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Republican Karrin Taylor Robson says she won't run for Sinema's Senate seat in Arizona

Businessperson Karrin Taylor Robson says she won't run for the Arizona Senate seat now held by independent Kyrsten Sinema.

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Office landlords squeezed by falling occupancy rates, refinancing difficulties. Here's why

The failure of several large lenders earlier this year and the banking turmoil that followed have fueled worries for owners of office space.

Emergency beach repairs start in New Jersey shore town amid $33M legal fight

Heavy equipment crews are moving sand along a stretch of badly eroded beach in North Wildwood where a bitter fight over how to protect its rapidly shrinking beaches has led to $33 million worth of litigation.

New Jersey blinks in dune repairs standoff, allows emergency erosion fixes in defiant town

New Jersey environmental officials will allow a shore town to carry out emergency repairs to its badly eroded beachfront, even as the two sides continue a years-long fight over how best to protect the popular Jersey Shore resort’s fragile coastline.

Justice Dept. settles with New Jersey county over ballot languages, highlighting widespread barrier

The Justice Department has reached a settlement with a New Jersey county over language barriers for Spanish-speaking voters, emphasizing a growing challenge for certain minority communities nationwide.

Possible meteorite crashes into New Jersey home, no injuries

A metallic object believed to be a meteorite punched a hole in the roof of a central New Jersey home.

Muslim mayor blocked from White House Eid celebration

The U.S. Secret Service says it blocked a Muslim mayor from Prospect Park, New Jersey, from attending a White House celebration with President Joe Biden to belatedly mark the end of the Muslim holy month of Ramadan.

Hamilton scores in OT, Devils beat Rangers 2-1 in Game 3

Dougie Hamilton scored 11:36 into overtime and the New Jersey Devils beat the New York Rangers 2-1 to cut their series deficit to 2-1.

New Jersey acts to help problem gamblers, sets ad standards

New Jersey is changing its gambling regulations to set advertising standards, making it easier for people with gambling problems to exclude themselves from casinos and marketing from the gambling houses, and creating a position to monitor how well the state’s problem gambling outreach efforts are working.

As US sports bets boom, internet gambling is slow to expand

While two-thirds of the country now offers legal sports betting, only six states offer online casino gambling, confounding industry hopes that the rapid growth of sports betting would also bring internet casino betting along with it.

New Jersey halts electric vehicle rebates, demand too high

New Jersey residents looking to buy or lease an electric vehicle won’t be able to get a government rebate — at least temporarily.

Rutgers, unions announce agreement, classes to resume

Rutgers University and union representatives have announced an agreement on a framework for new contracts with several faculty unions, allowing a halt to a five-day strike that was the first such job action in the 257-year history of New Jersey’s flagship university.

Big flames, raining embers in New Jersey Pine Barrens fire

Firefighters in New Jersey confronted 200-foot high flames as they battled a wildfire in the state’s Pine Barrens.

Post-COVID woe: Atlantic City casino earns fell 4.6% in '22

Three years after the coronavirus pandemic erupted, Atlantic City’s casinos are collectively struggling to get back to where they were before COVID-19 in terms of profitability.

Rutgers faculty go on strike, picket outside classes

Thousands of professors, part-time lecturers and graduate student workers at New Jersey’s flagship university have gone on strike.

IRS: Miami couple among 7 charged in telemarketing scam targeting seniors

A Miami couple and five other people faced multiple federal charges after authorities accused them of running a telemarketing ring targeting seniors who owned timeshares.

A key inflation gauge tracked by the Fed slowed in February

The Federal Reserve’s favored inflation gauge slowed sharply last month, an encouraging sign in the Fed’s yearlong effort to cool price pressures through steadily higher interest rates.

Lawsuit filed after Flo Rida’s son falls from apartment window

The 6-year-old son of South Florida rapper Flo Rida has been in the ICU for several weeks after falling from the window of an apartment building, Local 10 News learned Thursday.

