New Jersey ranks 8th in nation for evening rush-hour crash fatalities
TRENTON, NJ — New Jersey has been ranked among the top 10 states in the country with the highest rate of fatal car crashes during the evening rush hour, according to a…
This dog helps veterans cope with stress in courtroom sessions
PITTSBURGH, PA — A facility dog named Lassen is playing a calming role in Allegheny County’s Veterans Court, helping clients cope with stress and anxiety during their treatment process. Key Points The…
Postponed: Toms River to host Easter egg hunt at Castle Park next weekend
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Thousands of brightly colored eggs will blanket Castle Park in Toms River on Saturday morning as the township hosts its annual Easter Egg Hunt, featuring more than 20,000…
Bill Spadea should return the $225,000 he paid his LLC from his Common Sense Club PAC
New Jersey’s Republican primary for governor has taken a troubling turn with revelations about candidate Bill Spadea’s financial dealings. Spadea, a former radio host and a vocal supporter of Donald Trump, has…
New Jersey’s “Trumpy Mayor” Says He’s Not Like the Other GOP Candidates for Governor
ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS, N.J. — Republican gubernatorial candidate Mario M. Kranjac released his second web campaign ad Tuesday, reinforcing his positioning as the leading conservative alternative in the race and drawing sharp distinctions…
Suspect charged after teen stabbed multiple times in Fort Lee High School bathroom
FORT LEE, N.J. — A male student remains hospitalized in stable condition after being stabbed multiple times inside a Fort Lee High School bathroom on Tuesday, authorities confirmed, as investigators continue to…
Woman wanted for questioning in Newark armed robbery
NEWARK, N.J. — Authorities are asking for the public’s help in locating a 25-year-old woman wanted for questioning in connection to an armed robbery earlier this week where a victim was forced…
Knife-wielding suspect arrested after school threats spark lockdown
MAYS LANDING, N.J. — A man who allegedly made threats against area schools was arrested Wednesday after brandishing a knife on a New Jersey Transit bus, prompting a law enforcement response and…
Trump flushes federal water rules, but New Jersey keeps flow limits locked down
WASHINGTON, D.C. — President Donald J. Trump has signed an executive order eliminating federal regulations on water pressure standards for household fixtures, including showerheads, but the move will probably not affect residents…
Family loses everything in South Amboy house fire including beloved dog
SOUTH AMBOY, N.J. — A house fire that broke out on April 6 left the Hanna family homeless and mourning the loss of their dog, as friends and supporters rally to help…
Mega Millions revamp doubles and triples payouts for stunned Jersey ticket holders
TRENTON, NJ – The seven winners each matched four white balls in the April 8 Mega Millions drawing. Under the previous rules — assuming no added multiplier option — they would have…
$650K Cash 5 windfall cracked by three lucky tickets across New Jersey
TRENTON, N.J. — A triple win in the Garden State turned three ordinary lottery tickets into life-changing windfalls, as players from Morris, Union and Hunterdon counties each claimed a one-third share of…
Storm system set to soak New Jersey through Saturday with rain, thunderstorms likely
TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey residents should prepare for a stretch of wet and cloudy weather beginning Thursday afternoon, with a strong chance of rain and potential thunderstorms by Friday night, according…
New Jersey boy, 5, diagnosed with high-risk cancer as family raises $120K for treatment support
HAWORTH, N.J. — A 5-year-old boy from Haworth is facing a grueling 18-month treatment plan after being diagnosed with high-risk neuroblastoma, a rare and aggressive form of childhood cancer, according to his…
Overwhelmed NJ shelter pleads for rescues as dog surrenders surge
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — An urgent call for help is coming out of the Northern Ocean County Animal Facility, where staff say the number of surrendered and abandoned dogs is rising daily…
New Jersey woman asked Tinder date to kill cop ex-boyfriend and his daughter
GLOUCESTER TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A 26-year-old woman was arrested in a murder-for-hire plot targeting her ex-boyfriend, a Philadelphia police officer, and his 19-year-old daughter, authorities said Tuesday. Key Points According to the…
Student stabbed at Fort Lee High School, One Arrest Made
FORT LEE, N.J. — A student was stabbed inside Fort Lee High School on Tuesday, prompting a full lockdown and a law enforcement response that resulted in the assailant being taken into…
Jackson council votes to level salaries for part-time elected officials
On Tuesday night, the Jackson Township Council voted to drastically lower the salaries of elected officials, including the Mayor and Council President. Council President Jennifer Kuhn said the adjustment was made to…
Road rage turns violent as Illegal as suspect charged, three remain at large in New Jersey
SOUTH RIVER, N.J. — A road rage incident on Ferry Street escalated into a weapons-related confrontation that led to the recovery of an illegal firearm, criminal charges against one suspect, and a…
This New Jersey GOP candidate paid himself $250,000 with public campaign donations
TOMS RIVER, NJ – One New Jersey candidate will be victorious in June whether or not he wins the GOP primary election for governor. Editor’s Note: This article incorrectly reported funds diverted…
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