Jack Ciattarelli’s Opposition to Mikie Sherrill’s Forced LGBTQ School Curriculum Plan Sparks Outrage Among New Jersey Gay Rights Activists
Trenton, NJ – The battle for New Jersey’s governor’s office erupted this week after Democratic candidate Mikie Sherrill declared she would push LGBTQ curriculum in state schools without allowing parents to opt…
One New Jersey candidate refuses to back winning candidate in June GOP primary election
MORRISTOWN, N.J. — The New Jersey Republican gubernatorial primary debate on May 7 turned contentious as conservative radio host Bill Spadea declined to commit to supporting the party’s nominee if he loses…
Dave Portnoy Missed the Mark at Romeo’s Pizzeria in Freehold
Look, I’m a Jersey Shore pizza fanatic, and when Dave Portnoy rolls into town for one of his iconic One Bite reviews, I pay attention. The man’s got a knack for slicing…
Vatican white smoke reveals American as next pope
Chicago-born Cardinal Robert Prevost elected first American pope in historic Vatican vote VATICAN CITY — In a historic and unexpected decision, Cardinal Robert Prevost of Chicago has been elected pope, becoming the…
Toms River GOP Primary Could Have Big Impact on Downtown Twin Tower Apartments
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — The Mo Hill Team for Toms River, led by incumbent Councilmen James Quinlisk and David Ciccozzi, has kicked off its re-election campaign ahead of a heated Republican primary…
Lakewood parents charged with murder in death of 3-month-old daughter
LAKEWOOD, N.J. — A Lakewood couple has been charged with murder following the death of their three-month-old daughter, Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer announced Wednesday. Ruben Santiago, 36, and Caitlin Gibson,…
Murphy defends wind energy as Trump administration blocks federal approvals
TRENTON, N.J. — Governor Phil Murphy is vowing to keep New Jersey’s wind energy plans on course, despite a new federal directive from the Trump administration that has halted all approvals for…
GOP Candidate for Governor Says Newark Airport Problems Solved by Longer Shifts, Older Workers
Morristown, NJ – Bill Spadea, a former conservative radio host and Republican candidate for New Jersey governor, has proposed increasing air traffic controllers’ work hours to 12-hour shifts and raising their mandatory…
Bill Spadea Invokes Chris Christie, Calls for Pension Reform, Cuts for Public Unions
TRENTON, NJ – Shortly after invoking former New Jersey Governor Chris Christie as the model for public housing reform, Bill Spadea told New Jersey he would also follow in the former governor’s…
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.…
Watch: GOP candidate for New Jersey Governor calls for citizenship pathway for illegal migrants who have “Run Afoul” with the law
Republican gubernatorial candidate Bill Spadea publicly reaffirmed his long-standing support for a pathway to citizenship for undocumented immigrants during a Republican primary debate Wednesday night, aligning with moderate rival Jon Bramnick on…
Three migrants dead, including child, after smuggling boat capsizes off California coast
Five Mexican nationals have been charged in connection with a deadly human smuggling incident off the coast of San Diego that left at least three migrants dead, including a 14-year-old boy, and…
Brooklyn man arrested in Atlantic City shooting after multi-agency manhunt
A Brooklyn man has been arrested in connection with a shooting that took place in Atlantic City on Saturday, according to the Atlantic City Police Department. Edwin Biggs, 51, was taken into…
New Jersey man sentenced to six years for armed robbery in Port Jervis
Douglas Hill, 29, of Newton, New Jersey, was sentenced Wednesday to six years in prison for his role in a 2023 armed robbery in Port Jervis, according to Orange County District Attorney…
New Jersey sues Trump administration over suspended electric vehicle infrastructure funding
New Jersey Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin filed suit Tuesday against the Trump administration, challenging its decision to indefinitely halt the disbursement of federally approved funding for electric vehicle infrastructure. Platkin joined…
Traffic delays expected on Drum Point Road due to construction, police say
The Brick Township Police Department is advising drivers to expect traffic delays on Drum Point Road near Bayview Drive due to ongoing road construction. The advisory was issued Wednesday on the department’s…
Nationwide sweep rescues 115 children, nets 205 arrests in child exploitation crackdown
The Department of Justice announced the results of Operation Restore Justice on Tuesday, revealing that 115 children were rescued and 205 individuals were arrested in a nationwide law enforcement operation targeting child…
Police clash with pro-Palestinian protesters at Rutgers rally against Josh Gottheimer
Four people were arrested Tuesday after a pro-Palestinian protest at Rutgers University escalated during a student-organized demonstration against a speaker event hosted by Rutgers Hillel. The event, part of “Israel Week,” drew…
Ciattarelli vows to repeal immigrant trust directive and target sanctuary cities
Republican gubernatorial candidate Jack Ciattarelli has reaffirmed his commitment to reversing New Jersey’s Immigrant Trust Directive, pledging to repeal the policy on his first day in office if elected. The former State…
It doesn’t look like Phil Murphy can keep it together in his final months in office
As Governor Phil Murphy approaches the end of his term in January 2026, New Jersey feels like a ship springing leaks faster than his team can patch them. For years, he’s held…
Did Bill Spadea Sabotage Jack Ciattarelli in 2021 to Set His Own 2025 Gubernatorial Run?
The 2021 New Jersey gubernatorial election was a nail-biter, with Democratic incumbent Phil Murphy narrowly defeating Republican Jack Ciattarelli by a mere 3 percentage points. For many Republicans, the close loss was…