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Officials announce DWI checkpoints in Monmouth County, NJ
Cops are taking extra steps to spot drivers who make a stupid choice. Each night this weekend, a checkpoint will be running in Monmouth County to crackdown on driving while under the influence. "The Monmouth County DWI Task Force encourages all drivers to be responsible and advises all drivers to...
NJ weekend weather: Unsettled skies, occasional rain, rough surf
This week's weather has been amazing. Something for everyone, ranging from cool mornings to warm afternoons, with mainly dry weather along the way. Now we look ahead to the weekend. And it comes with a return to unsettled weather, as several disturbances ride through New Jersey's atmosphere. That means we face increases in cloud cover, humidity, and rain chances.
NJ Transit announces it will be free for a week
It is not often you will get something for free, but if you are a New Jersey Transit rider, you may want to read this. Governor Murphy announced that all service will be free for a week to compensate for months of nightmare commutes. All fares will be waived on all modes of NJ Transit […]
NEW LIST: Which NJ & PA Big Lots Stores Are Closing Permanently?
I filled you in a few weeks ago that a beloved retailer was in financial trouble. Big Lots, a discount chain, with over 1,000 locations across America has fallen on tough times because of what the company is calling, "elevated inflation." Not as many Americans are shopping because paychecks aren't...
One New Jersey School District Is Banning Cell Phones This School Year
How do you feel about cell phone use in schools in New Jersey?. I have a lot of friends who are teachers in Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Maryland, and cell phones seem to be the bane of their existence. Trying to get their class to keep the phones off and away...
2 admit violent string of armed robberies, 3 of them in N.J. feds say
Two New York men admitted trying to rob a check cashing location in their state and successfully knocking off three others at gunpoint in New Jersey and making off with over $578,000, federal prosecutors said. Ramel Harris, 42, of Brooklyn, and Neville Brown, 40, of Brooklyn, pleaded guilty to three...
NJ Spotlight News: August 15, 2024
We bring you what’s relevant and important in New Jersey news and our insight. Watch as the NJ Spotlight News team breaks down today’s top stories. Murphy set to name former aide to replace Menendez as senator. An official announcement about George Helmy, former chief of staff to...
Saudi Arabia national admits stealing school bus in N.J., driving it to Poconos
A Saudi Arabia national has admitted in court that he stole a school bus in New Jersey and drove it across state lines. Bader Alzahrani, 24, pleaded guilty on Wednesday to the federal charge of interstate transportation of a stolen vehicle, the U.S. Attorney’s Office said in a news release. He was indicted by a grand jury last summer.
Jackpot: Iconic NJ pop star has new slots game named after her
🎰 It's named after a famous singer from New Jersey. Looking for a jackpot that will make you “wanna dance?”. There is a new slots game named after one iconic singer, actress, and Newark native — and it has taken center stage at casinos across the U.S., including one right here in the Garden State.
More West Nile-positive mosquitos pop up in NJ
Two positive mosquitoes found this week in Atlantic County. Stock up on the mosquito repellant. Two mosquitos tested positive for West Nile virus this week. The Office of Mosquito Control found these insects in Absecon and Hammonton. This comes just a week after tests came back positive for mosquitos from...
Adam Sandler Netflix film ‘Happy Gilmore 2’ seeks talent for NJ taping
NEW JERSEY (PIX11) – A Netflix production is searching for background talent for a planned “Happy Gilmore” sequel starring Adam Sandler that’s filming in New Jersey, according to Grant Wilfley Casting, Inc. The casting agency has worked on many films, including “Spider-Man,” “The Wolf of Wall Street,” and “Black Swan.” “Since 1992, Grant Wilfley Casting has […]
New findings: Would these changes improve traffic stops in NJ?
A just-completed study in New Jersey gave a makeover to the routine traffic stop, and researchers suggest the new approach goes a long way in improving the relationship between law enforcement and the public. Prompted by strained policy-community relations in the wake of high-profile violent incidents, the study changed the...
Worker files police report against NJ official’s throat-cutting comment
🐶 MCSPCA director Ross Licitra used harsh language to discipline employees. 🐶 One of the workers told police he felt threatened. 🐶 The MCSPCA said the tone was "unacceptable" but accepted Licitra's apology. A former employee of the Monmouth County SPCA has filed a police complaint because...
Wildfire smoke from Canada bringing more hazy skies to N.J., NYC region
For the second straight day, thin layers of smoke from wildfires that are burning in western Canada are drifting into the upper atmosphere and creating hazy skies as far away as New Jersey and New York. ALSO: Severe thunderstorm threats, Hurricane Ernesto rip currents in N.J. weekend forecast. The National...
New Brunswick Man Killed By Motor Vehicle
NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ.- Middlesex County authorities are continuing the investigation into the circumstances surrounding a motor vehicle collision that claimed the life of a 38-year-old pedestrian early Thursday morning while walking on a New Brunswick street. According to Middlesex County Prosecutor Yolanda Ciccone, on Thursday, August 15, 2024, shortly before...
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