Phil Murphy beefs up security for lawmakers after Tim Walz appointee goes on shooting spree in Minnesota

TRENTON, N.J. — Governor Phil Murphy has directed state authorities to increase security for public officials across New Jersey following the fatal shooting of Minnesota lawmakers and their spouses over the weekend.…

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New Jersey pushes law to allow human composting facilities

TRENTON, N.J. — The New Jersey Senate Commerce Committee has advanced Senate Bill No. 3007, which would legalize natural organic reduction — also known as human composting — as an alternative method…

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Vlack bear spotted in Myrtle Beach tree prompts police response

MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. — Police and wildlife officials responded early Sunday to reports of a small black bear seen in the heart of Myrtle Beach. Officers with the Myrtle Beach Police Department…

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Crash Demo Shows Teens Reality of Bad Choices Behind the Wheel

CLARKSTOWN, NY — Rockland County District Attorney Thomas Walsh joined multiple local agencies Monday for a mock DWI accident demonstration held for students at Nanuet High School, officials announced. The event, held…

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Parsippany Police Announce Crackdown on Illegal Off-road Vehicles on City Streets

PARSIPPANY, N.J. — The Parsippany Police Department issued a warning to parents Wednesday, reminding them that certain electric vehicles, often mistaken for bicycles, are not street legal and pose safety concerns when…

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Dozens of homeless seek shelter at Toms River library amid heavy rain and outreach effort

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Dozens of homeless individuals took refuge Tuesday morning at the Ocean County Library and nearby municipal facilities in downtown Toms River as rain swept through the area, effectively…

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Watch: A Candidate for New Jersey Governor Wants to Tax You for Not Getting Vaccinated

Republican gubernatorial candidate and radio host Bill Spadea is under fire after a resurfaced video on X showed him advocating for increased health insurance premiums for New Jersey residents who forgo annual…

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Cinnaminson police issue teen warning ahead of St. Charles Carnival amid statewide concerns

CINNAMINSON, N.J. — With rising concerns about group disturbances at public events across New Jersey, the Cinnaminson Police Department has issued a statement reassuring residents that the annual St. Charles Borromeo Carnival…

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Delaware teens busted after armed scare at shopping center

WILMINGTON, DE — Delaware State Police arrested two teenage boys on multiple felony charges following a Monday morning incident involving a weapon at the Miller Road Shopping Center. The incident occurred around…

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Bird Feeders Banned in New Jersey Town As Legislators Push for State Ban

RIDGEWOOD, N.J. — The village of Ridgewood has enacted new restrictions on wildlife feeding on private property, becoming the first municipality in New Jersey to impose local limits on bird feeders amid…

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Tennessee biker arrested after shooting at family on I-65 in Alabama

LIMESTONE COUNTY, AL — A Tennessee man was arrested Saturday after allegedly opening fire on a family’s vehicle while riding a motorcycle along Interstate 65, according to the Limestone County Sheriff’s Office.…

Baltimore area teacher arrested on multiple sex offense charges

TOWSON, Md. — A 61-year-old teacher employed by Baltimore County Public Schools was arrested Friday on multiple sex offense and assault charges, according to the Baltimore County Police Department. Roger Myers was…

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Watch: Gas theft triggers fire at Jupiter tow yard as suspect flees scene

JUPITER, N.C. — Authorities in Buncombe County are searching for a suspect involved in a gas theft that led to a fire, damaging multiple vehicles at a tow yard in the Jupiter…

Murphy says Jersey Shore did not have chaotic weekend as Seaside Heights Braces more unruly crowds

Seaside Heights, NJ – As the Jersey Shore gears up for another bustling summer season weekend, Seaside Heights is on high alert following a chaotic Memorial Day weekend that saw unprecedented violence,…

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Grave mistake: Casket ditched like trash in Maryland town

UPPER MARLBORO, Md. — A casket left on the side of a road in Upper Marlboro triggered confusion and alarm Thursday, prompting a swift response from Prince George’s County officials. The coffin…

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Jackson Township Ordinances Approved on First Reading

JACKSON, NJ – The Jackson Township council has approved the following four ordinances on first reading. ORDINANCE NO. 2025-17 AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWNSHIP OF JACKSON, COUNTY OF OCEAN, STATE OF NEW…

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MTA bus driver attacked with purse to the face in Brooklyn

BROOKLYN, N.Y. — A female MTA bus driver was attacked Monday evening during a verbal dispute while operating a B68 bus in Brooklyn, police said. The incident occurred at approximately 7:50 p.m.…

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One Dead, Three Stabbed, Over 70 Arrests Made During Wild Memorial Day Weekend in Seaside Heights

SEASIDE HEIGHTS, NJ – A wild weekend filled with violence, police activity, public brawls, three stabbings and one death marred Memorial Day weekend celebrations at the Jersey Shore. In total, police made…

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Seaside Heights Boardwalk Shut Down After Third Night of Violence and Third Stabbing

SEASIDE HEIGHTS, NJ — For the third consecutive night, the Seaside Heights boardwalk was the host of multiple large scale brawls, disorderly conduct, and a stabbing. It was the third stabbing, with…

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Food delivery drivers are being targeted across Boston

BOSTON, Mass. — The Boston Police Department on Sunday issued a community alert following a series of robberies targeting food delivery drivers in the neighborhoods of Mattapan and Hyde Park. Police said…

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