New Portal Bridge will be open for NJ Transit riders on Monday
One track of the new bridge will officially go into service for passengers on Monday, marking a transfer from the current 116-year-old swing bridge.
One track of the new bridge will officially go into service for passengers on Monday, marking a transfer from the current 116-year-old swing bridge.
Record $3.4M Jersey Cash 5 jackpot lottery ticket sold in Trenton convenience store
A lucky lottery player in Mercer County won a record $3.4 million Jersey Cash 5 jackpot. The winning ticket was sold at a Trenton convenience store.
A lucky lottery player in Mercer County won a record $3.4 million Jersey Cash 5 jackpot. The winning ticket was sold at a Trenton convenience store.
Record $3.4M Jersey Cash 5 jackpot lottery ticket sold in Trenton convenience store
A lucky lottery player in Mercer County won a record $3.4 million Jersey Cash 5 jackpot. The winning ticket was sold at a Trenton convenience store.
A lucky lottery player in Mercer County won a record $3.4 million Jersey Cash 5 jackpot. The winning ticket was sold at a Trenton convenience store.
How can it be near 80 degrees one day and cold the next in New York?
The Northeast has seen wild temperature swings — from record 80s one day to snow showers the next. Scientists say weather patterns like cold fronts and climate factors help explain it.
The Northeast has seen wild temperature swings — from record 80s one day to snow showers the next. Scientists say weather patterns like cold fronts and climate factors help explain it.
Montclair voters divided after heated school referendum
Montclair voters narrowly approved a $12.6M one-time school tax by 80 votes and rejected a $5M permanent increase, delivering razor-thin results in a high-stakes referendum on a $20M budget deficit.
Montclair voters narrowly approved a $12.6M one-time school tax by 80 votes and rejected a $5M permanent increase, delivering razor-thin results in a high-stakes referendum on a $20M budget deficit.
New Jersey celebrates St. Patrick's Day 'the hardest,' study says
A new study revealed where St. Patrick's Day celebrations are intensifying in the United States, and where they are losing momentum.
A new study revealed where St. Patrick's Day celebrations are intensifying in the United States, and where they are losing momentum.
Girl Scouts troop draws buzz after runaway cookie sales outside cannabis shop
A New Jersey Girl Scouts troop found cookie sales in high demand outside a cannabis dispensary, but the move may have landed the group in hot water with the organization's leaders.
A New Jersey Girl Scouts troop found cookie sales in high demand outside a cannabis dispensary, but the move may have landed the group in hot water with the organization's leaders.
E-Z Pass transponders may be replaced with stickers in New Jersey
The New Jersey Transit Authority says E-Z Pass' plastic transponders could soon be replaced by stickers equipped with digital chips and barcodes.
The New Jersey Transit Authority says E-Z Pass' plastic transponders could soon be replaced by stickers equipped with digital chips and barcodes.
PATH train Hoboken lines suspended due to 'power issue'
Both Hoboken lines on the PATH train are suspended due to a power issue.
Both Hoboken lines on the PATH train are suspended due to a power issue.
Daylight saving time: NY waiting on these 5 states to make it permanent
As daylight saving time approaches, the argument to make it permanent in the United States has resurfaced yet again.
As daylight saving time approaches, the argument to make it permanent in the United States has resurfaced yet again.
NYC forecast: sunshine and mild today, light snow Sunday before rain next week
Sunshine and mild temperatures return to New York City today, but a brief chance of light snow is expected Sunday before a pattern shifts toward rain early next week.
Sunshine and mild temperatures return to New York City today, but a brief chance of light snow is expected Sunday before a pattern shifts toward rain early next week.
Another winter storm could bring more snow to NYC, NJ, CT next week
The NYC area may not be done with winter yet. Forecast models show another potential storm early next week that could bring accumulating snow to parts of the Northeast.
The NYC area may not be done with winter yet. Forecast models show another potential storm early next week that could bring accumulating snow to parts of the Northeast.
Car crash in Newark allegedly connected to ICE pursuit, according to Mayor Baraka
The City of Newark posted a statement from Mayor Ras Baraka about a car crash allegedly involved with an ICE pursuit on X.
The City of Newark posted a statement from Mayor Ras Baraka about a car crash allegedly involved with an ICE pursuit on X.
How does snow melt when temperatures are still below freezing?
Even with air temperatures below freezing, snow and ice can still melt. Here’s why warm sun, ground heat and humidity matter more than the thermometer number.
Even with air temperatures below freezing, snow and ice can still melt. Here’s why warm sun, ground heat and humidity matter more than the thermometer number.
2026 SNAP benefit amounts: Here’s how much families can receive in New York, New Jersey
SNAP benefit amounts for 2026 vary by household size and income. This article explains the maximum monthly benefits and how payments are calculated.
SNAP benefit amounts for 2026 vary by household size and income. This article explains the maximum monthly benefits and how payments are calculated.
February 2026 blizzard totals: How much did it snow across the Northeast US?
The February 2026 nor’easter brought heavy snow across the Northeast. See snow totals from DC and Virginia to NY, NJ, Pennsylvania and CT.
The February 2026 nor’easter brought heavy snow across the Northeast. See snow totals from DC and Virginia to NY, NJ, Pennsylvania and CT.
LIRR, NJ Transit, MTA commute updates for Feb. 24
The major snow storm continues to impact public transportation for people in the New York and New Jersey area.
The major snow storm continues to impact public transportation for people in the New York and New Jersey area.
Newark announces mandatory overnight travel ban due to snowstorm
Newark Mayor Ras J. Baraka has issued a mandatory travel ban prohibiting all non-exempt vehicles from operating on roadways within Newark city limits from 9 p.m. Sunday until 7 a.m. Monday morning.
Newark Mayor Ras J. Baraka has issued a mandatory travel ban prohibiting all non-exempt vehicles from operating on roadways within Newark city limits from 9 p.m. Sunday until 7 a.m. Monday morning.
NYC blizzard warning: Up to 24 inches of snow possible Sunday into Monday l LIVE updates
The NYC area, including parts of NJ, is bracing for the first blizzard in more than a decade as remnants of the last major snowfall still remain across the city.
The NYC area, including parts of NJ, is bracing for the first blizzard in more than a decade as remnants of the last major snowfall still remain across the city.
New Jersey State Police announce mandatory travel restriction ahead of winter storm
The New Jersey State Police have issued a mandatory overnight travel restriction as a powerful winter storm is expected to bring heavy snow, blizzard conditions and strong winds across the state.
The New Jersey State Police have issued a mandatory overnight travel restriction as a powerful winter storm is expected to bring heavy snow, blizzard conditions and strong winds across the state.