Former New Jersey Gov. Richard J. Codey dies at 79

Former New Jersey Gov. Richard J. Codey died peacefully at home surrounded by family after a brief illness, his family announced. He was 79 years old.

Rock thrown at school bus fractures 8-year-old’s skull; suspect arrested

A New Jersey man has been arrested and charged in connection with a series of rock-throwing incidents on the New Jersey Turnpike, including one that seriously injured a child riding on a school bus.

Murphy signs legislation aimed at restricting cell phone use in New Jersey schools

Grade schools in New Jersey will soon be required to adopt policies that restrict the use of cell phones or other internet-enabled devices starting next academic year.

Piscataway, NJ murders: Police ID suspect and victims

NJ officials identified the man killed in the police-involved shooting as Jordan Barnes, 29, from Piscataway. They say he is responsible for killing his mother and grandparents.

Hudson County New Jersey Lottery player wins $3 million 'Win for Life' prize

A New Jersey Lottery player in Hudson County is starting the year with a multimillion-dollar win after hitting the top prize in a Win for Life scratch-off game.

Fire in Roselle Park, NJ rips through warehouse

Police urged residents to avoid the area around West Westfield and Valley roads while crews worked to contain the fire.

These New Jersey laws take effect in 2026

NJ is set to enact a slate of new laws in 2026, including a small bump to the Garden State's minimum wage and a toll increase on Delaware River bridges.

Police respond to reports of shot fired at Willowbrook Mall

The Wayne Police Department is investigating an incident of a gunshot reportedly being fired at Willowbrook Mall earlier tonight, Dec. 30.

2 helicopters crash in NJ; 1 dead, 1 critically injured

One person is dead and another is fighting for his life after two helicopters collided mid-air and crashed moments after taking off from Hammonton Municipal Airport late Sunday morning, authorities said.

NJ health officials warn of possible measles exposure at Newark airport

New Jersey health officials are alerting residents to potential measles exposure linked to a traveler who passed through Newark Liberty International Airport earlier this month while infectious.

Ice threat returns as freezing rain targets New York, New Jersey Sunday night

A period of freezing rain is expected to move across parts of the Northeast Sunday evening, prompting winter weather advisories and raising concerns about dangerous travel conditions in New York and New Jersey.

Storm could bring up to 11 inches of snow to NY, NJ: Snowfall amounts, advisories, alerts

An incoming snowstorm could bring up to 12 inches across parts of the Tri-State Area, bringing hazardous travel conditions and bitter cold temperatures heading into the weekend.

NYC snow storm: Winter storm warnings issued, 6+ inches of snow possible

In a worst-case scenario, the National Weather Service predicts that parts of New York state and New Jersey could see up to 10 inches of snow.

Man charged with murder in Kearny bow-and-arrow killing

When officers attempted to contact Feijoo at his Kearny Avenue home, authorities said he barricaded himself inside.