NJ sober house operator charged after SWAT search raids

Sober living operator arrested in Cape May County sexual assault investigation MIDDLE TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A Cape May Court House man was arrested following an investigation into allegations of sexual assault connected…

Today in New Jersey History: The Devastating Ash Wednesday Storm of 1962

One of the most destructive coastal storms in state history began battering the Jersey Shore on March 5. Trenton, NJ – March 5 marks the beginning of one of the most destructive…

New Jersey moves to provide additional housing rights to immigrants

Proposed legislation would ban landlords from using immigration status to intimidate or evict residential tenants. Trenton, NJ – New Jersey lawmakers have introduced legislation aimed at strengthening tenant protections by prohibiting landlords…

$4.8 Million in Additional State Aid for Jefferson Township Schools Requested

Proposed legislation would provide emergency operational funding to help close a budget gap in the Morris County school district. Trenton, NJ – A New Jersey lawmaker is seeking nearly $4.8 million in…

New Jersey says Attorney General should have more requirements to serve as top law enforcement official in state

Proposed legislation would establish minimum age, residency, and legal experience requirements for the role. Trenton, NJ – A new bill introduced in the New Jersey Legislature would establish formal qualifications for individuals…

New Jersey Bill Targets Algorithmic Rent Pricing Used by Landlords

Proposed legislation would make it illegal for landlords to use software that analyzes market data to set rental prices. Trenton, NJ – A new bill introduced in the New Jersey Senate aims…

Hackensack cops revive 78 year old man after sudden cardiac arrest

Life saved after Hackensack officers rush to cardiac arrest call HACKENSACK, N.J. — Quick action by several Hackensack police officers helped save the life of a 78-year-old man who suffered cardiac arrest…

Brick Township Breaks Down Turning Podcaster’s Snow Removal Complaints Into Action to Reform Storm Reponse

Brick officials say they are conducting a deep review of the township’s public works operations and contractors following widespread complaints after a February blizzard. Brick, NJ – Brick Township officials say they…

Police Report: Facebook Scanner News Operator Had Alleged ‘Hit List’ When He Showed Up for Fight With U.S. Army Veteran

Authorities say a New Jersey blogger showed up at a veteran’s home over social media posts, sparking a physical confrontation captured on a Ring camera. Beachwood, NJ – A confrontation between a…

Human Skull Found in Woods Near Wildwood

Authorities say skeletal remains believed to belong to an adult were found during a coordinated search in the Whitesboro section of Cape May County. Cape May Court House, NJ – A quiet…

Newark porch pirate sought by police after theft caught on camera

Authorities say a woman dressed in black was caught on surveillance stealing a package from a Carolina Avenue porch Tuesday morning. Newark, NJ – A package thief captured on home surveillance video…

Police Warn Public to Stay Out of Vacant Jackson School Recently Sold to Major Lakewood Yeshiva

Authorities say several arrests have already been made at the former Christa McAuliffe Middle School following trespassing incidents tied to a social media trend. Jackson, NJ – Police in Jackson Township are…

New Jersey chocolate factory explosion injures four workers

A powerful explosion at a cocoa butter processing facility in Gloucester County critically injured four workers and triggered a shelter-in-place order for nearby residents. Logan Township, NJ – A powerful explosion rocked…

Sherrill Criticizes Trump Administration Response as New Jerseyans Stranded in Middle East

Governor Mikie Sherrill says communication failures left residents stranded abroad while her administration works with federal officials to bring them home. Trenton, NJ – Governor Mikie Sherrill on Tuesday criticized the Trump…

Large Disturbance at Piscataway High School Basketball Game Prompts Police Response

Authorities say order was restored after a crowd disturbance outside the gym led police to request assistance from neighboring departments. Piscataway, NJ – A large disturbance involving numerous individuals broke out Tuesday…

Suspect uses Google Translate to threaten Newark cashier in attempted restaurant robbery

Suspect throws coffee and flees after failed holdup NEWARK, N.J. — Police are searching for a man who allegedly used a phone translation app to threaten a cashier during an attempted robbery…

Police in Newark seeking to identify porch pirate

Investigators say the stolen delivery contained food and medicine. Newark, NJ – The Newark Department of Public Safety is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a man wanted in connection with…

State launches campaign to unmask hidden gambling addiction

New Jersey Lottery spotlights problem gambling awareness efforts across state TRENTON, N.J. — The New Jersey Lottery and the Council on Compulsive Gambling of New Jersey are marking March as Problem Gambling…

Dog stabbed during domestic dispute recovering but being treated as “evidence” by legal system

Monmouth County SPCA says the rescued dog is healing physically but struggling emotionally during long-term confinement. Freehold, NJ – A dog named Trouble, who survived a stab wound during a domestic dispute,…

Long Branch man pleads guilty to fatal 2025 stabbing on Broadway

Prosecutors say the defendant faces 26 years in state prison for killing 35-year-old Eren Kurkcu. Long Branch, NJ – Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced that a 22-year-old Long Branch man…

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