Six Queens pot shops padlocked in major illegal cannabis bust
Queens DA shuts down six illegal cannabis stores in major citywide sweep QUEENS, NY – A major crackdown on unlicensed marijuana businesses led to the … Read more
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Operation Weed Whacker shuts down six illegal smoke shops in Queens with arrests and major cannabis seizures
QUEENS, NY — A sweeping undercover operation targeting six illegal cannabis shops across Queens has led to four arrests, the padlocking of each storefront, and … Read more
Jack Ciattarelli slams Democrats after major New Jersey city’s water crisis continues, failing basic infastructure mangement
Paterson, NJ – New Jersey Republican gubernatorial nominee Jack Ciattarelli delivered bottled water to residents in Paterson on Saturday amid a widespread water outage, using … Read more
Major New Jersey Highway Shutdown, Neighborhoods Locked Down in Parsippany
Parsippany, NJ – An intense police presence shut down a stretch of Route 202 and prompted a stay-in-place advisory Wednesday morning as law enforcement converged … Read more
Murphy to sign major tax credit bill boosting NJ manufacturing and clean energy sector
TRENTON, NJ – Governor Phil Murphy is expected to sign Assembly Bill 5687 into law on Wednesday, launching the “Next New Jersey Manufacturing Program,” a … Read more
Crash and vehicle fire snarl NJ morning commute with major delays across highways
Newark, NJ – New Jersey commuters faced a rough start Tuesday morning as crashes, a vehicle fire, and heavy congestion created delays across several key … Read more
Major media outlets colluded to block opposing viewpoints during COVID pandemic, DOJ says
The U.S. Department of Justice filed a statement of interest Friday in a federal case accusing major media outlets of suppressing independent viewpoints related to … Read more
Bravo Star Melissa Gorga Survives Major Car Accident
ENGLEWOOD, N.J. — Melissa Gorga, star of “The Real Housewives of New Jersey,” is recovering after what she described as a “major car accident” this … Read more
Howard County man wins third major lottery jackpot
MOUNT AIRY, Md. — A Howard County man has scored his third significant Maryland Lottery prize after winning $30,000 on a Keno ticket purchased on … Read more
Major New Jersey Highway Buckles Under Extreme Heat Causing Traffic Delays
OAKLAND, N.J. — The NJ DEP has issued a traffic advisory warning drivers of significant delays on I-287 Southbound due to roadway buckling caused by … Read more
Sibling Rivalry: Major New Jersey Drug Ring Leaders Arrested at the Jersey Shore
MAYS LANDING, N.J. — Twin brothers from Atlantic City pleaded guilty Monday to leading a narcotics trafficking network and weapons offenses following a sweeping multi-agency … Read more
Major Wind Company Wants Out of Phil Murphy’s Offshore Energy Project
ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. — Atlantic Shores Offshore Wind, a joint venture between Shell and EDF Renewables, is seeking to withdraw from its flagship New Jersey … Read more
24 arrested in major drug bust spanning eight cities across North Jersey
LINDEN, N.J. — A long-term narcotics investigation led by the Union County Prosecutor’s Office and Linden Police culminated in the arrest of 24 individuals and … Read more
US sanctions Guyanese and Colombian nationals over major cocaine trafficking network
WASHINGTON — The U.S. Department of the Treasury has sanctioned six individuals accused of trafficking large quantities of cocaine from South America to the United … Read more
Longtime New Jersey lottery retailer lands first major win with $5.9 million ticket
ROSELAND, N.J. — A Roseland gas station that has sold New Jersey Lottery tickets for three decades has finally handed out its first major jackpot-winning … Read more
Major Seaside Heights Condo Project “In Limbo” Over Financing Problems, Mayor Says
SEASIDE HEIGHTS, N.J. — A long-promised redevelopment project in Seaside Heights remains stalled as other construction surges forward around it, leaving a prime piece of … Read more
Paterson begins major upgrade of Vera Ames Park with new playground and courts
PATERSON, N.J. — A city park is undergoing a full-scale transformation as part of what officials are calling a “park renaissance” in Paterson’s 4th Ward. … Read more
New York Morning Crash Report: Multiple Incidents Slow Traffic Along Major Highways
NEW YORK, N.Y. — New York commuters faced numerous traffic disruptions Friday morning due to a series of crashes, disabled vehicles, and lane closures on … Read more
Calm Before the Storm: Friday Morning Commute Sees No Major Problems Ahead of Memorial Day Weekend
NEWARK, N.J. — New Jersey commuters enjoyed an unusually smooth start to Friday morning, with light traffic and no major delays reported on major highways … Read more
Major North Jersey Highway Shut Down Overnight Due to Fatal Crash
KEARNY, N.J. — Authorities will close the Newark-Jersey City Turnpike on Tuesday night as part of the ongoing investigation into a double fatal crash that … Read more
