'Pavement heave' on NJ Garden State Parkway stifles 4th of July traffic

A 'pavement heave' caused a portion of the roadway on the Garden State Parkway to buckle on Tuesday evening, causing a major traffic jam.

2024 Macy’s 4th of July fireworks: Where to watch in NJ

The Macy's 4th of July Fireworks 2024 show will launch from the Hudson River in NYC, which means parts of NJ will also have a view. Here's the best places to see the summer spectacular.

Lakewood murder: NJ mom charged with drowning her two children

A mother in Lakewood, NJ – identified as Naomi Elkins – has been charged with murder in the deaths of her two children at a home on Shenandoah Drive, Ocean County authorities said.

NJ man fatally struck by lightning on beach while warning kids of storm

Seaside Park police officials told local news outlets Patrick Dispoto was found unresponsive on the J Street beach on Sunday in NJ.

TSA unveils 3D scanners to speed up checkpoints at Newark Airport

In addition to better detection, the new technology allows travelers to leave electronics inside their carry-ons, saving them time in line.

NJ man caught with loaded gun at Newark Airport

A New Jersey man was caught with a loaded gun inside his book bag at Newark Liberty International airport last week, authorities said.

Why is Jersey Shore water so crystal clear lately?

The water at the Jersey Shore is looking rather different these days - it's clear, and even a little more blue!

NJ Transit rail service in and out of Penn Station facing more delays

New Jersey Transit trains heading in and out of New York Penn Station are facing up to 60 minute delays due to AMTRAK overhead wire issues in one of the Hudson River tunnels, officials say.

Large fire near NJ Turnpike in Secaucus put out after slowing traffic, halting rail service

A large brush fire that had burned in Secaucus near the New Jersey Turnpike portion of I-95 has been put out, after causing traffic and transit delays throughout the NYC area.

State Fair Meadowlands 2024: Your guide for rides, food and fun

The State Fair Meadowlands is set to kick off on Thursday at the MetLife Stadium parking lots in East Rutherford, NJ. Here's what you need to know about the annual tradition.

Gov. Phil Murphy announces major clemency plan in New Jersey

New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy announced a major clemency plan that would wipe out the criminal convictions of thousands of people. 

NJ police warning: Burglars using Wi-Fi jammers to disable home security, 911 calls

Police in Florham Park, New Jersey are warning that burglars are using Wi-Fi jamming devices to stop victims from using their cellphones to dial 911 before breaking into homes.