Hitman in New Jersey murder-for-hire sentenced to 16 years

A career criminal whose rap sheet includes bank robberies and a murder conspiracy was sentenced to 16 years for killing a New Jersey political consultant in exchange for money in 2014.

Christie: GOP needs someone who can quickly take down Trump

Former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie, who is mulling another presidential run, says Republicans need a candidate who can execute a quick takedown of Donald Trump.

NJ takes over Paterson police after crisis worker's shooting

New Jersey’s attorney general says his office has taken control of the police department in the state’s third-largest city, Paterson.

March Madness: Where and what is Fairleigh Dickinson?

Add Fairleigh Dickinson to the list of giant-killing New Jersey colleges in March Madness.

Illness sidelines Springsteen tour as 3 concerts postponed

Bruce Springsteen's show Tuesday in Albany, New York, has become the third concert in a week postponed by the New Jersey rocker for illness reasons, a month into his first major tour in six years."

How coconuts protect the Jersey Shore, other eroding coasts

Coastal communities around the world are adding a tropical twist to shoreline protection, courtesy of the humble coconut.

Whale safety research planned near East Coast wind farms

As dead whales continue to wash ashore on the U.S. East Coast, officials and academics in New Jersey, New York and elsewhere are planning a wide array of monitoring and research aimed at preventing harm to the animals during construction and operation of offshore wind farms.

'Enough pollution' in low-income NJ area with 1 power plant

Residents of low-income New Jersey communities that would get a second gas-fired power plant are urging the governor to stop the project.

Supreme Court hears dispute between New York and New Jersey

The Supreme Court is hearing a dispute between New York and New Jersey over New Jersey’s desire to withdraw from a commission the states formed decades ago to combat the mob’s influence at their joint port.

FBI says man flying to Fort Lauderdale had guns, ammo, fake marshal ID in baggage

A felon faces two charges after federal agents say he tried to board a plane with three guns, ammunition and a fake U.S. marshal's badge.

FBI says man had guns, ammo, fake marshal ID in baggage

A felon faces two charges after federal agents say he tried to board a plane with three guns, ammunition and a fake U.S. marshal's badge.

Man arrested after New Jersey boy, 14, dies in jet ski crash near Venetian Isles

A family birthday celebration in Miami turned tragic for a father and his sons from New Jersey.

NJ fines defiant shore town $12M over unapproved beach work

The sandstorm being waged between New Jersey environmental officials and a defiant shore town bolstering its dunes without state permission is intensifying.

One year on, Ukrainians in U.S. cope with war, displacement

In New York, far from her home in northern Ukraine, Valeriya Roshkovan has tried to do what she can to bring an end to Russia’s invasion of her country.

4-day workweek trial in UK: Shorter hours, happier employees

A trial of a four-day workweek in Britain, billed as the world’s largest, has found that most employees are less stressed, burned out and have better work-life balance.

NJ uses new law to bypass local OK for offshore wind project

New Jersey utility regulators have used a controversial law enabling them to bypass local authorities and grant approvals needed for an offshore wind project to proceed.

NJ groups fight power plants, wait for environmental law

Residents of largely minority areas in New Jersey are fighting three proposed gas-fired power plants as they wait for the state’s environmental law _ signed with great fanfare nearly three years ago _ to take full effect.

Murphy says New Jersey will expand AP Black history classes

Democratic Gov. Phil Murphy is expanding Advanced Placement African American Studies courses from one school to 26 in New Jersey.

Man arrested in Miami hotel is suspect in murder of NJ kindergarten teacher

A beloved kindergarten teacher disappears in Jersey City, N.J., and her estranged husband, suspected in her murder, is picked up in a Miami motel on Biscayne Boulevard.

Super Bowl gambling surging as states legalize it? You bet

The gambling industry's national trade group predicts that 1 in 5 American adults will make a bet on Sunday's Super Bowl between the Philadelphia Eagles and Kansas City Chiefs.

