Newark man charged under new home invasion law in auto theft ring targeting the Jersey Shore area

TRENTON, N.J. — A Newark man has been charged in connection with an auto theft and home burglary ring, becoming the first person prosecuted under New Jersey’s new home invasion law, authorities…

Multiple bodies found inside Jersey City home, police suspect domestic violence incident

JERSEY CITY, N.J. — Authorities are investigating multiple deaths at a residence on Hutton Street as a possible act of domestic violence, the Hudson County Prosecutor’s Office said Wednesday. The prosecutor’s office…

Trump to name New Jersey State Sen. Douglas Steinhardt as U.S. attorney

TRENTON, N.J. — President Donald Trump has appointed State Sen. Douglas J. Steinhardt as acting U.S. attorney for New Jersey, multiple sources confirmed Wednesday and the process didn’t go without some meddling…

Phil Murphy Celebrates Career of U.S. Senator That Ended with 11 Year Prison Sentence for Political Corruption

TRENTON, N.J. — Gov. Phil Murphy reflected on the career of U.S. Sen. Bob Menendez on Wednesday, marking the end of the longtime lawmaker’s tenure following his sentencing to 11 years in…

Notice of Public Hearing – NJDEP Green Acres Program – Jake’s Law Playground Funding Application

PURPOSE: Jackson Township is seeking funding through the State of NJ Green Acres Program for improvements at Jackson Justice Complex Playground located at 1 Jackson Dr, Jackson, NJ 08527, part of Block 16701,…

Essex County man arrested on firearms charges after Cranford traffic stop

CRANFORD, N.J. — A 24-year-old Essex County man was arrested Tuesday night after police found a loaded firearm during a motor vehicle stop on Centennial Avenue, authorities said. At approximately 10:33 p.m.,…

Warren County player wins massive $1.7 million Jersey Cash 5 jackpot

TRENTON, NJ — A lucky lottery player in Warren County is celebrating a life-changing $1,699,120 Jersey Cash 5 jackpot win after purchasing the winning ticket at Krauszer’s Food Store in Washington. The…

New Jersey’s Largest Newspaper to Print Final Edition This Weekend

NEWARK, N.J. — The Star-Ledger, New Jersey’s largest newspaper, will cease print publication next month following years of declining circulation, rising costs, and shifting reader preferences, its parent company announced. The final…

Budd Lake man arrested after eluding police in Hackettstown

HACKETTSTOWN, N.J. — A Budd Lake man was arrested Wednesday morning after allegedly fleeing from a traffic stop and weaving through a parking lot to evade police, authorities said. At approximately 6:17…

Barnegat man pleads guilty to robbery, shoplifting in Stafford Township

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A Barnegat man has pleaded guilty to robbery and shoplifting in connection with multiple incidents in Stafford Township last year, according to the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office. Nicholas…

Severe thunderstorm warning issued for parts of northern New Jersey

MOUNT HOLLY, N.J. — The National Weather Service has issued a severe thunderstorm warning for portions of northern and northwestern New Jersey, including Morris, northeastern Hunterdon, east-central Warren, and northwestern Somerset counties.…

New Jersey Lawmakers Push for DMV to Restore Walk-In Services

TRENTON, N.J. — A new bill introduced in the New Jersey Assembly would require the state’s Motor Vehicle Commission (MVC) to provide walk-in services at least three days per week at all…

New Jersey bill seeks to mandate endometriosis screening for all “pregrant persons”

TRENTON, N.J. — A new bill requires hospitals, birthing centers, and healthcare providers across New Jersey to screen patients for endometriosis if they have been diagnosed with preeclampsia and later show symptoms…

New Jersey bill will escalate local bias incidents to state level for terrorism investigations

TRENTON, N.J. — A new bill codifies the New Jersey Attorney General’s guidelines on bias incident investigations, requiring law enforcement agencies to follow strict reporting and response protocols. Under the bill, county…

Meet Your New Best Friend: Adoptable Pets at AHS/Popcorn Park Animal Shelter

Looking for a furry or fluffy friend to add to your family? The AHS/Popcorn Park Animal Shelter in Forked River, NJ, has some incredible pets waiting for their forever homes. As part…

Woman in Stolen Car Arrested in Maryland Had Open New Jersey Parole Board Warrant

CUMBERLAND, Md. — A woman arrested in connection with a stolen vehicle in Cumberland was found to have provided a false identity and was wanted in New Jersey, police said Wednesday. Officers…

Police seek help locating missing Manchester Township man

MANCHESTER TOWNSHIP, N.J. — Authorities are asking for the public’s help in locating 57-year-old Raymond Palmieri, who was last seen on January 27 in the area of Bone Hill Road, police said…

Google Confirms Its Maps Will Update to Reflect Gulf of America and Mount McKinley

Google to update Maps following Trump administration’s renaming of Gulf of Mexico MOUNTAIN VIEW, CA — Google has confirmed that it will update Google Maps to reflect the Trump administration’s renaming of…

Phil Murphy Says Wife Tammy is Governor’s “Favorite Drinking Buddy” At State Wine Contest

Gov. Phil Murphy joins First Lady at New Jersey wine competition, celebrates state’s growing industry TRENTON, NJ — Governor Phil Murphy and First Lady Tammy Murphy hosted the New Jersey Wine Competition…

New Jersey Joins Blue State Lawsuit to Block Trump Federal Funding Freeze

TRENTON, NJ — New Jersey Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin, along with a coalition of 22 other state attorneys general, has filed a lawsuit to block a Trump administration policy that indefinitely…

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