Migrant weapon and DUI conviction taken into ICE custody in Baltimore

BALTIMORE, Md. — A Salvadoran national previously convicted of driving under the influence and driving with a suspended license was taken into custody by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement on Wednesday, federal…

Baltimore News·Police Blotter

Jackson Girl Scout Receives Honor After Helping Police Department with New K9 Unit

JACKSON, N.J. — A Jackson teen who has dedicated nearly a decade to public safety education and K-9 advocacy will receive the Girl Scouts of the USA’s highest honor this weekend in…

Jackson Township News·Pets and Animals·Toms River News

Ten of the strangest and most unusual laws still on the books in New Jersey

TRENTON, N.J. — While New Jersey enforces hundreds of conventional laws, the Garden State also holds a surprising number of peculiar and often overlooked regulations that remain active today. In the town…

Government News·Jackson Township News·New Jersey News·Police Blotter

Weapons and stolen wheels land three teens in hot seat

COLUMBIA, Md. — Three 16-year-old males from Columbia have been arrested in connection with an ongoing investigation into a series of auto thefts in Howard County, police announced Thursday. The teens face…

Maryland News·Police Blotter

What’s happening in Howell? Large police presence reported, two arrested including man holding baby

HOWELL, N.J. — A major law enforcement operation unfolded Thursday morning in Howell Township, resulting in two arrests, including a man seen holding a baby, according to officials. Authorities from the Monmouth…

Monmouth County News

Massachusetts sanctuary cities ask judge to block Trump from cutting federal funds

SOMERVILLE, Mass. — The cities of Somerville and Chelsea asked a federal court Tuesday to halt the Trump administration’s efforts to revoke federal funding from sanctuary cities, citing violations of their constitutional…

Massachusetts News

Trump Gives Undisputed Endorsement of Jack Ciattarelli, Slams Spadea and New Jersey’s ‘Blue Horror Show’

RARITAN, N.J. — President Donald Trump gave his full endorsement to Republican gubernatorial candidate Jack Ciattarelli in a tele-town hall Monday night, calling on New Jersey voters to turn out in record…

Jackson Township News·Local Politics·New Jersey News·Political Crime and Corruption

Retail Rage: Suspect Sought in Newark Dollar Store Rampage

NEWARK, N.J. — Newark police are asking for the public’s help identifying a man who caused damage inside a Dollar Tree store during a dispute with an employee on May 25. The…

New Jersey News·North Jersey News·Police Blotter

New Jersey’s most dangerous towns revealed

New Jersey, often celebrated as the “Garden State” for its picturesque landscapes and vibrant communities, is not without its challenges. While the state ranks among the safer regions in the U.S., certain…

Local Politics·New Jersey News

Gov. Murphy’s denial of chaos at the Jersey Shore is a slap in the face to everyone in New Jersey

Last weekend, as the Jersey Shore kicked off the summer season with Memorial Day festivities, Seaside Heights descended into chaos. Reports of multiple stabbings, widespread fights, and a staggering 73 arrests—52 adults…

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Hoodie-wearing suspect wanted in Newark car theft

NEWARK, N.J. — Newark Public Safety Director Emanuel Miranda Sr. is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a suspect who stole a wallet containing personal belongings from an unlocked vehicle on…

New Jersey News·Police Blotter

ICE arrests MS-13 gang member in Maryland after fifth illegal reentry

BALTIMORE, Md. — U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers arrested a 20-year-old Salvadoran national affiliated with MS-13 in Frederick, Maryland, on Monday, marking his fifth known illegal entry into the United States.…

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Wild Pursuit Ends in Chaos: Toms River Suspect Wrecks Car While Evading Cops in Brick

BRICK, N.J. — A Toms River man was arrested Thursday following an assault and subsequent police pursuit that ended with a Brick Township officer injured in a crash, according to police. Brick…

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Thief swipes phone, cards in bold Newark car break-in

NEWARK, N.J. — Newark Public Safety Director Emanuel Miranda, Sr. is asking for the public’s help in identifying a suspect wanted in connection with a vehicle burglary that occurred on Wednesday, May…

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Worcester police and firefighters honored for rooftop rescue during dual fires

WORCESTER, Mass. – A team of Worcester police officers and firefighters were honored this week by the Worcester County District Attorney’s Office for rescuing a father and daughter trapped on a rooftop…

Massachusetts News

Lifetime Megan’s Law offender arrested in Bensalem after arranging meeting with fake teen

BENSALEM, Pa. — A 49-year-old man from Westchester, Pennsylvania, was taken into custody Tuesday in Bensalem Township following an undercover investigation involving online communication that led to an in-person meeting. Anthony Dillard,…

Pennsylvania News·Police Blotter

Gov. Murphy Mum on Weekend of Violence at the Jersey Shore

SEASIDE HEIGHTS, N.J. — New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy is facing mounting criticism for remaining silent following a violent Memorial Day weekend in Seaside Heights, where police reported 73 arrests, three stabbings,…

Jackson Township News·Local Politics·New Jersey News·Police Blotter

Maryland jail releases convicted migrant rapist, ignores ICE detainer

BALTIMORE, Md. — U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) arrested a 20-year-old Honduran national last week after a Maryland detention facility released him twice despite an active immigration detainer, federal officials announced…