Police: 29-year-old posed as teen to enroll in high school

Authorities say a 29-year-old woman used false documents to enroll as a New Jersey high school student and attended some classes over a four-day period before her scheme was discovered last week.

Feds: Offshore wind not to blame for East Coast whale deaths

Federal environmental and energy officials say there is no evidence that work done by the offshore wind power industry is killing whales in the northeastern U.S. On Wednesday, the National Oceanographic and Atmospheric Administration, and the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management addressed the controversy surrounding a spate of whale deaths on the East Coast that some groups suspect may have been caused by site preparation work for offshore wind farms.

December retail sales fall 1.1% as inflation takes a toll

Americans cut back on spending in December, the second consecutive month they’ve done so, underscoring how inflation and the rising cost of using credit cards slowed consumer activity over the crucial holiday shopping season.

Officials: Whale found dead in NJ likely struck by vessel

Officials say the most recent whale found dead on a New Jersey shoreline had apparently been struck by a vessel.

Art teacher to appear in court months after overdosing in front of middle school students

An art teacher from New Jersey is scheduled to appear in court next month, months after he was accused of overdosing on fentanyl in front of a group of middle school students.

Groups seek probe of NY-NJ whale deaths amid wind power prep

Environmental groups and opponents of offshore wind energy want a federal investigation into the deaths of six whales that have washed ashore in New Jersey and New York in little over a month.

Woman gets 3 years in bogus good Samaritan online fundraiser

A New Jersey woman who pleaded guilty to helping her boyfriend spread a feel-good story that garnered more than $400,000 in online donations has been sentenced to three years in prison on state theft charges.

Fuel leak in Virginia shuts down part of Colonial Pipeline

The Colonial Pipeline says a diesel fuel leak in Virginia has shut down part of the nation’s largest fuel pipeline, but it is expected to restart Saturday.

Netflix plans $900M facility at former New Jersey Army base

Netflix says it plans to build a state-of-the-art production facility at a former Army base at the Jersey Shore that will cost more than $900 million, and create thousands of jobs.

Men and dog missing for 10 days amid journey to Florida Keys found on powerless sailboat

Amid a planned journey to the Florida Keys, two men and a pet dog were rescued from a sailboat without power or fuel more than 200 miles off Delaware, 10 days after friends and relatives had last heard from them, the U.S. Coast Guard said Tuesday.

Gas prices fall again in NJ, nation as demand remains low

Gas prices have again dropped sharply in New Jersey and around the country as demand remains slow and supplies continue to increase.

Nelson scores 2 to lead Islanders to 6-4 win over Devils

Brock Nelson scored twice, Cal Clutterbuck had a goal and an assist and the New York Islanders beat New Jersey 6-4, handing the first-place Devils just their second regulation loss in 21 games.

Brazil expels US fishing tour company from Indigenous land

Federal courts in Brazil have ordered a New Jersey-based fishing tour compay operating in the Amazon to cease and desist.

$3B canals, housing proposed for ex-airport in Atlantic City

Two Philadelphia developers want to build a $3 billion housing, office and retail project on the site of a historic former airport in Atlantic City.

US offshore wind energy industry faces blowback from locals

The offshore wind power energy has ambitious plans for generating electricity for millions of American homes.

Boqvist helps Devils beat Coyotes 4-2 for 9th straight

Jesper Boqvist scored the tiebreaking goal midway through the third period and the New Jersey Devils beat the Arizona Coyotes 4-2 Saturday night for their ninth straight win.

Holloway faces Saint Peter's 1st time since deep NCAA run

The second game of the season for new Seton Hall coach Shaheen Holloway is his old team, Saint Peter's.

Averted synagogue threat relieves NYC-area Jews — for now

A law enforcement official says that federal agents have identified the man they believe posted a broad online threat against synagogues in New Jersey.

FBI warns of 'broad' threat to synagogues in New Jersey

The FBI said on Thursday it had received credible information about a “broad” threat to synagogues in New Jersey, a warning that promoted some municipalities to send extra police officers to guard houses of worship.

