New Jersey sues Trump admin over halting off failed offshore wind projects
TRENTON — New Jersey Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin announced Monday that the state has joined a coalition of 18 attorneys general in filing a …
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New Jersey cop arrested for multiple innapropriate acts with children in public spaces
A Piscataway police officer has been arrested and charged with multiple offenses involving inappropriate conduct toward minors in public spaces, according to official records. Wesley …
Severe thunderstorm watch issued for New Jersey as heavy rain expected through Wednesday
A severe thunderstorm watch has been issued across much of New Jersey, with scattered strong storms expected through Wednesday morning, according to the National Weather …
Fugitive migrant wanted for murder captured in New Jersey sanctuary city
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officials have arrested a 23-year-old Venezuelan national in East Orange, New Jersey, who is wanted for homicide in his home …
Wind-driven brush fire burns along Riverview Drive in Perth Amboy
Firefighters from multiple departments battled a fast-moving brush fire along Riverview Drive in Perth Amboy on Saturday afternoon, according to the Perth Amboy Fire Department. …
Route 46 wildfire fully contained after burning 100 acres in Hackettstown
The New Jersey Forest Fire Service announced full containment of a wildfire that burned approximately 100 acres in Hackettstown, Warren County. The fire, which began …
Second Fort Lee teen charged in high school stabbing that left student hospitalized
FORT LEE, N.J. — A second 16-year-old student has been charged in connection with the April 8 stabbing of a male student at Fort Lee …
New Jersey town plagued by anti-Semitic flyers, police investigating
WYCKOFF, N.J. — Township officials in Wyckoff are denouncing the distribution of antisemitic flyers discovered earlier this week in the Sicomac section of the community, …
Wildfire burns 100 acres in North Jersey with zero percent containment
HACKETTSTOWN, N.J. — A wildfire has scorched approximately 100 acres in Hackettstown, Warren County, as crews from the New Jersey Forest Fire Service work to …
One dead, two children injured in early morning Jersey City fire
JERSEY CITY, NJ — One person has died and four others, including two children, were seriously injured in a fire on Summit Avenue in Jersey …
North Bergen police arrest man in alleged teen kidnapping
North Bergen police arrest man in alleged teen kidnapping
NORTH BERGEN, NJ — A 35-year-old North Bergen man has been arrested in connection with the alleged kidnapping of a 17-year-old girl on Wednesday. According to North Bergen Police Chief Robert J. Farley, Jr., the incident occurred around 3:15 p.m. near 79th Street and Bergenline Avenue.
The suspect, identified as Roberto Canavalan, faces charges of kidnapping and endangering the welfare of a child. Authorities reported that Canavalan was detained at the scene and subsequently taken to the Hudson County Correctional Facility to await his court appearance.
Witnesses informed police they saw Canavalan running toward the victim, grabbing her, and dragging her several feet away from Bergenline Avenue in an apparent abduction attempt. The victim struggled for approximately two minutes before bystanders assisted her.
Three nurses from a nearby doctor’s office and a male passerby heard the girl’s cries for help. Working together, they intervened, successfully freeing her from Canavalan’s grasp.
“Responding officers located a female victim, a 17-year-old North Bergen resident, along with several witnesses,” stated the police report. Additional officers identified and arrested Canavalan on
Over 100 dogs rescued from abandoned New Jersey animal testing lab didn’t know what grass was
TRENTON, NJ — A resurfaced video showing more than 100 neglected beagles rescued from a shuttered animal testing facility in New Jersey has reignited scrutiny …
Key North Jersey Democrat and Family Members Indicted for Election Ballot Fraud
TRENTON, NJ — Paterson City Council President Alex Mendez, along with his wife and three other individuals, has been charged in a superseding indictment for …
Newark police hunt suspect after South 11th Street shooting
NEWARK, N.J. — Newark authorities are asking for the public’s help identifying a suspect involved in a shooting incident that took place Wednesday afternoon on …
Wildfire risk elevated across New Jersey as dry, gusty conditions raise warnings
TRENTON, NJ — The National Weather Service has issued a Special Weather Statement warning of an elevated wildfire risk across New Jersey today, fueled by …
Man in wheelchair fatally struck by school bus in North Philly
PHILADELPHIA, PA — A man in a wheelchair was fatally struck by a school bus in Philadelphia’s 25th District late Monday afternoon, according to preliminary …
Famous Newark Bakery Calandra’s Owner Forks Over a Bunch of Dough to Trump-Loving Gubernatorial Candidate
Newark, NJ – Anthony Calandra, owner of Calandra’s Bakery and Italian Market in Essex County, made headlines last year when he abruptly canceled a Republican …
Teen arrested after shots fired during juvenile dispute in Linden
LINDEN, N.J. — A 16-year-old boy is in custody following a late-night shooting Friday that left several vehicles damaged but no injuries reported, according to …
Newark police seek help identifying suspect in broad daylight assault
NEWARK, NJ — Newark police are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a man who allegedly punched a victim in the face outside a …
Stabbing suspect caught on camera after attack on North Capitol Street
WASHINGTON, D.C. — A man was stabbed early Tuesday morning on North Capitol Street in Northwest Washington, and authorities are now searching for the suspect …
Newark porch package thief caught on camera
NEWARK, N.J. — Newark police are asking for the public’s help in identifying a woman caught on a Ring doorbell camera stealing a package from …
Stabbing on North Capitol Street sparks manhunt for two suspects
WASHINGTON, D.C. — A man was hospitalized after being stabbed early Tuesday morning in Northwest Washington as police search for two suspects believed to be …
North Jersey woman who led violent drug trafficking gang arrested with 26 associates
