Westfield Storm Update: Areas Still Affected, Roads Closed, What You Should Know

Town officials say cleanup and restoration efforts are ongoing across Westfield following recent storm damage.

61-Year-Old Pedestrian Killed Crossing Route 22 In Union County, Police Say

The woman was struck by a vehicle while crossing the highway in Union on Friday evening, police said.

ICE Assault Case in Union County Against Roselle Man Dismissed In Federal Court

A federal judge in Newark dismissed the case after disputes over evidence and records narrowed what prosecutors could use.

850 Westfield Homes Still Without Power As Storm Cleanup Continues

Town officials say debris pickup begins Monday as crews continue clearing roads and restoring services.

Man Caught Masturbating In Public Again In Westfield, Police Say

A Westfield man was arrested at the public library after a reported incident inside the building.

Wrong-Way Crash Kills Woman, Injures Two In Union County, Police Say

One person was killed and two others were injured after a driver entered oncoming traffic on Morris Avenue in Union Township, police said.

Westfield Resident Tricked By Email, Loses 54K Airline Miles, Police Say

A message that appeared legitimate led to an unexpected loss, police said.

Police Involved Shooting Hospitalizes 2 In Union County, Authorities Say

An officer and another person were taken to hospitals after an incident on Roselle Street in Linden.

Identity Theft Reported In Westfield After Insurance Policy Opened In Resident’s Name, Police Say

The incident affected the resident’s credit score, according to authorities.

Westfield Police Asking For Help Reuniting Dogs With Owner

The two dogs were found Monday morning near Boulevard and West Grove Street, police said.

Toxic Chemicals Found In Vehicle During Stop In Westfield, Police Say

Police arrested a Newark man after a suspicious vehicle stop led to the discovery of toxic chemicals.

Fatal Head-On Car Crash Leads To Charges For Union County Man

Prosecutors say the April crash in Elizabeth claimed the life of a 51-year-old driver.

Cheese Sold In NJ Recalled Amid Listeria Concerns, FDA Says

A Maryland-based cheese company has recalled all of its products amid a Listeria concern linked to eight hospitalizations and one death.

Customer Reports Cash Stolen During Massage At Westfield Business, Police Say

The report was made June 19 at a business on East South Avenue, according to Westfield Police.

Tractor-Trailer Fire Closes N.J. Turnpike Lanes During Morning Commute, Officials Say

The crash closed northbound lanes near Exit 12 in Carteret during the Thursday morning commute.

Largest Health Care Fraud Crackdown In U.S. History Includes 8 NJ Residents, Feds Say

Federal officials say the sweeping nationwide case involved more than $6.5 billion in suspected fraud and health care crimes.

82-Year-Old Among Two Charged With DWI In Westfield

A crash on a Friday afternoon led to a DWI charge, while a separate incident resulted in another arrest, according to police.

Car Slams Into Union County Apartment Building, Driver And Passenger Run, Police Say

The apartment building was inspected after the crash and deemed safe for residents.

Many Thought It Was A Dog, Westfield Says It Was Something Else

Officials say there is no threat to the public and the animal was scheduled to be removed Monday.

74-Year-Old Arrested For DWI In Westfield

Police said the arrest followed a late-night traffic stop in town.

Elderly Couple Targeted In Attempted Bank Scam In Westfield

A series of calls, texts and emails raised concerns before the situation took an unexpected turn.

NBA Finals Tickets Scam Costs Westfield Resident $2K

Police say the resident sent money through multiple platforms after seeing an online advertisement for tickets that never arrived.

Police Asking For Help Finding Owner Of Lost Cat In Westfield

Officers say a friendly cat was found without a collar or microchip.

Dumpster Fire Ignites Near Home In Westfield

Firefighters responded Sunday afternoon after multiple 911 calls reported flames in a construction-area dumpster.

Shoplifting, Stolen Bike And Tools Taken In Westfield

Police say incidents included a store theft, a stolen bike from a train station lot, and tools taken from a home.

17-Year-Old Arrested In Fatal Union County Shooting

A 17-year-old has been charged in connection with a fatal shooting that left a 15-year-old dead in Elizabeth.

Home Burglarized, Property Taken In Westfield

A Westfield home was entered and roughly $2,000 worth of personal items were taken, according to police.

Hundreds Of Trees Removed From Protected Parkland, Union County Sues

Union County is suing several companies, alleging unauthorized clearing of protected parkland at Smithfield Park in Union Township.

Cement Truck Crash Kills Union High School Student During Family Vacation

A Florida crash that injured an entire Union family has claimed the life of a Union High School senior.

Bank Teller Sentenced For Role In $75K Scheme In Union County

A New York woman used her position at a bank in Elizabeth to access customer accounts and help coordinate a theft scheme, prosecutors said.

Union County Man Sentenced For Beating Another To Death After Argument

An Elizabeth man was sentenced after pleading guilty in connection with a 2024 death, authorities said.

Man Reaches Into Car, Throws Sunglasses During Tamaques Park Dispute, Police Say

A parking disagreement near tennis courts escalated before bystander intervened, according to police

Shoplifting, Fraud Cases Reported In Union County

Police said recent investigations included shoplifting and multiple fraud incidents involving stolen credit cards.

Man In Critical Condition After Falling Off Union County Roof

A 52-year-old man was taken to the hospital after falling from a residential roof in Linden, according to police.

Tree Branch Falls, Injures Teen At Westfield Pool

The teen was taken to a hospital after the incident at Westfield Memorial Pool, officials said.

Shots Fired Near Home In Union County

No injuries were reported after gunfire struck a residence blocks from where officers responded, according to investigators.

Juvenile Dies In Union County Shooting, Authorities Say

A juvenile was found with fatal gunshot wounds Friday night in Elizabeth, according to the Union County Prosecutor's Office.

What E-Bike Riders Need To Know In Union County

Officials are reminding riders about safety rules as regulations tighten and communities reflect on recent tragedies.

Prostitution Arrest After Undercover Cop Solicited During Massage In Union County: Police

A joint investigation was started after police received complaints and tips about possible illegal activity.

Fatal Union County Shooting Leads To Arrest In Georgia

Authorities say a 19-year-old is accused in a May killing in Elizabeth and was taken into custody out of state