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Noncitizen Voter Registrations in New Jersey May Exceed 35,000 DHS Secretary Says

DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin says the 35,000 potential noncitizen voter registrations previously identified in New Jersey "may only be the beginning."

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Sherrill Flees NJ to Hit Massachusetts Campaign Trail, AG Heads to California

Photo caption: Gov. Mikie Sherrill campaigned in Massachusetts while Attorney General Jennifer Davenport participated in multistate litigation in California as New Jersey continues grappling with major policy challenges at home.

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Gov. Mikie Sherrill's trip to Massachusetts and Attorney General Jennifer Davenport's participation in California litigation have fueled debate over whether New Jersey's top officials are devoting sufficient attention to pressing issues at…

Gov. Mikie Sherrill Champions Housing Affordability While Living Between Two Multi-Million-Dollar Estates

Photo caption: Assemblyman Paul Kanitra's report estimates 1,158 undocumented immigrants hold driver's licenses listing Lakewood addresses, making the township one of the highest concentrations identified in Ocean County.

More Than 1,100 Undocumented Immigrants Hold Driver’s Licenses in Lakewood

Photo caption: Electric vehicle battery supply chains are facing increased federal scrutiny as the United States enforces restrictions on products suspected of being made with forced labor.

NJ’s EV Push Faces Forced Labor Roadblock as Chinese Supply Chain Scrutiny Grows

Photo caption: Drumthwacket, New Jersey's official governor's residence in Princeton, was built in 1835 and draws architectural inspiration from Greek Revival plantation homes seen by its original owner during his years in antebellum New Orleans.

Sherrill First NJ Gov. in 22 Years to Live at Mansion Inspired by Southern Slave Plantations

New Jersey Slave Reparation Bill Moving Through State Assembly

Photo caption: Slave Market Memorial in Zanzibar: The New Jersey Legislature is considering reparations-related legislation tied to the state's history of slavery, though the proposal remains in committee awaiting further action.

Government News·North Jersey News·Politics·The Buzz

TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey lawmakers are considering legislation that would move the state closer to addressing reparations for descendants of enslaved African Americans, reviving a debate over the state’s often-overlooked role…

A chart from Assemblyman Paul Kanitra's report ranks New Jersey legislative districts by the estimated number of undocumented immigrants holding New Jersey driver's licenses using MVC affidavit data.

Report Shows New Jersey Voting Districts With High Migrant Driver’s License Registration are Democrat Held Strongholds

Mikie Sherrill

DHS Secretary Says New Jersey Will Cooperate on Voter Roll Review, Sherrill Administration Has Yet to Confirm

Thousands of New Jersey workers are expected to lose their jobs before the end of 2026 as employers across multiple industries continue filing WARN notices, with HelloFresh becoming the latest company to announce layoffs in the state.

Thousands More New Jersey Jobs Set to Disappear as HelloFresh Joins Growing Wave of Layoffs

Offset Printing Press

AI Isn’t Killing Journalism—It’s Saving It. The News Industry Is Making the Same Mistake Again.

Morning Consult's July 2026 State Leader Pulse shows approval ratings for Gov. Mikie Sherrill, Sen. Cory Booker, Sen. Andy Kim and President Donald Trump among registered New Jersey voters.

New Poll Gives Gov. Mikie Sherrill 55% Approval as Questions Swirl Over Polling Industry Credibility

Vehicles parked on a Union City residential block partially and, in some cases, completely obstruct public sidewalks despite state law and local ordinances prohibiting sidewalk parking.

They Steal Our Sidewalks: Union City’s Sidewalk Parking Problem Reaches New Levels

Philadelphia police are searching for a masked suspect accused of chasing a woman near SEPTA Suburban Station, causing her to fall and suffer injuries before fleeing into the transit hub.

Masked Suspect Chasing and Harassing Riders at Train Station Sought by Police

Four-Time Felony Drunk Driving Migrant Detained by ICE After Being Caught Driving Again

Kanitra's report is expected to intensify New Jersey's ongoing debate over immigration policy, government spending and the state's cooperation with federal immigration authorities.

NJ Lawmaker: Send Every Invader Home; Cites $8.2B in Annual Migrant Spending

Congressional investigators are examining New Jersey's handling of an MVC voter registration error involving approximately 6,600 noncitizens, while lawmakers debate whether additional federal action may follow.

Mikie Sherrill Lets Congressional Deadline on Voter Registration Request Pass Without Complying

Maryland State Sen. C. Anthony Muse is facing questions after surveillance video showed his SUV striking a parked vehicle's mirror before ending up partially on a sidewalk and against a tree, prompting criticism from residents who say elected officials should be held to the same standards as everyone else.

Drunk Driving? Maryland Senator Criticized After SUV Ends Up on Sidewalk Against Tree in Annapolis

New York City's first comprehensive evaluation of congestion pricing found the tolling program reduced traffic but had little measurable effect on air quality during its first year, while officials reported pollution continued its long-term decline and no communities experienced worsening conditions.

