Murphy administration raids $190M from Clean Energy Fund to fill budget gaps for NJ Transit

Trenton, NJ – New Jersey lawmakers have approved the diversion of $190 million from the state’s Clean Energy Fund to close budget shortfalls in the upcoming fiscal year, reigniting criticism from environmental…

Woman launches antisemitic tirade after crash outside Manalapan Police Station

Manalapan, NJ – A minor car accident outside the Manalapan Township Police Department turned into a disturbing incident of antisemitic abuse after a local woman allegedly hurled slurs at Jewish victims following…

Phil Murphy Explains Why New Jersey Needs a Sales Tax Increase, Slams Plan to Cut Taxes

Trenton, NJ – If taxes are your number one concern, then New Jersey isn’t the state for you. It was the message Governor Phil Murphy rode into Trenton and he’s riding that…

NJDOT bans tractor trailers on several interstates as major winter storm hits the state

TRENTON, NJ – The New Jersey Department of Transportation issued a statewide commercial vehicle travel restriction Friday afternoon as a major winter storm began sweeping across the region, bringing snow, ice, and…

Toms River police department urges drivers to stay off roads as snow and ice move in

TOMS RIVER, NJ – As freezing rain and snow slicked Ocean County roads Friday night, the Toms River Police Department issued a public warning urging residents to avoid travel and drive with…

Ice Warning Issued for Roads in Central Jersey as Storm Brings Freezing Rain

MOUNT HOLLY, NJ – A Winter Weather Advisory remains in effect across much of central and southern New Jersey Friday night through Saturday morning as freezing rain, sleet, and light snow continue…

Winter blast slows Turnpike traffic as Delaware Memorial Bridge reopens after crash

PENNSVILLE TWP., NJ – A band of icy weather triggered slick conditions and speed restrictions across major South Jersey highways Friday evening, prompting authorities to limit traffic to 45 miles per hour…

Powerball bonanza spreads $700K across New Jersey

Twelve New Jersey players win big in Christmas Eve Powerball drawing Trenton, NJ – A dozen Powerball players across New Jersey hit big on Christmas Eve, each claiming either $50,000 or $100,000…

Christmas night chaos as Hamilton man fires at cops

Hamilton domestic dispute ends with suspect firing at officers and facing attempted murder charge Hamilton Township, NJ – A Christmas night domestic call on North Street escalated into a tense standoff when…

Lucky ticket turns Atlantic County gas stop into jackpot site

Egg Harbor gas station sells winning ticket for $254K Jersey Cash 5 jackpot Egg Harbor Township, NJ – A Jersey Cash 5 ticket worth $254,970 was sold at a Lukoil station in…

BMW thief busted after wild Route 22 chase and crash

Westfield home break-in suspect caught after high-speed chase and crash Westfield, NJ – An 18-year-old Newark man is facing multiple charges after a high-speed police pursuit that ended in a crash and…

Essex County resident bags $150K on holiday draw

Newark shopper hits $150K Jersey Cash 5 jackpot on Christmas Eve ticket Newark, NJ – Thursday — A routine stop at a neighborhood supermarket turned into a six-figure holiday miracle for one…

Jackson Township Snow Update: Pre-Salting and Brining Underway Across Town

Jackson Township Mayor Jennifer Kuhn shared a snow emergency update with residents, noting that DPW crews are actively preparing our roads ahead of the incoming winter storm headed toward the town. “Right…

Aberdeen Township opens warming station at Town Hall as snowstorm moves in

ABERDEEN TOWNSHIP, N.J. – With temperatures dropping and heavy snow expected overnight, Aberdeen Township officials announced that Town Hall will open as a public warming station for anyone in need of shelter…

Seals Return to the Jersey Shore and Dog Owners Should Know This

BRIGANTINE, N.J. – The Marine Mammal Stranding Center is urging beachgoers and dog owners to give seals plenty of space after sightings increased along the New Jersey shoreline this week. Officials said…

Perth Amboy issues winter weather advisory with snow expected to intensify Friday evening

PERTH AMBOY, N.J. – City officials are urging residents to prepare for hazardous travel conditions as a winter storm is forecast to bring several hours of heavy snow to the area Friday…

Belleville declares snow emergency ahead of winter storm expected to bring up to 8 inches

BELLEVILLE, N.J. – Township officials have declared a Snow Emergency beginning Friday evening as forecasters predict 5 to 8 inches of snow across the region. The alert, issued by the Township of…

Man arrested in Christmas Day shooting that left one wounded in Edgewood

EDGEWOOD, Md. – A 37-year-old man has been arrested and charged in connection with a Christmas night shooting that left another man seriously injured in Edgewood, the Harford County Sheriff’s Office announced…

Toms River Council Members Seek to Block Mayor Rodrick’s Fight Against Downtown Tower Project

TOMS RIVER, N.J. – Three members of the Toms River Township Council allied with former Mayor Mo Hill have been routinely voting against paying legal bills tied to a lawsuits filed by…

Toms River under winter storm warning with up to 5 inches of snow expected

TOMS RIVER, N.J. – Township officials are warning residents to prepare for hazardous conditions as a Winter Storm Warning goes into effect Friday afternoon, with forecasters calling for as much as five…

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