05/13/2026

NJ Legislature Approves $50.6B Budget Boosting Schools, Tax Relief

The New Jersey Legislature passed a record $50.6 billion fiscal 2027 budget Friday, delivering historic increases in K-12 education aid and property tax relief. Gov. Mikie Sherrill's plan pumps $12.4 billion into schools amid ongoing debates over equity and special needs funding. The measure now heads to the governor's desk, promising relief for families from Trenton to Newark.

May 13

4 Bergen County Residents Charged in $520K Drug Ring Bust

Authorities dismantled a sophisticated drug trafficking operation in Bergen County, arresting four residents and seizing 57 kilograms of cocaine along with $520,000 in cash. The ring distributed cocaine, ketamine, ecstasy and other drugs across New Jersey and New York. State officials hailed the takedown as a major blow to narcotics distribution.

May 13

NJ's Lakewood High Baseball Charges to State Semifinals

Lakewood High School's baseball team punched their ticket to the New Jersey state semifinals with a dominant regional championship win. The Piners' pitching and timely hitting propelled them past a tough sectional rival, igniting dreams of a first state title. Fans in Ocean County are buzzing as the squad eyes glory.

May 13

NJSIAA Track Championships in Central NJ Draw 2,000+ Athletes

May 13

Cherry Hill 5-Star Lands at Rutgers, Boosting NJ Hoops Pipeline

May 13

NJ Shore Towns See Record Spring Visitor Surge

New Jersey's coastal hotspots shattered records this spring with unprecedented visitor numbers flooding boardwalks from Atlantic City to Cape May. Preliminary data reveals a boom that's pumping billions into local economies ahead of summer. Officials credit mild weather and pent-up demand for the surge.

May 13

Newark Schools Launch High School STEM Push with Tech Partners

Newark Public Schools is rolling out a bold new STEM initiative targeting high schoolers, partnering with local tech giants to forge direct career pipelines in New Jersey's booming innovation sector. Building on nearly a decade of groundwork, the program equips students with hands-on lab experience and industry mentorship. Officials say it could transform urban education and job prospects in the Ironbound City.

May 13

NJDEP Issues Ozone Alert for Northern New Jersey Counties

The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection has issued an air quality alert for northern counties due to elevated ozone levels. Sensitive groups, including children and those with asthma, are urged to limit outdoor activities amid moderate pollution readings. The alert highlights ongoing challenges from regional pollutants.

May 13

The Algorithmic Tightrope: Personalization vs. Conformity

Are algorithms curating our experiences to enrich our lives, or are they trapping us in echo chambers that stifle growth and divide us further? Let's explore the fine line between personalized convenience and homogenized thought.

May 13

The Contentious Case of Counterpoint: Is Structured Disagreement Really Divisive?

May 13

Is the Era of Nuance Over? Point, Counterpoint, and the Missing Middle Ground

May 13

Numbers All Around: Unlocking the Fibonacci Fun in Everyday Life

May 13

Sync or Sink: Streamlining Your Brand Across Social Platforms

May 13

The Curious Case of Competing Truths: Can We All Be Right At Once?

In an age defined by opposing viewpoints, Splurge Sullivan dives into the possibility that multiple “truths” can coexist, and the potential value of embracing this complexity.

May 13

Woolwich Township Clarifies Stance on Data Centers Amid Regional Concerns

Woolwich Township officials confirm that current zoning prohibits data centers, addressing resident concerns sparked by regional development proposals.

May 13

Dante Fowler Signs With Seahawks After Lawrence's Super Bowl Pitch

May 13

Projected NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament Field Released: Florida Holds Top Seed

May 13

Top 25 Teams: Potential Award Candidates

May 13

NCAA Proposal Grants Bowl Eligibility Flexibility to 5-7 Teams Meeting Academic Standards

May 13