Five North Jersey Street Gang Members Arrested for Drug Trafficking

NEWARK, N.J. – Five individuals have been charged for their involvement in a drug trafficking organization in Essex County. U.S. Attorney Philip Sellinger announced the charges, which are connected to the Sex,…

Parsippany Police Quickly Arrest Home Burglar in Recently Stolen Car

PARSIPPANY, NJ – Following a report of suspicious activity on Rita Drive on the morning of November 26th, the Parsippany Police Department arrested Nacosh Crawford, a 21-year-old male from West Orange. At…

New York Woman Sentenced for Bribing Mail Carriers to Commit Bank Fraud

NEWARK, N.J. – Halimatou Ndiaye, a 28-year-old Bronx resident, has been sentenced to 12 months and one day in prison for her role in a scheme involving the bribery of mail carriers…

92% of New Jerseyans Not Ready for 2035 Gas Car Ban

NEWARK, NJ – When it comes to banning the sale of gasoline-powered cars by 2035, Governor Phil Murphy is facing an uphill battle. As of the latest data, 92% of New Jerseyans…

Officials Warn Mysterious Fast-Spreading Dog Illness Sweeping America Can Be Fatal

NEWARK, NJ – The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) has warned dog owners across the United States about a mysterious illness affecting canines. This illness, characterized primarily by progressive coughing, has been…

CBP announces additional public-private partnerships for the Reimbursable Services Program

WASHINGTON — U.S. Customs and Border Protection today announced the continued expansion of its public-private partnership which allows for the reimbursement of additional travel and trade inspection services at ports and airports. …

German Man Admits Traveling to New Jersey to Engage in Sexual Activity with Minor

NEWARK, N.J. – A German man today admitted traveling from Germany to New Jersey in order to engage in illicit sex acts with a minor, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced. Christian…

Lead Inspectors for City of Trenton Admit Receiving Illegal Overtime Payments

TRENTON, N.J. – A Mercer County, New Jersey, man and a Bucks County, Pennsylvania, man today admitted participating in a conspiracy to obtain overtime payments from the city of Trenton for work…

German National Flew to New Jersey to Meet Child in Hotel, She Was an Undercover FBI Agent

NEWARK, NJ — Christian Stefan Walther, a 39-year-old man from Erfurt, Germany, pleaded guilty to charges related to his intent to engage in illicit sexual acts with minors in New Jersey, U.S.…

New York Man Admits Tax Evasion over Several Years

TRENTON, N.J. – A New York man today admitted evading personal income taxes for the tax years 2016 through 2018, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced. Khuram Raja, 37, of Locust Valley,…

Ocean County Felon Sentenced to 20 Years in Prison for Drug Trafficking, Firearm Possession, and Possessing Firearm in Furtherance of Drug Trafficking

TRENTON, N.J. – An Ocean County, New Jersey, man was sentenced today to 240 months in prison for his conviction on drug and weapon charges, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced. Dyshawn…

San Antonio Spurs v New Jersey Nets, Prudential Center in Newark,2011

Is it Time for New Jersey to Get a New NBA Team?

NEWARK, NJ – The absence of a National Basketball Association (NBA) team in New Jersey has sparked debate and discussion. New Jersey, with a rich history in professional basketball, notably with the…

Memorial for a mass shooting in Orlando, FL

New Jersey Saw Twelve Mass Shootings in These Four Cities in 2023

TRENTON, NJ – New Jersey officials today expressed grave concerns about the rising incidence of mass shootings across the state as the holiday season approaches. This year, New Jersey has witnessed twelve…

Trio Arrested for North Jersey Armed Robbery Spree

NEWARK, NJ – U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced charges against three New Jersey men for their involvement in a series of armed robberies in Passaic County in August 2022. Kareem Powell,…

Three Men Charged with String of Violent Armed Robberies in Passaic County

NEWARK, N.J. – Three New Jersey man were charged in connection with their respective roles in a series of armed robberies in Passaic County, New Jersey, in August 2022, U.S. Attorney Philip…

Doctor and Wife Admit Genetic Testing Kickback and Bribery Scheme

TRENTON, N.J. – A Pennsylvania doctor and his wife have admitted their roles in schemes to solicit and receive kickbacks and bribes in exchange for ordering genetic tests, U.S. Attorney Philip R.…

Mysterious Deadly Respiratory Illness Strikes Dogs in Multiple States

NEWARK, NJ – Veterinary laboratories across Oregon, Colorado, and New Hampshire are currently investigating a sudden outbreak of a severe respiratory illness in dogs. This illness, characterized by symptoms such as coughing,…

Reenactors portray General Washington and the Continental Army crossing the Delaware River in boats on Christmas Day.

A Cold Weather Entertainment Survival Guide for New Jersey

As fall turns into winter in New Jersey, the state offers a multitude of activities for residents and visitors alike as the state embraces the festive season and winter’s charm. From holiday…

Wall Township Police Blotter: Here’s What’s Happening

WALL TOWNSHIP, NJ – The Wall Township Police Department has released a report detailing a series of incidents that occurred over the past week. The following is a summary of the notable…

Phil Murphy’s 2035 Gas Car Ban One Step Closer to Being Finalized Today

New Jersey Adopts Advanced Clean Cars II Rule, Aiming for 100% Zero-Emission Vehicle Sales by 2035 TRENTON, NJ — Governor Phil Murphy and Department of Environmental Protection Commissioner Shawn M. LaTourette announced…