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N.J. man tells woman to 'sleep in a coffin' during assault, officials say
A 46-year-old man has been charged with attempting to strangle a woman and telling her to "sleep in a coffin," according to a criminal complaint. JERSEY CITY -- A 46-year-old city man has been charged...
View ArticleN.J. police union backs Democrat over Garrett in hard-fought U.S. House race
The union cited GOP Rep. Scott Garrett's vote against legislation that included aid for 9/11 first responders. WASHINGTON -- The union representing 33,000 New Jersey police officers endorsed...
View ArticleIconic rail terminal in Liberty State Park set to reopen Wednesday
By the start of the 20th century, the terminal accommodated between 30,000-50,000 people per day. Nearly four years after the flood waters of Superstorm Sandy have receded, an iconic piece of New...
View ArticleCumberland County seeks most wanted fugitives
Citizens are reminded not to approach, confront, or detain these fugitives. BRIDGETON -- The Cumberland County Sheriff's Office would like your help in finding two of their most-wanted fugitives....
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Helicopter aids in search for 2 people after accident
Two people who were involved in a crash with a reportedly stolen vehicle on June 19, 2016, remain at large, police said. WARREN -- Two people who allegedly stole a vehicle Sunday night and led police...
View ArticleN.J. pension proposal is 'economic armageddon,' business leader says
But a public worker advocate says if the state can afford to give away money to the wealthy, it can afford to keep its pension promises. TRENTON -- As a Democrat-backed plan that would require...
View Article75-year-old killed in Staten Island crash was a 'family man,' 'hard worker'
The cousin of a 75-year-old city man killed yesterday in a crash on Staten Island said those close to him knew him as a "good guy," a "hard worker" and "a family man." BAYONNE -- The cousin of a...
View ArticleHow N.J.'s LGBT-friendly clubs have long strived for safety | Opinion
The killings in Orlando seemed to expose the feeling of fragility that surrounds many LGBT bars and clubs — and point to our need to remember the pivotal role these "sanctuaries" have played. Last...
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Woman's killing during cockfight robbery leads to 3 indictments
Maria Cruz of Rockaway, N.Y. was fatally shot during the robbery. Kelvin Diaz, 31, of Elizabeth, is one of three men indicated for an attempted robbery at a cockfight in Newark where a woman was shot...
View Article45 people permanently displaced after fire-ravaged building is demolished
Fourteen families consisting of 45 people have been permanently displaced after their fire-ravaged home had to be demolished. BAYONNE -- Fourteen families comprising 45 people have been permanently...
View ArticleN.J. lawmakers aim to spur 'smart gun' production
A gun advocate urged lawmakers to repeal rather than roll back the notorious smart gun law. TRENTON -- The Assembly Judiciary Committee on Monday approved legislation to spur development of...
View ArticleDemocrats to Christie on his school funding shake-up: No way
The proposal would put the issue before voters in a gubernatorial election year, in 2017. TRENTON -- The sweeping overhaul of the school funding formula Gov. Chris Christie announced on Tuesday...
View ArticleWind storm in Hamilton splinters trees, knocks out power
The Giddens watched as winds splintered trees and ripped the power line from their house. HAMILTON -- While watching the hail storm amid fierce winds Tuesday morning, Lisbeth Giddens saw the trees...
View ArticleFulop: Violent crime in Jersey City is not random
Mayor Steve Fulop publicly reiterated last night that an uptick in shootings that are plaguing the city are not random and most of the victims are targeted. JERSEY CITY -- Mayor Steve Fulop reiterated...
View ArticleDid suspect in cabbie killing leave trail of evidence, or is he a scapegoat?
A prosecutor says evidence points to a suspect in the murder of a cab driver, but a defense attorney says a co-defendant lied in the case. NEWARK -- An Essex County assistant prosecutor Tuesday said a...
View Article3-year-old boy struck in hit-and-run, Elizabeth police say
Police later found the suspect car abandoned at an intersection. ELIZABETH -- The driver of a 2000 Buick hit a three-year-old boy and fled the scene Monday afternoon, police said. Officers arriving at...
View ArticleThunderstorm warning issued for southern part of Parkway
Severe thunderstorms are predicted to hit southern portions of the Garden State Parkway as commuters make the drive home. Commuters are being warned that severe thunderstorms are predicted to hit the...
View ArticleHere's who's representing N.J. at the Democratic convention in Philadelphia
The entire Democratic congressional delegation and the state legislative leadership will be at the national convention. WASHINGTON -- U.S. Sens. Cory Booker and Robert Menendez, state Senate President...
View ArticleChristie's former chief counsel sworn in as acting attorney general
Acting AG could soon be confirmed by Democrats in the Legislature TRENTON -- Gov. Chris Christie's pick for the state's top law enforcement post took the reins as acting attorney general Tuesday while...
View ArticleMan critical after second shooting in Burlington City in 3 days
The 34-year-old man is the fourth person to be injured by gunfire in the city since Sunday night. BURLINGTON CITY -- A 34-year-old city man is in critical but stable condition after he was shot in the...
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