Environmental Lobbying Group Says New Jersey Anti-Wind Energy Protest Fueld by Tone Deaf MAGA, Big Oil Misinformation

TRENTON, N.J. — Environmental leaders across New Jersey are speaking out against a series of anti-offshore wind energy rallies planned for this weekend, criticizing them as coordinated efforts backed by the oil…

Central Jersey News·Jersey Shore News·Ocean County News·Politics

Morning commute slowed by heavy traffic, police activity, and construction across New Jersey

TRENTON, NJ — New Jersey commuters are facing significant delays this morning due to a combination of police activity, heavy traffic volume, and ongoing construction projects across the state. On I-295 in…

New Jersey News·Traffic Alerts

Crashes and Delays Snarl New Jersey Morning Commute

NEWARK, N.J. — New Jersey commuters faced significant delays Wednesday morning due to multiple crashes, disabled vehicles, and ongoing road hazards across major highways and bridges. In Parsippany-Troy Hills Township, a crash…

Police Blotter·Traffic Alerts

North Bergen man charged with murder in December homicide

NORTH BERGEN, NJ — A 34-year-old North Bergen man has been arrested and charged in connection with the December 2024 murder of Juan Moyet, 48, according to Hudson County Prosecutor Esther Suarez.…

North Jersey News·Police Blotter

Resurfaced anti-Trump comments could damage Bill Spadea’s gubernatorial bid in New Jersey

TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey gubernatorial candidate Bill Spadea is facing renewed scrutiny after past criticisms of former President Donald Trump resurfaced, potentially jeopardizing his support among Trump loyalists in the state.…

New Jersey News·Politics·The Buzz

Chris Christie Suggests Forgiveness for Gavin Newsom in Light of California Fire Disaster

MANCHESTER, N.H. — Former New Jersey Governor Chris Christie emphasized the importance of honesty in leadership, stating that public officials must “communicate the truth” to address the concerns of the American people.…

New Jersey News·Police Blotter

Boil water advisory issued after water main break in Parsippany

PARSIPPANY, N.J. — The Parsippany-Troy Hills Water Department has issued a boil water advisory for residents in the South Powder Mill section following a water main break on Old Dover Road. The…

New Jersey Eliminates Basic Skills Test for Teacher Certification

New Jersey will no longer require teacher candidates to pass a basic reading, writing, and mathematics skills test for certification starting January 1, 2025. Governor Phil Murphy signed Act 1669 into law…

US and World News·New Jersey News·School and Education News

New Jersey traffic update: Morning crashes and construction slow commutes

TRENTON, N.J. — Morning commuters in New Jersey are facing several delays as crashes, emergency construction, and lane closures create significant disruptions across key highways. As of 8:18 a.m., a crash on…

New Jersey News·Traffic Alerts

Middlesex County man arrested on stolen firearm charges after Cranford police stop

CRANFORD, N.J. — A Piscataway man was arrested early Friday morning after Cranford police discovered a loaded, stolen firearm during a motor vehicle stop on Raritan Road. The incident occurred at approximately…

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Four New Jersey drug dealers indicted on fentanyl distribution charges

LINDEN, N.J. – A Union County grand jury has indicted four Roselle residents on 19 drug-related charges following a two-month investigation by the Linden Police Department’s Narcotics Bureau that uncovered fentanyl disguised…

New Jersey News

General Motors Strikes Deal To Offload Battery Plant Stake To LG

General Motors Strikes Deal To Offload Battery Plant Stake To LG General Motors (GM) announced Monday a shift in its electric vehicle (EV) strategy by agreeing to sell its share of a…

US and World News

New Jersey cop indicted on 22 charges in corruption and drug case

FREEHOLD, N.J. – A Monmouth County Grand Jury has returned a 22-count indictment against a former Middletown Township Police Department sergeant accused of abusing his authority, aiding criminal activities, and possessing illegal…

Woman hospitalized after being struck by D.C. Metro Red Line train

WASHINGTON, D.C. – A woman was rushed to the hospital with critical injuries Saturday night after being struck by a Metro Red Line train at the Gallery Place-Chinatown station, according to D.C.…

D.C. News·Police Blotter

Lost dog found near Cherry Hill and Voorhees handed over to shelter

VOORHEES, N.J. — A stray dog discovered roaming near Route 561 and Burnt Mill Road in Cherry Hill Township has been turned over to the Voorhees Police Department, according to a social…

Pets and Animals

Police car at the scene of a criminal related incident

Woman struck and killed by car in Hazlet

HAZLET, N.J. — Authorities are investigating a fatal motor vehicle collision that claimed the life of a female pedestrian Sunday night at the intersection of State Highway 36 and Union Avenue. Hazlet…

Monmouth County News·New Jersey News

Has BLM Lost its Ability to Spark Civil Unrest and Riots in Wake of Daniel Penny Acquittal?

NEW YORK, N.Y. — Black Lives Matter organizers called for protests across New York City following the acquittal of Daniel Penny, the Marine veteran charged in the death of Jordan Neely on…

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New Jersey Corrections Officer from Brick Pleads Guilty to Assault

New Jersey Corrections Officer Pleads Guilty to Assault **Trenton, NJ** — A New Jersey Department of Corrections police officer has pleaded guilty to aggravated assault after an incident at the Adult Diagnostic…