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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.…
NJ gas prices jump more than $1 as Iran conflict rattles oil markets and hits Ocean County. New Jersey drivers are getting hit with a sharp jump at the pump as turmoil…
A multi-agency enforcement push is targeting speeding, tailgating, and distracted driving on highways through late April. Trenton, NJ – New Jersey State Police have launched a coordinated crackdown on aggressive driving, partnering…
A viral YouTube clash with a tight-knit community triggers backlash and fallout. YouTuber Tyler Oliveira faces backlash after Lakewood video sparks controversy Lakewood, NJ – A high-profile YouTube video targeting Lakewood’s Orthodox…
Proposed law would criminalize deceptive AI political ads and require disclosure labels. Trenton, NJ – A New Jersey Senate bill would impose new restrictions on the use of artificial intelligence in political…
Proposed law ties manufacturer fees to gun violence costs and creates fund for victims. Trenton, NJ – A newly introduced bill in the New Jersey Assembly would require firearm manufacturers to obtain…
A newly introduced New Jersey bill would require every public college and university to create and carry out a campus menstrual equity plan within a year. Trenton, NJ – A bill introduced…
A sweeping New Jersey housing bill would increase inspections, penalties, and landlord disclosure rules for subsidized rental properties. Trenton, NJ – A newly introduced bill in the New Jersey Assembly would create…
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…
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…
A visit by a former congressman to a county detention center spotlighted ongoing tensions over immigration enforcement policies in Maryland. Bel Air, MD – A former U.S. congressman and military officer visited…
Authorities are investigating a series of coordinated animal abandonment cases across multiple towns in Sussex County. Sussex County, NJ – New Jersey State Police are searching for those responsible after multiple groups…
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.…
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…
New Jersey Attorney General Jennifer Davenport says the Trump administration is unlawfully threatening housing enforcement funding tied to LGBTQ protections. Trenton, NJ – New Jersey Attorney General Jennifer Davenport has joined a…
Federal officials say the Mexican national previously deported should be transferred to immigration custody. Newark, NJ – Federal immigration officials are urging New Jersey authorities to transfer an Ocean County man accused…
The growing list of nicknames for Saint Louis center Robbie Avila has sparked debate about race, humor, and double standards in sports culture. St. Louis, MO – A series of racially themed…
Police say a dispute between neighbors escalated into alleged derogatory remarks leading to criminal charges. Lakewood, NJ – A 71-year-old Lakewood resident has been charged with bias intimidation following an incident earlier…
State lawmakers are seeking a deeper look at the financial pressures driving older residents into bankruptcy. Senior bankruptcy study bill introduced in New York Assembly to examine decade of filings Albany, NY…
The proposal would require fuel providers to lower the carbon intensity of transportation fuels across New York. Albany, NY – New York lawmakers are advancing legislation that would establish a statewide “Clean…
Federal immigration officials say the suspect was knocked unconscious by his teenage son while allegedly assaulting the boy’s mother. Baldwin County, AL – Immigration officials have issued a detainer for a man…