Dan Alexander

Ever since he was a precocious 5 year old who read the Bergen Record and then published his own neighborhood newspaper, Dan Alexander has always had an interest in the news. Alexander says he learns something new on this job everyday and that's what keeps it interesting. Alexander has been with New Jersey 101.5 for the past 10 years on the digital team writing news and working behind the scenes on a variety of projects.

More NJ commuter trouble: Route 80 reopening delayed again

Two separate work crews have been working on Route 80 near Exit 34 in Wharton to fill the voids under the surface that could easily collapse and create more sinkholes.

For 1st time this year in NJ, whale found struggling on beach

The Marine Mammal Stranding Centers stranding team was called to an area ¼ mile north of the Ship Ahoy Beach Club in Sea Bright on Wednesday where a long-finned pilot whale lying on its side struggling in the surf.

NJ Transit engineers call a strike, causing Friday chaos for 350,000 commuters

A late-night press conference revealed tensions between NJ Transit and its engineers, leaving rail riders looking for an alternative way to work.

Fiery crash kills 4, including NJ teacher who was compared to ‘Kindergarten Cop’

The sudden passing of 'Coach V' has sent shockwaves through Bergenfield school, where he was more than just a coach, he was a mentor.

Police warn of lingering threats from canceled Wildwood party

Wildwood's gearing up for a busy weekend, but not everyone’s invited—some party plans got the boot from local police.

Will NJ Transit engineers go on strike tomorrow? What we know

As negotiations heat up, both sides are feeling optimistic. Here’s a look at how this could affect your commute come Friday morning.

Dive teams race to find missing worker lost in dangerous NJ creek water

A man working on a residential property lost his footing on an embankment, fell into the creek and was did not resurface, according to Gloucester County Emergency Management.

TikTok Chomebook Challenge brings fire, health hazards

A new trend among students is sparking concern, and not in a good way. Let's talk about the risks behind this TikTok craze.

NJ dad charged after 6-month-old found crying in sweltering parked vehicle

A warm Mother's Day took a turn in Rochelle Park when a 6-month-old was found alone in a parked SUV, raising serious concerns.

NJ man who killed woman and blew up house left haunting final email and cash for his dog

A tragic fire in Washington Township has led to two deaths, now classified as a murder-suicide. Authorities continue their investigation into the incident.