Toms River GOP Club Leader, Police Dept. Employee Arrested on Assault Charge, Held in Ocean County Jail

Toms River, NJ — A local Republican club leader is being held without bail after authorities charged him with assault in Ocean County, according to jail records filed Monday. Michael Anthony Mailot,…

Heavy highway traffic near Jackson, New Jersey, with a large green exit sign reading 'Next Exit JACKSON' over multiple lanes.

Jackson Township Growth Surge Could Triple Population to 200,000, Reshaping All of Ocean County

Jackson, NJ — A quiet Ocean County township known for suburban neighborhoods and open land could see its population triple from about 65,000 to nearly 200,000 residents within the next decade, according…

New Jersey to pay millions while NYC gets the spotlight during ‘New York’ World Cup

NJ Taxpayers Fund $60M World Cup Costs at MetLife While NYC Branding Dominates Spotlight Trenton, NJ — New Jersey is committing more than $60 million in public spending to host 2026 World…

Judge Denies New York Woman’s Emergency Cash Request in Dutchess County Dispute

White Plains, NY — A federal judge has denied an emergency request from a Dutchess County woman seeking sweeping financial assistance to relocate and secure her safety, ruling the case is too…

Federal Judge Denies Man’s Bid to Force IRS Action on FOIA Requests in New Jersey Case

Newark, NJ — A federal judge has denied a New Jersey man’s attempt to force the Internal Revenue Service to preserve and produce records tied to his ongoing tax dispute, ruling that…

Oh The Irony: Obama Museum Requires ID to Enter as Some Claim Exhibit is Overpriced

CHICAGO, Ill. — Admission to the Obama Presidential Center’s museum is expected to cost around $25 to $30 for adults, with reduced pricing for children, placing it in line with major U.S.…

Gov. Mikie Sherrill Hits 45% Approval After 100 Days, Trailing Murphy’s Early Ratings in New Jersey

NEW BRUNSWICK, N.J. — Gov. Mikie Sherrill enters the end of her first 100 days in office with a 45% approval rating, trailing the early benchmark set by former Gov. Phil Murphy,…

Philadelphia DA backs bill to end mandatory life sentences after court ruling

Philadelphia, PA – A shift in Pennsylvania’s sentencing landscape is underway as District Attorney Larry Krasner joined community and religious leaders Thursday to support new legislation that would eliminate mandatory life sentences…

GOP Slams New Jersey’s World Cup Fiasco, Warn Fans Face High Transit Fares and Limited Economic Gain

TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey Republicans are escalating criticism of the state’s role in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, arguing taxpayers are footing tens of millions in costs while early signs point…

NJ Poll Finds 75% Rate State Economy Negatively as Affordability Frustration Deepens

NEW BRUNSWICK, N.J. — Three out of four New Jersey residents now rate the state’s economy negatively, with frustration over rising costs and affordability driving growing dissatisfaction, according to a new Rutgers-Eagleton…

Camp Hill shopper lands $135,926 lottery windfall

Cumberland County ticket surges past $135K in Fast Play jackpot win Middletown, PA — A Fast Play ticket printed on demand at a Cumberland County retailer delivered a jackpot worth more than…

Over 1 Million on Federal Benefits Unable to Prove Citizenship, New Jersey Lawmaker Says

TRENTON, N.J. — A New Jersey lawmaker is sounding the alarm over what she describes as widespread failures in verifying citizenship, enforcing work requirements, and confirming eligibility for taxpayer-funded benefits, arguing that…

Akron ticket reveals $1.2M shock after second look

Sparrow surprise leads Akron man to $1.2M lottery windfall Akron, OH — A lunchtime encounter with a small bird turned into a $1.2M lottery payout for an Akron man who later uncovered…

Lehigh County store sells $2.5M scratch-off jackpot ticket

Lucky scratcher lands $2.5M at local GIANT store Middletown, PA — A routine scratch-off purchase in Lehigh County turned into a $2.5M payday after a winning ticket was sold at a GIANT…

Older man in a navy jacket with red glasses, text 'Governor Phil Murphy,' embracing a woman against a red brick wall.

NJ Lawmakers Demand FIFA Cost Hearings as Tammy Murphy’s Chairwoman Role Draws Scrutiny Over MetLife Plans

Trenton, NJ — New Jersey lawmakers on Thursday demanded urgent budget hearings into the 2026 FIFA World Cup after raising new concerns about taxpayer exposure, steep transit costs, and the leadership role…

$60 million ticket sold at local Ohio shop finally claimed

$60 million Mega Millions ticket claimed months after Van Wert sale Van Wert, OH — A Mega Millions jackpot ticket that sparked attention across a northwest Ohio community has now been claimed,…

Winning ticket sold at local Ohio shop leads to six figure payout

Ohio Pick 5 jackpot claimed by trust after winning ticket sold in Garfield Heights Garfield Heights, OH — A lottery ticket sold at a local beverage store has resulted in a six-figure…

$5 million scratch off prize claimed after ticket sold at Clyde Eagles

$5 million scratch-off prize claimed by trust after ticket sold in Clyde Clyde, OH — A top-prize Ohio Lottery scratch-off ticket sold at a local Eagles club has now been claimed, with…

Passenger train at a stadium platform as fans walk toward the entrance for the FIFA World Cup 2026.

New Jersey spends $20M to promote World Cup while ‘NY–NJ’ branding sparks political firestorm

TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey is committing $20 million to promote itself during the 2026 FIFA World Cup even as the event is branded globally as “New York–New Jersey,” a tension that…

The House of Assembly chamber from the balcony inside the historic New York State Capitol building at State Street and Washington Avenue in Albany, New York

New York lawmakers continue budget fight over housing and migrant funding

Albany, NY – New York lawmakers blew past a key April budget deadline again this year, with a roughly $237 billion spending plan stalled over disputes on housing policy and billions in…

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