Woman Dies After Falling Into Open Midtown Manhattan Manhole Moments After Cover Dislodged

New York, NY — A 56-year-old woman died after falling into an uncovered Con Edison manhole in Midtown Manhattan just minutes after a heavy truck apparently knocked the cover loose, according to…

New York City News·Weird and Strange News

Woman Escapes Attempted Inside Prospect Park as NYPD Searches for Suspect

BROOKLYN, NY — A 26-year-old woman fought off an attempted sexual assault inside Prospect Park earlier this month after a man allegedly grabbed her from behind and tried to attack her before…

Florida father accused of pulling gun on school bus driver at Citrus Springs stop

A confrontation at a school bus stop in Citrus County escalated into a criminal case Thursday morning when a father allegedly drew a handgun on a substitute driver, then told her it…

Police Blotter

Jersey Shore Towns Crack Down on Teen Curfew Violations as Memorial Day Crowds Swell

Seaside Heights, NJ — Shore towns across New Jersey ramped up curfew enforcement Saturday night as large crowds of teenagers flooded boardwalks, amusement areas, and beach streets during Memorial Day weekend, prompting…

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Philadelphia Sergeant Shoots Armed Man After Struggle Over Gun in Kensington Foot Chase

Philadelphia, PA — A Philadelphia police sergeant shot an armed 39-year-old man during a struggle over a handgun Saturday morning in Kensington after a street disturbance escalated into a foot chase behind…

North Carolina jail officer fired arrested and locked up after criminal charge announcement

Sheriff says former detention officer is accused of failing to carry out official duties BUNCOMBE COUNTY, N.C. — A former Buncombe County detention officer is now behind bars after being fired and…

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Off-Duty FDNY Firefighter Rescues Woman From Submerged Car During Queens Flash Flooding

Queens, NY — Rising floodwaters trapped a woman inside her submerged vehicle on the Jackie Robinson Parkway during Wednesday night’s severe flash flooding, but an off-duty New York City firefighter spotted the…

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Garbage Truck Overturns on Route 70 in Manchester, Slams Into Waiting Pickup Near Landfill

Manchester Township, NJ — A garbage truck traveling at what police described as an unsafe speed overturned Thursday morning while turning into the Ocean County Landfill, crashing into a pickup truck stopped…

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Ocean County Sheriff’s Officers Accused of Chokeholds, Taser Threats in 103-Page Excessive Force Lawsuit

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Two Ocean County residents filed a sweeping 103-page civil lawsuit accusing sheriff’s officers of violently restraining a courtroom victim advocate with chokeholds, threatening him with a Taser, and…

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Kathy Hochul Calls GOP Rival Bruce Blakeman a ‘Spineless MAGA Coward’ After Trump Warning

ALBANY, N.Y. — New York Gov. Kathy Hochul escalated her attacks on Republican rival Bruce Blakeman after former President Donald Trump warned the Democratic governor, “You better watch yourself, Kathy,” during a…

Local Politics·New York City News·New York News·Political Crime and Corruption

Baltimore drivers ambushed in chilling bump and rob carjacking wave spreading across city

Police warn suspects are crashing into vehicles on purpose before attacking drivers and stealing cars BALTIMORE, Md. — Baltimore police are warning residents about a growing carjacking pattern in which suspects intentionally…

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New York City Police Department officers arrive at crime scene.

Bronx Gun Trafficking Ring Indicted After Undercover NYPD Buys Assault Rifle and Eight Handguns

Bronx, NY – Four men were indicted in a Bronx gun trafficking operation that allegedly sold nine firearms — including an AR-15-style rifle — to an undercover NYPD officer during a months-long…

New York City News

Rikers Island Correction Officer Accused of Taking Bribes to Smuggle Drug-Soaked Papers to Inmate

Bronx, NY – A New York City correction officer assigned to Rikers Island faces felony charges after prosecutors said he accepted thousands of dollars in bribes to smuggle documents purportedly laced with…

New York City News

New Jersey State Police Add 120 Troopers for Memorial Day Crackdown on Speeding and DWI

West Trenton, NJ – New Jersey State Police will ramp up patrols across highways and waterways this Memorial Day weekend as officials warn drivers about the heightened risk of deadly crashes during…

North Jersey News

NJ Assemblywoman Dawn Fantasia Demands Answers to Democrats’ World Cup Financial Debacle

Trenton, NJ — New Jersey Assemblywoman Dawn Fantasia sharply criticized state leaders and World Cup organizers Thursday, accusing officials of saddling New Jersey taxpayers with traffic, security, and infrastructure burdens tied to…

New Jersey News·North Jersey News

NJ Democrats Advance Bill Allowing Campaign Funds for Family, Staff Security Costs

Trenton, NJ — New Jersey lawmakers are advancing legislation that would allow elected officials and political candidates to use campaign funds to pay for security measures protecting themselves, family members living in…

Government News·Local Politics·Ocean County News

Virginia Beach Driver Charged After Woman Killed in Crosswalk Hit-and-Run on Pacific Avenue

Virginia Beach, VA — A 34-year-old woman died after police say she was struck by a vehicle in a marked crosswalk along Pacific Avenue before the driver fled the scene Thursday night…

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Toms River Declares Local Emergency to Prevent Rowdy Mobs and Pop-Up Parties Starting Today

Toms River Expands Summer Teen Curfew on Barrier Island Ahead of Memorial Day Weekend Crowds Toms River, NJ — Toms River officials have formally reinstated a summer overnight curfew on the township’s…

Police Blotter·Toms River News

It’s Time to Take Our Shore Back: New Jersey Lawmaker Issues Blunt Warning to Teens and Parents Ahead of Planned Memorial Day Chaos

NJ Assemblyman Paul Kanitra Warns Memorial Day Pop-Up Parties Could Lead to Arrests, Parent Penalties Point Pleasant Beach, NJ — As Jersey Shore towns brace for massive Memorial Day weekend crowds, Assemblyman…

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Brick Township Memorial Day Parade Set for May 25 With Road Closures Along Chambers Bridge Road

Brick Township, NJ — One of Brick Township’s longest-standing community traditions returns Monday as residents, veterans, first responders, and local organizations gather to honor fallen service members during the township’s annual Memorial…

Ocean County News

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