New Jersey’s Plastic Ban: A Confusing and Overreaching Policy Leaves Residents and Businesses Scratching Their Heads

59 TRENTON, NJ – Since its implementation on May 4, 2022, New Jersey’s “Get Past Plastic” law has been hailed by some as a bold step toward environmental protection, but for many residents and businesses, it’s a bewildering maze of rules that feels more …

Did You Know? It is illegal to relocate homeless people between counties in New Jersey without consent

46 TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Did you know it’s illegal to move homeless individuals from one municipality or county to another in New Jersey without formal approval? A growing controversy in Toms River is bringing renewed attention to this little-known state law. …

Phil Murphy announces $100 energy credit as rates soar for New Jersey residents

61 TRENTON, N.J. — Gov. Phil Murphy’s administration is proposing a $430 million plan to issue utility bill credits to New Jersey residents, but the timing and approval process have drawn criticism from Republican gubernatorial candidate Jack Ciattarelli. …

New Jersey man thought he was hooking up with a young girl, but she was an undercover cop

72 TRENTON, NJ – A Burlington County man faces serious charges after allegedly attempting to arrange a sexual encounter with a 12-year-old girl, who turned out to be an undercover police officer, authorities announced Wednesday. Robert R. Lockwood, 36, of …

Spirit of Detroit gets a new jersey: Here's why

He's dressed up as a Tiger, a Red Wing, a Piston and a Lion. But on Friday, June 6, the hulking Spirit of Detroit — the famous Marshall Fredericks bronze statue — got a new outfit to tout a different cause: putting an end to gun violence. Organizers …

Ras Baraka eyes New Jersey governor job after 11 years as Newark mayor

NEWARK, New Jersey (WABC) -- Newark Mayor Ras Baraka believes it is time for him to make the move from the mayor's office to the governor's office. "Being in charge of Newark for over a decade, you can see a lot of things we've been able …

Investigation into death in Howell, New Jersey sparks questions about miscommunication

HOWELL, New Jersey (WABC) -- A horrific discovery outside of a home in New Jersey, prompted police activity Thursday, in a usually quiet neighborhood in Howell Township. The investigation brought police to three locations, leading to a standoff that may …

Donald Trump arrives in Bedminster, New Jersey

New Jersey Lt. Governor Sheila Oliver Dies Unexpectedly At 71

New Jersey Lt. Gov. Sheila Oliver died suddenly on Tuesday (August 1). She was 71. Oliver was hospitalized on Monday (July 31) with an undisclosed medical issue. Oliver was serving as acting governor when she was hospitalized because Governor Phil Murphy  …

Trump signs drone executive orders in response to New Jersey incident

Creator: JIM WATSON | Credit: AFP President Donald Trump signed three executive orders on Friday concerning the use of drones and other aviation technologies, with White House officials stating the move responds to a series of unusual sightings along the …