Utility pole crashes down sparking vehicle fires during Hackensack storm
Police say a powerful storm brought down a utility pole, igniting multiple vehicles and creating dangerous conditions across the city. HACKENSACK, NJ — A powerful storm that swept through Hackensack on Tuesday…
Sore Throat is Main Symptom of Latest COVID-19 Strain to Hit New Jersey, With Minimal Impact
TRENTON, N.J. — A newly emerging strain of COVID-19, known as Nimbus (NB.1.8.1), is now the leading variant circulating in New Jersey, with health officials noting a severe sore throat as one…
Disgraced Former NJ Senator Bob Menendez Goes to Prison
Former New Jersey Senator Bob Menendez reported to the Federal Correctional Institution, Schuylkill, in Pennsylvania on Tuesday, to begin an 11-year prison sentence for a bribery and corruption scheme. The 71-year-old, who…
Seaside Heights police respond to reported armed threat on Hamilton Avenue, no weapon found
SEASIDE HEIGHTS, N.J. — Police in Seaside Heights responded Tuesday night to a reported threat involving a firearm at a Hamilton Avenue residence, but no weapon was ultimately found at the scene.…
Phil Murphy beefs up security for lawmakers after Tim Walz appointee goes on shooting spree in Minnesota
TRENTON, N.J. — Governor Phil Murphy has directed state authorities to increase security for public officials across New Jersey following the fatal shooting of Minnesota lawmakers and their spouses over the weekend.…
Trump administration steps in as Cranbury farm faces eminent domain so town can build affordable housing
CRANBURY, N.J. — The Trump administration is stepping into a local eminent domain battle in Middlesex County, where a New Jersey farmer is fighting to preserve his 175-year-old family farm from being…
Criminal Migrant Fugitive Who Escaped New Jersey ICE Facility Turned Away by Police Due to Sanctuary State Laws
NEWARK, N.J. — Only in New Jersey. A criminal alien who escaped custody during a riot at an ICE detention facility in Newark was turned away by police when he was trying…
Heat wave expected to boost New Jersey shore crowds after three rainy weekends
SEASIDE HEIGHTS, N.J. — After three consecutive weekends of rain dampened shore tourism, New Jersey beach towns are finally bracing for a major turnout as a prolonged heat wave is expected to…
Local business owner forced to apologize over employee’s actions at No Kings protest as Dems call for boycott
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — The angry far-left mob is complaining once again, calling for the demise of a local business. This comes after a rally, ironically dubbed “No Kings”, yet supporters of…
Trenton man charged with aggravated sexual assault of a child
TRENTON, N.J. — A 43-year-old Trenton man has been arrested and charged in connection with the sexual assault of a juvenile, following a joint investigation by the Mercer County Prosecutor’s Office Special…
New Jersey police officer pleads guilty to distributing child sexual abuse material
MORRISTOWN, N.J. — A suspended Dover police officer has pled guilty to distributing child sexual abuse material (CSAM), according to Morris County Prosecutor Robert Carroll and Chief of Detectives Robert McNally. Anthony…
Hot rods and crafts return to NAS Wildwood Aviation Museum on June 28
LOWER TOWNSHIP, N.J. — The Naval Air Station Wildwood (NASW) Aviation Museum will host its annual Wings & Things Arts & Crafts Festival featuring Hot Rods at the Hangar on Saturday, June…
Coast Guard conducts three separate tows for disabled vessels near New York harbor and Sandy Hook
NEW YORK — Coast Guard crews from Station Kings Point, Station New York, and Station Sandy Hook executed three separate towing operations Saturday after receiving reports of disabled vessels in the area.…
Armed carjacker shot by police after shooting at rideshare driver in North Jersey
NORTH ARLINGTON, N.J. — A Bayonne man was shot by law enforcement Saturday after allegedly firing a handgun at a ride-share driver and stealing the vehicle in Kearny, officials said. The incident…
Wildwoods Doo Wop Neon Night Tours every Tuesday and Thursday this summer
WILDWOOD, N.J. — The Wildwoods are bringing back their popular Doo Wop Back to the 50s Neon Night Tours, offering visitors a chance to experience the largest collection of mid-century resort architecture…
Tim Walz appointee arrested and charged with murdering lawmaker and spouse in targeted political attack
GREEN ISLE, Minn. — A Minnesota man has been charged with stalking and murdering Minnesota House Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman and her husband, as well as stalking and shooting State Senator John…
Two players walk away with six-figure prizes after lottery win in New Jersey
TRENTON, N.J. — Two Jersey Cash 5 players — one from Middlesex County and another who used the Jackpocket app — will each collect $408,109 after splitting Saturday’s $816,218 jackpot, according to…
Ocean County officials visit troubled RiverWinds facility as Democrat-aligned lobbyist eyes similar project at Ocean County Park
WEST DEPTFORD, N.J. — A busload of Ocean County officials, including Lakewood Mayor Menashe Miller and several Ocean County commissioners, traveled to West Deptford to tour the RiverWinds Community Center, a controversial…
Mikie Sherrill is in big trouble over lucrative lucky stock trades made while serving in Congress
TRENTON, NJ — New Jersey Congresswoman Mikie Sherrill is in hot water over stock trades that increased her net worth by millions of dollars while serving in Congress. Voters are questioning her…
Rediscovering Wildwood’s Hidden Gem: Fascination on the Boardwalk
Wildwood is slowly losing its retro-Americana charm, one condo and one boardwalk smoke shop at a time, but one man is still holding on tightly to what New Jersey’s boardwalks once held…
Wall police make multiple arrests for DWI, drugs, and outstanding warrants
WALL TOWNSHIP, N.J. — The Wall Township Police Department reported a series of arrests last week ranging from shoplifting to drug possession and multiple driving while intoxicated (DWI) charges. On Tuesday, June…
