Newark's spending raised red flags. The audit uncovered overpayment for state aid, unused gym memberships, and a historic school project that missed its deadline.
A former Bedminster financial planner has pleaded guilty to wire fraud after admitting he ran a Ponzi-like scheme that took more than $11 million from at least 65 investors. Victims suffered losses exceeding $9.7 million.
A Washington Township man faces aggravated assault and terroristic threats charges following an alleged road rage confrontation involving a bicyclist and a Tesla driver. Police say a knife was involved and a pocketknife was recovered.