Seaside Heights Pedestrian Injured in 2022 Crash Speaks Out About Recovery and Transparency

A man who suffered a traumatic brain injury after being struck by a vehicle in Seaside Heights is sharing his story publicly as he continues his recovery nearly four years later. SEASIDE…

Pork Roll, Egg, and Queens Drag Brunch to Cap Off Ocean County’s Pride Weekend

A drag brunch at Seaside Social House will close out a three-day Pride Weekend celebration that brought events to Toms River and Seaside Heights. SEASIDE HEIGHTS, N.J. — Pride Weekend festivities in…

Brush Fire Reported Behind Bayville AutoZone Along Route 9

Firefighters responded to a smoldering brush fire reported behind the AutoZone store on Atlantic City Boulevard in Bayville. BAYVILLE, N.J. — Emergency crews were dispatched to a brush fire Sunday behind the…

New Jersey Lawmakers Just Gave AI Datacenters Huge Tax Breaks, Now They Don’t Want AI

Just two years after New Jersey approved hundreds of millions in tax incentives to attract artificial intelligence projects, many Democratic officials and advocacy groups are pushing to slow or stop large-scale AI…

NJ Lawmakers Unanimously Pass Domestic Violence Parole Tracking Bill

A New Jersey bill aimed at improving communication between courts and parole officials in domestic violence cases passed the Assembly without a single opposing vote. TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey lawmakers have…

Ortley Beach: A great family friendly destination minutes from Seaside Heights crowds

Sunny skies, summer temperatures and refreshing ocean water are expected to make Ortley Beach one of the Jersey Shore’s top destinations this weekend. ORTLEY BEACH, N.J. — With temperatures climbing into the…

New Jersey Bill Would Make it a Crime to Protest at Abortion Clinics, Block Entry

A controversial New Jersey bill creating new criminal penalties for interference with reproductive health care services cleared another legislative hurdle after split committee votes in the Assembly. TRENTON, N.J. — In New…

Federal Court Tosses New Jersey Family Court Decision That Left Defendant Destitute

A South Jersey man’s lawsuit against former Attorney General Matthew Platkin and others was dismissed after a federal judge ruled the court cannot act as an appeals court for state family court…

Is New Jersey’s Rail System Ready for World Cup Traffic? State Lawmakers Call for Solutions

Less than a day after sending a letter to federal transportation officials, Monmouth County legislators met with Amtrak leadership and pushed for improved reliability on the Northeast Corridor before World Cup crowds…

NJ Woman’s Discrimination Lawsuit Against Walmart Dismissed by Federal Judge

A federal judge dismissed a South Jersey woman’s employment discrimination lawsuit against Walmart after finding she failed to show she completed required EEOC procedures before filing suit. CAMDEN, N.J. — A federal…

New Jersey Senate Committee Advances Bill Expanding Seizure of Vacant Properties

Legislation would allow distressed municipalities to acquire certain vacant or abandoned properties through purchase or eminent domain to address blight and unpaid taxes. TRENTON, N.J. — A New Jersey Senate committee has…

Gov. Mikie Sherrill Warns of Suspicious Activity Ahead of World Cup Matches at MetLife Stadium

New Jersey residents are being encouraged to report suspicious activity as the state hosts its first FIFA Club World Cup matches, though officials have not cited any specific threat. EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J.…

New Jersey releases report detailing discipline against hundreds of police officers

New state data shows 817 major disciplinary actions were finalized against 654 law enforcement officers across New Jersey in 2025 TRENTON, N.J. — More than 650 law enforcement officers across New Jersey…

Cape May County launches major traffic crackdown ahead of busy summer season

Every police department in the county is joining a new highway safety task force targeting speeding, drunk driving, distracted driving and other dangerous behaviors CAPE MAY COURT HOUSE, N.J. — Drivers traveling…

Beloved South Jersey police K9 Brutus dies after years of service

Retired Voorhees Police K9 Brutus served the department and community for seven years before spending retirement with his longtime handler’s family VOORHEES, N.J. — A police dog known throughout Voorhees Township for…

DOJ Sues Virginia Over New Jersey Style Ban on Masks for ICE Agents

The federal government is suing Virginia after the state moved to restrict federal agents from wearing face coverings during enforcement operations, a sharp reversal from the mask mandates many Americans faced just…

After Taxing Residents and Businesses To No End, New Jersey Moves to Hit Private Prisons Next

As Residents and Businesses Leave, New Jersey Lawmakers Push New Taxes on Private Prisons Trenton, NJ – Just when you thought there was nothing left to tax in New Jersey, state Democrats…

Toms River’s Summer Beach Concerts and Fireworks: The Complete Schedule

From beachside fireworks to high-energy tribute bands, Toms River is once again turning Shelter Cove Beach into one of the Jersey Shore’s premier summer destinations. TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Summer at the…

Jersey City Touted as Safest City, but Report Shows Ex-Mayor Underreported Crime

Mayor James Solomon says an internal audit uncovered thousands of criminal incidents that were never properly entered into state crime databases, raising questions about crime statistics reported during the Fulop administration. JERSEY…

Jersey Shore Weekend Forecast: Beachgoers Get Sunny Saturday Before Storms Return Sunday

A hot Friday and beautiful Saturday are expected along the Jersey Shore before thunderstorms and gusty winds move in late Sunday. TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Anyone heading to the Jersey Shore this…

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