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…
With offshore wind struggling, New Jersey Dems turn to tidal energy
TRENTON, N.J. — As offshore wind projects face mounting obstacles in New Jersey, state lawmakers are shifting their focus to a new renewable energy source: offshore tidal and wave energy. On Wednesday,…
New Jersey schools have a chronic absenteeism problem
TRENTON, N.J. — The New Jersey Senate Education Committee has advanced Senate Bill No. 3776, which would create a “Chronic Absenteeism Task Force” to study and address rising rates of absenteeism in…
New Jersey could soon have an official state nut
NEW BRUNSWICK, N.J. — A new bill in the state legislature would name an official state nut, if passed. New Jersey has entered the growing multi-billion-dollar global hazelnut industry, becoming the first…
Only in New Jersey: New Law Seeks to Stop Radical Politicians from Naming Public Property After Terrorists
TRENTON, N.J. — New legislation advanced in New Jersey would prohibit local governments from naming public property after groups or lands associated with federally designated foreign terrorist organizations. Under the bill, municipalities,…
ICE arrests convicted felon Juan Cruz-Gallegos after release by New York authorities
BUFFALO, N.Y. — Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers arrested Mexican national and convicted felon Juan Cruz-Gallegos on June 11 in Hudson, New York, after state authorities failed to return him to federal…
Dems in New Jersey pivot from offshore wind to roadside solar to meet Phil Murphy’s 2035 energy goal
TRENTON, N.J. — New legislation would amend New Jersey’s existing SREC-II solar energy incentive program to include solar projects located on roadside right-of-way areas. The bill directs the state Board of Public…
New Jersey to force new schools to have solar panels
TRENTON, N.J. — New legislation would require solar energy components to be included in certain school construction projects managed by the New Jersey Schools Development Authority (SDA). Under the bill, any new…
Trump supporters spoil No Kings protest at Ocean County Mall
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A scheduled No Kings protest at the Ocean County Mall was overtaken Saturday by by counter-protesters carrying Trump signs and American flags, turning the event into a largely…
Manchester officers honored for bravery at Ocean County 200 Club awards
MANCHESTER, N.J. — Several Manchester Township police officers were recognized this week for their heroism and dedication during the 2025 Valor, Life-Saving, and Meritorious Service Awards Ceremony hosted by the 200 Club…
Gov. Murphy ‘Horrified’ After Tim Walz Appointee Went on Politically Motivated Killing Spree in Minnesota
ST. PAUL, Minn. — Authorities have identified 57-year-old Vance Boelter as the suspect in the targeted shootings of Minnesota lawmakers Melissa Hortman and John Hoffman, according to sources confirmed by the Associated…
Tim Walz Appointed Suspected After Two Dead in Politically Motivated Double Murder, Shooting in Minnesota
Minneapolis, MN – Authorities have identified 57-year-old Vance Boelter as the suspect sought in connection with the shootings of Minnesota state lawmakers Melissa Hortman and John Hoffman, sources confirmed to the Associated…
Long Branch felon guilty of killing woman while eluding police
FREEHOLD, N.J. — A Monmouth County jury has found a Long Branch man guilty on 18 charges stemming from an armed home invasion and fatal car crash that killed a passenger during…
Rumors swirl: Bill Spadea may leave New Jersey after election loss for radio gig down south
TRENTON, N.J. — Bill Spadea, who suffered a decisive defeat in New Jersey’s recent gubernatorial primary, is reportedly considering leaving the state for a new opportunity in Tennessee, according to multiple sources…
New Jersey Democrat Congressman Invested Heavily in Global War Machine Ahead of Israeli Battle with Iran
WASHINGTON — Multiple U.S. politicians reportedly purchased defense stocks prior to Israel’s recent attack on Iran, including Congressman Josh Gottheimer, who traded shares of Raytheon (RTX), a major weapons manufacturer. Gottheimer, a…
Ciattarelli calls for Gov. Murphy to Uncuff Law Enforcement Ahead of Potentially Violent Statewide Protest
TRENTON, NJ — Republican candidate Jack Ciattarelli issued a public appeal Friday urging Governor Phil Murphy and Attorney General Matt Platkin to fully empower law enforcement ahead of a weekend of anti-law…
Gunfire on the beach leaves one dead at the Jersey Shore
LONG BRANCH, NJ — Authorities are investigating the shooting death of a man found Thursday night near the shoreline at Pier Village, according to Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago. At approximately…
Huerta-Arias sentenced to eight years in prison for deadly crash that killed Lakewood man
TOMS RIVER, NJ — Alejandro Huerta-Arias, 24, of Toms River, was sentenced Friday to eight years in New Jersey State Prison for vehicular homicide following a 2022 crash that killed Mark Mandel,…
Atlantic City man sentenced to 10 years for eluding and multiple burglary charges
TOMS RIVER, NJ — Andrew Williams, 45, of Atlantic City, was sentenced Thursday to ten years in New Jersey State Prison for eluding police, along with additional concurrent prison terms for multiple…
Senior Prank at New Jersey High School Ends with Closure and Criminal Investigation
SOUTH RIVER, NJ — South River Police are investigating an incident involving high school students who broke into South River High School and defaced school property outside of school hours on Thursday.…
Three Maryland U.S. AID Officials Plead Guilty $550 Million Contract Bribery Scheme
BALTIMORE, MD — Four men, including a contracting officer for the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and three business owners, have pleaded guilty to charges stemming from a decade-long bribery…