New Jersey bill seeks to block unauthorized hiring of illegal alien workers
TRENTON, N.J. — A newly introduced bill in the New Jersey General Assembly would require all employers in the state to use the federal E-Verify …
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Roselle man charged in knife-point robbery at Linden convenience store
LINDEN, N.J. — A Roselle man has been arrested and charged in connection with the armed robbery of a Linden convenience store last May, according …
Murphy says Trump-fueled red shift in New Jersey is real but believes Democrats will prevail in November
TRENTON, N.J. — Governor Phil Murphy acknowledged recent Republican gains in New Jersey as “concerning,” pointing to a significant shift in voter behavior during the …
Scooter rider killed after police pursuit in Woodbridge under state investigation
WOODBRIDGE, N.J. — The New Jersey Attorney General’s Office is investigating a fatal crash that occurred early Sunday involving a motorized scooter rider who fled …
Secaucus police officers revive unresponsive man with CPR and defibrillator
SECAUCUS, N.J. — A team of Secaucus police officers helped save the life of a 42-year-old man who was found unresponsive at Harmon Cove Towers …
Man fatally shot on North Reese Street in broad daylight, police say
PHILADELPHIA, Pa. — A 26-year-old man was killed Saturday afternoon after being shot multiple times on a North Philadelphia street, authorities said. Police responded to …
Structure fire damages Warren Township home, no injuries reported
WARREN TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A house fire broke out Friday night in Warren Township, drawing emergency response from multiple fire departments across the area, officials …
A North Jersey Open Air Drug Market Has Been Shutdown by ICE, Alina Habba Announces
NEWARK, N.J. — Federal and local law enforcement arrested 18 individuals on Monday in a major drug trafficking operation that dismantled an open-air narcotics market …
Nutley police investigate July 4 early morning shooting on Passaic Avenue
NUTLEY, N.J. — Police in Nutley are investigating an early morning shooting that occurred Friday on Passaic Avenue, authorities said. According to the Nutley Police …
North Wildwood Police to provide patrol support in West Wildwood under new agreement
CAPE MAY COURT HOUSE, N.J. — A limited shared services agreement (SSA) between North Wildwood and West Wildwood will take effect at 12:01 a.m. on …
Dong Oh charged for sexual assault at New Jersey massage parlor
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 …
Newark police seek help identifying suspect in Market Street auto burglaries
NEWARK, N.J. — The Newark Department of Public Safety is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a suspect connected to multiple auto burglaries that …
North Potomac Girl, 14, Missing After Night Disappearance
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 …
Brooklyn woman charged in $220K New Jersey email fraud scheme
SECAUCUS, N.J. — A Brooklyn woman was arrested Monday after investigators linked her to a six-figure theft carried out through a fraudulent email targeting a …
New Jersey Gas Prices Would Drop 15% Overnight if Phil Murphy Did This
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 …
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 …
Twenty-four charged in Newark Bloods gang-linked drug and firearms conspiracy
NEWARK, N.J. — Twenty-four individuals connected to the Bloods-affiliated gang “Sex, Money, Murder” were charged Wednesday with narcotics and firearms offenses following a 14-month federal …
Suspect Sought in June Newark Shooting
NEWARK, N.J. — Authorities are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying suspects involved in a shooting that occurred earlier this month in the area …
Man fatally stabbed outside North Kenwood Avenue home
BALTIMORE, Md. — A 46-year-old man died after being stabbed outside a residence in the 700 block of North Kenwood Avenue late Monday night, authorities …
North Jersey man, Oscar Ramirez sentenced to 24 years for kidnapping and sexual assault
NORTH BERGEN, N.J. — A North Bergen man has been sentenced to 24 years in state prison for kidnapping and sexually assaulting a woman in …
Paterson Police promote 16 officers and welcome 5 new graduates
PATERSON, N.J. — The Paterson Police Department held a Promotion and Graduation Ceremony Monday, advancing sixteen officers into new leadership positions and officially swearing in …
Warren County Farmers’ Fair returns with hot air balloons, car shows and family events
PHILLIPSBURG, N.J. — The Warren County Farmers’ Fair featuring the Hot Air Balloon Festival is set to return July 26 through August 2, offering a …
Newark man arrested in connection to 2024 Hackensack shooting following year-long investigation
HACKENSACK, N.J. — Authorities have arrested a fifth suspect in connection with a June 2024 shooting in Hackensack after a year-long investigation led by the …
Barricaded woman detained by SWAT team after standoff at Secaucus hotel
SECAUCUS, N.J. — A woman was taken into custody early Saturday morning following a multi-hour standoff at the Extended Stay Hotel on Meadowlands Parkway, according …
Friday morning NJ Transit delays blamed on late Amtrak train
NEWARK, N.J. — NJ Transit riders faced delays of up to 20 minutes Friday morning after the agency reported rail congestion stemming from a late …
Power outage affects parts of South River during emergency wire repairs
