New Jersey residents are being warned about a fast-spreading invasive species known as jumping worms, a destructive type of earthworm that experts say can seriously damage soil, gardens, forests, and even residential lawns. The worms, sometimes called “crazy snake worms,” “Jersey wrigglers,” or “Asian jumping worms,” are drawing attention because of their unusual movement. Unlike…
The family of a 19-year-old Sussex County woman who died following a crash involving a Franklin Borough police vehicle has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the officer involved and the borough where he serves. The lawsuit was filed in Superior Court in Sussex County on May 15 and centers around the death of Deanna…
Two lottery players in New Jersey are celebrating after matching all five numbers in the Friday night Jersey Cash 5 drawing and splitting a jackpot worth more than $621,000. According to the official lottery results, the winning numbers drawn were 1, 3, 4, 34, and 38. The XTRA multiplier for the drawing was 4, while…
New Jersey residents heading into the Memorial Day weekend are facing a stretch of chilly, wet, and windy weather that could disrupt outdoor plans across the state. Forecasts show periods of heavy rain, gusty winds, and temperatures running far below what is normal for late May. Weather conditions are expected to worsen through Saturday afternoon…
A shooting incident in Penns Grove, Salem County, has led to serious criminal charges as law enforcement continues to investigate the case involving a 49-year-old man who suffered a gunshot wound to the chest. According to information shared by Penns Grove Police, New Jersey State Police alerted local authorities on Thursday afternoon after the injured…
The real estate market in 2026 continues to be strongly influenced by changes in mortgage interest rates. For many buyers and sellers, these rates are becoming one of the most important factors in deciding when and how to enter the housing market. Even small changes in interest rates can significantly impact monthly payments, affordability, and…
Two Bergen County communities are mourning the heartbreaking loss of a teenage student whose death earlier this week has left residents searching for answers and renewed conversations about bullying, student safety, and mental health support in schools. The student, a resident of Little Ferry and a sophomore at Ridgefield Park Junior-Senior High School, died after…
Tulsi Gabbard has stepped down from her position as Director of National Intelligence under President Donald Trump, marking the fourth Cabinet-level departure during his second term in office. Her resignation, effective June 30, comes at a deeply personal moment, as she cited her husband’s recent diagnosis with a rare form of bone cancer as the…
The countdown to the 2026 FIFA World Cup has officially begun as football fans around the world prepare for the biggest tournament in the sport’s history. FIFA’s expanded World Cup format will feature 48 national teams competing across 104 matches in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. The tournament is scheduled to begin on June…
A well-known New Jersey charter school network is seeking approval to expand its operations into Jersey City, even as it remains under active review by a state watchdog over past financial and governance concerns. The organization, College Achieve Public Schools (CAPS), has submitted an application to the New Jersey Department of Education to open a…