NYC Study Finds Congestion Pricing Had Little Measurable Impact on Air Quality in First Year

Single-use plastic utensils and straws may no longer be automatically provided with takeout and delivery orders under New Jersey's "Skip the Stuff" law. - AI Satire

New Jersey Tells Residents How to Report Restaurants for Violating Plastic Utensil and Straw Laws

Florida Teens Charged After E-Moto Rampage Through Target Causes Thousands in Damage

Empty TP Holder in Public Bathroom Stall

‘Skip the Squares Act’ Goes Viral as New Jersey Residents Mock State’s New ‘Skip the Stuff’ Law

Trenton Mayor Russ Gasciora - An emergency executive order requires weekend overnight business closures along East State Street as Trenton responds to a series of violent incidents near City Hall.

Trenton Cracks Down on Late-Night Violence with Emergency Business Curfew on East State Street

Fans Stranded After Usher Concert - A disabled NJ Transit train carrying about 700 passengers was towed to Penn Station after riders spent nearly two hours stranded inside the Hudson River tunnel.

NJ Transit Still Silent After HundredsStranded in Hudson Tunnel After MetLife Concert Before Rescue

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Former USDA Director Sentenced to Prison in $400K Taxpayer Fraud and Kickback Scheme

Police arrested a wanted Florida man after an overnight manhunt that began when he allegedly crashed a pickup truck into a utility pole and fled through Oakland.

Florida Fugitive Arrested After Crashing Truck Into Utility Pole, Triggering Overnight Manhunt in New Jersey

Kaileigh Hogan, 25 of Canada has been arrested for a Gold Theft in Bensalem, PA - Photo by Bensalem Police Dept.

Another Canadian Woman Facing Deportation After $43,000 Gold Theft in Pennsylvania

The Stone Pony in Asbury Park - Photo by Rolf 52

Stone Pony Brings Jam Bands, Reggae, Country and Yacht Rock to Asbury Park This Week

Donald Trump looks over a windfarm-free beach in Wildwood as NJ Governor Phil Murphy pouts. Political Satire/Artistic Rendering

Trump Delivers on Promise to Save Jersey Shore from Offshore Wind Farms with Lease Buybacks

Elvis is in the house in Toms River.

Elvis Tribute Scheduled for Next Shelter Cove Beach Party in Toms River Summer Concert Series

Ice Cream Cup Without a Spoon? NJ Dairy Bar Spoofs New Jersey’s New Plastic Ban

Cross Toppled, Roadside Memorial for Jackson Teen Vandalized, Trampled

Electric vehicles and electric vehicle charging stations

New Jersey 2035 Gas Car Ban Remains on Track Under Sherrill Administration

New York Police Commissioner Charged as Getaway Driver at Son’s Bronx Gang-Related Drive-by Shooting

Man Arrested with Rifle at Trump National Golf Club Ahead of President’s Visit

Masked suspect caught on camera stealing $2,500 e-bike in Newark

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New Jersey High School Athletic Director Charged After Alleged Peeping Incident in Pennsylvania

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New Jersey Pick-3 players rake in $2.55M during monthlong bonus blitz

Lottery winnings - Pile of money

New Jersey ticket goes six for six and lands a monster $250K prize

Peter Van Dyke shared Bruce Springsteen's April 2016 statement announcing the cancellation of a North Carolina concert over the state's HB2 law. The resurfaced Facebook post comes as Van Dyke serves as chairman of the Toms River Republican organization and is involved in ongoing litigation with the township.

Toms River GOP Chairman Supports Men in Women’s Bathrooms, According to Facebook Share

Job hunters warned about fake offers designed to drain bank accounts

Police Arrest Report: Handcuffs used by police.

Driver busted weeks after Jersey City hit-and-run left man seriously injured

Burglary suspects bolt through woods before Evesham cops close in

Prison guard caught with contraband under vest admits taking bribes to smuggle goods

Police handcuffs

18-year-old accused of pulling off 3 armed robberies in Utica on consecutive days

DC man accused of firing multiple shots at person sleeping in apartment hallway

Knife-wielding carjacker takes woman’s vehicle before cops find it abandoned in Laurel

Auto mechanic’s longtime numbers line up for big lottery win

Traffic stop uncovers ghost gun and defaced handgun in Broome County police say

Police activity on street - drriver being pulled over

Knife-point sexual assault at Dover work site leaves masked suspect on the run

Police handcuffs

81-year-old man found dead inside Northeast DC home and woman charged with murder

White work truck caught on camera hitting North York building before taking off

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27-year-old accused in 2 robberies and occupied-home burglary in Northeast DC

$100K Powerball ticket sold at Virginia Beach convenience store

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35-year-old man shot during Monday afternoon gunfire in Baltimore

Philly grocery run turns golden with $650K jackpot ticket

Police Crime Scene

Benning Road gunfire leaves 37-year-old DC man dead and killer at large

Deadly New York Avenue hit-and-run leaves 29-year-old DC woman dead

Middle school worker busted in child sex abuse material case in Westchester

Three stabbed inside Glen Burnie home before cops Taser murder suspect

Two $1M lottery tickets lead Maryland’s $30.4M winning week

Jammed lottery machine spits out last ticket and a $1M shocker

Evesham Township police arrested an 18-year-old Philadelphia man after a reported daytime residential burglary and detained two juveniles following a search through a neighborhood and wooded area.

