New Jersey African Americans Being Denied Carry Permits at Higher Rate than Whites

TRENTON, NJ – John Petrolino, writing for the blog Bearing Arms, recently highlighted potential racial disparities in the issuance of gun permits in New Jersey. His focus was on the data provided…

One Dead in North Jersey Hi-Rise Fire

Fatal Fire in Jersey City High-Rise JERSEY CITY, NJ—A man was killed in a fire in a high-rise residential building in Jersey City early Thursday morning, according to local authorities. Firefighters were…

New Jersey Allocates $33 Million for Preschool Facility Expansion

TRENTON, NJ — Governor Phil Murphy and Acting Education Commissioner Kevin Dehmer announced the allocation of $33 million in federal grant funding to expand preschool facilities across New Jersey. This funding is…

New Jersey Woman Arrested After Child Abduction, Then Released

Jersey City, NJ – A Jersey City woman was nabbed in a stolen car in Lodi after abducting her child a day earlier from a home in nearby Bogota, authorities said. Jahlea…

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New Jersey Door Dash Driver Leaps from Burning Vehicle

Ho-Ho-Kus, NJ- A DoorDash driver delivering ice cream narrowly avoided tragedy by leaping from her burning vehicle. The incident occurred at Timberline Road and Powderhorn Drive intersection shortly after 10 p.m. on…

In New Jersey Bowling Used to Be the Average Joe’s Game, But That is Changing

The High Cost of Strikes: Bowling’s Pricing Dilemma In recent years, bowling—a beloved American pastime—has seen a dramatic shift, transitioning from a reasonably priced activity at a locally owned bowling alley to…

Man Arrested for Fatal Shooting in Gloucester Township, New Jersey

Gloucester Twp, NJ – In connection with the fatal shooting of Nasir Tart, a 24-year-old resident of Gloucester Township, New Jersey, Hasan Battie, aged 21, from the same area, has been charged.…

Camden City Man Sentenced to 55 Years for Murdering Philadelphia Man

Philadephia, Pennsylvania – A 21-year-old Camden City man, Antony Shields, is facing 55 years in New Jersey State Prison for the murder of a Philadelphia man. According to Camden County Prosecutor Grace C.…

New Jersey Child Care Commissioner Faces Tough Questions During Budget Hearing

TRENTON, N.J. – Department of Children and Families Commissioner Christine Norbut Beyer found herself unable to provide insights into the workforce needs of child care centers, the decline in community-based centers seeking…

2.1-Magnitude Earthquake Shook New Jersey Friday Night

SOMERSET COUNTY, NJ – A 2.1-magnitude earthquake occurred in Somerset County on Friday night, adding to a series of aftershocks that have been felt since a 4.6-magnitude quake on April 5. The…

Meadowlands Casino Proposal Pushes Atlantic City Officials into Panic Mode

ATLANTIC CITY, NJ — Atlantic City officials and casino owners, still reeling from COVID-19 revenue drops, are scrambling after a proposal to build a casino at the Meadowlands in East Rutherford have…

Jackson Township Named in Top 10 of New Jersey’s Safest Cities Report

JACKSON, NJ – A new study based on FBI criminal statistics ranks Jackson Township as one of the safest cities in New Jersey. With over 60,000 residents, Jackson is also the 18th…

Former New Jersey Marble Company Worker Pleads Guilty to $17 Million Bank Fraud

NEWARK, NJ – Nitin Vats, a former employee of the defunct Lotus Exim International Inc. (LEI), a New Jersey-based marble and granite wholesaler, admitted to participating in a $17 million bank fraud…

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Out of Wind? New Jersey Looks to Small Nuclear Reactors to Meet Demand

TRENTON, NJ – A new bill in New Jersey seeks to guide the development of small modular nuclear reactors by directing the Board of Public Utilities (BPU) to establish regulations for their…

New Jersey Moves to Repeal 2021 Law that Banned Cops from Polling Places

TRENTON, NJ – A legislative effort led by Assemblyman Harold “Hal” J. Wirths of District 24 and Assemblyman John DiMaio of District 23 aims to amend current state laws regarding police presence…

New Jersey Bill to Lower Requirements for School Bus Drivers Passes Unanimously

New Legislation Eases Requirements for Type S School Bus Drivers in New Jersey TRENTON, NJ — The Assembly Education Committee recently advanced Assembly Bill No. 2180, incorporating committee amendments that would allow…

Top Ten Must-Visit Spots in New Jersey This April

TRENTON, NJ – With April’s mild weather and colorful landscapes, New Jersey offers a plethora of destinations for locals and tourists alike to explore. From breathtaking natural reserves to festive local events,…

Teen Tosses Gun While Fleeing Police at the Jersey Shore

ATLANTIC CITY, NJ – An armed juvenile was arrested after fleeing from Atlantic City Police detectives and discarding a handgun. During a surveillance operation on Tuesday at 3:27 PM, Detectives Christopher Dodson,…

New Jersey Bill Seeks to Make Child Bullying a Crime

TRENTON, NJ — A new bill has been introduced that sets out to address harassment, intimidation, and bullying among minors by establishing specific offenses and introducing a diversionary program for juveniles. The…

These Are Words And Phrases You’ll Only Hear in New Jersey

New Jersey, with its rich history and diverse cultural influences, boasts a unique linguistic landscape. From colloquial slang to terms born from its unique geography and history, the state’s language is a…

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