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…
New Jersey’s Left Doesn’t Want a King, Unless That King is Governor Phil Murphy or Another Democrat
New Jersey is a crazy mess and this weekend, things got a bit crazier as thousands came out for a “No Kings” protest against President Trump, supported by the very same people…
Grandmother jumps out window with baby as pregnant mom and two children die in Philadelphia house fire
PHILADELPHIA, PA — A pregnant woman and her two children lost their lives in a house fire that tore through their Philadelphia home early Friday. Authorities believe the fire was deliberately set.…
Island Heights students celebrate Flag Day with Mayor Doyle and local leaders
ISLAND HEIGHTS, NJ — Island Heights Elementary School students gathered with Mayor Doyle and community members to celebrate Flag Day, reflecting on the significance of the American flag and its values. During…
No Kings Protest ‘Peacekeeper’ Accidentally Shoots and Kills Innocent Bystander
SALT LAKE CITY, UT — The Salt Lake City Police Department has released new details following a fatal shooting during the “No Kings” demonstration in downtown Salt Lake City on June 14.…
Trump calls for largest mass deportation operation in US history in New York City
PALM BEACH, FL — President Donald Trump issued a new statement calling for what he describes as the largest mass deportation operation of illegal immigrants in United States history, directing Immigration and…
New Jersey continues on 2035 gas car ban, but relaxes manufacturer restrictions slightly
TRENTON, N.J. — New legislation introduced in New Jersey would give vehicle manufacturers an alternative pathway to meet the state’s strict zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) sales requirements under its Low Emission Vehicle (LEV)…
It could soon be illegal for employers to call employees after hours in New Jersey
TRENTON, N.J. — As the line between work and personal life grows thinner with advancing technology, a new bill introduced in New Jersey seeks to give employees the legal right to disconnect…
New Jersey is Fed Up With Hidden Mandatory Restaurant Tipping
New Jersey bill would require restaurants to disclose mandatory gratuities TRENTON, N.J. — New legislation introduced in the New Jersey Legislature would require restaurants to clearly disclose any mandatory gratuity charges to…
Bribery scam uncovered as two charged for using public official to scam local business
TRENTON, NJ — Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the Office of Public Integrity & Accountability (OPIA) announced criminal charges Friday against two individuals accused of soliciting a bribe from a Union…
New Jersey sues federal government to preserve Phil Murphy’s 2035 gas car ban
TRENTON, NJ — New Jersey Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin announced that the state has joined a coalition of 11 attorneys general in suing the federal government over its attempt to invalidate…
No More Jury Duty for Some Senior Citizens if New Law Passes in New Jersey
TRENTON, N.J. — A new bill introduced in the New Jersey Legislature would exempt residents aged 70 and older from jury duty, offering automatic relief from the civic obligation for senior citizens.…
New Jersey pushes law to allow human composting facilities
TRENTON, N.J. — The New Jersey Senate Commerce Committee has advanced Senate Bill No. 3007, which would legalize natural organic reduction — also known as human composting — as an alternative method…
With offshore wind struggling, New Jersey Dems turn to tidal energy
TRENTON, N.J. — As offshore wind projects face mounting obstacles in New Jersey, state lawmakers are shifting their focus to a new renewable energy source: offshore tidal and wave energy. On Wednesday,…
New Jersey schools have a chronic absenteeism problem
TRENTON, N.J. — The New Jersey Senate Education Committee has advanced Senate Bill No. 3776, which would create a “Chronic Absenteeism Task Force” to study and address rising rates of absenteeism in…
New Jersey could soon have an official state nut
NEW BRUNSWICK, N.J. — A new bill in the state legislature would name an official state nut, if passed. New Jersey has entered the growing multi-billion-dollar global hazelnut industry, becoming the first…
Only in New Jersey: New Law Seeks to Stop Radical Politicians from Naming Public Property After Terrorists
TRENTON, N.J. — New legislation advanced in New Jersey would prohibit local governments from naming public property after groups or lands associated with federally designated foreign terrorist organizations. Under the bill, municipalities,…
ICE arrests convicted felon Juan Cruz-Gallegos after release by New York authorities
BUFFALO, N.Y. — Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers arrested Mexican national and convicted felon Juan Cruz-Gallegos on June 11 in Hudson, New York, after state authorities failed to return him to federal…
Dems in New Jersey pivot from offshore wind to roadside solar to meet Phil Murphy’s 2035 energy goal
TRENTON, N.J. — New legislation would amend New Jersey’s existing SREC-II solar energy incentive program to include solar projects located on roadside right-of-way areas. The bill directs the state Board of Public…
New Jersey to force new schools to have solar panels
TRENTON, N.J. — New legislation would require solar energy components to be included in certain school construction projects managed by the New Jersey Schools Development Authority (SDA). Under the bill, any new…
Trump supporters spoil No Kings protest at Ocean County Mall
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A scheduled No Kings protest at the Ocean County Mall was overtaken Saturday by by counter-protesters carrying Trump signs and American flags, turning the event into a largely…
