World Cup Comes to New Jersey Alongside One of America’s Most Polluted Rivers

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — Millions of soccer fans will descend on MetLife Stadium for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, but just beyond the bright lights of the Meadowlands sits one of the…

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Ripe red tomatoes clustered on the vine amid green leaves and stems in a garden setting

New Jersey’s Top Two Crops Feed America, But It’s Not the One You Most Expect

TRENTON, N.J. —New Jersey’s agricultural identity is so tightly tied to “Jersey Fresh” tomatoes and famously sweet blueberries that it’s easy to assume the state’s top crops would come straight from a…

New Jersey is America’s Least Free State: Understanding the Numbers Behind This Week’s Fox News Report

Trenton, NJ — Once considered a tax-friendly state that helped fuel its postwar economic rise, New Jersey now ranks 47th in overall freedom nationwide, with new analysis highlighted by Fox News showing…

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CIA says Paul Revere’s midnight ride was one of the first early American intelligence operations conducted

Agency narrative highlights Revolutionary-era spy network and coordinated warning system PRINCETON, NJ — The Central Intelligence Agency is highlighting Paul Revere’s famous midnight ride as part of what it describes as one…

Investigative Report·Local History·North Jersey News·Politics

Somerset County marks Patriots opening day with America 250 celebration plans

County officials highlight Revolutionary War history and upcoming themed games as part of nationwide semiquincentennial events. Bridgewater, New Jersey – The Somerset County Board of County Commissioners joined the Somerset Patriots at…

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New Jersey Governor Says America is Failing its Children

Marlton, NJ – Standing inside Cherokee High School this week, Governor Mikie Sherrill outlined what she described as a widening national failure to protect children online, pointing to rising mental health challenges…

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March 11 marks key moments in New Jersey history, from Revolutionary War mobilization to one of America’s deadliest blizzards.

New Jersey milestones on March 11: Revolutionary regiment, lacrosse history, blizzard Trenton, NJ – March 11 has marked several notable moments connected to New Jersey history, including the creation of a Revolutionary…

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Chiquita Brands accused of funding South American terrorism in New Jersey court case

Mercer County case revived as families of Colombian victims seek accountability over alleged paramilitary funding TRENTON, NJ – A federal judge has ruled that a lawsuit accusing Chiquita Brands International Inc. of…

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New industrial sublease opens at Marciante Warehouse in Jackson Township, Site of Former Italian American Club

JACKSON, N.J. – A newly built light industrial facility at 17 Cpl. Luigi Marciante Jr. Memorial Drive in Jackson Township has become available for sublease, offering up to 13,781 square feet of…

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Wooden Spoon Survivor Ciattarelli rallies Italian American voters in Bergen County stop

Lodi, NJ – Jack Ciattarelli made a campaign stop at J&S Pork Store in Bergen County, rallying Italian American voters with a message of pride, unity, and civic participation. The former Republican…

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The Second Largest Halloween Parade in America is Once Again Coming to New Jersey

TOMS RIVER, NJ – The countdown is on for one of New Jersey’s most anticipated community events as the Toms River Fire Company No. 1 readies to host its 86th annual Halloween…

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It’s Not Just Mikie Sherrill, Football Fans Across America Don’t Get New Jersey’s Obsession with Pork Roll Either

NFL fans across America have just declared war on Pork Roll, or Taylor Ham if you must. East Rutherford, NJ – New Jersey’s most divisive breakfast meat has taken another hit. A…

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Gone Woke, But Will Cracker Barrel’s Rebranding of its Classic Americana Image Lead to Restaurant Chain Going Broke

Cracker Barrel CEO sparks backlash over Americana makeover and new image push ROBBINSVILLE, NJ – The longtime image of Cracker Barrel, rooted in nostalgic Americana and Southern charm, is being reworked under…

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Why New Jersey food is like nowhere else in America

New Jersey’s food scene is more than Taylor ham and diners—it’s a sprawling, street-level fusion born from generations of immigrants, its geography, and its location squeezed between two major cities. What you…

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Trump Takes Action to Tackle Homeless and Mental Health Crisis in America

TOMS RIVER, NJ — Help might be coming from the White House to tackle New Jersey’s gorwing homeless and mental health crisis. This week, an exective order was signed that will bolster…

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Vatican chimney releases white smoke to signal successful papal election. The Sistine Chapel chimney emits white smoke above the rooftops, framed by historic domes. Catholic tradition, timeless ritual, peaceful cityscape with religious significance.

Vatican white smoke reveals American as next pope

Chicago-born Cardinal Robert Prevost elected first American pope in historic Vatican vote VATICAN CITY — In a historic and unexpected decision, Cardinal Robert Prevost of Chicago has been elected pope, becoming the…

Local Politics·Top Headlines

Pro-Palestine protesters shut down NYC’s Grand Central Station during Netanyahu visit

NEW YORK, N.Y. — Pro-Palestine demonstrators temporarily shut down Grand Central Station on Monday in a disruptive protest coinciding with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s visit to the White House, according to…

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Governor Murphy Praises Trump Executive Order as Hochul Sues America to Keep Tolls Alive

TRENTON, N.J. — Gov. Phil Murphy applauded the federal government’s decision to rescind approval for New York’s congestion pricing program, calling it a victory for New Jersey commuters. “I want to thank…

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Police seek suspect in groping incident aboard 6 train near Grand Central Station

NEW YORK — Police are searching for a man accused of groping a woman on a southbound 6 train near the 42nd Street–Grand Central station on Wednesday afternoon. The incident occurred around…

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New Jersey DEP Says Accidental Chemical Discharge Into Central Jersey Water System, Stinky Water Pose No Health Risks to Humans

CAMDEN, N.J. – Customers served by New Jersey American Water’s Raritan System have reported unusual changes in the taste and odor of their drinking water following a chemical leak from a repackaging…

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