New Jersey drivers are once again feeling pressure at the gas pump as fuel prices rise during one of the busiest travel periods of the year. With Memorial Day weekend marking the unofficial start of summer travel, the debate over whether the state should temporarily suspend its gas tax has returned to the center of…
Maurice Shelmon, known to many listeners as “Ant Jefe” from the popular hip-hop podcast “No Jumper,” has been taken into custody in Los Angeles on suspicion of felony murder. Authorities confirmed that he is currently being held on a $1 million bond as the investigation continues. According to information released by law enforcement officials, the…
A late-night industrial accident in Newark turned deadly Friday after a worker became trapped in heavy machinery at a business on Hudson Street, according to local authorities. Emergency crews from Newark police and fire departments responded to the business around 11:20 p.m. after receiving reports that a man had been caught inside a machine while…
Millions of Americans preparing for Memorial Day gatherings and holiday shopping will still be able to visit Walmart stores this year. While some major retailers are shutting their doors for the federal holiday, Walmart has confirmed that its locations across the United States will continue operating on Memorial Day 2026. The retail giant is expected…
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…
