Mikie Sherrill’s ‘Software Glitch’ Defense Starting to Fall Apart After Vendor Pushes Back
TRENTON, N.J. – Gov. Mikie Sherrill’s explanation that a software glitch caused approximately 6,600 legally ineligible individuals to be added to New Jersey’s voter rolls is facing renewed scrutiny after the state’s…
New Jersey Judge Orders Migrant Woman Released Because She Has Been Living Illegally in the U.S. for a Long Time
FREEHOLD, NJ – A federal judge has ordered the immediate release of a woman held by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement after finding the agency relied on the wrong federal immigration detention…
Lakewood’s Repeat Flooding Renews Fears in 200,000 Population Future of Jackson Township
Lakewood, NJ – Lakewood Township has a problem. Once a sleepy vacation resort in the heavily wooded and sandy-soiled pine forest, it is now a major New Jersey city and a concrete…
More Than 21,000 JCP&L Customers Remain Without Power Days After New Jersey Storms Began
New Jersey – More than 21,800 customers served by JCP&L remained without power Tuesday after a series of storms and nearly four days of rain caused widespread outages across the utility’s service…
New Jersey Bill to Ban Gas-Powered Leaf Blowers Raises Electrifying Questions After Devastating Storms
Trenton, NJ – As municipalities across New Jersey continue cleaning up from powerful summer storms that brought flash flooding, damaging winds and widespread tree damage, lawmakers are considering legislation that would phase…
Wildwood Police Arrest Pennsylvania Teen, Prevent Planned Boardwalk ‘Takeover’ Event
Wildwood, NJ – The Wildwood Police Department announced it successfully prevented a planned boardwalk “takeover” over the Independence Day weekend after investigators learned of the event through NJ Transit Police. According to…
Jackson Township Bans Parking on Another Road as Street Access Concerns Grow
Jackson Township, NJ – Jackson Township has officially prohibited parking along portions of Woodlane Road, citing public safety concerns, increasing traffic volumes and the need to maintain clear access for emergency responders.…
NJ TRANSIT Restores Most Rail Service, Morris & Essex Lines Remain Suspended After Storm Damage
Newark, NJ – NJ TRANSIT has restored regular service on most of its rail network following severe storms that struck New Jersey Friday night, but service remains suspended on the Morris &…
NJ Assemblywoman Criticizes ‘Electrify Everything’ Push After Storm Leaves Thousands Without Power
Trenton, NJ – New Jersey Assemblywoman Dawn Fantasia is criticizing the state’s energy policies after powerful thunderstorms knocked out electricity to more than 150,000 JCP&L customers heading into a sweltering Fourth of…
New Jersey Families Shouldn’t Have to Choose Between Staying Cool and Paying the Electric Bill
As temperatures climb past 100 degrees and air conditioners run nearly nonstop, New Jersey families are confronting a reality that has become all too familiar: opening the next electric bill with a…
New Jersey Heat Wave Peaks Friday as Temperatures Soar Above 100, Relief Arrives This Weekend
Dangerous heat will continue across parts of New Jersey through Saturday, but cooler temperatures and increasing chances of showers and thunderstorms are expected by Sunday. Mount Holly, NJ – The worst of…
Former Ocean County Commissioner Ginny Haines Turns 80 After Life on Public Payroll
Virginia “Ginny” Haines marks her 80th birthday after a career spanning the New Jersey Legislature, the New Jersey Lottery, the Republican National Committee, and Ocean County government. Toms River, NJ – Ocean…
Sweet Jackson pup looking for second chance after long shelter stay
The 6-year-old dog has passed her temperament tests, knows basic commands and is still waiting for the permanent home she’s been hoping for. JACKSON, N.J. — Amber, a 6-year-old dog at the…
Seaside Heights Cops Accused of Removing Trump Flag-Waving Supporters: Here’s What Happened
A resurfaced video showing Seaside Heights police removing women carrying Trump flags from the beach is gaining renewed attention ahead of Independence Day and the nation’s upcoming 250th anniversary, with the women…
Extreme heat prompts cooling shelter opening in Ocean County
Manchester Township officials are opening a cooling shelter for two days as dangerous temperatures and an Extreme Heat Warning grip the region. MANCHESTER TOWNSHIP, N.J. — Manchester Township will open a cooling…
You Should Be Ashamed: New Jersey Lawmaker Slams Third Trimester Abortion and Gender Reassignment Surgeries for Children
The Republican lawmaker sharply criticized Democratic policies on transgender medical care for minors and abortion during a heated Assembly debate, calling for greater protections for children. Trenton, NJ – Assemblyman Paul Kanitra,…
NJ Transit Riders Hit With Fare Increase After Major Delays and World Cup Travel Chaos
A 3% NJ Transit fare hike took effect Tuesday, just one day after widespread rail delays left thousands of commuters stranded and weeks after the agency faced criticism over World Cup-related service…
NJ Dems Target Delaney Hall for New Tax, Block Funding for Victims of Illegal Aliens
New Jersey Republicans criticized Assembly Democrats after lawmakers advanced A4077, arguing the measure unfairly targets businesses serving Delaney Hall while supporters say it increases oversight and funds community programs. TRENTON, N.J. —…
Little Steven’s MonmouthNJ 250 Concert Postponed Due to Dangerous Heat
Officials postponed Friday’s free MonmouthNJ 250 concert featuring Little Steven and the Disciples of Soul as heat index values are expected to reach up to 110 degrees over the holiday weekend. Freehold,…
Tom Kean Jr. Doesn’t Deserve Shame for Depression; Life in New Jersey Isn’t Easy for Anybody
There is something refreshing about honesty in politics. For months, New Jersey Congressman Tom Kean Jr. disappeared from public view while speculation filled the void. Rumors spread. Critics demanded answers. On Tuesday,…
Supreme Court Rules on Birthright Citizenship for “Anchor Baby” Children Born in U.S.; New Jersey Reacts
In a 5-4 decision, the Supreme Court ruled that children born in the United States to parents who are unlawfully or temporarily in the country are citizens under the Fourteenth Amendment. TRENTON,…
