As the 2026 Winter Games unfold in Milan and Cortina, hockey has once again seized the global spotlight—and for New Jersey fans, the timing...

New Jersey’s deep musical roots are being carried forward by a new wave of artists emerging from Monmouth University, where students and alumni are reimagining the music of Bruce Springsteen through an ambitious project that blends tradition with modern creativity. Their EP, Runaway American Dream, has become both a celebration of a landmark album and a showcase for the next generation of New Jersey musicians, while also positioning Monmouth as a growing force in the state’s contemporary music scene. Released by the university’s student-run label, Blue Hawk Records, Runaway American Dream was created in honor of the 50th anniversary of Springsteen’s iconic Born to Run. Rather than offering straightforward covers, the project takes a bold approach,...

New Jersey’s winter sports landscape is delivering one of its most compelling storylines in years, stretching from the college hardwood in Newark to packed high school gyms and wrestling rooms across the state. At every level, programs that were once overlooked or underestimated are now reshaping expectations—and in doing so, reinforcing New Jersey’s reputation as one of the most competitive high school and collegiate sports environments in the region. New Jersey high school sports are entering a pivotal "Championship February." Here is the latest update on the teams and athletes dominating the headlines as of February 9, 2026: Boys Basketball: Bergen County Jamboree & Statewide Rankings  Bergen Catholic remains the undisputed No. 1 team in the state, recently cruising into...