Monmouth Park

Mayors in New Jersey say the recent fireworks law change may be to blame for the explosion in illegal fireworks displays.

The lockdown also temporarily interrupted primary day voting at Asbury Park High School.

Hanging over opening day is the threat of a boycott by jockeys over New Jersey's new policy prohibiting jockeys from using their whip or riding crop on a horse during a race or while exercising.

Whips, also called crops, could only be used for safety purposes and not to encourage a horse to run faster, according to the new rule.

While every entity has been affected by the virus, one of the hardest hit has been the entertainment industry.

Gustavo Martínez disputes a report by the Monmouth County Prosecutor's Office investigation that says police didn't know he was a journalist.

The state has filed a lawsuit against this Jersey Shore municipality over a City Council resolution allowing indoor dining starting Monday.

The park's CEO said all plans need the OK from Governor Murphy, who has shown "exceptional leadership" during COVID-19.

Maximum Security captured the $1 million Haskell Invitational and, unlike the Kentucky Derby, survived a steward's inquiry Saturday night.

Racing officials reacted to mounting pressure on Saturday and canceled six non-stakes horse races and delayed the $1 million Haskell Invitational by two hours.