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Married NJ Cops Had Sex In Front Of Kids: Report
A married law enforcement couple from Mercer County were arrested on Wednesday, Jan. 29, for having sex in front of children and recording it, court records show. Brian DiBiasi, 39 was charged with recording, possessing and distributing the child sexual abuse material and endangering the welfare of a child while his wife, Elizabeth, 42, is charged with endangering the welfare of child by engaging in sexual conduct, online records show. Both are being held in the Monmouth County Jail. Brian is a Hamilton police officer while Elizabeth works in the Mercer County Sheriff's Office. Brian…
Police & Fire
Newark Man Stole $700K Worth Of Luxury Vehicles: AG
A 19-year-old Newark man was arrested and charged with running a residential burglary and auto theft ring throughout the state last year, authorities said. Samir White's crew targeted high-end vehicles throughout New Jersey and New York, Attorney General Matthew Platkin said. White and others used stolen vehicles to travel to target locations throughout Monmouth, Ocean, and Essex counties, where they forced entry into homes using a crowbar, removed expensive items and key fobs to vehicles, then stole the homeowner’s cars from the residence, Platkin said. The estimated value of vehicles…
Police & Fire
13-Year-Old Made Threats Toward Students, Staff On Social Media: Winslow Police
A 13-year-old Sicklerville resident was arrested at Winslow Township Media School on Monday, Jan. 27 after making threats on social media, authorities said. The student made threatening social media posts towards Winslow Twp. Middle School students and staff, Winslow Township police said. Officers immediately notified school officials and additional officers were assigned to Winslow Twp. Schools as a precaution, police said. The 13-year-old was charged with false public alarm and terroristic threats. At no point were students, staff, or the community in any immediate danger, police sa…
News
Mystery Drones 'Not The Enemy:' Trump Clears The Air
After months of speculation and sky-high conspiracy theories, the mystery around those mysterious drones has finally been grounded. Sort of. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt relayed a message “directly” from President Donald Trump during her first press briefing on Tuesday, Jan. 28, addressing the drones that have been seen over the tri-state since late last year. “After research and study, the drones that were flying over New Jersey in large numbers were authorized by the FAA (Federal Aviation Administration) for research and various other reasons,” Leavitt quoted Trump as sayi…
Business
Public Health Alert: Wegmans Chicken Nuggets Sold In NJ May Contain Bone Fragments
A public health alert has been issued by the US Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) for frozen, fully cooked Wegmans chicken nuggets that may be contaminated with bone fragments. Consumers are urged not to eat this product. While no recall has been requested since the product is no longer available for purchase, FSIS is concerned that packages may still be in consumers’ freezers. Details of the Product: Brand: Wegmans FAMILY PACK FULLY COOKED Breaded Chicken Breast with Rib Meat Click here to view product lebel Size: 46-ounce plastic packages Best …
News
3.8 Magnitude Earthquake Shakes New Jersey, Multiple Other States
The US Geological Survey said a 3.8 magnitude earthquake shook much of the Northeast on Monday, Jan. 27. The quake occurred at 10:45 a.m. and was initially reported as a 4.1 on the Richter scale. Its epicenter was located near York Harbor, approximately seven miles off the coast of Maine and about 13 miles underground. The tremors were felt across Massachusetts and reached as far as Upstate New York, parts of Pennsylvania, Connecticut, and New Jersey. In all, residents in nine states felt the tremors. According to the Maine Earthquake Database, this was the third-strongest eart…
News
Powerball Ticket Sold At Trenton Market Wins Big
It was a sensational Saturday for a Powerball player in Trenton. A Powerball ticket sold in New Jersey's capital matched four numbers plus the red Powerball in the drawing held on Saturday, Jan. 25, winning $50,000. The ticket was sold at Torres Lopez Market on Stuyvesant Avenue. The winning numbers were 8, 15, 17, 53, 66 and the red Powerball was 14.
News
'Cancel Culture Coleslaw:' NJ Restaurant Apologizes For 'Proud Boys Burger'
A New Jersey restaurant has found itself at the center of a controversy after a menu item titled the "Proud Boys Burger" sparked widespread outrage on social media. Aqua Blu Kitchen & Cocktails on Route 37 in Toms River has since issued multiple apologies and taken action in response to the backlash. The burger, described as featuring “white American cheese, onion ring layers of truth, resilience pickles, freedom fries, cancel culture coleslaw, and liberty sauce,” was posted on social media by a customer, igniting immediate criticism. Many took issue with the apparent reference to…
Business
PA Beats Out NJ For Italian Pasta Maker's First U.S. Facility In $12.5M Investment
An Italian company has chosen Pennsylvania as its first North American location to make its fettuccine, rigatoni, and other popular types of pasta. Il Pastaio will open a production facility in the Allenwood section of Gregg Township in Union County, Gov. Josh Shapiro announced at a groundbreaking ceremony on Thursday, Jan. 23. The governor said the Keystone State beat out neighboring New York and New Jersey for the $12.5 million project. The 71,300-square-foot center is expected to create at least 74 full-time jobs. "I’m competitive as hell, and from day one, I’ve made clear that I w…
News
NJ Couples Expect Fourth-Most Expensive Wedding Gifts In U.S.: How Much Should You Spend?
