Trenton man arrested with stolen machine pistol police say
Officers allege suspect carried Glock fitted with conversion device and stolen from Pennsylvania TRENTON, NJ — A patrol through Trenton’s Unity Square Park led officers to a 23-year-old man who allegedly fled…
CVS to pay $36.5M over insulin billing scheme as New Jersey joins settlement
Officials say the pharmacy chain overbilled Medicaid for insulin prescriptions over a decade, resulting in millions of dollars in improper reimbursements TRENTON, N.J. — CVS Pharmacy has agreed to pay $36.5 million…
$451K jackpot tops week of big New Jersey Lottery wins across the state
A Burlington County Jersey Cash 5 winner led a week that produced 12 lottery prizes of at least $10,000, including multiple Powerball wins and a six-figure jackpot TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey…
Toms River Mayor Wins Fight to Save America’s 250th Anniversary Fireworks Show
Mayor Dan Rodrick pressured council members to reconsider their vote to cancel the town’s 250th Independence Day celebration, confirming the township’s June 30 celebration honoring America’s 250th anniversary will proceed despite efforts…
New York Man Arrested in Berkeley Township Elder Scam Investigation
Police arrested a New York man accused of acting as a courier in a scam that allegedly convinced a Berkeley Township senior citizen to hand over large sums of cash and transfer…
Passaic County Cops Among Those Disciplined in New Jersey Major Discipline Report
Two Passaic County sheriff’s sergeants were terminated following federal convictions, while several Passaic police officers received lengthy suspensions for misconduct, according to newly released state disciplinary records. Multiple law enforcement officers from…
Passaic County Prosecutor’s Office Captain Suspended After Running for Sheriff While Employed
A Passaic County Prosecutor’s Office captain received a 20-day suspension after investigators found she violated political activity policies by running for county sheriff while still employed by the agency. A captain with…
Three Lakewood Cops Disciplined Following Separate Internal Investigations
Three Lakewood police officers received suspensions after internal investigations found violations involving a vehicle pursuit and the handling of an injured crash victim, according to New Jersey major discipline records. Three officers…
Berkeley Township Officer Named in New Jersey Major Discipline Report After Resignation
A Berkeley Township police officer resigned before discipline was imposed after an investigation found he shared sensitive law enforcement information that was later used in a burglary and assault, according to state…
Jackson Police Sergeant Fired After Submitting False Overtime Reports, State Records Show
A Jackson Township police sergeant was terminated after an investigation found he submitted multiple inaccurate reports seeking overtime compensation through a grant-funded program. A former Jackson Township police sergeant was fired after…
Seaside Heights Boardwalk Fire Doused Before Major Damage After Cigarette Ignites Debris
Quick action by firefighters stopped a small fire beneath the Seaside Heights boardwalk before wind and dry conditions could fuel a larger blaze. A discarded cigarette sparked a fire beneath the Seaside…
ICE Agent Struck by Car in New Jersey; Shots Fired
A federal immigration agent was reportedly struck by a fleeing vehicle and discharged a firearm during an attempted apprehension in Manahawkin, authorities said. A federal immigration enforcement operation in Stafford Township led…
Jersey Shore Weather: Sunshine Returns Before Storm Chances Build Later This Week
Pleasant beach weather is expected through midweek, but showers and thunderstorms could return as temperatures climb into the 80s by Thursday. The Jersey Shore is set for a stretch of sunny and…
Rep. Rob Menendez Repaints Jersey City Pride Crosswalk Ahead of Annual Celebration
The New Jersey congressman joined volunteers at the Hudson Pride Center to refresh a prominent rainbow crosswalk before Jersey City Pride festivities. Rep. Rob Menendez joined community members in Jersey City to…
Governor Sherrill Celebrates Pride Month at Drumthwacket, Highlights New Jersey’s LGBTQ+ History
Governor Mikie Sherrill welcomed elected officials, advocates and community members to the Governor’s Mansion as New Jersey marked Pride Month and reflected on decades of LGBTQ+ progress. Governor Mikie Sherrill hosted a…
Seaside Heights Officers Honored for Actions During Armed Domestic Violence Incident
Five members of the Seaside Heights Police Department received Meritorious Service Awards for their response to a high-risk domestic violence incident that led to the safe arrest of an armed suspect. SEASIDE…
Brick Republican Club Silencing and Censoring Criticism Online, Republican Residents Say
BRICK TOWNSHIP, NJ (Press release by Team Brick)— Team Brick is calling on the Brick Republican Club to stop blocking local Republicans from its Facebook page and to commit to open, transparent…
Hundreds of Fans Left Stranded in New York-New Jersey World Cup Transportation Meltdown
NJ Transit declared its first FIFA World Cup transportation operation a success, but fan accounts and local media reports painted a far more complicated picture marked by gridlock, long waits and confusion…
Young Republican Chairman Race Draws Attention to Embattled Ocean County GOP Chairman’s Ties
A contested race for chairman of New Jersey’s Young Republican Federation is prompting debate over leadership, transparency and longstanding ties within Ocean County Republican politics. BRICK, N.J. — Marc Vazquez, president of…
Hochul, Sherrill, and Mamdani Claim They Are The ‘Dream Team’ at World Cup Opener
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul, New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill and New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani appeared together at MetLife Stadium as the FIFA World Cup kicked off in New Jersey,…
Wildwood Crest Beaches Begin Full-Time Lifeguard Coverage for Summer Season
The Wildwood Crest Beach Patrol will begin daily lifeguard coverage Saturday, with guards stationed on all beaches through Labor Day weekend. WILDWOOD CREST, N.J. — Beachgoers heading to the Jersey Shore this…
