FAA Issues Drone Ban Over New Jersey Ahead of Holidays
TRENTON, NJ — Those drones over New Jersey pose no public threat, but the FAA has issued a major drone ban over major cities across the state through mid-January. The Federal Aviation…
New Jersey bill targets weaponized drones with criminal penalties
TRENTON, N.J. — A newly proposed bill in the New Jersey Assembly seeks to make operating a civilian drone equipped with a weapon a fourth-degree crime, punishable by up to 18 months…
Murphy downplays suspicious drone conspiracy claims as New Jersey deploys federal surveillance tech
TRENTON, N.J. — Amid mounting concerns over mysterious drone sightings across New Jersey, Governor Phil Murphy announced that the state has deployed advanced federal equipment to monitor and identify unmanned aircraft. The…
Decomposed Body Found in New Jersey Wildlife Management Area
MANCHESTER, N.J. — Authorities are investigating the death of a man whose body was found in an advanced state of decomposition in the Greenwood Wildlife Management Area, officials said Saturday. The Manchester…
New Jersey Wants to Allow DEP Agents to Use Drones and Guns to Make Warrantless Arrests of Climate Violators
TRENTON, N.J. — A new bill introduced in the New Jersey Assembly would grant conservation and park police officers within the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) expanded authority to utilize drones while…
New Jersey lawmakers urge federal investigation into mysterious drone sightings
TRENTON, N.J. — The New Jersey General Assembly has introduced a resolution calling on the federal government to launch a thorough investigation into a surge of unidentified drone sightings reported across the…
Frederick Police Department commends officers for heroic actions during August shooting
FREDERICK, MD — The Frederick Police Department has recognized 20 officers for their decisive actions in responding to a shooting on Heather Ridge Drive on August 16, highlighting their teamwork, bravery, and…
Stafford County Police Blotter: Here’s What’s Happening
STAFFORD, Va. — The Stafford County Sheriff’s Office released its latest daily incident report on Tuesday, detailing a series of arrests involving disorderly conduct, driving under the influence, and public intoxication over…
Calvert County deputies attend ceremony honoring 2,300 victims of Maryland roadway fatalities since 2020
ANNAPOLIS, Md. — Two deputies from the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office attended the 21st annual Maryland Remembers Ceremony on Monday to honor the lives lost in preventable traffic crashes across the state.…
Two arrested in hazardous drone operation near Logan Airport airspace
BOSTON — Two Massachusetts men were arrested Saturday night on Long Island in Boston Harbor after operating a drone dangerously close to Logan International Airport’s restricted airspace, prompting a coordinated response from…
FBI investigates drone sightings in New Jersey says no threat, Classified Briefing Scheduled in D.C. Today
NEWARK, N.J. – The FBI and Department of Homeland Security (DHS) are continuing to investigate reports of drone sightings across New Jersey but have found no evidence of a national security or…
Large Police Presence on Herbertsville Road in Brick, Here’s Why
BRICK TOWNSHIP, N.J. – The Brick Township Police Department is conducting a training exercise today, December 17, that will result in a significant presence of police vehicles and personnel in the area…
Murphy Grants Clemency to Dozens of Drug Dealers, Arsonists, and Convicted Criminals
TRENTON, N.J. — Governor Phil Murphy announced Monday that he has granted clemency to 36 individuals, issuing 33 pardons and three commutations in what marks his first use of the gubernatorial pardon…
Radioactive material went missing in New Jersey shipment, Nuclear Reglatory report shows
NEWFIELD, N.J. — A small amount of radioactive material has gone missing in transit from a New Jersey cancer treatment center, according to a report by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC). The…
Elon Musk says his AI chat bot Grok can explain New Jersey drone mystery
TRENTON, N.J. — Elon Musk has entered the debate over the mysterious drone sightings in New Jersey, claiming that his AI chatbot, Grok, is capable of explaining the phenomenon. So we took…
We Want More Control Over the Sky: Monmouth County Sheriff Calls for Local Drone Enforcement Powers
FREEHOLD, N.J. — Monmouth County Sheriff Shawn Golden is urging Congress to expand legislation allowing state and local law enforcement agencies to utilize drone detection and counter-drone technology, citing concerns over growing…
Two arrested in hazardous drone operation near Logan Airport airspace
BOSTON — Two Massachusetts men were arrested Saturday night on Long Island in Boston Harbor after operating a drone dangerously close to Logan International Airport’s restricted airspace, prompting a coordinated response from…
Police Operated Drone Can’t Keep Up With Mysterious Drones Coming from the Ocean, Sheriff Says
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A growing mystery along the Jersey Shore has prompted Ocean County Sheriff Michael Mastronardy to launch a new strategy: using his department’s drones to track fleets of unidentifiable…
Cinnaminson police address drone sightings, refer investigation to federal authorities
CINNAMINSON, N.J. — Following reports of drone activity over Cinnaminson and other areas of New Jersey, local police have referred the matter to the FBI and New Jersey State Police, authorities said…
Hackensack police urge patience, caution amid spike in drone sightings across New Jersey
HACKENSACK, N.J. — The Hackensack Police Department has issued an advisory to residents following an uptick in drone sightings across the state, urging the public to remain watchful and report any suspicious…