NJ Creates New Civil Rights Unit to Fight Language-Based Discrimination in Public Schools
TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey is expanding its civil rights enforcement efforts with the creation of a new state unit that will investigate complaints of language-based discrimination in public schools and other…
5 Arrested After Violent Jersey City Robbery on Summit Avenue, Police Say
Jersey City Officers Stop Violent Robbery, Arrest 5 Suspects in Summit Avenue Sting JERSEY CITY, NJ — A man escaped serious harm after officers interrupted a violent robbery in progress and arrested…
Bullets fly in Linden as car riddled in late night shooting
Gunfire shatters quiet Linden block as bullets hit parked car Linden, NJ — A burst of gunfire sent people running through a Linden neighborhood Wednesday night, leaving behind a damaged vehicle but…
States take aim at drug middlemen in sweeping transparency push
States unite to crack down on hidden drug pricing as new rule gains momentum Trenton, NJ — A coalition of attorneys general across the country is backing a federal push to force…
Rahway Police Officer, Family Lose Home in Fast-Moving Fire as Fundraiser Launches for Recovery
Rahway, New Jersey — A Rahway police officer, his nurse wife, and their 10-month-old daughter were left homeless after a fast-moving fire destroyed their home within minutes, prompting a community fundraising effort…
FIFA Could Legally Drop New Jersey As World Cup Host as Governor Wages Last Minute Contract War
FIFA faces growing pressure over New Jersey World Cup deal after Sherrill challenges transport costs and FIFA ‘surprised’ by governor’s war of words in the public. East Rutherford, New Jersey — A…
NJ Transit Restores Service After Disabled Train Delays Hudson River Tunnel Commute Into Penn Station
NEWARK, NJ – Residual delays lingered for NJ TRANSIT riders after a disabled train in one of the Hudson River tunnels disrupted service into and out of Penn Station New York, the…
Gov. Sherrill Blames Phil Murphy for New Jersey Transit’s High-Priced Fares During World Cup
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. —New Jersey taxpayers could be left covering a $48 million transportation bill for the 2026 World Cup at MetLife Stadium—while FIFA contributes nothing and collects billions from the tournament…
Coldplay Enters 2026 World Cup Final Halftime Show at MetLife Stadium After Costs, Branding Frustrations
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — High ticket prices, steep train fares, FIFA-linked costs and even the awkward “New York New Jersey Stadium” branding were already part of the conversation—now the 2026 World Cup…
Jury Rules Against Live Nation in Antitrust Case, New Jersey Attorney General Calls Verdict ‘Landmark’
Trenton, NJ — A jury verdict against Live Nation in a major antitrust case is being called a landmark win by New Jersey’s Attorney General, who says the ruling confirms the company…
Brawl inside casino spirals into stabbing and savage assault
Casino clash erupts as trio charged in stabbing and brutal assault Atlantic City, NJ — A violent altercation inside a casino resort left a Maryland woman beaten and a man stabbed, ending…
Ocean County Sex Offender Arrested Again for Failing to Register, Records Show
Ocean County, NJ — A registered sex offender is back in custody in Ocean County after authorities charged him with failing to comply with mandatory registration requirements, according to jail records. John…
Cherry Hill Police Investigate Active Scene Along Route 70 East, Prosecutor’s Office Assisting
Cherry Hill, NJ — An active police investigation is underway along Route 70 East in Cherry Hill, prompting a heightened law enforcement presence and traffic concerns in the area, authorities said. The…
Trenton man arrested in Andrew Coates murder case after August 2025 shooting, Mercer County prosecutors say
Trenton, NJ — A 41-year-old man’s fatal shooting in Trenton last summer has led to a murder arrest, with authorities charging a 47-year-old suspect in connection to the August 2025 killing, Mercer…
Jackson councilman questions new housing bureau, calls it ineffective layer of government
Official says unit lacks enforcement power despite expanded role in rental oversight Jackson Township, NJ — A Jackson councilman is raising concerns about the township’s newly created housing bureau, arguing it adds…
Driver killed in multi-vehicle crash on I-80 in Wharton, NJ as State Police seek witnesses
Wharton, NJ — A driver was killed in a chain-reaction crash involving four vehicles on Interstate 80 in Wharton, New Jersey, prompting state police to seek witnesses to the fatal collision. The…
Brick Township approves multiple community events, including car show and charity walk
Council signs off on series of permits for events at Windward Beach and along Route 35 Brick Township, NJ — A series of community events scheduled throughout spring and summer 2026 received…
Jackson mayoral candidate criticizes $300K salary, vehicle perk for new business administrator
Elliott Shemtov targets pay package and dual role under Mayor Jennifer Kuhn’s administration Jackson, N.J. — A $300,000 salary and taxpayer-funded vehicle for Jackson’s new business administrator drew sharp criticism Tuesday from…
Winter park tragedy turns criminal as driver finally arrested
Driver busted months after deadly park crash rocked Hudson County Secaucus, NJ — A winter afternoon collision inside West Hudson Park that left one man dead and another seriously injured has now…
Small town ticket delivers big $4 million shock in Jersey lottery
Jersey lottery player scores $4 million windfall off ticket sold at local dairy Trenton, NJ — A Bergen County lottery player turned a routine ticket purchase into a $4 million payout after…
Brick Township backs ‘Polluters Pay’ bill targeting fossil fuel industry for ‘climate costs’
Resolution supports $50 billion state fund aimed at shifting cleanup costs from taxpayers to energy firms Brick Township, NJ — Brick Township officials have formally backed a proposed New Jersey law that…
