FAA Issues Drone Ban Over New Jersey Ahead of Holidays
TRENTON, NJ — Those drones over New Jersey pose no public threat, but the FAA has issued a major drone ban over major cities across the state through mid-January. The Federal Aviation…
New Jersey Now Allows Gamblers to Put Themselves on Casino Ban Lists to Combat Addiction
TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey gamblers seeking to self-exclude from brick-and-mortar casinos can now do so entirely online, a move aimed at enhancing accessibility to the state’s responsible gaming resources, officials announced.…
New Jersey bill targets weaponized drones with criminal penalties
TRENTON, N.J. — A newly proposed bill in the New Jersey Assembly seeks to make operating a civilian drone equipped with a weapon a fourth-degree crime, punishable by up to 18 months…
Murphy downplays suspicious drone conspiracy claims as New Jersey deploys federal surveillance tech
TRENTON, N.J. — Amid mounting concerns over mysterious drone sightings across New Jersey, Governor Phil Murphy announced that the state has deployed advanced federal equipment to monitor and identify unmanned aircraft. The…
North Jersey physical therapist’s license permanently revoked over sexual misconduct
TRENTON, N.J. — The State Board of Physical Therapy Examiners has permanently revoked the license of Danny O. Steffens, a North Jersey physical therapist, following his admission to having a sexual relationship…
Drone Mania? New Jersey seeks to restrict drone flights over New Jersey schools
TRENTON, N.J. — A new bill introduced in the New Jersey Assembly aims to impose strict restrictions on the operation of drones over school properties, addressing privacy and safety concerns while outlining…
Brushing Scams on the Rise as Holidays Near
TRENTON, NJ – Local authorities are cautioning residents about a nationwide brushing scam in which unsuspecting victims receive mysterious packages designed to steal personal and financial information. The scam begins with a…
New Jersey Wants to Allow DEP Agents to Use Drones and Guns to Make Warrantless Arrests of Climate Violators
TRENTON, N.J. — A new bill introduced in the New Jersey Assembly would grant conservation and park police officers within the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) expanded authority to utilize drones while…
New Jersey teacher uses Scratch-Offs to bring joy to her ailing father
TRENTON, N.J. — In a year where New Jersey Lottery players have claimed over $2 billion in prizes, a school teacher from North Jersey found her own jackpot—strengthening her bond with her…
Gov. Murphy pardons three women serving decades-long murder sentences in historic clemency decision
TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy announced Monday that three women serving lengthy prison sentences—Myrna Diaz, Dawn Jackson, and Denise Staples—were granted clemency and are expected to be released by…
New Jersey lawmakers urge federal investigation into mysterious drone sightings
TRENTON, N.J. — The New Jersey General Assembly has introduced a resolution calling on the federal government to launch a thorough investigation into a surge of unidentified drone sightings reported across the…
Morning crashes and delays snarl traffic across New Jersey highway morning commute
MANSFIELD TWP., N.J. — As of 7:33 a.m., a crash on the New Jersey Turnpike northbound near Interchange 6, which connects to the Pennsylvania Turnpike, has vehicles on the right shoulder. While…
Newspaper Delivery Company Settles New Jersey Case with State for Exploiting Workers
TRENTON, NJ — New Jersey Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and Labor Commissioner Robert Asaro-Angelo announced a $296,188 settlement with NJ Penn Logistics, LLC, a newspaper delivery company accused of misclassifying over…
Powerball drawing delivers $50K prizes to two New Jersey players
TRENTON, N.J. — Two lucky New Jersey Lottery players are each $50,000 richer after matching four of the five white balls and the Powerball in Saturday night’s drawing. The winning tickets were…
More than a dozen arrested in Atlantic City drug bust
ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. – A series of targeted police operations in Atlantic City has led to the arrest of 14 individuals and the recovery of narcotics, prescription pills, and drug paraphernalia, authorities…
Inmate death at Northern State Prison under investigation by attorney general’s office
TRENTON, N.J. – The New Jersey Attorney General’s Office of Public Integrity and Accountability (OPIA) is investigating the in-custody death of an inmate at Northern State Prison in Newark following an encounter…
Friday the 13th delivers life-changing lottery win to NJ player
TRENTON, N.J. — A Camden County lottery player defied superstition on Friday the 13th, claiming a $678,674 Jersey Cash 5 jackpot in a stroke of extraordinary luck. The winning ticket matched all…
Governor Murphy Tells New Jersey to ‘Calm Down” Over Drone Sightings
TRENTON, N.J. — Gov. Phil Murphy on Tuesday urged residents to remain calm amid reports of drone sightings across New Jersey, emphasizing there is no clear evidence of suspicious activity. “First of…
Murphy Grants Clemency to Dozens of Drug Dealers, Arsonists, and Convicted Criminals
TRENTON, N.J. — Governor Phil Murphy announced Monday that he has granted clemency to 36 individuals, issuing 33 pardons and three commutations in what marks his first use of the gubernatorial pardon…
Lucky scratch-off transforms New Jersey player into millionaire overnight
TRENTON, N.J. – What started as a bad day for one Morris County resident ended with a life-changing windfall, thanks to a lucky stop at a Lincoln Park convenience store. The player,…