Great White Shark Lurks Off Coast of NYC as NYPD Deploys Drones to Monitor Beaches
New York, NY – The New York City Police Department is deploying drones over city beaches to monitor for sharks and help protect swimmers as Shark Week coincides with increased shark activity…
Mikie Sherrill Sees Middle School in Her Own Town Shut Down Over School Funding Catastrophe in New Jersey
An emotional board decision will shutter a Montclair middle school and reassign students as the district confronts a deep budget shortfall. Montclair, NJ – The Montclair Board of Education voted to close…
Costco CEO vows $1.50 hot dog price will not change despite rising costs
A rare public moment put Costco’s most iconic loss leader back in focus as its CEO reaffirmed a decades-long pricing promise. BRICK, NJ – Good news, New Jersey hot dog fans. While…
Iran conflict stirs support, fear among New Jersey’s Iranian community, ire from Democrat leaders
As U.S. military action escalates overseas, Iranian Americans in New Jersey are expressing a mix of approval, anxiety, and concern for family members caught in the conflict. Bergen County, NJ – The…
NJ Transit lawsuit dismissed after judge finds insufficient injury claim details
A federal court ruling gives plaintiff 30 days to amend complaint and financial filing. Newark, NJ – A federal judge has dismissed a lawsuit filed against NJ Transit after finding the plaintiff…
Federal judge orders ICE to release Guatemalan man detained in Newark within 48 hours
A court ruling in New Jersey found prolonged immigration detention unlawful, mandating immediate supervised release. Newark, NJ – A federal judge has ordered the release of a Guatemalan national detained by Immigration…
Tensions rise in Jersey City as World Cup sponsorship sparks values debate
Op-Ed: When Sponsorship Clashes with Values — Jersey City, Goya, and the World Cup by Gus Penaranda Jersey City, NJ – This June, as the world turns its attention to New Jersey…
Newark Airport wait times swing wildly as TSA shortages and delays strain spring break travel
Travelers passing through Newark Liberty International Airport are facing unpredictable security lines as staffing shortages and ongoing disruptions ripple through one of the nation’s busiest hubs. Newark, NJ – Security wait times…
New Jersey Fans React: Former TLC personality charged in Florida child molestation case from 2020 trip
Authorities say a years-old allegation involving a child victim surfaced during a recent interview, leading to an arrest and pending extradition. Bay County, FL – A 31-year-old man identified as a former…
Two New Jersey towns ranked among safest cities in America in 2026 report
Two Bergen County communities have landed on a national list highlighting the lowest crime rates in the country, according to newly released data. Bergen County, NJ – Emerson and Allendale have been…
YouTuber Tyler Oliveira Fought Lakewood and Lakewood Won
A viral YouTube clash with a tight-knit community triggers backlash and fallout. YouTuber Tyler Oliveira faces backlash after Lakewood video sparks controversy Lakewood, NJ – A high-profile YouTube video targeting Lakewood’s Orthodox…
New Jersey wants to ban A.I. in political campaign advertising
Proposed law would criminalize deceptive AI political ads and require disclosure labels. Trenton, NJ – A New Jersey Senate bill would impose new restrictions on the use of artificial intelligence in political…
NJ Transit must improve safety at bus stops in New Jersey’s most dangerous locations lawmaker says
Proposed law would require barriers and lighting at bus stops in areas with elevated crash risk. Trenton, NJ – A newly introduced bill in the New Jersey Assembly would require NJ Transit…
New Jersey Menstrual Equity Sought For All College Campuses
A newly introduced New Jersey bill would require every public college and university to create and carry out a campus menstrual equity plan within a year. Trenton, NJ – A bill introduced…
New Jersey moves forward on subsidized apartment renter bill of rights
A sweeping New Jersey housing bill would increase inspections, penalties, and landlord disclosure rules for subsidized rental properties. Trenton, NJ – A newly introduced bill in the New Jersey Assembly would create…
New Jersey advances sweeping ban on food dyes and additives in school lunches
Lawmakers move to restrict 10 substances, with school dye ban set for 2028. Trenton, NJ – New Jersey lawmakers are advancing legislation that would prohibit a range of food additives and artificial…
Scam Alert: New Jersey court notices tricking people to pay for bogus tickets and fines
Bold red “scam alert” flags fraudulent court notices targeting residents with payment demands. Newark, NJ – A new wave of fraudulent traffic violation notices is targeting New Jersey residents, using official-looking documents…
Newark police seek two suspects after gunfire on South 10th Street
Authorities recovered shell casings after a ShotSpotter alert signaled gunfire in a Newark neighborhood. Newark, NJ – Police are asking for the public’s help identifying two individuals wanted in connection with a…
Small dogs abandoned across three New Jersey towns spark investigation and reward offer
Sussex County, NJ – A series of dog abandonment incidents across three municipalities on Monday has prompted a multi-agency investigation and a public appeal for information, with officials confirming that several small…
Newark police search for suspect accused of stealing license plate on Grove Street
Newark, NJ – Police are asking for the public’s help identifying a suspect accused of removing a license plate from a parked vehicle in Newark earlier this month, an incident captured on…
West New York police join nearly 7,000 plungers at Seaside Heights Polar Plunge
Thousands of participants, including West New York police officers, entered frigid ocean waters to raise money for Special Olympics New Jersey during Saturday’s annual Polar Plunge. Seaside Heights, NJ – Members of…
