Newark Fugitive Wanted on Violent Charges Captured in North Carolina After Yearlong Manhunt
Newark, NJ – A fugitive sought in connection with several violent crimes in Newark has been arrested in North Carolina following what authorities described as a yearlong, multi-agency investigation. Isaiah Ketchens was…
Why Does the Battleship New Jersey Have So Much Wood on Steel Warship?
CAMDEN, NJ – If you have ever been to the battleship U.S.S. New Jersey, you might have left wondering, “Why is there so much wood on a battleship?” Ryan Semansky, Curator at…
Chris Christie Tossed from Iowa Debate Between DeSantis and Haley
MORRISTOWN, NJ – CNN has announced that former Governor Chris Christie will not participate in the upcoming GOP presidential debate in Iowa, leaving candidates Ron DeSantis and Nikki Haley as the sole…
TGI Fridays to Shut Down Seven Restaurants in New Jersey
EATONTOWN, NJ – TGI Fridays has announced a significant shift in its operations with the sale of eight corporate-owned restaurants in the Northeast to former CEO Ray Blanchette. This move is part…
Women Shine in Ocean County Politics Taking Key Positions in Local Governments
BRICK TOWNSHIP, NJ – In a landmark event for Brick Township, Lisa Crate was sworn in as the first female mayor in the municipality’s nearly 174-year history. The annual Reorganization Meeting of…
New Jersey Lawmaker Slams Phil Murphy for Putting Migrants Ahead of Veterans
TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy’s recent allocation of $87.8 million towards undocumented immigrants has sparked criticism from Assembly Republican Leader John DiMaio. The funds, intended for individuals who did…
Trenton Duo Convicted of Murder Sentenced to 60 Years in Prison
TRENTON, NJ — Mercer County Prosecutor Angelo J. Onofri announced this week that Treizon Thompson, 23, and Tyzir Hamilton, 22, have been sentenced to 60 years in state prison each, without the…
Toms River Man Sold Banned Chinese Cameras to Police Departments Across New Jersey
Tamer Zakhary, 49, of Toms River, New Jersey, faces charges for allegedly selling non-compliant security cameras and equipment to law enforcement agencies, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced. Zakhary, CEO of a…
Massive Fire at Elizabeth Industrial Park Continues Burning
ELIZABETH, NJ – A large fire engulfed a warehouse on Trumbull Street in Elizabeth, New Jersey, early Friday morning. The blaze, which was first reported around 5:30 a.m. by a passerby, quickly…
New Jersey Fighting to Collect Child Support for Child Under State Protection
TRENTON, NJ — The Senate Health, Human Services, and Senior Citizens Committee has passed a bill sponsored by Senate Majority Leader M. Teresa Ruiz aimed at reforming the process of collecting child…
Hundreds Evacuated, 24 Injured as NYC Subway Trains Collide
NEW YORK, NY – A collision involving two subway trains on the Upper West Side of Manhattan Thursday afternoon resulted in 24 injuries and the evacuation of hundreds of passengers. The incident…
New Jersey Democrats Panicking Over Immigration Crisis They Supported Until Now
TRENTON, NJ – Senator Holly Schepisi (R-39) today criticized the Murphy administration and Democrats for prioritizing undocumented migrants over New Jersey residents amid escalating issues stemming from New York City’s migrant crisis.…
New Jersey Dems Push Bill to Allow Doulas in ‘Birthing Centers’ and Hospitals
TRENTON, NJ — The Senate Health, Human Services, and Senior Citizens Committee has moved forward with a bill aimed at enhancing maternal health care in New Jersey. The legislation, sponsored by Senate…
New Jersey Seeks to Expand Free School Lunch Program
TRENTON, NJ — The Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee has advanced a bill sponsored by Senate Majority Leader M. Teresa Ruiz, aiming to expand the availability of free school meals. This legislation…
New Jersey Lawmakers Push New Liquor Bill After Murphy Veto
New Jersey Senate Committee Advances Bill to Revamp Alcoholic Beverage Laws TRENTON, NJ — The Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee has advanced a comprehensive bill, sponsored by Senators Vin Gopal, Troy Singleton,…
Report Shows Exodus from New Jersey Continued in 2023 Leading Nation for Six Years
TRENTON, NJ – United Van Lines released its 47th Annual National Movers Study on Jan. 2, revealing a continuing trend of Americans moving eastward and southward, favoring affordability and comparable amenities to…
Bergen County Police Academy Fires Instructors, Classes Suspended Over Allegations
RUTHERFORD, NJ – At the recent commencement ceremony of Bergen Academy’s 131st class, a notable absence of instructors marked the event at Felician University on December 15. The New Jersey Police Training…
Senator Bramnick Swears in Toms River Mayor, Ushering In Change in State’s 8th Largest Town
TOMS RIVER, NJ – New Jersey State Senator John Bramnick conducted the swearing-in of Toms River’s newly elected Mayor Dan Rodrick and councilmembers Lynn O’Toole, Tom Nivison, and Craig Coleman at the…
New Jersey Democrat Mayor Says Migrants Not Welcome In His City
EDISON, NJ – The mayor of Edison New Jersey, Democrat Sam Joshi declared that immigrants are not welcome in his city. Responding to an influx of busses full of migrants from Texas…
Chris Christie Says He Supported Trump Twice Only Because He Was Winning
NEWARK, NJ – Former New Jersey Governor Chris Christie publicly expressed regret over his previous endorsements of Donald Trump for the presidential elections in 2016 and 2020. Christie acknowledged his error in…
Planned Parenthood Opposes New Jersey Bill Restricting Contact With Minors on Social Media
TRENTON, NJ – Planned Parenthood Action Fund of New Jersey (PPAFNJ) is actively campaigning against a New Jersey legislative bill aimed at regulating minors’ access to social media. This bill mandates parental…
