New Jersey Wants to Penalize Employers for Hiring Part-Time Workers Enrolled in Medicaid
Trenton, NJ – New Jersey lawmakers are advancing legislation that would require large employers to pay annual fees when employees or their dependents receive health coverage through Medicaid rather than employer-sponsored insurance,…
Five Migrant Murderers Removed from the Streets of Boston by ICE
Burlington, MA — Five foreign nationals wanted on homicide charges in their home countries were arrested across New England over the past month, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s Boston field office announced,…
44-Foot Endangered Sei Whale Found Dead in Newark Bay Had Not Eaten Before Death, Necropsy Finds
NEWARK BAY, N.J. — A 44-foot endangered sei whale found dead in Newark Bay had not been feeding prior to its death, according to preliminary necropsy results released following a multi-agency examination.…
New Jersey is the only FIFA host price gouging soccer fans during the World Cup and it will have ‘chilling effect’ on attendance
FIFA Warns $150 NJ Transit Fares to MetLife Could Hurt 2026 World Cup Attendance in East Rutherford Friday East Rutherford, NJ — FIFA officials warned Friday that $150 round-trip train fares to…
Dear World, Please Forgive New Jersey for Being New Jersey During the World Cup
On behalf of the entire state of New Jersey, we would like to issue FIFA and World Cup soccer fans all over the world a heartfelt apology. We know what you’re thinking:…
New Jersey Towns Continue Public Healthcare Double Taxation Hike Across the State
TRENTON, N.J. — Homeowners across New Jersey are absorbing rising property tax bills tied to municipal employee health insurance costs, a shift that effectively forces residents to pay twice as their own…
Trump Already Gave New Jersey $10 Million for World Cup Train Fares, Where Did it Go?
Trump Team Says $10.4M Sent for World Cup Transit as Mikie Sherrill Battles FIFA Over $48M Bill Friday Newark, New Jersey — A widening fight over who pays to move tens of…
Watch: New Jersey Lawmaker Says Mexicans are Good at Cutting Grass and Trees Despite Being Short People
Willingboro, New Jersey — A township council meeting turned contentious after Councilwoman Rebecca Perrone said “Mexicans know what to do with grass” while discussing landscaping contracts, prompting criticism over racial stereotyping in…
FIFA fires back at New Jersey governor with strongly worded response to travel costs
Newark, New Jersey — New Jersey commuters could face long-term transit costs as Governor Mikie Sherrill complained this week that NJ TRANSIT faces a $48 million bill tied to the 2026 World…
FIFA Could Legally Drop New Jersey As World Cup Host as Governor Wages Last Minute Contract War
FIFA faces growing pressure over New Jersey World Cup deal after Sherrill challenges transport costs and FIFA ‘surprised’ by governor’s war of words in the public. East Rutherford, New Jersey — A…
Gov. Sherrill Blames Phil Murphy for New Jersey Transit’s High-Priced Fares During World Cup
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. —New Jersey taxpayers could be left covering a $48 million transportation bill for the 2026 World Cup at MetLife Stadium—while FIFA contributes nothing and collects billions from the tournament…
Coldplay Enters 2026 World Cup Final Halftime Show at MetLife Stadium After Costs, Branding Frustrations
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — High ticket prices, steep train fares, FIFA-linked costs and even the awkward “New York New Jersey Stadium” branding were already part of the conversation—now the 2026 World Cup…
Jackson councilman questions new housing bureau, calls it ineffective layer of government
Official says unit lacks enforcement power despite expanded role in rental oversight Jackson Township, NJ — A Jackson councilman is raising concerns about the township’s newly created housing bureau, arguing it adds…
Jackson mayoral candidate criticizes $300K salary, vehicle perk for new business administrator
Elliott Shemtov targets pay package and dual role under Mayor Jennifer Kuhn’s administration Jackson, N.J. — A $300,000 salary and taxpayer-funded vehicle for Jackson’s new business administrator drew sharp criticism Tuesday from…
Family of missing Jackson man criticizes mayor over empty $1,000 pledge, mayor fights back to defend herself
Relatives of 22-year-old Mortimer Wortman say the promised reward donation was not fulfilled Jackson, N.J. — The family of a 22-year-old Jackson man missing for more than four months publicly accused Mayor…
Jackson Council rejects mayor’s dog ownership cap as faulty knee-jerk to address illegal petting zoo
Measure that would classify homes with more than five dogs as kennels fails in 4-1 vote Tuesday night Jackson, N.J. — A proposal to classify homes with more than five dogs as…
New Jersey lawmaker loses it on Democrats: Stop passing unenforceable laws against the federal government
Assemblywoman argues legislation targeting federal issues will face court challenges and taxpayer costs Trenton, NJ — A New Jersey lawmaker is raising concerns that recent state legislation could be unconstitutional and lead…
Brick Township man, Brookdale College fire officer charged for suspicious device that canceled St. Patrick’s Day parade
Prosecutors say investigation found conflicting claims from caller who reported device near parade route Keansburg, NJ — A suspicious device reported near a St. Patrick’s Day parade staging area led to the…
Jackson Resident Alleges Religious Discrimination in Grande Harmony Affordable Housing House of Worship Dispute
Claim surfaces as developer seeks to replace promised clubhouse with synagogue at controversial project Jackson, New Jersey — A Jackson resident alleges he is being excluded from living in the Grande Harmony…
Middletown Schools Face Closures Without State Bailout as Money Flows into Districts Like Newark, Lakewood
No financial lifeline confirmed as district moves ahead while other NJ districts receive major aid or intervention Middletown, New Jersey — No state bailout is coming to prevent school closures in Middletown,…
New Jersey renames MetLife Stadium for World Cup in New Jersey as ‘New York New Jersey Stadium’ sparks backlash
Temporary rebrand tied to FIFA rules is drawing criticism online from New Jersey residents EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — Online backlash is building in New Jersey after MetLife Stadium was renamed “New York…