Immigration detentions decline in N.J. despite nationwide raids
Numbers obtained from the N.J. office of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement show no difference in apprehensions and detentions of undocumented immigrants in the month of Jan, when raids were...
View ArticleVirtual tour: Essex County towns by average home value
Average home values vary by almost $1 million depending on which Essex town you are in. ESSEX COUNTY -- If you're looking to buy a home in Essex County, your budget will definitely depend on where you...
View ArticleFoul play not a factor in prominent Irvington pastor's death, authorities...
An exact cause of death for Rev. Ron Christian, who was found dead in his parish Oct. 30, has not been released NEWARK - Foul play was not a factor in the unexpected death of prominent Irvington...
View ArticleOpera Theatre of Montclair brings avant-garde Mozart to the suburbs
Male characters sing to toy dolls and everyone seems to wind up under the covers of a young girl's bed. Who knew suburban New Jersey was such a hotbed of avant-garde, European-style opera dramaturgy?...
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Man armed with 3-foot metal bar robs N.J. Krauszers
Police are searching for the convenience store robber. Suspect via a surveillance photo. (Courtesy Montclair Police) MONTCLAIR -- Police are looking for a man who they say stole money from a...
View ArticleHalf of Newark high schoolers are 'chronically absent' - here's what's being...
Superintendent Chris Cerf announced the formation of a new committee aimed at reducing the alarming truancy rates NEWARK - A recent study that found nearly half of all city high school students miss...
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Menendez: Obama 'has every right' to name Supreme Court candidate (VIDEO)
U.S. Senator Robert Menendez (D-N.J.) made the statements during a speech for a Black History Month event. Watch video Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia died Feb. 13, 2016. U.S. Sen. Robert...
View ArticleAccused 'nanny-cam' attacker fights to keep bloody clothes out of trial
Shawn Custis, 45, of Newark, is facing attempted murder and related charges in connection with the 2013 home invasion attack Watch video NEWARK — At his upcoming trial on charges of beating a Millburn...
View ArticleBench-clearing fan brawl at HS girls basketball game sends at least 6 players...
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Feds to seek longer prison terms for alleged Crips kingpin, members
Under federal law, prosecutors can seek "enhanced" penalties for those with prior convictions on their records. Watch video Corey Hamlet (Essex County Correctional Facility) NEWARK -- The alleged...
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The 7 best things to do in N.J. this weekend
Polar Bear Plunges in Seaside Heights, DeNiro directing, country in Central Jersey, and a home improvement showcase headline this weekend in NJ. NXT SUPERSTARS FIN BALOR AND BAYLEY AT IPLAY AMERICA...
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Newark council upset over attempt to oust top economic official
Sources say the city's administration has been jockeying to oust two top Newark Economic Development Corp. officials NEWARK — A surreptitious effort to oust the head of one of Newark's top economic...
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Former N.J. high school basketball standout arrested in shooting
Keywon Savage, a standout guard at Newark Central High School, was arrested Monday. Keywon Savage (Courtesy of the Newark Police Department) NEWARK -- A onetime Newark high school basketball standout...
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Glimpse of History: Lining up for work in Newark
Few skills beyond being able to wield a pick or a shovel were required for many WPA jobs. NEWARK -- In this photo taken on April 3, 1935, job hunters line up outside Newark City Hall. The Library of...
View ArticleEx-student athlete sues 'bully' coaches, school district
Graduate says the Columbia High School baseball program is riddled with instances of bullying and retaliation. MAPLEWOOD -- When a group of parents brought their complaints about what they claimed was...
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Mother's murder case reveals how 8-year-old girl spent final days
Krisla Rezireksyon Kris said she provided "tender loving care" to her daughter in the days before the child was found dead NEWARK -- In the days before her 8-year-old daughter, Christiana Glenn, was...
View ArticleWhat is 'sprint' football, and why has a second N.J. college signed on to play?
The sport has the same rules as football, but all of its players are under 172 pounds. CALDWELL -- A second college in New Jersey has added "sprint football" to its varsity lineup. The sport has all...
View ArticleHundreds say tearful goodbye to Port Authority officer
Funeral services were held Thursday morning for Elise Bastardo, the 24-year-old Port Authority police officer who died on Feb. 12 after being injured in a crash. Watch video MANASQUAN - Hundreds of...
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Fugitive wanted on attempted murder charges arrested in Newark
Martina Jenkins is wanted by South Carolina authorities on attempted murder charges. Martina Jenkins (Essex County Corrections) NEWARK -- A woman wanted on attempted murder charges in South Carolina...
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Delaware man arrested in Newark drug bust
Michael Williams, of Middletown, Delaware was arrested Wednesday on multiple drug-related charges, officials said. Michael Williams (Essex County Corrections) NEWARK -- Investigators with the Essex...
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