New Jersey is one step closer to banning sale of dogs, cats, and rabbits at retail pet stores

TRENTON, NJ – A sweeping animal welfare measure that would outlaw the sale of cats, dogs, and rabbits in New Jersey pet shops has advanced in the Legislature after committee approval in…

Pets and Animals·Local Politics·Monmouth County News·New Jersey News

Ocean County domestic violence pilot program advances to test electronic monitoring and victim alerts

TRENTON, NJ – A new four-year pilot program aimed at improving victim safety in domestic violence cases has advanced in Trenton, following approval by the Assembly Judiciary Committee of Assembly Bill 3731.…

Police Blotter·Five Towns NJ News·Government News·Jackson Township News

Doxxing in New Jersey could soon be a crime that carries prison time and hefty fines

TRENTON, NJ – A bipartisan bill introduced in the New Jersey Senate would make “doxxing” — the online release of a person’s private information with intent to cause harm — a criminal…

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New Jersey to expand homeless protections for summer months in new $5 million Code Red program

TRENTON, NJ – The New Jersey Senate Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee has approved a bill establishing a statewide pilot program to alert communities during extreme heat and poor air…

Community News·Central Jersey News·Jersey Shore News·Local Politics

NJ lawmakers push bill requiring lead screening for ‘pregnant person’ under new health guidelines

TRENTON, NJ – A new proposal in the New Jersey Legislature would require health care professionals to perform lead screening on pregnant ‘persons’ identified as being at risk for exposure, a move…

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NJ man hands in $100 bill and walks out a millionaire

New Jersey lottery delivers record year with over 60 million-dollar winners and prizes found in drawers dumpsters and traffic jams TRENTON, NJ – A $100 bill left on a counter, a forgotten…

Lottery Results·New Jersey News

Cheapest Gas Prices in New Jersey Dip to $2.27 Per Gallon in Fort Lee

TRENTON, NJ – New Jersey motorists are facing rising fuel costs this week as gas prices inch upward following the state’s latest gas tax increase, bringing the total state tax on gasoline…

Business News·Local Politics·North Jersey News·Ocean County News

Lock them up: Why New Jersey needs to ban people who eat pizza with a knife and fork

Trenton, NJ – There comes a moment in every serious society when it must decide what behavior it will tolerate and what behavior crosses the line into chaos, and in New Jersey…

Food & Dining·Local Politics·Monmouth County News·New Jersey News

New Jersey Attorney General Calls for Investigation Into Minneapolis Shooting

TRENTON, NJ – New Jersey Attorney General Matt Platkin sharply criticized federal immigration authorities Wednesday after a fatal shooting in Minneapolis involving an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officer, calling the incident…

Police Blotter·Local Politics·New Jersey News·South Jersey News

Morning commute sees scattered delays across New Jersey highways

TRENTON, NJ – Drivers faced a busy Thursday morning commute across New Jersey with several crashes and pockets of congestion reported on major highways, though most lanes remained open. As of 7:48…

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Jackson Township Didn’t Fight Its Affordable Housing Battle As 27 Other Towns Suing State

JACKSON, NJ – In nearby Toms River, Mayor Dan Rodrick took the fight to Trenton, hired a competent fair share housing attorney, and won. A few other towns also fought and won…

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Rain returns to New Jersey this weekend after mild start

TRENTON, NJ – After a stretch of calm and seasonably mild weather, New Jersey is set for a wet weekend as multiple rounds of rain move through the state beginning Friday night…

Weather Reports and News·Jersey Shore News·Ocean County News

Car insurance rates stabilize nationwide, but New Jersey drivers face sharp increases again in 2026

TRENTON, NJ – After years of steep hikes, U.S. car insurance rates are expected to level off in 2026, with the average national premium rising by less than 1%. But in New…

Jackson Township News·Local Politics·North Jersey News·Ocean County News

New Jersey’s ICE cooperation ban leaves communities unsafe, unprotected and local police unprepared

TRENTON, NJ – New Jersey remains one of just six states in the country that prohibits law enforcement cooperation with federal immigration authorities under Section 287(g) of the Immigration and Nationality Act,…

Police Blotter·Community News·Investigative Report·Jersey Shore News

Gasoline prices in New Jersey could be under $2 per gallon today, but here’s why they’re not

TRENTON, NJ – You are now paying a roughly 25% tax on gasoline in New Jersey, and market indicators predict that percentage is going to keep increasing as gas prices in the…

Business News·Cape May County News·Central Jersey News·Government News

Rosemary Becchi faces GOP backlash after loss in state chair race over support for Lakewood Democrat lawmaker

TRENTON, N.J. – Rosemary Becchi, who lost her bid for New Jersey Republican Party chair to Monmouth County Clerk Christine Hanlon on Monday, is facing sharp criticism from America First conservatives after…

Investigative Report·Local Politics·Monmouth County News·New Jersey News

Jersey City deli customer hits $3 million lottery jackpot

Jersey City deli sells $3 million winning ticket as 20 New Jersey Lottery players strike big TRENTON, NJ — A lucky lottery player became a multimillionaire overnight after purchasing a $3 million…

Lottery Results·New Jersey News

Lieutenant Colonel David Sierotowicz named acting superintendent of New Jersey State Police

TRENTON, NJ – Lieutenant Colonel David Sierotowicz has officially assumed command of the New Jersey State Police, stepping into the role of Acting Superintendent and State Director of Emergency Management as of…

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Prosecutor opens investigation after seven juveniles injured in Berkeley Township firepit explosion on New Year’s Eve

BERKELEY TOWNSHIP, NJ – Authorities are investigating a flash fire that injured seven juveniles during a New Year’s Eve gathering at a North Trenton Avenue residence, officials said. According to Ocean County…

New Jersey News·Ocean County News

Ocean County lottery ticket scores big win at Stop & Shop

Toms River lottery player wins $184K on New Year’s Day in Fast Play jackpot Trenton, NJ – A lucky New Jersey Lottery player in Ocean County kicked off the new year with…

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