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,…
Young humpback whale found dead at Sandy Hook shows signs of vessel impact
Humpback whale death at Sandy Hook linked to suspected vessel strike, officials say Sandy Hook, NJ – A young humpback whale that washed ashore at Sandy Hook this week was found to…
New Jersey expands immigration limits, fueling debate over ‘sanctuary state’ label
Governor Mikie Sherrill signs sweeping immigration laws restricting cooperation with federal authorities. Trenton, New Jersey – Governor Mikie Sherrill has signed a package of immigration laws that significantly restrict how New Jersey…
Rare daytime fireball streaks across New Jersey sky, rattles homes across five states
A fast-moving meteor visible in broad daylight stunned residents and triggered widespread reports across the Northeast. Galloway Township, New Jersey – A rare daytime meteor traveling more than 30,000 miles per hour…
NJ governor’s gas pump April Fools’ post backfires as many don’t think ban is funny
Mock announcement to end self-serve ban draws criticism from residents and users Trenton, NJ – A social media post from New Jersey’s official government account announcing the end of the state’s self-service…
New Jersey Congresswoman Who Fought ICE Agents Vows to Continue Fighting
New Jersey congresswoman files appeal as legal battle over Newark incident continues Newark, NJ – U.S. Rep. LaMonica McIver is escalating her legal fight against federal charges stemming from a confrontation outside…
Feud Between Jackson Mayor and Code Enforcement Dept. Began After Mayor Cited for Failing to Register as Landlord, Suit Claims
Code enforcement officer alleges harassment, discipline after citing council president, now mayor, Jennifer L. Kuhn Jackson Township, NJ – A lawsuit filed in Ocean County Superior Court lays out a detailed series…
Massive fire erupts at Trump family linked $130M New Jersey Oceanside condo project
Fire tears through Kushner condo development in Long Branch as crews respond Long Branch, NJ – A large fire broke out Thursday at a luxury apartment complex under construction in Long Branch,…
New Jersey governor signs immigration, privacy, and police ID reforms under three bills
New Jersey enacts immigration, privacy, and police ID reforms into law. Governor signs three bills limiting immigration enforcement cooperation and expanding protections Trenton, NJ – New Jersey has formally enacted a series…
Toms River Council Trying to Force Ten Story Downtown Towers as Mayor Rodrick Vows to Continue Fighting
by Toms River Mayor Daniel Rodrick Update: Toms River’s council and mayor will meet tonight for a public meeting (Wednesday) at 6:30 pm in Town Hall The Council is Trying to Force…
Trump announces temporary halt to Iran strikes: What it means for New Jersey
Proposed two-week pause follows talks involving Pakistan and signals potential shift in Middle East tensions. WASHINGTON, D.C. – President Donald J. Trump announced a planned two-week suspension of U.S. military strikes against…
New Jersey seeks court order to block ICE detention facility in Roxbury
State officials argue federal agencies bypassed legal review and risk overburdening local infrastructure. TRENTON, N.J. – The New Jersey Office of the Attorney General, alongside Governor Mikie Sherrill and the Township of…
Newark is Not the Only Place to See New Jersey’s Annual Cherry Blossom Bloom, But it is the Best in the State
From Newark to South Jersey, thousands of cherry trees are transforming parks and streets into spring showcases. Newark, NJ – Cherry blossom season is underway across New Jersey, and while Branch Brook…
Ghostbusters Ecto-1 spotted near American Dream Mall: Could it be After the Ghost of Jimmy Hoffa?
New Jersey ain’t afraid of no ghosts. A familiar movie icon cruising toward the Meadowlands is fueling fresh speculation about what might be haunting one of New Jersey’s most debated destinations. East…
New Jersey appeals case challenges denial of arbitration for fired Clinton police officer
Dispute centers on whether disciplinary charges qualify as criminal conduct under state law. Trenton, NJ – A former Clinton Township police officer is asking a New Jersey appellate court to overturn a…
The world is coming to New Jersey, but NJ Transit will surely embarrass us on the global stage
New Jersey is about to take center stage in a way it never has before. The 2026 FIFA World Cup will bring tens of thousands of international visitors to the Meadowlands for…
NJ Transit horror show as riders raise concerns after blood-like splatter seen on train windows
Passengers question cleanliness and conditions as photos and complaints highlight ongoing frustrations. Newark, NJ – Complaints about New Jersey Transit conditions are resurfacing after riders reported unsettling stains resembling blood splatter across…
Toms River officer wrangles aggressive beaver after neighborhood complaints
Police respond to unusual call as animal is safely captured and relocated. Toms River, NJ – A routine patrol call in Toms River took an unexpected turn when an officer was dispatched…
Judge rules ICE detention unlawful, orders bond hearing for detainee in New Jersey
Court finds Ecuadorian national held without hearing must be given chance for release. Newark, NJ – A federal judge in New Jersey has ruled that an immigration detainee held at a state…
NJ lawmaker claims billions spent on educating undocumented immigrants amid school cuts and closures
Sen. Mike Testa links education funding crisis to immigration costs in renewed debate Trenton, NJ – A New Jersey state senator is drawing a direct connection between rising education costs and spending…
NJ group urges feds to revise whale death reports tied to offshore wind
Protect Our Coast NJ challenges NOAA stance in letter to Commerce Secretary Ocean City, NJ – A New Jersey-based nonprofit is pressing federal officials to revisit how whale deaths along the East…