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New Jersey’s Caldwell investigation revives questions about transparency in the governor’s office as lawmakers press Sherrill for a complete timeline.…
Federal agents detain man with record including sexual assault of a minor and burglary Newark, NJ – Federal immigration authorities have arrested a Cuban national in New Jersey with a criminal record…
Federal agents take custody of suspect with pending rape and assault counts Newark, NJ – He was released by a judge after being charged with multiple heinous crimes, against a child. Now,…
Federal authorities allege suspect unlawfully re-entered U.S. before deadly crash Morristown, NJ – A man accused in a fatal hit-and-run that killed a 68-year-old pedestrian Friday morning had previously been deported from…
New Jersey weighs temporary sales, hotel, and gambling tax increases tied to 2026 tournament East Rutherford, NJ – New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill promised New Jersey that she would not raise sales…
State aligns with aggressive emissions goals as debate over gas vehicle phaseout grows. Sherrill backs Murphy-era clean car push as NJ joins climate alliance efforts. Trenton, NJ – Governor Mikie Sherrill’s decision…
NJ joins climate, health, and reproductive alliances under Gov. Sherrill Trenton, NJ – New Jersey has joined three multistate coalitions focused on climate policy, public health, and reproductive rights, Governor Mikie Sherrill…
Cherry Hill school district sues reporter over OPRA requests, seeks filing ban Cherry Hill, NJ – And they would have gotten away with it, if not for those meddling kids. Now, they’re…
A shooting at a busy shopping center left a 17-year-old hospitalized and sparked a swift multi-agency investigation. TOMS RIVER, N.J. – A juvenile suspect has been charged in connection with a shooting…
$500M Newark school lease deal tied to donor draws backlash amid NJ funding crisis Newark, NJ – As school districts across New Jersey grapple with budget cuts and rising property taxes, a…
Stop & Shop closes Toms River Route 9 store after years as local staple Toms River, NJ – The Stop & Shop at Tri-City Plaza on Route 9 has closed its doors,…
Secret Service agent shoots self at Philadelphia airport, sparks security scare Philadelphia, PA – A gunshot heard Friday morning inside Philadelphia International Airport caused alarm among travelers and staff, after a U.S.…
YouTuber Clavicular filmed shooting alligator in Everglades, FWC opens probe Miami, FL – A viral video showing online streamer Braden Eric Peters, known as “Clavicular,” allegedly firing multiple rounds at an alligator…
Sen. Andy Kim draws hard line on ICE funding as Senate advances DHS deal New Jersey lawmaker ties support for TSA and FEMA funding to refusal to expand immigration enforcement budget. Washington,…
A central location, empty warehouses and local support make a compelling case JACKSON TOWNSHIP, N.J. – As opposition continues to build against a proposed ICE detention facility in Roxbury, it’s time to…
Tense hearing spirals into arrest after warning ignored and deputies step in A routine court hearing erupted into chaos February 5 when a lawyer was arrested after repeatedly interrupting a judge, prompting…
Consumers say reduced blade count and design choices create confusion at purchase PHILADELPHIA, Pa. – A growing number of consumers are raising concerns over what they describe as a misleading packaging change…
NJ schools ordered to hold spring talks with nonpublic schools on state-funded aid TRENTON, N.J. – There is no rest for the weary in cash strapped school districts like Lakewood, Jackson, Middletown,…
Officials outline nearly $1M funding request while addressing public safety, projects BUENA BOROUGH, N.J. – Borough officials moved through a full agenda Monday night, approving personnel changes, advancing nearly $1 million in…
Tensions rise as controversial remarks at Philadelphia protest draw scrutiny. Philadelphia protest draws backlash after speaker praises attacks on U.S. troops. PHILADELPHIA, Pa. – A demonstration organized by the Philly Palestine Coalition…
Trenton, NJ – New Jersey has enacted a new law prohibiting most law enforcement officers, including federal agents and ICE officers, from wearing face coverings during public interactions, after the measure passed…