Gilmore’s Ocean County Fiefdom is Starting to Unravel as America First Touts Major Wins

The America First Republican movement is celebrating a congressional primary victory and dozens of county committee wins as it seeks to challenge the leadership of Ocean County GOP Chairman George Gilmore. Candidates…

Anti-Corruption Republicans Win Brick GOP Committee Seats, Set Sights on 2027 Council Race

A grassroots Republican group challenging Ocean County’s political establishment celebrated several county committee victories and pledged to expand its influence ahead of next year’s Brick Township Council election. Brick Township, N.J. –…

Ocean County dog lovers asked to help find home for Zara

Well-behaved Rottweiler needs placement as rescue group stands ready to help OCEAN COUNTY, N.J. — An Ocean County animal welfare group is making an urgent appeal to find a foster or foster-to-adopt…

New Jersey Ranked 5th-Worst State for Road Rage as Aggressive Driving Fuels Fatal Crashes

A new national analysis ranks New Jersey among the worst states in America for road rage and aggressive driving, with nearly half of all fatal crashes linked to dangerous driver behavior. Trenton,…

United Flight Bound for Spain Returns to Newark After Teen’s Bluetooth Device Named ‘BOMB’ Triggers Security Alert

A United Airlines flight headed to Spain was forced to turn around over the Atlantic after a passenger discovered a Bluetooth device broadcasting the name “BOMB,” triggering mandatory security procedures and a…

Suspect Killed, Two Atlantic City Police Officers Shot While Serving Search Warrant

Two Atlantic City police officers were shot Tuesday while serving a search warrant, leaving one officer critically injured and a suspect dead, authorities said. Atlantic City, NJ – A search warrant operation…

Adam Hamawy Defeats Sue Altman, 10 Other Democrats to Win NJ Congressional Primary

The Army combat surgeon and former Iraq War medic with alleged ties to ISIS operators emerged from a crowded 12-candidate field to capture the Democratic nomination for New Jersey’s 12th Congressional District.…

NJ Transit Restores Normal Service After Disabled Train Causes Delays Near Short Hills

Commuters on the Morris and Essex and Gladstone Branch lines faced delays of up to 45 minutes after a disabled train disrupted service near Short Hills. Short Hills, NJ – NJ Transit…

States launch legal war over canceled wind farm planned off Jersey coast

Garden State joins multi-state legal fight after federal government cancels major offshore wind leases tied to more than 1.3 million homes TRENTON, NJ — New Jersey has joined a lawsuit against the…

Search Continues for Missing Teen Swimmer Who Vanished During School Trip in Wildwood

A 14-year-old student disappeared in the Atlantic Ocean while swimming during a school trip to Wildwood, prompting a massive multi-agency search that continued into a second day. Wildwood, NJ – Search crews…

Jackson Zoning Board Rules Adventure Crossing Residential Proposal Exceeds Permitted Density

JACKSON, N.J. — Following extensive hearings and legal argument, the Jackson Township Zoning Board determined earlier in May that the residential component proposed as part of the Adventure Crossing development exceeds the…

Broke Outsider Stuns New Jersey GOP Establishment, MAGA, Wins U.S. Senate Primary

Justin Murphy, a Navy veteran who entered Election Day with virtually no campaign resources, defeated the Republican establishment and better-funded MAGA and America First rivals to capture New Jersey’s GOP nomination for…

NJ men who targeted Nassau County mansions in burglary wave locked up

Prosecutors say New Jersey men targeted luxury cars, used crowbars and stolen key fobs in coordinated multi-town break-in wave MINEOLA, NY — Four New Jersey men who authorities say carried out a…

Nearly $1M lottery win sold at New Jersey convenience store

One winning ticket matched all five numbers in Saturday’s drawing as dozens of players also scored smaller cash prizes DUNELLEN, NJ — A routine lottery play in Middlesex County turned into a…

Toms River Mayor Approval Rating at 68% in New Poll

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A new poll of Toms River residents found Mayor Dan Rodrick maintaining a 68% overall job approval rating, with residents expressing strong support for many of the administration’s…

Middlesex County player lands life changing $2.2M lottery prize

Lucky New Jersey player lands second-tier Millionaire for Life prize worth $2.2M cash value after matching all five white balls TRENTON, NJ — A routine lottery play in Middlesex County turned into…

Authorities ask for help locating stalking suspect in South Jersey

Authorities say suspect is wanted in Pine Hill Borough on complaint warrant as police ask residents to report sightings immediately GLOUCESTER TOWNSHIP, NJ — Law enforcement agencies in South Jersey are asking…

Undocumented Migrant Jailed for Attacking Cops in North Jersey

An Ecuadorian citizen being held in Essex County faces two aggravated assault charges involving a law enforcement officer and is the subject of a federal immigration detainer, jail records show. Newark, NJ…

Forgotten numbers become $1 million Powerball win in New Jersey

Birthday numbers, a forgotten play slip, years of persistence and a future home purchase highlight the stories behind New Jersey’s latest wave of Powerball millionaires TRENTON, NJ — A set of lottery…

Rahway Man Charged in Linden Carjacking, Park Shooting Investigation

A 20-year-old Rahway resident faces multiple weapons and carjacking charges after detectives linked him to a stolen vehicle and a shooting at a crowded Linden park. Linden, NJ – A Rahway man…

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