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Sherrill Orders Caldwell to Resign For Harassment
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill ordered Lt. Gov. Dale Caldwell to resign by Sept. 25, 2026. An independent investigation found Caldwell sexually harassed staff and violated ethics rules.
Jennifer Buckley Arrested for Hiding Son in Crawl Space
Police arrested Jennifer Buckley on Thursday after finding her missing son hidden in her basement crawl space. The 48-year-old mother faces an obstruction charge for concealing the teen during a 44-hour search.
Jose Chajon-Raxon Dies After ICE Custody Medical Emergency in Newark, New Jersey
Jose Chajon-Raxon died after a medical emergency while in ICE custody at Delaney Hall in Newark, New Jersey. Over 50 deaths have occurred in ICE custody since January 2025.
Passaic Mayor Lora Confirms Recovery Of Girl's Body South Of Bridge
Passaic Mayor Lora confirmed crews recovered the 11-year-old girl's body from the Passaic River south of a bridge. A couple spotting the remains prevented currents from carrying the body into Newark Bay and losing identification.
Zwicker and Speight Introduce Bill on Technical Parole Violations
Senator Andrew Zwicker and Assemblywoman Shanique Speight introduced a parole reform bill. It establishes early discharge rules for compliant individuals.
Sherrill Signs Voter Empowerment Act Into Law
On Thursday, Mikie Sherrill signed the John R. Lewis Voter Empowerment Act into law. Government agencies can face fines if election methods impair equal opportunity for minorities.
Wilsusen Confronts Primary Challenge From Barranco
Jefferson Mayor Eric Wilsusen faces a Republican primary challenge from former Assemblyman Christian Barranco. Barranco criticizes rising taxes and school closures, while Wilsusen highlights his emergency leadership and transparency.
Groups Urge Sherrill to Pause Large Data Centers
More than 60 organizations ask Governor Mikie Sherrill to impose a moratorium on new data centers using at least 20 megawatts of power. The groups want a pause until stronger statewide regulations are established.
Appellate Division Orders Reinstatement of Jersey City Officers
The New Jersey Appellate Division orders reinstatement of two Jersey City officers fired for off-duty cannabis use. Their attorney says they have not received police licenses or firearms but are owed back pay and benefits.