Memorial for a mass shooting in Orlando, FL

New Jersey Saw Twelve Mass Shootings in These Four Cities in 2023

TRENTON, NJ – New Jersey officials today expressed grave concerns about the rising incidence of mass shootings across the state as the holiday season approaches. This year, New Jersey has witnessed twelve…

American Dream Mall Reopened After Black Friday Bomb Threat

EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ – The American Dream Mall, located in the New Jersey Meadowlands Sports Complex, was briefly evacuated due to a bomb threat, as announced by Governor Phil Murphy on the…

Edan Alexander, a Tenafly NJ high school graduate still held captive by Hamas terrorists in Israel.

New Jersey Born IDF Soldier Held Hostage by Hamas Terrorists Remains in Captivity

TENAFLY, NJ — Edan Alexander, a 19-year-old from Tenafly, New Jersey, remains in captivity following his abduction by Hamas terrorists on October 7. Alexander, a volunteer in the Israel Defense Forces (IDF),…

Fact-Checking Five Myths Politicians and the Media Falsely Claim Regarding the AR-15

TRENTON, NJ – New Jersey politicians are at it again. They are once again pushing for an ‘assault rifle’ ban and touting the AR-15 as the weapon of destruction most commonly preferred…

New Jersey’s Gas Car Ban, Wind Energy Agenda At Risk as Clean Energy Initiatives Flounder

TRENTON, NJ – Governor Phil Murphy’s ambitious agenda to have a green New Jersey free of gas-powered car sales powered by massive offshore wind farms is in jeopardy. That’s because of lackluster…

When It Comes to Taxes, New Jersey is Still the Worst State In America, Report

New Jersey’s position as one of the worst states for taxes in America, as per the Tax Foundation’s 2024 State Business Tax Climate Index, continues to be a significant concern for residents…

White Swan Man Sentenced to 40 Years in Prison for Sexual Abuse of a Minor and Aggravated Sexual Abuse of a Child

Yakima, Washington – United States District Judge Mary K. Dimke sentenced Jeremiah Bobb, age 27, of White Swan, Washington, to 180 months in federal prison for one count of Sexual Abuse of…

Ballston Spa Man Arraigned For Kidnapping, Child Predatory Assault

SARATOGA COUNTY, NY – Craig N. Ross, Jr., of Ballston Spa, was arraigned on a nine-count indictment by Saratoga County Court Judge James A. Murphy, III. The indictment, filed by Saratoga County…

In a State Known for Political Corruption, These New Jersey Politicians Are Admired and Well-liked

“New Jersey’s Most Admired Politicians of 2023” TRENTON, NJ – New Jersey is known for its unique brand of political corruption and in a sea of wrongdoing from U.S. Senator Robert Menendez…

New Jersey’s Red Counties Outperforming Blue Ones in Reproductive Health Care

TOMS RIVER, NJ – A new report card issued by March of Dimes for New Jersey shows the state’s level of care for pre-term babies has fallen drastically under New Jersey Governor…

New Jersey Governor Celebrates Transgender Awareness Week with New State Website

NEW JERSEY — In celebration of Transgender Awareness Week, Governor Phil Murphy announced the launch of TransgenderNJ.gov, a comprehensive resource for transgender and non-binary residents of New Jersey. The new website aims…

New Jersey Launches AI Policy for State Employees

TRENTON, NJ – Governor Phil Murphy announced a new policy for State employees on the responsible use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) in public services. This follows his creation of an Artificial…

New Jersey Turnpike USA 10/20/2019 Toll Booth

3% New Jersey Toll Hikes on The Agenda in December

NEWARK, NJ — The Port Authority and the South Jersey Transportation Authority have proposed budget plans for the upcoming year, which include potential toll increases. Drivers crossing the Hudson via Port Authority…

IRS Adjusts Tax Brackets For Inflation, New Jersey Has Not

TRENTON, NJ – In response to the Internal Revenue Service’s (IRS) recent adjustments to federal income tax brackets for inflation, New Jersey Senator Anthony M. Bucco is advocating for similar changes at…

New Jersey Joins Lawsuit Against Oklahoma Ban on Youth Gender Change Operations

TRENTON, NJ – New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy and Attorney General Matt Platkin have joined a federal lawsuit against the state of Oklahoma’s ban on youth gender transitioning healthcare and surgeries. California…

President Biden Nominates First Muslim American to New Jersey Federal Court of Appeals

NEWARK, NJ — President Biden nominated Adeel Mangi for the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit. Governor Murphy praised the decision, highlighting Mangi’s litigation experience and his potential as the…

Schoolchildren Studying In Classroom With Teacher

NJEA Seeking to Eliminate Basic Skills Test for New Jersey Teacher Certification

TRENTON, NJ – Most professions in New Jersey require basic skills testing. Whether you want to become a plumber, electrician, barber, and, yes, even a teacher, you must meet a basic skill…

Freeport Men Sentenced for Murder and Robbery in Long Beach Case

MINEOLA, N.Y. – Two men from Freeport have been sentenced for their involvement in the shooting death and robbery of James Diamond, a Long Beach resident. Eric Baldwin, 27, and Corey Grier,…

Toms River Residents Reject State’s “Very, Very Good Deal” to Build on Ciba Geigy Toxic Dump Site

TOMS RIVER, NJ – It’s an offer they can’t refuse, but Toms River residents are doing just that this weekend. After New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy negotiated a sweetheart deal for BASF,…

Monmouth County GOP Chairman Shaun Golden (L) Ocean County GOP Chairman George Gilmore (R)

Monmouth, Ocean GOP Chairmen Trade Blame Over Election Night Losses

TOMS RIVER, NJ – The chairmen of the Monmouth County and Ocean County Republican parties exchanged barbs this week after Lakewood resident Avi Schnall defeated Republicans in a New Jersey assembly race…

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