Alcohol death toll is growing, US government reports say

The rate of deaths that can be directly attributed to alcohol rose nearly 30% in the U.S. during the first year of the COVID-19 pandemic.

US storm survivors: We need money faster, less red tape

Survivors of storms that pounded several U.S. states say the nation’s disaster aid system is broken and they want less red tape to get relief money.

Amid rising seas, Atlantic City has no plans for retreat

The iconic getaway town of Atlantic City is known to some people for its casinos, others for its amusement park and boardwalk.

Smoking ban talk nixed, but workers get loud outside casino

Irate that a session to discuss a proposed smoking ban during a casino industry conference was canceled, casino workers and patrons opposed to smoking in the gambling halls held a noisy protest outside the meeting Thursday in New Jersey.

Hard Rock spends $100M to raise pay for non-tipped US staff

Hard Rock International, , said Monday it is spending over $100 million to give significant raises to 10,000 non-tipped workers, most of them in the U.S. The global gambling, entertainment and hospitality company is giving the employees an immediate increase to a minimum starting salary of $18 to $21 an hour.

Online bets surge as NFL kicks off, indicating a busy year

The level of online betting activity on Thursday night’s NFL kickoff game surged 77% over the level from last year’s opener.

Bodycam video released in Busey sex offense investigation

Authorities in New Jersey have released video and documents related to sexual offense charges filed against actor Gary Busey.

New Jersey man sentenced for Tom Brady Super Bowl ring fraud

A New Jersey man who posed as a former New England Patriots player in order to buy and sell Super Bowl rings that he claimed were gifts to Tom Brady’s family has been sentenced to three years in federal prison.

Tiny oysters play big role in stabilizing eroding shorelines

As sea levels rise and buildings by coasts are increasingly endangered, communities around the world are turning to the small but mighty oyster to help stabilize shorelines.

Gary Busey charged with sex offenses at Monster-Mania Con

Gary Busey has been charged with sexual offenses at a New Jersey fan convention this month.

See it? Squish it! Fighting the invasive spotted lanternfly

The word is out in New York City and beyond.

Rapper Fetty Wap jailed after alleged FaceTime death threat

Rapper Fetty Wap has been jailed after, prosecutors say, he threatened to kill a man during a FaceTime call in 2021, violating the terms of his pretrial release in a pending federal drug conspiracy case.

After Supreme Court ruling, it's open season on US gun laws

The Supreme Court ruling expanding gun rights threatens to upend firearms restrictions across the country as activists wage court battles over issues including age limits and bans on AR-15-style guns.

World's toughest turtle? Survivor among 8 returned to ocean

If what doesn’t kill you truly makes you stronger, then Titan is the strongest turtle in the ocean.

Hessian remains unearthed at Revolutionary War battle site

Researchers believe they have uncovered at a battle site in New Jersey the remains of as many as 12 Hessian soldiers who fought during the Revolutionary War.

Norman says Tiger Woods turned down $700-800M Saudi offer

Tiger Woods turned down a Saudi offer Greg Norman says was in the neighborhood of $700 million to $800 million.

Shirt off his rack: Eagles' Brown buys fans No. 11 jerseys

Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver A.

‘Princess Doe’ identified 40 years after remains were found

Authorities say a girl who was dubbed Princess Doe after her remains were found 40 years ago in a New Jersey cemetery has been identified as a Long Island teenager.

Goodbye to cash tolls, and some notorious history, at bridge

Drivers looking to cross from New Jersey into New York over the George Washington Bridge will now go through an electronic tolling system.

States brace for fight over gun laws after high court ruling

Governors, lawmakers and attorneys general in states with strict gun-permitting laws are strategizing over how to shore up their restrictions after Thursday’s U.S. Supreme Court decision expanded gun rights in a New York case.

States with strict gun-permitting laws consider next steps

The U.S. Supreme Court has struck down a New York state law that had restricted who could obtain a permit to carry a gun in public.

