ICE Newark arrests Honduran national wanted for human trafficking offenses

Newark, NJ – The U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Enforcement and Removal Operations (ERO) Newark office announced the arrest of a fugitive from Honduras wanted in his home country on charges…

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Just Like Mikie: Son of Convicted former U.S. Senator Bob Menendez Shows Off Brand New Air Force 1 Sneakers

Jersey City, NJ – New Jersey Congressman Rob Menendez is stepping into the new year with some fresh style — and a matching pair of Nike Air Force 1s just like Governor…

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State honors FBI agent taken in Iran with new annual tribute

New Jersey marks March 9 as U.S. Hostage and Wrongful Detainee Day with new bipartisan law TRENTON, NJ — A silent but powerful statement will wave across New Jersey each March 9,…

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Mikie Sherrill Shows Off Her “Jersey Kicks” on First Day at Work as Governor

TRENTON, NJ – New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill kicked off her first full day in office with a lighthearted social media post showing off her new Nike sneakers — and quickly found…

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Cory Booker blasts ICE after North Jersey migrant sweep leaves families in turmoil

MORRISTOWN, NJ – U.S. Senator Cory Booker is condemning federal immigration agents after what he called a “terrible breach of this community” during a recent ICE operation in North Jersey that resulted…

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Jersey law cracks down on illegal signal-blocking tech

New Jersey law makes use of signal jammers a fourth-degree crime under new bill TRENTON, NJ — A newly signed bipartisan law will now make the use of signal jammers a criminal…

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Jersey player snags full $402K jackpot in convenience store win

Union County player wins full $402K Fast Play jackpot from New Jersey Lottery SPRINGFIELD, NJ — A trip to a local convenience store paid off in a major way for one Union…

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Dangerously cold temperatures across most of U.S. this weekend; Here’s What’s Happening in Jersey

TOMS RIVER, NJ – Dangerously cold weather and snow to sweep across New Jersey and U.S. this weekend. The National Weather Service is warning that an arctic blast will sweep across much…

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Mystery behind who is spraypainting seals at the Jersey Shore solved

BRIGANTINE, NJ – Somebody is spraypainting seals at the Jersey Shore and it’s concerning to some beachgoers. The Marine Mammal Stranding Center is clearing up confusion about an unusual sight that often…

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On the way out, Murphy vetoes key anti-ICE bills in final hours, leaving issue to new governor Sherrill

Trenton, NJ – In his final act before leaving office, Governor Phil Murphy vetoed two major immigration-related bills Monday, blocking efforts to permanently limit cooperation between New Jersey law enforcement and federal…

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State investigating fatal police shooting in Newark

Newark, NJ – The New Jersey Office of the Attorney General has launched an investigation into a fatal officer-involved shooting that occurred Monday afternoon in Newark, where one man was killed and…

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A family’s desperate search underway after puppy stolen inside SUV near Newark

Newark, NJ – A family is pleading for the public’s help after their gray BMW X5 was stolen Sunday evening with their puppy still inside, sparking an urgent search across North Jersey.…

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Seal found lounging on busy Jersey Shore beach gets escorted to quieter sands

Brigantine, NJ – A young harbor seal resting on a crowded stretch of Brigantine beach was relocated Friday afternoon after marine rescue workers determined the area posed risks to the animal as…

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Brick police urge residents to follow new e-bike license and registration rules now in effect statewide

BRICK, N.J. – The Brick Township Police Department is reminding residents that New Jersey’s new e-bike safety laws are now in effect, bringing sweeping changes to how riders operate and register electric…

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State sues South Jersey nursing home owners over $124M Medicaid fraud as Bridgeton facility faces shutdown

TRENTON, NJ – The New Jersey Office of the State Comptroller (OSC) has filed a sweeping lawsuit against the owners of two South Jersey nursing homes, accusing them of diverting tens of…

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Jersey Mike’s fires up first-ever hot Italian sub to celebrate 70 years of Jersey flavor

MANASQUAN, NJ – Jersey Mike’s Subs is heating up its 70th anniversary with a brand-new menu item that pays tribute to its roots while turning up the grill. The beloved New Jersey-born…

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NJ agencies barred from fining each other under new Senate proposal

Trenton, NJ – A newly filed New Jersey Senate bill would prohibit state agencies from imposing civil penalties on other state agencies, a move that would block internal enforcement actions that currently…

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State board members ordered back to the table under new NJ Senate bill

Trenton, NJ – A newly filed bill in the New Jersey Senate would require members of the State Board of Education to attend meetings in person in order to be counted as…

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Senior cat Chicita waits for a second chance after heartbreaking surrender in Newark

NEWARK, NJ – A 13-year-old cat named Chicita is capturing hearts at the Associated Humane Societies shelter after being surrendered by her longtime family, leaving staff desperate to find her a quiet…

New Jersey News·Pets and Animals

The Federal Government Can’t Be Trusted: Murphy signs new vaccine law to create state-based immunization guidance

Trenton, N.J. – Governor Phil Murphy announced he has signed legislation shifting New Jersey’s vaccination and immunization guidance from federal to state oversight, citing growing concerns about misinformation and distrust in public…

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