Challenge Accepted: Justice Dept. Says After Gov. Mikie Sherrill Refuses Federal Request for New Jersey Voter Data
Trenton, NJ – A dispute between New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill and the U.S. Department of Justice escalated Tuesday after a top federal official responded “Challenge accepted” to the governor’s refusal to…
Tim Walz Appears to Call Harris a Young “Prostitutor” at Campaign Rally
It looks like Governor Tim Walz had quite the verbal slip-up, referring to Kamala Harris’ early career as a “young prostitutor” instead of “prosecutor.” Of course, that’s not a real job title—just…
Watch: Newark Police Are Seeking to Identify Woman Who Kicked in Front Door
NEWARK, NJ – The Newark Department of Public Safety is asking for assistance in identifying a female suspect involved in an act of criminal mischief on September 8, 2024. The incident occurred…
Columbian Arrested for 2023 Murder in Jersey City at Newark International Airport
JERSEY CITY, NJ – A fugitive wanted in connection with the 2023 death of Luz Hernandez has been arrested and extradited to the United States. Leiner Miranda Lopez, 28, was taken into…
Do You Know Her? Newark Police Seek Woman for Questioning in Recent Shooting
NEWARK, NEW JERSEY – The Newark Department of Public Safety is requesting the public’s assistance in locating 27-year-old Andalcio Nosizwe, who is wanted for questioning in connection with a shooting that took…
Long Island Driver Sentenced to 15 Years for Wrong-Way Crash That Paralyzed Woman
BROOKLYN, NEW YORK – A Long Island man has been sentenced to up to 15 years in prison for causing a devastating wrong-way crash in East Williamsburg that left a 28-year-old woman…
Elderly Man on Bicycle Struck and Killed on Henry Hudson Trail
MARLBORO TOWNSHIP, N.J. — Authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of a 74-year-old bicyclist who was fatally struck by a vehicle on Monday morning, the Monmouth County Prosecutor’s Office announced.…
Multiple North Jersey Area Schools Locked Down After Threat Warning
NUTLEY, N.J. — A police investigation on Thursday led to a temporary lockdown of schools in the Nutley area, according to the Nutley Police Department. The lockdown was implemented as a precaution…
The New Jersey Ban Hammer is Swinging Again, This Time It’s Plastic Bottles
New Jersey has become a leader in environmental reform, but its recent moves to ban plastics, gas-powered leaf blowers, and other fuel-dependent equipment have drawn mixed reactions. While the goals behind these…
New Jersey Bans Sale of Unregulated THC Laced Soft Drinks
TRENTON, N.J. — Gov. Phil Murphy signed legislation today to regulate the sale of intoxicating hemp products and beverages, a move that addresses the growing presence of Delta-8 THC in unregulated markets.…
New Jersey Senate Passes Tax Exemption Bill on Investment Metals and Coins
TRENTON, NJ – In a significant move to bolster investment in precious metals, the Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee has reported favorably on Senate Bill No. 1825, which would exempt investment metal…
This Giant Jersey Shore Fire Hydrant is Just for Dogs
WILDWOOD, NJ – If you’re heading to Wildwood, New Jersey with your furry BFF, make sure to hit up the Wildwood Dog Park & Beach—it’s basically a doggie paradise with a side…
Woman Sues Police Department After Cop Snatched Nudes Off Her Phone During Traffic Stop
FLORISSANT, Mo. — A 24-year-old woman from Missouri filed a $25,000 lawsuit on Friday, accusing a former Florissant police officer of misconduct during a February traffic stop. The woman, identified in court…
Watch as Jersey Boy Jon Bon Jovi Saves Suicidal Woman from Jump off Nashville Bridge
TOMS RIVER, NJ – When we think of Jon Bon Jovi, we usually picture him shredding on a guitar, belting out Livin’ on a Prayer, or making 80s hair look cool. But…
Only in Pennsylvania: Watch as President Biden Called an Old Fart and Dons Trump Hat
Shanksville, PA – In a scene that sounds more like an SNL sketch than a presidential visit, President Joe Biden found himself in a rather unusual exchange with a Trump supporter during…
Horse Rescued in New Jersey Turnpike Crash Euthanized
CHERRY HILL, N.J. — This week, first responders were able to save two horses from a crash on the New Jersey Turnpike. SNN has been informed that one of those horses had…
Berkeley Fire Reaches Full Containment, Forest Fire Service Reports
BERKELEY TOWNSHIP, N.J. — Fire crews reached full containment of the Fishers Pit Wildfire on Wednesday afternoon after it burned 189 acres in Ocean County, according to the New Jersey Forest Fire…
Frank Sinatra’s Used Towel from Last Atlantic City Appearance on Display at New Jersey Sub Shop
ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. — A pink hand towel, used by Frank Sinatra during one of his final performances, hangs in a display case at the White House Sub Shop, a historic eatery…
New Jersey Army Recruiter Stole Recruit Bank Info to Obtain Fraudulent Loans
NEWARK, N.J. — A U.S. Army sergeant first class and recruiter has been charged with bank fraud and aggravated identity theft in connection with a scheme to defraud a credit union by…
New Jersey Lottery launches campaign to prevent underage gambling
TRENTON — The New Jersey Lottery has launched its annual “Not 18 Yet? No Bet” awareness campaign, aimed at reminding residents and retailers of the state’s prohibition on lottery sales to minors.…
New Jersey Senators Booker, Helmy Introduce Bill to Provide Free Cancer Screenings for Firefighters
TRENTON, NJ — Senators George Helmy (D-NJ) and Cory Booker (D-NJ) introduced legislation on Thursday aimed at providing critical healthcare to America’s firefighters. The Firefighter Investments to Recognize Exposure to Cancer Act…
