TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A motor vehicle accident at Ocean County College early Monday morning required a medical evacuation due to the severity of the incident, officials said. Emergency responders…
WEST LONG BRANCH, N.J. — A West Long Branch police officer pulled an 11-year-old boy from an icy lake Tuesday afternoon after the child fell through the ice at Franklin…
TRENTON, N.J. — Beginning February 1, 2025, the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission (NJMVC) will require all permit holders under the age of 21 to complete at least 50 hours…
MIDDLETOWN, N.J. — A spokesperson for New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy said Monday that the governor is not harboring an undocumented immigrant in his home, despite Murphy previously daring federal…
PHILADELPHIA — Three people were shot Tuesday evening in the city’s 25th District, including two teenage girls, police said. Officers responded to the 2800 block of Reese Street around 7:38…
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — The Toms River Recreation Department is hosting a hands-on cooking class for children in grades K-3 on Wednesday, February 12, from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.…
TEANECK, N.J. — A Bergenfield man has been arrested in connection with a hit-and-run that left a 17-year-old girl seriously injured in Teaneck, prosecutors announced Monday. Elvis E. Sunder, 37,…
NEWARK, N.J. — Authorities are asking for the public’s help in locating Nakita Williams, a 36-year-old Newark woman who was reported missing on Monday, January 27. Williams was last seen…
Atlantic City Police Department Probes Hit-and-Run Incident
**Atlantic City, NJ** – The Atlantic City Police Department is investigating a motor vehicle accident after the vehicle’s occupants fled before police arrived.
On Saturday, at 2:25 AM, officers from Atlantic City and the Egg Harbor Township Police Department responded to a call regarding an overturned vehicle and a downed electrical pole near mile marker 62 on US Route 40.
A witness reported seeing a Gray Volkswagen Jetta leave the roadway, strike an electrical pole, and overturn. Two occupants exited the damaged car, entered another vehicle that stopped for them, and fled the scene.
The collision’s impact caused a power outage and blocked the road for several hours. Atlantic City Electric was onsite to repair the damaged infrastructure. Anyone with information about the crash is urged to contact the Atlantic City Police Department Crash Investigations unit or text anonymously.
New Jersey Offers Post-Conviction Relief for Affected DWI Cases
**Trenton, NJ** – The New Jersey Office of the Attorney General announced that individuals who were arrested or convicted for Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) and provided breath samples on affected Alcotest instruments may qualify for post-conviction relief.
This announcement is in line with the State v. Zingis, 259 N.J. 1 (2024) decision, and follows the precedent set by the 2018 State v. Cassidy case. The related press release is available on the New Jersey Attorney General’s website.
Two documents are accessible to the public to assist in determining eligibility for relief. These include a spreadsheet listing every breath sample taken on affected devices from November 5, 2008, to April 9, 2016, and a database containing calibration records.
Those who believe they qualify for relief can file a petition under Court Rule 7:10-2 with the municipal court where they were convicted. Consultation with a private attorney or public defender is recommended to explore eligibility and necessary actions.
TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey gubernatorial candidate Jack Ciattarelli criticized Gov. Phil Murphy after the governor admitted to housing an undocumented immigrant and taunting federal authorities over enforcement actions. Ciattarelli…
Attorney General Warns Against Misleading Federal Employee Buyout Program
**TRENTON, NJ** – New Jersey Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin has joined a coalition of 11 attorneys general to caution federal employees about the Trump administration’s “deferred resignation” program. This program allegedly offers employees pay through September 30, 2025, if they resign by February 6.
On January 28, the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) notified federal employees via email about the program, promising continued payment and benefits, along with an exemption from in-person work requirements until September 30. A follow-up email on January 30 reiterated this offer, encouraging employees to seek more productive opportunities outside of government. OPM set a deadline of February 6 for employees to decide on the offer, warning that those who do not accept may risk losing their positions.
Federal employee unions, such as the American Federation of Government Employees and the National Federation of Federal Employees, have advised their members against accepting the offer. These unions released information cautioning that employees who accept may not be assured of the promised benefits.
The attorneys general from Arizona, California, Connecticut, Delaware, Hawaii, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, Vermont, and Washington joined
Two North Jersey Physicians Lose Licenses Over Misconduct Allegations
**Trenton, NJ** – The State Board of Medical Examiners has permanently revoked the licenses of Humberto T. Perez and Ahmad “Nazir” Kahf, two physicians from North Jersey, following charges of alleged sexual misconduct. The decision was announced by Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the Division of Consumer Affairs.
Perez, who practiced family medicine in Jersey City, faced charges including two counts of second-degree sexual assault for inappropriate conduct during medical exams in July. Perez agreed to the license revocation to address the administrative allegations while the charges are still pending with the Hudson County Prosecutor’s Office.
Kahf, a cardiologist in Haledon, had his license temporarily suspended in October 2023 after a woman recorded him allegedly committing fourth-degree criminal sexual contact during an office visit. In April, Kahf entered a pretrial intervention program, pausing his medical practice for the duration, with criminal charges to be dismissed upon successful completion.
Both physicians consented to the permanent revocation without admitting wrongdoing, barring them from future licensure and involvement in the medical practice in New Jersey. Deputy Attorney Generals from the Division of Law, under the Professional Boards
TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy has canceled the fourth round of offshore wind solicitations, dealing the wind energy industry a major blow. Now, an offshore wind energy…
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STRATHMERE, N.J. — A young grey seal pup found resting at the base of the dunes in Strathmere has become the first rescued grey seal of the season, according to…
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TRENTON, N.J. — A New Jersey law that eliminated gender-based requirements for political party committees has sharply declined female representation in local politics, with many communities now represented exclusively by…
PHILADELPHIA — A man was shot and killed by a Philadelphia police officer early Monday near Philadelphia International Airport following an altercation in which two attempts to subdue him with…
TRENTON, N.J. — Rep. Mikie Sherrill, a candidate for New Jersey governor, is calling on the Democratic National Committee (DNC) to commit at least $10 million to the state’s 2025…
STAFFORD, N.J. — A Forked River man was arrested earlier this month after allegedly shoplifting from a Stafford supermarket 43 times over a two-month span, authorities said. Stafford police took…
TRENTON, N.J. — A bill aimed at criminalizing the creation and distribution of deceptive digital content, commonly known as deepfakes, advanced unanimously in the New Jersey Senate Budget and Appropriations…
Today, expect a mix of sun and clouds with temperatures reaching a high of 52 degrees. Winds will be calm in the morning before shifting to the south at around…
NEW JERSEY — Monday morning commuters are facing delays across several major roadways due to crashes, disabled vehicles, and heavy traffic. A disabled truck is blocking the center lane on…
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