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An 18-year-old driver in Woodbridge, New Jersey, crashed his car during a high-speed chase after being pulled over on Route 1, killing a juvenile passenger and a dog inside. Though police weren’t in direct contact with his vehicle at impact, investigators are now focusing on Salman’s actions leading up to the crash. The teen suffered serious injuries, while the passenger died shortly after midnigh...

Hoboken is deploying robotic scanners called Daxbots next week to map sidewalks, curb ramps, and crosswalk buttons—aiming to boost accessibility for all residents. Part of the city’s ADA Accessibility Plan and Vision Zero strategy, the robots will collect data for a month starting July 13th, while residents can share their own experiences via a public survey until July 23rd. Designed to move safel...

An NYPD inspector accused of attempted rape, sexual abuse, and unlawful imprisonment has been indicted after allegedly assaulting a subordinate and making disturbing remarks about biracial children. The case, spurred by the victim’s refusal to be ignored, highlights abuse of power and potential retaliation. Meanwhile, three former female officers filed a lawsuit alleging a toxic, racially discrimi...

New Jersey Devils players and draft picks rolled into Newark Beth Israel Medical Center to brighten kids’ days—hands-on smoothie-making and heartfelt moments, including a five-year-old cancer patient ringing the bell to mark the end of his final treatment. It’s not just about the game; it’s about community, compassion, and the real heroes who show up for the little ones. Listen in comfort: Get a d...

Ceasefire between U.S. and Iran shattered in under three weeks as Trump confirms talks continue but truce is over—after fresh clashes disrupt fragile peace. Qatar-led mediation pushes to de-escalate, but Strait of Hormuz shipping plummets as global trade chokes under regional chaos. Iran vows retaliation against Israel if attacked; U.S. strikes hit Iranian military sites, with unclaimed airstrikes...

A retired Haddonfield cop, Louis Baselice, 67, is facing serious charges—including sexual assault and endangering a child—in Burlington County. Arrested Tuesday and jailed, he awaits a grand jury decision. The case emerged after people close to the victim came forward; investigators found he bought her gifts like a scooter and phone, even giving her his credit card. Authorities are withholding det...

Former Newark code enforcement officer Sonia Rogers just pleaded guilty to bribery after she extorted a store by threatening to shut it down—then accepted merchandise instead of cash to let it reopen illegally. Her actions, which violated basic legal procedures and exploited her authority, led to her arrest, indictment, and now a permanent ban from public employment in New Jersey. Sentencing is se...

A fatal crash on Route 18 southbound in Marlboro early Sunday morning claimed the life of the lone driver of a black Acura MDX that veered off the road and slammed into a tree. The scene prompted a five-hour shutdown of the highway, reopening by 5:30 a.m. Authorities are withholding the driver’s name pending official confirmation from the Middlesex County Medical Examiner’s Office, while the cause...

Forty-six people on New York’s Upper East Side are sick with Legionnaires’ disease — 22 hospitalized — linked to cooling towers on specific buildings. The city is aggressively cleaning and disinfecting towers, and while the disease is serious and deadly, it’s not spread through water or person-to-person. Just be aware if you’re in the affected zones. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pil...

Scammers are impersonating Morris County sheriff’s officers nationwide, calling victims with fake warrants and threatening arrest unless they pay cash over the phone—using tech to make calls look legit. Real law enforcement will never demand payment over the phone; any such call should trigger immediate suspicion. Never share personal or financial info, don’t wire money, and always report suspicio...

Floodwaters in Hazlet are turning into a family nightmare—especially for the Mandolas, who had to evacuate their four young kids as water surged into their home. Year after year, Mike Mandola battles recurring flooding he blames on poor drainage and nearby development, including a commercial plaza diverting runoff onto his property. He’s been pushing the township for help, only to be told it’s a s...

East Brunswick braced for chaos as severe storms unleashed flash floods Thursday, forcing police into a high-stakes rescue: two people trapped in a submerged car, windows jammed, power out. Officers waded through knee-deep water, calmed the panicked driver, and pulled both out onto a high-water rescue truck—just one of many calls flooding in across town. A chilling reminder: nature’s fury moves fa...

