Uber Eats driver attacked and robbed of moped in Newark carjacking

Police say the delivery driver was assaulted at an intersection before one suspect rode away on the victim’s moped. NEWARK, N.J. — Newark police are asking for the public’s help identifying three…

Jackson Township, Mayor Jennifer Kuhn Hit With Default in Employee Retaliation Lawsuit

Jackson Township, Mayor Jennifer Kuhn was placed in default after failing to respond to a retaliation lawsuit accusing township officials of targeting a code enforcement officer, though a judge later allowed the…

Toms River Mayor Rodrick Houses Homeless Ahead of Scorching Heat Wave

Ahead of Dangerous Heat Wave, Toms River Again Moves Growing Homeless Population Into Temporary Housing As extreme summer temperatures return to New Jersey, Toms River has once again placed homeless individuals into…

Children Seriously Injured After Howell Crash Sparks Lawsuit Over Dangerous Roadside Boulders

A lawsuit claims two children suffered permanent injuries after a crash at a Howell Township intersection sent their vehicle into large boulders that plaintiffs allege had long posed a known danger to…

$2.3 million Jersey Cash 5 jackpot sold at New Jersey grocery store

The winning ticket was sold at an Essex County grocery store in Monday night’s drawing. TRENTON, N.J. — A New Jersey Lottery player is holding a ticket worth $2,327,955 after matching all…

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Veteran Teaneck Cop Blows Whistle on Excessive Force, Retaliation in New Lawsuit

A Teaneck police officer who won a multimillion-dollar whistleblower verdict has filed a new lawsuit, alleging township officials retaliated against him again by suspending him just weeks before his landmark civil rights…

Teaneck Fire Truck Crash Sparks Lawsuit Alleging Driver’s Negligence Left Motorist Permanently Injured

A New Jersey man has filed a lawsuit against the Township of Teaneck, its fire department, and a firefighter, alleging he suffered permanent injuries after a fire truck struck his vehicle on…

Belleville Resident Sues School Board, Seeks to Void Nearly 200 Layoffs Over Closed-Door Meeting Claims

A Belleville resident has filed a lawsuit seeking to overturn nearly 200 school layoffs, alleging the Board of Education intentionally moved a controversial meeting to a cramped venue to discourage public participation…

Mikie Sherrill Signs $60.7 Billion New Jersey Budget That Funds Migrant Legal Fees, Defunds Suburban Schools

Governor Mikie Sherrill is calling New Jersey’s new $60.7 billion budget the most fiscally responsible in years, but Republicans say the record spending plan falls short on affordability and transparency while expanding…

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. —…

Galloway Police Reel In Families for Annual Cops N’ Bobbers Fishing Derby

Dozens of children spent the day fishing alongside police officers at Patriot Lake, with some young anglers catching more than 30 fish during the annual community event. Galloway Township, NJ – The…

Howell Community Invited to Donate at Riley’s Gift of Life Blood Drive for Teen Cancer Survivor

A blood and platelet drive honoring Howell High School student Riley Risden will be held Wednesday to help children battling cancer and support future patients in need of lifesaving transfusions. Freehold, NJ…

Chemical Process Triggers Fire Response at Cherry Hill Facility, No Public Threat Found

Hazardous materials teams responded after smoke and an odor were reported at an industrial facility, but officials determined there was no danger to the public. Cherry Hill, NJ – The Cherry Hill…

Teaneck Police Highlight Free Narcan Program, Addiction Resources at Community Event

Teaneck police joined addiction recovery advocates at Votee Park to raise awareness of free Narcan access and support services available throughout Bergen County. Teaneck, NJ – The Teaneck Police Department partnered with…

Nonprofit Wrestling Foundation to Host Community Business Showcase in Toms River

The New Jersey Pro Wrestling Foundation will bring together local families and small businesses for a community event and vendor showcase at the First United Methodist Church this August. Toms River, NJ…

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,…

New Jersey Town Charges Homeowners After Massive Parties Overwhelm Police, Shut Down Wawa

Police say two large house parties drew hundreds of people, leading to fights, underage drinking, road closures, and the temporary shutdown of a nearby Wawa. Monroe Township, NJ – Two Monroe Township…

Judge Clears New Jersey-Led Lawsuit Against Meta to Proceed to Trial

A federal judge denied Meta’s bid for summary judgment, allowing New Jersey and a bipartisan coalition of attorneys general to move forward with claims over Facebook and Instagram’s impact on children. Trenton,…

Settlement Enforcement Motion Withdrawn in Lawsuit Involving Ocean GOP Chairman George Gilmore

A post-settlement court dispute involving Ocean County GOP Chairman George Gilmore and his wife, Joanne Gilmore, was withdrawn one day before Gilmore was re-elected to lead the Ocean County Republican Organization. Toms…

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