No toll Friday coming to this major New Jersey expressway this weekend
HAMMONTON, N.J. — Travelers heading east on the Atlantic City Expressway this Memorial Day Weekend can pass through the Egg Harbor Toll Plaza free of … Read more
NJ Transit rail strike deadline looms with major service disruptions expected
NEWARK, N.J. — NJ Transit rail service could come to a halt just after midnight Friday as union negotiations remain unresolved, prompting warnings of widespread … Read more
Major warehouse fire disrupts West Baltimore traffic near Edmondson Avenue and Bentalou Street
BALTIMORE — A third alarm fire that broke out near Edmondson Avenue and Bentalou Street early Tuesday morning continues to impact traffic and local access … Read more
After banning plastic straws and bags, Murphy lures major global plastic company to New Jersey
A new plastics factory is coming to New Jersey. The bad news is, the company could find itself having problems selling some of its products … Read more
Bill Spadea’s chief campaign advisor caught raising money for a major Democrat political campaign
JERSEY CITY, N.J. — — A surprising alliance is roiling New Jersey’s political landscape, as George Gilmore, a top consultant for Republican gubernatorial candidate Bill … Read more
New Jersey’s 2035 Gas Car Ban Suffers Major Setback in Congress
Trenton, NJ – May 1, 2025 – A bipartisan vote in the U.S. House of Representatives has cast doubt on New Jersey’s ambitious plan to … Read more
Crash snarls traffic on NJ Turnpike as morning commute sees major delays statewide
TRENTON, NJ — Tuesday morning commuters across New Jersey faced major disruptions, with several crashes and heavy congestion reported on key highways, according to traffic … Read more
New Jersey faces mounting energy crisis after shutdown of six major power plants
TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey is in the grip of an escalating energy crisis, triggered initially by the closure of five coal-fired power plants and … Read more
27 charged in major bust of violent Tren de Aragua gang in New York and beyond
NEW YORK, NY — Federal authorities on Monday unsealed two sweeping superseding indictments charging 27 individuals tied to the violent international gang Tren de Aragua … Read more
Speed study finds no major speeding issue on Whitehall Drive in Upper Moreland
UPPER MORELAND TOWNSHIP, PA — The Upper Moreland Police Department’s Traffic Safety Unit has concluded a speed study on Whitehall Drive following a resident’s complaint … Read more
Major drug bust against Philadelphia based trafficking operation in New Jersey
PHILADELPHIA, PA — Five people have been arrested and charged in connection with a sprawling fentanyl trafficking operation stretching across the tri-state area, following a … Read more
Trump Gets Major Supreme Court Win in Department of Education Injunction Case
WASHINGTON, DC — The U.S. Supreme Court on Thursday granted an emergency request from the Department of Justice to stay a lower court ruling that … Read more
Mega Millions gets major upgrade with bigger jackpots, better odds, and new $5 ticket price
MIDDLETOWN, PA – Mega Millions® is getting a dramatic overhaul, and Pennsylvania Lottery players will see bigger jackpots, enhanced prize tiers, and a new ticket … Read more
Half-price train rides for I-80 commuters as NJ TRANSIT offers major discount amid emergency repairs
NEWARK, NJ — NJ TRANSIT is offering a 50% discount on roundtrip train fares from five Morris and Warren County stations starting Monday as emergency … Read more
Ocean County unveils $608.7M budget with stable tax rate, major investment in growth and education
TOMS RIVER, NJ — The Ocean County Board of Commissioners introduced its $608,759,015 budget for 2025 this week, promising no increase to the county property … Read more
ICE Agents Uncover Major Illegal Firearms Trafficking Operation in New Jersey
NEWARK, N.J. – A federal grand jury has indicted a New Jersey man on multiple firearms-related charges following an investigation led by U.S. Immigration and … Read more
ICE Investigation in New Jersey Leads to Conviction of Two Major Fentanyl Pill Makers
NEWARK, N.J.— A U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) investigation led to the sentencing of two men for their roles in running a fentanyl drug … Read more
Major New Jersey Drug Trafficking Operation Busted, 23 Arrested
PASSAIC COUNTY, N.J. — A multi-agency investigation into a large-scale drug network has resulted in 23 arrests and the seizure of more than four kilograms … Read more
Morris County Authorities Break Major Drug Network
Morris County Authorities Break Major Drug Network
**Morristown, NJ** – Morris County law enforcement announced the arrest of several individuals involved in a narcotics distribution network following a series of search warrants in Morristown. Tuesday’s joint investigation led to the arrest of eleven individuals and the confiscation of controlled dangerous substances, paraphernalia, and over $15,000 in cash.
