Wall Township Cancels Firecracker 5 Race After Storm Brings Down Large Trees
Wall Township, NJ – The Wall Township Police Department announced that the annual Firecracker 5 race scheduled for Saturday has been canceled after severe thunderstorms brought down two large trees overnight. Police…
Some Children Left Behind: New Jersey Lawmakers Intentionally Shortchanging School Districts Because of Political Affiliation
For years, parents and teachers in Republican leaning school districts across New Jersey have claimed that state Democrats and Governor Mikie Sherrill and her predecessor Phil Murphy have targeted those districts and…
New Jersey Ranks No. 2 in U.S. for Pest-Prone Homes as Density, Aging Housing Fuel Problems
TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey ranks as the second-most pest-vulnerable state in the country, according to a new nationwide study that found the state’s dense neighborhoods, older housing stock, and favorable conditions…
Ocean Township Steps Up Trash, Lawn and Property Enforcement Across Neighborhoods
OCEAN TOWNSHIP, N.J. — Household trash complaints, overgrown lawns and bulk waste problems drove a surge in code enforcement activity across Ocean Township this spring, with township officials logging dozens of sanitation…
Furio From The Sopranos Shows Up in Asbury Park
ASBURY PARK, N.J. — Federico Castelluccio, the actor best known for playing Furio Giunta on HBO’s The Sopranos, made a recent appearance in Asbury Park where he spent time with New Jersey…
New Jersey Targets Early Utility Autopay Withdrawals Before Official Due Dates After Consumer Complaints
TRENTON, N.J. — Did you ever get automatically charged by a service for a bill before it was due? Well, New Jersey lawmakers want to put and end to that practice. New…
Warehouse Fire Near MetLife Stadium Sparks Online Panic After Misleading Social Media Post
CARLSTADT, N.J. — Even though New Jersey’s involvement in the 2026 FIFA World Cup has been a political dumpster fire, you can rest assured, knowing that Met-Life Stadium did not burn down…
New Jersey MVC Recalls ‘FDT-8647’ License Plate After Anti-Trump Message Draws Complaints
Hopewell, NJ — New Jersey motor vehicle officials have recalled a personalized license plate reading “FDT-8647” after the anti-Trump message circulated widely online and triggered complaints about political rhetoric targeting President Donald…
Dollar General theft suspect caught on camera in West Long Branch
West Long Branch police release photo in store theft probe WEST LONG BRANCH, NJ — Police in West Long Branch are asking for the public’s help identifying a woman captured on surveillance…
New Jersey’s Wealth Flight Accelerates as High Taxes Push Residents, Billions in Income Out of State
Trenton, NJ — New Jersey lost nearly 19,400 tax filers and more than $2.5 billion in adjusted gross income between 2022 and 2023 as higher-income residents continued leaving for lower-tax states, according…
New Jersey Weekend Forecast: Sunny Friday Gives Way to Saturday Storms Before Warm Sunday Rebound
TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey residents will see a mix of sunshine, showers, and a sharp warm-up this weekend, with forecasters tracking possible thunderstorms Saturday before temperatures surge close to 80 degrees…
New Jersey Investing an Estimated $5 Million to Bring World Cup Experience to Communities Across State
CAMDEN COUNTY, N.J. — New Jersey officials announced Tuesday that $5 million in state grants will be distributed to dozens of organizations across the state to create fan zones, watch parties, festivals,…
Keansburg teen accused in violent Freehold shooting
Teen charged in connection with shooting Freehold, NJ – A shooting near a public library in broad daylight left one man wounded and sparked a multi-agency manhunt that ended with the arrest…
New Jersey Approved License Plate FDT-8647 But Denied Many Harmless Others
New Jersey MVC-Approved License Plate Referencing ‘8647’ Sparks Concern After Threats Against Trump Hopewell, N.J. — A New Jersey license plate carrying the letters and numbers “FDT-8647” has drawn sharp criticism online…
Warm Days, Cold Nights: New Jersey Gardeners Urged to Wait Before Planting Summer Crops
Toms River, NJ – An early taste of summer warmth is arriving this week, with temperatures climbing into the mid-80s, but gardeners across New Jersey’s Zone 7 are being warned not to…
New Jersey Diners Are In Decline, But State Lawmakers Say There’s A Plan To Save Them
Trenton, NJ — A new bill backed by South Jersey lawmakers would slash taxes for long-standing diners and restaurants, offering financial relief to businesses that have operated for at least 25 years…
Detached Garage Fire in Howell Township Destroys Vehicles, No Injuries Reported
Howell Township, NJ — Flames tore through a detached garage early Wednesday morning, destroying vehicles and property but leaving all residents unharmed after a quick evacuation, according to Howell Township police. The…
Letter: I’m Terrified for My Life – Woman Fears She’s At Risk from
Disclaimer: The letter alleges widespread corruption and misconduct within Monmouth County’s legal, law enforcement, and court systems, with the writer claiming they were falsely arrested, financially exploited, and targeted as part of…
Man Shot Inside Freehold Library, Victim in Critical Condition
FREEHOLD, NJ — A man remains in critical but stable condition after a shooting inside the Freehold Borough Public Library on East Main Street Thursday afternoon, an act that disrupted a typically…
World Cup Games to Make Most of North Jersey a Traffic Nightmare According to New NJTPA Heat Map
Newark, NJ — New Jersey transportation officials are effectively telling millions of residents to stay off the roads — and, in many cases, work from home — during the 2026 FIFA World…
NJ GOP Senators Urge Sherrill to Restore School Aid Before Budget Deadline, Warn of Cuts and Tax Hikes
Trenton, NJ — Two Republican state senators are pressing Gov. Mikie Sherrill to reverse proposed limits on school funding, warning that districts across New Jersey are already cutting programs and raising property…