Storms to soak Garden State with downpours through Friday before sunny weekend break

TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey is bracing for heavy rain and scattered thunderstorms beginning Thursday afternoon, with wet weather expected to linger through Friday night before clearer skies arrive for the weekend.…

NIH shuts down final beagle lab, ending decades of painful dog experiments

The National Institutes of Health has officially shut down its final in-house beagle research program involving painful procedures, ending the federal government’s largest dog lab, NIH Director Jay Bhattacharya confirmed Sunday. The…

Severe thunderstorm watch issued for New Jersey as heavy rain expected through Wednesday

A severe thunderstorm watch has been issued across much of New Jersey, with scattered strong storms expected through Wednesday morning, according to the National Weather Service’s Storm Prediction Center in Norman, Oklahoma.…

New Jersey Pollen Levels Reach Peak: How to Avoid Allergies, What to Expect, and When Relief Is Coming

As spring blooms across New Jersey, pollen levels are hitting their peak, triggering sneezing, itchy eyes, and congestion for millions of residents. In April and May 2025, tree pollen from oak, birch,…

Brush fire erupts near Route 195 in Jackson Township

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A brush fire broke out moments ago, on Wednesday in the area of Route 195 in Jackson Township, prompting a coordinated response from local fire departments and the…

Weather Alert: Hot, windy, and dry week ahead for New Jersey

TRENTON, NJ — New Jersey residents can expect sunny skies and warm temperatures today, but strong winds and dry conditions are raising alarms about an elevated wildfire risk across the state. According…

First hummingbirds of the season arrive in New Jersey

JERSEY SHORE, NJ — Hummingbirds have officially returned to New Jersey, with bird watchers and residents across the Jersey Shore reporting their first sightings of the season over the weekend. As temperatures…

Bonfire permits required for Lag Ba’Omer

NEW JERSEY — Authorities are warning residents to avoid open burning on Friday, April 25, due to an elevated risk for the rapid spread of wildfires across New Jersey and eastern Pennsylvania,…

Spring is the best time to visit the Jersey Shore

The Jersey Shore is a beloved summer destination, but spring offers a unique and delightful experience that’s often overlooked. With mild weather, fewer crowds, and plenty to see and do, here are…

Great Adventure looks toward future with life after Kingda Ka

JACKSON, NJ — The date is now 0 A.K., zero years after the death of Kingda Ka. Kingda Ka, once the tallest and fastest roller coaster on Earth, is no longer part…

President Trump gets clean bill of health in annual exam, here are the details

President Donald J. Trump underwent his annual physical examination at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, as detailed in a memorandum from Physician to the President, Capt. Sean P. Barbarella, D.O., MC,…

Timid shelter dog blossoms with love, hopes for family

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Matilda may have come into the Northern Ocean County Animal Facility scared and unsure, but with time, love, and patience, this gentle girl has started to show her…

Rain storm forming over New Jersey coast - File Photo

Storm system set to soak New Jersey through Saturday with rain, thunderstorms likely

TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey residents should prepare for a stretch of wet and cloudy weather beginning Thursday afternoon, with a strong chance of rain and potential thunderstorms by Friday night, according…

Getting Your Garden Ready in New Jersey for Spring: April Tips for Zone 7

Spring has officially arrived in New Jersey, and for gardeners in Zone 7, April is the perfect time to shake off the winter chill and prepare your garden for a vibrant growing…

This Brick Hot Dog Truck as the Best DWD’s in the Area

BRICK, N.J. — A local hot dog truck is heating up the lunch scene in Ocean County with a growing reputation for delivering some of the best dirty water dogs, and we…

Rain and Flooded Streets, Long Beach Island, NJ

Soaked Garden State: Storm system to bring days of rain, thunder, and wind to New Jersey

TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey is bracing for several rounds of rain, thunderstorms, and gusty winds this week as an active weather pattern brings unsettled conditions from tonight through the weekend. Wednesday…

Tornado outbreak and catastrophic floods target Mid-South as historic spring storm slams U.S.

COLLEGE PARK, MD — A powerful and slow-moving spring storm system is set to deliver life-threatening weather across multiple regions of the United States through Friday, with the Lower Ohio Valley and…

New Jersey Prepares for First Spring Thunderstorm of 2025 as Two Inches of Rain Expected

TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey is bracing for its first spring thunderstorm of the year Monday night, with forecasters warning of heavy rainfall, patchy fog, and a significant shift in wind direction…

Wet and wild! New Jersey braces for fog, showers, and thunderstorms to start the week

TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey residents can expect a weather rollercoaster through Tuesday, with patchy fog, rising temperatures, gusty winds, and a round of potentially heavy rain and thunderstorms on the horizon.…

Gasoline Price Drop Promising for New Jersey Commuters and Businesses

Drivers in New Jersey and across the United States are enjoying a welcome reprieve at the pump as gasoline prices have steadily declined since the start of the year. In the Garden…

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