Westfield Police Blotter: Here’s What’s Happening

WESTFIELD, N.J. — The Westfield Police Department responded to a series of incidents between September 22 and September 28, 2024, ranging from motor vehicle burglaries to theft and a warrant arrest. On…

Police Blotter·New Jersey News

Wednesday Morning New Jersey Commuter Traffic Alert

NEWARK, N.J. — New Jersey commuters faced several traffic disruptions across key highways and tunnels this morning, with crashes and congestion affecting travel times, according to the latest reports. On I-80 westbound,…

New Jersey News·Traffic Alerts

Essex County man sentenced to 51 months for bank fraud conspiracy involving stolen checks

NEWARK, N.J. — An Essex County man was sentenced to 51 months in prison for his involvement in a bank fraud conspiracy linked to the theft of checks from U.S. mail, U.S.…

Police Blotter·New Jersey News

New York man admits to multimillion-dollar wire fraud conspiracy

NEWARK, N.J. — A New York man has admitted to participating in a wire fraud conspiracy that led to more than $2 million in losses, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced Monday.…

New York City News·Police Blotter

Gov. Murphy calls for voting rights for 16- and 17-year-olds in New Jersey

HOBOKEN, N.J. — Gov. Phil Murphy visited Hoboken High School on Thursday to highlight a bill that would allow 16- and 17-year-olds to vote in local school board elections, marking New Jersey’s…

Government News·New Jersey News·Politics

New Jersey migrant drug dealer admits to conspiracy to import 15 kilograms of cocaine

NEWARK, N.J. — A Colombian citizen has admitted to conspiring to import 15 kilograms of cocaine into the United States, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced Monday. Savier Cervantes, 37, of Cartagena,…

New Jersey News·Police Blotter

Today Is National Taco Day and Here Are the Best Taco Spots in New Jersey!

Hold onto your salsa, folks! National Taco Day just got a major glow-up. Starting in 2024, it’s no longer just any day of the week—it’s officially Taco Tuesday! Yes, you read that…

Business News·Community News·Food & Dining

Traffic Alert: Multiple Crashes Slowing New Jersey’s Morning Commute

Crashes and delays affect New Jersey morning commute NEWARK, N.J. — Multiple crashes and delays are impacting the morning commute across New Jersey as of 8:15 a.m., with several key roadways experiencing…

New Jersey News·Traffic Alerts

Man arrested after pursuit in stolen vehicle near Christiana Mall

NEWARK, Del. — Delaware State Police arrested a 51-year-old man following a pursuit in a stolen vehicle near the Christiana Mall on Thursday. Elvis Cruz, of Newark, faces multiple felony charges in…

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Somerset County man sentenced to 64 months for attempting to support Hamas

TRENTON, N.J. — A Somerset County man was sentenced to 64 months in prison on Monday for concealing his attempts to provide material support to Hamas, a designated foreign terrorist organization, authorities…

New Jersey Monday Morning Commuter Alerts and Report

NEWARK, N.J. — Monday morning commuters in New Jersey faced a series of traffic incidents and delays across key roadways, with crashes and congestion causing slowdowns in multiple areas. A crash on…

New Jersey News·Traffic Alerts

It’s Monday Morning, and Here’s Why We Absolutely Hate Driving in North Jersey

Ah, Monday mornings in North Jersey. Just hearing those words makes your blood pressure rise a little, doesn’t it? You’ve barely had your first sip of coffee, and already you’re bracing yourself…

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Do You Know Him? Taco Bell Worker Attacked While Waiting for Door Dash Driver

NEWARK, NJ – Newark Public Safety Director Fritz G. Fragé has requested assistance from the public in identifying a suspect involved in an assault on a food delivery worker. The incident was…

Police Blotter

Phil Murphy Takes a Stand with Workers as East Coast Port Shutdown Looms in Just Four Days

NEWARK, NJ – New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy has officially weighed in on the escalating labor tensions between dockworkers and shipping operators, taking a strong pro-labor stance just days before a possible…

Community News·Government News·New Jersey News

Man Charged in Harrison Hit-and-Run Incident

Jersey City, NJ- Authorities have charged a 52-year-old man in connection with a hit-and-run that severely injured a pedestrian in Harrison. The incident, which took place on May 17, involved a collision…

Police Blotter

New Jersey Business Owner Pleads Guilty to Wire Fraud in COVID-19 Scheme

NEWARK, N.J. – Richard Fadraga, a 53-year-old business owner from Elizabeth, New Jersey, admitted in federal court today to his role in a fraud scheme involving COVID-19 relief funds, fraudulent tax filings,…

Police Blotter

New Jersey Highway contractor to pay $950,000 to settle False Claims Act allegations

NEWARK, N.J. — A Rahway, New Jersey-based highway contractor, MV Contracting Inc., has agreed to pay $950,000 to settle allegations that it falsely represented itself as a Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) to…

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Three New Jersey attorneys and realtor indicted in short sale fraud scheme

NEWARK, N.J. — Three attorneys and a realtor from New Jersey have been indicted by a federal grand jury for their roles in a fraudulent short sale scheme that defrauded financial institutions,…

New Jersey News·Police Blotter

Illegal Migrant Facing Deportation Attacks New Jersey ICE Officer

CAMDEN, N.J.,— A foreign national admitted in federal court today to assaulting an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officer while in custody, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced. Vasil Petrov, 40, of…

Government News·Police Blotter

Sussex County Man Sentenced to Over 12 Years for Methamphetamine Distribution

Camden, N.J. – A Sussex County man was sentenced to 146 months in prison for his role in distributing methamphetamine, as part of a drug trafficking organization, U.S. Attorney Philip Sellinger announced.…

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Westfield Police Blotter: Here’s What’s Happening

Wednesday Morning New Jersey Commuter Traffic Alert

Essex County man sentenced to 51 months for bank fraud conspiracy involving stolen checks

New York man admits to multimillion-dollar wire fraud conspiracy

Gov. Murphy calls for voting rights for 16- and 17-year-olds in New Jersey

New Jersey migrant drug dealer admits to conspiracy to import 15 kilograms of cocaine

Today Is National Taco Day and Here Are the Best Taco Spots in New Jersey!

Traffic Alert: Multiple Crashes Slowing New Jersey’s Morning Commute

Man arrested after pursuit in stolen vehicle near Christiana Mall

Somerset County man sentenced to 64 months for attempting to support Hamas

New Jersey Monday Morning Commuter Alerts and Report

It’s Monday Morning, and Here’s Why We Absolutely Hate Driving in North Jersey

Do You Know Him? Taco Bell Worker Attacked While Waiting for Door Dash Driver

Phil Murphy Takes a Stand with Workers as East Coast Port Shutdown Looms in Just Four Days

Man Charged in Harrison Hit-and-Run Incident

New Jersey Business Owner Pleads Guilty to Wire Fraud in COVID-19 Scheme

New Jersey Highway contractor to pay $950,000 to settle False Claims Act allegations

Three New Jersey attorneys and realtor indicted in short sale fraud scheme

Illegal Migrant Facing Deportation Attacks New Jersey ICE Officer

Sussex County Man Sentenced to Over 12 Years for Methamphetamine Distribution

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