Harford County Sheriff's Office Sheriff Jeffrey R. Gahler confirmed that investigators partnered with Hansen's "Takedown" team for a weeklong operation targeting adults who allegedly attempted to communicate online with children for sexual purposes.

Chris Hansen Returns to Harford County as Sheriff’s Sting Nets Baseball Coach, Others Accused of Targeting Children

BEL AIR, Md. – Television journalist Chris Hansen has returned to Harford County for another undercover child predator investigation, and local authorities say the results should serve as a warning to parents…

Maryland News

New York State Police Search for search for Thomas Ryan, wanted for homicide.

Search Widens for Fugitive Murder Suspect In The Wind In New York

GREENVILLE, N.Y. – The New York State Police have expanded their search for an armed homicide suspect, urging residents to immediately report any sightings and review home security camera footage that could…

New York News

Vehicles entering and exiting Delaney Hall in Newark

NJ Democrats Demand Delaney Hall Closure After Third Death Tied to Newark ICE Facility

NEWARK, N.J. — New Jersey’s nine Democratic members of Congress are calling for the immediate shutdown of the Delaney Hall Immigration Detention Facility in Newark, saying three deaths connected to the facility…

Government News·Local Politics·North Jersey News·Political Crime and Corruption

Ice Cream Cup Without a Spoon? NJ Dairy Bar Spoofs New Jersey’s New Plastic Ban

Southampton Township, NJ – Evergreen Dairy Bar has become part of the statewide conversation surrounding New Jersey’s new “Skip the Stuff” law after posting a humorous video about customers adjusting to the…

South Jersey News·Business News·Central Jersey News·Food & Dining

BMG’s New Jackson Campus Vandalized Day After Sale Finalized: Police Chief Condemns Hateful Messages

Jackson, NJ – The Jackson Township Police Department announced Friday that detectives are actively investigating two separate incidents being treated as bias crimes, including repeated vandalism at a Jewish faith-based organization and…

Police Blotter·Jackson Township News·Ocean County News·Political Crime and Corruption

Gloucester Township Police Warn Residents to Verify Door-to-Door Solicitors Before Opening the Door

GLOUCESTER TOWNSHIP, N.J. – As door-to-door sales activity continues across South Jersey, the Gloucester Township Police Department is reminding residents to verify that anyone soliciting at their home is properly licensed before…

Community News·South Jersey News

Man Charged After Three Greenbelt Homes Damaged in Alleged Rock-Throwing Vandalism

GREENBELT, Md. – A man has been arrested and charged after Greenbelt police say he vandalized multiple homes by breaking windows with rocks in a residential neighborhood. The Greenbelt Police Department announced…

Police Blotter·Maryland News

Yonkers Police Department Welcomes First Facility K9s to Support Crime Victims and Officer Wellness

YONKERS, N.Y. – The Yonkers Police Department officially launched its new Facility Dog Program this week with the swearing-in of its first two Facility K9s, Nilsen and Gator, marking a new approach…

Pets and Animals·Community News·New York News·The Buzz

New Jersey Braces for Another Mini Heat Wave as Heat Advisory Lasts Through Saturday

MOUNT HOLLY, N.J. – Residents across much of New Jersey are facing another stretch of dangerous summer heat after the National Weather Service issued a Heat Advisory covering large portions of the…

Weather Reports and News·Central Jersey News·Jersey Shore News·New Jersey News

New Jersey Thursday Morning Traffic: Crashes Slow I-295, Routes 1&9, Turnpike Commute

TRENTON, N.J. – Drivers across New Jersey are encountering a busy Thursday morning commute as crashes, construction, and heavy traffic volume create delays on several of the state’s busiest highways. The most…

North Jersey News·Middlesex County News·South Jersey News

Head Librarian Who Allowed Porn Use on Computers Faces Uncertain Future in Freehold

FREEHOLD, N.J. — The Freehold Public Library Board of Trustees voted during a special meeting Wednesday evening to begin the process of terminating Library Director Kathy Mulholland following an independent investigation into…

Community News·Jackson Township News·Local Politics·Monmouth County News

New York Police Commissioner Charged as Getaway Driver at Son’s Bronx Gang-Related Drive-by Shooting

Mount Vernon, NY – Mount Vernon Police Department Deputy Commissioner of Wellness Jennifer Lackard has been terminated after she was charged in connection with what prosecutors describe as an attempted gang-related shooting…

New York City News·Police Blotter·Political Crime and Corruption·The Buzz

August Means One Thing in New Jersey: It’s Finally Jersey Tomato Season

Toms River, NJ – Ask almost any lifelong New Jersey resident when summer truly arrives, and many won’t mention Memorial Day or the Fourth of July. They’ll tell you it starts when…

Gardening·North Jersey News·Ocean County News·Toms River News

What to Plant in August in New Jersey: These Vegetables Thrive for a Fall Harvest

Toms River, NJ – While many gardeners think the growing season begins to wind down in August, horticulture experts say it’s actually the ideal time for New Jersey residents to plant a…

Gardening·Food & Dining·Jackson Township News·North Jersey News

Chick-fil-A Could Finally Be Coming to Toms River With New Ocean County Mall Restaurant

Toms River, NJ – One of the country’s most popular fast-food chains could soon be opening its first restaurant in Toms River, according to applications filed with the Toms River Planning Board.…

Toms River News·Business News·Food & Dining·Ocean County News

Third Circuit Keeps New Jersey Assault Weapons Ban in Effect While U.S. Supreme Court Appeal Moves Forward

Trenton, NJ – The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit has granted New Jersey’s emergency request to stay its recent ruling that struck down the state’s decades-old bans on certain…

Camden County News·Central Jersey News·Five Towns NJ News·Jackson Township News

Man Fatally Shot Multiple Times in West Philadelphia; Homicide Detectives Investigating

Philadelphia, PA – The Philadelphia Police Department is investigating a fatal shooting that claimed the life of a man Monday evening in the city’s 19th District. Officers responded at approximately 5:18 p.m.…

Philadelphia News

Seaside Heights Once Touted as a Premier Destination for “Girl Watching”

If you’ve ever wondered what Seaside Heights looked like before Snooki, Karma nightclub, and the famous boardwalk brawls, a promotional film produced in 1973 offers an unintentionally hilarious glimpse into another era.…

Jersey Shore News·Community News·Investigative Report·Local History

Wife’s scream reveals stunning $1.7M Virginia Lottery jackpot

A routine evening at home turned into a seven-figure celebration CHESTERFIELD, Va. — A Chesterfield woman startled her husband with a scream after an online Virginia Lottery game revealed she had won…

Lottery Results·Virginia News

Woman Counting Us Dollars. Pile Of Cash Money Background. Female

Breakfast check delivers $220K Virginia Lottery jackpot

One glance at a lottery ticket turned an ordinary morning into a life-changing surprise VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — A Virginia Beach man got the surprise of his life while eating breakfast after…