Camden sees historic drop in violent crime due to community outreach
Violent crime in Camden has reached its lowest point in 50 years, and county officials credit community outreach programs, such as open gym nights, for this significant improvement.
Violent crime in Camden drops to historic lows thanks to community policing
The city of Camden announced violent crime is decreasing at an historic rate with total crime at its lowest level in decades. Law enforcement says its work connecting with young people in the community is making a huge difference.
Man charged with murder in 2011 Camden cold case stabbing
Kenyar Hill, 46, was charged with first-degree murder in the stabbing death of 42-year-old Brian Holden in the Fall of 2011.
Violent crime in Camden has dropped to its lowest level in more than 50 years: police
Police in one of New Jersey's most troubled cities say violent and non-violent crimes have hit their lowest levels in more than 50 years.
NJ unveils Water Safety Strategy program to help reduce drownings
New Jersey is now the third state to develop a statewide water safety strategy to prevent drownings, following California and Hawaii.
NJ unveils water safety strategy aimed at reducing drownings
Advocates for New Jersey's new water safety strategy ae getting the message out just as the summer swimming season is taking off.
Federal spending cuts threaten vital anti-violence program in Camden
Camden’s leadership and supporters of a community group say a cut in federal funding has threatened an anti-violence program credited with lowering crime.
Federal spending cuts threatens vital anti-violence program in Camden
Camden’s leadership and supporters of a community group say a cut in federal funding has threatened an anti-violence program credited with lowering crime.
Camden schools forced to make deep cuts to close budget deficit: what it means for you
Camden public schools will impose deep cuts to close a multi-million-dollar budget deficit. Those losing their jobs will include teachers.
Camden public schools poised to impose deep cuts to close budget deficit
Camden City Schools are facing a $91 million budget deficit and that means changes have to be made.
Camden reaches agreement with recycling company after massive fire; find out how residents may benefit
The mayor of Camden has hammered out an agreement with a South Jersey metal recycler after a massive fire in the winter sent families scrambling for safety.
Camden reaches financial agreement with recycling company after huge fire
Camden mayor has negotiated a $6.7 million agreement for the residents of Waterfront South with the metal recycler after a massive fire in February.
Rent remains high across the U.S. despite months of declines, study finds
The average cost of rent spiked nationwide and housing in certain cities could be impacted by tariffs, according to a new report.
NJ officers involved in deadly shooting won't be charged, over 36 people charged with illegal gambling offenses
Two Mercer County officers won't face charges in deadly 2024 shooting, firefighter injured in Camden business fire, more than three dozen people charged with illegal gambling offenses in NJ.
List: The cities most affected by inflation in 2025
A recent study shows that some cities across the country are impacted more by inflation than others. Here's where your area ranks on the list.
Environmental concerns remain after massive fire at Camden recycling yard
Camden officials say it’s working with state and county officials along with EMR Metal Yard to “investigate and evaluate" the massive fire that broke out February 21st.
Environmental concerns remain after massive fire at Camden recycling yard
A massive industrial fire in Camden has left neighbors with environmental and health concerns.
Officer stabbed outside Camden grocery store released from hospital
A Camden police officer who was stabbed in what investigators say was an unprovoked attack over the weekend was released from the hospital on Thursday.
Massive junkyard fire under control and extinguished, officials say
The thick, black smoke billowed up from the fire and was visible for miles beyond the site of the fire, while up close, huge flames were seen leaping out into the sky. The fire was extinguished by Saturday evening.
Huge fire ravages junkyard in Camden
Camden firefighters work to contain a massive fire in a junkyard.