Exterior view of New Jersey State House building in Trenton, NJ. The New Jersey State House is located on the W. State Street in downtown Trenton. The Capitol is the most historic public building in New Jersey, comprised of the State Legislature, the Governor`s Office and other Executive branch offices.

Blizzard delays anti-immigration rally on Trenton Statehouse steps

Immigration bills pulled from Monday’s voting schedule; Assemblyman Paul Kanitra says March 23 likely new date POINT PLEASANT BEACH, NJ – A blizzard caused Democrats to pull controversial pro-immigration and sanctuary state…

Bars from a prison jail cast a shadow on the floro.

Federal judge orders release of Nicaraguan woman held without bond in Newark immigration case

Court finds DHS unlawfully detained petitioner without a hearing under wrong immigration statute NEWARK, NJ – A federal judge in New Jersey has ordered the immediate release of Dalva Yerleska Cruz-Davila, a…

Judge transfers Primoris storm restoration lawsuit against FirstEnergy to Ohio federal court

New Jersey federal judge enforces contract clause, sending utility dispute over Hurricane Isaias repairs to Ohio NEWARK, NJ – A federal judge in New Jersey has ordered that a contract dispute between…

Snow plows broke your mailbox? Here’s what to do

After the blizzard cleanup, residents can file damage reports through their local, county, or state public works offices. OCEAN COUNTY, NJ – Now that snow removal operations have ended across Ocean County,…

We’re Still Not Through It: Governor Sherrill provides storm update

Northeast governors warn of downed trees, outages as blizzard rages New York, NY – Governors across the Northeast warned residents to stay off the roads as a major winter storm brought whiteout…

More than 38,000 without power across Ocean County

Toms River, NJ – Widespread power outages continued across Ocean County Monday as blizzard conditions battered the region, leaving more than 38,000 customers without electricity, according to Jersey Central Power & Light.…

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Brick Township travel ban remains; 10,000 without power

Brick Township, NJ – A mandatory travel ban remains in effect across Brick Township as a winter storm continues to hammer the region, leaving an estimated 10,000 residents without power and roadways…

Ocean City urges residents to stay home as crews battle storm

Ocean City, NJ – Snow removal crews are working around the clock in Ocean City as heavy accumulation continues to cover roadways, prompting police to urge residents to stay off the streets…

This cute harbor seal rescued in Beach Haven Gardens is now recovering under vet care

Beach Haven Gardens, NJ – A lethargic harbor seal found on the sand in Beach Haven Gardens earlier this month is now recovering under veterinary care after being transported to a local…

Parsippany police warn roads remain hazardous amid travel ban

Parsippany, NJ – Snow continued to fall across Parsippany Monday morning as police reported slick, snow-covered roads and urged residents to remain off the streets during a statewide travel ban in effect…

NJ Transit suspends rail, bus service Monday amid heavy snow

Newark, NJ – Commuter platforms sat empty Monday morning as NJ Transit suspended all rail, bus, and light rail service statewide, citing heavy snow accumulation and safety concerns for riders and employees.…

Jackson Township warns residents of towing and ticketing if you get stuck driving during state of emergency

Jackson Township, NJ – A snow-covered roadway could quickly become a costly mistake for drivers who ignore a newly declared emergency in Jackson Township, where officials say anyone who gets stuck during…

Jackson School District closes Monday as winter storm halts travel

Jackson, NJ – The Jackson School District announced Sunday afternoon that all schools will be closed Monday due to the ongoing winter storm impacting Ocean County and much of New Jersey. The…

Traffic safety in Jackson and Lakewood at top of Ocean County commissioner’s list

TOMS RIVER, NJ – The Ocean County Board of Commissioners has approved a series of traffic safety improvements aimed at reducing congestion and improving roadway safety across several municipalities, including Lakewood, Berkeley,…

Feds charge 27 Anti-Tren gang members in Bronx double murder, sex trafficking, and racketeering case

NEW YORK, NY – Federal prosecutors have unsealed a sweeping 38-count indictment charging 27 members and associates of the “Anti-Tren” faction of the Venezuelan terrorist organization Tren de Aragua with a violent…

Feds nab Philly man accused of sexually threatening Gov. Mikie Sherrill

NEWARK, N.J. – Federal agents have arrested a Pennsylvania man accused of leaving sexually explicit and threatening voicemails for New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill, in what prosecutors describe as a targeted campaign…

Battle over Roxybury ICE detention facility heats up online

Roxbury, NJ – A social media fight between Rep. Tom Kean Jr. and Rep. LaMonica McIver escalated Saturday after Kean defended his engagement with federal officials over a proposed federal action affecting…

Dead 51-foot fin whale found in Barnegat Light struck by vessel

Public encouraged to report stranded marine mammals BARNEGAT LIGHT, NJ – A massive fin whale that washed ashore Friday on a Barnegat Light beach was likely struck by a vessel, according to…

Atlantic City readies for blizzard and coastal flood threat

Atlantic City, NJ – City officials are mobilizing ahead of a severe winter storm expected to bring blizzard conditions, up to two feet of snow, and moderate coastal flooding beginning Sunday and…

O’Scanlon bill boosting police mental health support clears key hurdle

TRENTON, NJ – A bipartisan effort to strengthen mental health crisis intervention resources for New Jersey’s law enforcement community took a major step forward this week as the Senate Law and Public…

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