Big Minimum Wage Change Pushed By NJ’s Controversial New Lawmaker

This would be the first time the federal minimum wage was adjusted in 17 years.

The Southern Poverty Law Center Prosecution Is Absurd. That May Be The Point. [OPINION]

The Southern Poverty Law Center's use of informants in those groups has been public knowledge since at least 1986.

Invasive Jumping Worms Spreading Across US, Including In NJ

The invasive, soil nutrient-gobbling earthworm can leap a foot in the air and has been sighted in 38 states, including New Jersey.

7 Events To Celebrate Cinco De Mayo In NJ

Cinco de Mayo falls on a Tuesday this year, so the celebration of Mexican heritage and culture starts this weekend in New Jersey.

El Niño Summer Forecast: How Hot And Stormy Will It Be In NJ?

Forecasters are predicting building heat, rounds of severe weather and shifting regional patterns across the U.S. this summer.

NJ Launches Budget Transparency Portal

“This is your government. You should be able to see what it’s doing with your money," Sherrill said during a press conference in Trenton.

Dozens Of Convicts Working As Teachers, Staff In NJ Schools, Audit Shows

A state audit found teachers, bus drivers and other staff disqualified from working in schools remained on payrolls for as much as 4 years.

6 NJ Jobs Threatened By AI (And 4 That Are Safe)

Data shows some industries are booming while others struggle under automation pressure.

This Cancer Rising Sharply Among NJ Young People, New Study Shows

In a new study, researchers say the troubling trend is not fully understood.

Popular Retailer Plans NJ Comeback After Closing All Stores

The nationwide chain had been in business for four decades before shutting down in 2024.

Rain, Cold To Soak NJ This Weekend: See Latest Forecast, Timing

Soggy conditions are on tap for the weekend. The latest from forecasters:

Brace Yourself: This Is What Middle Class Looks Like In NJ

New data shows widening gap between incomes and expenses.

69,000 Drop NJ Marketplace Health Plans After Enrolling

“We are seeing the heartbreaking consequences of the federal government’s failure to extend tax credits for tens of thousands."

NJ Man Shot In Head, Buried Identified After Nearly 50 Years

He was left in the woods.

Major Layoffs Announced, Including In NJ: See List

The layoffs span industries including technology, finance, health care, manufacturing, hospitality and agriculture.

Pharmaceutical Giant Laying Off Hundreds More In NJ

The layoffs are part of ongoing cost-cutting announced in 2025.

Severe Stomach Virus On The Rise In NJ: What To Know

Rotavirus activity remains elevated across New Jersey and surrounding states.

NJ Pastor Released From ICE Detention Center After Three Weeks

Cortes Vasquez is a pastor at The Gathering Place, an evangelical church in Elizabeth.

Meteor Shower To Light Up The Sky With Shooting Stars: How To Watch In NJ

During Lyrids 2026, observers could see 15 to 20 meteors per hour during the shower's peak, meteorologists said.

Freeze Warnings Issued Across NJ As Record Cold Moves In

The balmy, summerlike weather NJ experienced last week has suddenly been replaced with a return to winter.

First Of NJ Transit's New Railcars Reach New Jersey

NJ Transit on Monday received the first of 374 new railcars intended over the next five years to replace an aging fleet.

Major Airline Serving NJ Airports Could Liquidate: Reports

The airline is in the process of recovering from its second bankruptcy, but is reportedly facing new challenges due to fuel costs.

Free Coffee Day: Wawa Celebrates Company's 62nd Anniversary

See how to claim your free drink.

Iconic NJ Singers Named As Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame Inductees

The two have been recognized as artists whose music and performance styles have influenced rock & roll and music impacting culture.

NJ School Test Scores: See How Your High School Fared

As the Spring 2026 assessments are underway, here is a look at the scores for every NJ public school for the Spring 2025 testing.

NJ School Test Scores: See How Your School Fared, Grades 6-8

As the Spring 2026 assessments draw near, here is a look at the scores for every NJ public school for the Spring 2025 testing.

Drug-Resistant Stomach Bug On The Rise: What To Know In NJ

The Centers for Disease Control & Prevention has called the rise of drug-resistant Shigella infections a “public health threat.”

NJ Home Values By ZIP: See New Data As Market Shifts

Home values rose an average of 3.5 percent across New Jersey, data shows.

NJ Driver’s Licenses Would Be Useless For Voter Registration Under SAVE America Act

Under the Act, New Jersey would be one of dozens of states that would make driver's licenses unusable for voter registration processes.

Major Convenience Store Shakeup Could Affect NJ

A major restructuring could reshape convenience shopping in the state as hundreds of stores face possible closure.

12 NJ Hospitals Could Face Closure After Federal Medicaid Cuts, New Report Shows

The analysis says financially strained hospitals face a greater risk after the "One Big Beautiful Bill" was signed by President Trump.

Severe Thunderstorms Possible As Record-Breaking Heat Moves Into NJ

Some areas in New Jersey are under "slight risk" for severe thunderstorms as temperatures could reach the 90s, forecasters say.

Record-Shattering Heat To Scorch NJ This Week

Surging temperatures will make for a warm and dry week in New Jersey, forecasters said.

Killer At Large After Chick-Fil-A Mass Shooting: NJ Weekend

Here are the headlines you may have missed from the weekend in New Jersey.

12 Years In Prison For NJ Man In $170M COVID-19 Tax Relief Fraud Case

Leon Haynes, 52, was ordered to serve prison time following a six-day jury trial in November 2025.

NJ School Test Scores: See How Your Elementary School Fared

As the Spring 2026 assessments draw near, here is a look at the scores for every NJ public school for the Spring 2025 testing.

Drastic Weather Shift Expected In NJ

Temperatures could threaten a record from 1941.

NJ Community Ranked In '100 Best Places To Live' List

Researchers evaluated more than 2,000 cities using over 100 data points across economy, housing, amenities, transit, schools and more.

Popular Rice Brand Recalled In NJ

The brand is sold at major grocery store chains, including Target, Walmart, and Whole Foods.

This Hidden Gem Is The Best Hole-In-The-Wall Pizza Joint In NJ

Residents and critics say this restaurant serves the best pie.