New Jersey Senate Backs Shield Law for Trans and Reproductive Care Providers

Trenton, NJ — New Jersey moved closer to expanding legal protections for reproductive and transgender healthcare providers after the state Senate passed legislation designed to shield clinicians from prosecution, subpoenas, and other…

Widespread Delays in Friday Morning Commute Across New Jersey Made Worse by NJ Transit Shutdown

A major NJ Transit rail shutdown into New York City sent ripple effects across New Jersey’s transportation network Friday morning, as commuters scrambled for alternate routes following an Amtrak tunnel fire that…

NJ Transit Suspends Service After Train Fire Shuts Down Rush Hour Commute

Thousands of commuters faced major travel disruptions Thursday morning after an Amtrak track car fire damaged overhead wires and rail infrastructure inside one of the Hudson River tunnels, forcing NJ Transit to…

NJ Transit Delayed After Fatal Trespasser Strike Near Elizabeth

A fatal trespasser incident near Elizabeth on Thursday disrupted NJ Transit rail service into and out of Penn Station New York, causing delays of up to an hour and forcing some trains…

Newark Police Search for Suspect Accused of Stealing E-Bike From Norwood Street Home

Newark, NJ — Newark police are asking for the public’s help identifying a man accused of stealing an electric bicycle from the side of a home in the city’s West Ward earlier…

North Jersey Police Bust Multi-County Motorcycle Theft Ring Shipping Stolen Bikes Overseas

Westfield, NJ — A months-long investigation into the theft of a luxury motorcycle from a Westfield apartment complex led police to what authorities described as a sophisticated multi-county theft ring that dismantled…

Perth Amboy House Fire Linked to Electric Scooter, Officials Say

Perth Amboy, NJ — Firefighters in Perth Amboy quickly knocked down a house fire Thursday afternoon after smoke became visible just as crews were leaving fire headquarters, according to the Perth Amboy…

Newark Police Seek Couple Accused of Stealing Package From Columbia Avenue Porch

Newark, NJ — Newark police are asking for the public’s help identifying a man and woman accused of stealing a package from the front porch of a home on Columbia Avenue earlier…

Officials Discover Source of Mystery Illness Making New Jersey Bald Eagles Sick

7 Bald Eagles Released After Toxic Farm Carcasses Poisoned Birds at Warren County Landfill Oxford, NJ — Seven bald eagles have been released back into the wild after federal and state wildlife…

Greg Bovino is Heading to Newark, Blasts DHS Response to Delaney Hall Riots as Agent Safety Concerns Grow

Gregory Bovino, the controversial U.S. Border Patrol commander known for leading aggressive immigration enforcement operations across major American cities, said Thursday he was flying to Newark as criticism intensified over the federal…

Local Cops Refused to Help as ICE Agents Attacked in New Jersey, DHS Secretary Says

NEWARK, N.J. — A Department of Homeland Security official claimed Wednesday that local police did not assist federal officers during a protest outside the Delaney Hall ICE detention facility in Newark that…

Brick Township Breaks Ground on Long-Awaited Mallard Point Park Renovation

BRICK, N.J. — Brick Township officials joined residents last week to officially break ground on the long-awaited renovation of Mallard Point Park, marking the start of a major upgrade to one of…

National Hamburger Day: The 5 Best Burgers Near Toms River

If you’re celebrating National Hamburger Day in Ocean County, the Toms River area has no shortage of standout burger spots. From stacked gourmet creations to classic Jersey-style griddled patties, these local favorites…

PBA Responds: Sherill, Kim Silent as Anti-ICE Protesters in New Jersey Openly Chant for Death of Police Officers

Protesters outside Delaney Hall in Newark escalated tensions Saturday when a chant calling for police officers and federal agents to kill themselves spread widely across X and other social media platforms. “Every…

NJ State Police issue urgent boating warning ahead of busy water season

Troopers remind boaters to slow down or risk dangerous wake violations TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey State Police are warning boaters to ease off the throttle as waterways across the state fill…

Exxon Officially Ends 144-Year New Jersey Era After Shareholders Approve Move to Texas

ExxonMobil shareholders voted Tuesday to officially move the company’s legal home from New Jersey to Texas, ending a 144-year corporate presence in the Garden State and closing a chapter that dates back…

World Cup ticket chaos sparks major investigation by NY and NJ attorneys general

FIFA accused of misleading fans as prices soar ahead of 2026 tournament TRENTON, N.J. — Fans chasing seats for the 2026 FIFA World Cup may have been hit with confusion, sticker shock,…

Lakewood Families Face Busing Cuts After State Monitor Cuts 500 Children from Non-Mandated Services

More than 500 children in Lakewood could lose access to school transportation for the 2026-2027 school year after new age-based eligibility rules sharply narrowed which students qualify for busing, according to notices…

Pompton Lakes EMTs Use Quad Squad, Rapid Response Gear to Rescue ATV Rider Deep in Woods

A late-night ATV crash deep in the woods Friday forced emergency crews in Pompton Lakes to navigate rough terrain and limited access as rescuers worked to stabilize and remove an injured rider…

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Teen’s tragic hit-and-run death prompts Brick police to increase patrols around schools

BRICK, N.J. — Brick Township police announced increased patrols and traffic enforcement around local schools following the death of 15-year-old Jackson Mueller, a Brick Memorial High School freshman who was killed while…

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