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Toms River Republican Leader Under Fire Over Anti-Trump Stance

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Could Ocean County College Be Next as Enrollment Continues to Decline

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Ocean County College's declining enrollment has prompted questions about whether the campus could eventually face redevelopment discussions similar to former New Jersey public schools that have recently been converted into yeshivas, although…

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

3 North Maple Ave. in the heart of the village of New Gretna

Former Bass River Elementary School to Become Yeshiva and Dormitories Backed by Lakewood Developer

Federal regulators have filed civil fraud charges against three Toms River men accused of raising approximately $47 million through an alleged affinity investment scheme that targeted members of Orthodox Jewish communities in New Jersey and New York.

Three Toms River Men Facing SEC Fraud Investigation Linked to $47m Orthodox Jewish Targeted Ponzi Scheme

Leor Moshe admits operating a Ponzi scheme targeting Orthodox Jewish investors.

Leor Moshe, Toms River Man Admits Running $47 Million Ponzi Scheme That Targeted Orthodox Jewish Community

Jackson Property Taxes Spike 12% in July Estimated Tax Bill

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Jackson Township homeowners are receiving estimated property tax bills showing increases of up to 12% while township officials finalize the delayed municipal budget and Mayor Jennifer Kuhn outlines community projects and accomplishments.…

Iemad Saifo, owner of a Collingswood restaurant, remains in ICE custody as the Department of Homeland Security disputes media coverage and highlights his immigration and criminal history.

DHS Says NJ Business Owner Arrested by ICE Not a Victim, But a Hardened Criminal

America's largest yeshiva has placed its name on the former Christa McAuliffe Middle School in Jackson, marking the next phase of its $40 million expansion beyond neighboring Lakewood.

World’s Largest Yeshiva that Sparked Lakewood’s Growth Moves Into Former Jackson Township Middle School

A viral video showed Shake Shack kiosk prices increasing after a customer selected "no tip," prompting the company to blame a software error at an airport location.

Shake Shack Kiosk Adds Surchage After Customers Selected “No Tip”

Nearly 30 dead sharks washed ashore along a stretch of beach in Sea Isle City, raising questions about what caused the unusual marine die-off.

Mystery Surrounds 29 Dead Sharks Found Along Sea Isle City Beach

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

USDA United States Department of Agriculture Service Center. The United States Department of Agriculture USDA

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

Creator: New Jersey Has a “Deep South” and it’s Below the Mason Dixon Line

New Jersey Asks Appeals Court to Keep Assault Weapons Ban in Place Pending U.S. Supreme Court Fight

New Jersey Wants Elderly Woman to Pay EZ Pass Fine in Car She Doesn’t Own, State She Never Visited

Joey Tomatoes - Screen Capture from Vintage Jersey.

Point Pleasant Beach Pizzeria Birthday Party Dispute Goes Viral After Cake Argument

Point Pleasant Beach Chief Says Cops Not Involved in ICE Chase That Ended With Fleeing Illegal Struck on Route 35

Former NFL Player With Domestic Violence History Deported by DHS

Twice-Deported Marine Killing Illegal Alien Arrested in New Jersey Sanctuary City

NYC Mayor Mamdani Won’t Rule Out Cash Reparations if Commission Recommends Payments

Virginia Non-Citizen Voting Scandal Erupts as State Removes 6,531 Illegal Registrations

The FBI is reportedly investigating allegations that administrators at Ocean County Vocational Technical Schools concealed decades of student sexual abuse at the district's Performing Arts Academy, expanding scrutiny beyond the teachers already prosecuted.

FBI Investigating OCVTS Sexual Abuse Scandal as Probe Expands Into Alleged Institutional Cover-Up

Brooklyn Powerball lightning strikes same store three times with $150K in winning tickets

3-year-old boy airlifted after being pulled from New Jersey swimming pool

Emergency crews recovered a body from the Passaic River in Newark Thursday morning after an overnight multi-agency search that began with reports of a man entering the water.

Body Recovered From Passaic River After Multi-Agency Search in Newark

Broadway Powerball ticket delivers $50K win in the heart of Manhattan

PETA's "iScream" truck is heading to Friendly's in Toms River to distribute free vegan ice cream while urging the restaurant chain to add dairy-free frozen dessert options.

PETA Bringing ‘iScream’ Protest Truck to Toms River Friendly’s With Free Vegan Ice Cream Giveaway

Dan Sciannameo has launched his campaign for Asbury Park mayor, pledging to tackle rising property taxes, redevelopment concerns, and the preservation of the city's historic boardwalk landmarks.

Asbury Park Planning Board Member Dan Sciannameo Launches Campaign for Mayor

Families can enjoy a free evening of music, comedy and interactive entertainment as Leepo the Clown headlines Toms River's Children's Summer Concert at Shelter Cove Beach Thursday night.

Free Kids Concert Tonight at Shelter Cove Beach Features Leepo the Clown in Toms River

Woman arrested after 5-year-old seriously injured in New Jersey hit-and-run

$50K Powerball ticket hits at small-town New York convenience store

A Suffolk County MRI technician has been convicted after prosecutors said he instructed a 16-year-old patient into unnecessary sexually suggestive positions during a routine MRI exam, leading to a misdemeanor conviction for endangering the welfare of a child.

MRI Technician Convicted After Teen Says She Was Forced Into Sexually Suggestive Positions During MRI Exam

DC Metro Police car at crime scene.

