Another Stop and Shop Shuts Down As North Ocean County’s Retail Needs Shift
Stop & Shop closes Toms River Route 9 store after years as local staple Toms River, NJ – The Stop & Shop at Tri-City Plaza on Route 9 has closed its doors,…
Jackson Township is the perfect spot for ICE’s new New Jersey detention facility after Roxbury plan meets resistance
A central location, empty warehouses and local support make a compelling case JACKSON TOWNSHIP, N.J. – As opposition continues to build against a proposed ICE detention facility in Roxbury, it’s time to…
Buena council accepts clerk retirement, advances park funding and budget plans
Officials outline nearly $1M funding request while addressing public safety, projects BUENA BOROUGH, N.J. – Borough officials moved through a full agenda Monday night, approving personnel changes, advancing nearly $1 million in…
Ocean County approves traffic signal changes across Jackson, Lakewood, Manchester
New signals, speed changes and safety upgrades planned at key intersections Toms River, NJ – The Ocean County Board of Commissioners approved a series of traffic safety improvements Wednesday, targeting multiple intersections…
Breaking: New Jersey Becomes America’s First Official Sanctuary State as Governor Sherrill Signs Three Migrant Protection Bills Into Law
New laws tighten data sharing, restrict enforcement roles, and fuel sanctuary debate UPDATE: Sherrill speaks on historic sanctuary state bills Trenton, NJ – Gov. Mikie Sherrill has signed a package of immigration…
America’s First AI Hate Crime as Food Delivery Robot Harassment Caught on Camera
Man confronts delivery robot stalled at crosswalk in viral street encounter. Exchange highlights real-world limits of autonomous food delivery systems Chicago, IL – A confrontation between a pedestrian and an autonomous delivery robot…
Elderly man attacked on CTA stairs in South Loop, police search for suspect
An 82-year-old man was assaulted in broad daylight at a busy transit station, prompting a public alert and safety warning. Chicago, IL – Police are searching for a suspect accused of attacking…
Deadly Manchester Lake Could Be Township’s Answer to Affordable Housing Crisis as Council Reviews Master Plan
MANCHESTER TOWNSHIP, NJ – It’s known as the “Sarco Pit” to many locals, but it’s actually an abandoned, flooded sand pit owned and operated by Heritage Minerals in Manchester Township, with a…
Brick Township Officials Defend Affordable Housing Plan as State Mandate Sparks Public Fears
BRICK, N.J. — Township officials laid out an extensive and, at times, contentious explanation of Brick’s affordable housing obligations during a recent public hearing, seeking to clarify widespread misconceptions while defending a…
One dollar bet turns into $50K payday in Ohio
Ohio woman beats 1 in 100000 odds to land $50K Pick 5 jackpot MARYSVILLE, OH — An Ohio woman defied steep odds to win $50,000 in the Pick 5 lottery game, officials…
One dead in Evesham crash following attempted police traffic stop
Fatal crash in Evesham under investigation after attempted traffic stop Evesham Township, NJ – A fatal early morning crash in the Marlton section of Evesham Township has triggered an investigation by the…
South Jersey crashes, road hazards slows Friday commute while North Jersey clear
New Jersey – The Friday morning commute is running smoothly in North Jersey, but multiple incidents across the southern part of the state are causing delays, lane closures, and detours for drivers,…
Howell resident sues township over unsafe speed limit and troubles on Aldrich Road
Howell, NJ – A Howell Township resident has filed a lawsuit against the municipality, alleging officials knowingly maintained an unsafe and незаконно set speed limit on a residential road, creating ongoing risks…
Iran conflict stirs support, fear among New Jersey’s Iranian community, ire from Democrat leaders
As U.S. military action escalates overseas, Iranian Americans in New Jersey are expressing a mix of approval, anxiety, and concern for family members caught in the conflict. Bergen County, NJ – The…
New Jersey gas prices surge near $4 per gallon amid global oil shock tied to Iran conflict
NJ gas prices jump more than $1 as Iran conflict rattles oil markets and hits Ocean County. New Jersey drivers are getting hit with a sharp jump at the pump as turmoil…
Toms River launches pickleball classes at Bey Lea Park courts this season
A series of beginner-friendly pickleball sessions will be offered from May through September, with multiple dates and evening time slots available. Toms River, NJ – Toms River Recreation has announced a lineup…
Stolen car suspect crashes into police cruiser before K9 tracks him down in Maryland
Chase ends with crash and K9 arrest after stolen car spotted LAUREL, Md. — A suspect driving a stolen vehicle slammed into a police cruiser while trying to escape, triggering a large-scale…
NJ Transit must improve safety at bus stops in New Jersey’s most dangerous locations lawmaker says
Proposed law would require barriers and lighting at bus stops in areas with elevated crash risk. Trenton, NJ – A newly introduced bill in the New Jersey Assembly would require NJ Transit…
Dozens of small dogs abandoned in Sussex County, some still missing
Authorities are investigating a series of coordinated animal abandonment cases across multiple towns in Sussex County. Sussex County, NJ – New Jersey State Police are searching for those responsible after multiple groups…
Triple highway shooting spree sparks manhunt in Prince George’s County
Suspect sought after three highway shootings overnight in Prince George’s County PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY, Md. — A series of overnight highway shootings across Prince George’s County has prompted a search for a…