New Jersey man charged after officer shoots knife wielding suspect during 30 minute standoff

Authorities say a man armed with a knife advanced toward a Bernards Township police officer before the officer fired a single shot. BERNARDS TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A 31-year-old New Jersey man has…

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Gov. Sherrill Asks New Jersey to Turn Down the AC and Reduce Energy Usage During Heat Wave

With dangerous heat expected through Saturday, Gov. Mikie Sherrill urged residents to conserve electricity, lower their utility bills through off-peak usage, and take precautions to avoid heat-related illness. Trenton, NJ – Gov.…

Health and Wellness·Jackson Township News·Local Politics·Monmouth County News

New Jersey fugitive wanted after missing court in stolen property case

Somerset County prosecutors are asking for the public’s help locating a man wanted on a warrant for failing to appear in court. SOMERVILLE, N.J. — The Somerset County Prosecutor’s Office has named…

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NJ Morning Traffic Alert: Crash Shuts Down Route 47 as Commuters Face Tunnel, Parkway Delays

A crash investigation has closed Route 47 in Cumberland County Monday morning while heavy commuter traffic is slowing travel at the Lincoln Tunnel, Holland Tunnel, George Washington Bridge and several major North…

New Jersey News·North Jersey News·South Jersey News

Union City Police Sergeant Suspended 180 Days Following DWI Conviction

A Union City police sergeant received a six-month suspension after being convicted of driving under the influence following a 2021 arrest in Somerset County. A Union City Police Department supervisor was suspended…

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Bridgewater Teen Charged With Vehicular Homicide After Head-On Crash Kills Piscataway Man

Prosecutors say a 19-year-old driver crossed the centerline on Finderne Avenue and struck another vehicle head-on, resulting in the death of a Piscataway resident and injuries to three passengers. BRIDGEWATER, N.J. —…

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Two North Plainfield Police Officers Terminated Following License Revocation and Criminal Forgery Case

Two North Plainfield police officers were fired in separate disciplinary cases, including one officer who lost his law enforcement certification following a final restraining order and another who admitted submitting a fraudulent…

North Jersey News

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Hackettstown Man Convicted of Sexually Assaulting Child Under 13 Faces Life in Prison

A Warren County jury convicted a 60-year-old Hackettstown man on multiple sexual assault and child endangerment charges involving a victim who was younger than 13 years old, prosecutors announced. A Hackettstown man…

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Four New Jersey counties contribute to most of the state’s gun violence: Here they are

A decade of New Jersey Attorney General data shows shootings have steadily declined statewide, but gun violence remains heavily concentrated in Essex, Mercer, Camden, and Passaic counties, while many suburban and rural…

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Piscataway Man Killed, Three Others Hurt in Late-Night Two-Car Crash in Bridgewater

A Piscataway man died and three passengers were injured after a two-vehicle crash on Finderne Avenue in Bridgewater Township, prompting an ongoing fatal accident investigation. A deadly crash on Finderne Avenue near…

New Jersey News·North Jersey News

New Jersey Lottery Proceeds No Longer Directly Fund Education; Here’s Where That Money Now Goes

For decades, New Jersey residents were told lottery proceeds supported education. Today, all net lottery revenue is dedicated to funding public employee pensions, with the largest share going to retired teachers. TRENTON,…

Government News·Central Jersey News

Crashes and Delays Slow New Jersey Thursday Morning Commute

A crash with injuries on Interstate 287 and a roadway closure in Somerset County were among several incidents slowing New Jersey’s Thursday morning commute. Newark, NJ – Drivers across New Jersey faced…

Traffic Alerts

Listen: 911 Call Reveals Chaos After Prosecutor’s Chief Detective DWI Crash in Somerville

Somerville, NJ — Newly released 911 audio captures the frantic moments after a crash involving Somerset County Chief of Detectives Francisco Roman Jr., who was later charged with driving under the influence…

North Jersey News·Government News·Local Politics·Police Blotter

Franklin Township gun investigation spirals into massive weapons bust

Six guns seized and four men arrested after chaotic Franklin Township police crackdown FRANKLIN TOWNSHIP, NJ — A quality-of-life police operation targeting reported gun activity in Franklin Township exploded into a sweeping…

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Four arrested after detectives uncover guns and defaced weapon

Six guns seized and four men arrested after chaotic Franklin Township police crackdown FRANKLIN TOWNSHIP, NJ — A quality-of-life police operation targeting reported gun activity in Franklin Township exploded into a sweeping…

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Horrific Route 22 crash leaves two critically hurt after car slams concrete barrier

Critical injuries reported after terrifying Route 22 impact NORTH PLAINFIELD, NJ — Two people were left fighting for their lives after a violent early morning crash sent a vehicle crashing into a…

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Bridgewater Man Arrested After 34-Hour Armed Standoff Ends With Self-Inflicted Gunshot, Prosecutors Say

Bridgewater, N.J. — A 34-hour armed standoff in a Bridgewater neighborhood ended Saturday morning when a man accused of barricading himself inside a home fired multiple shots during his arrest and wounded…

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Massive police response unfolds on quiet Bridgewater street

Shelter in place issued as police swarm Bridgewater neighborhood BRIDGEWATER, NJ — Residents in part of Bridgewater Township were told to shelter in place Thursday as police descended on a neighborhood for…

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New Jersey Investing an Estimated $5 Million to Bring World Cup Experience to Communities Across State

CAMDEN COUNTY, N.J. — New Jersey officials announced Tuesday that $5 million in state grants will be distributed to dozens of organizations across the state to create fan zones, watch parties, festivals,…

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Man calls police then charged with murder after woman found dead in car at NJ hotel

Dead woman found in car after early morning call for help Franklin Township, NJ — A man who called police to report injuries at a hotel is now charged with murder after…

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New Jersey man charged after officer shoots knife wielding suspect during 30 minute standoff

Gov. Sherrill Asks New Jersey to Turn Down the AC and Reduce Energy Usage During Heat Wave

New Jersey fugitive wanted after missing court in stolen property case

NJ Morning Traffic Alert: Crash Shuts Down Route 47 as Commuters Face Tunnel, Parkway Delays

Union City Police Sergeant Suspended 180 Days Following DWI Conviction

Bridgewater Teen Charged With Vehicular Homicide After Head-On Crash Kills Piscataway Man

Two North Plainfield Police Officers Terminated Following License Revocation and Criminal Forgery Case

Hackettstown Man Convicted of Sexually Assaulting Child Under 13 Faces Life in Prison

Four New Jersey counties contribute to most of the state’s gun violence: Here they are

Piscataway Man Killed, Three Others Hurt in Late-Night Two-Car Crash in Bridgewater

New Jersey Lottery Proceeds No Longer Directly Fund Education; Here’s Where That Money Now Goes

Crashes and Delays Slow New Jersey Thursday Morning Commute

Listen: 911 Call Reveals Chaos After Prosecutor’s Chief Detective DWI Crash in Somerville

Franklin Township gun investigation spirals into massive weapons bust

Four arrested after detectives uncover guns and defaced weapon

Horrific Route 22 crash leaves two critically hurt after car slams concrete barrier

Bridgewater Man Arrested After 34-Hour Armed Standoff Ends With Self-Inflicted Gunshot, Prosecutors Say

Massive police response unfolds on quiet Bridgewater street

New Jersey Investing an Estimated $5 Million to Bring World Cup Experience to Communities Across State

Man calls police then charged with murder after woman found dead in car at NJ hotel

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