Philadelphia Man Arrested After Daytime Home Burglary in Evesham, Two Juveniles Also Detained

$50K lottery jolt hits truck driver during routine delivery stop

Philly killer gets life plus up to 92 years for deadly Overbrook ambush

M Street purse snatching caught on surveillance sends police searching for suspect

Police are continuing to investigate the assault and are asking anyone with information that could identify the suspect to contact Crime Stoppers.

Man Wanted After Subway Rider Struck With Wooden Stick at East Tremont Avenue Station

Police are searching for the suspect after an elderly man was allegedly robbed of his chain by an e-bike rider in Manhattan, and investigators are urging anyone with information to contact Crime Stoppers.

Elderly Man Robbed of Gold Chain by E-Bike Rider in Chelsea, NYPD Says

Philadelphia homicide detectives have released surveillance images of a suspect wanted in the fatal shooting of an off-duty police officer and are offering a $20,000 reward for information leading to an arrest.

Philadelphia Police Seek Suspect in Fatal Shooting of Off-Duty Officer, $20,000 Reward Offered

Parents' advocacy group NJStandsUp is urging greater transparency from the Bridgewater-Raritan Board of Education after a July meeting where debate over a proposed parental rights amendment was interrupted and the public livestream ended.

Parents Demand Answers After Bridgewater-Raritan School Board Debate Ends With Livestream Cut

Philadelphia Police Department - Emergency Scene - Photo by Nikia

One Dead, Two Others Shot in Triple Shooting in Philadelphia

Serial burglary suspect caught on camera during three Baltimore break-ins

$100K scratch-off blast hits New Jersey supermarket

Columbia Road shooting ends with 18-year-old facing nine gun charges

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Mikie Sherrill - Photo caption: DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin said the federal government's review of New Jersey's voter rolls could identify more potential noncitizen registrations beyond the initial 35,000 referenced by the department.

Gov. Sherrill Expected to Admit More Non-Citizens Voted in New Jersey Elections

Civil lawsuit filed against Dr. Ritesh Kalra alleges years of sexual abuse, prescription coercion, and misconduct involving 27 former patients. Kalra also faces a pending 58-count federal indictment alleging unlawful opioid distribution and health care fraud.

27 Former Patients Sue New Jersey Doctor Ritesh Kalra, Allege Years of Sexual Abuse and Prescription Coercion

Photo caption: New Jersey lawmakers have introduced dozens of immigration-related measures in recent legislative sessions, with several major bills already signed into law and many others still moving through the legislative process.

Dozens of New New Jersey Immigration Bills Pending as State Continues to Expand Immigration Protections

Wolcott lands two lottery wins in one day totaling more than $88K

Lucky sevens deliver whopping $77,777 lottery score in Wolcott

Election returns show Democrat Brandon Dukes holding a narrow lead over Republican Scott Timko with more than 95% of votes counted in Pennsylvania's 12th House District special election.

Democrat Flips Pennsylvania House Seat in Trump Stronghold Where Assassination Attempt Occurred

Judge's gavel inside a courtroom

Teen gunpoint robbery lands Lancaster man in state prison years later

Police emergency lights at crime or accident scene.

Hidden bathroom camera discovery leads cops to several more wireless cameras

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Lead Pipes In Lakewood: Water Co. to Canvass Neighborhoods Door-to-Door

$650K lottery payday hits at ACME in Philadelphia

$250K scratch-off bombshell hits Jersey City newsstand

Six perfect numbers deliver $250K Pick 6 score in New Jersey

Three suspects caught on camera after brutal chokehold robbery in DC

Police lights at scene of crime - File photo © Fernando Gregory | Dreamstime.com

Baltimore man shot in the middle of the afternoon on East 34th Street

Middletown lottery ticket sweeps all five numbers in Monday night drawing

Police Crime Scene

Man found fatally shot near DC Maryland border on Benning Road

Police are seeking information on the whereabouts of Laroy Irving, who is wanted for questioning in connection with a May robbery investigation in Newark.

Newark Police Seek Man Wanted for Questioning in Central Avenue Robbery Investigation

Police vehicle at crime scene.

Cumberland Police Make Three Separate Arrests for Assault, Failure to Appear and Court Violations

Rene Ramirez-Garcia

Ocean County Mexican National Held on Drug Charges, Resisting Arrest

Machete carjacking terror ends with Baltimore arrest and stolen pickup recovered