Good morning, Morristown.

Melissa Rivera from Wanaque pleaded guilty to two counts of theft after admitting to stealing nearly $300K from two Morris County churches over six years—she is scheduled for sentencing on July 11 with a recommended term of probation and 364 days in the Morris County Correctional Center.

As temperatures rise into the upper-80s and low-90s this week, JCP&L offers tips to cut down on electricity use—advising residents to use ceiling fans, adjust smart thermostats, close curtains on sunny windows, and avoid heat-producing appliances during peak hours.

These measures are meant to help lower electric bills while keeping homes cooler.

The New Jersey School of Conservation in Stokes State Forest gives teachers hands-on climate lessons that show how rising temperatures affect invasive species + local ecosystems.

Educators from Paterson say these programs give them practical tools to connect real-world climate impacts with classroom learning.

At Birchwood Manor on Monday, 58 new officers from the 104th Morris County Basic Training Class graduated and will serve in law enforcement roles statewide.

Morris County Prosecutor Robert J. Carroll and Public Safety Academy Director Daniel Colucci praised the graduates' hard work—highlighting their perseverance, technical skills, and commitment to public safety.

Immigrant advocates in Morristown want the Legislature to pass the Immigrant Trust Act to protect personal data from ICE—current rules come from a state directive.

However, its lead sponsor said the bill will be delayed by budget season—action is expected later in the session.

Karen Ann Quinlan’s landmark case reshaped end-of-life care in New Jersey by leading to options such as hospice, living wills and Medical Aid in Dying that give patients more control over their treatment.

Today, terminally ill residents can use these tools to set their care preferences—a change that began 40 years ago.

Morris and Sussex county athletes have qualified for the NJSIAA Track and Field Meet of Champions, which will start at 2 p.m. today at Pennsauken High School—those who earned top-two finishes or wildcard entries secured spots.