Before becoming a digital reporter and fill-in news anchor for New Jersey 101.5, my NJ journalism roots began as faux interviews on a Fisher Price tape recorder. Relatives might say my "gift of gab" grew from there, leading me to radio and beyond. As a wife and momma, I firmly believe that life’s too short to drink bad coffee. I'm also a fan of the beach and karma.
Erin Vogt
NJ town stunned by 11-year-old girl’s suicide inside school
The Mt. Holly girl was found unresponsive by another Holbein middle school student on Feb. 6 and was pronounced dead at CHOP on Feb. 8. Law enforcement determined no foul play, while the district has not publicly spoken about the details.
NJ man killed in Hudson Valley crash with stolen SUV driven by 14-year-old
Keich, a Fords resident and Army veteran, was driving in Rhinebeck early Tuesday when his van was hit by a Toyota 4Runner that had been stolen, police said.
NJ man gets 20 years for Carteret attempted rape, assault in home
Kevin Bethea was sentenced in Middlesex County Superior Court to an extended term in prison without parole, stemming from the 2016 attack on a woman in a Carteret home.
Thousands affected: Biggest NJ company layoff notices since last year
The Union-based company has announced a new round of warehouse and corporate jobs cut in New Jersey — from Peloton to Novartis to Misfits Market, here's other big layoff news in NJ.
NJ mom criminally charged after 2-year-old boy’s overdose death
Quanique Smith was first arrested after the 2-year-old boy’s death on Jan. 5. Now, she is indicted on charges including aggravated manslaughter.
NJ school board member accused of running anti-trans Twitter account
Hunterdon Central Regional School board is looking into evidence linking member Rebecca Petersen to a now-deleted Twitter account, with "transphobic and other distressing content."
Maplewood, NJ bridal shop owner arrested, accused of ripping off customers
Maplewood Bridal is now closed for good — its owner, Nidelka Mayers, is facing theft charges amid complaints going back to August 2022.
Seen him? Police seek NJ fake contractor accused of stealing $250K from homeowners
Olcay "OJ" Darkanat, was indicted on theft charges, but police had not yet arrested him. Using Narrowing Construction and Eagle Eye Home Remodeling, he ripped off residents in at least three counties.
NJ mom’s free-speech lawsuit says military, local officials villainized her over LGBT criticism
Angela Reading shared a photo of a student's handmade poster, which had gay pride messaging and words, calling it "perverse." After public backlash, Reading says she has been made to be a villain.
NJ teen charged with kidnapping, sex assault near Rutgers campus
A female reported being raped while at an Easton Avenue house party in New Brunswick on February 19.