Barack Obama Visits Phil Murphy’s Riverfront Mansion to Raise Millions for Mikie Sherrill
RED BANK, N.J. — Former President Barack Obama returned to the campaign fundraising circuit Friday night, joining DNC Chair Ken Martin for a high-dollar Democratic fundraiser at New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy’s…
Jack Ciattarelli receives warm welcome at Newark Afrobeat Fest
Former New Jersey gubernatorial candidate Jack Ciattarelli attended the Afrobeat Fest in Newark, receiving a warm reception as he joined in the celebration of African culture and community on Saturday. Afrobeat Fest,…
Driver hits ICE protesters in North Bergen street clash, faces assault charges
A woman is facing multiple charges after she struck several demonstrators with her vehicle during a midday protest near the border of Hudson and Bergen counties, authorities said. The incident occurred around…
Driver killed after SUV crashes, overturns and bursts into flames in White Township
A 54-year-old woman died late Friday night after her SUV veered off the road, struck a rock and utility pole, and caught fire in White Township, according to New Jersey State Police.…
Major media outlets colluded to block opposing viewpoints during COVID pandemic, DOJ says
The U.S. Department of Justice filed a statement of interest Friday in a federal case accusing major media outlets of suppressing independent viewpoints related to the COVID-19 pandemic through alleged collusion with…
Tractor-trailer cab plunges off Delaware Memorial Bridge into river, driver’s body found
A tractor-trailer cab crashed through a barrier and plunged into the Delaware River early Friday from the southbound span of the Delaware Memorial Bridge, and the driver was dead, authorities said. According…
Teen illegally riding dirt bike critically injured in Route 9 crash in Berkeley Township
A juvenile riding a dirt bike was critically injured Thursday night in a three-vehicle crash at the intersection of Route 9 and Serpentine Drive in Berkeley Township, police said. Officers arrived to…
Mobile home fire in Manchester leaves one dead after firefighters delayed by clutter and storage
A person died Wednesday night in a mobile home fire in the Pine Ridge section of Whiting, prompting a joint investigation by county and local authorities. Whiting Fire Station 33 was dispatched…
Newark man among five indicted in $700K multi-county car theft and home invasion ring
Five men have been indicted for their alleged roles in a high-end car theft and home burglary ring that targeted residences across New Jersey and New York, the New Jersey Attorney General’s…
Phil Murphy hit with federal subpoena probing illegal alien living in his attic apartment
TRENTON — Alina Habba, the interim U.S. attorney for New Jersey and a former personal attorney to Donald Trump, is leading a federal investigation into Governor Philip D. Murphy over remarks he…
New Jersey unions slam Murphy’s 37 percent healthcare hike, demand emergency legislative return
TRENTON — A coalition of more than a dozen public sector unions representing over 140,000 New Jersey workers is pushing back against Governor Phil Murphy’s proposed 37% increase in healthcare costs for…
U.S. Senate Introduces Bill to Move Federal Services Out of Sanctuary Cities
NEWARK, NJ – The future of the federally operated Small Business Administration in Newark could be in jeopardy. A bill introduced in the U.S. Senate last month would require the Small Business…
Newark Crime Crew Busted in Monmouth County Car Theft and Home Invasion Operation
A months-long investigation into a high-end auto theft and home invasion ring has led to the indictment of five men accused of stealing luxury vehicles and valuables across three New Jersey counties,…
Rutgers approves $5.9B budget with sharp tuition hike and expanded aid for low-income students
Rutgers University’s Board of Governors on Tuesday approved a $5.9 billion operating budget for the 2025–2026 academic year, including a 5% tuition increase for in-state students and a 6% increase for out-of-state…
Cory Booker Meets With Gaza’s Wanted War Criminal, Benjamim Netanyahu
Senator Cory Booker joined a bipartisan group of lawmakers in Washington this week for a meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, prompting backlash as photos emerged of smiling senators alongside a…
Obama Headlines Phil Murphy Fundraiser to Help Mikie Sherrill
Former President Barack Obama re-entered the political arena Friday night with a campaign appearance in Red Bank, New Jersey, to support Democratic gubernatorial nominee Rep. Mikie Sherrill. The fundraiser, hosted by Governor…
Toms River Homeless Group Behind Parking Garage Shelter Scour the Woods for New Clients
TOMS RIVER — Days after officials cleared homeless individuals from a downtown parking garage and placed them in housing, a local nonprofit resumed efforts to locate unsheltered residents elsewhere in the area.…
Three puppies found abandoned near Allaire Park as Monmouth SPCA seeks information
WALL TOWNSHIP — The Monmouth County SPCA is asking for the public’s help after three puppies were found abandoned near Allaire State Park over the weekend in poor condition. The puppies were…
Trenton Dems Let Life in Prison Bill for Teen Murders Stall in Legislature
TRENTON — A proposed New Jersey law that would mandate life imprisonment without parole for anyone convicted of murdering a child under the age of 16 has not advanced since its introduction…
Sunny weekend expected in Toms River with activities open at beach, golf course and pool
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — With favorable weather in the forecast, Toms River Township is encouraging residents and visitors to enjoy local outdoor facilities including Ortley Beach, Bey Lea Golf Course, and the…
Supreme Court Allows South Seaside Park to Leave Berkeley and Merge with Neighbor to the North
TRENTON, N.J. — The New Jersey Supreme Court on Thursday upheld a lower court ruling allowing the barrier island community of South Seaside Park to deannex from Berkeley Township and annex to…