Remembering New Jersey’s Underground Rock Mecca, City Gardens
In the annals of American music and cultural history, City Gardens in Trenton, New Jersey, holds a unique and enduring place. From its humble beginnings as a simple club in the late…
New Jersey legal group that fought for transgender name change services gets $108 million federal grant
EDISON, N.J. — Legal Services of New Jersey (LSNJ) has received nearly $108 million in federal grants, bolstering its efforts to provide free legal assistance to low-income residents, including a program helping…
NJ Conservation Foundation secures $16M in grants amid offshore wind push
TRENTON, N.J. — The New Jersey Conservation Foundation has received $16 million in grants as it continues to support the state’s clean energy initiatives, including efforts to advance offshore wind energy. The…
Celebrating National Pizza Day: Toms River’s Top Pizzerias You Need to Try
In honor of National Pizza Day, there’s no better time to explore the best pizza spots in Toms River, New Jersey. Whether you crave a classic New York slice, a thick Sicilian…
Study finds Black applicants in New Jersey denied gun permits at significantly higher rates than whites
TRENTON, N.J. — Black residents in New Jersey were denied firearm permits at disproportionately higher rates than white applicants, according to a study by the advocacy group Rise Against Hate. The study,…
New Jersey church with ties to Phil Murphy received $18 million in federal funding to shelter migrants
HIGHLAND PARK, N.J. — A New Jersey church that received $18 million in federal aid to resettle migrants is now struggling after its funding was cut off, leaving its programs in crisis.…
New Jersey sees two-week break from seismic activity after recent tremors
TRENTON, N.J. – New Jersey has gone two weeks without an earthquake, marking a brief pause in the state’s frequent minor seismic activity. The last recorded earthquake in the state occurred two…
Teachers’ ‘Gulf of America’ shirts spark controversy at New Jersey high school
BELLEVILLE, N.J. — A group of teachers at Belleville High School has drawn criticism for wearing “Gulf of America” T-shirts, a reference to a past executive order from former President Donald Trump…
Winter storm to bring snow, sleet, and ice to New Jersey today, here’s how much
TRENTON, N.J. — A winter storm is set to impact portions of New Jersey and eastern Pennsylvania this weekend, bringing snow, sleet, and freezing rain. The National Weather Service has issued a…
Migrant Sex Offender Faces Uncertain Future As Ocean County Reverses Stance on Immigrant Detainers
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — An illegal immigrant held in Ocean County Jail faces an uncertain future after county commissioners announced they will no longer comply with a directive from Gov. Phil Murphy…
Man Held on Detainer After Giving Cops Bad Information
OCEAN COUNTY, N.J. — A man was taken into custody in Ocean County on Friday and is being held on multiple charges, including obstruction of justice and providing false information to law…
Amtrak Back on Track As Remote Work and DEI Programs Come to End
NEW YORK — A sweeping change will impact Amtrak customers and workers starting in March as the federally funded company is ditching DEI and forcing its employees back into the office. Amtrak…
TSA Announces No Trans Pat-Down Policy as Agency Transitions to New Trump Order
NEWARK, NJ — If you’re traveling into New Jersey or New York’s airports this weekend, you might notice something different. There will not be any transgendered employees physically patting down passengers, thanks…
Mystery surrounds disappearance of 35-year-old Newark woman
NEWARK, N.J. — Authorities are asking for the public’s help in locating 35-year-old Jessica Gonzalez, who was reported missing on Jan. 20, more than a month after her family last spoke with…
Fight to the Death: New Jersey attorney general seeks court order to stop Trump wasteful funding freezes
TRENTON, N.J. – New Jersey Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin, along with 22 other state attorneys general, has filed a motion for a preliminary injunction to prevent the Trump administration from withholding…
New Jersey Suing to Stop DOGE from Cutting Waste in the Federal Government
TRENTON, N.J. – New Jersey Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin has joined 18 other state attorneys general in filing a lawsuit against the Trump administration, challenging a policy granting Elon Musk and…
How Volunteers use Toms River Fire Department experience to launch careers in emergency services
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — While volunteer firefighting is unpaid, many who serve at the Toms River Fire Department have used the experience to launch careers in emergency services. Some professions, like emergency…
Englewood man arrested for attempted murder, weapon offenses
ENGLEWOOD, N.J. — A 61-year-old Englewood man has been arrested and charged with attempted murder and multiple weapon offenses after allegedly firing a gun inside a residence, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella…
Three Ocean County men charged in narcotics investigation
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Three Ocean County men have been charged with multiple drug offenses following a three-month investigation into narcotics distribution, Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer announced Tuesday. Detectives from…
Former Clark mayor sentenced for abusing town resources, forging documents
TRENTON, N.J. — Former Clark Township Mayor Salvatore Bonaccorso has been sentenced to probation and fined $15,000 after pleading guilty to abusing municipal resources for his private business and submitting fraudulent permit…
Lodi man charged with murder, dumping body in Hudson River
HOBOKEN, N.J. — A Lodi man has been charged with murder following a fatal shooting near the Hoboken waterfront, Hudson County Prosecutor Esther Suarez announced Friday. After receiving multiple tips, authorities launched…