New Jersey Lottery jackpot lands in Bergen County
Winning Casting for Cash ticket sold at Fort Lee Acme FORT LEE, NJ — A New Jersey Lottery player is holding a Fast Play progressive jackpot-winning ticket worth $50,735 after purchasing it…
New Jersey State Police bolster security at Ferry Port ahead of Thanksgiving
WEEHAWKEN, N.J. — The New Jersey State Police conducted a high-visibility security operation at Port Imperial on Thanksgiving Eve to ensure the safety of travelers during one of the busiest travel periods…
Union City man’s death ruled homicide, police investigate blunt force injuries
UNION CITY, N.J. — The death of a 56-year-old man found unresponsive behind a building on 23rd Street earlier this month has been ruled a homicide, the Hudson County Prosecutor’s Office announced…
Mega Millions jackpot surpasses $500 million as excitement builds
TRENTON, NJ — The Mega Millions jackpot has soared to an estimated $514 million after no tickets matched all six numbers in Tuesday’s drawing. The multi-state lottery, which spans 47 U.S. jurisdictions,…
Hudson County man convicted in 2022 armed robbery case
JERSEY CITY, N.J. — A Harrison man was found guilty Friday on multiple charges for his role in a 2022 armed robbery in Weehawken, Hudson County Prosecutor Esther Suarez announced. Mouhamed Ba,…
When does Santa Claus rides with Cherry Hill firefighters for annual neighborhood tour
CHERRY HILL, N.J. — Santa Claus will bring holiday cheer to Cherry Hill neighborhoods starting Saturday, December 14, as part of the Cherry Hill Fire Department’s annual Santa Tour. The weeklong event…
Hamilton Township police seek owner of found dog
HAMILTON TOWNSHIP, N.J. — Police are searching for the owner of a dog found near the intersection of Jefferson Avenue and Estelle Avenue, according to a statement posted by the Township of…
Bergen County man and associate accused of defrauding investor in software startup scheme
TRENTON, N.J. — Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin announced a civil enforcement action on Friday against a Bergen County man and his Brooklyn-based associate, alleging they defrauded a childhood friend of one…
Desperate Democrats Are Still Trying to Find a Way for Kamala Harris to Become President
Hoover Institution Senior Fellow Victor Davis Hanson suggested Friday on his podcast that Democrats could seek to elevate Vice President Kamala Harris to the presidency if concerns over President Joe Biden’s mental…
Victim robbed of $6,000 and iPhone as Newark police search for suspect
**Newark, NJ -** The Newark Department of Public Safety seeks assistance from the public to identify a man wanted for questioning in a robbery that took place on November 3. Newark Public…
Everything You Need to Know About Mountainville, New Jersey, Home of a New Geological Fault Line
MOUNTAINVILLE, N.J. — The quaint village of Mountainville in Hunterdon County, known for its scenic charm and historic quirks, has found itself at the center of an unexpected geological discovery. Researchers from…
New Jerseyans Cut Back on Casinos as State Reports 8% Revenue Drop
ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. — The economy is doing great, they tell us. But, New Jerseyans on the ground are feeling the heat and people are still cutting back on discretionary spending, including…
Police search for suspect in Newark porch package theft
NEWARK, N.J. — Authorities are seeking the public’s assistance in identifying a suspect captured on surveillance video stealing a package from a Newark residence earlier this week. The theft occurred on Wednesday…
Elder Fraud Suspect Captured in Phone Scam that Targeted Elderly South Jerseyans
GALLOWAY TOWNSHIP, NJ — A 51-year-old Pennsylvania man was arrested Tuesday after attempting to collect cash from an elderly couple in what police say was an elaborate phone scam involving a fake…
Newark Woman Sought in Connection with July Kidnapping and Robbery
NEWARK, NJ — Authorities are searching for a Newark woman wanted for questioning in connection with a July kidnapping and robbery incident, according to Public Safety Director Emanuel Miranda. Wendy Melendez, 43,…
Brain UnTrust: New Jersey Man Defrauded Brain Injury Fund Out of $4 Million
TRENTON, NJ — A Somerset County man was sentenced to 87 months in federal prison on Tuesday for defrauding the New Jersey Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Fund of millions of dollars and…
Toms River to Require Utility Companies to Pay For and Fully Pave Roads After They’re Dug Up
TOMS RIVER – The township of Toms River, New Jersey, is advancing an ordinance requiring utility companies to properly repave roads they dig up, particularly if the roads have been recently paved.…
Two New Jersey players strike it rich with million-dollar lottery wins over weekend
TRENTON, NJ— Two New Jersey Lottery players won more than $1 million each over the weekend, one from a Powerball ticket and the other from a Jersey Cash 5 jackpot. On Saturday,…
NJEA Convention Highlights Sean Spiller’s Campaign for Governor, Drag Queens, and “Queering the Curriculum”
The New Jersey Education Association (NJEA) hosted its annual conference this week, drawing attention for its lineup of speakers and workshops centered around themes of inclusivity, equity, and education. The conference, themed…
Newark’s Ghost Train Rumored to Pass Tonight at Midnight
NEWARK, N.J. — In Newark, an enduring urban legend tells of a ghostly steam engine that reportedly passes through the city’s train station at midnight on the 10th of every month. Known…
Does a Giant Loch Ness Type Serpent Lurk Beneat New Jersey’s Largest Lake?
In the depths of Lake Hopatcong, New Jersey’s largest freshwater lake, locals say that something strange and massive might just be lurking. Known as “Hoppie,” this legendary creature first became a topic…
