New York Suspends Congestion Tax on New Jersey Commuters

NEW YORK, NY — Governor Kathy Hochul announced on Wednesday the suspension of the congestion pricing initiative slated to commence soon in Manhattan’s Central Business District. Governor Hochul cited the potential for…

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Trump Endorsed Candidate Loses Bid for U.S. Senate in New Jersey

TRENTON, NJ — The MAGA movement for U.S. Senate in New Jersey has been defeated, dealing former U.S. President Donald Trump an embarrassing defeat in the Garden State. Instead of his endorsed…

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New Jersey to Remove Bald Eagle from Endangered Species List

TRENTON, NJ — New Jersey announced a proposal on Monday to remove the bald eagle from its endangered species list, reflecting a significant recovery since the 1970s. At that time, the state…

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New Jersey Sues Nevada Company for Illegal Magazine Sales

TRENTON, NJ – Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin, alongside the Division of Consumer Affairs, has initiated a civil lawsuit against Nevada-based Arms Unlimited, Inc. This action comes after the company allegedly sold…

New Jersey Trump Camper Crashes in Staten Island, Couple Survived, But Homeless

STATEN ISLAND, NY — A couple selling pro-Donald Trump merchandise is now homeless after their bus crashed into street signs and utility poles around noon on Sunday in Staten Island. The incident…

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Soccer Penalty in New Jersey Leads to Player Pulling Gun on Opponent

SECAUCUS, NJ — A heated moment at a local soccer game led to the arrest of 34-year-old Reda Benyamin of Jersey City, after he allegedly pointed a handgun at another player during…

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A Guide to New Jersey’s Dog Friendly Beaches

ASBURY PARK, NJ -Finally vacation time, hot weather time! The promise of lazy days in the sun and by the sea. Yes, but here it is: your doggie is also traveling. You…

Pets and Animals

New Jersey Cop Rescues Girl, Pets from Burning Home

ATLANTIC CITY, NJ — The Atlantic City Police Department has announced the release of body-worn camera footage showcasing the heroic actions of Officer Riley Flynn, who rescued a teenage girl and several…

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New Jersey Judge Attacks Police During Sentencing of Rookie Newark Cop

NEWARK, N.J. — The President of the New Jersey State Policemen’s Benevolent Association, Peter Andreyev, issued a statement strongly criticizing Superior Court Judge Michael L. Ravin’s comments during the sentencing of former…

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New Jersey Senator Pushes for Immigration Crime Bill in Light of NYC Cops Shooting

Following the recent shooting incident involving two NYPD officers in East Elmhurst, Queens, criticism has emerged regarding immigration policies. Mike Testa, a New Jersey politician, took to social media to express concerns…

Phil Murphy’s Plan To Stop People From Escaping New Jersey is a Failure, Opponent Says

TRENTON, NJ – Senate Republican Leader Anthony M. Bucco expressed disappointment over the failure of the StayNJ Task Force to address critical funding issues for the property tax relief program. Bucco highlighted…

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New Jersey Bill Seeks to Ban Facial Recognition Security by Businesses

Trenton, NJ – A newly introduced bill in the New Jersey Legislature aims to regulate the use of biometric surveillance systems by business entities, prohibiting their use under specific conditions. The bill,…

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New Jersey Drug Queen Pushed Psychodelic Drugs, 25 Pounds of Weed Near Public Park

FRANKLIN TOWNSHIP, NJ—Maria Santiago-Cossean, 55, of Franklin Township, was arrested on Thursday, charged with multiple drug-related offenses by detectives from the Atlantic County Prosecutor’s Office. The charges stem from a large-scale narcotics…

New Jersey to Celebrate World’s Largest Annual Music Event on June 21

NEW JERSEY—Make Music Day, the world’s largest annual music event, will be celebrated across New Jersey on Friday, June 21, featuring hundreds of free outdoor music-making events. Supported by the New Jersey…

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Phone and Internet Providers in New Jersey Could be Forced to Issue Refunds for Service Outages

Trenton, NJ – A new bill introduced in the New Jersey Legislature mandates telecommunications companies to provide prorated refunds for service outages exceeding 72 hours. Sponsored by Assemblyman Wayne P. DeAngelo (District…

New Jersey Law to Bar Criminal Background Checks, Penalties for Denying Religious Headwear

TRENTON, NJ – Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin, in conjunction with the Division on Civil Rights (DCR), announced the proposal of a new rule aimed at clarifying the legal boundaries of disparate…

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New Jersey State Police Arrest 150 for Driving Drunk Over Memorial Day Weekend

TRENTON, NJ – The New Jersey State Police have announced a significant number of Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) arrests over the recent holiday weekends, including Memorial Day. In total, road troopers arrested…

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New Jersey Senator Facing Federal Corruption Charges Files to Run as Independent

TRENTON, NJ – Democratic Senator Bob Menendez, currently facing 16 federal corruption charges, has filed to run for reelection as an independent. The move introduces uncertainty into a race that would typically…

Here Are the Cities Where Dogs Bite Postal Workers Most in New Jersey

NEW JERSEY — The United States Postal Service (USPS) has reported over 5,800 dog attacks on its employees last year. In response, the USPS is initiating the 2024 National Dog Bite Awareness…

New Jersey’s Bitter War Between Chris Smith and Donald Trump Appears to Be Over

TOMS RIVER, NJ – New Jersey Congressman Chris Smith faced a tough 2022 primary election against his opponent, conservative podcaster Mike Crispi. That’s because Smith was feuding with the former President, who…

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