Garden State Parkway Closed Until Midnight Due to Forest Fire

BARNEGAT, N.J. — A massive wildfire spanning 3,200 acres in Ocean and Lacey Townships prompted the evacuation of 3,000 residents Monday night as firefighting crews from New Jersey’s Forest Fire Service and…

Jersey Cash 5 jackpot split as two players snag $162K prize

TRENTON, N.J. — Two New Jersey Lottery players are celebrating a windfall after splitting a $162,958 Jersey Cash 5 jackpot drawn Friday night. The pair, whose identities have not been disclosed, will…

Toms River to host Earth Day tree planting event at Winding River Park

TOMS RIVER, NJ — In celebration of Earth Day, Toms River Township and Sustainable Toms River will host a community tree planting event on Friday, April 25, 2025, at 3:00 p.m. at…

North Jersey woman who led violent drug trafficking gang arrested with 26 associates

TRENTON, NJ — Twenty-six individuals have been charged in connection with a violent open-air drug trafficking organization operating in Newark, state officials announced Tuesday, describing the arrests as a significant blow to…

As Trump vows to dismantle DEI, NJ Democrats push to expand it across state government

TRENTON, NJ — As President Donald Trump continues the federal government’s campaign to end diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs across public institutions, New Jersey Democrats are moving in the opposite direction…

Murphy signs bill exempting nursing mothers from jury duty in New Jersey

TRENTON, NJ — Governor Phil Murphy signed legislation Tuesday allowing nursing mothers to be excused from jury duty, a move state leaders say will reduce barriers for new parents and align with…

NJMVC launches Real ID emergency program for urgent travelers ahead of May 7 deadline

TRENTON, N.J. — The New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission on Monday announced the launch of an emergency REAL ID issuance program aimed at helping travelers with urgent needs obtain compliant identification before…

Murphy signs five new bills into law, targeting energy, infrastructure, and healthcare

TRENTON, NJ — Governor Phil Murphy signed five bills into law Monday, addressing a range of issues from infrastructure funding and utility transparency to dam restoration and prescription regulation. Among the newly…

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DWI arrests, drug charges, and forged documents: Nine suspects nabbed in April crime sweep

CLARK, N.J. — Police in Clark made a series of arrests between April 1 and April 20, with charges ranging from driving while intoxicated to possession of controlled substances and uttering forged…

5-acre wildfire burns near Barnegat-Waretown border

BARNEGAT, NJ — Firefighters are working to contain a 5-acre wildfire burning near the border of Barnegat and Waretown, officials said Monday. According to the Barnegat Police Department, the fire is located…

Perth Amboy police debunk fake homicide post on social media

PERTH AMBOY, N.J. — A viral social media post claiming a police officer was involved in a homicide in Perth Amboy has been declared completely false by local authorities, who are now…

Woman struck and killed on I-295 remembered as devoted animal lover and caring sister

OLDMANS TWP., NJ — A 28-year-old Salem County woman was killed Wednesday evening after being struck by a passing SUV on Interstate 295 shortly after being involved in a crash, New Jersey…

Wall Township police chief meets with Four Seasons residents to discuss local crime trends

WALL TWP., NJ — Chief O’Halloran of the Wall Township Police Department met with residents of the Four Seasons community last week to review recent crime trends, share departmental updates, and hear…

NJ lawmakers move to repeal diversity and inclusion instruction in public schools

TRENTON, NJ — New Jersey lawmakers are pushing to eliminate diversity and inclusion instruction from public school curricula, introducing a bill that would repeal a 2021 state law mandating such lessons for…

New Jersey defies Trump order to abolish DEI in public schools

TRENTON, NJ — Governor Phil Murphy, who said he’s ready for war with the White House, is now pushing back on a presidential executive order against diversity, equity, and inclusion programs in…

New bill seeks to end New Jersey’s electric societal benefits charges

TRENTON, NJ — A new bill introduced in the New Jersey Legislature would eliminate the recovery of demand side management (DSM) program costs—such as energy efficiency and renewable energy initiatives—through the state’s…

Why New Jersey law prohibits the sale of cars on Sundays

Why you can’t buy a car on Sunday in New Jersey: Blue Laws keep dealerships closed TRENTON, NJ — If you’re looking to buy a car on a Sunday in New Jersey,…

Jury finds wife of disgraced U.S. Senator Menendez a guilty ‘partner in crime’

Newark, NJ – A federal jury has convicted Nadine Menendez on bribery and corruption charges, marking the latest chapter in a high-profile case that has already seen her husband, former New Jersey…

Jack Ciattarelli Visits PSEG Nuclear Plant, Proposes Energy Policy Shift

Hancocks Bridge, N.J. – April 21, 2025 – Republican gubernatorial candidate Jack Ciattarelli toured the PSEG Nuclear Salem and Hope Creek generating stations in Salem County on Monday, commending their role in…

Man charged in Jersey City hit-and-run that left pedestrian seriously injured

JERSEY CITY, NJ — A 30-year-old man has been arrested and charged in connection with an April 7 hit-and-run in Jersey City that left a pedestrian seriously injured, Hudson County Prosecutor Esther…

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