2026 travel trends: What will Americans do next year?

From hosting the World Cup to celebrating our 250th anniversary, Americans have lots to travel for in 2026. Here’s a look at some of the trips already trending for the new year.

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.

IRS reveals updated retirement contribution limits for 2026

The IRS unveiled contribution limit changes for popular retirement plans, including 401(k) plans and IRAs.

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.

15-year-old boy killed, 14-year-old wounded in Bronx shooting

A 15-year-old boy is dead and another teen was injured after a shooting inside a Bronx residence and nearby street Saturday evening.

Duane 'Keffe D' Davis, suspect in Tupac's murder, claims police search was unlawful

Attorneys for Duane “Keffe D” Davis say he was a 60-year-old retired cancer survivor when police arrested him – not the dangerous drug dealer prosecutors are painting him to be.

Woman dies on Christmas, struck by bullet from man doing target practice nearby, police say

A man in Oklahoma told police he had been target practicing with a new gun he’d gotten for Christmas, when he heard someone died from a gunshot wound a couple of roads over.

New York reports highest number of flu cases ever recorded in a single week

New York is experiencing its worst week on record for influenza cases, prompting health officials to warn residents to take precautions as hospitalizations rise statewide.

Texas 19-year-old Camila Mendoza Olmos vanishes outside her home on Christmas Eve

A search is underway Saturday in Texas after a 19-year-old woman who "normally goes for a morning walk" disappeared outside of her home on Christmas Eve, police said.

Man arrested in deadly Christmas Day stabbing of CVS employee in Suffolk County

Suffolk County police say a man has been arrested and charged in connection with the deadly stabbing of a young employee inside a CVS store in Lindenhurst on Christmas Day.

How much snow fell on Saturday? Totals for NYC area

Snow fell across the Tri-State area on Friday night into Saturday morning, and observations from the National Weather Service show totals across NYC, Long Island, NJ and Connecticut.

JonBenet Ramsey case could benefit from new DNA technology

JonBenet Ramsey, who was murdered in her Boulder home on Christmas in 1996, may see her case revived as new DNA technology offers hope for answers.

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.