Report: Measles Outbreak Traced to Disney Parks in California
Seven Californians and two people in Utah have confirmed cases of measles likely contracted on trips last month to Disney theme parks in California, officials said.…
Gunman wanted after livery cab driver shot in the face during Brooklyn robbery
Police say suspect demanded cash and vehicle keys before opening fire BROOKLYN, NY — A 21-year-old livery cab driver was shot in the face during an early morning robbery in Brooklyn after…
Masked Men Wanted for Copper Theft That Sparked Fire at Electric Substation
HARTWICK, N.Y. – New York State Police are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying two individuals who allegedly broke into an Otsego Electric Cooperative substation in Hartwick early Thursday, stealing copper…
Island Beach State Park Charging $3 Walk-In Fee for Boaters Arriving From Barnegat Bay
Seaside Park, NJ — Visitors arriving at Island Beach State Park by boat from Tices Shoal and Barnegat Bay are now required to pay a $3 cash-only entrance fee, according to New…
Canadian Wildfire Triggers Code Red Air Quality Alert in New Jersey: Officials Warn Everyone Is at Risk
Trenton, NJ – Smoke from hundreds of active wildfires burning across Canada continues to blanket New Jersey in unhealthy air, prompting the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) to declare an…
From Buttzville to Bargaintown: The Stories Behind New Jersey’s Weirdest Place Names
New Jersey – Every state has a few oddly named towns, but New Jersey may have one of the strangest collections in America. While some names make visitors laugh, many trace their…
Jackson Council Abruptly Adjourns Meeting After Residents Press Officials on Open Space Spending
Jackson Township, NJ – A contentious Jackson Township Council meeting came to an abrupt end Tuesday after residents sharply questioned elected officials about hundreds of thousands of dollars in proposed Open Space…
Toms River Summer Concert Series and Fireworks Continues Tuesday with Garden State Radio at Shelter Cove
Toms River, NJ – The Township of Toms River’s popular Summer Concert Series continues Tuesday evening as Garden State Radio takes the stage at Shelter Cove Beach, following one of the biggest…
Little Steven’s MonmouthNJ 250 Concert Postponed Due to Dangerous Heat
Officials postponed Friday’s free MonmouthNJ 250 concert featuring Little Steven and the Disciples of Soul as heat index values are expected to reach up to 110 degrees over the holiday weekend. Freehold,…
Baltimore police crack down on illegal dirt bikes with 10 seizures and multiple arrests
A weekend enforcement operation also recovered a stolen vehicle and led to dozens of traffic citations as officers targeted illegal street activity. BALTIMORE, Md. — Baltimore police seized 10 dirt bikes and…
Five $100K lottery wins ignite massive winning week across New Jersey
Twelve winning tickets worth at least $10,000 were sold across the Garden State in just seven days. TRENTON, N.J. — Five $100,000 lottery prizes highlighted a week of big wins across New…
Jersey City Eyeing $120M State Aid Package as Mayor Declares No More Park Maintenance
Jersey City has eliminated daily maintenance at seven parks and ended its composting program as officials scramble to close a massive budget shortfall while lawmakers weigh a controversial state financial aid package.…
NYC Public Pool Rules Require Swimsuits Despite Mayor Mamdani’s Suit Splash Stunt
New York City’s public pools require proper swimwear, and officials say street clothes—including business suits—are not permitted for regular swimmers. New York, NY – As New York City’s free outdoor pools welcome…
New Jersey reminds boaters fireworks are illegal on the water
State police are reminding boaters that fireworks are illegal on New Jersey waterways without a valid permit and can create serious safety hazards. TRENTON, N.J. — As the summer boating season ramps…
Jackson Meeting Shuts Down Abruptly As Resident Challenges Millions in Open Space Spending, But Not On Open Spaces
A Jackson Township Council meeting ended immediately after a resident questioned millions of dollars in Open Space Trust Fund spending on playgrounds, synthetic turf projects, and debt financing, prompting renewed calls for…
Ocean County Fireworks Guide 2026: Where to Watch America’s 250th July 4th Celebrations
From Seaside Heights and Point Pleasant Beach to Toms River and Long Beach Island, dozens of fireworks displays are scheduled across Ocean County over the next three weeks. Ocean County residents and…
Free Concert and Fireworks Return to Toms River Waterfront Tonight at Shelter Cove
Mayor Daniel Rodrick and the Toms River Recreation Department are inviting residents to kick off summer with a free waterfront concert and fireworks display at Shelter Cove Beach. TOMS RIVER, N.J. —…
Jersey City Needs a $120 Million Bailout and Former Phil Murphy Aide Wants You to Pay For it
Assemblywoman Katie Brennan says Jersey City needs $120 million from Trenton to help close a massive budget deficit as city officials confront rising costs, depleted reserves, and the prospect of significant tax…
Mexican Woman Deported After Allegedly Trying to Transfer Newborn to Another Individual to Repay Smuggling Debt
Federal authorities say a Mexican national who illegally entered the United States multiple times was deported after allegedly attempting to give her newborn baby to another woman as payment for a debt…
Mantua Man Pleads Guilty to Aggravated Sexual Assault of Minor, Faces 10-Year Prison Term
A Mantua Township man admitted in court to sexually assaulting a minor and is expected to receive a 10-year state prison sentence under a plea agreement, prosecutors said. Michael Brown, 46, of…
