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Pennsylvania criminals 'more scared of their mom' than the police
(The Center Square) — As Philadelphia and Pittsburgh see a drop in murders, public safety and crime remain high priorities across the state. To make communities safer, legislators want to figure out best practices for punishing crime and deploying policing.
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Slow down! Bensalem, Pa. issues 5,200 red light cam warnings
Bensalem police says the grace period for red light camera at two intersections on Street Road begin issues real $100 tickets on June 1.
More credit card skimmers found — NJ Top News
Credit card skimmers have been found at a popular New Jersey supermarket. Eric Scott has what you need to know on this morning's First News.
Shore towns ban this popular beach activity in New Jersey
Sea Girt and other New Jersey beach towns are hoping to prevent tragedies in the sand by banning this popular activity.
Ghastly find turns out to be hoax in Egg Harbor Township, NJ
Local authorities respond to disturbing scene off Longport Boulevard after lifelike doll mistaken for human body.
Don't bring this to Trump rally — NJ Top News
Some common items are banned from the big Trump rally in Wildwood, NJ, this weekend. Here is everything you need to know about attending the event. Eric Scott has details on this morning's First News.
Newark Airport passengers to face even longer wait times
Travelers at Newark Airport face new frustrations ahead of Memorial Day. Newark Airport already has the longest security wait times. Find out why it's about to get even worse.
Don't do this with your cell phone — NJ Top News
The shocking way cyber criminals are able to access your mobile devices and drain your bank accounts. Security experts say never use public charging stations. Eric Scott explains on this morning's First News.
Hundreds of NJ jobs head out of state
Neighbors of this sprawling property have been worried about warehouse development. Now, a few hundred jobs will be moving out of New Jersey.
Why public charge ports while traveling are a dangerous idea
The FCC has shared safety tips on a potential danger that some travelers might not be aware of.