Wildwood Crest Beaches Begin Full-Time Lifeguard Coverage for Summer Season

The Wildwood Crest Beach Patrol will begin daily lifeguard coverage Saturday, with guards stationed on all beaches through Labor Day weekend. WILDWOOD CREST, N.J. — Beachgoers heading to the Jersey Shore this…

NJ Transit Celebrates Problem-Free First Day of World Cup Train Rides

After months of criticism over delays and service disruptions, NJ Transit says it successfully moved more than 21,000 World Cup fans from MetLife Stadium without major operational issues following the tournament’s first…

Knicks Win First NBA Title in 53 Years as New Yorkers Burn School Buses to Celebrate

The New York Knicks ended a 53-year championship drought Saturday night, but celebrations quickly spiraled into violence as buses were set on fire, a teenager was shot and dozens of arrests were…

Wildwood Liquor Makes Public Offer to Alleged Booze Thieves

A North Wildwood liquor store is publicly asking two suspected shoplifters to return and pay for stolen merchandise before the matter is turned over to police. NORTH WILDWOOD, N.J. — Green’s Liquors…

Seaside Heights Pedestrian Injured in 2022 Crash Speaks Out About Recovery and Transparency

A man who suffered a traumatic brain injury after being struck by a vehicle in Seaside Heights is sharing his story publicly as he continues his recovery nearly four years later. SEASIDE…

Pork Roll, Egg, and Queens Drag Brunch to Cap Off Ocean County’s Pride Weekend

A drag brunch at Seaside Social House will close out a three-day Pride Weekend celebration that brought events to Toms River and Seaside Heights. SEASIDE HEIGHTS, N.J. — Pride Weekend festivities in…

NJ Lawmakers Unanimously Pass Domestic Violence Parole Tracking Bill

A New Jersey bill aimed at improving communication between courts and parole officials in domestic violence cases passed the Assembly without a single opposing vote. TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey lawmakers have…

Ortley Beach: A great family friendly destination minutes from Seaside Heights crowds

Sunny skies, summer temperatures and refreshing ocean water are expected to make Ortley Beach one of the Jersey Shore’s top destinations this weekend. ORTLEY BEACH, N.J. — With temperatures climbing into the…

NJ Woman’s Discrimination Lawsuit Against Walmart Dismissed by Federal Judge

A federal judge dismissed a South Jersey woman’s employment discrimination lawsuit against Walmart after finding she failed to show she completed required EEOC procedures before filing suit. CAMDEN, N.J. — A federal…

Gov. Mikie Sherrill Warns of Suspicious Activity Ahead of World Cup Matches at MetLife Stadium

New Jersey residents are being encouraged to report suspicious activity as the state hosts its first FIFA Club World Cup matches, though officials have not cited any specific threat. EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J.…

Cape May County launches major traffic crackdown ahead of busy summer season

Every police department in the county is joining a new highway safety task force targeting speeding, drunk driving, distracted driving and other dangerous behaviors CAPE MAY COURT HOUSE, N.J. — Drivers traveling…

Toms River’s Summer Beach Concerts and Fireworks: The Complete Schedule

From beachside fireworks to high-energy tribute bands, Toms River is once again turning Shelter Cove Beach into one of the Jersey Shore’s premier summer destinations. TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Summer at the…

Newark Police Memo Ordered Cops Not to Respond to Delaney Hall Creating “Zone of Lawlessness,” DOJ Claims

The U.S. Department of Justice says a Newark Police Department directive ordering officers not to respond to calls at Delaney Hall is jeopardizing public safety and interfering with federal immigration operations. NEWARK,…

NJ Morning Traffic Report: Overturned Tractor-Trailer, Vehicle Fire Snarl Friday Commute

Drivers faced delays across North and Central Jersey Friday morning as an overturned tractor-trailer, vehicle fire, gas main break and multiple congestion hotspots slowed travel. NEW JERSEY — Friday’s morning commute is…

NJ Lawmakers Take Aim at Norcross-Linked Insurance Empire With Sweeping Health Benefits Reform

A sweeping proposal would create a statewide health benefits trust for public school employees as lawmakers seek an alternative to insurance funds that have faced growing criticism from state watchdogs and local…

NJ lottery player turns one ticket into a $451K jackpot

Lucky Jersey Cash 5 player matches all five numbers while Browns Mills retailer scores bonus for selling the winning ticket TRENTON, N.J. — A routine stop at a Burlington County pub led…

Villas man jailed after drug raid uncovers cocaine mushrooms and cash prosecutors say

A multi-agency investigation ended with search warrants, drug seizures and multiple criminal charges in Cape May County CAPE MAY COURT HOUSE, N.J. — A Villas man was taken into custody after a…

World Cup Arrives, but NJ Transit Riders Still Face Delays and Problems on Critical NYC-Newark Rail Link

Newark, NJ — As New Jersey begins hosting FIFA World Cup events, persistent rail disruptions between New York Penn Station and Newark Penn Station continue to frustrate commuters and raise questions about…

Howell Mayor Defends Home Addition Neighbors Fear Will Become Religious Building

Howell, NJ — Growing opposition to AI data centers and escalating disputes over neighborhood development dominated public comment during the Howell Township Council meeting on Monday, signaling potential policy changes and ongoing…

Berkeley Double Shooting Heads to Civil Court Over Insurance Coverage

Berkeley Township, Police Department Face Civil Lawsuit After Drake Drive Shooting The lawsuit alleges Berkeley Township officials failed to act despite prior warning signs before a neighborhood shooting that critically injured a…

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