Remembering New Jersey’s Underground Rock Mecca, City Gardens
In the annals of American music and cultural history, City Gardens in Trenton, New Jersey, holds a unique and enduring place. From its humble beginnings as a simple club in the late…
Barack Obama Visits Phil Murphy’s Riverfront Mansion to Raise Millions for Mikie Sherrill
RED BANK, N.J. — Former President Barack Obama returned to the campaign fundraising circuit Friday night, joining DNC Chair Ken Martin for a high-dollar Democratic fundraiser at New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy’s…
Chris Christie Says Trump Ordered Stop on Epstein Files Release
WASHINGTON — Former New Jersey Governor Chris Christie criticized President Donald Trump over his handling of the Jeffrey Epstein controversy, warning that Trump’s support base may turn on him as calls grow…
Man sentenced to 35 years for fatal stabbings of two men in Queens
QUEENS, N.Y. — A Manhattan man was sentenced Monday to 35 years in prison for fatally stabbing two men in separate incidents in Queens in December 2021, Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz…
Man killed, woman injured in Harlem shooting behind 8th Avenue building
NEW YORK — A 32-year-old man was fatally shot and a 40-year-old woman injured in a daytime shooting Monday afternoon behind a building on 8th Avenue in Harlem, police said. Officers from…
Man shot multiple times, found dead in Harlem
NEW YORK — A 42-year-old man was fatally shot Monday afternoon in Harlem, police said, marking the latest incident of gun violence in the area. Officers from the 28th Precinct responded to…
Route 18 southbound in East Brunswick to close nightly for drainage and gas line work
TRENTON — A section of Route 18 southbound in East Brunswick will be closed and detoured nightly from Tuesday through Friday as part of an ongoing pavement and drainage improvement project, the…
New Jersey’s largest animal welfare group merges with South Jersey shelter to expand services statewide
VINELAND, N.J. — Associated Humane Societies, the largest animal welfare organization in New Jersey, has formally merged with the South Jersey Regional Animal Shelter, extending its services into Cumberland County and expanding…
New Jersey man indicted for defrauding elderly victims in $1M investment scheme
NEWARK, N.J. — A Hudson County man has been indicted on federal charges for allegedly defrauding elderly and other victims out of more than $1 million through a long-running investment and money…
Gun Jam Saves Philadelphia Cops, Perp Shot and Killed
PHILADELPHIA — A 25-year-old man was fatally shot by two Philadelphia police officers on May 21 following a foot pursuit and physical altercation in North Philadelphia, authorities said. The incident began around…
Manhunt underway for fugitive wanted for murder in Akron
AKRON, Ohio — Authorities are searching for Damario McCall, 41, who is wanted in connection with the July 5 shooting death of Ar’mon Covington at a BP gas station on Grant Street,…
1,300 Criminals Arrested in Texas Migrant Sweep
HOUSTON — U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) arrested 1,361 individuals with criminal records in the Houston area during June as part of a targeted immigration enforcement initiative focused on public safety,…
Police search for gunman who opened fire after argument on N. Cassady Ave.
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Columbus police are asking for the public’s help identifying a suspect who opened fire on a woman following a verbal altercation on Wednesday morning, striking both her vehicle and…
English is now the official language of the U.S., Here’s what you need to know
WASHINGTON — The Department of Justice on Monday released formal guidance for federal agencies to comply with President Trump’s Executive Order No. 14224, which declares English as the official language of the…
Phil Murphy Sues Feds After Trump Cuts $158 Million Migrant Education Funding
TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin announced Monday that the state has joined a 24-state coalition in suing the Trump Administration over its decision to freeze billions in…
Berkeley Township man pleads guilty in hit-and-run that injured teen bicyclist
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A Berkeley Township man has pleaded guilty to causing serious bodily injury while driving without a license in connection with an April crash that seriously injured a 17-year-old…
D.C. Man fatally shot in Oxon Hill, $25,000 Reward Offered
OXON HILL, Md. — A 31-year-old man was shot and killed Saturday night in Oxon Hill, and Prince George’s County Police are offering a $25,000 reward for information that leads to an…
Police Charge Yonkers Man for Killing Acquaintance
YONKERS, N.Y. — A Yonkers man has been arrested and charged with murder following the fatal shooting of Francisco Vallejo early Friday morning, according to police. Officers responded around 2:30 a.m. to…
Party Like it’s 1885 with the Amish Outlaws on the Beach in Toms River
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Toms River’s Summer Concert Series continues Tuesday night with a live performance by The Amish Outlaws at Shelter Cove Beach, followed by a fireworks display, township officials announced.…
Man arrested in fatal shooting of Joshua Williams in Columbus
Eric Powell has been arrested in connection with the fatal shooting of 46-year-old Joshua L. Williams in Columbus, police said. According to the Columbus Division of Police, officers responded to reports of…
Twenty Arrested in New Jersey ICE Immigration Enforcement Operation
NEWARK, N.J. — U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement arrested 20 individuals last Monday during a joint worksite inspection at a warehouse facility in Edison, according to a statement from ICE. The enforcement…