New Jersey News

Newark, N.J. – A Rutgers University student and former youth mentor was arrested last week after federal prosecutors said he sent sexually explicit images to a minor under the age …

BERGEN COUNTY, NJ – A new Democratic attack ad is blasting Republican gubernatorial nominee Jack Ciattarelli for “talking about a 10% sales tax” on food and clothing, but a closer …

Nine New Jersey players win big in Powerball as jackpot climbs to $1.7B Trenton, NJ – Nine New Jersey Lottery players scored major secondary prizes in Wednesday’s Powerball drawing, including …

ASBURY PARK, NJ – Rock legend Stevie Van Zandt will present Darlene Love with the Lifetime Achievement in Music Award at Monmouth Arts’ POP! A Night at the Lanes fundraiser …

Garfield, NJ – A morning shootout at a busy Garfield intersection sent neighbors scrambling Tuesday as two men exchanged gunfire before fleeing the scene, prosecutors said. One suspect is now …

Toms River school board member drops ballot challenge after perjury concern Toms River, N.J. – Democrat Kathy Eagan, an incumbent school board member and former president of the Toms River …

Trenton, N.J. – The Friday morning rush brought a series of slowdowns across New Jersey highways, with crashes, disabled vehicles, and even a downed tree complicating commutes from the Turnpike …

Garfield, N.J. – A Democratic mayor in Bergen County is switching parties and endorsing Republican Jack Ciattarelli for governor, a move that comes as many New Jersey Democrats voice growing …

Jackson, N.J. – A major road project in Jackson has created mounting frustration for drivers and residents as Cedarswamp Road remains closed indefinitely, with police urging the public to obey …

New Jersey flood-zone rules spark storm of opposition from shore to river towns Trenton, N.J. – Governor Phil Murphy has just a few months left in office, but he has …

Hackensack, NJ – A 78-year-old city resident has been arrested after investigators say he intentionally set fire to three police vehicles parked near a place of worship and municipal gas …

Seaside Heights, N.J. – On Labor Day, Republican gubernatorial candidate Jack Ciattarelli walked the Seaside Heights boardwalk, offering smiles and encouragement to Jersey Shore residents who say they have been …

Piscataway residents warned of loud military training drills through Friday Piscataway, N.J. – Residents in Piscataway Township are being urged to brace for loud noises at night as the U.S. …

NJ public workers and ACA enrollees face steep health premium hikes for 2026 Trenton, N.J. – Health insurance premiums in New Jersey are set to rise sharply in 2026, with …

Sherrill says parents should not opt kids out of LGBTQ curriculum in schools Morris Plains, NJ – Speaking on video in a resurfaced clip reposted Wednesday on X, Rep. Mikie …

Coinbase withdrawal code text scam targets crypto users with fake alerts New York, NY — A wave of phishing texts spoofing Coinbase “withdrawal code” alerts is hitting phones across the …

Massive search launched for missing swimmer off Cape May beach Cape May, NJ – Emergency crews rushed to the shoreline early Wednesday morning after a swimmer went missing off the …

Trenton, NJ – New Jersey Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin has joined 21 other states in a sweeping legal move to block a proposed Trump administration rule that would end …

Newark, NJ – A federal judge has dismissed a lawsuit filed by a former Essex County College nursing student who claimed he was unfairly removed from the school’s registered nurse …

Middlesex County lottery player wins $150K Jersey Cash 5 jackpot in Edison Edison, NJ – A Middlesex County resident struck it big Tuesday night, matching all five numbers in the …

AOC fires warning shot at Mikie Sherrill, congressional stock market millionaires over stock trades as NJ governor race heats up Newark, NJ – Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez delivered a stark message …

Stop & Shop hit with $75K penalty after spoiled meat scandal erupts in Ocean County Toms River, NJ – A sweeping investigation into spoiled meat sales and deceptive product labeling …

Greenhead fly invasion sparks call for county action on Long Beach Island TOMS RIVER, NJ — The fight against greenhead flies on Long Beach Island took a public turn during …

TOMS RIVER, NJ – Jillian Messina, the former Public Information Officer for the Toms River Police Department is suing Toms River township for wrongful termination, but has landed on her …

Toms River, NJ — Traffic patterns across Ocean County are set for a significant overhaul after officials approved a series of safety upgrades, including signal revisions and no-passing zone changes …