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,…
New Jersey Affordable Housing Administrator Who Won $360,000 on Jeopardy Disses New York and Pennsylvania on Live TV
Lawrenceville resident builds $360K streak while criticizing regional housing gaps says New Jersey needs more affordable housing and cast shame on New York and Pennsylvania. Lawrenceville, N.J. – Like everything else New…
Upper Freehold and Maplewood School Districts Could Be Held Liable for Teacher Sexual Abuses Cases Judge Rules
Ruling allows claims to proceed under Child Victims Act, reshaping liability rules. Trenton, N.J. – The New Jersey Supreme Court has ruled that public school districts may face liability in lawsuits involving…
Newark school funding scandal grows as state leaders ask for federal investigation into $287 million COVID relief spending
State legislators cite oversight failures and unmet student support goals. Trenton, N.J. – Three New Jersey lawmakers are calling for a federal investigation into how Newark Public Schools spent nearly $287 million…
Another New Jersey school district warns of deep cuts as state funding shortfall grows under Mikie Sherrill
Robbinsville, N.J. – A growing budget crisis is pushing another New Jersey school district toward potential program cuts, staffing losses, and the elimination of student activities, as local leaders warn the latest…
Mass shooting in Philadelphia leaves five injured, two dead overnight
Philadelphia shooting leaves two dead, three injured near 60th and Delany streets. Five victims gunned down in early evening violence as homicide unit leads probe. Philadelphia, PA – A shooting at approximately…
Sherrill Taps India Born Leaders to Head NJ Transit and Department of Transportation
Sherrill taps Priya Jain for NJ DOT, expands leadership under Kolluri Governor-elect names transportation commissioner nominee, outlines unified transit strategy Trenton, NJ – Governor-elect Mikie Sherrill announced a major leadership move for…
Mikie Sherrill Scales Back 2.5% Hotel Tax After it Threatened Tourism at the Jersey Shore
Pushback from residents and vacation planners prompts retreat on controversial lodging tax tied to global event. Trenton, NJ – A proposed hotel tax tied to the upcoming World Cup is facing backlash…
NYPD, Firefighters Throw Punches in Three-Minute Long Violent Bench Clearing Brawl at Charity Hockey Game
NYPD tops FDNY in charity hockey game as fights break out at UBS Arena Long-running rivalry between New York’s police and firefighters spills onto the ice during annual charity matchup. Elmont, NY…
It Was Just a Fantasy: Jackson Twenty-One’s Promised Downtown Dream is Nothing More than Acres of High Density Apartments
It was an impossible dream that is now dead. Another broken promise by Jackson Township’s elected officials that nobody wants to talk about JACKSON, NJ – Back in 2013, Broadway legend Mitch…
Hijab Wearing New Jersey Governor Nowhere to Be Found on Palm Sunday
Mikie Sherrill’s Ramadan Hijab and Palm Sunday Silence: Selective Faith for Political Gain? New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill has never been shy about showcasing her solidarity with the state’s Muslim community. During…
Manchester is next town to fall to overdevelopment unless the people put the brakes on it now
MANCHESTER TOWNSHIP, NJ – Is Manchester the Next Town to Fall to Overdevelopment in Ocean County? It’s starting to look that way, but unlike other towns like Jackson and Lakewood, residents today…
Ocean County is no longer safe as undocumented citizens driving cars continue killing and maiming our children
Letter to the editor by Sharon C., Ocean County I’m a mother of three kids and I’m terrified about what is happening to Jackson and our surrounding towns. Investors are buying homes…
Ocean County man held without bail on threats and weapons charges, ICE detainer issued
Suspect in Ocean County jail faces threat-to-kill and weapons offenses.” Toms River, NJ – A man identified as Jairo Rene Portillo-Rios is being held in the Ocean County Jail on multiple criminal…
Undocumented man charged with manufacturing and distributing meth and cocaine in Ocean County
“Second-degree charges filed after Ocean County booking tied to cocaine, heroin offenses.” Toms River, NJ – A man identified as Samuel Sanchezdelosantos was arrested and booked into the Ocean County Jail over…
Mikie Sherrill’s No Pro-Immigrant Sanctuary State Laws Put the Public At Risk, Lawmaker Says
“Assembly criticism targets limits on ICE cooperation in newly signed laws.” Trenton, NJ – A New Jersey assemblyman is publicly criticizing a series of newly signed immigration laws by Governor Mikie Sherrill,…
New Jersey governor Mikie Sherrill renews anti-Trump stance at statewide rallies
“Governor escalates criticism as ‘No Kings’ protests draw crowds across New Jersey.” Princeton, NJ – Governor Mikie Sherrill used a weekend rally to sharpen her opposition to President Donald Trump, aligning herself…
Maryland Police Say Viral Story About Woman Calling ICE on Roofers After Job Was Done is False
Authorities say online reports of a homeowner calling immigration agents to avoid paying workers are inaccurate as tensions grow around a Maryland property. Cambridge, MD – Police in Cambridge are responding to…
New Jersey World Cup Tax Hike Sends Message to the World: Don’t Host Your Event In New Jersey
New Jersey World Cup tax plan risks undermining global event it aims to fund A short-term revenue plan tied to the 2026 FIFA World Cup is raising concerns that New Jersey could…
NYC mayor cites Jewish Defense League as extremist group in foiled plot targeting Palestinian activist’s home
Suspect charged after alleged Molotov cocktail plan disrupted by undercover operation New York, NY – New York City Mayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani said a foiled plot to attack a Palestinian-American activist’s home…
New Jersey Governor Declares War With Trump as She Struggles to Advance Her Image and Platform on the National Stage
New Jersey governor launches federal effort while advancing policies opposing White House agenda Trenton, NJ – Move over Gavin Newsom, there’s a new up and coming progressing seeking to unseat you on…