Judge orders bond hearing for Mauritanian immigrant detained by ICE at Newark’s Delaney Hall

Court again rejects federal government’s expanded use of mandatory detention under immigration statute NEWARK, NJ – A federal judge has ruled that Abdellahi Jeddou, a Mauritanian national detained by U.S. Immigration and…

Case against illegal detention against ICE to move forward in court

Court rejects government’s reliance on new BIA policy expanding mandatory detention under immigration law NEWARK, NJ – A federal judge has ruled that Manuel Antonio Servellon Duron, a Honduran national held by…

$180 million settlement reached in Camden Diocese clergy abuse case

ACTS LAW hails agreement as major step toward accountability and justice for survivors CAMDEN, NJ – After more than five years of legal battles, a landmark $180 million settlement has been reached…

ICE detainee’s lawsuit against illegal detainment rejected

Maria Chavez challenged her detention at Delaney Hall, claiming she was entitled to a bond hearing NEWARK, NJ – A federal judge has denied a habeas corpus petition filed by Maria Chavez,…

Camden federal judge dismisses SNAP benefits lawsuit filed by local man against Atlantic County, state agencies

Chief Judge Renée Marie Bumb allows plaintiff to proceed without fees but finds no valid claims in third amended complaint CAMDEN, NJ – Chief U.S. District Judge Renée Marie Bumb has dismissed…

Ocean County man jailed for selling child photos

Anthony Michael Amodea was taken into custody Friday on charges related to the sale of child exploitative images, authorities say. Toms River, N.J. – A 32-year-old Ocean County man is being held…

Ocean County inmate to be held without release on multiple child sex assault charges

Nelson De Jesus Ramos-Diaz remains in custody following his December arrest on aggravated sexual assault and child endangerment charges. Toms River, N.J. – A 29-year-old man from Ocean County remains behind bars…

Applebee’s celebrates 25 years of ‘Mucho Madness’ with new $6 cocktails and $4 mocktail

Restaurant chain introduces festive Emerald Escape, Pricklycane, and Parade Punch drinks for St. Patrick’s Day Manchester, NJ – Applebee’s is brightening up its drink lineup in New Jersey and beyond. Applebee’s Neighborhood…

Newark federal judge sides with insurers, dismisses Hair Zone’s coverage lawsuit over defective hair products

Court rules Hartford and Travelers not liable under policy exclusions for company’s product damage claims NEWARK, NJ – A federal judge has dismissed a lawsuit filed by Hair Zone Inc., which does…

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JCP&L to shut off power in parts of Berkeley Township for storm damage repairs today

Outage to affect western Holiday City residents Wednesday morning for tree removal work BERKELEY TOWNSHIP, NJ – The Berkeley Township Office of Emergency Management has issued a notice to residents after Jersey…

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Detective couple alleges cover-up after ex-cop broke into home to confront ex-lover

Lawsuit claims police failed to act as officer used department baton in assault, then avoided arrest BAYVILLE, NJ – Two New Jersey detectives have filed a civil lawsuit against multiple police departments…

Former Director of Public Safety, Police Lt. Files Whistleblower Lawsuit Against Jackson Township

Joseph Candido claims former Chief Matthew Kunz ignored safety laws, mismanaged department operations, and retaliated after he reported violations. JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ – A longtime Jackson Township police officer has filed a…

NJ congressional candidate Sue Altman vows to defend trans athletes, denounces “scapegoating” in politics

Former athlete and progressive Democrat says focus on trans participation in sports distracts from real inequities facing women athletes. TRENTON, NJ – New Jersey congressional candidate Sue Altman, a former athlete and…

Fugitive captured in New York City in 2024 Maywood armed robbery case

Arrest ends 22-month multistate investigation into violent jewelry store heist, officials say. MAYWOOD, NJ – A fugitive wanted in connection with a 2024 armed robbery at a Maywood jewelry store has been…

Three children injured after ICE vehicle pursuit ends in Newark crash, Mayor condemns chase

Mayor Ras J. Baraka criticizes federal agents for “reckless” pursuit that violated city law and endangered residents. NEWARK, NJ – A vehicle pursuit led by federal Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents…

ICE Newark arrests international fugitive wanted for child sexual assault in Spain

WOODBRIDGE, NJ – Federal officers with ICE Newark have arrested a dual citizen of Spain and the Dominican Republic wanted overseas for child sexual assault. Officials said the man, identified as Joel…

Three arrested in latest ICE criminal sweep in Newark

NEWARK, NJ – In a series of targeted enforcement actions this month, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents with the ERO Newark field office arrested several foreign nationals accused or convicted of…

Manchester to introduce $4.7 million in bond ordinances for major water utility projects

MANCHESTER, NJ – The Manchester Township Council is set to introduce a series of new ordinances totaling more than $4.7 million to fund major water utility infrastructure upgrades and authorize multiple contract…

Mikie Sherrill’s Anti-ICE Executive Order Forces Constitutional Showdown with Trump Administration

Sherrill escalates immigration clash with Trump administration over ICE authority Trenton, NJ – New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill’s Executive Order No. 12 has set the stage for a direct constitutional confrontation with…

The ‘Takeover of Jackson and Lakewood’ featured in latest Tyler Oliveira documentary

A YouTube filmmaker’s latest release ignites backlash and police response in Ocean County. Lakewood, NJ – A controversial video released this week by YouTuber Tyler Oliviera has triggered backlash from residents and…

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