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LAKEWOOD, N.J. — Lakewood Township and the Lakewood Police Department have launched an enhanced emergency alert system aimed at keeping residents informed of real-time traffic disruptions, weather events, and public …

Glass ceilings be damned: New Jersey’s “Me Too” Senators slam Trump’s female pick for U.S. Attorney. NEWARK, N.J. — Senators Andy Kim and Cory Booker issued a joint statement this …

MORRISTOWN, N.J. — Rep. Mikie Sherrill is criticizing House Republicans for what she calls a “Republican Price Hike Bill,” claiming it would drive up utility costs for New Jersey families …

Toms River, NJ – Mayor Daniel Rodrick has recently taken proactive measures to address homelessness in Downtown Toms River, securing emergency housing vouchers from the State Department of Community Affairs, …

PRINCETON, N.J. — Gov. Phil Murphy hosted his final LGBTQ+ Pride reception at the governor’s residence on Sunday, marking the end of a tradition held throughout his administration and highlighting …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — The Toms River Regional School District is warning of potential summer school cancellations and exploring Chapter 9 bankruptcy as it faces a multimillion-dollar budget shortfall, despite …

SEASIDE HEIGHTS, N.J. — Ocean County Commissioner Robert Arace, a Republican, appeared alongside New Jersey Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin, a Democrat and appointee of Gov. Phil Murphy, on the …

Murphy slams GOP spending bill, urges NJ Republicans to oppose it TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy sharply criticized a Republican-backed federal spending bill Wednesday, warning that it …

TRENTON, NJ — A proposed bill to restrict bird feeders during black bear season remains in limbo as lawmakers in Trenton work to reconcile language between Assembly and Senate versions. …

MORRISTOWN, NJ — Rep. Mikie Sherrill is calling on her Republican colleagues in Congress to reject a bill she says would harm New Jersey families, accusing GOP lawmakers of backing …

HARBESON, DE — A 33-year-old Ellendale man was arrested Tuesday morning after crashing a commercial truck and attempting to hide stolen firearms, according to Delaware State Police. Troopers say James …

EVESHAM TWP., NJ — A snapping turtle caused a brief stir Tuesday morning when it was found in front of the Sunglass Hut at the Promenade shopping center, according to …

Toms River Mayor Daniel Rodrick’s proposal to seize Christ Episcopal Church’s 10.8-acre downtown property through eminent domain has sparked a heated debate, pitting the township’s vision for recreational development against …

NORTH POTOMAC, Md. — Authorities are searching for 14-year-old Persia Sasha Lopez, who was reported missing Tuesday night in North Potomac, according to the Montgomery County Police Department. Persia was …

AKRON, Ohio — Three suspects have been arrested in connection with the fatal shooting of 15-year-old Javion Fort, Akron Police announced Wednesday. An operation coordinated with the Northern Ohio Violent …

NORWALK, Conn. — Ciera W. of Norwalk is celebrating after hitting a $100,000 prize in the Connecticut Lottery’s Cash5 game on July 1, officials confirmed. She purchased the winning ticket …

NEW BRUNSWICK, N.J. — Middlesex County Prosecutor Yolanda Ciccone and New Brunswick Police Chief Vincent Sabo announced a serious crash Sunday night is under investigation. Police say around 10:15 p.m. …

OXON HILL, Md. — Prince George’s County Police say two people were killed and three others injured in a single-vehicle crash Tuesday night on Indian Head Highway. The Collision Analysis …

WASHINGTON, D.C. — A 17-year-old from Northwest D.C. was arrested after police say he stole a pair of AirPods from a pedestrian Monday evening, according to the Metropolitan Police Department. …

Trenton, NJ – New Jersey’s ambitious plan to address its affordable housing crisis has ignited fierce debate, as a new mandate requires the construction of over 80,000 housing units within …

BRONX, N.Y. — A 27-year-old Bronx resident has been arrested and charged in connection with a fatal shooting that occurred last month in the South Bronx, police announced. Pedro Cruz, …

NEWARK, N.J. — Federal agents arrested 18 individuals and filed charges against 24 alleged members of a Newark-based drug trafficking organization Tuesday, dismantling what authorities described as an open-air drug …

PHILADELPHIA, PA — Three armed suspects robbed a Brinks security officer at gunpoint Tuesday afternoon outside the Holmesburg Shopping Center, fleeing with an undisclosed amount of cash and the officer’s …

BALTIMORE COUNTY, Md. — Michele McCray, 42, was arrested and charged with first-degree murder after a domestic dispute turned deadly Tuesday evening, Baltimore County Police announced. Officers responded around 6:45 …

COLLEGE PARK, Md. — Clayton Webb, a North Carolina-based truck driver, turned an overnight stop in College Park into a $50,000 payday with a winning FAST PLAY Double Win ticket, …