NJ Transit Quietly Scales Back Ambitious $22 Million Bus Lane After World Cup
Newark, NJ – A new NJ TRANSIT after-action report on transportation operations during the FIFA World Cup does not cancel the long-discussed Meadowlands Transitway. Instead, the report concludes that future events at…
New Jersey bill seeks to label nuclear power as renewable energy and grant tax credit for clean baseload output
TRENTON — A bill introduced in the New Jersey General Assembly would classify nuclear fission as a renewable energy source and create a tax credit for facilities producing continuous, emissions-free electricity. Sponsored…
Progressives Clash With Climate Activists as New Flood Rule Would Negatively Impact Affordable Housing Mandates
TRENTON, N.J. — A major rulemaking initiative to fortify New Jersey against rising sea levels and increasing flood risks is facing both pushback and support as the state nears a key decision…
Nutley police say thieves targeting high end vehicles in the community
NUTLEY, N.J. — Nutley police are investigating a residential break-in that occurred early Saturday morning on Rutgers Place, where a suspect entered a home through a window in an apparent attempt to…
ICE arrests 4 illegal alien child sex offenders in New Jersey during Operation Apex Predator
NEWARK, N.J. — U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents in Newark arrested four undocumented immigrants with convictions related to child sexual exploitation as part of an ongoing initiative known as Operation…
New Jersey city issues public safety warning as National Guard dignitaries arrive for event
NEWARK, NJ — U.S. National Guard dignitaries are scheduled to arrive in Newark’s North Ward on Monday for a regional visit to their offices, according to the Newark Department of Public Safety.…
Woman sexually assaulted inside her home by unknown man in Jersey City
JERSEY CITY — Authorities are investigating a reported sexual assault that occurred late Saturday night on Sussex Street, according to the Hudson County Prosecutor’s Office. Just after 11:30 p.m., Jersey City police…
Belleville police arrest armed suspect after Newark shooting spills into town
BELLEVILLE, NJ — A Newark man was taken into custody Monday night after a shooting at the Stephen Crane Housing Complex in Newark led to a foot pursuit and arrest in Belleville,…
Staten Island man charged for racing, fleeing, and trying to escape the country after a deadly Parkway crash.
MIDDLETOWN, NJ — Four people have been charged in connection with a deadly June crash on the Garden State Parkway that left one young man dead and another seriously injured, Middlesex County…
Man found dead on Jersey City street as police launch murder investigation
JERSEY CITY, NJ — Authorities are investigating the death of a 56-year-old man found unresponsive on a Jersey City street Friday morning, according to the Hudson County Prosecutor’s Office. At approximately 9:00…
Milwaukee man arrested for sexual extortion of New Jersey child under 13
NORTH ARLINGTON, N.J. — A 34-year-old Milwaukee man has been arrested and charged with multiple offenses after investigators uncovered a months-long case of online sexual extortion targeting a child under 13 in…
Two men charged after gunfire erupts during Saddle River dispute
SADDLE RIVER, N.J. — Two men have been arrested and charged following a shooting incident outside a Saddle River residence that stemmed from an ongoing dispute between two groups, Bergen County Prosecutor…
Four pedestrians struck in New Jersey crash, including children; 4-year-old killed
OAKLAND, N.J. — A 4-year-old boy was killed and three others were injured Thursday afternoon when a vehicle struck multiple pedestrians at a busy Oakland intersection, officials said. At approximately 3:43 p.m.,…
Rochelle Park man arrested in Hackensack screwdriver assault following street dispute
HACKENSACK, N.J. — A Rochelle Park man was arrested Friday on assault and weapons charges after allegedly stabbing a pedestrian with a screwdriver during a confrontation on Essex Street, Hackensack Police said.…
Four men and one teen indicted in armed robbery near Hackensack street corner
HACKENSACK, N.J. — Authorities have arrested and indicted four men and a juvenile in connection with an armed robbery that occurred near the intersection of East Pleasantview Avenue and Kipp Street, Bergen…
Mikie Sherrill to Combat Islamaphobia Across New Jersey if Elected
PARSIPPANY, N.J. — Rep. Mikie Sherrill met with members of the Muslim American community in Parsippany over the weekend to discuss key issues affecting New Jersey residents, including property taxes, public transportation,…
Murphy Administration Approves Floating Solar Farms on Drinking Water Reservoir, What Could Go Wrong?
TRENTON — New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy and his administration are pushing forward with their latest clean energy proposal: A massive solar farm floating in the water of a North Jersey reservoir…
Newark police seek public’s help ID’ing armed robbery suspect at car wash
NEWARK, NJ — Newark authorities are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a suspect who robbed a car wash attendant at gunpoint earlier this month. According to Public Safety Director Emanuel…
New Jersey faces power supply crunch after 2,700 MW in plant closures over eight years
TRENTON — New Jersey has lost approximately 2,708 megawatts of in-state energy generation capacity since 2017 due to the closure of seven major power plants, according to available data. The shutdowns, which…
New Jersey’s loses court battle as judge rules Murphy ban on immigrant detention centers illegal
PHILADELPHIA — A federal appeals court has ruled that New Jersey cannot prohibit private companies from contracting with federal authorities to detain immigrants, striking down a state law passed in 2021 that…
North Bergen man faces upgraded charge after Leonia hit-and-run victim dies
LEONIA, N.J. — A North Bergen man is now facing an upgraded charge after a 77-year-old woman struck in a Leonia hit-and-run earlier this month died from her injuries, authorities announced Monday.…
