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July 7, 2023

NJ cargo ship blaze that killed 2 firemen expected to burn for several more days

A fire aboard a cargo ship docked in Newark, New Jersey, which has killed two firefighters since its ignition Wednesday night, is expected to burn for several more days.

July 7, 2023

NJ shore town unfazed by $12M fine; continues repairing dunes in defiance of state officials

North Wildwood, New Jersey, was reportedly still reshaping its badly-eroded dunes as recently as last month, again defying state officials who refuse to approve the project.

July 6, 2023

NJ Gov. Murphy signs off on tax break for offshore wind developer

Democratic New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy on Thursday signed into law a tax credit waiver for Danish offshore wind developer Orsted, reportedly worth almost $1 billion.

July 6, 2023

2 New Jersey firefighters killed battling blaze inside cargo ship

Two firefighters were killed battling a fire aboard a cargo ship that was loaded with 5,000 cars at Port Newark in New Jersey, officials said Thursday.

July 6, 2023

2 New Jersey firefighters killed while battling fire on cargo ship carrying 5,000 cars

A fire onboard a cargo ship at a port in Newark, New Jersey, killed two firefighters on July 6, 2023. The cargo ship was carrying 5,000 cars.

July 6, 2023

New Jersey judge's raunchy TikTok videos spur formal judicial conduct complaint: 'Poor judgment'

Bergen County Superior Court Judge Gary Wilcox is facing a formal complaint regarding TikTok videos he posted that depict him lipsynching profane songs in his courtroom.

July 5, 2023

Christie defends recommending to Trump that Chris Wray lead the FBI: 'He's done a very good job'

Chris Christie said he stands behind recommending then-President Trump appoint Christopher Wray the FBI director, after months of criticism from Republicans.

July 5, 2023

Biden admin approves massive wind farm amid rising whale death toll

The Biden administration approved an offshore wind project that will span 68,450 acres off the coast of New Jersey despite the increasing number of whale deaths in the area.

July 3, 2023

Jurors return in trial of NJ officer accused of shooting, killing suspects in high-speed chase

Jurors are set to resume deliberations in the aggravated manslaughter case of suspended Newark, New Jersey police officer Jovanny Crespo as the defense seeks a mistrial.

July 3, 2023

Boston serial rape suspect Matthew Nilo hid dark secrets in double life as fiance, attorney: expert

Matthew Nilo, an attorney accused of a series of sex assaults in Boston between 2007 and 2008, appears to have lived a double life for years, says a forensic psychologist.