New Jersey student arrested after posting photo of Airsoft rifle on Snapchat, cops say
A student from Howell High School was arrested after he posted a photo of what appeared to be a rifle to Snapchat, said police.
Toys R Us to open flagship store in New Jersey mall with 2-story slide, ice cream parlor
The American Dream mall will be home to the Toys R Us flagship store complete with a two-story slide and an ice cream parlor.
Cardboard Christmas tree is talk of Jersey Shore town
Opinions are flying about a cardboard Christmas tree display on Asbury Park's boardwalk. Convention Hall typically has a large fresh-cut Christmas tree in its grand open space. But this year, two local artists created a display that is drawing strong opinions.
Age-progressed image of missing girl Dulce Maria Alavez released
Authorities in New Jersey have released a rendering of what a girl who has been missing for more than two years might look like now.
Man arrested for gun at Newark-Liberty International
Police arrested a Florida man after he was stopped with a gun at a security checkpoint at Newark Liberty International Airport.
NJ officer killed pedestrian, then took the body home, prosecutor says
Authorities say a former officer fatally struck a pedestrian earlier this month. And instead of stopping and calling 9-1-1, he allegedly loaded the body into his car, took it home, discussed with his mother what to do with the remains, and took it back to the scene of the incident.
Century-old Wildwood boardwalk under major repair
One of the Jersey Shore's most popular boardwalks is undergoing repairs designed to better prepare it for summer crowds next year. has begun repairing several blocks of its century-old wooden walkway, as famous for the motorized tram cars that carry people up and down it as for the gigantic expanses of sand that stretch to the ocean. The first $4 million of what could eventually be a $30 million to $40 million project is being done solely with state funds included in this year's budget.
Bally's facade is rosy again; can the casino's future be, too?
A year after new owners took over Bally's casino in Atlantic City, a $100 million facelift is underway involving hotel rooms, the casino floor and more. Rhode Island-based Bally's Corporation bought the Boardwalk property last November.
VIDEO: Police seek suspects in string of violent street robberies in NJ
According to authorities, between two and four men are believed to be using stolen cars and targeting lone Hispanic men in morning and daytime robberies across the city.
NJ man pleads guilty in $400,000 GoFundMe scam
A New Jersey man who conspired with his girlfriend to concoct a feel-good story about a helpful homeless man and then used the lie to raise hundreds of thousands of dollars in donations online pleaded guilty
New USFL reveals team names, cities, logos for 2022 season
The new United States Football League (USFL) is launching in the spring of 2022, and on Monday the league revealed the city affiliations, names and logos for the eight teams that will take the field in April.
Man sets himself on fire, walks into Atlantic City convenience store
Police said the 24-year-old Somers Point man doused himself with rubbing alcohol and used a lighter to set himself on fire before going into the store.
FBI conducts new search for Jimmy Hoffa's remains in New Jersey
The FBI has carried out a new search in New Jersey for the remains of missing labor leader Jimmy Hoffa.
Build Back Better bill: Latest on the SALT deduction battle
Residents of high-tax states — such as New York and New Jersey — are looking for some relief on their tax bills via the Democrats' sweeping legislation that would raise the cap on the SALT deduction.
Starbucks worker in New Jersey contracts hepatitis A
A Starbuck store in New Jersey was closed after a worker tested positive for hepatitis A and everyone who visited the store over a several day period are being urged to get tested.
Student from NJ dies after falling 11 stories down trash chute at Penn State
A 19-year-old Penn State student who had been reported missing probably died after falling 11 stories down a trash chute in her dorm.
NJ Transit adds buses, trains for Thanksgiving holiday weekend
Early getaway rail and bus service will be available starting Wednesday to accomodate increased travel and to provide additional capacity to Newark Liberty International Airport and for those leaving work.
US Marshals arrest New Jersey double murder suspect in Tucson
On Wednesday morning, U.S. Marshals began surveillance of Vilorio-Jaquez at the apartment complex and he was arrested after leaving an apartment to walk his dog.
Bring this, don't bring that for Thanksgiving holiday travel, TSA says
The Transportation Security Authority and the Port Authority of NY and New Jersey say there are things you can, can't, and should bring with you when you travel by air this holiday season.
Former NJ cop admits to making methamphetamine at home
Under terms of a plea agreement with the Monmouth County Prosecutor’s Office, Christopher Walls, 50, faces up to 10 years in prison when he is sentenced in January.