Challenge Accepted: Justice Dept. Says After Gov. Mikie Sherrill Refuses Federal Request for New Jersey Voter Data
Trenton, NJ – A dispute between New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill and the U.S. Department of Justice escalated Tuesday after a top federal official responded “Challenge accepted” to the governor’s refusal to…
New Jersey Wildfire Threatens Shuttered Nuclear Power Plant
LACEY TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A fast-moving wildfire in Ocean County, named the Jones Road Forest Fire, has sparked concern as it neared the decommissioned Oyster Creek Nuclear Power Plant, triggering evacuations and…
Garden State Parkway Closed Until Midnight Due to Forest Fire
BARNEGAT, N.J. — A massive wildfire spanning 3,200 acres in Ocean and Lacey Townships prompted the evacuation of 3,000 residents Monday night as firefighting crews from New Jersey’s Forest Fire Service and…
As Trump vows to dismantle DEI, NJ Democrats push to expand it across state government
TRENTON, NJ — As President Donald Trump continues the federal government’s campaign to end diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs across public institutions, New Jersey Democrats are moving in the opposite direction…
NJMVC launches Real ID emergency program for urgent travelers ahead of May 7 deadline
TRENTON, N.J. — The New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission on Monday announced the launch of an emergency REAL ID issuance program aimed at helping travelers with urgent needs obtain compliant identification before…
5-acre wildfire burns near Barnegat-Waretown border
BARNEGAT, NJ — Firefighters are working to contain a 5-acre wildfire burning near the border of Barnegat and Waretown, officials said Monday. According to the Barnegat Police Department, the fire is located…
NJ lawmakers move to repeal diversity and inclusion instruction in public schools
TRENTON, NJ — New Jersey lawmakers are pushing to eliminate diversity and inclusion instruction from public school curricula, introducing a bill that would repeal a 2021 state law mandating such lessons for…
New bill seeks to end New Jersey’s electric societal benefits charges
TRENTON, NJ — A new bill introduced in the New Jersey Legislature would eliminate the recovery of demand side management (DSM) program costs—such as energy efficiency and renewable energy initiatives—through the state’s…
Why New Jersey law prohibits the sale of cars on Sundays
Why you can’t buy a car on Sunday in New Jersey: Blue Laws keep dealerships closed TRENTON, NJ — If you’re looking to buy a car on a Sunday in New Jersey,…
Jury finds wife of disgraced U.S. Senator Menendez a guilty ‘partner in crime’
Newark, NJ – A federal jury has convicted Nadine Menendez on bribery and corruption charges, marking the latest chapter in a high-profile case that has already seen her husband, former New Jersey…
Cuomo facing criminal charges for New York COVID-19 nursing home death coverup
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo has been referred to the Department of Justice for criminal prosecution over allegations he knowingly made false statements to Congress regarding his role…
Migrant with New Jersey probationary license ran red light at 120 MPH before hitting cop
LAKEWOOD, N.J. — A Lakewood man has been charged with aggravated assault after authorities say he barreled through a red light at 106 mph, slamming into a vehicle driven by an off-duty…
An interview with Toms River Mayor Dan Rodrick
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Toms River Mayor Dan Rodrick announced that municipal property taxes will remain flat this year, crediting deep payroll cuts and a rollback of major development plans for the…
Elderly women lead New Jersey protests against White House on Easter weekend
BLOOMFIELD, NJ – It wasn’t just Jesus rising on Easter weekend this year, across New Jersey, the call for protesters to “Rise Up” against the White House went out. And aging, greying…
Biden family Easter pic Photoshopped, the internet says
WILMINGTON, DE – A seemingly wholesome Easter family photo shared by former President Joe Biden has ignited a firestorm of speculation and debate across social media, with many users claiming the 82-year-old…
Pope Francis Dead at 88 Day After Meeting With Vice President Vance
Pope Francis, the first Latin American pontiff and a transformative figure in the Catholic Church, passed away today at the age of 88. His death, which came shortly after a meeting with…
Farm to table restaurants at the Jersey Shore push the limits of creativity and freshness
The Jersey Shore, renowned for its picturesque coastline and vibrant communities, is also home to a burgeoning farm-to-table dining scene. This culinary movement emphasizes the use of locally sourced, seasonal ingredients, offering…
Trump sends Easter message of ‘love, sincerity, and affection’ to all — including political rivals
PALM BEACH, FL — President Donald Trump marked Easter Sunday with a message that mixed holiday wishes with his signature political style, extending greetings not only to supporters but also to critics…
Governor Phil Murphy’s Hop and Flop Easter Bunny Video Remembered Five Years Later
TRENTON, N.J. — On Easter Sunday five years ago, New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy and First Lady Tammy Murphy appeared in a lighthearted video amid the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, drawing…
New Jersey Senator Cory Booker delivers egg price hoax on Easter
NEWARK, NJ – New Jerseyans woke up to an unsettling message from U.S. Senator Cory Booker this morning, blaming President Donald J. Trump for the high price of eggs on this national…
New Jersey Needs a Buc-ee’s and There’s No Reason There Isn’t One Yet
New Jersey, with its bustling highways, vibrant tourism, and loyal convenience store culture, is primed for a bold addition to its roadside landscape: a Buc-ee’s rest stop. Right now, Wawa is the…
