NYPD cop busted for drunk driving in Brooklyn
Brooklyn, NY – An off-duty New York City police officer was arrested Wednesday afternoon after being caught driving under the influence in Bay Ridge, authorities said. Elias Fernandez, 27, was taken into…
Brentwood man indicted for murder after deadly parking lot attack in Suffolk County
BRENTWOOD, N.Y. — A Suffolk County grand jury indicted a 21-year-old Brentwood man on Thursday for allegedly killing another man by repeatedly running him over with a car following a violent altercation…
Clear skies and warm temperatures expected for Fourth of July weekend in New Jersey
TRENTON, N.J. — After a brief round of isolated thunderstorms Thursday evening, New Jersey is set to enjoy a dry and sunny Fourth of July weekend, according to the latest forecast. Showers…
Big win for Stamford as player claims $25K
Stamford, CT — A lucky lottery player claimed a $25,000 prize on a 100X scratch-off ticket purchased at Shippan Corner Variety in Stamford, officials confirmed Tuesday. The winner, whose name was not…
$2M jackpot shocker for Charles County player with lucky liquor store buy
Indian Head, MD — A Charles County man is celebrating a $2,041,396 payday after hitting the progressive jackpot on a $30 FAST PLAY Gold Rush Progressive ticket, Maryland Lottery officials confirmed Wednesday.…
Where to see Friday night fireworks and festivals across New Jersey for the Fourth of July
TRENTON, N.J. — Fireworks will light up the skies across New Jersey Friday night as part of a full slate of Independence Day celebrations, with several large-scale events planned from the Jersey…
Franklin Lakes woman indicted for destroying phone in husband’s federal fraud probe
NEWARK, N.J. — A Bergen County woman has been indicted for destroying evidence during a federal investigation into her husband’s alleged real estate investment fraud scheme, U.S. Attorney Alina Habba announced Wednesday.…
Lakewood expands emergency alert system for traffic, weather and safety updates
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 safety notifications.…
Mikie Sherrill Just Blamed Republicans For New Jersey’s 20% Energy Price Spike
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 already facing…
Child Fights for Life After Route 18 Crash in New Brunswick
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. on June…
Maryland Pit Stop Becomes $50K Prize for Lucky Trucker
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, Maryland Lottery…
Scratch-Off Turns Into $500K Dream for Suffolk Woman
CARROLLTON, Va. — Chomedy Hatton of Suffolk is celebrating after winning the $500,000 top prize on the Virginia Lottery’s Jewel 7s scratch-off game, officials confirmed. Hatton bought the ticket at the Food…
Bronx Man Indicted for Vicious Rape of 15-Year-Old Girl in Co-Op City
BRONX, NY – A 29-year-old Bronx man, Casmine Aska, was indicted on charges of predatory sexual assault against a child for the brutal rape of a 15-year-old girl in a Co-Op City…
Northern Ocean County shelter makes urgent plea for dog rescues and fosters
OCEAN COUNTY, N.J. — The Friends of Northern Ocean County Animal Facility are pleading for help from 501(c)(3) rescues and dedicated fosters to give five adoptable dogs a second chance. Among the…
Baltimore Police Hunt for Missing Suicidal Woman
BALTIMORE, Md. — Police are asking for the public’s help to locate 36-year-old Estrella Rivera, who was reported missing Tuesday from the 1300 block of Asbury Road. Authorities say Rivera is considered…
Horse Racing Game Pays Off With $31K for Maryland Player
CENTREVILLE, Md. — A Queen Anne’s County resident who once vowed never to play an animated horse racing game is celebrating a $31,521 Racetrax payday, Maryland Lottery officials confirmed Wednesday. The Centreville…
A complete list of fireworks shows down the shore for Fourth of July weekend
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Communities across Ocean County are preparing to light up the skies this week with a full schedule of fireworks displays running through Monday, July 7. Three fireworks shows…
Alina Habba Nominated to Serve Four Year Term as U.S. Attorney For New Jersey
NEWARK, N.J. — Alina Habba, who has served as interim U.S. attorney for New Jersey since March, was formally nominated Tuesday by the Trump administration to hold the post for a full…
Alina Habba’s New Drug Strikeforce Arrests New Jersey Man for Dealing Deadly Fentanyl Dose
NEWARK, N.J. — A Somerset County man has been indicted for distributing fentanyl and heroin that led to the death of a victim in Plainfield, federal prosecutors announced Tuesday. Thomas Kane Miller,…
Ocean County to vote today on $16M in capital pet projects with no funds for homelessness response they created
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — The Ocean County Board of Commissioners is set to vote today on over $16 million in capital improvement ordinances, funding a range of infrastructure projects across the county.…
Ohio Scratch-Off Turns Into $300K Windfall for Lucky Winner
LANCASTER, Ohio — A Circle K customer in Lancaster turned a $10 Feeling Lucky ticket into a $300,000 windfall, Ohio Lottery officials announced. The winning ticket was sold at Circle K #5556…