New York bill would expand property tax exemption for combat zone service members

Proposed legislation would allow municipalities to grant up to a 25% property tax exemption to eligible combat zone veterans and active-duty personnel. New York – State Sen. Jessica Scarcella-Spanton has introduced Senate…

Why many former residents end up moving back to New Jersey

From family ties to top-ranked schools and proximity to major cities, former residents say New Jersey’s advantages often become clearer after leaving. New Jersey, NJ – For years, headlines have focused on…

New Jersey’s most unique amusement park Diggerland announces 2026 opening date

The construction-themed amusement park in West Berlin will reopen March 14, with its water park set to follow in May. West Berlin, NJ – Diggerland USA will kick off its 2026 season…

New Jersey Monday Morning Commuter Traffic Report: Crashes and Delays Reported

Multiple major highways and Hudson River crossings experienced heavy delays during the rush hour, with two serious incidents slowing traffic statewide. NEWARK, NJ – Monday morning commuters across New Jersey faced significant…

New Rochelle man sentenced to 54 months in federal prison for $150,000 pandemic unemployment fraud

Prosecutors say the 30-year-old used stolen identities—including those of deceased individuals—to file fraudulent COVID-19 benefit claims across multiple states. ALBANY, NY – Federal prosecutors announced Friday that 30-year-old Aly Kaba of New…

Former City Council candidate’s lawsuit against NYC Campaign Finance Board dismissed

Victor Jordan alleged retaliation and constitutional violations over 2017 campaign dispute BROOKLYN, NY – A federal judge has dismissed a lawsuit filed by Victor Jordan, a former New York City Council candidate,…

Marco’s Pizza opens first New Jersey location in Somerset, bringing handcrafted pies and community spirit to Central Jersey

SOMERSET, NJ – New Jersey pizza lovers have a new reason to celebrate. Marco’s Pizza, one of the nation’s fastest-growing pizza brands, has officially opened its first Garden State location at 1135…

Johnnie Walker brings new “Black Cask” Scotch whisky experience to New Jersey

Scotch meets American whiskey in the brand’s newest permanent release, arriving in Garden State stores this spring NEWARK, NJ – Whisky lovers in New Jersey will soon be able to raise a…

‘Abolish ICE’ banner on zamboni during New Jersey pro hockey game intermission causes online stir

NEWARK, NJ – Newark has become the hotbed of the anti-ICE movement in New Jersey, home to one of the nation’s most notable migrant facilities, Delaney Hall, but last night, the city…

ICE deports Jamaican illegal alien convicted of murdering New York father of seven

WASHINGTON, DC – A convicted killer who entered the United States illegally from Jamaica was deported this month after serving more than a decade in prison for the 2009 murder of a…

USGS continues to monitor New Jersey’s increased earthquake spike since 2024 4.8 tremor

More than 200 small quakes recorded since a 4.8-magnitude event near Tewksbury raise questions about reactivated ancient faults. TEWKSBURY, NJ – New Jersey has entered a period of heightened seismic activity since…

Brooklyn money man accused of pocketing $852K in new Ponzi bombshell

Sheepshead Bay advisor accused of siphoning $852K from clients BROOKLYN, NY – A Brooklyn financial advisor is accused of stealing approximately $852,000 from five clients through promissory notes promising high returns, in…

Overnight snow slows Wednesday commute across New Jersey as speed restrictions and delays mount

TRENTON, NJ – A fresh round of snow blanketed much of New Jersey early Wednesday, creating slick roads, reduced visibility, and widespread travel delays across the state’s major highways, bridges, and tunnels.…

Lottery jackpot lands at Newburgh convenience store

Newburgh convenience store sells $25K TAKE 5 top prize winner NEWBURGH, NY – A single ticket sold in Newburgh matched all five numbers in the February 22 TAKE 5 Evening drawing, delivering…

Trump administration sues New Jersey over sanctuary state executive order restricting ICE cooperation with police

Federal lawsuit accuses Governor Mikie Sherrill of obstructing immigration enforcement through new executive order TRENTON, NJ – The Trump administration’s Department of Justice filed a lawsuit this week against Governor Mikie Sherrill…

Noon Update: New Jersey highway chaos continues as some ignore state emergency warnings

Trenton, NJ – A statewide emergency order failed to keep roads clear Monday morning as crashes, jackknifed tractor trailers, and downed wires clogged major highways across New Jersey, blocking ramps and shutting…

Overturned dump truck, Parkway crash slow Friday morning commute across New Jersey

TRENTON, NJ – Friday’s morning rush across New Jersey brought major traffic disruptions, with several serious incidents affecting key highways and a pair of full parking closures at New York’s JFK Airport.…

New Jersey is just three weeks away from a 7pm sunset

NEWARK, NJ – The countdown to longer evenings is officially on, as North Jersey inches closer to its first 7 p.m. sunset of the year. According to recent sunset time data from…

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New Jersey Moves to Ban Discrimination Against the Fat, Tall, and Short People of the Garden State

TRENTON, N.J. – The New Jersey Senate Labor Committee has approved a first-of-its-kind proposal that would make it illegal for employers, landlords, schools, and public facilities to discriminate against individuals because of…

New York man arrested for aiding suspect in Englewood murder escape

HACKENSACK, NJ – A New York man has been arrested for allegedly helping the suspect in a 2023 Englewood homicide flee the country, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced Tuesday. The suspect,…

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