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Tenants in terror saved from violent NJ drug gang, officials say
Two dozen people have been arrested in connection with a drug gang that terrorized hundreds of tenants at public housing buildings in Newark, feds say.

NJ man accused of starting brawl on flight to Florida
With shouts echoing and chaos unfolding, a simple flight turned into an unforgettable clash. You’ll want to hear the details of this one.

'Vigilante justice' involving Lexus leads to murder conviction
A deadly pursuit and a young life lost—this Newark story unfolds with layers of complexity and raises a crucial conversation about justice.

This NJ city has the second-cleanest bathrooms in the nation
First of all, isn’t a public bathroom only as clean as how the last slob used it? Or are we putting all our faith in the kind of person with nothing better to do than write online bathroom reviews?

Beethoven meets Beyoncé right here in New Jersey
Get ready for a concert experience that’s more than just notes and rhythms — it’s a musical journey that’ll blend the old with the new.

34 Newark HS grads land teaching jobs with $74K starting salary
More than 30 Newark high school graduates received offers to return as teachers to the school district thanks to a local program that wants to help make a difference.

McIver's courtroom drama heats up in Newark
U.S. Rep. LaMonica McIver pleaded not guilty Wednesday to federal charges accusing her of assaulting and interfering with immigration officers outside a Newark detention center during a congressional oversight visit at the facility.

NJ man urges pit bulls to kill cat, hawk in sick vids-NJ Top News
Here are the top 5 news stories on NJ 101.5 for Wednesday, June 18, 2025

Drug suspect posts sick videos of pit bulls killing cat, hawk
Ibn Lloyd faces serious charges for drug production and animal cruelty in Newark, with investigations revealing shocking social media content.

FBI increases reward for arrest of last Delaney Hall escapee
The FBI announced Tuesday morning Franklin Norberto Bautista-Reyes was in custody but did not disclose details about his arrest.