Santa actor, retired New Jersey teacher in child exploitation investigation released from prison

Mark Paulino, 64, a former Hamilton Township teacher, known for his Santa impersonation, was released from prison Friday on his own recognizance as he faces charges related to child sexual abuse materials.

Bomb threat made against Ewing High School on Election Day deemed unfounded

A bomb threat made against a New Jersey high school being used as a polling location for Election Day was deemed unfounded, according to investigators. 

Officer-involved shooting in East Windsor under investigation: police

The Mercer County Prosecutor’s Office is investigating an officer-involved shooting that occurred in East Windsor Tuesday afternoon.

Trenton police officer shot, expected to recover

A Trenton police officer is recovering after being shot on Saturday night, according to police.

41-year-old shot while driving in Trenton, hits police car and injures pedestrian

Police in Trenton are investigating an overnight shooting that left one man dead, resulting in injuries to four others, including two police officers.

Rash of burglaries in Mercer County have residents heightening security: what you need to know

Residents of Ewing Township, New Jersey, are being advised to remain vigilant following a spate of burglaries affecting six homes overnight. The incidents have prompted local police to issue warnings and security recommendations to prevent further occurrences.

Rising crime rate prompts Trenton officials to implement curfew

In response to escalating crime rates during late weekend hours, Trenton's mayor has enacted a curfew, mandating businesses to close earlier. This decision aims to address the increasing violence occurring in the city.

Trenton starts curfew due to rising crime
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Trenton?s mayor feels he has no other choice but to kick in a curfew, closing businesses earlier because crime has been happening later.

Trenton officials move to hold businesses responsible for 'Club City Hall' issues
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City leaders in Trenton are taking measures to curb large, late-night gatherings outside City Hall that have escalated into disturbances including street fights and assaults on officers.

1 dead, 3 injured in Trenton shooting: police

One person is dead and three others – including a 16-year-old girl – are injured after a drive-by shooting in New Jersey's capital city.

Man shoots girlfriend, 10-year-old daughter in Hamilton murder-suicide: prosecutors

Investigators in Mercer County believe a man shot and killed his girlfriend and her 10-year-old daughter before turning the gun on himself early Thursday morning.

Honduran man wanted for deadly shooting inside Trenton rowhome

A Honduran man is being sought in Trenton for his alleged role in a fatal shooting that unfolded inside a rowhome last March.

Home uninhabitable after teen crashes into it with vehicle
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A 16-year-old Trenton boy crashed into a home in Bucks County while trying to flee police, causing "catastrophic" damage to the home.

3 juveniles ejected from stolen car in Cumberland County after driver loses control

Police in Cumberland County say three juveniles in a stolen car were seriously injured after they were ejected from the vehicle when the young driver lost control.

Mother, daughter shot and killed; woman sought in connection with deadly stabbing
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A mother and daughter were found shot and killed in Trenton; Philly police are searching for a woman in connection with the deadly stabbing of a woman found in a futon.