Northern lights may be visible in New York, New Jersey: how and where to try

Sky-watchers in the New York City region may get a rare chance to glimpse the northern lights this week, as a burst of solar activity pushes the aurora further south than usual.

FAA issues ground delay at Newark Liberty International Airport due to staffing shortages

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) issued a ground delay program at Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) on Sunday morning, due to reported staffing shortages.

2 NJ men arrested in connection with Halloween terror plot in Detroit

Federal authorities arrested two men from Montclair, New Jersey, in connection with an alleged ISIS-inspired terror plot in Detroit.

Jersey City election results: Solomon, McGreevey advance to runoff

In the race for Jersey City mayor, former NJ Gov. Jim McGreevey and James Solomon, who was elected to the city council back in 2017, advanced to a runoff.

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.

Some Passaic County polls to stay open until 9 p.m. following bomb threats

Some polling locations in Passaic County, N.J. will stay open an extra hour after bomb threats came down earlier Tuesday across the state.

Live Jersey City mayor election results

Track real time election results in the race for Jersey City mayor.

Live 2025 NJ election results in race for governor, more

Track real-time election results below in the New Jersey governor's race, as well as other NJ races.

100+ people without a home after massive fire tears through Blackwood apartment complex

A massive fire tore through the Autumn Ridge Apartments in Blackwood, Gloucester Township early Saturday morning, leaving at least 100 residents without a home and several people injured.

Will I get my November SNAP benefits in New York, New Jersey during the government shutdown?

On Monday, the Trump administration announced that it will partially fund SNAP, although it's unclear at this time how much beneficiaries will receive nor how quickly they can expect to see those funds on their SNAP debit cards.

NJ governor polls, latest election news: Week of Oct. 26

Election Day in New Jersey is next week. Here's everything you need to know about the candidates for governor, polls and how to vote.

NJ Domino's Pizza brawl: Glassboro Police search for 2 suspects, chair thrown at officer

A police department in New Jersey is asking for the public’s help identifying two men accused of throwing a chair at an officer during a large fight inside a Domino’s Pizza early Saturday morning.

Staffing issues trigger ground stop at Newark Liberty International Airport on Sunday

Hours after a morning ground stop at Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a Ground Delay Program as staffing challenges continue to impact air traffic operations, according to a new Air Traffic Control System Command Center (ATCSCC) advisory.

New Jersey woman charged with attempted murder after stabbing 2-year-old brother: police

A 20-year-old woman from New Jersey is facing multiple charges, including attempted murder, after reportedly stabbing her 2-year-old brother in the chest inside a home on Saturday afternoon, according to police.

Barack Obama campaigns in NJ for Mikie Sherrill days before Election Day

Former President Barack Obama campaigned for democrats in New Jersey and Virginia just days before Election Day, as recent polls show a tightening race for New Jersey's next governor.