Newlywed couples in Northeast and mid-Atlantic states expect some of the most generous wedding gifts in the country, a new study said. Couples in New York expect the most expensive gifts in the U.S. at an average of $204.60 per guest, according to the study by fine jewelry brand Shane Co. The survey, based on responses from more than 3,000 Americans, also highlights regional trends in gift expectations, budgets, and wedding traditions. Connecticut newlyweds had the nation's second-highest expectations of $202.40 per gift, while New Jersey ranked fourth at $172.30. Pennsylvani…
Lifestyle
Bob Dylan Biopic Filmed In NJ Scores 8 Oscar Nominations
"A Complete Unknown," the Bob Dylan biopic that was shot throughout New Jersey, received eight Academy Award nominations, including Best Picture, when nominees were announced on Thursday, Jan. 23. Timothee Chalamet who plays the iconic singer/songwriter as he navigates the New York music scene in the 1960s, was nominated for Best Actor while James Mangold was nominated for Best Director. Monica Barbaro, who plays Joan Baez, was nominated for Best Supporting Actress, while Edward Norton, who plays Pete Seeger, was nominated for Best Supporting Actor. The movie also received nominations for B…
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Two NJ Chefs Nominated For James Beard Awards
New Jersey’s food scene is sizzling with excitement as two chefs have snagged James Beard Award nominations. Dan Richer, the mastermind behind Razza in Jersey City, and David Viana, the culinary genius at Lita in Aberdeen, are both up for Best Chef, Mid-Atlantic. There are a total of 10 nominees mainly from DC, Philadelphia, and Delaware. Richer is no stranger to accolades. Born in Matawan, he ditched his college graduation for a plane ticket to Italy, where he fell in love with food and never looked back. Since then, he’s turned Razza into a pizza powerhouse, earning a thr…
News
Mystery Drones Over NJ? Trump Says 'I Just Got Here! But Promises Answers
Since November, New Jersey skies have been abuzz with mystery drones. And now President Donald Trump promises answers. Shortly after his inauguration, Trump addressed the peculiar sightings, including reports of drones flying over his Bedminster golf club, calling the activity “interesting” and vowing to get to the bottom of it. "In fact, I’d like to know because I just got here. I just came here. I would like to find out what it is and tell the people," he said Monday, Jan. 20 after an inquiry from a reporter. "In fact, I’d like to do that. Can we find out what that was, Susie? OK? W…
Politics
NJ Among States Suing Trump For Ending Birthright Citizenship: 'Dangerous, Unconstitutional'
Several states in the Northeast are fighting to block an executive order signed by President Donald Trump that would end birthright citizenship. A coalition of 18 states – including New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Maryland – are named as plaintiffs in a lawsuit against the Trump administration that was filed in Massachusetts federal court on Tuesday, Jan. 21. The suit argues that Trump’s order denying US citizenship to the children of those who are neither a U.S. citizen nor a lawful permanent resident is unlawful. “This dangerous and unconstitutional order undermines…
Sports
Rutgers Gymnastics Coach On Leave Over Allegations Of Bullying, Relationship With AD
Unme Salim-Beasley, the Rutgers gymnastics coach, has been placed on paid administrative leave after an investigation into her conduct, including an improper relationship with then-Athletic Director Patrick Hobbs. Gymnasts at Rutgers alleged Salim-Beasley bullied them and did not address their injuries nor mental health concerns, while the athletics department often turned a blind eye, due to the relationship between Hobbs and Salim-Beasley, according to the release of a 52-page report by the law firm Lowenstein and Sandler, commissioned by the school. The 2023-2024 Rutgers women's gymnasti…
Weather
Here's Who Got The Most Snow In New Jersey: See The Town By Town Totals
New Jersey experienced a wide range of snowfall from a winter storm that swept through the state on Jan. 19, 2025, with Kinnelon in Morris County topping the charts at a whopping 7 inches, according to reports from the National Weather Service (NWS). Adding to the challenges, a Cold Weather Advisory is now in effect for much of the region from 6 p.m. Monday, Jan. 20 through noon Wednesday, with wind chills expected to drop as low as 7 below zero. Residents are urged to take precautions to avoid hypothermia and frostbite, including wearing proper clothing, keeping pets indoors, and checking o…
Weather
1 To 3 Inches Of Snow Now Predicted For South Jersey: See The Updated Winter Storm Forecast
