New Jersey is Home to America’s Safest Drivers, New Report Claims
Trenton, NJ – If you live in New Jersey or have ever driven through New Jersey, you might have just raised your eyebrows, but a new study actually suggests New Jersey is…
New law gives military dependents more flexibility in college grading
TRENTON — Governor Phil Murphy on Tuesday signed into law a bipartisan bill sponsored by Senator Parker Space (R-24) that expands academic grading options for the dependents of military service members enrolled…
Toms River hosts movie night on Ortley Beach with ‘Surf’s Up’ screening
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Toms River’s Neighborhood Movie Night in the Park series continues tonight with a beachside showing of Surf’s Up at 7 p.m. on 3rd Avenue in Ortley Beach. Presented…
New Jersey state senator slams PJM auction results, blames high energy costs on state energy policies
TRENTON — Senate Republican Leader Anthony M. Bucco criticized New Jersey’s energy policies on Tuesday following the release of the latest PJM Interconnection Base Residual Auction results, which showed no relief in…
Multiple families displaced in fire at Lakewood Route 70 apartment building
LAKEWOOD, N.J. — A two-alarm fire tore through a multi-unit residential building Tuesday morning, displacing more than a dozen residents in Lakewood, authorities said. The Lakewood Fire Department responded around 8:05 a.m.…
Governor Murphy Upset After Department of Defense Plan to Relocate 1,000 Jobs from New Jersey Orinance Research Center
TRENTON — Governor Phil Murphy has raised formal objections to a U.S. Army restructuring plan that could divert funding and missions away from Picatinny Arsenal, warning it would severely weaken the longtime…
Wildwood Navy SEAL Challenge returns August 3 with grueling beach endurance course
WILDWOOD, N.J. — The 8th Annual Navy SEAL Challenge will take over the Wildwood beachfront on Sunday, August 3, as athletes from across the region gather to compete in a demanding test…
CAIR-NJ to protest bill defining antisemitism under IHRA standard ahead of committee vote
TRENTON, N.J. — The New Jersey chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-NJ) will hold a press conference this week outside the district office of Assembly Speaker Craig Coughlin to protest…
Atlantic County prosecutor urges caution after 14-year-old dies in e-bike crash
EGG HARBOR TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A 14-year-old boy from Egg Harbor Township was killed last week in Somers Point after being struck by a car while riding a motorized bicycle, prompting Atlantic…
Morris County Update: Two Earthquakes Shake North Jersey as Chris Christie Travels to Trenton
RANDOLPH, N.J. — Here’s today’s Morris County breakdown. Two minor earthquakes struck Morris County within 24 hours on Monday, according to data from the U.S. Geological Survey. The event happened the same…
Free concerts, movies, and sports light up the week in Perth Amboy
PERTH AMBOY, N.J. — With summer in full swing, Perth Amboy’s Office of Recreation is rolling out a packed lineup of free and low-cost events this week for residents of all ages,…
DOJ Fires Female Employee Who Is Co-Owner of App That Alerts Illegal Aliens of ICE
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Justice has terminated Carolyn Feinstein, a forensic accountant and nearly decade-long employee, over her undisclosed ownership in a business tied to an app that alerts…
New strategic innovation center to boost medtech growth in South Jersey
CAMDEN, N.J. — The New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) announced Monday a partnership with Rowan University to launch a Strategic Innovation Center (SIC) with locations in Camden and Mullica Hill, aimed…
NJ Democrats eye redistricting strategy as national party targets GOP-held seats
TRENTON, N.J. — Top Democrats are weighing redistricting efforts in New Jersey and other blue states as part of a broader strategy to regain control of the U.S. House of Representatives, with…
New Jersey Lawmakers Introduce Bill to Remove State Police From Control of Political Influence of Attorney General’s Office
TRENTON, N.J. — A new bill introduced in the New Jersey Senate would remove the Division of State Police from the Department of Law and Public Safety and establish a separate Department…
PATH riders get relief options as Hoboken switch issues continue
HOBOKEN, N.J. — PATH riders facing delays due to ongoing switch problems at Hoboken Terminal will have expanded travel alternatives through Friday night, officials announced. Starting 6 a.m. Tuesday through 11:59 p.m.…
Murphy unveils portrait of Kim Guadagno, completing New Jersey’s first lieutenant governor gallery
TRENTON — Governor Phil Murphy on Monday unveiled the official portrait of Kim Guadagno, New Jersey’s first lieutenant governor, finalizing a historic series of paintings that will permanently honor the state’s lieutenant…
Dry Weather, Mild Temps Give New Jersey a Break from Summer Heat and Humidity
Warm, dry weather builds across New Jersey after early week showers TRENTON — New Jersey will see a shift toward sunnier, hotter conditions through the end of the week after scattered showers…
Parkway slows down through Brick and Lakewood, adding time to morning commute
TRENTON — Commuters across New Jersey faced a series of disruptions Tuesday morning, with multiple disabled vehicles and traffic delays reported on major roadways. As of 7:48 a.m., a disabled truck on…
New Jersey bill would add pedestrian and cyclist safety rules to driver education materials
TRENTON — A New Jersey bill aimed at improving roadway safety by updating driver education materials to include specific information on sharing the road with pedestrians and cyclists has been advanced by…
Somerset County offers mental health support for residents affected by flooding
SOMERVILLE, N.J. — The Somerset County Department of Human Services announced Monday that mental health services are now available for residents impacted by recent flooding. Support is being provided through the Richard…
