10 things about Tinton Falls, New Jersey’s Owen Kenney

Owen Tillman Kenney, a student at the College of Charleston, was born into a family with military ties. He graduated from Red Bank Catholic High School in 2024. Tragically, he took his own life on October 31, 2025, after being seen on the Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge in Charleston.

10 things about Miss USA 2025 first runner-up Ivy Harrington

Ivy Harrington, a 31-year-old communications specialist and athlete from New Jersey, has competed in Miss New Jersey USA multiple times, winning the title in 2025 and becoming the runner-up at Miss USA 2025. A graduate of Morgan State University, she is also known for her advocacy in women's athletics.

Camden, New Jersey’s Everton Thomas arrested in Buffalo, New York

Everton Thomas, 41, of Camden, New Jersey and Sherrie Parker, 41, are the parents of Deshawn Thomas, 22. Everton allegedly fatally shot Harold Miller Jr. of Deptford Township, New Jersey and asked his wife and son to dismember the victim's body.

13 things about Summit, New Jersey native Alina Habba

Alina Saad Habba, an Iraqi-American lawyer and political advisor, was born in New Jersey and has two siblings. A legal career began in 2011, with stints at multiple firms, including her own, Habba, Madaio and Associates. She joined Trump's legal team in 2021 and faced various notable lawsuits on his behalf.

10 things about Miss Teen USA 2023 UmaSofia Srivastava

UmaSofia Srivastava, the first Miss Teen USA of Indian-Mexican descent, emerged as Miss Teen USA 2023 after serving as Miss New Jersey Teen USA 2023. Born in New Jersey, she is a pianist, author, and illustrator. She actively supports children's education and healthcare efforts through the Lotus Petal Foundation.

13 things about Ewing, New Jersey’s Melissa Kohberger

Melissa Anne Kohberger is Amanda Kohberger and Bryan Kohberger's sister. Their parents Michael Kohberger and MaryAnn Kohberger are residents of Chestnuthill Township, Pennsylvania.

13 things about Summit, New Jersey’s Dr. Saad F. Habba

Dr. Saad F. Habba, an Assyrian-American gastroenterologist from Summit, New Jersey, graduated from the Royal College of Surgeons in Dublin and emigrated from Iraq in the 1980s. He is known for identifying Habba Syndrome and contributing to the understanding of irritable bowel syndrome. He is affiliated with Overlook Medical Center.

13 things about Miss Universe Taguig 2024 Christi McGarry

Christi Lynn Landrito McGarry is a notable Filipino-American beauty queen, disc jockey, and model, known for being the first to represent the Philippines twice in Miss Intercontinental. Raised in New Jersey, she has an extensive pageantry resume, including titles like Miss Teen Philippines-USA and multiple placements in national competitions.

Netflix film ’72 Hours’ needs extras for club, yacht scenes in New Jersey

The Netflix comedy film "72 Hours" will be filmed in New Jersey, requiring actors aged 18 to 35 for nightclub and yacht scenes. White men aged 18 and older, 6'2" to 6'5" tall, are also needed as photo doubles. Kevin Hart stars as an executive joining a bachelor party to revive his career.

Bridgeton, New Jersey’s Ahmed Omera accused of brandishing assault rifle in Wildwood

Ahmed Omera, a concrete specialist from Bridgeton, New Jersey, has held various jobs, including solar consultant and customer service representative. In May 2025, he was arrested for brandishing an assault rifle, leading to charges of unlawful weapon possession. Omera is currently held pending a detention hearing.