About New Jersey Investigates
About New Jersey Investigates
New Jersey Investigates is an independent news platform focused on delivering fact-based, data-driven journalism across the state of New Jersey.
We cover the stories that matter most—local issues, transportation, politics, public safety, and community-impact investigations—with clarity, depth, and accountability.
Our Mission
The mission of the New Jersey Center for Investigative Reporting is to provide transparent, reliable journalism that keeps New Jersey residents informed about the issues shaping their communities.
We believe local journalism plays a critical role in democracy, accountability, and public awareness.
Why We Exist
New Jersey has seen a decline in local news coverage over the years, leaving gaps in accountability and reporting.
We were created to fill that gap by focusing on:
✔ Local investigative reporting
✔ Data-driven journalism
✔ In-depth coverage of underreported stories
✔ Public interest accountability
Investigative feature stories
Business & local economy
Crime & public safety
Politics & governance
Transportation
What We Cover
Our reporting focuses on real issues affecting everyday life in New Jersey, including:
Our Approach
We prioritize accuracy, evidence, and clarity in every story we publish.
Our journalism is:
✔ Fact-checked and research-based
✔ Focused on local relevance
✔ Free from outside influence
✔ Designed to inform, not sensationalize