Asbury Park teen charged in April shooting death of 19-year-old man

FREEHOLD, N.J. — A 19-year-old man has been arrested and charged in connection with the fatal shooting of another young man in Asbury Park earlier this year, authorities announced Friday. Jordan I.…

Ocean County man jailed with ICE detainer in major marijuana dealer bust

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A man is being held without bail in Ocean County following his arrest on multiple drug charges, including operating a drug production facility and possessing large quantities of…

Ocean County Political Figures Ensnared by FBI: A Tale of Corruption and Betrayal

TOMS RIVER, NJ – Ocean County, New Jersey, a coastal region known for its serene beaches and tight-knit communities, has been rocked by a series of high-profile arrests involving prominent political figures…

Majority of New Jersey Residents are Struggling Financially According to Poll

NEW BRUNSWICK, N.J. — A majority of New Jersey residents continue to hold a negative outlook on the economy — both nationally and within the state — while many report increasing difficulty…

U.S. Marines guarding a temporary migrant holding facility.

Migrant Detention Camp at Ocean County’s Joint Base MDL Announced

LAKEHURST, N.J. — The Department of Defense has approved the temporary use of Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst in New Jersey as a detention facility for criminal migrants, according to a letter sent to…

Drunk driver crashes into police cars, jumps in lake during wild chase in Lacey Township

LACEY TWP., N.J. — A Manchester man is facing a long list of charges after allegedly driving drunk, striking multiple police vehicles, and fleeing through residential streets before being pulled from a…

Alina Habba Could Be Forced Out Under Pressure by Kim, Booker, Liberal Judges

Alina Habba, who has served as the interim U.S. Attorney for the District of New Jersey since March 2025, could step down next week upon the expiration of her 120-day term, if…

Jerry Seinfeld to perform two stand-up shows in New Jersey on Halloween

NEWARK, N.J. — Comedian Jerry Seinfeld is set to return to the stage at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) in Newark on Halloween night for two performances, officials announced Friday.…

New Jersey prison guard found guilty of assaulting inmate at South Woods State Prison

BRIDGETON, N.J. — A Cumberland County jury on Thursday convicted a former senior corrections officer of assaulting an inmate at South Woods State Prison in 2017, following a two-week trial. Cortlen S.…

Three rehabilitated seals released back into the wild by Marine Mammal Stranding Center

BRIGANTINE, N.J. — The Marine Mammal Stranding Center (MMSC) released three rehabilitated seals back into the wild this week, including an entanglement survivor, bringing the total number of successful releases this season…

Dog accidentally starts kitchen fire, Toms River fire bureau warns on pet safety

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A home security camera captured the moment a dog accidentally started a kitchen fire prompting the township’s Fire Prevention Bureau to highlight the risks pets can pose in…

The Edge in Jackson to close after five years of service, owners thank community

JACKSON, N.J. — The Edge, a prominent dining and gathering spot on North County Line Road, will be closing its doors after five years of operation, the restaurant announced this week. Built…

Hudson County launches Blue Envelope program to aid law enforcement interactions with individuals with autism

JERSEY CITY — The Hudson County Prosecutor’s Office has rolled out a countywide Blue Envelope program aimed at improving communication between law enforcement and individuals with autism or other communication disorders during…

New Jersey Files Charges Against GOP Chairman Over $382 Tax Fraud

TRENTON — A Sussex County resident has been indicted for filing a fraudulent tax return in which he falsely claimed a veteran’s exemption, state officials announced Friday. William Hayden, 58, of Branchville,…

Booker clashes with Senate Republicans over judicial nominee in heated committee exchange

NEWARK, NJ— Sen. Cory Booker drew sharp criticism Thursday after a tense exchange during a Senate Judiciary Committee hearing over the nomination of Emil Bove to a federal judgeship. The incident drew…

Newark police searching for man missing since January

NEWARK, N.J. — Authorities are asking for the public’s assistance in locating Akeim J. Richard, a 53-year-old Newark man who has been missing since January and was officially reported missing on June…

RNC sues New Jersey over delayed access to voter records

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Republican National Committee has filed a lawsuit against New Jersey’s Division of Elections, alleging that state officials have failed to produce records related to voter roll maintenance and…

Pork Roll Takes a Back Seat to the Jersey Tomato Sandwich in Summer

There’s nothing like a pork roll egg and cheese. This is true, but in the summer, in New Jersey, nothing beats a Jersey tomato sandwich. As the sun’s warmth ripens the fields…

Watchdog finds over 32,000 questionable voter records in New Jersey

TRENTON, NJ – A new report by the Public Interest Legal Foundation (PILF) has identified more than 32,000 potentially problematic voter records in New Jersey, raising concerns about election roll accuracy ahead…

Watch: Sinkhole shuts down North Franklin Turnpike in Ho-Ho-Kus

HO-HO-KUS, N.J. – A large sinkhole opened up Thursday afternoon, forcing the closure of a section of North Franklin Turnpike between Blauvelt Avenue and Hollywood Avenue. A massive sinkhole measuring approximately 10…

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