NJ Bill Would Study New Payroll Deductions Program to Fund Long-Term Care Benefits

New Jersey lawmakers are considering a proposal that would study creating a state long-term care benefit funded through worker payroll deductions. Trenton, NJ – New Jersey lawmakers have introduced legislation directing the…

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America’s Most Wanted: Fugitive in 1987 New York City Murder Remains on FBI Most Wanted List

Federal authorities are still searching for Danny Liggett, who is accused of killing a man during a violent robbery in Manhattan and fleeing to avoid prosecution. New York, NY – The FBI…

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Strange Items That Wash Ashore Along Jersey Shore Beaches, From Voodoo Dolls to Dinosaurs

Beach cleanups and storms have revealed everything from creepy dolls and dentures to household appliances and decades-old artifacts along the New Jersey coastline. Asbury Park, NJ – Visitors walking the beaches of…

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Police Report: Facebook Scanner News Operator Had Alleged ‘Hit List’ When He Showed Up for Fight With U.S. Army Veteran

Authorities say a New Jersey blogger showed up at a veteran’s home over social media posts, sparking a physical confrontation captured on a Ring camera. Beachwood, NJ – A confrontation between a…

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Ocean County approves new traffic signal projects in Lakewood, Berkeley, and Jackson

Upgrades include improved pedestrian safety, vehicle detection systems, and intersection lighting. Toms River, NJ – The Ocean County Board of Commissioners has authorized several traffic safety improvement projects designed to enhance road…

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Mikie Sherrill announces plan for new $6.7 billion bridge in Newark

$6.7 billion project will replace aging bridge, create 19,000 jobs without expanding traffic capacity NEWARK & JERSEY CITY, NJ – Governor Mikie Sherrill’s revised plan for the Newark Bay Bridge earned rare,…

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New York Assembly advances Whale Awareness Act to curb vessel strikes

Lawmakers propose statewide education mandate as whale deaths rise off New York coast. Albany, NY – A bill introduced in the New York State Assembly would require the development and distribution of…

New York City News·New York News·Pets and Animals

Multiple crashes and heavy commuter traffic slowing drivers across North Jersey and Hudson River

New Jersey, NJ – As of 8:50 a.m. Tuesday, several crashes, disabled vehicles, and volume-related delays are impacting highways and major crossings throughout North Jersey. A crash was reported on the New…

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Rita’s to mark first day of spring with free Italian Ice and new mystery flavor

Chain celebrates March 20 with nationwide giveaway and limited-time PEEPS-inspired flavor. NEW JERSEY – Spring will officially begin with something sweet this year as Rita’s Italian Ice and Frozen Custard celebrates the…

Atlantic County News·Business News·Five Towns NJ News·Food & Dining

New Rochelle man sentenced to 54 months in federal prison for $150,000 pandemic unemployment fraud

Prosecutors say the 30-year-old used stolen identities—including those of deceased individuals—to file fraudulent COVID-19 benefit claims across multiple states. ALBANY, NY – Federal prosecutors announced Friday that 30-year-old Aly Kaba of New…

New York News

Fleeing illegal immigrant facing deportation order crashes in Newark, injures children during pursuit

Federal officials say the driver, a Salvadoran national with a 2017 deportation order, rammed law enforcement vehicles and struck multiple civilian cars before being taken into custody. Newark, N.J. – Three children…

Local Politics·North Jersey News

K1 Speed opens first dual-track indoor go-kart racing facility in Totowa, bringing high-speed thrills to North Jersey

TOTOWA, NJ – Racing enthusiasts in New Jersey now have a new home for adrenaline-fueled fun. K1 Speed, the world’s premier indoor go-karting brand, has officially opened its newest facility in Totowa,…

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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…

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…

Business News·Food & Dining

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…

Business News·North Jersey News

Jersey Mike’s pledges 100% of March 25 sales to send athletes to 2026 Special Olympics USA Games

Sandwich chain’s 16th annual “Month of Giving” aims to top last year’s $30 million record for charity MANASQUAN, NJ – Jersey Mike’s Subs will donate 100% of sales from all locations nationwide…

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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…

North Jersey News·Police Blotter

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…

Local Politics·North Jersey News·Police Blotter·Political Crime and Corruption

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…

Central Jersey News·Police Blotter

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…

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