New Jersey’s Ten Most Ridiculous COVID-19 Lockdown Rules: A Look Back
Trenton, NJ – Six years after New Jersey’s COVID-19 emergency orders transformed daily life, many residents still point to some of Gov. Phil Murphy’s pandemic restrictions as examples of government overreach, inconsistent…
Toms River man admits stealing over $250K in Social Security disability benefits
TRENTON, NJ — A Toms River man pleaded guilty in federal court to stealing more than $250,000 in disability payments over an eight-year period while secretly working and earning income, authorities said.…
Spadea slammed for ‘retreat’ on abortion stance as Kranjac calls out GOP rival
BERNARDS TOWNSHIP, NJ — Tensions are escalating in New Jersey’s Republican gubernatorial primary as candidate Mario Kranjac accused GOP frontrunner Bill Spadea of abandoning the pro-life cause, saying Spadea should “run in…
California’s Hydrogen Highway a Cautionary Tale for New Jersey’s EV Mandate
TRENTON, NJ – New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy’s plan to ban the sale of gasoline-powered cars by 2035 appears to be plagued by the same problems that killed California’s dream of a…
Plumsted official sues township, former mayor over alleged gender bias and political retaliation
PLUMSTED TOWNSHIP, NJ — A longtime municipal employee has filed a lawsuit against the Township of Plumsted and Mayor Dominick Cuozzo, alleging years of gender-based discrimination, political retaliation, and whistleblower harassment, according…
Brooklyn woman charged in hate crime after swastika brick left on Tesla
BROOKLYN, NY — A Brooklyn woman has been arrested in connection with a disturbing hate crime involving anti-Semitic vandalism targeting a parked Tesla on Ditmas Avenue, police said. Key Points Arrest made…
Woman sought in connection to deadly Philadelphia attack
PHILADELPHIA, PA — The Philadelphia Police Department’s Homicide Unit is searching for a 28-year-old woman wanted for questioning in connection to a fatal incident inside a residence on the 4400 block of…
Rubio explains why deporting Mahmoud Khalil and others is America’s right
NEW YORK, N.Y. — Columbia University student Mahmoud Khalil, who served as a spokesperson for anti-Israel protesters on campus, now faces deportation following a judge’s ruling that he violated U.S. visa terms…
Widespread unemployment abuse centered around New York and other blue states
NEW YORK, NY — An initial federal review has revealed widespread abuse of Unemployment Insurance programs across multiple states, with fraudulent claims totaling hundreds of millions of dollars, including payments to claimants…
NYPD hunts suspect for violating corpse on NYC subway platform
NEW YORK, NY — Police are searching for a 51-year-old man accused of sexually violating the corpse of a homeless man on a New York City subway platform after allegedly stealing from…
$6,000 reward offered as police seek answers in terrible animal abuse case
SCHENECTADY, N.Y. — Animal welfare groups are offering a $6,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and prosecution of the individual responsible for the abuse and wounding of a dog found…
Judge Rules New Jersey’s illegal citizens must register and have identifcation
TRENTON, NJ — A federal judge on Thursday allowed the Trump administration to proceed with a sweeping new requirement for undocumented immigrants to register with the federal government, setting up a major…
Home invasion foiled by dog as Teen charged in Holmdel burglary attempt
HOLMDEL, N.J. — A 17-year-old from Newark has been charged in connection with an attempted vehicle theft and home burglary on Round Hill, after being scared off by the family dog, police…
Governor Murphy wants COVID-19 relief funds four years after pandemic’s end
Trenton, NJ – Four years after the COVID-19 curve was flattened and lockdowns lifted, New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy is locked in a heated dispute with the Trump administration over federal funds…
ICE arrives in Ocean County to arrest convicted migrant sex offender
TOMS RIVER, NJ — A man convicted of criminal sexual contact was arrested by federal authorities outside the Ocean County Justice Complex in Toms River as part of an ongoing immigration enforcement…
ICE arrests illegal migrant with over 20 child sex crimes charges
LAWRENCE, Mass. — U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers, in coordination with the DEA and ATF, arrested a 64-year-old Ecuadoran national in Lawrence on April 1, charging him with over 20 sex…
ICE detains New Jersey restaurant owner “Sushi John” as Chinese spy
NEWARK, N.J. — A Chinese national and New Jersey restaurant owner known locally as “Sushi John” was taken into custody by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement after being convicted of illegally acting…
Tragic crash kills Toms River couple in Route 571 crash
JACKSON, N.J. — A Toms River husband and wife were killed in a two-vehicle crash Thursday afternoon on Route 571, according to local authorities. Key Points: Jackson Police Chief Matthew D. Kunz…
Portnoy Panics: Trump jitters send Barstool president into the arms of CNN
In a whirlwind of market chaos and political pivots, Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy has made headlines with a stunning about-face, seemingly abandoning his long-standing loyalist support for President Donald Trump. The…
The Faces of COVID: Five years ago, New Jersey was under a complete lockdown
In April of 2020, New Jersey was deep in the grip of a sweeping lockdown ordered by Governor Phil Murphy. Schools stood empty, businesses were shuttered, and residents were confined to their…
New Jersey Democrat councilman arrested in statewide mob-linked gambling bust
TRENTON, N.J. — A sweeping racketeering investigation has led to charges against 39 individuals — including a Prospect Park councilman and alleged members of the Lucchese Crime Family — in connection with…