Report: Smoking bans no longer a threat to casino revenue

For decades, it was accepted wisdom in the casino industry that eliminating smoking would automatically lead to revenue declines and customer losses.

New Jersey sues Ford over mining that tainted tribal land

New Jersey officials are suing Ford Motor Co. because they say the automaker contaminated the ancestral homeland of a Native American tribe by dumping paint sludge and other pollutants into a former mine.

Henderson beats Weaver-Wright in playoff in ShopRite LPGA

Brooke Henderson eagled the first playoff hole and beat Lindsey Weaver-Wright to capture the ShopRite LPGA Classic for her 11th win on tour.

Australian rookie shoots bogey-free 65, leads LPGA Classic

Australian rookie Stephanie Kyriacou shot a bogey-free, 6-under 65 on Friday to take the first-round lead in the ShopRite LPGA Classic at Seaview Hotel and Golf Club.

Happy together: Orphaned turtles and kids who set them free

The circle of life was on vivid display Wednesday at the Jersey Shore in a way that even the youngest children could understand.

Kohl's stock surges on buyout talks with Franchise Group

Shares of Kohl’s are up more than 12% before the market open on Tuesday after the retailer announced that it is in exclusive takeover talks with the owner of Vitamin Shoppe.

Sagstrom shoots 63 to take lead in LPGA Founders Cup

Madelene Sagstrom shot a flawless 9-under 63 during a round she felt holes kept getting larger and grabbed a one-stroke lead over Megan Khang after the first round of the Cognizant Founders Cup on Thursday.

Creeping COVID-19 cases result in few schools mask mandates

U.S. coronavirus cases are up, leading a smattering of school districts, especially in the Northeast, to bring back mask recommendations and requirements.

US casinos had best month ever in March, winning $5.3B

Inflation may be soaring, supply chains are snarled and the coronavirus just won’t go away.

Running back Sony Michel to sign with Dolphins, per report

Michel, 27, was selected in the first round (31st overall) by the New England Patriots in 2018.

Panthers top Senators 4-0, claim NHL’s best record, home ice

Carter Verhaeghe scored twice and Spencer Knight stopped 27 shots for his second career shutout as the Florida Panthers beat the Ottawa Senators 4-0.

'Amazing': Cannabis sales in New Jersey bring excited buyers

New Jersey’s recreational marijuana marketplace is open for business.

Amid false 2020 claims, GOP states eye voting system upgrade

Election security experts for years have urged states to replace outdated voting machines.

New Jersey to start recreational marijuana sales April 21

Recreational marijuana sales in New Jersey for those 21 and older will begin April 21.

A safe bet: If you want a casino job, odds are on your side

Like most businesses across the U.S., casinos are racing to hire new workers.

Johnson & Johnson ordered to pay $302M in pelvic mesh case

A California appeals court has upheld a lower court ruling that Johnson & Johnson must pay $302 million in penalties to the state for deceptively marketing pelvic mesh implants for women.

Panthers overcome 4-goal deficit for 7-6 OT win over Devils

Defenseman Gus Forsling, Radko Gudas, Ben Chiarot and Brandon Montour each scored for Florida.

Braces, sex pills, fake eyeball among bizarre NJ beach trash

What do a set of braces, a glow-in-the-dark condom, a plastic monkey and half a bowling ball have in common.

Elton John adds more North American dates to his farewell

Elton John has added 11 new dates on the North American leg of his farewell tour, including concerts in New Jersey, Massachusetts, California, Arizona and Washington state.

As gas prices rise, towns add electric car charging stations

A wave of new electric vehicle charging stations across the country is coming as interest in alternatives to gasoline-powered vehicles is on the rise.

Saint Peter's University quietly savors OT win over Kentucky

Everyone's buzzing about tiny Saint Peter’s University after its stunning NCAA Tournament upset of Kentucky, except maybe Saint Peter’s University.

EPA names part of Hackensack River to Superfund list

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has named a 19-mile stretch of the Hackensack River in northern New Jersey to its list of Superfund sites.

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