Mikie Sherrill elected governor of New Jersey, defeating Jack Ciattarelli
U.S. Rep. Mikie Sherrill on Tuesday was elected governor of New Jersey, raising hopes for Democrats and highlighting Republican vulnerabilities after there had been signs of a rightward shift in recent years in what has been a reliably blue state.
JetBlue flight diverted to Tampa International Airport after experiencing 'drop in altitude'
A JetBlue flight flying from Cancun, Mexico to Newark, New Jersey was diverted to Tampa on Thursday after the plane experienced a drop in altitude.
Sherrill blasts Trump, Ciattarelli over ‘illegal’ release of military records
Sherrill claims the Trump administration illegally released Mikie Sherrill’s unredacted Official Military Personnel File (OMPF) to Nicholas De Gregorio.
NJ legalizes human composting, allowing remains to become soil
Families who want to forgo a traditional burial to put their loved ones to rest in a more natural way can now do so in New Jersey.
NJ Sen. Cory Booker announces engagement to girlfriend Alex Lewis: 'Thrilled to share'
New Jersey Sen. Cory Booker is engaged!
Popular New Jersey mall hit with lawsuit for selling clothes on Sunday
Lawsuit alleges 120 retail stores violated Bergen County's blue laws hundreds of times since January.
Mother and son arrested at Miami airport after fatal New Jersey street racing crash and escape attempt
Alvi Limani and his mother were arrested near Miami while attempting to flee to Albania after deadly BMW street race crash in New Jersey.
Pilots fly dozens of pets from overcrowded Georgia animal shelters
Pilots to the Rescue, an NYC-based nonprofit organization, flew more than two dozen dogs and cats from crowded North Georgia animal shelters.
Earthquake reported in NJ, just miles outside of NYC
A 2.7-magnitude earthquake reportedly struck New Jersey, just outside of NYC, on Tuesday, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.
Earthquake in New Jersey: 3.0 magnitude
The United States Geological Survey said an earthquake hit New Jersey late Saturday night. Here’s what we know.
Watch: Delivery driver has close call after lightning strikes near New Jersey home
The driver appeared startled and fortunately not injured.
4 detainees escape from Newark ICE detention center after 'revolt,' officials say
Four men escaped from an ICE detention center in Newark, New Jersey, after dozens of migrant detainees reportedly staged a revolt on Thursday.
Rep. LaMonica McIver indicted on federal charges after scuffle at ICE facility
U.S. Rep. LaMonica McIver has disputed the allegations as baseless.
Are the Epstein files still sealed? Here’s what we know
After Elon Musk claimed Donald Trump appears in the Epstein files, pressure is mounting on the federal government to release more details. Here’s what we know about the status of the files.
Toddler rescued from luggage conveyor belt at Newark Liberty International Airport
Officers are being praised for saving the life of a young child after some terrifying moments unfolded at an airport in New Jersey last week.
Rep. LaMonica McIver charged with assault after Newark mayor’s arrest outside ICE facility
New Jersey Rep. LaMonica McIver is facing federal assault charges after a clash with officers during the arrest of Newark Mayor Ras Baraka outside a detention center. Prosecutors dropped Baraka’s case but say McIver impeded law enforcement.
Teen escapes after being held captive, abused by South Jersey couple for years: officials
A South Jersey couple is facing a list of charges for a disturbing case of child abuse where officials say a girl was forced to endure deplorable living conditions while being sexually abused, before she was able to escape years later.
Newark mayor released after being arrested at ICE facility during protest with congressional Dems
Newark Mayor Ras Baraka was arrested at a federal immigration detention center where he has been protesting its opening this week.
New Jersey wildfire: Man, 19, charged with arson in wildfire that has burned thousands of acres
A 19-year-old man has been charged with arson in connection with a massive wildfire that torched thousands of acres of woodland in Ocean County.
Nadine Menendez, wife of for Sen. Robert Menendez, convicted in bribery scheme
Nadine Menendez, the wife of former U.S. Senator Bob Menendez, was convicted Monday of conspiring with her husband in a sweeping bribery scheme involving gold bars, cash, and a luxury car.