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April 14, 2023

New Jersey casino, sports betting revenue sees 15% spike in past year

New Jersey's casinos, horse tracks, and gambling websites have reported $487 million in March revenue, a 15% jump from the same time last year.

April 14, 2023

New Jersey environmental agency charges itself for damaging endangered species' habitat

New Jersey's Department of Environmental Protection has charged itself for accidentally destroying the habitat of two threatened and endangered bird species.

April 13, 2023

New Jersey college student 'viciously assaulted' at knifepoint in her dorm room: police

A student at Fairleigh Dickinson University was "viciously assaulted" in a domestic violence incident when she returned to her dorm on Sunday evening, police said.

April 13, 2023

Dozens of dead dogs, cats found in pick-up truck parked at New Jersey strip mall, dozens more rescued

New Jersey authorities rescue 38 dogs, eight cats, and found more than 40 deceased animals inside a pick-up truck parked at a strip mall over the weekend.

April 13, 2023

Wildfire in New Jersey's Pine Barrens fully contained

A wildfire in southern New Jersey's Pine Barrens that burned through roughly six square miles of the area has been contained, according to authorities.

April 13, 2023

New Jersey shore town offers boardwalk in shape of the cross despite criticism: 'Can't hide our faith'

Ocean Grove, New Jersey, has rebuilt its Hurricane Sandy-torn pier into the shape of a cross. Association president Michael Badger and Pastor Chris Durkin shared the values it represents.

April 13, 2023

Pennsylvania mom fatally strangles son, drives car into ocean: police

A woman is alleged to have fatally strangled her 11-year-old son at their Pennsylvania home before driving her family's vehicle into the ocean in Cape May, New Jersey.

April 12, 2023

2 New Jersey police chiefs brought up on misconduct charges

Manville, New Jersey police Chief Thomas Herbst is accused of sexual assault, while ex-Howell Chief Andrew Kudrick reportedly had an inappropriate relationship with a subordinate.

April 12, 2023

Florida to execute 'ninja killer' Louis Gaskin for 1989 double homicide

Florida is set to make "ninja killer" Louis Gaskin's execution its hundredth since the death penalty's reinstatement. Gaskin killed a couple at their Flagler Beach winter home in 1989.

April 12, 2023

New Jersey wildfire grows to 2,500 acres, threatening structures and forcing evacuations

A New Jersey wildfire spread to 2,500 acres since Tuesday. The blaze forced evacuations around Manchester Township and closed roadways. It is 10% contained.