19 New Jersey deaths linked to extreme heat

Millions of people across the world have been experiencing an unusual and unbearable hot and humid summer as temperatures have impacted various regions since the start of 2026. 

Brazil, Norway round of 16 preview: World Cup knockout clash in New York New Jersey Stadium

Brazil and Norway are bringing World Cup knockout soccer to East Rutherford, where Erling Haaland and Norway will try to pull off a major upset against one of the tournament’s biggest powers.

Germany vs Ecuador preview: Ecuador’s World Cup survival on the line in NYC, NJ

Germany faces Ecuador at New York New Jersey Stadium in a Group E World Cup match with major stakes for Ecuador and a local connection for fans across New York and New Jersey.

Former mob enforcer turned NJ councilman 1 of 2 arrested in extortion case

New Jersey officials arrested two men this week, including a former mob associate turned local councilman, in connection with an extortion investigation.

United flight strikes light pole and tractor-trailer landing at Newark Airport

A United Airlines flight arriving from Venice made contact with a light pole while on its final approach to Newark Liberty International Airport on Sunday afternoon, according to an airline statement.

Sound Transit to keep light rail prices steady during World Cup in Seattle

While soccer fans in parts of the country face staggering transportation price hikes during the World Cup, local transit officials announced that fares for Seattle’s matches will remain at standard rates.

Girl Scouts troop draws buzz after runaway cookie sales outside cannabis shop

A New Jersey Girl Scouts troop found cookie sales in high demand outside a cannabis dispensary, but the move may have landed the group in hot water with the organization's leaders.

Second pilot dies after fiery midair helicopter collision in New Jersey

Two pilots are now dead as of Monday morning after two helicopters collided midair and crashed moments after taking off from Hammonton Municipal Airport late Sunday, according to police.

Mikie Sherrill elected governor of New Jersey, defeating Jack Ciattarelli

U.S. Rep. Mikie Sherrill on Tuesday was elected governor of New Jersey, raising hopes for Democrats and highlighting Republican vulnerabilities after there had been signs of a rightward shift in recent years in what has been a reliably blue state.

Sherrill blasts Trump, Ciattarelli over ‘illegal’ release of military records

Sherrill claims the Trump administration illegally released Mikie Sherrill’s unredacted Official Military Personnel File (OMPF) to Nicholas De Gregorio.

NJ legalizes human composting, allowing remains to become soil

Families who want to forgo a traditional burial to put their loved ones to rest in a more natural way can now do so in New Jersey.

Teen escapes after being held captive, abused by South Jersey couple for years: officials

A South Jersey couple is facing a list of charges for a disturbing case of child abuse where officials say a girl was forced to endure deplorable living conditions while being sexually abused, before she was able to escape years later.