A New Jersey Transit bus hit a person near one of Philadelphia’s busiest historic sites on Sunday evening, killing him. Police said the incident happened at 5:50 p.m. near Independence Mall and Arch Street. The 50-year-old man was hit by a NJ Transit bus while in the neighborhood, according to police. After reports of the…
A giant digital billboard in Newark, New Jersey, by a nationwide veterans organization calls for the elimination of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. This week, a bright electronic billboard in downtown Newark displayed the message. Chapter 21 of Veterans for Peace, a national coalition of former military personnel who promote peace and civil freedoms, funded…
Rising interest rates are affecting consumers, sellers, and investors in the U.S. home market in 2026. To control inflation and stabilize the economy, the Federal Reserve raised borrowing prices after years of low rates. These changes affect housing affordability, sales, and investor strategy. Interest rates raise mortgage expenses, making monthly payments more expensive for new…
A massive fire destroyed a two-story apartment building in Dunellen, New Jersey, late Friday night, forcing people to evacuate and leaving substantial damage. Local officials said the fast-moving fire started in a residential building on the 300 block of Front Street and quickly became a multi-alarm disaster requiring a big regional fire department response. Friday…
A stellar season earned Philadelphia Eagles defensive tackle Jordan Davis a historic contract extension. The decision shows the team’s faith in Davis’s growth since joining the league. A source told NJ.com that the Eagles and Davis signed a three-year, $78 million agreement. The highest NFL nose tackle contract ever is $65 million in guaranteed money….
Two New Jersey towns were named finalists in a popular national award that honors America’s small towns’ charm, culture, and community spirit. Lambertville and Wildwood are in Parade Magazine’s Northeast regional “America’s Favorite Small Towns” competition. The program celebrates villages under 250,000 with unique histories, stunning landscapes, cultural experiences, and inviting locals. Communities across the…
New Jersey forecasters expect an overcast and foggy morning on Saturday, with thunderstorms possible later tonight before the weather improves on Sunday. Forecasters expect calmer sky and milder temperatures over the weekend after a stormy start. Several counties in the state have morning dense fog advisories from the National Weather Service. Atlantic, Cape May, Monmouth,…
After 15 years, a popular New Jersey neighborhood eatery unexpectedly closed. After 16 years in Tinton Falls, MJ’s Restaurant, Bar & Grill closed permanently, severing strong ties with customers and staff. Residents had long frequented the establishment at 1213 Sycamore Avenue. The owners announced the closure on social media and thanked the community for its…
A New Jersey high school basketball team will play one of its biggest games without its head coach after a medical emergency prompted him to walk away this week. Andrew Bilodeau, 51, the head coach of Manasquan High School’s basketball team, had a heart attack after his team’s playoff win on Tuesday night. The incident…
A rapid leadership shift at the U.S. Department of Homeland Security has raised questions about immigration enforcement, notably in New Jersey, where federal officials are preparing a large immigrant detention center. Just two days after a brutal Capitol Hill hearing, President Donald Trump declared that Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem will be removed. The judgment…
