New Jersey Bill Would Force Restaurants to Clearly Disclose Mandatory Gratuity Fees

TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey lawmakers moved forward Thursday with legislation that would require restaurants to prominently disclose mandatory gratuity charges before diners receive their bill, responding to growing consumer frustration over…

New Jersey Democrats Yank It: Pull F.U.C.K. ICE Bill Amid Backlash and Controversy

Trenton, NJ — New Jersey Democratic lawmakers have pulled a controversial immigration enforcement bill from the legislative docket after the proposal sparked political backlash over its provocative acronym and sweeping legal implications.…

Massive search underway after swimmer vanishes off busy New Jersey beach

Coast Guard and state police join urgent hunt near Ocean City’s 10th Street Beach OCEAN CITY, N.J. — A large-scale search remained active Monday evening after a swimmer disappeared in the waters…

North Jersey Commute Crawls Tuesday Morning With 95-Minute GWB Delays

Newark, NJ – Tuesday morning commuters across North Jersey faced heavy backups on major highways and Hudson River crossings, with delays stretching from the Garden State Parkway to the George Washington Bridge…

Treasury Audit Questioned $1.1 Billion in New Jersey COVID Relief Spending, Flags ‘High’ Risk

Trenton, NJ — Federal auditors questioned more than $1.1 billion in New Jersey’s use of pandemic relief funds after finding unsupported expenses, possible duplicate payments, missing documentation, and potentially ineligible charges tied…

Marine combat veteran and New Jersey detective honored in emotional retirement ceremony

Howell Township officer closes out 22-year Marine Corps career marked by Iraq deployments and military honors HOWELL TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A longtime New Jersey detective and decorated Marine Corps veteran was honored…

New Jersey launches massive seat belt crackdown ahead of Memorial Day travel surge

Police across the state to target unbuckled drivers passengers and child restraint violations during high-visibility campaign TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey drivers can expect increased police patrols and seat belt enforcement statewide…

Lucky deli ticket delivers stunning $1.4 million Jersey jackpot win

Camden County player strikes it rich after matching all five numbers in Saturday night drawing TRENTON, N.J. — A New Jersey Lottery player in Camden County is celebrating a life-changing payday after…

New Jersey lottery frenzy erupts as players cash in massive prizes across the state

Dozens of lucky tickets turned ordinary stops into major paydays during one explosive week of winnings TRENTON, N.J. — A wave of lucky lottery players across New Jersey scored major cash prizes…

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…

Phil and Tammy Murphy Pulling Their Pro Soccer Team Out of New Jersey, Heading to NYC, In Talks

Murphys’ Gotham FC Eyes Move to New York City, Fueling ‘So Much for New Jersey’ Criticism HARRISON, N.J. — If taxes are your number one concern, then New Jersey is not the…

Jersey Shore Cop Tickets Grieving Driver on Mother’s Day After Parking Near Beach, Falling Asleep in Car

POINT PLEASANT BEACH, N.J. — A Mother’s Day parking ticket issued to a grieving New Jersey resident who says they fell asleep crying in their car near the beach has triggered outrage…

Mother Bear, 4 Cubs Turn Quiet New Jersey Backyard Into Rare New Jersey Wildlife Scene

SUCCASUNNA, N.J. — A late-night backyard visitor in Morris County turned into an unforgettable wildlife moment after a mother black bear and four cubs were captured on a home security camera in…

Jersey Shore Vacation Costs Surge 11% This Summer as Rentals, Gas, Energy, Food, and Parking Surge

BASKING RIDGE, NJ — Families planning beach vacations at the Jersey Shore this summer are facing a sharp increase in costs, with new research showing the average price of a Shore getaway…

Man Shot in Face at Jersey Shore Motel, Suspect Arrested

Rio Grande Man Charged With Attempted Murder After Motel Shooting Wounds Victim MIDDLE TOWNSHIP, NJ — A 25-year-old man suffered a gunshot wound to the face Friday afternoon after a confrontation outside…

Dozens More New Jersey School Districts Slash Jobs and Programs; Funding Cuts Deepen Divide As Newark Aid Increases

Trenton, NJ – School districts across New Jersey are cutting teachers, closing schools, eliminating student programs, and increasing class sizes as the long-running effects of the state’s S2 school funding law continue…

Furious customer accused of threatening to blow up New Jersey Lowe’s over lawn mower dispute

Police say man threatened to shoot everyone inside store before firearms and hoax explosive device were found at home RARITAN TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A New Jersey man is accused of threatening to…

Speeding car launches 250 feet through air before fiery New Jersey crash kills driver

Police say vehicle became airborne over roadway before slamming into bridge and erupting in flames JAMESBURG, N.J. — A New Jersey driver was killed after a speeding vehicle launched an estimated 250…

Missing New Jersey Congressman Expected to Recover From Serious but Temporary Illness, Ex-Gov Dad Says

Washington, DC — After weeks of mounting speculation over the unexplained absence of New Jersey Rep. Tom Kean Jr., the congressman’s father says doctors expect the Republican lawmaker to make a full…

Jewelry theft and explosive fire inside Walmart lead to major arrest in New Jersey

Investigators say masked man torched Elkton store before stealing jewelry and fleeing on motorcycle CECIL COUNTY, Md. — A New Jersey man accused of setting a fire inside an Elkton Walmart using…

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