DC police release video of gunman accused of offering man a ride before robbing and shooting him

Woman faces attempted murder charge after late-night Baltimore shooting

Residents gathered this week as Team Brick launched its grassroots organizing effort, discussing local priorities and beginning preparations for the 2027 Brick Township Council election.

Fight For Brick? Grassroots Movement Similar to Jackson Sprouts in Brick

A Long Island flooring contractor admitted stealing more than $90,000 from customers after prosecutors said he accepted payment for hardwood flooring projects that were never completed.

Long Island Flooring Contractor Admits Stealing More Than $90,000 From Home Builders, Prosecutors Say

State and local police across New Jersey will conduct a statewide Goal Zero pedestrian safety crackdown Saturday in memory of Chatham resident Patti Smith Barrett, who was killed in a traffic crash earlier this year.

Chatham Woman Killed in Pedestrian Crash Honored in Goal Zero Crackdown Across New Jersey

Two juveniles in custody after 17-year-old killed in Essex shooting and barricade ends with arrest

Pair of silver handcuffs resting on a pale blue surface, linked together by a chain

Husband arrested for wife’s murder five days after she was found dead in New Jersey home

Police lights- Crime Scene

Woman accused of hitting driver with car and shouting ethnic slur will face charges in county court

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Brooklyn killer gets 26 years to life after dismembering girlfriend and living with her remains

Teen gets 20 years to life after stray bullet kills 19-year-old college athlete

Stylists from Just Your Style Salon are joining forces with MoonStruck Salon and Jacquie Colour Salon as the longtime Jackson business closes after nearly 27 years.

Jackson Crossing Salon Closes After Nearly Three Decades as Three Local Salons Unite

Drunk driver hit 106 mph before deadly red-light crash that killed man heading home from work

Washington, D.C. Metro Police Department cruiser

Machete-Wielding Carjacking in Southeast D.C. Ends With Suspect Taken Into Custody

Police activity on street - drriver being pulled over

Gunman races into Newark street and opens fire before ducking back inside home

A judge's gavel - File Photo

Parolee bolts from traffic stop leaving loaded gun behind and lands 9 years in prison

Bodega proposition sparks deadly Queens feud ending in murder conviction

Trenton Capitol - The New Jersey State House in Trenton, where lawmakers approved the Fiscal Year 2027 budget that has sparked debate over state and federal Medicaid funding.

Democrats in New Jersey Cut Medicaid Funding So They Can Blame Trump, GOP Says

Newark officials blast false reports after deadly crash and deny police chase

Assembly Republicans are demanding the release of budget spending documents 43 days after Gov. Mikie Sherrill signed New Jersey's record $60.7 billion Fiscal Year 2027 budget.

New Jersey Republicans Demand Answers After 43-Day Delay in Release of State Budget Spending Details

Police activity on street - drriver being pulled over

Newark gunman remains unidentified months after shots fired behind shopping center

Two sets of handcuffs.

Parents arrested after 2-month-old son dies from blunt force head injuries

Police Arrest Report: Handcuffs used by police.

Police K9 sniffs out suspected crack pipes during Cumberland traffic stop

Knife in hand during mental health crisis ends with safe police intervention in New Jersey

Green handgun spotted under passenger seat turns Utica traffic stop into felony arrest

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Teen walking home hit by gunfire after multiple shots erupt on Utica street

Police Crime Scene

Man riddled with bullets in early-morning Baltimore shooting

Fake federal agents busted after 85-year-old nearly hands over $200K in gold

Motorcycle and ATV theft sends New Jersey police hunting for people caught on camera

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Jersey City Man Found Fatally Shot Inside Cornelison Avenue Apartment, Homicide Investigation Underway

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Jersey City Man Charged With Murder in Fatal Cornelison Avenue Domestic Shooting

Caitlin Clark and Sophie Cunningham have become central figures in the WNBA's biggest debates over officiating, physical play and the league's rapid growth.

Straight White Girls Can Jump: The WNBA and its Reverse Racism Against Clark and Cunningham

Lottery winning jackpot, money.

Stratford lottery player scores big on America 250 Connecticut ticket

KENO win turns Bridgeport donut shop into Connecticut Lottery hot spot

Muicipal road paving project.

Toms River Council Votes Down Critical Road Paving and Park Repairs Proposed by Mayor

Ohio scratch-off explodes into $1 million lottery win

Ohio scratch-off delivers big surprise for Fairfield County man

Hot dog craving sends Virginia man to 7-Eleven and straight into a six-figure lottery win

Virginia woman scores $100K scratch-off win that shuts down entire lottery game

$50K Powerball ticket bought in Virginia is days away from becoming worthless

Knife-wielding attacker stabs victim on DC street then disappears for months

New Jersey man missing for two weeks with last known whereabouts believed to be Philadelphia

Baltimore,Maryland police vehicles. City police cars outside Baltimore police headquaters - by Kevin Duke

Late-night gunfire erupts on Baltimore street leaving woman shot

Murphy keeps learning new tricks but finding someone to love is the lesson he needs most

Meet Munson the lovebug ready to become someone’s most devoted best friend

Cocaine stash and stolen revolver land Toms River man on track for decade in prison

Police Crime Scene

Mercer County Cocaine Investigation Nets Two Arrests, 160 Grams of Cocaine and $36,000 in Cash

Former NJ Democratic mayor, husband charged in election petition fraud case

E-bike vanishes from New Jersey high school and police want these individuals identified