Green burials: The growing popularity of these eco-friendly options

Instead of spending thousands on traditional caskets, some families can opt for wicker caskets made from bamboo, seagrass, or woven wool – all biodegradable and environmentally sensitive.

Jets, Chiefs' fans react to Taylor Swift MetLife Stadium appearance

According to reports, prices for the Jets and Chiefs game increased as much as 40% amid rumors Taylor Swift would be in attendance to support Travis Kelce.

NYC deluged by rainfall in one of city's wettest days in decades

Heavy rains resulted in flooding across many parts of the New York City region on Friday, prompting a state of emergency and strict warning from NYC Mayor Eric Adams.

Flash floods hit several New Jersey counties

Gov. Murphy is encouraging residents in the north and central regions of the state to hunker down because the threat of flooding hasn't completely passed.

Sen. Menendez rejects calls to resign and says cash found in home was not bribes

Democratic U.S. Sen. Bob Menendez of New Jersey defiantly pushed back against federal corruption charges on Monday, saying he'd be exonerated and that prosecutors sometimes get the facts wrong.

Explosion in New Jersey leaves five people injured

Authorities in West Milford, New Jersey, said the structure collapsed, but it's still not clear what caused the explosion.

Sen. Bob Menendez and wife face bribery charges

The new charges follow a yearslong investigation. Between April and June of 2022, the couple cashed out at least part of their precious metal holdings, forms show, selling between $200,000 and $400,000 worth of gold bars, while keeping at least $250,000 worth of them.

NYC weather: Tropical Storm Ophelia winds, rain to hit tri-state area this weekend

Strong winds and periods of heavy rain are expected this weekend across the tri-state area as Tropical Storm Ophelia swirls past. FOX 5 NY's Mike Woods has the details.

Tunnel 2 Towers Foundation grants Sgt. Webb his dream home

6 years after retiring from the Marines with three purple hearts, Sgt Webb is finally in his own home.

Trucking warehouse to replace iconic Fair Lawn Nabisco plant site

The nine-member planning board unanimously approved Greek Development's site application to construct a trucking warehouse on the 40-acre property.

NYC weekend events: Things to do across the tri-state area

From Hip-Hop Forever at Madison Square Garden, to The Eagles at Prudential Center in New Jersey, here are some events happening this weekend across the New York City area.

Months later, New Jersey man tracks down stolen French bulldog

Xavier Burgos said his pup, Enzo, was stolen back in May, but thanks to an anonymous tip and some great detective work, Enzo is now back at home.

Offshore wind energy plans advance in New Jersey amid opposition

Two major offshore wind power projects are taking steps forward in New Jersey as the owners of one project agreed to bring the federal government in on their environmental monitoring plans at an earlier stage than has ever been done

NJ man rescued from Turkish cave following week-long international effort

Gretchen Baker spoke for Mark Dickey, the New Jersey-based scientist, who became extremely ill back on Sept. 2 1,040 meters deep in Morca cave in Southern Turkey.