TRENTON, NJ — Twenty-six individuals have been charged in connection with a violent open-air drug trafficking organization operating in Newark, state officials announced Tuesday, describing …
DWI arrests, drug charges, and forged documents: Nine suspects nabbed in April crime sweep
CLARK, N.J. — Police in Clark made a series of arrests between April 1 and April 20, with charges ranging from driving while intoxicated to …
Man charged in Jersey City hit-and-run that left pedestrian seriously injured
JERSEY CITY, NJ — A 30-year-old man has been arrested and charged in connection with an April 7 hit-and-run in Jersey City that left a …
Man found dead on North Pitt Street, police investigating
ALEXANDRIA, VA — Alexandria Police are conducting a death investigation after a man was found deceased in the roadway in the 700 block of North …
In New Jersey, is it pizza or is it a pie
When you call your favorite local pizza joint, do you ask for a pizza or a pie? In New Jersey, a state renowned for its …
Driver charged in double-fatal Linden crash after allegedly running red light at high speed
LINDEN, NJ — A 28-year-old Piscataway man has been charged with two counts of second-degree vehicular homicide in connection with a deadly crash last year …
Driver flees after hitting 57-year-old man in North Tonawanda; police locate suspect vehicle
NORTH TONAWANDA, NY — A 57-year-old man remains hospitalized after being struck by a vehicle in a hit-and-run incident late Wednesday night in North Tonawanda, …
The faces of ICE: Over 200 arrested in New York City migrant sweep
NEW YORK — U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement arrested 206 individuals during a week-long enhanced enforcement operation in the New York City area, focusing on …
A New Jersey human trafficker who exploited a minor among four victims was sentenced to nearly 18 years in prison
TRENTON, N.J. — A Newark man was sentenced to 210 months in federal prison Thursday for trafficking multiple women, including a minor, across state lines …
Caught on camera: Newark cops hunt suspect in North Star Academy school break-in
NEWARK, NJ, April 17 — Police are asking for the public’s help in identifying a man captured on surveillance video during a burglary at North …
Newark police seek suspect wanted for marble madness
NEWARK, N.J. — Newark police are asking for the public’s help in identifying a man accused of shattering windows with marbles during two early-morning incidents …
Florida man captured aboard New Jersey train with illegal guns and booby trap
TRENTON, N.J. — Wednesday — A Florida man is facing multiple state weapons charges after authorities say he left a suitcase containing an assault rifle …
North Brunswick’s patriotic police SUV triggers New Jersey’s Reddit base
NORTH BRUNSWICK, N.J. — A red, white and blue police SUV wrapped in patriotic imagery has drawn sharp criticism and sparked a viral Reddit thread …
Man killed, two others wounded in North Philly triple shooting
PHILADELPHIA, PA — A man was killed and two others were wounded in a triple shooting Sunday evening in the city’s 22nd District, authorities said. …
Liquor store rampage: Newark cops hunt man who smashed TV, fridge with bottles
NEWARK, NJ — Newark police are asking for the public’s help identifying a man who caused damage inside a Springfield Avenue liquor store after being …
Newark’s cherry blossoms are in their prime, but the countdown is on before the petals vanish
NEWARK, NJ — More than 5,300 cherry blossom trees are in full bloom at Branch Brook Park, drawing thousands of visitors as the Essex County …
Widespread unemployment abuse centered around New York and other blue states
NEW YORK, NY — An initial federal review has revealed widespread abuse of Unemployment Insurance programs across multiple states, with fraudulent claims totaling hundreds of …
New Jersey Democrat councilman arrested in statewide mob-linked gambling bust
TRENTON, N.J. — A sweeping racketeering investigation has led to charges against 39 individuals — including a Prospect Park councilman and alleged members of the …
Family loses everything in South Amboy house fire including beloved dog
SOUTH AMBOY, N.J. — A house fire that broke out on April 6 left the Hanna family homeless and mourning the loss of their dog, …
$300K blaze destroys Maryland home as investigators seek cause of North East fire
NORTH EAST, Md. — A fire that tore through a single-family home on Vanders Lane resulted in a complete loss of the property, with damages …
Student stabbed at Fort Lee High School, One Arrest Made
FORT LEE, N.J. — A student was stabbed inside Fort Lee High School on Tuesday, prompting a full lockdown and a law enforcement response that …
New Jersey boy bravely battles kidney failure as family seeks living donor for life-saving transplant
PISCATAWAY, NJ — Thirteen-year-old Omar Danso, a seventh-grader at Schor Middle School, is facing a life-threatening health crisis after being diagnosed with end-stage renal failure. …
Manhunt underway after driver strikes victim twice in Newark hit-and-run
NEWARK, NJ — Authorities are searching for a driver who twice struck a man with a vehicle in a hit-and-run incident early Friday morning, according …
Turnpike crash probe: State Police seek red pickup truck driver in Carteret wreck
CARTERET, N.J. — New Jersey State Police are asking for the public’s help in identifying the driver of a red pickup truck who may have …
New Jersey Cops to Dunkin Donuts April Fools’ Day Prankster, Well Played
BELLEVILLE, NJ — Officers at the Belleville Police Department received an unexpected surprise Monday morning when an anonymous prankster delivered what appeared to be a …
Trout Season Kicks Off in New Jersey: Here Are the Top Stocked Fisheries to Explore
Anglers across the Garden State are gearing up for an exciting weekend as the 2025 spring trout season officially began today, Saturday, April 5, at …
Two New Jersey Men Busted by Feds for $1.7 Million New York Jewelry Heist
HARTSDALE, N.Y. — Two men from Irvington, N.J., were arrested and charged in connection with a violent daytime robbery at a jewelry store in Hartsdale, …
New Jersey Town Bans Bird Feeders Ahead of Looming Statewide Ban
The war against feeding birds in New Jersey just heated up as one town decided it’s not waiting for an official statewide ban to take …