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Cops: Delaware woman finds drunk student sleeping in her bed

Man enters wrong house to snooze, police say

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Fifth-grader in Newark, New Jersey, mistaken for robbery suspect

One 10-year-old boy is shown crying in a Facebook video after Newark police allegedly chased him with guns drawn after they mistook him as a suspect in an armed robbery.

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Almost every person at giant UDel party arrested for underage drinking

Authorities say they arrested nearly every attendee at a college party that got out of control near the University of Delaware campus Saturday night.

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WWE SmackDown: More Survivor Series qualifiers, TLC main event set

With both main rosters building towards Survivor Series, SmackDown took the extra step on Tuesday night and began building towards their next brand-only pay-per-view in December. They also had a few...

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WATCH: N.J. Catholic bishop attacked by man while celebrating Mass

Video footage meant to record a sacred celebration instead is being used as police evidence and is circulating online as it shows a man attacking a Catholic bishop during a Mass at the Cathedral...

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Video: Here's what it looks like when you win $2 million

In your dreams, you may have imagined that you won a lot of money, or lost it in a nightmare. Maybe even in reality, for either possibility.

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Study: Being bullied early on can lead to depression, substance abuse

“Peer victimization really matters, and we need to take it seriously — this echoes the messages educators already have been receiving,” said Valerie Earnshaw, a social psychologist and assistant...

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SEPTA updates come with a few new perks for Delaware riders

Though trying to ride SEPTA while the system is in the midst of upgrades can be one of the more trying experiences of the human predicament, the latest updates to the Wilmington/Newark line prove there...

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Source: Amazon could have interest in buying South Jersey airport

Four locations, including Camden, have passed through an initial vetting by the New Jersey Economic Development Authority for a package of financial incentives aimed at bringing Amazon's HQ2 to New...

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FBI warns of phone scam targeting Philadelphia region

The FBI and other federal authorities are warning  of a phone scam designed to fleece unsuspecting residents in the Philadelphia region.

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Philly travelers could soon fly to Europe for as low as $99

European budget airline Primera Air is set to offer one-way flights from Newark to Europe for as low as $99.

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Cory Booker faces death threat, increased security around family home

Cory Booker and his family received death threats Saturday, CBS New York reported, prompting Newark police to up security measures for the New Jersey senator.

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With approval of bill, New Jersey could offer Amazon $3 billion in tax breaks

A bill currently working its way through New Jersey legislature is promising a $3 billion tax break to Amazon if the online retail giant brings at least 30,000 jobs to the state.

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'The Sopranos' creator is planning a prequel set in Newark

David Chase plans to expand on "The Sopranos" in a movie prequel set in Newark around the time of the race riots there, according to a report.

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Celebrate Philly's greatest win with a trip to see the Birds play in London

Round-trip airfare, hotel accommodations, meals, sightseeing tours and game-day tickets are all included.

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Freight train derailment leads to delayed service for SEPTA, Amtrak riders

An 88-car freight train traveling under an I-95 overpass in Delaware County derailed late Wednesday night, leading to delays and service suspension of Amtrak and SEPTA trains.

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WWE Backlash: Daniel Bryan’s singles return on PPV can’t save an otherwise...

The Prudential Center in Newark, N.J. was the site for the first WWE pay-per-view after their Superstar Shake-Up, which took place a week after WrestleMania, and it should be noted the card was pretty...

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SEPTA says expect weeks of delays on Regional Rail Line following derailment

Passengers of the Newark/Wilmington SEPTA Regional Rail Line should prepare themselves for weeks of delays after a freight train derailed on the route last week.

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Former air marshal allegedly threatened coworkers, wanted info on explosives

The U.S. Attorney's Office released an indictment Monday charging Julian Terrell Turk, 47, of Levittown, with interstate communication of threats. Turk allegedly reached out to a retired Navy SEAL...

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Shaq is partnering to build, move into $150M apartment complex in New Jersey

Shaquille O'Neal, former NBA star, will make room for himself in the penthouse of the $150 million, 33-story residential complex in Newark, New Jersey, that he is a partner in developing.

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Bus crashes into overpass at major New Jersey Transit station stop

Dozens of passengers were injured late Sunday when a tour bus collided with an overpass beside Newark Penn Station.

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Skipping town this Labor Day? Prep for delays if you're flying out of PHL,...

With Labor Day Weekend kicking off in just a few days, airports across the country will be flooded with people on what is one of the busier travel times of the year. For travelers headed to and from...

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Officials warn of potential measles exposure at Newark airport

The New Jersey Department of Health issued an advisory, warning anyone who was at the airport on September 28 between 5:30 and 10:30 a.m. to contact a health provider if they think they were exposed to...

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New Jersey murder suspect added to FBI’s Ten Most Wanted list

The FBI announced Thursday a man wanted for murder in Newark, New Jersey, has been added to the FBI’s “Ten Most Wanted Fugitives” list.

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Amazon reportedly focusing on big cities for HQ2

Amazon reportedly focusing on big cities for HQ2

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New Jersey Sen. Cory Booker officially joins the 2020 presidential race

New Jersey Sen. Cory Booker officially joined 2020 U.S. presidential election race, on Friday morning, calling for unity in a message to supporters.

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Viral video shows man releasing rat inside New Jersey McDonald's

The Facebook video of a man releasing a white rat in a crowded McDonald's is reminiscent of a case in Upper Darby, Delaware County, dubbed "terrorism by mice."

