Cocaine and Guns Seized During Atlantic City Police Raid

ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. — A stolen handgun and 50 grams of cocaine were seized last week when Atlantic City police executed a search warrant on a Baltic Avenue apartment, resulting in three…

Atlantic City gaming revenue rises 5 percent in April led by online gambling surge

ATLANTIC CITY, NJ — New Jersey’s total gaming revenue rose to $536.6 million in April, a 5.0% increase over the same month last year, according to figures released Friday by the New…

Atlantic City lawmakers move to block North Jersey casino plan

TRENTON, N.J. — Senator Vince Polistina, Assemblyman Don Guardian, and Assemblywoman Claire Swift reaffirmed their opposition Thursday to a revived effort to expand casino gaming into North Jersey, citing economic concerns and…

Brooklyn man arrested in Atlantic City shooting after multi-agency manhunt

A Brooklyn man has been arrested in connection with a shooting that took place in Atlantic City on Saturday, according to the Atlantic City Police Department. Edwin Biggs, 51, was taken into…

Gunfire at Atlantic City bar leads to guilty plea for gunman

MAYS LANDING, NJ — Hakim A. Clark, 34, of Atlantic City, pleaded guilty Tuesday to multiple charges stemming from a 2024 shooting outside a bar, illegal gun possession, obstruction, and prior drug-related…

Atlantic City teen caught with loaded handgun after ShotSpotter alert

ATLANTIC CITY, NJ — A 17-year-old male was arrested Saturday night after police responded to a ShotSpotter alert and found him carrying a loaded handgun, the Atlantic City Police Department announced. Officers…

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Gym parking lot crime spree: Atlantic City man pleads guilty to eluding, burglary, and credit card fraud

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — An Atlantic City man has pleaded guilty to multiple charges stemming from a 2021 crime spree in Ocean County, including burglary, eluding police, and fraudulent use of a…

Armed robbery suspect arrested during Atlantic City vehicle stop

ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. — A wanted man linked to a February gunpoint robbery was arrested Friday after Atlantic City detectives stopped a vehicle and discovered a loaded handgun inside. Key Points Detectives…

$1.5 million prize stuns Atlantic City lottery player

TRENTON, NJ — An Atlantic County player matched all five numbers in a recent Jersey Cash 5 drawing, winning a jackpot worth $1,517,632 — the second-largest prize of the game so far…

15-Year-Old Among Two Arrested for Gunfire in Atlantic City

ATLANTIC CITY, NJ – Two individuals, including a 16-year-old, have been arrested following an investigation into gunfire last month, with authorities recovering a loaded handgun and more than a pound of marijuana,…

Seven charged in Atlantic City drug busts, two production facilities dismantled

ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. — Seven men have been arrested and charged with first-degree narcotics distribution in separate incidents that led to the seizure of significant quantities of drugs and the dismantling of…

Injured grey seal pup rescued in Atlantic City, receiving treatment at Marine Mammal Stranding Center

ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. — A male grey seal pup found injured near the Golden Nugget Casino parking lot on March 4 is now receiving medical care at the Marine Mammal Stranding Center…

Beer, music and wild festivities: Atlantic City Beer & Music Festival returns in 2025

ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. — The Atlantic City Beer & Music Festival is set to return to the Atlantic City Convention Center on Saturday, March 29, 2025, bringing craft beer enthusiasts and music…

Atlantic City police arrest man found with loaded handgun

ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. — A man was arrested Friday after Atlantic City police received multiple tips that he was carrying a handgun, authorities said. On February 7 at 5:47 p.m., Officers Michael…

Spadea Calls for Higher Tolls, Taxing the Rich, and an Atlantic City Congestion Tax

As the New Jersey gubernatorial race intensifies, candidate Bill Spadea’s tax policy positions have come under scrutiny. Spadea, a former radio host and political commentator, has made various statements regarding taxation that…

Fugitive arrested by U.S. Marshals in Atlantic City for Toms River drive-by shooting

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A Manchester man has been arrested and charged with three counts of attempted murder in connection with a drive-by shooting at a Toms River apartment complex last month,…

High-speed crash in Atlantic City leaves wrecked car and no driver in sight

Atlantic City Police Department Probes Hit-and-Run Incident **Atlantic City, NJ** - The Atlantic City Police Department is investigating a motor vehicle accident after the vehicle's occupants fled before police arrived. On Saturday,…

Atlantic City man arrested for attempted murder after shooting child’s mother

ATLANTIC CITY, NJ — A 39-year-old man has been charged with attempted murder after allegedly shooting the mother of his child early Tuesday morning, the Atlantic City Police Department reported. Officers responded…

NJ lawmakers urge Miss America Pageant to leave Orlando and return to Atlantic City

TRENTON, NJ — New Jersey lawmakers are pushing for the Miss America Pageant to move back to Atlantic City, citing the competition’s deep historical ties to the seaside resort town. The Assembly…

Atlantic City police arrest 15-year-old with defaced handgun and heroin after shots fired alert

ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. — A 15-year-old male was arrested early January 17 after Atlantic City police responding to a gunfire alert discovered the juvenile in possession of a defaced handgun, heroin, and…

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