Hard Working People are Leaving New Jersey for More Tax-Friendly States, Report
Trenton, NJ – New Jersey continued to rank among the nation’s biggest losers in interstate migration as residents moved to lower-tax states, according to a new report by Tax Foundation policy analyst…
New Jersey man accused of repeated sexual assaults on juvenile
Prosecutors say a Hackensack man sexually assaulted a juvenile on more than one occasion, leading to multiple felony charges. HACKENSACK, N.J. — A 44-year-old Hackensack man has been charged with sexually assaulting…
New Jersey Supreme Court Limits Facial Recognition Discovery in Jersey City Murder Case
The state’s highest court ruled that criminal defendants can obtain information about how facial recognition technology was used in an investigation, but not proprietary software details without a stronger showing of need.…
Drunk driver gets prison time after passenger killed in Roxbury crash
An East Rutherford man has been sentenced to state prison after admitting he caused a crash that killed his passenger when a van slammed into a tree in Morris County. MORRISTOWN, N.J.…
New Jersey Issues New Policies to Keep ICE Out Schools, Hospitals and Churches
Attorney General Jennifer Davenport has released new statewide model policies aimed at protecting access to schools, hospitals, shelters and places of worship as federal immigration enforcement activity continues across New Jersey. New…
Bergen County Fugitive Captured in Ocean County After Alleged Fight With Officers
A Bergen County fugitive wanted on an outstanding sheriff’s warrant was arrested in Ocean County and is now facing additional charges, including violent resistance to arrest and throwing bodily fluids at correctional…
Paterson Strengthens Brand as Sister City to Palestinian Authority Stronghold Ramallah
Paterson officials continue expanding cultural ties with Ramallah, reflecting the city’s status as home to one of the largest Palestinian-American communities in the United States. Paterson has further cemented its relationship with…
New Jersey Cop Was Fired for Going to Park During COVID-19 Lockdown, Report Shows
A Lawrence Township police officer was terminated after investigators concluded he misrepresented his whereabouts, violated pandemic restrictions, and altered his patrol vehicle camera position to conceal his activities. A former Lawrence Township…
New Jersey Officer Resigned Amid Multiple Sustained Misconduct Investigations, Records Show
A New Jersey police officer resigned while facing multiple internal affairs investigations that included domestic violence-related allegations, improper access to confidential records, and unsafe firearm storage, according to the state’s major discipline…
Union City Police Sergeant Suspended 180 Days Following DWI Conviction
A Union City police sergeant received a six-month suspension after being convicted of driving under the influence following a 2021 arrest in Somerset County. A Union City Police Department supervisor was suspended…
Union City Police Officer Suspended 180 Days After DUI Arrest in Secaucus
A Union City police officer received a six-month suspension after pleading guilty to driving under the influence following his arrest in Secaucus. A Union City Police Department officer was suspended for 180…
North Bergen Cop Accused of Staying Home While Being Paid to Patrol Faces Criminal Charge
A North Bergen police officer was suspended without pay after prosecutors charged him with theft by deception, alleging he remained at home for more than 130 hours while scheduled to be on…
Kearny Police Officer Suspended 60 Days for Sharing Confidential Database Information
A Kearny police officer received a 60-day unpaid suspension after an investigation found he improperly shared information from a law enforcement database with a civilian. A Kearny Police Department officer was suspended…
New Jersey Weather Forecast: Stormy Start Gives Way to Summer Sunshine
Heavy rain and thunderstorms will soak New Jersey on Tuesday before sunshine and warmer temperatures return for the second half of the week. New Jersey residents are starting the week with a…
Texas Democrat Challenging Tom Kean Jr. Calls Ailing Congressman a ‘Coward’ During Months-Long Medical Absence
Republican Congressman Tom Kean Jr. is expected to return to Washington next week after nearly four months away from Capitol Hill due to a serious medical condition, but his Democratic opponent is…
East Brunswick Business Owner Convicted in $28,000 Equipment Insurance Fraud Scheme
Prosecutors say a Middlesex County man submitted a fraudulent claim for damage that existed before he purchased the insurance policy and used a fake repair invoice to support the claim. TRENTON —…
New Jersey Bill Would Require Folic Acid Fortification in Corn Masa Flour to Combat Birth Defects
Proposed legislation aims to reduce neural tube defects in Latino communities by mandating folic acid fortification in corn masa flour sold and used throughout New Jersey. A New Jersey lawmaker has introduced…
First Full Day of Summer Brings Heavy Delays Across North Jersey, Hudson River Crossings
Commuters faced lengthy backups Monday morning as police activity on the George Washington Bridge, a water main break on Route 17, and heavy rush-hour traffic snarled major roadways throughout North Jersey. The…
New Jersey Bill Would Give Developers More Flexibility on EV Charging Requirements
Proposed legislation would allow developers to meet electric vehicle charging mandates through total charging capacity rather than the number of charging spaces installed. A New Jersey lawmaker has introduced legislation that could…
Teaneck Police Department Welcomes Two New Officers Following Bergen County Police Academy Graduation
The Teaneck Police Department is celebrating the graduation of its two newest officers, who officially completed training at the Bergen County Police Academy and will soon begin serving the community. The Teaneck…
Bad Cop List: Multiple New Jersey State Troopers Identified in OAG Major Incident Report
From domestic violence allegations and drunken driving crashes to excessive force convictions and falsifying information during investigations, New Jersey State Police disciplinary records reveal a troubling list of misconduct cases involving troopers…
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