New Jersey

A major fire broke out in Orange, New Jersey on Saturday morning, leaving a house charred and causing smoke to billow over the city.

The New York Attorney General alleges that Cash App exposed vulnerable users to rampant fraud. Under a new settlement, Cash App's parent company will pay millions to New York, New Jersey, and other states.

Philadelphia's Fourth of July heat wave caused event cancellations, heat-related deaths, and severe thunderstorms, with scientists attributing the extreme weather to climate change. The heat wave's intensity was four to six times more likely due to climate change, and historical weather records from 1776 contrast sharply with current conditions.

President Trump has promoted 25 'Freedom Fuel' gas stations in Pennsylvania and New Jersey, which offer lower fuel prices. Little is known about the stations or their operators, and Trump's endorsement aims to pressure other gas retailers to reduce prices.

A failed New Jersey committee candidate, known for disrupting town halls, was arrested for disrupting a meeting after singing lyrics from a Morrissey song. The individual has a history of causing disruptions at public meetings.

A lightning strike caused a fire at a home in Old Bridge Township, New Jersey, during heavy storms. Two women and their dogs escaped, but three pet birds in cages did not survive. Flash flooding from torrential rains affected multiple areas, including Hazlet, South River, New Brunswick, Keyport, and Edison, with significant rainfall reported in several locations.

New Jersey has launched a website called SimpleFile to assist eligible residents in applying for a state Child Tax Credit offering up to $1,250 per eligible child for families earning $80,000 or less. The initiative aims to streamline access to the refundable tax benefit for lower-income households.

Six states, including Oregon, Utah, Vermont, Tennessee, Mississippi, and New Jersey, have enacted laws this year to address chronic absenteeism by implementing measures such as attendance monitoring, public data reporting, and penalties for parents. Chronic absenteeism is defined as missing 10% or more school days, with specific laws varying by state to include truancy notices, fines, and task forces.

A lightning strike hit the attic of a home in Cheesequake, New Jersey, described as 'brutally loud' by neighbors. CeFaan Kim reported on the damage caused by the incident.

Heavy rain triggered flash flooding in New Jersey, causing road closures and dangerous driving conditions. In Middletown, floodwaters covered roadways and spilled into driveways, creating shallow river-like conditions around parked vehicles.

Heavy thunderstorms in New Jersey caused significant flooding and a lightning-induced house fire.

Humidity and storm threats persist in New York and New Jersey, with torrential rains causing severe delays in parts of New Jersey. While the storm threat is diminishing Thursday evening, additional storms could develop by Friday.

Healthcare premiums for approximately 400,000 public sector employees in New Jersey are projected to rise significantly next year. William Sullivan of PBA Local 105 described the increases as 'astronomical,' noting that premiums have risen from $0 to potentially high amounts.

Mitch McConnell has been absent from public view for nearly a month after hospitalization, with his staff providing minimal updates. The article highlights other lawmakers, including Tom Kean Jr., Kay Granger, and Dianne Feinstein, who have similarly disappeared from Congress without clear communication, raising questions about accountability and transparency. There are no formal rules requiring disclosure of medical conditions for lawmakers.

Parts of New Jersey are experiencing life-threatening flash flooding due to heavy rainfall, with 4.91 inches of rain reported in Kendall Park. The downpours have caused numerous flooding incidents across the state.

Another round of heavy rain caused flash flooding across parts of New Jersey. Anthony Johnson is reporting on the situation from central New Jersey.

The National Weather Service issued a flash flood warning for parts of New York and New Jersey due to incoming thunderstorms expected to deliver 2 to 3 inches of rain per hour.

29 states, including New York and New Jersey, are investigating potential cases of cyclosporiasis, a parasitic illness associated with 'explosive diarrhea,' as it spreads across the U.S.

An SDNY judge ruled that New York’s gambling regulations apply to Kalshi’s sports-event contracts, challenging the companies' argument that their platforms operate as futures contracts rather than gambling. The decision supports claims from 16 states that prediction markets like Kalshi and Polymarket threaten state revenue from casinos and gaming, while the companies and CFTC chair Michael Selig argue these markets help corporations hedge business risks.

New Jersey has spent decades substituting government mandates for market competition and individual freedom. The bill for that overreach is now coming due.