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Traveling is cheaper this Valentine's Day with 2-for-1 deals on Amtrak, Emirates

Amtrak and Emirates are making it cheaper to travel with a plus one this Valentine's Day with 2-for-1 deals going on now through the weekend.

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Vatican defrocks former New Jersey archbishop over sex abuse

The Vatican defrocked former Newark Archbishop Theodore McCarrick after officials found him guilty of sex abuse throughout his career.

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Delaware police looking for Philly woman in nine-state Nordstrom theft ring

Delaware State Police announced Friday they are attempting to locate a Philadelphia woman in connection with a cross-country organized retail theft ring.

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St. Joe's professor lauds Newark, Pittsburgh as homes of exceptional European...

According to a St. Joseph's University food specialist, Newark and Pittsburgh are hubs for two European food specialities. 

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'Sopranos' prequel to feature Philly's Leslie Odom Jr.

The cast of "The Sopranos" prequel – "The Many Saints of Newark" – will include Philadelphia native and Hamilton star Leslie Odom Jr.

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Two area Marines killed in roadside bombing in Afghanistan

Two U.S. Marines from the region were killed last month in a roadside bombing in Afghanistan, military officials revealed Wednesday.

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Southwest Airlines pulling out of Newark airport

Southwest Airlines announced it would cease operations at Newark Liberty International Airport in New Jersey due to the dozens of flights canceled daily because of the Boeing 737 Max grounding.

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Human remains, altar found in home of alleged child sex offender in New Jersey

A Newark man accused of sexually assaulting a 13-year-old girl was also keeping mummified human remains and an altar inside his home, Essex County police said.

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Frontier Airlines to enter Newark Liberty International with $15 introductory...

Budget carrier Frontier Airlines will debut at Newark Liberty International Airport with 15 new non-stop flights, filling the void left by the looming departure of Southwest Airlines. Introductory...

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Former corrections officer smuggled fentanyl, marijuana into New Jersey...

A former New Jersey corrections officer admitted to bringing drugs to a state prison inmate whose girlfriend was paying the officer on the outside. 

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How DNA from an ancestry website led to the arrest of a Pennsylvania rape...

A genetic genealogy profile created by DNA evidence and genealogical information led to the indictment of Jeffrey King, of Coatesville, Chester County, for the 1993 rape of a 22-year-old woman in...

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Halle Berry 'slightly injured' on set of MMA film 'Bruised', which is filming...

Halle Berry is making her directorial debut with her upcoming movie, "Bruised", and she perhaps took the film's title a little too seriously.

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Delaware neo-Nazi cell allegedly planned violent attack at Richmond...

Three men linked to The Base, a violent white nationalist group, were charged after FBI agents found evidence of a plot to create chaos at a pro-gun rally in Richmond, Virginia on Jan. 20.

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Oprah Winfrey donates $5 million to New Jersey-based after-school program

Oprah Winfrey is donating $5 million to Pathways to College, a New Jersey-based nonprofit that provides after-school programs to students seeking to attend college. Oprah's foundation also will match...

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Flight to New Jersey diverted over complaints about coughing, sneezing passenger

A disruption on a United Airlines flight from Colorado to New Jersey caused officials to make an unscheduled stop in Denver. Passengers aboard the flight became unruly over the presence of another...

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Missing Delaware teen Madison Sparrow found dead, police say

Madison Sparrow, a 17-year-old girl who went missing from Newark, Delaware, was found dead on Oct. 5. Delaware State Police are investigating the circumstances that led to the girl's death.

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Ex-boyfriend charged in death of Delaware teen Madison Sparrow

Noah Sharp, 19, has been charged with first-degree murder and related offenses in the death of 17-year-old Madison Sparrow in Newark, Delaware. Sparrow went missing on Oct. 2 and her body was later...

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Classmate charged in alleged conspiracy to kill Delaware teen Madison Sparrow

Delaware prosecutors charged 17-year-old Annika Stalczynski with first degree murder and conspiracy in the death of Madison Sparrow, the Newark girl whose body was found in the woods in early October....

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First trailer drops for 'Soprano's' prequel, 'The Many Saints of Newark'

Warner Bros. released the first trailer Tuesday for "The Many Saints of Newark," the much-anticipated "Sopranos" prequel film that will premiere Oct. 1 in theaters and on HBO Max. The crime-drama film...

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David Chase sheds light on Leslie Odom Jr.'s role in 'The Many Saints of Newark'

"The Sopranos" creator David Chase appeared Tuesday night on "Jimmy Kimmel Live" to talk about the highly-anticipated debut of the prequel film "The Many Saints of Newark" on Oct. 1. Although he didn't...

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Springsteen memorabilia to be featured in traveling Grammy museum in North...

Some of Bruce Springsteen's most iconic artifacts will go on display at a traveling Grammy Museum this fall. The first stop is Newark, New Jersey.

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Delaware man arrested after driving vehicle into ocean

A Delaware man was arrested and charged with driving under the influence (DUI) and additional traffic violations after driving his vehicle into the ocean around 7:20 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 8. The...

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N.J. expands AP African American Studies to 26 high schools in response to...

New Jersey is expanding its AP African American Studies courses from one school to 26 across the state in the next academic year. This decision was made as the College Board's course is growing...

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