Philadelphia Driver in Lacey Head-On Crash Possibly Drunk and High, Police Say
A head-on collision involving a Ford Explorer and Toyota RAV4 left two people seriously injured along Route 539 in Lacey Township.…
Motorcyclist Airlifted After Route 70 Crash in Medford
Emergency crews respond to a serious motorcycle crash on Route 70 near Eugenia Drive in Medford Township.…
Two Juveniles Called 911 as Pennsylvania Woman Suffered Suspected Overdose in North Wildwood
North Wildwood police said officers found a loaded 9mm handgun and two high-capacity magazines unsecured beneath a mattress following an emergency call.…
Why Mikie Sherrill’s World Cup Tax Plan Was Doomed From the Start
New Jersey spent nearly a decade preparing for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. State leaders, including former New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy promised residents that hosting the world’s largest sporting event would…
Chicago Bears Advance $5 Billion Stadium Move to Indiana After Illinois Talks Collapse
The Chicago Bears have taken a major step toward leaving Illinois after advancing plans for a $5 billion domed stadium in Indiana backed by more than $1 billion in state incentives. The…
Colorado Agitator Among Six Arrested as Delaney Hall Protests Continue in Newark
Six people were arrested during overnight demonstrations outside Newark’s Delaney Hall detention facility, including two individuals who police say had already been arrested at previous protests. Newark police arrested six protesters during…
Judge Dismisses D.C. Worker’s Bias Lawsuit Over Supervisor’s Comments About Race, Sexual Orientation
A federal judge has dismissed a discrimination lawsuit filed by a former employee who claimed his supervisor made offensive remarks about his race and sexual orientation, ruling the allegations did not plausibly…
Jersey Shore Weather: Near 100-Degree Heat, Thunderstorm Chances Arrive Later This Week
A stretch of summerlike weather is headed for the Jersey Shore, with temperatures soaring into the upper 90s by Thursday before thunderstorms return to the forecast. Beachgoers and residents along the Jersey…
NJ Monday Morning Commute: Crashes Snarl Traffic on Route 29, Route 42, Route 17 and Major Crossings Into NYC
Multiple crashes and heavy rush-hour congestion are slowing traffic across New Jersey Monday morning, with significant delays reported on the Garden State Parkway, Lincoln Tunnel and George Washington Bridge. New Jersey commuters…
Virginia Democrat Party Political Organizer Sues to Block White House UFC Event
A Virginia woman is seeking a court order to stop a proposed UFC event tied to America’s 250th anniversary celebration, arguing the event and related construction would cause both aesthetic and physical…
Mikie Sherrill Rejects Pause on New Jersey Gas Tax for Short Term Consumer Relief
Republicans are pushing to suspend New Jersey’s gas tax as fuel prices climb, but state leaders say the move could jeopardize billions of dollars in funding for roads, bridges and NJ Transit…
Six People Stabbed by Homeless Man Inside Penn Station As World Cup Safety Concerns Grow
A stabbing attack that injured six people at New York Penn Station has raised fresh security concerns as the transit hub prepares to handle tens of thousands of FIFA World Cup fans…
NJ Democrats Introduce New Tax on Companies Receiving Trump Tariff Refunds
The proposal would impose a temporary surtax on businesses that receive certain federal tariff refunds and use the revenue for consumer price relief programs. TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey Democrats have introduced…
New Jersey Bill Would Increase Penalties for Identity Theft Targeting Seniors and Veterans
Legislation advancing in Trenton would elevate criminal charges and prison sentences for identity theft crimes involving elderly residents and military veterans. TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey lawmakers are moving forward with legislation…
New Jersey Bill Would Prevent Preschool Lotteries From Separating Twins
The proposal would require public preschool programs to treat twins and other multiples as a single unit during enrollment and give parents greater control over classroom placement. TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey…
Cocktails-To-Go Could Become Permanent in New Jersey Under New Bill
Legislation introduced in Trenton would permanently allow restaurants, bars, breweries, wineries, and craft distilleries to continue selling and delivering alcoholic beverages under rules first adopted during the COVID-19 pandemic. TRENTON, N.J. —…
New Jersey Bill Would Allow Ambulances to Transport Injured Police Dogs
The legislation would permit emergency medical personnel to transport and provide emergency care to injured law enforcement canines when no human patient requires treatment. TRENTON, N.J. — A New Jersey lawmaker has…
New Jersey Lawmakers Unveil School Finance Overhaul After District Budget Crises
A three-bill package would increase state oversight, create an early warning system for financial distress, and help districts cope with unexpected cost spikes. TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey lawmakers have introduced a…
New Jersey Moves to Change State Police Pension Rules After Sherrill’s Pick Came Out of Retirement
Legislation moving through Trenton would allow a retired State Police officer to serve as superintendent without re-enrolling in the pension system, a change opponents say benefits Gov. Mikie Sherrill’s recently appointed chief.…
Years After Her Own Ordeal, Katie Brennan Sponsors New Victims’ Rights Legislation
The legislation comes years after Brennan’s allegations against a Murphy campaign aide sparked one of the biggest political controversies in recent New Jersey history. TRENTON, N.J. — Assemblywoman Katie Brennan has introduced…
New Jersey Dems Target Big Oil With $50 Billion “Recovery Payments” As Corporate Exodus Continues
New Jersey Democrats Advance $50 Billion ‘Polluters Pay’ Climate Bill The proposal would require major fossil fuel companies to fund climate resilience projects across New Jersey through $50 billion in cost recovery…
Beer and Booze for Movie Theaters Bill Advances in New Jersey Assembly
Legislation advancing in the Assembly would permit qualifying movie theaters to sell alcoholic beverages during first-run film showings under a new liquor license framework. TRENTON, N.J. — A New Jersey Assembly committee…
New Jersey Democrats Advance Ban on ‘Forever Chemicals’ in Clothing and Diapers
A bill advancing in Trenton would prohibit the sale of apparel and diaper products containing intentionally added PFAS, chemicals linked to environmental contamination and potential health risks. TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey…