Camden firefighter dies after being trapped under ice on Delaware River: Officials

Camden is mourning the death of a longtime firefighter who died after falling through the ice at Wiggins Park Marina during a routine fire boat maintenance check, according to the Professional Fire Fighters Association of New Jersey (PFANJ). 

Respond Inc. abruptly closes all Camden daycare locations leaving staff, families frustrated

Former employees and families are voicing frustration after Respond Inc. Child Development abruptly closed all of its daycare centers in Camden, leaving many without jobs or childcare and little explanation.

Camden homicides hit lowest level since 1985 as violent crime continues to fall

Homicides and violent crime in Camden fell again in 2025, with city officials saying the latest numbers mark the safest year the city has seen in decades.

Jordan Davis joins Camden holiday gift giveaway for students
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Eagles' defensive tackle Jordan Davis spent his off-day helping Camden's mayor honor students in Camden with a gift giveaway at the Adventure Aquarium. 

29-year-old shot and killed in Camden on Saturday, police investigating

A 29-year-old man was shot and killed in the city of Camden on Saturday afternoon, and detectives are searching for any information leading to an arrest.

40-year-old man arrested, charged with murder in deadly Camden shooting

A man from Camden has been arrested in connection with a deadly shooting that took place Sunday night, according to Camden County officials.

Camden reports first homicide-free summer in 50 years

Not long ago, Camden was nationally recognized as one of the nation's most dangerous cities. Now, it's reporting its first homicide-free summer in 50 years.

Camden family charged in murder, cover-up of missing Gloucester County man

A Camden man, his wife, and their son are charged with the murder and gruesome cover-up of a Deptford man who was reported missing last June.

Nilsa Cruz Perez Library offering limited curbside service amid storm repairs

The Nilsa Cruz Perez Library, located on the campus of Rutgers in Camden, is now offering curbside service after sustaining damage from recent flooding.

Camden community member killed in hit-and-run; police investigating

Camden police are investigating a hit-and-run that killed 64-year-old Kenneth Blane Smith, a well-known member of the community.

Camden cracks down on illegal dumping with surveillance technology: what you need to know

Camden is taking a firm stand against illegal dumping, utilizing advanced surveillance technology and community engagement to tackle the issue. The city has implemented measures to identify and prosecute offenders, aiming to reduce the costly impact of this crime.

Camden using technology to crack down on illegal dumping
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Camden is taking a firm stand against illegal dumping, utilizing advanced surveillance technology and community engagement to tackle the issue.

Camden's 9th annual Peace Games brings young people together for free fun

The 9th annual Camden Peace Games at the Rutgers–Camden Athletic & Fitness Center brought young people together for a basketball tournament, live music and so much more fun.

Camden sees historic drop in violent crime due to community outreach

Violent crime in Camden has reached its lowest point in 50 years, and county officials credit community outreach programs, such as open gym nights, for this significant improvement.

Violent crime in Camden drops to historic lows thanks to community policing
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The city of Camden announced violent crime is decreasing at an historic rate with total crime at its lowest level in decades. Law enforcement says its work connecting with young people in the community is making a huge difference.

Man charged with murder in 2011 Camden cold case stabbing

Kenyar Hill, 46, was charged with first-degree murder in the stabbing death of 42-year-old Brian Holden in the Fall of 2011.