Super 70’s Rock Show Set for Tonight at Toms River’s Shelter Cove Beach
TOMS RIVER, N.J. – The music is back on for Thursday night as the Super 70’s Rock Show featuring Super Trans Am takes the stage at Shelter Cove Beach following a weather-related…
New Jersey Drivers Once Again Facing Nation’s Steepest Auto Insurance Hikes in 2026
Premiums in the Garden State are projected to rise more than 10%, the highest increase in the country. Trenton, NJ – New Jersey drivers are expected to face the largest auto insurance…
Landlord Price Fixing Has Increased Rents in New Jersey by 61% Lawmakers Say
Proposed legislation would ban landlords from using software that coordinates rental pricing across competing properties. Trenton, NJ – New Jersey lawmakers have introduced legislation aimed at stopping landlords from using algorithm-driven software…
New Jersey Politicians Should Not Get Paid, Says New Bill That Has No Chance of Becoming a Law
A Republican lawmaker has introduced legislation that would eliminate the $82,000 annual salary currently paid to New Jersey legislators. Trenton, NJ – A new bill in Trenton calls for abolishing pay for…
Three Dead, One Hospitalized in Early Morning Berkeley Township Murder-Suicide
Authorities say three people were killed and a fourth person was hospitalized after an early-morning triple homicide and attempted suicide in Ocean County. Berkeley Township, NJ – Three people were killed and…
NJ Bill Would Study New Payroll Deductions Program to Fund Long-Term Care Benefits
New Jersey lawmakers are considering a proposal that would study creating a state long-term care benefit funded through worker payroll deductions. Trenton, NJ – New Jersey lawmakers have introduced legislation directing the…
Sauickie Bill Targets Faulty E-ZPass Fines and Administrative Fees in New Jersey
Proposed legislation would require toll authorities to verify their systems are working properly before sending violation notices or charging drivers fees. Trenton, NJ – A New Jersey lawmaker has introduced legislation aimed…
Exxon has had enough of New Jersey as oil giant moves toward incorporating in Texas instead
The oil giant says relocating its legal home could strengthen its position in policy and shareholder matters. ELIZABETH, NJ – It’s not just families and retirees fleeing the government of New Jersey.…
Toms River Mayor Says End Free Taxpayer Paid Health Benefits for Part-Time Government Officials
Mayor Dan Rodrick says taxpayers should not fund healthcare coverage for officials who only attend occasional meetings. Toms River, NJ – Toms River Mayor Dan Rodrick is proposing two ordinances that would…
Jackson Township Man Indicted in Killing of NBA Star Naz Reid’s Sister to Remain in Jail During Trial
An Ocean County grand jury has indicted a Jackson Township man on murder charges in the fatal shooting of Toraya Reid, the sister of Minnesota Timberwolves star Naz Reid. Jackson Township, NJ…
Man Last Seen Arguing With Missing Jackson Rutgers Student Walks Free After Plea Deal Because Victim Couldn’t Testify
A $10,000 reward is being offered for information after a Rutgers University senior vanished in Jackson Township, sparking outrage from his family. Jackson Township, NJ – This case will be filed in…
Cold War Nuclear Missile Accident Hidden Away Next to State Wildlife Refuge in Jackson
A 1960 explosion involving a nuclear-tipped missile at McGuire Air Force Base left radioactive contamination that required decades of cleanup. Wrightstown, NJ – A Cold War missile accident at what is now…
Brick Resident Says Writing is on the Wall for New Jersey Congressman Who Has Been on Capitol Hill for 45 Years
Republican candidate Rob Canfield says major primary losses for sitting members of Congress signal growing voter frustration with long-serving politicians. Freehold Township, NJ – Republican congressional candidate Rob Canfield said recent primary…
Shelter hopes loving home will step up for abandoned pup after heartbreaking surrender
Gentle XL Bully ‘Kaos’ waiting for new home after owner surrender at Ocean County shelter JACKSON, N.J. — A young XL Bully named Kaos is still waiting at an Ocean County animal…
“Obama Phone” Program Still Active Nearly Two Decades After Launch and Now Includes Free Amazon Prime
The federal Lifeline program, often nicknamed the “Obama Phone,” continues to provide free or discounted cell phone service to eligible low-income households across the United States. TRENTON, NJ – A federal program…
Black Bears Awake Across New Jersey as Spring Brings Increased Sightings
Wildlife officials say black bears are beginning to emerge from winter dens across New Jersey, and residents may start seeing them near homes and garbage cans as they search for food. Trenton,…
Strange Items That Wash Ashore Along Jersey Shore Beaches, From Voodoo Dolls to Dinosaurs
Beach cleanups and storms have revealed everything from creepy dolls and dentures to household appliances and decades-old artifacts along the New Jersey coastline. Asbury Park, NJ – Visitors walking the beaches of…
New Jersey Restaurants We Said Goodbye to in 2025
Several well-known restaurants across New Jersey closed their doors in 2025, ending decades-long runs and leaving noticeable gaps in local dining scenes. Rumson, NJ – A number of longtime restaurants and popular…
Busy Month for Sales in New Jersey Town Where Homes Typically Sell for Millions of Dollars
Several Mantoloking homes sold for more than $1 million in February, including a $7.85 million waterfront estate, highlighting strong demand in one of New Jersey’s most exclusive coastal communities. Mantoloking, NJ –…
Hidden Fees and Bad Policies Are Driving Up Electric Bills for New Jersey Residents — Here’s What’s Happening
Rising supply charges, grid demand, and energy market costs are pushing New Jersey electric bills higher, leaving many residents questioning why their monthly payments continue to climb. Trenton, NJ – Electric bills…
New Jersey is Becoming More Unaffordable Than Ever as State Leads National Exodus Report for 8th Straight Year
Migration data shows New Jersey continues to lead the nation in outbound moves as residents seek lower taxes and more affordable housing elsewhere. Trenton, NJ – New Jersey continues to experience a…
