Trump calls Epstein file release demands ‘stupid’ and blames Democrat Hoax

BEDMINSTER, N.J. — President Donald Trump on Tuesday dismissed calls to release files related to Jeffrey Epstein, calling those demands “stupid” and “foolish,” and accusing Democrats of using the case for political…

Perkins is Making a New Jersey Comeback with 46 New Franchise Locations

FORT MONMOUTH, N.J. — Perkins American Food Co. is launching into its new fiscal year with major expansion plans in New Jersey, announcing that all 46 available franchise units for its new…

Queens woman sentenced for trafficking and exploiting 14-year-old girl

QUEENS — A Queens woman was sentenced Tuesday to seven and a half years in prison after pleading guilty to sex and labor trafficking involving a 14-year-old girl, according to Queens District…

Second New Jersey GOP chairman charged with tax fraud

TRENTON — William Hayden, 58, the Republican chairman of Sussex County, has been indicted on a third-degree charge of filing a fraudulent tax return, marking the second high-profile case involving a New…

Westmoreland County man charged in case involving two minors

HARRISBURG, Pa. — A 54-year-old man from Westmoreland County has been charged with multiple offenses related to the sexual abuse of two children between 1989 and 1997, the Pennsylvania Office of Attorney…

Phil Murphy pointing at a flooded building - AI / Photoshop enhanced political satire

Phil Murphy Declares Flood Emergency, Continues High Density Building Mandates

TRENTON, NJ = On Monday night, as 3-4 inches of rain drenched New Jersey, Governor Phil Murphy declared a state of emergency, urging residents to stay indoors to avoid flash flooding. The…

New Jersey’s largest animal welfare group merges with South Jersey shelter to expand services statewide

VINELAND, N.J. — Associated Humane Societies, the largest animal welfare organization in New Jersey, has formally merged with the South Jersey Regional Animal Shelter, extending its services into Cumberland County and expanding…

1,300 Criminals Arrested in Texas Migrant Sweep

HOUSTON — U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) arrested 1,361 individuals with criminal records in the Houston area during June as part of a targeted immigration enforcement initiative focused on public safety,…

Nude bowling event returns to Pittsburgh alley for annual naturist gathering

PITTSBURGH – A Pennsylvania naturist group held its annual “Balls Out Bowling” event Saturday, bringing back the clothing-optional gathering to a Pittsburgh-area bowling alley. The Pittsburgh Area Naturalists hosted the event at…

Airmont Man Pleads Guilty to Raping 6-Year-Old, Faces 9 Years in Prison

Airmont, NY – Juan Buezo-Hernandez, a 52-year-old resident of Airmont, New York, pleaded guilty to first-degree rape, a class B felony, on July 3, 2025, in Rockland County Court before Judge Kevin…

Jackson Police Department announces promotions at township council meeting

The Jackson Township Police Department promoted four officers during a township council meeting held on July 8, recognizing years of service, leadership, and dedication to law enforcement and the local community. Public…

ICE arrests two convicted felons in New York including child predator and repeat deportee

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers in Buffalo arrested two Mexican nationals convicted of violent felonies in New York, the agency announced Monday. Aurelio Lopes-Vasquez, 44, was convicted in Brooklyn on May…

Newark man among five indicted in $700K multi-county car theft and home invasion ring

Five men have been indicted for their alleged roles in a high-end car theft and home burglary ring that targeted residences across New Jersey and New York, the New Jersey Attorney General’s…

Newark Crime Crew Busted in Monmouth County Car Theft and Home Invasion Operation

A months-long investigation into a high-end auto theft and home invasion ring has led to the indictment of five men accused of stealing luxury vehicles and valuables across three New Jersey counties,…

Trenton Dems Let Life in Prison Bill for Teen Murders Stall in Legislature

TRENTON — A proposed New Jersey law that would mandate life imprisonment without parole for anyone convicted of murdering a child under the age of 16 has not advanced since its introduction…

Cops say Hackensack man gave child alcohol, assaulted them

HACKENSACK, N.J. — A 38-year-old Hackensack man has been arrested following an investigation into the repeated sexual assault of a juvenile, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced Wednesday. Alfredo F. Ingasicha was…

Hotel meetup ends in arrest for Pa. man in trafficking case

CAERNARVON TWP., Pa. — A Caernarvon Township man has been sentenced to two and a half to five years in state prison, followed by five years of probation, after pleading guilty to…

Bootleggers Busted for Selling Unlicensed Booze in New Jersey

TRENTON, NJ — New Jersey officials announced enforcement actions Wednesday against nine out-of-state retailers for allegedly selling and shipping alcohol into the state without a license, in violation of consumer protection and…

Queens man charged with rape and child luring

QUEENS, N.Y. — A 63-year-old man has been arrested and charged in connection with a child luring and sexual abuse case in Queens, police said. According to authorities, Virgilio Taveras of 190-05…

John Stewart charged with lewd acts at New Jersey middle school

FAIR LAWN, N.J. — A former school district employee from Midland Park was arrested Wednesday on multiple charges after allegedly committing lewd acts inside Thomas Jefferson Middle School in Fair Lawn, authorities…

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