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…
State Farm notifies New Jersey policyholders of potential 147 percent rate hike
TRENTON, N.J. — State Farm Insurance has notified policyholders in New Jersey of a potential overall rate increase of up to 147% for its Personal Liability Umbrella Program, according to a formal…
Sen. Andy Kim backs Kids Online Safety Act, citing rising mental health risks for youth
TRENTON, N.J. — U.S. Senator Andy Kim (D-NJ) expressed strong support for the Kids Online Safety Act in a letter to constituents this week, emphasizing the urgent need to increase protections for…
Tens of thousands exposed to measles at New Jersey concert, health officials warn
TRENTON, N.J. — The New Jersey Department of Health (NJDOH) is warning residents of possible exposure to measles after an out-of-state individual who later tested positive for the virus attended Shakira’s sold-out…
Congress introduces resolution to expel New Jersey Congresswoman who stormed ICE facility and assaulted agents
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Representative Nancy Mace (R-SC) filed a resolution Thursday to expel Rep. LaMonica McIver (D-NJ) from Congress following an alleged physical assault on federal officers during an incident at…
Walmart to lay off 1,500 people, including 500 in New Jersey
HOBOKEN, NJ — Walmart is cutting approximately 1,500 jobs from its Global Tech division as part of a corporate restructuring effort aimed at streamlining operations and improving decision-making, the company confirmed Wednesday.…
Many New Jersey Amazon shoppers could be entitled to refund as company fixes refund error
TRENTON, NJ — Hey, New Jerseyans, you better double check your Amazon statements, because it looks like the online retail giant has shortchanged some of its customers who returned items and demanded…
“Soup Kitchen” Operating Out of Ocean County Library Has Lease Extended in Final Hour
Since publishing this article, Ocean County has renewed the lease for another month: TOMS RIVER, NJ — The Jon Bon Jovi Soul Kitchen pop-up restaurant, which is being labeled a soup kitchen…
One Republican Candidate for New Jersey Governor Bragged About Making Money from Big Wind
Hot mic catches NJ GOP candidate Bill Spadea joking about wind ad money on his radio show TRENTON, NJ – Republican gubernatorial candidate Bill Spadea was caught on a hot mic discussing…
Seaside Mayor to Parents: We’re Not Your Babysitter, as borough blocks TikTok pop up party scheduled for weekend
SEASIDE HEIGHTS, NJ — As Memorial Day weekend approaches, marking the unofficial start of summer along the Jersey Shore, Seaside Heights is gearing up to maintain order following years of rowdy behavior…
Toms River man pleads guilty to distributing child sexual abuse material
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A Toms River man has pleaded guilty to distributing child sexual abuse material and faces a potential decade in state prison, Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer announced.…
Wyckoff Avenue closed southbound for emergency water work until 3 p.m.
WYCKOFF, N.J. — Ridgewood Water has announced an emergency southbound closure of Wyckoff Avenue at Franklin Avenue due to utility work, with the closure expected to last until approximately 3 p.m. today.…
Stafford Township swears in new police officer
STAFFORD TOWNSHIP, N.J. — The Stafford Township Police Department welcomed Nicholas Fabrizzio to its ranks this week, officially swearing him in as a full-time patrolman. Fabrizzio, 22, is a lifelong resident of…
New Jersey man arrested in Florida for plot to kill Governor Phil Murphy
FREEPORT, Fla. — A New Jersey fugitive wanted for making terroristic threats against Governor Phil Murphy was arrested Sunday in Walton County, Florida, according to the Walton County Sheriff’s Office. Russ Semeran,…
Dashcam captures moment dump truck slams into South Jersey home
WOODBURY HEIGHTS, N.J. — Emergency crews responded to a chaotic scene Tuesday afternoon after a dump truck veered off the road and slammed into a house in Gloucester County, trapping the driver…
Ocean County College moves graduation ceremony indoors, families not allowed
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Ocean County College’s 58th Commencement Ceremony has been moved indoors and restricted to graduates only, forcing families to watch the event via livestream due to forecasted rain. Originally…
Police standoff at senior community captured on camera
BERKELEY, N.J. — A tense standoff unfolded overnight in the Holiday City Berkeley senior community as police surrounded a home and eventually took a man into custody after he exited with his…
Migrant wanted in Columbia arrested in Newark
NEWARK, N.J. — A Colombian national with an outstanding criminal warrant in his home country was arrested by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement earlier this month, ICE officials announced Monday. Ludwin Quintero-Rojas,…
Bronx shooting leaves one dead, two suspects arrested on murder charges
BRONX, N.Y. — A 35-year-old man was fatally shot and another injured in a Bronx shooting that led to the arrest of two suspects on Monday, according to the NYPD. Officers responded…
Spadea starts final GOP debate for NJ governor swinging at President Trump
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — New Jersey Republican gubernatorial candidate Bill Spadea opened the final primary debate by criticizing President Donald Trump for endorsing his opponent, Jack Ciattarelli, calling the move misguided and…
John Bramnick denounces ‘hateful rhetoric’ from President Trump, Spadea, calls for civility in GOP
WESTFIELD, N.J. — State Senator John Bramnick sharply criticized Republican gubernatorial candidate Bill Spadea, the far-right and the Trump administration on Tuesday, denouncing what he called a “rhetoric of hate” coming from…