Winter weather advisory issued for parts of New Jersey as snow, sleet, and ice expected

MIDDLESEX, N.J. — A Winter Weather Advisory has been issued for Middlesex, Western Monmouth, Ocean, and Southeastern Burlington counties, with wintry precipitation expected to create hazardous travel conditions overnight. The advisory is…

Illegal alien charged in sophisticated New Jersey jewelry store heist, part of nationwide criminal operation

NEWARK, N.J. — A Chilean man believed to be part of a South American theft group has been charged in connection with a conspiracy to burglarize a New Jersey jewelry store and…

Rob Canfield vows to attend GOP county conventions after Spadea opts out

BRICK, N.J. — Republican gubernatorial candidate Rob Canfield announced his commitment to attending GOP county conventions across New Jersey, stepping in after fellow candidate Bill Spadea decided to forgo participation in these…

Bill Spadea defends paying himself $65,000 salary from political donations, says he is still owed more money

TRENTON, N.J. — Former New Jersey101.5 radio host Bill Spadea is not even in office yet, and he’s being accused of double dipping. In addition to his salary from the radio station,…

New Jersey expands ARRIVE Together mental health crisis program to Brick and Toms River

TRENTON, N.J. — The ARRIVE Together program, designed to improve law enforcement responses to mental health crises, has expanded to Brick Township and Toms River, making it available in New Jersey’s 15…

Carteret man charged in fatal crash on Roosevelt Avenue

CARTERET, N.J. — A Carteret man has been arrested and charged in connection with a fatal crash that occurred earlier this month on the West Carteret Bridge, authorities announced Friday. The crash…

Former Paterson mayor escapes second prison term in 2022 criminal contempt case

TRENTON, N.J. — Former Paterson Mayor Jose “Joey” Torres has been sentenced to three years of probation for launching an illegal 2022 mayoral campaign in violation of a court order barring him…

Fatal crash on Route 1 in Edison under investigation

EDISON, N.J. — Authorities are investigating a fatal crash that occurred early Tuesday morning at the intersection of Route 1 and Grandview Avenue, officials said. Police responded to the scene at 12:07…

New Jersey plant awarded $25 million contract modification for AEGIS system sustainment

MOORESTOWN, N.J. — Lockheed Martin Rotary and Mission Systems has been awarded a $24.98 million contract modification to support the sustainment and integration of the AEGIS combat system, the Department of Defense…

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North Jersey man admits to drug trafficking, firearm possession

NEWARK, N.J. — A convicted felon from East Orange admitted Tuesday to drug trafficking and possessing a firearm in furtherance of his operation, Acting U.S. Attorney Vikas Khanna announced. Ibraheem Muhammad, 41,…

Mercer County Lottery Luck as Trenton Player Wins $50K

TRENTON, N.J. — A Super Crossword ticket purchased at Kwick Point in Trenton has won $50,000, New Jersey Lottery officials announced. The winning ticket was bought at 635 Arena Drive in Mercer…

Asbury Park Lottery Player Wins $25K with Colossal Crossword Ticket

ASBURY PARK, N.J. — A lucky lottery player in Asbury Park won $25,000 with a Colossal Crossword ticket purchased at AIO Super Store, located at 715 Main Street, New Jersey Lottery officials…

Spadea Pulls Out of GOP Nomination Process, Conway PAC Says Former Radio Host Afraid to Face the Music

TOMS RIVER, NJ – Former New Jersey 101.5 radio host Bill Spadea appears to be chickening out of competing against Jack Ciattarelli and John Bramnick to win the official Republican county nominations…

Point Pleasant Lottery Player Snags $50K Powerball Prize

POINT PLEASANT BEACH, N.J. — A Powerball ticket sold in Point Pleasant Beach has won $50,000 in the Saturday, Feb. 1, drawing, New Jersey Lottery officials announced Monday. The winning ticket was…

Lawmaker Calls for Welfare Check on Woman Allegedly Living in Phil Murphy’s Garage Apartment

TRENTON, N.J. — Assemblyman Erik Peterson is criticizing Gov. Phil Murphy for admitting that he is sheltering an undocumented immigrant, accusing him of defying federal law and using the situation for political…

New Jersey Lawmaker to Phil Murphy: Stop Fighting Trump, Start Fighting for New Jersey

TRENTON, N.J. — Assemblyman Christopher DePhillips is calling on Gov. Phil Murphy to reduce New Jersey’s corporate business tax, warning that high rates are driving companies and jobs out of the state.…

Toms River North Placed on Lockdown After Parent Threatened to ‘Shoot Up’ School

TOMS RIVER, NJ – Toms River High School North was placed on lockdown Tuesday morning after a mother, upset with the school disciplining her child, confronted school officials and allegedly threatened to…

New Jersey Lottery Winners Claim Over $2 Million in Prizes Across Multiple Counties

TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey lottery players hit the jackpot in recent draws, with prizes totaling more than $2 million awarded across the state between January 27 and February 2. The largest…

New Jersey lawmaker challenges Phil Murphy’s 2035 Gas Car Ban

TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey lawmakers are challenging the state Department of Environmental Protection’s (DEP) implementation of the “Advanced Clean Trucks” program, arguing that the rules exceed the agency’s legislative authority. A…

Illegal Alien Jailed in Ocean County for Assault, Strangulation

TOMS RIVER N.J. — An illegal alien incarcerated in Ocean County is facing multiple charges, including aggravated assault by strangulation of a domestic violence victim, according to inmate records. Erik D. Jimenez…

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