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CBS News
22-07-2025
- Climate
- CBS News
Small earthquake hits Morris County, N.J.
A small earthquake hit Morris County in New Jersey Monday. The 1.6 magnitude happened at 5:40 a.m. about two miles west of Morris Plains, and about three miles below ground, according to the U.S. Geological Survey. Morris Plains is about 30 miles west of New York City. There was no damage reported. In 2024, the most powerful earthquake to hit the East Coast in a century hit Readington Township, some 30 miles away from Monday's quake. Dozens of aftershocks followed. In January, a 2.4 earthquake struck in Bergen County. Parts of Paramus shook. New Jersey is home to a major fault line called the Ramapo fault. That said, earthquakes are considered relatively rare in the area.
Yahoo
22-07-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Jack Ciattarelli's running mate has been picked, campaign says
(Editor's note: This story has been changed to correct the scheduled start time of the press conference.) New Jersey Republican gubernatorial candidate Jack Ciattarelli is to reveal his choice for a lieutenant governor July 23 at an event in Morris County. The announcement is scheduled for 9:30 a.m. The venue is Johnnies Tavern in Boonton Township, according to a press advisory sent the afternoon of July 22. A Ciattarelli campaign spokesman declined comment on the undisclosed choice. More: Opportunity knocks, again, for Diane Allen and the answer is 'yes' More: NJ governor election polls: What early surveys say about Sherrill-Ciattarelli In his unsuccessful 2021 gubernatorial campaign, Ciattarelli chose a South Jersey resident as running mate: Diane Allen of Edgewater Park in Burlington County. Allen was a former state senator and before that a television reporter in Philadelphia. Joe Smith is a N.E. Philly native transplanted to South Jersey 36 years ago, keeping an eye now on government in South Jersey. He is a former editor and current senior staff writer for The Daily Journal in Vineland, Courier-Post in Cherry Hill, and the Burlington County Times. Have a tip? Support local journalism with a subscription. This article originally appeared on Cherry Hill Courier-Post: Jack Ciattarelli to announce his lieutenant governor pick July 23 Solve the daily Crossword
CBS News
21-07-2025
- Climate
- CBS News
Small earthquake hits Morris County, N.J. today
A small earthquake hit Morris County in New Jersey Monday. The 1.6 magnitude happened at 9:40 a.m. about two miles west of Morris Plains, and about three miles below ground, according to the U.S. Geological Survey. Morris Plains is about 30 miles west of New York City. There was no damage reported. In 2024, the most powerful earthquake to hit the East Coast in a century hit Readington Township, some 30 miles away from Monday's quake. Dozens of aftershocks followed. In January, a 2.4 earthquake struck in Bergen County. Parts of Paramus shook. New Jersey is home to a major fault line called the Ramapo fault. That said, earthquakes are considered relatively rare in the area.
CBS News
03-07-2025
- CBS News
Tow truck driver struck and killed while assisting motorist on 287 in Roxbury Township, N.J.
Tow truck driver struck and killed while assisting motorist on 287 in New Jersey Tow truck driver struck and killed while assisting motorist on 287 in New Jersey Tow truck driver struck and killed while assisting motorist on 287 in New Jersey A tow truck driver was struck and killed by a passing SUV while he was helping a stranded driver on the shoulder of Route 287 in Morris County on Wednesday. The death of Daniel Ortiz, 24, known as "DJ" to his friends, has prompted his co-workers to remind people to pay attention while behind the wheel. "We're out there, putting our life on the line for you" Joey Ioffredo says his is one of the most important and most dangerous jobs on the road. "We're out there, putting our life on the line for you," Ioffredo said. Ioffredo has been doing it for about seven years. He works for Ron & Sons Towing in Roxbury Township. On Thursday, he lamented the death of Ortiz, his co-worker. "DJ, man, great kid, great personality. I loved him. Such a shame that, you know, somebody took his life because they didn't want to pay attention," Ioffredo said. "Everybody loved his smile, and that's what everybody's going to remember," said Madison Ketch, of Ron & Sons Towing. Ketch said her parents started the company, and added Ortiz was an employee for about four years and was like family. "Everybody who knew DJ considered him a brother, especially me. He has been at family events. He has been at Thanksgiving with us," Ketch said. "You see flashing lights, slow down and move over" The International Tow Museum says, on average, 43 tow operators are killed while doing their job every year. New Jersey's Move Over Law requires drivers to shift lanes or slow down when approaching stopped emergency vehicles or tow trucks displaying flashing lights. Police said the driver who caused that crash was injured and taken to the hospital, but it's not clear if any charges will be filed. However, those close to Ortiz say he should still be alive today. "It's so simple. You see flashing lights, slow down and move over," Ioffredo said. "It will save a life. Unfortunately, yesterday, we lost a life who was very important to all of us," Ketch added. Friends said they're hoping the tragedy serves as a wake-up call to drivers everywhere.
Yahoo
03-07-2025
- Yahoo
Tow truck driver killed by car in New Jersey: Police
NEW JERSEY (PIX11) — A New Jersey tow truck driver was killed after being hit by a car while assisting another vehicle on the side of I-287 in Morris County, according to police. Daniel Ortiz, 24, of Hopatong, was hit by a Jeep that drove onto the shoulder of I-287 South, where Ortiz was towing a car just before noon on Thursday. More Local News The Jeep hit Ortiz, the tow truck and the disabled car, police said. Ortiz was taken to a nearby hospital, where he was later pronounced dead as a result of his injuries. Police said the driver of the Jeep sustained minor injuries. The crash is still under investigation, according to police. Spencer Gustafson is a digital content producer from Long Island who has covered New York state and city news since 2023. See more of his work here. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
