Migrant Surge, Sanctuary State Driving New Jersey’s Population Boom

TRENTON, NJ — New Jersey is starting 2025 with record-breaking growth, leading the Northeast in year-over-year population increase and reaching all-time highs in both jobs and employers, according to data released by…

Newark issues Code Blue alert as temperatures drop to 21°F

NEWARK, NJ — The City of Newark has activated a Code Blue alert from 8 p.m. Monday, January 13, through 9 a.m. Friday, January 17, in response to dangerously low temperatures expected…

Route 18 northbound in East Brunswick to close nightly for drainage work

EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ — The East Brunswick Police Department has announced that Route 18 northbound will be closed and detoured for three nights this week due to ongoing pavement and drainage pipe…

North Bergen man charged with murder in December homicide

NORTH BERGEN, NJ — A 34-year-old North Bergen man has been arrested and charged in connection with the December 2024 murder of Juan Moyet, 48, according to Hudson County Prosecutor Esther Suarez.…

Toms River Police seek public’s help identifying suspect vehicle in multiple attempted break-ins

TOMS RIVER, NJ — The Toms River Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a truck and its driver connected to two attempted break-ins at local businesses. On December…

Three Atlantic City men plead guilty to drug distribution charges

MAYS LANDING, NJ — Three Atlantic City men have pleaded guilty to narcotics distribution charges following a 2023 drug investigation that uncovered large quantities of heroin and cocaine, the Atlantic County Prosecutor’s…

Grand jury declines charges in fatal South Brunswick officer-involved shooting

TRENTON, NJ — A state grand jury has decided not to bring criminal charges against members of the U.S. Marshals Service New York/New Jersey Regional Fugitive Task Force in the fatal shooting…

Police Manhunt for Suspect Who Attempted to Abduct Young Girl in South Jersey

MAURICE RIVER TOWNSHIP, NJ — The New Jersey State Police are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a suspect involved in the attempted abduction of a juvenile female in Cumberland County.…

Hail to the King: Beloved lion Aslan passes away at Popcorn Park Animal Refuge

FORKED RIVER, NJ — Popcorn Park Animal Refuge announced the passing of Aslan, a cherished lion who had become a favorite among visitors and staff. Aslan succumbed to an aggressive form of…

Elon Musk Criticizes New Jersey’s Decision to Drop Basic Skills Testing for Teachers

TRENTON, NJ – Elon Musk, the CEO of X, SpaceX and Tesla, recently took to social media to express his skepticism about New Jersey’s new educational policy. The state, under Democratic Governor…

Tuesday morning traffic report: Here’s what’s happening across New Jersey’s roadways

NEWARK, N.J. — Commuters across New Jersey are facing multiple delays this morning as heavy traffic slows major highways and bridge crossings. As of 8:25 a.m., westbound I-280 is experiencing delays from…

New Jersey project manager identified as Eagles fan who hurled vulgar slurs at woman during playoff game

EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ — A New Jersey man has been identified as the Philadelphia Eagles fan caught on video shouting vulgar obscenities at a female Green Bay Packers fan during a recent…

Watch: Man carjacked while getting gas at Jersey Shore area gas station

RED BANK, N.J. — A suspect stole a car from a gas station in Red Bank while the owner was inside paying for fuel, authorities said. Surveillance footage shows the suspect crawling…

Trump Vows to Ban Offshore Wind Turbine Farms in New Jersey by Executive Order

ATLANTIC CITY, NJ. — President Donald Trump is set to sign an executive order halting offshore wind energy projects, a move that underscores his administration’s energy priorities and reflects growing opposition along…

Morris County player strikes big with $1 million Powerball win

TRENTON, NJ — A Powerball ticket sold in Morris County has made one lucky player $1 million richer after matching five white balls in Saturday night’s drawing. The winning ticket was purchased…

Jersey City player’s luck turns golden with nearly $1 million jackpot win.

TRENTON, NJ — A Hudson County lottery player is celebrating a life-changing win after hitting the $995,257 Jersey Cash 5 jackpot on Saturday night. The winning ticket was sold at Villa Deli…

Stop & Shop customer in Toms River strikes it big with a $67K lottery win

TRENTON, NJ — A $5 Jersey Jackpot! Fast Play Progressive ticket sold in Toms River has earned one New Jersey lottery player a prize of $67,372. The winning ticket, representing 50% of…

With California Under Fire Over Budget Cuts, Mismanagement, How is New Jersey’s State Fire Budget?

TRENTON, N.J. — As a recent increase in forest fires continues to intensify wildfire risks across New Jersey, the Murphy Administration’s 2025 budget presents a mixed approach to funding wildfire prevention and…

Doritos Shows Off Square Chip as Company Explores New Direction

In an unexpected twist that has left snack enthusiasts both baffled and excited, Doritos has announced a novel addition to its iconic lineup: square chips. The revelation came during the Food and…

Are New Jersey Boardwalk Claw Machine Plushies Infected With Dust Mites? We Performed a Laboratory Test to Find Out

ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. — A recent study has debunked rumors that plush toys from boardwalk claw machines are infested with dust mites. Conducted in January 2025, by Shore News Network’s new forensic…

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