New Jersey faces mounting energy crisis after shutdown of six major power plants

TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey is in the grip of an escalating energy crisis, triggered initially by the closure of five coal-fired power plants and one nuclear facility since 2017, leaving the…

Power back on after massive New Jersey wildfire as utility crews praised for swift response

OCEAN COUNTY, N.J. — All power has been restored to customers affected by the Jones Road Wildfire, one of New Jersey’s largest blazes in two decades, according to an update from Jersey…

Is New Jersey’s 15,000-Acre Wildfire Phil Murphy’s Karen Bass Moment?

As a massive 15,000-acre wildfire rages through Ocean County, New Jersey, Governor Phil Murphy faces growing criticism for his absence during a state of emergency. The blaze, only 10% contained, threatens thousands…

Aerial photos reveal Pinelands devastation from New Jersey’s Jones Road fire

LACEY TOWNSHIP, N.J. — Aerial surveillance photos released Wednesday revealed the extensive swaths of forestland destroyed by the Jones Road Wildfire in Ocean County, which has torched approximately 12,000 acres and remains…

15,400 acre New Jersey wildfire stopped at edge of Oyster Creek Nuclear Power Plant

TOMS RIVER, NJ — Firefighters are gaining ground on a massive wildfire burning across Ocean and Lacey Townships, with the New Jersey Forest Fire Service reporting the blaze is now 40% contained…

New Jersey lawmakers say state push to delay energy hikes an election season gimmick

TRENTON, N.J. — Republican Senators Anthony Bucco and Michael Testa slammed the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities (BPU) on Wednesday over its latest move allowing utility companies to propose deferred rate…

Governor Murphy missing in action as New Jersey forest fire burns

TRENTON, N.J. — As New Jersey firefighters battle a massive 11,500-acre wildfire in Ocean County, Governor Phil Murphy is preparing to lead a week-long overseas economic mission to Europe and the Gulf…

New Jersey man sentenced to 9 years in New York armed robbery

GOSHEN, N.Y. — A New Jersey man has been sentenced to nine years in prison for his role in a 2023 armed robbery in Port Jervis, Orange County District Attorney David M.…

Massive New Jersey wildfire grows to 11,500 acres, thousands evacuated

OCEAN COUNTY, N.J. — A fast-moving wildfire has burned through 11,500 acres in Ocean and Lacey Townships as of Wednesday, according to the New Jersey Forest Fire Service, with firefighters gaining ground…

Bill Spadea Signs Democrat Backed New Jersey DEI Auto Insurance Pledge

TRENTON, NJ— Four candidates vying to be New Jersey’s next governor have committed to banning the use of income proxies—such as education, occupation, and credit scores—in setting car insurance rates, the African…

New Jersey Wildfire Threatens Shuttered Nuclear Power Plant

LACEY TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A fast-moving wildfire in Ocean County, named the Jones Road Forest Fire, has sparked concern as it neared the decommissioned Oyster Creek Nuclear Power Plant, triggering evacuations and…

No charges for New Jersey cop as grand jury clears officer in use-of-force case

WOODBRIDGE, N.J. – A Middlesex County grand jury has declined to bring criminal charges against Woodbridge Township Police Officer Hector Rivera following a February 2023 arrest that involved the alleged use of…

New Jersey declares state of emergency as 8,500 acre wildfire threatens 1,000 structures

TRENTON, N.J. – Acting Governor Tahesha Way declared a State of Emergency in Ocean County on Wednesday morning as the Jones Road Wildfire continued to burn out of control, scorching thousands of…

Jersey Cash 5 jackpot split as two players snag $162K prize

TRENTON, N.J. — Two New Jersey Lottery players are celebrating a windfall after splitting a $162,958 Jersey Cash 5 jackpot drawn Friday night. The pair, whose identities have not been disclosed, will…

North Jersey woman who led violent drug trafficking gang arrested with 26 associates

TRENTON, NJ — Twenty-six individuals have been charged in connection with a violent open-air drug trafficking organization operating in Newark, state officials announced Tuesday, describing the arrests as a significant blow to…

Murphy signs bill exempting nursing mothers from jury duty in New Jersey

TRENTON, NJ — Governor Phil Murphy signed legislation Tuesday allowing nursing mothers to be excused from jury duty, a move state leaders say will reduce barriers for new parents and align with…

New Jersey defies Trump order to abolish DEI in public schools

TRENTON, NJ — Governor Phil Murphy, who said he’s ready for war with the White House, is now pushing back on a presidential executive order against diversity, equity, and inclusion programs in…

New bill seeks to end New Jersey’s electric societal benefits charges

TRENTON, NJ — A new bill introduced in the New Jersey Legislature would eliminate the recovery of demand side management (DSM) program costs—such as energy efficiency and renewable energy initiatives—through the state’s…

Why New Jersey law prohibits the sale of cars on Sundays

Why you can’t buy a car on Sunday in New Jersey: Blue Laws keep dealerships closed TRENTON, NJ — If you’re looking to buy a car on a Sunday in New Jersey,…

8-Year-Old Girl Accosted at Jersey Shore Target

BRICK TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A 24-year-old man from Brick Township has been charged with endangering the welfare of a child following a disturbing incident involving an 8-year-old girl at a local Walmart,…

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