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A local gem is shining brighter than ever, thanks to a big-hearted nod from a former First Lady.

The Plainfield School District identified the parents as Leonel García-Cortez and María Guaya who a children age 11 and 17 were helped out of their apartment by the building supervisor.

The fire in a four-story apartment building on West Front Street in downtown Plainfield was first reported around 1:15 a.m. and left over 90 residents without a home.

You know, there's something about the sound of paddles hitting balls that's drawing folks together in New Jersey. Let’s talk about this local pickleball buzz.

Union County is hosting its Pumpkin Recycling Program for 2025 in November at six sites, collecting old Halloween pumpkins jack-o-lanterns, and gourds to be recycled and make for a greener community.

“There’s Something About Mary” and “Charlie’s Angels” star Cameron Diaz is in New Jersey working on a new Netflix film, and she was in Plainfield on Monday.

A tragic story unfolds as we remember Tayeesha Harris-Webb, an Edison mother whose life was cut short in a senseless act of domestic violence.

The search is on for a man accused of a harrowing assault in North Plainfield.

The Plainfield Area Humane Society faced a nightmare but emerged with every furry friend safe. However, the fight isn’t over; they need our help now more than ever.

As recovery efforts continue in Somerset and Union counties, the community is pulling together in the wake of a devastating storm.

Heavy rains brought not just water but danger, as a house explosion rattled the community. The aftermath has folks talking and worrying.

These are the top stories we're following for you on New Jersey 101.5 for Monday, July 7, 2025