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…
Illegal Migrant Arrested for Traffic Violation in Ocean County Has Outstanding ICE Deportation Detainer
TOMS RIVER, NJ — Jesus Juarez Salmoran, a 35-year-old Hispanic male, is currently incarcerated in Ocean County following his arrest on December 23. He faces charges of hindering his own prosecution and…
Jose Romero Quinteros, 53, Charged for Wrong Way Fatal Crash in Brick Township
BRICK TOWNSHIP, N.J. — Authorities have identified Anne Rasmussen, 58, of Whiting, as the victim in a fatal head-on collision that occurred early Friday morning on Route 70 near the Lowe’s home…
Power outage leaves 2,000 in Toms River in the dark, restoration underway
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Nearly 2,000 residents in Toms River remained without power Saturday as utility crews worked to assess the cause of the outage that struck earlier in the day. According…
Thick fog and showers to create hazardous driving conditions in New Jersey overnight
TRENTON, NJ — Drivers in New Jersey are advised to exercise caution overnight and into Sunday as patches of thick fog and periods of rain are expected to reduce visibility and create…
Guinness World Record holder, New Jersey’s Kingda Ka, world’s tallest roller coaster to be demolished
JACKSON, N.J. — If you were excited to hear news about a re-envisioned Kingda Ka rollercoaster making a debut in the future at Six Flags Great Adventure, you’re about to be disappointed.…
Pitbull in Barnegat awaits adoption as shelter spotlights Carson
BARNEGAT, N.J. — The Southern Ocean County Animal Shelter is highlighting Carson, a 6-year-old pit bull, as he waits for a forever home after the holidays. Carson, described as having a shiny…
Elderly man found burned, in serious condition, inside NYC’s Penn Station
NEW YORK, NY — A man was discovered with burn injuries at Penn Station on Friday night, prompting a swift response from emergency services. The man, initially identified as 56 but later…
Cherry Hill’s K-9 Mai retires after decade of service
CHERRY HILL, NJ — K-9 Mai, a decorated member of the Cherry Hill Police Department, is retiring at the end of the year following 10 years of dedicated service alongside her handler,…
One dead, one critically injured in wrong-way crash on Route 70 in Brick Township
BRICK TOWNSHIP, NJ — A head-on collision involving a wrong-way driver on Route 70 early Friday morning left a woman dead and a man in critical condition, according to Ocean County Prosecutor…
Deal Police deliver donations to Tinton Falls Humane Society after successful holiday fundraiser
DEAL, NJ — The Deal Police Department delivered multiple truckloads of food, supplies, and donations to the Tinton Falls Associated Humane Society on Thursday, following their annual “Howl-Iday” fundraiser. The department announced…
Woman Who Beat Nurse Because She Was White, Wanted for Prior Carjacking
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A 26-year-old woman arrested on Christmas Eve for allegedly punching a hospital nurse over racial bias was also wanted in connection with a carjacking incident from November 2023, authorities…
Freezing Rain Possible Overnight Across New Jersey – Severe Weather Warning Issued
The National Weather Service has issued a Special Weather Statement regarding the potential for spotty icing overnight in areas of New Jersey and southeastern Pennsylvania. Temperatures have fallen below freezing in some…
Fire at Bryant Park Christmas Village in New York City
NEW YORK — A fire broke out Friday morning at the Bryant Park Christmas Village, temporarily disrupting the annual holiday market in Midtown Manhattan. No injuries were reported, but several vendor stalls…
Quick response by South Jersey cop leads to quick evacuation residents in early morning fire
GLOUCESTER TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A Gloucester Township police officer on routine patrol early Friday morning discovered a fire engulfing two townhome units and several vehicles, prompting a swift response that ensured the…
Kamala Harris reflects on celebrating Kwanzaa as a child
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Vice President Kamala Harris on Monday shared memories of celebrating Kwanzaa during her childhood, recounting family gatherings and reflections on the holiday’s seven principles, including her favorite, self-determination. The…
Former New Jersey Man, Cop, Killed on Duty by Perp in North Carolina
BEACH HAVEN, NJ — Police Officer Michael T. Horan, 44, was shot and killed Saturday morning while responding to a report of a man with a firearm at the Food Lion on…
Princeton University to offer spring course on global sex work, strippers, and ‘whore stigma’
PRINCETON, N.J. — Princeton University’s Gender and Sexuality Studies (GSS) program will offer a controversial new course this spring titled “Power, Profit and Pleasure: Sex Workers and Sex Work,” exploring the complexities…
Lacey GOP Leaders in Heart of Spadea Country Endorse Ciattarelli for Governor
LACEY TOWNSHIP, N.J. — Mayor Peggy Sue Juliano and the entire Township Committee have endorsed Jack Ciattarelli in his campaign for New Jersey governor, highlighting his leadership and plans to address issues…
Ciattarelli rejects cash donation from Christie ally and fellow never Trumper Palatucci
TRENTON, N.J. — Republican gubernatorial candidate Jack Ciattarelli is returning a $500 campaign contribution from Bill Palatucci, a Republican National Committeeman closely aligned with former Gov. Chris Christie, distancing himself from the…
Christmas Eve stabbing spree at Grand Central leaves victims stranded without help as Penny Effect takes hold
NEW YORK — If you ride the New York City subway system, don’t expect anyone to help you if you’re getting attacked. They’re calling it the “Penny Effect,” where once-ready bystanders who…