New Jersey Lawmakers Push for Complete Ban on Gas Powered Lawn Mowers

TRENTON, N.J. — A new bill introduced in the New Jersey Legislature aims to phase out gas-powered lawn equipment statewide, prohibiting its sale within three years and its use within five. The…

Newark man is behind bars after allegedly burglarizing multiple Dunkin’ Donuts

HACKENSACK, N.J. — A Newark man has been arrested in connection with a series of commercial burglaries targeting Dunkin’ Donuts locations across northern and central New Jersey, as well as in New…

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Democrats join opposition to Murphy’s school aid cuts in Jersey City

TRENTON, N.J. — Democratic lawmakers are pushing back against Gov. Phil Murphy’s proposed cuts to school aid, with State Sen. Angela V. McKnight voicing strong opposition to reductions affecting Jersey City Public…

East Brunswick man charged with murder after confessing to killing wife

EAST BRUNSWICK, N.J. — A 60-year-old man walked into a police station Friday and admitted to killing his wife, authorities said. At 12:14 p.m. on February 28, Ashraf Tawfik of East Brunswick…

Phil Murphy Continues Playing Dangerous Game With ICE, Tom Homan, Trump

New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy is playing a reckless game of political brinkmanship, one that threatens the safety, stability, and solvency of the Garden State. His defiance of Immigration and Customs Enforcement…

Jackson Scout launches Eagle project to help child patients CHOP

Jackson Scout launches Eagle project to help child patients at Philadelphia Children’s Hospital

JACKSON, N.J. — Shane Werosta, a Life Scout from Troop 204, is leading an Eagle Scout project to provide comfort to patients at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) who are battling…

Power lines down shut Route 35 in Holmdel, causing traffic delays

HOLMDEL, N.J. – Route 35 southbound is closed between Centerville Road and Laurel Avenue due to downed power lines, according to the Holmdel Township Police Department. Authorities urged drivers to avoid the…

One Bite Pizza Gives Ocean County Pizzeria Massive Review: This is Great S–t!

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy gave a glowing review to PaciDough’s Pizza Joint in South Toms River, awarding it an impressive 8.2 score during his latest “One Bite”…

Jackson Memorial alum Anthony Stolarz shines in Maple Leafs’ win over Rangers

JACKSON, NJ – Former Jackson Memorial High School standout Anthony Stolarz delivered a stellar performance at Madison Square Garden on Friday night, leading the Toronto Maple Leafs to a 3-2 victory over…

Watch: FedEx Cargo Plane on Fire Streaks Across New Jersey Sky Before Emergency Landing at Newark Airport

Newark, NJ – A FedEx cargo plane was forced to make a dramatic emergency landing at Newark Liberty International Airport early Saturday morning after its right engine erupted in flames shortly after…

New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy Condemns President Trump, VP Vance Over Zelenskyy Oval Office Meeting

New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy, alongside a coalition of Democratic governors, issued a scathing joint statement on Friday condemning President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance for their recent Oval Office…

Marlboro man sentenced to 45 years for years-long sexual, physical abuse of daughter

FREEHOLD, N.J. — A Monmouth County man has been sentenced to 45 years in state prison for sexually and physically abusing his daughter over more than six years, prosecutors announced Friday. Andrey…

Former CFO of New Jersey nonprofit charged in $2.5 million theft, money laundering scheme

TRENTON, N.J. — The former chief financial officer and comptroller of a Burlington County nonprofit has been charged with allegedly stealing more than $2.5 million from the organization, money laundering, and tax…

Governor Murphy releases New Jersey’s Wealth Disparity Task Force report to cap off Black History Month

TRENTON, N.J. — Governor Phil Murphy and Lieutenant Governor Tahesha Way announced the release of the Wealth Disparity Task Force’s report Friday, outlining the root causes of economic disparities affecting Black and…

Two More Charged in Toms River Shooting After Former High School Athlete charged with Attempted Murder

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Two Ocean County men have been charged with three counts of attempted murder in connection with a January 13 shooting that targeted a residence occupied by an adult…

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Paterson trio charged in $190K scam, illegal weapons possession

HACKENSACK, N.J. — Three Paterson residents have been arrested in connection with an organized theft scheme that defrauded victims of approximately $190,000, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced Friday. Yasen R. Delgado,…

New Jersey Rep. LaMonica McIver to introduce bill to rehired federal workers fired by D.O.G.E.

WASHINGTON — Rep. LaMonica McIver (D-NJ) will hold a press conference on Tuesday, March 4, to introduce legislation aimed at reinstating federal workers who were previously fired. The event, scheduled for 9:30…

Illegal Migrant, Double Murder Suspect Arrested by ICE in New Jersey Sanctuary State

NEWARK, N.J. — A 28-year-old citizen of El Salvador previously convicted of double homicide and sentenced to 50 years in prison in his home country has been charged with illegally reentering the…

Facing Impeachment, New Jersey AG files another lawsuit against Trump administration

TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin has joined a coalition of 22 attorneys general in filing a second motion to enforce a court order against the Trump administration,…

NJ lawmaker blasts NJSIAA for maintaining transgender athlete policy

TRENTON, N.J. — Assemblyman Greg McGuckin is criticizing the New Jersey State Interscholastic Athletic Association (NJSIAA) for refusing to change its transgender athlete policy, despite a federal directive from former President Donald…

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