New Jersey advances sweeping ban on food dyes and additives in school lunches

Lawmakers move to restrict 10 substances, with school dye ban set for 2028. Trenton, NJ – New Jersey lawmakers are advancing legislation that would prohibit a range of food additives and artificial…

Crash investigation shuts down Railroad Plaza near Matawan-Aberdeen station

Utility pole replacement and police probe halt traffic near busy commuter hub. Aberdeen, NJ – A motor vehicle crash near the Matawan-Aberdeen Train Station has triggered an active police investigation and forced…

Scam Alert: New Jersey court notices tricking people to pay for bogus tickets and fines

Bold red “scam alert” flags fraudulent court notices targeting residents with payment demands. Newark, NJ – A new wave of fraudulent traffic violation notices is targeting New Jersey residents, using official-looking documents…

This gentle giant in Jackson just wants one person to love him

Meet the sweet dog named Kaos who just wants a family JACKSON, N.J. — A young dog with a tough name but a soft heart is waiting at a local shelter, hoping…

Jackson shelter pup Gizmo is winning hearts and needs a home

Meet Gizmo, the lovable pup waiting for his lucky break in Jackson JACKSON, N.J. — A friendly 7-year-old dog named Gizmo is looking for a forever home at the Northern Ocean County…

Woman accused of using fake identities to steal $86K from bank accounts

Fake ID scheme drains nearly $87K from multiple victims prosecutors say TRENTON, N.J. — A Hudson County woman has been indicted after authorities say she used fake identities to access bank accounts…

Newark police seek two suspects after gunfire on South 10th Street

Authorities recovered shell casings after a ShotSpotter alert signaled gunfire in a Newark neighborhood. Newark, NJ – Police are asking for the public’s help identifying two individuals wanted in connection with a…

Small dogs abandoned across three New Jersey towns spark investigation and reward offer

Sussex County, NJ – A series of dog abandonment incidents across three municipalities on Monday has prompted a multi-agency investigation and a public appeal for information, with officials confirming that several small…

Newark police search for suspect accused of stealing license plate on Grove Street

Newark, NJ – Police are asking for the public’s help identifying a suspect accused of removing a license plate from a parked vehicle in Newark earlier this month, an incident captured on…

New Jersey’s largest military base just went on high alert after suspicious packages found

Wrightstown, NJ – A brief security alert unfolded at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst on Tuesday after suspicious packages were reported on the installation, prompting an immediate response from Security Forces and emergency personnel.…

Undocumented Migrants in New Jersey Get Licenses, But Are They Registering for Selective Service Like American Citizens?

As automatic systems expand in New Jersey, concerns grow over whether safeguards and obligations are applied consistently. Trenton, NJ – New Jersey’s Motor Vehicle Commission is once again at the center of…

New Jersey Attorney General investigatiging after woman in medical distress who called 911 shot and killed by cops

A predawn 911 medical call in Lanoka Harbor ended in a fatal police encounter now under state investigation. Lacey Township, NJ – A woman was shot and killed by a Lacey Township…

Chocolates sold at New Jersey are Lidl stores recalled over undeclared tree nut allergens

Undisclosed allergen in German-style nougat sweets prompts multi-state recall across East Coast stores. Arlington, VA – Lidl US has issued a voluntary recall of its Favorina Chocolate Ladybugs candy after discovering the…

FDA recall issued for Boner Bear, Red Bull honey supplements laced with prescription drug ingredients

Tampa, FL – A Florida-based distributor has announced a nationwide recall of several honey-based dietary supplements after federal testing found undeclared prescription drug ingredients commonly used to treat erectile dysfunction. The products,…

Seaside Park woman pleads guilty in crash that killed 75-year-old man

A late-night hit-and-run in Seaside Heights led to a vehicular homicide plea after the victim died weeks later from his injuries. SEASIDE HEIGHTS, N.J. – A Seaside Park woman has pleaded guilty…

Former Toms River Mayor Mo Hill is Back and He Still Wants to Build a City at Ciba Geigy Superfund Site

Toms River mayor blasts council for voting against plan to minimize state-mandated affordable housing plan. Toms River, NJ – Former Toms River Mayor Maurice “Mo” Hill returned to politics this week and…

Jackson Township Has an Illegal Rental Problem as Half of Properties Inspected Operating Illegally, One Criminally

Jackson launches rental crackdown with 50% of properties cited on first day. New inspection bureau issues widespread violations as officials target illegal rentals. Jackson, NJ – It has been a long road…

16,000 remain without power across New Jersey after storms down trees, lines overnight

Heavy rain and strong winds leave widespread outages and ongoing repairs across multiple utility regions. Newark, NJ – More than 11,000 customers across New Jersey remained without power Tuesday morning after overnight…

Berlin Cross Keys Road closed in Monroe Township after Verizon lines block lanes

Fallen utility lines shut down all four lanes near Sam’s Club, disrupting morning traffic. Monroe Township, NJ – A full road closure is in effect along Berlin Cross Keys Road in Gloucester…

Ocean County College dean arrested in Pleasantville on child sex assault charges

A senior college official is accused of targeting a minor in a case spanning multiple incidents this month. TOMS RIVER, NJ – He was named Dean at Ocean County College just two…

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