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 police and social workers team up to tackle homelessness, addiction, mental health issues
Camden police and social workers have teamed up to address homelessness, addiction, and mental health issues.
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'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.
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.
Violent crime in Camden has dropped to its lowest level in more than 50 years: police
Police in one of New Jersey's most troubled cities say violent and non-violent crimes have hit their lowest levels in more than 50 years.
NJ unveils Water Safety Strategy program to help reduce drownings
New Jersey is now the third state to develop a statewide water safety strategy to prevent drownings, following California and Hawaii.
Federal spending cuts threaten vital anti-violence program in Camden
Camden’s leadership and supporters of a community group say a cut in federal funding has threatened an anti-violence program credited with lowering crime.
Camden schools forced to make deep cuts to close budget deficit: what it means for you
Camden public schools will impose deep cuts to close a multi-million-dollar budget deficit. Those losing their jobs will include teachers.
