NJ sues Trump over law cutting Medicaid from Planned Parenthood

NJ Attorney General sues Trump administration over Medicaid ban on Planned Parenthood TRENTON — New Jersey Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin has joined a coalition of 21 states in filing a federal…

Tiny racers take big wins at Wildwoods baby crawl and waddle

Babies crawl and waddle to glory in Wildwoods’ annual contest THE WILDWOODS, N.J. — Diapers, determination, and a dash to the finish line took center stage Tuesday as babies from across the…

Paterson cop risks life to save woman from Great Falls plunge

PATERSON, NJ – A Paterson police officer risked his life in the middle of the night to rescue a woman drifting toward the 77-foot drop at the Great Falls. The incident happened…

Ocean County convenience store hands out massive lottery prize

TRENTON, NJ – A Quick Draw ticket sold in Barnegat hit for 20 percent of the progressive jackpot, awarding one lucky New Jersey Lottery player $144,572 in the July 29 drawing. The…

No Happy Ending for New Jersey Massage Parlor Owner Who Ran Illicit Prostitution Operation

ROXBURY, N.J. — The owner of a massage business in Roxbury has been arrested on charges of promoting prostitution and money laundering after investigators uncovered evidence of illegal sex acts taking place…

Plainfield man arrested for attempted murder after shots fired outside Watchung business

WATCHUNG, N.J. — A 20-year-old man from Plainfield has been arrested in connection with a shooting incident outside a business on Route 22 West in Watchung, authorities announced. Naseem Eure was taken…

Jersey City bloodshed ends with murder charge after deadly beating

JERSEY CITY, NJ – A 35-year-old Jersey City man has been charged with murder in connection with the death of a man found unresponsive on Neptune Avenue last week. Scott Bradley was…

Jersey City lottery player walks away with nearly $220K

TRENTON, NJ – A Jersey Cash 5 ticket sold in Jersey City has made one lucky Hudson County player $219,820 richer after matching all five numbers in Sunday night’s drawing. The winning…

Brick’s SummerFest 2025 finale set for July 31 with 80s vs. 90s concert and fireworks

BRICK TOWNSHIP — Brick Township will close out its 30th annual SummerFest series on Thursday, July 31 with a high-energy showdown of music’s most iconic decades, followed by a fireworks display over…

New Jersey LGBTQ Community Fearful of Sherrill’s ‘Intolerant Pastor’ Pick for Lt. Governor

TRENTON — Mikie Sherrill’s selection of pastor Dale Caldwell as her running mate in the 2025 New Jersey gubernatorial race is drawing sharp criticism from members of the LGBTQ community, who cite…

New Jersey Now Wants to Regulate and Legislate Home Schooling

Bill would require registration, oversight for homeschooling in New Jersey TRENTON — A new bill introduced in the New Jersey Assembly would mandate formal registration and oversight of home education programs, marking…

The Amish Outlaws rock Shelter Cove as Toms River concert series draws full house on the beach and in the bay

TOMS RIVER — New Jersey’s favorite Amish cover band, The Amish Outlaws, took over Shelter Cove Beach this weekend as hundreds gathered on land and water for another packed installment of the…

New Jersey Continues to Get Choked Out by Canadian Wildfires as Heat Wave Continues

TRENTON — New Jersey remains under both an air quality alert and excessive heat advisory Tuesday as oppressive temperatures and poor air conditions persist for a second consecutive day. The air quality…

New Jersey morning commuter report: Crashes and delays on major roadways, crash at GSP 117

NEWARK — Tuesday morning commuters across New Jersey are facing multiple delays and closures due to crashes and congestion on major highways and interchanges. A crash on Route 35 southbound in Aberdeen…

Free kids concert on the beach in Toms River Tuesday night

TOMS RIVER — Families are invited to Shelter Cove Beach tonight for an interactive evening of music as Mayor Dan Rodrick and the Toms River Recreation Department present Yosi, a family-friendly performer,…

New Jersey says Trump tariff product labeling required at time of sale for consumer protection

TRENTON — A newly introduced bill in the New Jersey Assembly would mandate that retailers disclose the portion of a product’s price attributable to tariffs and import taxes, aiming to increase transparency…

New Jersey lawmakers pushing to allow self-driving vehicles on state roadways

TRENTON — A new bill introduced in the New Jersey Legislature would create a three-year pilot program to allow the testing of fully autonomous vehicles (AVs) on state roads under strict regulatory…

Fugitive Shoots at Police During Newark Standoff, Fires Shots at Cops while Holding Baby

NEWARK — A man wanted for attempted murder was taken into custody Monday after a four-hour standoff with law enforcement in Newark that involved gunfire and a baby used as a human…

New Jersey bill seeks to label nuclear power as renewable energy and grant tax credit for clean baseload output

TRENTON — A bill introduced in the New Jersey General Assembly would classify nuclear fission as a renewable energy source and create a tax credit for facilities producing continuous, emissions-free electricity. Sponsored…

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Trenton moves to fund free full-day kindergarten in 10 school districts

TRENTON — A new bill introduced in the New Jersey Legislature aims to expand access to free, full-day kindergarten by establishing a one-time grant program for school districts currently lacking such programs.…

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