SOUTH RIVER, N.J. — Portions of South River experienced a temporary power outage Wednesday evening as emergency crews worked to repair electrical wires, according to …
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 …
Belleville swears in 10 new officers and promotes detective to sergeant
BELLEVILLE, N.J. — The Belleville Police Department held a swearing-in ceremony Tuesday at City Hall to officially promote Detective John David Rossi to the rank …
Over 150 Fall Ill, 16 Hospitalized at Mass Casualty Incident During New Jersey High School Graduation
PATERSON, NJ — A sweltering heat wave turned what should have been a joyous celebration for Paterson’s graduating seniors into a medical emergency on Monday, …
Linden opens JTG Center as cooling site for residents without power
LINDEN, N.J. — Mayor Derek Armstead announced Monday that the JTG Center at 311 Helen Street will remain open to assist residents without power amid …
DWI Checkpoint Announced in North Jersey
FLORHAM PARK, N.J. — Law enforcement officials will conduct a joint Driving While Intoxicated checkpoint in Florham Park from June 27 through June 29 as …
North Jersey man charged for groping 12-year-old girl
WEST NEW YORK, N.J. — A 20-year-old man was arrested Friday after he allegedly groped a 12-year-old girl near a busy intersection in West New …
Police seek help identifying suspect in Newark robbery
NEWARK, NJ — Newark police are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a suspect wanted in connection with a robbery earlier this month on …
Extreme heat advisory issued in North Jersey with temperatures expected over 100 degrees
LINDEN, N.J. — Much of Central and Northern New Jersey is under an extreme heat advisory today. The Linden Police Department has issued an Extreme …
A New Jersey Deputy Mayor is Stuck in Israel as War with Iran Continues
TEANECK, N.J. — Former New Jersey gubernatorial candidate Jack Ciattarelli said Thursday that Teaneck Deputy Mayor Elie Y. Katz and his family remain stranded in …
Bayonne replaces American flag with Juneteenth flag at City Hall
BAYONNE, N.J. — The City of Bayonne marked Juneteenth with a flag-raising ceremony at City Hall, where the American flag was temporarily lowered to honor …
Woman critically injured, shot in the head on Watts Street in North Philadelphia
PHILADELPHIA — A woman is in critical condition following a shooting Tuesday evening in North Philadelphia, police said. Officers from the 9th District responded to …
New Jersey’s Holey Highway Fully Reopens
I-80 in Wharton reopens fully as eastbound lanes return ahead of schedule WHARTON, N.J. — All lanes on Interstate 80 eastbound in Morris County are …
New Jersey Town Replaces American Flag with Juneteenth Flag Outside Town Hall
VERONA, N.J. — A Juneteenth flag was raised at Verona Town Hall on Monday morning in place of the American flag, prompting questions over adherence …
Juvenile arrested with stolen loaded handgun in Atlantic City
ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. — A 15-year-old male was arrested Monday after Atlantic City police recovered a stolen, loaded handgun from his waistband following a tip …
Piscataway police enforcing truck weight limit on River Road
PISCATAWAY, N.J. — The Piscataway Township Police Department’s Traffic Safety Division is actively enforcing Township Ordinance 7-25, which restricts vehicles over 10 tons (20,000 pounds) …
Time for some fireworks in Fort Lee: Food Trucks and DJ to Celebrate Independence Day
FORT LEE, N.J. — Fireworks will return to Fort Lee this summer as the borough hosts a community celebration on Tuesday, July 2, featuring live …
Scooter robbery outside Newark Nike store leaves man beaten and $500 stolen
NEWARK, N.J. — Newark police are asking for the public’s help in identifying two suspects who assaulted and robbed a man of his electric scooter …
New Jersey Replaces Tesla EV Chargers From Turnpike with More Expensive Ones Amid Left’s Beef with Musk
TRENTON, NJ – Long before Elon Musk and President Donald Trump feuded, while it was still envogue to burn tesla dealerships and damage cybertrucks, New …
Man wanted in double homicide of mother and son in Henderson, police say
HENDERSON, N.C. — A manhunt is underway after a mother and her son were fatally shot Sunday evening in Henderson, prompting a homicide investigation and …
Philadelphia police locate SUV in fatal North Broad Street hit-and-run
PHILADELPHIA — A 60-year-old man was killed in a hit-and-run crash early Monday after being struck by a speeding SUV on North Broad Street, police …
Armed carjacker shot by police after shooting at rideshare driver in North Jersey
NORTH ARLINGTON, N.J. — A Bayonne man was shot by law enforcement Saturday after allegedly firing a handgun at a ride-share driver and stealing the …
Senior Prank at New Jersey High School Ends with Closure and Criminal Investigation
SOUTH RIVER, NJ — South River Police are investigating an incident involving high school students who broke into South River High School and defaced school …
Fire reported on Acorn Road in Secaucus
SECAUCUS, NJ — A structural fire broke out Thursday at 14 Acorn Road, according to the Secaucus Police Department. Authorities reported the fire shortly before …
Four Criminal Aliens on the Run in New Jersey After Protesters Attack Newark ICE Detention Facility
NEWARK, N.J. — A manhunt is active in New Jersey after a riot broke out Thursday night at a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement detention …