New Jersey Unemployment Rate Falls to 4.5%, But State Still Ranks Among Nation’s Highest
Trenton, NJ – New Jersey’s unemployment rate edged down to 4.5% in June, according to preliminary data released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, marking continued improvement after the state’s jobless…
Virginia born Mikie Sherrill sworn in as New Jersey’s first elected Democrat woman governor
Newark, NJ – Mikie Sherrill was sworn in today as New Jersey’s first Democrat woman governor, but she is not the first New Jersey born woman to serve in that role. In…
A family’s desperate search underway after puppy stolen inside SUV near Newark
Newark, NJ – A family is pleading for the public’s help after their gray BMW X5 was stolen Sunday evening with their puppy still inside, sparking an urgent search across North Jersey.…
E-ZPass tolls should be tax deductible in New Jersey, lawmakers push new bill to make it happen
Trenton, NJ – A bipartisan Senate proposal would allow New Jersey drivers to deduct up to $1,000 in E-ZPass tolls from their gross income taxes, offering targeted relief to commuters who regularly…
Mikie Sherrill Says Trump, ICE Inciting Peaceful Protesters to Spark Violence for His “Militia”
NEWARK, N.J. – The protesters in Minnesota have been peaceful, but ICE agents haven’t been. That is the messaging coming out of New Jersey today from its future governor. Governor-elect Mikie Sherrill…
Councilman Pollak Demands Transparency on Chief of Police Million Dollar Lawsuit Settlement, Ouster
JACKSON, NJ – Accountability and transparency has taken a back seat to confidentiality, secrecy, and deception in Jackson Township when it comes to an alleged seven-figure settlement to oust JacksonPolice Chief Matthew…
Facebook “plates” craze turns home kitchens into underground restaurants across New Jersey
Toms River, NJ – Local restaurants who depend on Door Dash and Uber Eats are facing a growing new competitor, Facebook Eats. Unlike the two commercial food delivery services, Facebook Plates allows…
New Jersey Could See Another Energy Bill Spike in 2026, As Sherill Promises Day One Freeze
TRENTON, NJ – The only people who will see a freeze on day one of Mikie Sherill’s term in the governor’s office are the people who can’t afford to pay their electric…
Mayor Rodrick Opposes Council Patronage Measures, Reaffirms Commitment to Transparency and Taxpayer Protection
TOMS RIVER, NJ – At this week’s township council meeting, Toms River Mayor Rodrick delivered a strong message of transparency and fairness, sharply criticizing recent council proposals that prioritize political insiders over …
‘Get Rid of the Retard by January’ Jackson Mayor Facing Workplace Discrimination Lawsuit
TOMS RIVER, N.J. – A Jackson Township employee has filed a lawsuit in Ocean County Superior Court accusing township officials, including Mayor Jennifer Kuhn and the Township of Jackson of workplace harassment,…
Rodrick Says ‘No Way’ To New Political Patronage Job Created by ‘Mo Hill Gang’ Council
TOMS RIVER, N.J. – It’s the first regular township council meeting of 2026 and the newly elected township council is already creating jobs for their close friends and political allies by restoring…
Things New Jersey Gen Xers did in the 80s that are unheard of and unacceptable today
As kids growing up in the 80s in New Jersey, we did it a bit differently than kids do it today. Now, first, this isn’t a ‘get off my lawn’ post, but…
Toms River Police Chief Backs Mayor’s Decision to Veto Council’s Ordinance on Police Testing
TOMS RIVER, N.J. – Mayor Dan Rodrick has promised to veto a Toms River Township Council measure that would have extended an expired police promotion list, siding with Police Chief Guy Maire…
The Lakewood Scoop Named Official Newspaper of Jackson in Unanimous Council Vote
JACKSON, NJ – The Jackson Township Council has voted to name the Lakewood Scoop, Jersey Shore Online, and the Asbury Park Press as the official newspapers of the township. Based out of…
New Ocean County Commissioner faces scrutiny over continued ratepayer-funded health benefits at Toms River MUA
TOMS RIVER, N.J. – Newly elected Ocean County Commissioner Shmuel “Sam” Ellenbogen is drawing renewed criticism for continuing to receive free, high-value health benefits from the Toms River Municipal Utilities Authority, where…
Jackson under fire for appointing wives of planning board members, councilman to MUA
JACKSON TOWNSHIP, N.J. – A pair of appointments to the Jackson Municipal Utilities Authority has sparked controversy over potential conflicts of interest after one of Mayor Jennifer L. Kuhn’s appointees were identified…
NJ GOP senators propose bill requiring local police and courts to work with ICE on deportations
TRENTON, NJ – A group of Republican lawmakers has introduced legislation that would compel New Jersey police, correctional facilities, and courts to cooperate directly with federal immigration authorities when handling cases involving…
Doxxing the NYPD? New York City Bans Police from Using Police Plaza as Contact Address for Medical Emergencies
NEW YORK, NY – A new internal policy from the Fire Department of New York (FDNY) is drawing criticism from within city emergency services after requiring that emergency medical reports for injured…
Muslim Heritage Month flag raised above City Hall Newark as residents chant Allahu Ackbar
NEWARK, NJ – The Muslim flag was raised above Newark City Hall Friday afternoon as city officials, faith leaders, and community members gathered to mark New Jersey’s observance of Muslim Heritage Month…
New Jersey Teens Could Soon Hide Their Mental Health Issues from Parents Under Proposed Law
TRENTON, NJ – New Jersey lawmakers are considering a proposal that would allow minors as young as 14 to seek behavioral health treatment without parental consent, lowering the current threshold by two…
NJ Democrats push bill to offer full Medicaid healthcare access to undocumented immigrants
TRENTON, NJ – A proposal introduced in the New Jersey Legislature would make the state one of the first in the nation to provide full medical assistance to undocumented immigrants, expanding eligibility…
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