Rep. Mikie Sherrill sold hundreds of thousands of dollars in stocks prior to crash earlier this year
WASHINGTON — Rep. Mikie Sherrill sold up to $500,000 in UBS stock just 30 days before the Swiss banking giant’s shares tumbled on concerns over stricter capital requirements, according to financial disclosures…
Drug Dealer Pleads Guilty to Manslaughter After Overdose Death at Toms River Motel
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A Browns Mills man has pleaded guilty to manslaughter in connection with the 2019 drug-related death of a 29-year-old man at a Toms River motel, authorities said. William…
Local Scammer Bilked Man Out of $200,000 in Investment Funds
MANCHESTER TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A Manchester Township man has been charged with theft by deception after allegedly misusing more than $200,000 entrusted to him for investment purposes, authorities said. James Hankins, Jr.,…
Phil Murphy Touts Educational Success As Dozens of Districts Forced to Close Schools, Fire Teachers
Governor Phil Murphy took to the podium this week to once again champion his administration’s record on public education, calling it “best-in-the-nation” and a cornerstone of New Jersey’s future. In a statement…
English to be the official language of United States and how it affects New Jersey
President Donald Trump is expected to sign a groundbreaking executive order today, officially designating English as the official language of the United States and requiring all federal agencies to provide documentation and…
Today is Reckoning Day as New Jersey Defies Trump’s Deadline to End DEI and Transgender Sports Policies in Schools
TRENTON, NJ – Today marks the deadline set by President Donald Trump for schools and universities across America to eliminate Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs and policies allowing transgender athletes to…
Do You Know Her? Fugitive Armed With Broom Sought by Cops for Road Rage in Baltimore
BALTIMORE, M.D. — Detectives are sweeping the area in search of a woman involved in a violent road rage incident this week. Police are asking for the public’s help in identifying a…
No Happy Ending for Soon Bang, Arrested in New Jersey for Prostitution at Massage Parlor
DENVILLE, N.J. — The operator of a Route 10 massage business and another individual have been arrested following an investigation into alleged prostitution and money laundering, authorities said. Soon Y. Bang, 63,…
Watch: Kingda Ka Demolished: World’s Tallest Roller Coaster Falls in Quiet Farewell at Six Flags Great Adventure
Jackson Township, NJ – Before the sun had fully risen over New Jersey this morning, the iconic Kingda Ka roller coaster at Six Flags Great Adventure met its end. At approximately 7:00…
Kingda Ka’s reign comes to an explosive end as Six Flags prepares for historic implosion
JACKSON, NJ – The towering green giant that has ruled the skyline of Six Flags Great Adventure for nearly two decades is about to take its final bow—Kingda Ka, once the tallest…
Jackson Man Charged for Stabbing, Murdering 74-Year-Old Roomate
JACKSON TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A Jackson Township man has been indicted on murder and weapons charges in connection with the fatal stabbing of his 74-year-old roommate, prosecutors said. An Ocean County grand…
GOP Candidate for Governor Promises to End Phil Murphy’s ‘Deranged Left-Wing Political Agenda’
ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS, N.J. — Republican gubernatorial candidate Mayor Mario Kranjac has pledged to dismantle Governor Phil Murphy’s proposed budget, calling it “radical” and “anti-taxpayer.” Kranjac, a vocal supporter of President Donald Trump,…
Weird New Jersey: Salamander Migration Forces Closure of New Jersey Roads
EAST BRUNSWICK, N.J. — The annual salamander migration is set to begin tonight, prompting overnight road closures on Beekman Road in East Brunswick and White Pine Road in South Brunswick, officials said.…
Newark Woman Blamed Porch Pirate After Stealing Her Own Packages, Now She’s Facing Charges
NEWARK, N.J. — A Newark woman has been arrested after allegedly fabricating a package theft in an attempt to receive a refund, authorities said. Joy Rodriguez, 45, reported to Newark Police that…
Beginner’s Luck! Maryland man wins $100,000 on first-ever scratch-off ticket
BALTIMORE, Md. – A Baltimore man who rarely plays the lottery struck gold with his first-ever scratch-off ticket, winning a $100,000 top prize on the Maryland Lottery’s $100,000 Crossword 8th Edition game.…
New Jersey Pastor Arrested on Sexual Assault Charges Involving Teen
TRENTON, N.J. – Authorities announced Wednesday the arrest of a local pastor on serious charges stemming from the alleged sexual assault of a 16-year-old. Charles B. Brinson, 64, faces multiple counts of…
New Jersey Lawmakers Move to Impeach Phil Murphy’s Far-Left Attorney General Matt Platkin
TRENTON, N.J. – New Jersey Attorney General Matthew Platkin is facing an impeachment effort led by state Assembly Republicans, who accuse him of overstepping his authority and failing to perform his duties.…
48 indicted in New Jersey cockfighting ring bust
MAYS LANDING, N.J. – A grand jury in Atlantic County indicted 48 individuals Wednesday in connection with an illegal cockfighting operation, authorities said. An investigation led by Det. Mark Kienzle of the…
Virginia “Ginny” Haines Announces Retirement from Ocean County Politics at 78
TOMS RIVER, NJ – February 27, 2025 – Ocean County Commissioner Virginia “Ginny” Haines, a prominent figure in New Jersey politics for over four decades, has announced she will not seek re-election…
Four plead guilty in connection to 2020 shooting of New Jersey State Police detective
SALEM, N.J. – Four defendants have pleaded guilty in connection with events surrounding the 2020 shooting of a New Jersey State Police detective at a Salem County mobile home park, Attorney General…
Trenton man charged for killing 26-Year-Old Plainsboro woman
PLAINSBORO, N.J. – A Trenton man has been charged with murder in connection with the death of a Plainsboro woman who was reported missing last month, authorities announced Thursday. Victoria Lee, 26,…