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…
Toms River Recreation Offering Pickleball Classes and Summer Chess Camp
Residents looking to learn a new skill this year can sign up for beginner pickleball lessons or a week-long chess camp through Toms River Recreation programs. TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Toms River…
NJ Transit Celebrates Problem-Free First Day of World Cup Train Rides
After months of criticism over delays and service disruptions, NJ Transit says it successfully moved more than 21,000 World Cup fans from MetLife Stadium without major operational issues following the tournament’s first…
Seaside Heights Police Seeking Public’s Help Identifying Vandalism Suspects
Investigators are asking for the public’s assistance after a vandalism incident in Seaside Heights involving several individuals who were seen leaving the area toward Seaside Park. SEASIDE HEIGHTS, N.J. — The Seaside…
Knicks Win First NBA Title in 53 Years as New Yorkers Burn School Buses to Celebrate
The New York Knicks ended a 53-year championship drought Saturday night, but celebrations quickly spiraled into violence as buses were set on fire, a teenager was shot and dozens of arrests were…
New Jersey’s First World Cup Match Ends in a 1-1 Tie, Reminding The World Why We Don’t Love Soccer
East Rutherford, NJ – The first FIFA World Cup match ever played in New Jersey was supposed to be a historic moment. Instead, many Americans left MetLife Stadium and turned off their…
Wildwood Liquor Makes Public Offer to Alleged Booze Thieves
A North Wildwood liquor store is publicly asking two suspected shoplifters to return and pay for stolen merchandise before the matter is turned over to police. NORTH WILDWOOD, N.J. — Green’s Liquors…
Seaside Heights Pedestrian Injured in 2022 Crash Speaks Out About Recovery and Transparency
A man who suffered a traumatic brain injury after being struck by a vehicle in Seaside Heights is sharing his story publicly as he continues his recovery nearly four years later. SEASIDE…
Pork Roll, Egg, and Queens Drag Brunch to Cap Off Ocean County’s Pride Weekend
A drag brunch at Seaside Social House will close out a three-day Pride Weekend celebration that brought events to Toms River and Seaside Heights. SEASIDE HEIGHTS, N.J. — Pride Weekend festivities in…
Brush Fire Reported Behind Bayville AutoZone Along Route 9
Firefighters responded to a smoldering brush fire reported behind the AutoZone store on Atlantic City Boulevard in Bayville. BAYVILLE, N.J. — Emergency crews were dispatched to a brush fire Sunday behind the…
New Jersey Lawmakers Just Gave AI Datacenters Huge Tax Breaks, Now They Don’t Want AI
Just two years after New Jersey approved hundreds of millions in tax incentives to attract artificial intelligence projects, many Democratic officials and advocacy groups are pushing to slow or stop large-scale AI…
NJ Lawmakers Unanimously Pass Domestic Violence Parole Tracking Bill
A New Jersey bill aimed at improving communication between courts and parole officials in domestic violence cases passed the Assembly without a single opposing vote. TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey lawmakers have…
Ortley Beach: A great family friendly destination minutes from Seaside Heights crowds
Sunny skies, summer temperatures and refreshing ocean water are expected to make Ortley Beach one of the Jersey Shore’s top destinations this weekend. ORTLEY BEACH, N.J. — With temperatures climbing into the…
New Jersey Bill Would Make it a Crime to Protest at Abortion Clinics, Block Entry
A controversial New Jersey bill creating new criminal penalties for interference with reproductive health care services cleared another legislative hurdle after split committee votes in the Assembly. TRENTON, N.J. — In New…
Federal Court Tosses New Jersey Family Court Decision That Left Defendant Destitute
A South Jersey man’s lawsuit against former Attorney General Matthew Platkin and others was dismissed after a federal judge ruled the court cannot act as an appeals court for state family court…
New Jersey Bill Would Protect Unemployment Benefits for Poll Workers
Legislation advancing in Trenton would ensure temporary poll workers can earn up to $1,000 annually without affecting unemployment benefits or triggering payroll taxes. TRENTON, N.J. — A bill moving through the New…
New Jersey releases report detailing discipline against hundreds of police officers
New state data shows 817 major disciplinary actions were finalized against 654 law enforcement officers across New Jersey in 2025 TRENTON, N.J. — More than 650 law enforcement officers across New Jersey…
Cape May County launches major traffic crackdown ahead of busy summer season
Every police department in the county is joining a new highway safety task force targeting speeding, drunk driving, distracted driving and other dangerous behaviors CAPE MAY COURT HOUSE, N.J. — Drivers traveling…
DOJ Sues Virginia Over New Jersey Style Ban on Masks for ICE Agents
The federal government is suing Virginia after the state moved to restrict federal agents from wearing face coverings during enforcement operations, a sharp reversal from the mask mandates many Americans faced just…
After Taxing Residents and Businesses To No End, New Jersey Moves to Hit Private Prisons Next
As Residents and Businesses Leave, New Jersey Lawmakers Push New Taxes on Private Prisons Trenton, NJ – Just when you thought there was nothing left to tax in New Jersey, state Democrats…
Toms River’s Summer Beach Concerts and Fireworks: The Complete Schedule
From beachside fireworks to high-energy tribute bands, Toms River is once again turning Shelter Cove Beach into one of the Jersey Shore’s premier summer destinations. TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Summer at the…