The accused were part of a network allegedly distributing controlled substances throughout Morris County, with notable activity in Morristown. Search warrants were carried out on Tuesday at three residences on Orchard Street, Clyde Potts Drive, and Clyde Potts Court, as well as on five vehicles, by the MCPO Special Operations Division Tactical Team, the Morris County Sheriff’s Emergency Response Team, and the Morristown Police.
Among those arrested, Naire Burnett and Kasey Montilla faced charges as first-degree leaders of a narcotics trafficking network. Others, including Deshawn Turpin and Dayvon Rawls, were charged with employing a juvenile in a distribution scheme and conspiracy-related charges. Some suspects were released pending court appearances, while others remain detained at the Morris County Correctional Facility.
The investigation was supported by multiple law enforcement agencies, including the Morris County Prosecut
New Jersey morning traffic update: Crashes, delays, and major closures
NEW JERSEY — Commuters across New Jersey are facing multiple crashes, delays, and lane closures this morning, with major incidents affecting several highways and transit … Read more
I-80 Sinkhole Causing Major Delays as North Jersey Commute Backs Up
ELIZABETH, N.J. — Multiple traffic incidents, including crashes, sinkholes, and emergency construction, disrupted major roadways across New Jersey on Tuesday morning, leading to lane closures … Read more
Major Drug Cartels, Drug Gangs Are Now Officially Terrorist Organizations, U.S. Says
WASHINGTON — The U.S. Department of State has officially designated several major criminal organizations, including Mexican drug cartels and transnational gangs, as Foreign Terrorist Organizations … Read more
High Winds, Rain, Power Outages Expected Across Southern New Jersey as Major Storm Passes
MOUNT HOLLY, N.J. — The National Weather Service has issued a high wind watch for portions of northern Delaware, central and southern New Jersey, and … Read more
Pedestrian struck in North Bergen, causing major traffic delays
NORTH BERGEN, N.J. — A motor vehicle accident involving a pedestrian has led to multiple road closures and detours near 91st Street and Tonnelle Avenue, … Read more
Wildwood Announces “Major Air Show” Coming to the Jersey Shore in 2025
THE WILDWOODS, N.J. – The Greater Wildwoods Tourism Improvement and Development Authority (GWTIDA) is in discussions with an airshow company to bring a large-scale aerial … Read more
Monday morning traffic: Delays across major NJ highways, incidents causing lane closures
NEW JERSEY — Monday morning commuters are facing delays across several major roadways due to crashes, disabled vehicles, and heavy traffic. A disabled truck is … Read more
Three lucky winners claim major Cash 5 prizes in Bucks, Allegheny, and Delaware
MIDDLETOWN, PA — Three winning Cash 5 with Quick Cash tickets sold in Bucks, Allegheny, and Delaware counties combined for a total prize of $658,265 … Read more
NJ morning traffic report: Crashes and delays across major routes
TRENTON, N.J. — Morning commuters faced a series of traffic issues across New Jersey’s major roadways on Monday as crashes, delays, and lane closures disrupted … Read more
The Untold Financial Costs of Wind Energy in NJ: Group Finds Major Issues With Government Promises
TRENTON, N.J. — A New Jersey nonprofit organization is calling for greater transparency and a more thorough cost-benefit analysis of the proposed Atlantic Shores South … Read more
Maryland Attorney General sues RealPage, major landlords over alleged rent price-fixing scheme
BALTIMORE, MD — Maryland Attorney General Anthony G. Brown has filed a lawsuit against RealPage, Inc. and six of the state’s largest residential landlords, accusing … Read more