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BRONX, N.Y. — An 18-year-old female prisoner died early Saturday after being found unconscious inside the 41st Precinct station house in Longwood, police said. At approximately 12:40 a.m., officers at …

CHATHAM, N.J. — Mayor Carolyn Dempsey of Chatham Borough is facing criticism after she carried a Pride flag rather than an American flag during the town’s Fourth of July parade, …

SEASIDE HEIGHTS, N.J. — Fourth of July celebrations at the Seaside Heights Boardwalk remained mostly peaceful Thursday, though local authorities responded to multiple disturbances involving juveniles, including fights and reports …

LAKEWOOD, N.J. — A once sleepy farm road that has seen explosive development and massive amounts of traffic over the past decade has been approved to be expanded to become …

PHILADELPHIA, PA — Three men were wounded in a shooting Friday evening in West Philadelphia, according to police. Officers from the 18th District responded at approximately 6:48 p.m. to reports …

TRENTON, N.J. — A Republican-backed bill requiring voters to present photo identification before casting ballots was blocked Monday in the Democrat-controlled New Jersey Assembly, sending the measure back to committee …

MONROE TOWNSHIP, N.J. — Emergency crews responded to a mass casualty incident Wednesday evening after a skydiving aircraft crashed at Cross Keys Airport, leaving multiple people injured, including the pilot. …

WASHINGTON, D.C. — In a strongly worded newsletter released over the Fourth of July weekend, U.S. Senator Andy Kim condemned the recently passed House Republican-backed budget measure, which he refers …

EDGEWATER, N.J. — A 55-year-old Teaneck man was arrested and charged with sexual assault following an incident that allegedly occurred at SoJo Spa Club in Edgewater, authorities announced Wednesday. Dong …

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 …

Understanding Hate Crime Charges for Flag Removal Recent incidents in New Jersey, such as the hate crime charges filed in Sayreville for cutting down an LGBT Pride flag and the …

JACKSON, N.J. — Jackson Township Council President Jennifer Kuhn announced plans for an updated landlord registration ordinance aimed at cracking down on illegal rentals and improving enforcement across the township. …

FREEHOLD, N.J. — One of the Jersey Shore’s largest annual carnivals, the Monmouth County Fair, will return later this month with a five-day lineup of attractions, live entertainment, and family-friendly …

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 …

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 …

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 …

BRIGANTINE, N.J. — A 17-year-old leukemia survivor will host a July 4 fundraiser in Brigantine to support childhood cancer research, returning to the beach town where she spent summers during …

LAKEWOOD, N.J. — Federal immigration authorities arrested a Mexican national with ties to the Cartel del Noreste on Sunday in Ocean County, officials said. ICE is officially operating in Ocean …

As summer travel peaks and families hit the road, the idea of a gas tax holiday in New Jersey has surfaced as a potential relief measure for residents grappling with …

SEASIDE HEIGHTS, N.J. — Don’t let midweek showers fool you — weather conditions are shaping up to be ideal along the Jersey Shore for Fourth of July weekend. While there’s …

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 …