Ex-cop gets 10 years for running meth lab at NJ home

Former Long Branch Police Officer Christopher Walls, 50, was sentenced to 10 years in state prison for operating a methamphetamine lab at his home.

NJ Transit train service disruption: Fierce winds knock pole onto tracks

Fierce winds and rain brought down a pole that supplies electricity to trains near Maplewood disrupting service on NJ Transit trains.

NJ cops and firefighters catch baby dropped from 2nd floor of burning building

Firefighters and police officers in New Jersey caught a baby that a frantic dad dropped out of a burning second-story apartment. A cop's body-worn camera captured the tense moments.

Many NJ schools drop mask mandate

For the first time in two years, New Jerseyans are not under a public health emergency and some kids don't need to wear masks to school. Some of the kids had never been in a classroom with a teacher who did not have their face covered.

NJ man convicted of brutal murder of 2 children, college student over Facebook post

7-year-old Ariel Little Whitehurst and her 11-year-old brother, Al-Jahon Whitehurst were stabbed to death by Jeremy Arrington. The third victim was shot to death. He was angry over a Facebook post from someone who lived at the home.

Bed Bath & Beyond stock soars as RC Ventures takes a big stake

The investment firm of billionaire Ryan Cohen has taken a large stake in Bed Bath & Beyond and is recommending that the struggling retailer sell all or part of its business.

Car theft ring accused of stealing $787,000 in luxury vehicles

A New Jersey car theft ring has stolen 22 vehicles worth over $787,000 including more than a dozen high-end Mercedes, BMWs, Land Rovers, and Audis, authorities say.

Student with gun arrested at Clark, NJ high school

A high school in suburban New Jersey was locked down on Friday morning after a student was found with a gun.

Newark wants to shut down Lukoil gas stations

The Newark City Council voted unanimously to ask the city’s business administrator to suspend the service stations' operating licenses, citing Lukoil's base in Moscow.

TikTok investigation:  Eight states look at effect on young people

TikTok is under investigation by eight states to find out if the popular platform harms its youngest users and violates consumer protection laws.

Newark drops public mask and vaccination mandates

You will no longer need to wear a mask indoors in public places or show proof of vaccination in Newark, Mayor Ras Baraka announced on Wednesday.

As COVID vaccine demand falls, states left with huge stockpiles

As the demand to get vaccines collapses in many areas, states are scrambling to use doses before they expire. From some of the least vaccinated states (Indiana and North Dakota) to some of the most vaccinated states (New Jersey and Vermont), health departments are trying to find providers that can use them.

Historic Hinchliffe Stadium could host baseball once again

Hinchliffe Stadium in Paterson, New Jersey, is one of the last remaining ballparks associated with the Negro Leagues. Will a major renovation entice Major League Baseball to hold a future "Field of Dreams" game there?

Borgata casino to renovate rooms, install new slot machines, new boss says

Atlantic City's market-leading Borgata casino has a new boss who is planning some significant investments, including renovating the hotel rooms and bringing in hundreds of new slot machines.

Underground railroad went through NJ restaurant

In the basement of the Bloomfield Steak and Seafood House in Bloomfield, NJ there is something truly remarkable. Deep in the cellar, it is a link to the roots of American history.

NJ urges COVID vaccine booster shots

Gov. Phil Murphy announced on Wednesday that he will soon end his regular COVID-19 pandemic briefings because of the overall progress against illnesses. But he and health officials are still urging residents to get boosted.