New Jersey News

President Donald Trump on Friday removed Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Commissioner Dr. Erika McEntarfer from her post, citing what he claims was politically motivated manipulation of federal employment figures …

A tractor-trailer crash on Interstate 83 turned into a messy scene Tuesday morning when the vehicle split open and scattered thousands of frozen hot dogs across the highway in Shrewsbury …

Gary Busey, the 81-year-old actor known for wild antics and cult film roles, has pleaded guilty to criminal sexual contact after admitting he groped a woman during a fan meet-and-greet …

The Jersey Shore is set to enjoy a stretch of ideal weather this weekend, making it prime time for beachgoers, boardwalk fans, and late-summer travelers. Today, visitors can expect mostly …

A 50-year-old road construction worker was fatally struck early Thursday morning in Toms River by a pickup truck driven by a man now charged with driving while intoxicated, officials said. …

A 45-year-old Plainfield man has been charged in connection with a sexual assault that occurred in the early morning hours of Sunday, July 20, in North Plainfield, but remains at …

ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. — A three-month narcotics investigation across Atlantic County ended Tuesday with the arrest of three suspects and the seizure of thousands of doses of illegal drugs, a …

Dolphin killed in shallow water by pack of sharks near Jersey Shore beach Beachgoers at Island Beach State Park witnessed a deadly shark attack just feet from the shoreline Thursday, …

Evening rush hour across New Jersey dragged into chaos Thursday as multiple traffic disruptions slowed or stopped movement on key highways and crossings into New York City. A traffic signal …

PEMBERTON TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A 44-year-old man allegedly slammed a side-by-side off-road vehicle into a police cruiser multiple times Saturday night, injuring both a patrol officer and his K9 partner …

TRENTON, N.J. — Vivint Smart Home, Inc. and its installation affiliate Smart Home Pros Inc. will pay $200,000 and implement significant reforms to settle allegations of deceptive and unlawful practices …

HUDSON COUNTY, N.J. — Thirteen individuals, including multiple public employees, have been arrested following a six-month narcotics investigation that uncovered a large-scale cocaine trafficking operation in Hudson County, authorities announced …

MANALAPAN, N.J. — Visitors can explore the grounds of one of the Revolutionary War’s most significant battles during the Monmouth Battlefield 1st Sunday Walks, held monthly at Monmouth Battlefield State …

KEYPORT, N.J. — The Keyport Fireman’s Fair kicked off Tuesday night, returning to the borough’s waterfront for five days of rides, food, and community festivities. Located at the Keyport Fireman’s …

ASBURY PARK, N.J. — The Original Asbury Park Ghost Tours are back this summer, leading curious visitors through the city’s haunted streets and unexplained history starting Tuesday. Running through November …

A 34-year-old Lakewood man was arrested Tuesday after police say he left his 2-year-old son locked in a parked car outside the Lakewood Township Police Department for nearly half an …

EDGEWATER, N.J. — Four men have been charged in connection with a violent armed robbery that occurred in Edgewater in June 2024, following a year-long multi-agency investigation, Bergen County Prosecutor …

NEW YORK — In one of the most memorable midgame trades of this year’s MLB deadline, Jackson Township’s own Matt Thaiss found himself at the center of a surprising lineup …

by Geri Bahar, Letter to the Editor William Mark Felt, (1913-2008) was a 30-year FBI veteran who was loyal to J. Edgar Hoover and rose to the position of Deputy …

HIGHLANDS, N.J. — The 30th Annual Highlands Clam Fest kicked off Friday at Huddy Park, launching a weekend packed with seafood, live music, and a fireworks finale along the Jersey …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A proposal to allow military service to count toward police officer hiring requirements in Toms River ignited a heated and often contentious debate at the July …

NEWARK, N.J. — Federal immigration agents arrested four convicted child predators living illegally in New Jersey last month as part of an ongoing national effort targeting sex offenders who entered …

WASHINGTON, D.C. — A newly surfaced image of an email, reportedly uncovered by FBI Director Kash Patel and shared on social media, is raising fresh questions about the origins of …

TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey’s government offices closed early Thursday as widespread flash flooding from summer storms prompted a state of emergency and crippled large portions of the state’s transportation …

NEWARK, N.J. — NJ Transit riders faced cancellations and delays Friday morning across multiple lines, with mechanical issues sidelining trains and congestion affecting service into and out of Penn Station …