Shark sightings surge: Separating fear from fact
Sharks have always shared the waters off the Jersey Shore, but this summer, they seem to be getting more attention than usual. From tagged great whites passing offshore to bull sharks and a massive tiger shark caught by anglers, reports of shark activity have made...
Gov. Sherrill targets ‘big tech’ with new law aimed at kids’ social media use
Law limits data gathering, bars some algorithmic recommendations Social media platforms will face a bevy of new restrictions in New Jersey that limit their use of children’s data, restrict algorithmic content recommendations to minors, and block notifications during...
New law to expand microtransit to seniors, disabled residents statewide
More state aid would be available for county programs that provide seniors and residents with disabilities with on-demand microtransit programs under legislation signed by Gov. Mikie Sherrill. New Jersey lawmakers voted unanimously in late June to pass a bill that...
Wrong-way driving report leads to two DUI charges in Egg Harbor Township
Two 20-year-old women were charged with driving under the influence after police said they discovered the pair switching seats in a liquor store parking lot Friday night. Egg Harbor Township police received a report at about 9:48 p.m. of a vehicle traveling east in...
Atlantic City Electric proposes energy storage project to address rising energy costs and strengthen reliability
Atlantic City Electric has filed a proposal with the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities (BPU) to develop a battery energy storage system in South Jersey, a critical investment designed to support affordability, strengthen grid reliability, and help address the...