The National Weather Service (NWS) in Mount Holly has expanded Winter Storm Warnings to include all of southeastern Pennsylvania and portions of central New Jersey. The forecast has trended colder and snowier, with 6 to 9 inches of snow expected north and west of the I-95 corridor, including Philadelphia. Residents are also being warned of dangerously cold conditions that could pose significant risks through midweek (see snow map above and winter weather advisories below). Sunday Storm Forecast: Widespread snow will move into the region late Sunday morning, Jan. 19 into the early aft…
Lifestyle
NJ Has Top 10 Food Scene In U.S., Top Culinary School Says: Here's Why
Three states in the Northeast stood out in a nationwide study for their vibrant food scenes. New York, Massachusetts, and New Jersey were ranked in the top 10 by the Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts. While Hawaii easily claimed the top spot in the annual food scene rankings, New York scored high enough to earn second place. The study, which analyzed factors like restaurant spending, jobs, and independent eateries, highlighted these states for their vibrant food cultures and economic contributions. "Usually when we think of a restaurant "scene," we think on the small scal…
News
Tobacco Costs NJ Smokers $4.4M Over Lifetimes, Lose Third-Most Income In U.S.: Study
Northeast and mid-Atlantic states are among the most expensive in the U.S. for smoking tobacco, according to a new study. New York topped the 2025 list from WalletHub called "The Real Cost of Smoking by State", with residents losing an estimated $5.4 million over their lifetime. Washington, D.C., Maryland, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island were also ranked in the top five. The study calculated smoking-related costs by combining out-of-pocket expenses, lost income, increased insurance premiums, and missed financial opportunities, such as investing in the stock market instead of …
Weather
Murphy Declares State Of Emergency, New Snowfall Forecast Released As Winter Storm Nears
New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy declared a State of Emergency beginning Sunday morning, Jan. 19, right as the National Weather Service released a brand-new snowfall forecast for the winter storm heading toward the region. CLICK HERE FOR LATEST FORECAST AS OF 9 AM JAN. 19, 2025. The storm will begin with scattered showers and a low of 26 degrees Saturday night, Jan. 18, the NWS said. By Sunday afternoon, snow is expected to begin after 1 p.m., with temperatures hovering around 30 degrees. The snow could be heavy at times, with rates exceeding 1 inch per hour, especially in areas northwest of the…
Police & Fire
Multi-Million Diesel Fuel Theft Ring Busted in NJ: AG
A sophisticated operation that stole credit card information and used cloned cards to purchase diesel fuel, and then resold it for millions in illicit profits has been dismantled, authorities announced on Thursday, Jan. 16. The scheme involved 25 people and four companies operating in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, New York, Connecticut, and Massachusetts, New Jersey Attorney General Matthew Platkin said. The enterprise used credit card skimmers installed at gas pumps to steal data and create cloned cards, Platkin said. The group used modified vehicles with auxiliary fuel tanks to store and tran…
Weather
Arctic Blast Will Follow Snow Showers Across NJ With Temps We Haven't Seen In Years, NWS Says
Light snow showers are forecast to begin Thursday afternoon, Jan. 16 across parts of New Jersey and Pennsylvania, potentially creating slippery conditions during the evening commute, according to the National Weather Service (NWS). A Hazardous Weather Outlook has been issued for several northeast New Jersey counties, including Passaic, Hudson, Bergen, Essex, and Union, with snowfall set to begin after 4 p.m. Most areas are expected to see less than one inch of snow, though localized accumulations of up to two inches are possible in parts of eastern Pennsylvania near and north of …
Business
Married Couple Set To Open NJ's First Capriotti's, Popular Sandwich Shop
A sandwich restaurant chain that started in the Little Italy neighborhood of Wilmington, Delaware, will soon have its first New Jersey location in Princeton, officials said. Capriotti's Sandwich Shop will open on North Harrison Street in the Princeton Shopping Center on Tuesday, Jan. 21, the company said in a news release. The shop will introduce Garden State residents to the chain’s famous sandwiches, including its signature slow-roasted turkey subs. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Capriotti's Sandwich Shop (@capriottis…
News
New Jersey Has Never Been This Packed: Garden State Breaks Population Records
