Before becoming a digital reporter and fill-in news anchor for New Jersey 101.5, my NJ journalism roots began as faux interviews on a Fisher Price tape recorder. Relatives might say my "gift of gab" grew from there, leading me to radio and beyond. I firmly believe that life’s too short to drink bad coffee. I'm also a fan of the beach and karma.
Erin Vogt
Police Bust Illegal NJ Marijuana Business, Man and His Mother Arrested
“EarthE CBD” came under investigation starting in May, by a multi-level force involving municipal, county and state law enforcement, Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley Billhimer said.
Why are Concert Tickets in NJ So Expensive and Tough to Buy?
“A fan shouldn’t have to sell a kidney or mortgage a house to see their favorite performer or team,” U.S. Rep. Bill Pascrell said in a May release.
Video Shows NJ Driver Ramming SUV into Police Station Blaring Guns N’ Roses Song
A 34-year-old Warren County man is accused of intentionally rammed into the garage door of someone he knew, before driving his SUV through the wall of the local police station — while blaring a Guns N Roses song.
End of the World: Creepy Photos of an Abandoned NJ Diner
The scene at this Northwest Jersey diner is like something out of an apocalyptic thriller — the people have vanished, leaving behind grimy coffee cups and a menu featuring "Taylor Ham."
We’re Seeing More of These on NJ Roads — and More People are Dying
In two deadly crashes, a male electric bicycle rider was struck by a vehicle on roads in two different New Jersey counties, about a week apart.
Latest Numbers: Even More Moms in NJ Giving Up Their Newborns
New Jersey has seen the highest number of newborns surrendered statewide this year in 17 years, the state Department of Children and Families announced on Thursday.
Charges Dropped Against Member of NJ Family Accused of Strip Club Crimes
Angela Mancini was cleared of all charges while the rest of the Acciardi family continues to face criminal charges connected to Club 35 in Sayreville.
NJ Cop ‘Under influence’ in 3-SUV Crash That Hurt 8, Police Say
An off-duty Essex County Sheriff’s Officer was “under the influence” during a three-vehicle crash that left eight people hurt over a year ago, Hudson County Prosecutor Esther Suarez announced on Monday.
Democrats Start to Fight Back in NJ School Board ‘Wars’
Conservative groups have been pushing "parent rights" as a battle cry against some policies in NJ public schools. The trans student issue has gained some Democratic pushback for balance.
Another NJ School Board Removes State Policy on Trans Students
At least 3 school districts in New Jersey have rolled back their policy on handling cases of transgender students, after confirmation that state policy is not actually mandatory.