Federal Judge Rejects ICE Detainee’s Bid to Block Transfer From Elizabeth Detention Center

A federal judge dismissed a habeas petition filed by an ICE detainee seeking to prevent his transfer from the Elizabeth Detention Center, ruling the court lacked a legal basis to intervene. Elizabeth,…

Meet Tofu: Playful 9-Month-Old Pit Bull Puppy Seeks Forever Home in Tinton Falls

Associated Humane Societies says Tofu loves other dogs, enjoys car rides, and is ready to find a family to help her grow into a lifelong companion. Tinton Falls, NJ – Associated Humane…

Five $100K lottery wins ignite massive winning week across New Jersey

Twelve winning tickets worth at least $10,000 were sold across the Garden State in just seven days. TRENTON, N.J. — Five $100,000 lottery prizes highlighted a week of big wins across New…

Fugitive Wanted for Jersey City Murder on The Loose

Prosecutors are asking for the public’s help locating a Jersey City man charged with murder and multiple attempted murder counts following a deadly weekend shooting. Jersey City, NJ – The Hudson County…

New Jersey Sues Over New Requirements for Health Coverage, Work

New Jersey joined a coalition of 24 attorneys general and two governors seeking to block a federal rule they say would unlawfully tighten Medicaid work requirement exemptions for medically frail patients. Trenton,…

Judge Tosses Civil Rights Lawsuit Against Livingston Police Department

A federal judge dismissed a wide-ranging civil rights lawsuit accusing the Livingston Police Department of constitutional violations, finding the complaint failed to state a legally viable claim. Newark, NJ – A federal…

New Jersey to Expand Office of Volunteerism to Help SNAP Recipients Meet Federal Work Requirements

New Jersey Bill Advances to Expand Volunteer Portal for Medicaid, SNAP Work Requirements New Jersey Bill Advances to Expand Volunteer Portal for Medicaid, SNAP Work Requirements A New Jersey Assembly committee approved…

NJ Bill Could Penalize Towns That Don’t Build More Housing With Less Priority for State Grants

Legislation advancing in the State Senate would give municipalities preferential access to state grants and other funding if they adopt zoning changes that allow for denser residential development. Trenton, NJ – New…

Federal Judge Dismisses Proposed Class Action Over New Jersey Medical Lab Data Breach

A federal judge has dismissed a proposed class action against New Jersey-based Accu Reference Medical Lab, ruling that the plaintiff failed to establish standing and adequately state her claims stemming from a…

Fiscal Report Estimates New Jersey’s New Election Reform Law Will Cost Taxpayers Millions

A new legislative fiscal analysis projects New Jersey’s sweeping election reform bill will require at least $2.5 million in its first year, with ongoing costs expected to continue indefinitely. Trenton, NJ –…

GOP Senator Blasts Budget Secrecy as New Jersey Lawmakers Near Budget Vote Deadline

Sen. Declan O’Scanlon accused Democratic leaders of withholding details of the state budget until the final hours before a scheduled vote, arguing the process lacks transparency. Trenton, NJ – Republican State Sen.…

Honduran National Booked in Ocean County Jail on Assault, Criminal Mischief Charges

A 29-year-old Honduran citizen was booked into the Ocean County Jail Sunday on assault and criminal mischief charges, with one case carrying no bail while an earlier case remains open on a…

Federal Judge Rejects NJ Sex Offender’s Bid to End Megan’s Law Registration, Parole Restrictions

A federal judge dismissed a lawsuit filed by a Hudson County man seeking to end his Megan’s Law registration and parole supervision for life, ruling the defendants are protected by legal immunity.…

NJ Lawmakers Propose Spending $200,000 to Study Higher Education Bureaucracy

Assembly Bill 1326 would create a 13-member task force to examine higher education governance, oversight and administrative costs, backed by a $200,000 taxpayer-funded appropriation. Trenton, NJ – New Jersey lawmakers are proposing…

Honduran National with ICE Detainer Arrested in Ocean County on Aggravated Assault, Weapons Charges

A 31-year-old Honduran citizen is being held without bail in the Ocean County Jail while facing multiple aggravated assault, weapons, and terroristic threat charges, according to jail records. Toms River, NJ –…

Mexican Migrant Charged for Aggravated Arson in Ocean County

A 40-year-old Mexican citizen was booked into the Ocean County Jail Friday on a second-degree aggravated arson charge and is being held without bail, according to jail records. Toms River, NJ –…

Leaving so Soon? Phil Murphy’s Gotham FC Reportedly Exploring Move From New Jersey to New York City

The reigning NWSL champions are reportedly in talks to move home matches to a new Queens stadium, fueling speculation that Phil Murphy’s soccer club could leave New Jersey after years in Harrison.…

DNA Links Body Found Nearly 50 Years Ago to Missing Maryland Man

New Jersey State Police have identified a homicide victim found in Cumberland County in 1979 as a 20-year-old Baltimore man and are now seeking the public’s help to solve the decades-old case.…

NRA Joins High-Stakes Challenge to New Jersey’s One-Gun-a-Month Law After Federal Judge’s Ruling

A federal judge has allowed the National Rifle Association to join a constitutional lawsuit challenging New Jersey’s one-gun-a-month law, adding one of the nation’s largest gun rights organizations to the case. Camden,…

NJ Morning Traffic Alert: Crash Shuts Down Route 47 as Commuters Face Tunnel, Parkway Delays

A crash investigation has closed Route 47 in Cumberland County Monday morning while heavy commuter traffic is slowing travel at the Lincoln Tunnel, Holland Tunnel, George Washington Bridge and several major North…

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