New Jersey isn’t just holding its ground—it’s taking the lead. The Garden State is celebrating a banner year as it kicks off 2025 with historic highs in jobs, employers, and population. If you thought New Jersey was just a pit stop on the way to New York or Philly, think again—it’s where everyone wants to be. With more than 9.5 million residents, New Jersey has never been this packed—or this popular. In fact, the U.S. Census Bureau reports a 1.3% population spike from 2023, the fastest growth rate in the Northeast. That’s 121,209 new neighbors and counting. But it’s not just the peop…
Sports
76ers, Flyers To Build New Arena In South Philly, Ending Chance Of NJ Move
After years of debating, two of Philadelphia's major sports teams will have a new arena not too far from their current home. The new arena for the Philadelphia 76ers and Flyers will be in the South Philadelphia Sports Complex, which is also where they currently play in the Wells Fargo Center. The state-of-the-art arena will be built in a partnership between Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment (HBSE) and Comcast Spectacor, the companies said in a news release on Monday. Jan. 13. The arena billed as "one of the finest, most technologically advanced, and sustainable" arena…
News
NJ Shines In Key Areas For Raising Families In New Study: See The Details
Massachusetts leads the U.S. as a place for raising families and two other Northeast states are among the nation's best, according to a new study. WalletHub released its 2025 list of best and worst states to raise a family on Monday, Jan. 13. The personal finance website ranked each state on family-friendliness, evaluating factors like housing affordability, healthcare quality, job security, and education. Massachusetts claimed the top spot, excelling in education and healthcare. The state boasts the nation’s best public schools, the highest rate of children with health insurance, and …
News
Newly Minted Millionaire! $1M Powerball Ticket Sold In New Jersey
Someone in New Jersey won $1 million in the Saturday, Jan. 11 Powerball drawing. The winning numbers drawn Saturday night were 3, 6, 23, 37, and 65. The red Power Ball was 4 and the Power Play was 3X. The ticket matched all five winning numbers. Lottery officials will announce where the ticket was purchased this week.
News
These 15 Atlantic County PDs Wasted $1M On 'Street Cop' Training, Comptroller Says
A new report by New Jersey's Office of the State Comptroller (OSC) reveals that 377 New Jersey police departments and law enforcement agencies collectively spent over $1 million in public funds on training hosted by Street Cop Training, a company previously criticized for teaching discriminatory and likely unconstitutional tactics. The findings, published in a supplemental report by the OSC, follow its December 2023 Police Accountability Project report, which exposed troubling content from Street Cop Training’s 2021 conference. Nearly 1,000 officers, including many from New Jersey, attended …
Sports
This NJ Softball Star Is Skipping Senior Season To Play For Top Team In NCAA
Sophia Bordi isn’t just pitching dreams—she’s throwing heat. Sooner Nation, help us welcome Sophia Bordi to Norman!The two-time New Jersey Gatorade Player of the Year reclassifies and joins OU ahead of the 2025 campaign! pic.twitter.com/CqiB2FHHwS — Oklahoma Softball (@OU_Softball) January 9, 2025 The Haddon Heights High School softball standout has re-classified and is skipping her senior season to suit up for four-time reigning college softball champs, the Oklahoma Sooners. Bordi had committed to the collegiate team in 2024. A two-time Gatorade New Jersey Player of the Year, Bo…
Police & Fire
Man Missing In Delaware River At PA/NJ State Line: Police
Authorities are searching for a man who was seen in the Delaware River near the Pennsylvania/New Jersey state line, Philadelphia police announced Friday, Jan. 10. A witness reported seeing a Black or Hispanic man, believed to be in his late 20s to early 30s, in the water at Princeton Avenue and State Road in Philadelphia's 15th District at approximately 4:47 p.m., police said. The Philadelphia Police Marine Unit and Fire Department are actively searching the area for the individual. This is a developing story, and additional details were not immediately available.
Police & Fire
Trail Of Terror: Prison For NJ Man In Ocean, Burlington County Crime Spree
A New Jersey man who left a trail of terror across county lines in a crime spree involving attempted kidnapping, sexual assault, and high-speed police chases has been sentenced to over a decade in state prison, officials announced. Quamel Benton, 36, of Farmingdale (Monmouth County) was sentenced on Jan. 10, to seven years in New Jersey State Prison for attempted kidnapping by Superior Court Judge Kenneth T. Palmer, Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer. The sentence requires Benton to serve at least 85% of his term under the No Early Release Act. He also received additional se…
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