Peterson’s Breaking News of Trenton

11/11/2025

The Senate approved a long-sought funding package that would end the government shutdown late Monday, bringing Congress one step closer to ending a 41-day impasse.

11/11/2025

TRENTON, NJ (Mercer County) — U.S. Representative Bonnie Watson Coleman has announced she will not seek re-election to Congress, marking the close of a historic and impactful chapter in New Jersey’s political landscape. In a heartfelt statement released Monday, the congresswoman reflected on her decades-long career in public service and the principles that guided her work in Washington and at home....

U.S. Rep. Bonnie Watson Coleman, New Jersey’s first Black congresswoman, announced she will not seek re-election, reflecting on her career of progressive leadership and public service.

10/11/2025

ATTENTION CITY OF TRENTON!!

Due to expected low temperatures, we’re opening a Code Blue Warming Center tonight from 4:30 PM - 12:00 AM. If you or someone you know needs a warm place to stay, please come by.❄️

Location: Jennye Stubblefield Senior Center, 301 Prospect Street, Trenton, N.J.

Residents may call Jennye Stubblefield Center direct at 609-989-3463.TO

10/11/2025

Diddy was discovered drinking contraband alcohol at the Fort Dix Federal Correctional Institute, TMZ reported, where he’s serving a prison sentence.

He was caught with a fermented drink of Fanta soda, sugar and apples — called pruno or h***h. 🍷

10/11/2025

Trenton, N.J. — November 10, 2025 — Governor-elect Mikie Sherrill delivered a sharp rebuke of the proposed Senate deal aimed at ending the ongoing federal government shutdown, calling the agreement “malpractice” and warning that it would lead to higher healthcare costs for millions of New Jersey residents. In a statement shared Sunday night, Sherrill reaffirmed her commitment to standing up for New Jersey families, saying she ran for office “to deliver for New Jerseyans, even in the face of Washington leadership that keeps failing people.” She credited last week’s election victory to a broad coalition of voters seeking leadership that “takes bold action on costs” and “stands firm under pressure,” while criticizing the Senate for “caving on a bill that the American people can’t afford.”...

Governor-elect Mikie Sherrill called the proposed Senate funding deal “malpractice,” warning it would drive up healthcare costs for millions of New Jerseyans. Sherrill joins Senators Booker and Kim in opposing the compromise, vowing to protect residents’ affordability and stand up to Washingto...

10/11/2025

Trenton Police are investigating an early morning shooting that occurred near Roebling Avenue and Division Street just before 2 a.m. A man sustained multiple gunshot wounds and was transported to Capital Health Trauma Center in critical condition. Detectives and crime scene investigators processed t...

08/11/2025

Trenton, N.J. (Mercer County) — In response to a recently published local newspaper article highlighting the challenges faced by Parking Enforcement Officers, Councilwoman-At-Large Crystal Feliciano voiced her full support for the implementation of body-worn cameras within the City of Trenton. Feliciano said she has consistently advocated for the use of cameras to ensure transparency, accountability, and safety for both employees and residents....

Trenton Councilwoman Crystal Feliciano calls for body cameras for Parking Enforcement Officers to promote transparency, safety, and fairness for both employees and residents.

08/11/2025

Happening right now!

08/11/2025

Happening today beginning at 9am until 5pm.

07/11/2025

Trenton, NJ (Mercer County) — Governor Phil Murphy issued a statement Friday morning confirming that New Jersey residents will receive full Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits for November after a federal court order required the U.S. Department of Agriculture to make funding available. The New Jersey Department of Human Services immediately began processing full SNAP benefits to eligible households across the state....

Trenton, NJ (Mercer County) — Governor Phil Murphy issued a statement Friday morning confirming that New Jersey residents will receive full Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits for November after a federal court order required the U.S. Department of Agriculture to make funding...

07/11/2025

Argument in Wooded Morrisville Area Leads to Shooting in "Highly Active" Investigation

07/11/2025

The FAA ordered airlines to cut flights by 10% by next week to reduce pressure on air traffic controllers working without pay.