Scam Alert: New Jersey court notices tricking people to pay for bogus tickets and fines

Bold red “scam alert” flags fraudulent court notices targeting residents with payment demands. Newark, NJ – A new wave of fraudulent traffic violation notices is targeting New Jersey residents, using official-looking documents…

Jackson Township Has an Illegal Rental Problem as Half of Properties Inspected Operating Illegally, One Criminally

Jackson launches rental crackdown with 50% of properties cited on first day. New inspection bureau issues widespread violations as officials target illegal rentals. Jackson, NJ – It has been a long road…

Fight outside Cumberland business leads to DUI arrest and jail booking

DUI arrest and fight investigation lead to two arrests in Cumberland CUMBERLAND, Md. — A report of a fight outside a Cumberland business led to two arrests Sunday after police stopped a…

Massive crowd of teens takes over Navy Yard before curfew clears streets

Large group of juveniles sparks robberies, gunfire and arrests in Navy Yard WASHINGTON, D.C. — A large group of juveniles gathered in the Navy Yard area Saturday night, leading to robberies, a…

Manorville Dog Breeder Charged After 23 Dogs Found in Freezing, Unsanitary Conditions

Suffolk County prosecutors say a Manorville breeder left dozens of dogs and puppies without adequate heat, water, or proper care following a winter snowstorm. Manorville, NY – A Suffolk County dog breeder…

Can Seaside Heights Prevent a Repeat of 2025’s Violence as the 2026 Season Nears?

After a summer marked by stabbings, mass arrests, and boardwalk shutdowns, the question facing Seaside Heights is whether the town can avoid another season of violence as crowds return in 2026. Seaside…

Jackson Resident Files Lawsuit Challenging Board Approval of Commercial Project

A Jackson Township resident says the zoning board unlawfully approved a contractor yard and truck maintenance facility on a wetlands-covered property along West Commodore Boulevard. Jackson Township, NJ – A Jackson Township…

Police search for armed fugitive who ran from DUI traffic stop

Man wanted after fleeing DUI traffic stop in Albemarle County ALBEMARLE COUNTY, VA — A man is being sought by police after fleeing from a traffic stop that began as a suspected…

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New Jersey joins lawsuit to block Trump tariffs

New Jersey attorney general joins lawsuit to block Trump tariffs TRENTON, NJ — New Jersey Attorney General Jennifer Davenport has joined a coalition of state attorneys general seeking a court order to…

Krispy Kreme in Lakewood loses kosher certification, rabbinical agency issues food alert

A kosher supervision group announced that six Krispy Kreme locations in New York and New Jersey, including one in Lakewood, are no longer certified kosher. Lakewood, NJ – A kosher supervision agency…

NJ prison range boss accused of selling state ammo for $400K

Ex-NJ corrections lieutenant accused of stealing ammo and pocketing $400K TRENTON, NJ — A former New Jersey Department of Corrections lieutenant who oversaw state gun ranges has been indicted on 24 criminal…

Federal judge dismisses Philadelphia from lawsuit over deadly PHA apartment fire

A ruling this week ended the last remaining claim against the City of Philadelphia in litigation tied to a fire that killed 12 people in a public housing building. Philadelphia, PA –…

D.C. Court Strikes Down Magazine Capacity Cap in Ruling and How That Affects New Jersey’s 10-Round Limit

A recent court ruling in Washington, D.C. striking down a ban on firearm magazines holding more than 10 rounds could set the stage for a major Second Amendment battle that may ultimately…

Virginia Assault Weapons Ban Heads to Governor’s Desk After Passing Legislature

The bill would prohibit the sale and transfer of assault firearms and large-capacity magazines, with violations punishable as misdemeanors. Richmond, VA – A controversial firearms bill banning the sale and transfer of…

If Trump Doesn’t Pay Up, Neither Will New Jersey, State Lawmaker Introduces Bill to Stop Federal Payments

New Jersey Bill Would Allow State to Withhold Payments to Federal Government Democratic lawmakers say the measure would let New Jersey respond if federal funds owed to the state are withheld despite…

New Jersey Reaches $7 Million Settlement With Auto Parts Delivery Company Over Worker Misclassification

State officials say more than 1,000 delivery drivers will be reclassified as employees after years of litigation. Trenton, NJ – New Jersey officials announced a $7 million settlement with PDX North, Inc.,…

Reston Man Sentenced to Over Two Years for Threatening to Kill the President

ALEXANDRIA, Va. — A Reston man who previously served prison time for threatening the President has been sentenced again for making new online threats against the President and other government officials, federal…

Curfew for minors in Virginia Beach after shooting injures six,

Virginia Beach Imposes 7 p.m. Curfew for Minors at Oceanfront After Shooting That Injured Six VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — Virginia Beach officials have approved a strict weekend curfew for unaccompanied minors at…

Farmingdale man indicted in drunk driving crash that killed Army veteran

Driver indicted after head on crash kills 63-year-old veteran MELVILLE, NY — A Farmingdale man has been indicted on aggravated vehicular homicide and other charges after prosecutors say he drove drunk during…

Jackson Police Critic Donny Adelman Arrested, Jailed in Ocean County on Threat and Weapons Charges

JACKSON, N.J. — Donny Scott Adelman, a frequent and outspoken critic of the Jackson Township Police Department and local government, has been arrested and lodged in the Ocean County Jail on multiple…

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