New Jersey Unemployment Rate Falls to 4.5%, But State Still Ranks Among Nation’s Highest
Trenton, NJ – New Jersey’s unemployment rate edged down to 4.5% in June, according to preliminary data released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, marking continued improvement after the state’s jobless…
New Jersey Congressional Aide Who Faked Violent “Trump Fueled” Attack Facing Five Years in Prison
TOMS RIVER, NJ – A New Jersey woman employed by New Jersey Congressman Jeff Van Drew was charged Wednesday with conspiring to stage a violent assault and making false statements to law…
White House Jobs report Shows Growth in U.S. Employment Rate
Washington, DC – The White House declared “major progress” Thursday after new data showed the U.S. economy added 119,000 jobs in September, more than double economists’ forecasts, with nearly all gains coming…
Air travel behavior hits turbulence as unruly passenger incidents soar since 2019
NEWARK, NJ– If you’re going to be traveling during the holidays this year, don’t be surprised if your flights out of Newark, JFK, LaGuardia, or other regional airports seem a little more…
Mild stretch of fall weather ahead for New Jersey through the weekend, some overnight freezing
TRENTON, NJ – A calm and mild weather pattern is set to hold steady across New Jersey through the weekend, bringing a mix of sun, clouds, and just a brief spell of…
Phil Murphy shocks New Jersey Democrats with endorsement that snubs his own Lt. Governor
NEWARK, N.J. – In a surprising, but not shocking political move, Gov. Phil Murphy has endorsed longtime ally Brendan Gill over his own lieutenant governor, Tahesha Way, in the race for Rep.…
New Jersey Congresswoman Mikie Sherrill Officially Resigns
WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Representative Mikie Sherrill has officially resigned her seat in Congress, submitting letters of resignation Tuesday to both New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy and House Speaker Mike Johnson. Her…
Maryland MS-13 Gang Member Found Guilty of Machete Murder of Teen Girl Lured from New Jersey
GAITHERSBURG, MD – A Montgomery County judge on Friday found a 24-year-old Frederick woman guilty of first-degree murder and related charges in the brutal killing of 18-year-old Rosa Sanchez Merino, whose body…
Political operatives plotted to end Toms River mayor’s teaching career as retaliation for cutting waste in Town Hall
TOMS RIVER, NJ – In a sweeping 59-page verified complaint filed in New Jersey Superior Court, Toms River Mayor Dan Rodrick alleges a coordinated, politically motivated campaign by public officials and consultants…
Newark Schools Flush With $1.2 Billion of Money from Other Towns Including Those Closing Schools
NEWARK, NJ – While suburban school districts slash programs, shutter schools, and explore bankruptcy, Newark Public Schools remain among the most well-funded systems in New Jersey — largely subsidized by taxpayers outside…
CDC data shows people in New Jersey and blue states less likely to die by suicide than those in red states
TRENTON, NJ – Federal data from the Centers for Disease Control reveals that residents of politically blue states such as New Jersey, New York, and Massachusetts are less likely to die by…
Study shows negative impact of offshore wind farms on whales and other marine mammals
PROVINCETOWN, MA – Beneath the rolling Atlantic, a silent crisis brews as the hammering sounds of offshore wind farm construction clash with the delicate acoustic world of the North Atlantic right whale.…
Mass Shooting in Newark Leaves Young Boy, Woman Dead, Three Others Hospitalized
NEWARK, N.J. – A deadly burst of gunfire tore through a South Ward neighborhood Saturday evening, leaving a young woman and a 10-year-old boy dead and three others hospitalized, officials said. The…
Largest Offshore Wind Project in New Jersey Dead in the Water Crushing Murphy’s Wind Farm Dreams
Phil Murphy’s offshore wind dreams run out of air after latest cancellation. TRENTON, NJ – The developers behind New Jersey’s largest proposed offshore wind project have officially pulled the plug, telling the…
GOP Chairman Recommended Council President’s Wife for Deputy Clerk Ahead of Controversial MUA Vote
TOMS RIVER, NJ – Toms River Mayor Dan Rodrick blasted Council President Justin Lamb on Thursday, accusing him of siding with what he called the “Mo Hill Gang” and Ocean County GOP…
Lawmaker moves to shield some New Jerseyans from costly new Dem exit tax
New Jersey Legislative SRO, NJ – A new bill aims to exempt property sellers from a recently implemented sales tax if their contracts were finalized before the law took effect. Sen. Declan…
Alina Habba Says She Won’t Be Intimidated by ‘Radical Lunatics’ After Office Ransacked Overnight
Tampa, FL – A late-night breach at the office of U.S. Attorney Alina Habba left property damaged and investigators searching for an individual who fled the scene, according to Attorney General Pamela…
New Jersey Residents Deserve a Governor Who Advocates for Women
By Rachael Miller Mikie Sherill was just elected governor of New Jersey on the premise that she is a moderate champion of women’s rights. Her record, unfortunately, shows that she is anything…
Former Christie aide sentenced to ten-year prison term in child sex abuse
Washington Township, NJ – A former aide to New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie was sentenced to ten years in prison after admitting to conduct involving a six-year-old child. He acknowledged paying the…
New Jersey Wants to Turn Cops Into Criminals, Put Them in Jail for Wearing Face Coverings
Trenton, NJ – A new proposal in the Statehouse is drawing sharp attention as lawmakers move to restrict when officers can cover their faces while engaging with the public. The measure, introduced…
Spirit Christmas to Open Six Locations in New Jersey, Including Toms River
Egg Harbor Township, NJ – Spirit Christmas has officially opened its holiday shops across the region, unveiling a seasonal lineup that includes multiple New Jersey locations prepared for steady crowds. The brand…
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