FBI’s Operation Summer Heat 2.0 just made a major arrest: Joseph Sawyer, linked to two armed bank heists—one in Boonton, New Jersey, and another in Nashua, New Hampshire—is now in custody. Law enforcement agencies, including the FBI, Morris County Sheriff’s Department, and Boonton Police, teamed up to bring him in. The investigation continues, but this arrest marks a huge win in the fight against...

Armed robbery in Newark turns deadly: Two masked suspects stormed a Hawthorne Avenue grocery store, brandishing a gun and targeting the cash register. After grabbing cash and merchandise, they fled — but the husband of an employee confronted them, leading to a struggle and a fatal shooting. The victim is hospitalized. Police have detailed descriptions of both suspects and are urgently seeking publ...

Tom Perrotta’s new novel “Ghost Town” is a haunting, nostalgic coming-of-age tale set in 1970s New Jersey, following a thirteen-year-old boy named Jimmy as he grapples with grief, loneliness, and the messy realities of growing up after his mother’s death. Drawing from his own suburban upbringing, Perrotta captures the era’s music, hangouts, and pre-internet vibe—with late-night drives, Deep Purple...

New Jersey is in the grips of a deadly heat crisis, with temperatures hitting 108 degrees and 29 heat-related deaths in just five days — a shocking spike from last summer’s six. Many victims were unhoused or trapped in cars, exposing deep vulnerabilities. ERs saw a record 132 heat illness cases in one day. The crisis affects all ages, not just the elderly, as people died in homes without AC or on...

Jazz Chisholm’s fiery pre-game speech reignited the Yankees’ fading offense, sparking a 12-run demolition of the Rays — their first game over five runs in 22 games. All nine starters hit, turning around a slump fueled by strikeouts and frustration. Chisholm, despite his own rough season, channeled passion into a team-wide awakening. GM Brian Cashman backed manager Aaron Boone and hitting coach Jam...

Six states this year rolled out new laws to crack down on chronic student absenteeism, using everything from parental notifications and fines to dedicated attendance officers — but results are mixed, with some seeing declines and others still struggling to recover from pandemic-era losses. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: adv...

Gun rights groups are launching a fierce legal challenge against New Jersey’s controversial public gun ban, arguing it’s unconstitutional after recent Supreme Court rulings in Hawaii and Texas. They claim the high court has clearly ruled that you can’t disarm people in public spaces like stores — or based on substance use — and that New Jersey’s 2022 law, which assumes alcohol users are inherently...

Deep in the crushing darkness of the Mariana Trench, scientists have uncovered a new species of fish — the Mariana snailfish — thriving at depths over 8,000 meters where pressure is extreme and temperatures near freezing. With a gelatinous, scaleless body, this bizarre creature defies old assumptions about life’s limits, sparking excitement among researchers. Its discovery reveals a hidden world o...

Former CFO of The Epoch Times pleads guilty to conspiracy in a $67 million fraud scheme involving illegal unemployment funds, cryptocurrency, and stolen identities — admitting his “tremendous lapse in judgment” and avoiding harsher penalties by accepting a deal that could land him up to ten years. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on...

Newark police urgently seek witnesses after a brutal 4 AM robbery and shooting on Empire Street—eight shell casings found, victim jumped and robbed but miraculously unharmed when assailants opened fire; one stole his key fob, another pulled a gun, but the victim dodged bullets; authorities need your info to catch these suspects. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow...

Lightning struck a home in Old Bridge, sending a deafening crack through the attic and sparking a fire—thanks to swift action by firefighters, everyone, including the dogs, escaped unharmed. Sadly, the birds couldn’t be saved, and heavy rain made rescue efforts tougher. This wild weather event serves as a sobering reminder: nature’s power is relentless, and being prepared is your best defense when...

A new study reveals ocean plastic waste is far worse than thought—millions of tons are piling up faster than predicted, breaking down into toxic microplastics that infiltrate the food chain and threaten ecosystems and human health. Scientists pinpoint major rivers as key pollution sources, urging global action through systemic change, stricter regulations, and targeted cleanup efforts to reverse t...

A new study reveals ocean plastic waste is far worse than thought—millions of tons are piling up faster than predicted, breaking down into toxic microplastics that infiltrate the food chain and threaten ecosystems and human health. Scientists pinpoint major rivers as key pollution sources, urging global action through systemic change, stricter regulations, and targeted cleanup efforts to reverse t...