Out-of-town man busted in Trenton mayhem after Floyd protest
The FBI has charged a South Plainfield man with trying to set a Trenton police vehicle on fire during unrest that unfolded Sunday evening after a demonstration against police violence.
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NJ police reforms move ahead following George Floyd protests
State Attorney General Gurbir Grewal says a sweeping set of reforms launched months ago will strengthen bonds of trust between communities and their police departments.
No truth to online threat against houses with flags, NJ cops say
After a message went viral, state officials dismissed the rumor about "rioters targeting homes" with police, American or even Trump flags.
Reporter arrested in Asbury Park: Charges dropped, AG apologizes
The state attorney general has issued an apology and criminal charges were dropped against an Asbury Park Press reporter who was arrested after Monday night after a protest march.
Toms River, Ocean City prepare for George Floyd protest marches
Law enforcement officials say they are ready for whatever happens during the expected marches.
Curfews in several NJ towns, hopes of keeping protests peaceful
Asbury Park, Atlantic City and Trenton were among at least 6 communities with overnight curfews, as officials aimed to avoid chaos.
'Today is Atlantic City at it's worst' mayor says about looting
A city building used to prepare meals for seniors was also vandalized and food stolen, according to Mayor Marty Small.
Violence in Trenton & AC, but most NJ protests were peaceful
Sunday protests in Rahway and Long Branch remained peaceful with more protests and virtual vigils scheduled for this week.
'How dare you?' — Vandalism, looting, cop cars on fire in Trenton
After peaceful demonstrations, city officials condemned violent actions in downtown Trenton as night fell Sunday.
Child porn activity surges in New Jersey during the pandemic
State law enforcement officials say in-person meet-ups are down but predators are pushing harder for nude pictures, videos and other explicit abuse material
NJ restaurant apologizes for old sign after George Floyd killing
The death of a black man at the hands of police in Minnesota has prompted an apology from a restaurant in New Jersey.
NJ white supremacist threat level raised from moderate to high
NJ Homeland Security officials say these groups are blaming Jews and Asians for the COVID-19 pandemic and urging followers to launch attacks.