Six states, including Utah, Oregon, Vermont, Tennessee, Mississippi, and New Jersey, enacted new laws this year to combat chronic absenteeism by implementing measures such as attendance monitoring, public data reporting, parental penalties, and task forces. Chronic absenteeism is defined as missing 10% or more school days, with specific state laws addressing truancy, community service limits, and attendance officer funding.

A New Jersey police officer in charge of the K-9 unit allegedly left two dogs to die in a hot police car, as stated by prosecutors.

A blood emergency has been declared in the tri-state region, with urgent need for donations in New York and New Jersey. This is the second such emergency issued this summer by the New York Blood Center and regional blood banks.

Six states, including Utah, Oregon, Vermont, Tennessee, Mississippi, and New Jersey, enacted laws this year to combat chronic absenteeism by implementing measures such as monitoring absences, public data reporting, parental penalties, and task forces. Chronic absenteeism is defined as missing 10% or more school days, with truancy laws and increased accountability for parents in several states.

The tri-state area remains below average in rainfall despite recent heavy rains that caused flooding in New York and New Jersey, with the drought persisting. The rains did little to resolve the long-term drought conditions.

At least six states, including Oregon, Utah, Vermont, Tennessee, Mississippi, and New Jersey, enacted laws this year to address chronic absenteeism by implementing measures such as attendance monitoring, public data reporting, and penalties for parents. Chronic absenteeism is defined as missing 10% or more school days, and new policies include truancy notifications, fines, and task forces to develop solutions.

Six states, including Utah, Oregon, Vermont, Tennessee, Mississippi, and New Jersey, have enacted new laws this year to combat chronic absenteeism by implementing measures such as mandatory attendance monitoring, public data reporting, and penalties for parents. These laws aim to address missed school days by requiring interventions, tracking unexcused absences, and increasing accountability for guardians of chronically absent students.

35-year-old Brooke Hanlon was found stabbed in her home in Chester, New Jersey. Her husband has not been seen or heard from in weeks.

A New Jersey man was sentenced to prison for hitting a federal agent with his car during a traffic stop. Ruben Dario Loja Castro, 33, admitted to the assault and received a one-year prison sentence.

New York City's administration is criticized for blocking criminal summonses for e-bike law violations, while NYC Common Sense sues to enforce pedestrian safety. The article highlights Priscilla's Law, which aims to require e-bike registration and license plates, and cites rising e-bike injuries and enforcement challenges.

New Jersey lawmakers are considering a bill that could require autonomous vehicles to use lidar and radar sensors, challenging Tesla's camera-only approach. The law aims to resolve a long-standing debate over whether cameras alone are sufficient for safe driverless operation.

Brooke Hanlon, a 35-year-old therapist from Chester, New Jersey, was found stabbed to death in her home. Her husband, James 'Conor' Hanlon, 36, has not been seen or heard from since the June 6 incident. A neighbor reported last contacting Conor about bears in the area days before the killing and receiving no response after inquiring about police activity at the home.

A family-owned ice cream shop in New Jersey was severely damaged by flash floods caused by severe weekend storms that dumped nearly 6 inches of rain in some areas. The owner reported water rising to their feet during the flooding.

New Jersey is recovering from severe weather that caused 29 heat-related deaths and left thousands without power. Heavy rain flooded streets in Deal, and GOP lawmakers are demanding hearings into JCP&L's delayed power restoration.

A man wanted for murder in New Jersey was arrested in Wake County, North Carolina, as shown by court records. The arrest occurred on Monday.

A brutal summer heat wave caused 3 deaths in New York City and 29 in New Jersey as temperatures reached triple digits over the weekend.

Gotham FC will relocate from New Jersey to Queens in 2028 to join New York City FC at Etihad Park under a 20-year agreement. Etihad Airways retains exclusive naming rights for the stadium, and the move is supported by officials, stakeholders, and players as part of establishing the franchise in New York City's sports scene.

A powerful storm caused extensive destruction in New Jersey, leading to emergency declarations, building collapses, and widespread power outages affecting thousands of residents.

New Jersey's e-bike registration and license rules are set to begin this month, while New York legislators are considering similar legislation, though it won't take effect until next year.

Severe flooding caused by heavy rain in New Jersey led to roof collapses and widespread damage in Asbury Park. Emergency services responded to flooding on Lake Avenue, with neighbors assisting in moving belongings.