Well before becoming a digital reporter, content creator and fill-in news anchor for New Jersey 101.5, Erin Vogt's journalism roots began with faux interviews on a Fisher Price tape recorder. The lifelong Jersey Girl has more than 20 years in radio news and has received both an NJSPJ award and a team-won Regional Edward R. Murrow Award. She firmly believes that life’s too short to drink bad coffee and is a fan of the beach and karma.
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NJ parents face criminal charges after toddler girl’s violent death
Tracy Ruiz and Luis Larios, both of Green Brook, were indicted by a Hudson County Grand Jury, in connection with their young daughter's death.
NJ man accused of $5M Ponzi scheme that cheated 30 investors
Vincent Dispoto, of Belmar is accused of scamming investors out of funds since the 1980s, as the owner of both Giddeon Financial Services and Liberty Mortgage Services.
Major NJ festival returns with 100 big-name music, comedy acts
The three-city, month long festival of dozens of acts has been unveiled for June 2024 in Asbury Park, Atlantic City and Newark.
China floods NJ with dangerous products banned in their own country
A retired law enforcement collective is pressing for more federal resources to try and help stem the flood of illegal, dangerous vape products being marketed to kids.
Making it easier to beat NJ governor’s wife could cost taxpayers a lot, county reps say
U.S. Rep. Andy Kim is suing to get rid of the county line grouping on primary ballots — which Atlantic County officials said could wind up being a big expense for counties.
NJ high school teacher charged with punching girl in head
The 68-year-old teacher, Joseph Mingoia, of Bayonne, was arrested days after trying to break up a student fight, during which he allegedly struck a female teen.
PA woman guilty of brutal NJ shore murders of father and girlfriend
Sherry Lee Hefferman faces 30 years to life in prison for the Surf City murders of John Enders and Francoise Pitoy in their waterfront home.
After massive brawl at NJ youth wrestling match, 4 adults arrested
A Montague woman is charged with aggravated assault, while three men face disorderly conduct after an adult fight at a youth tournament in Warren County.
NJ man arrested, charged with child abuse at Walmart
A 68-year-old man was arrested after police said he struck a toddler in the head outside a Walmart store in Secaucus.
4 wanted for stealing guns and ammo from NJ gun shop
Firearms and ammo were stolen from Urban Tactical Firearms of South Jersey in Evesham — a crew of four suspects was seen on surveillance video footage.