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.
NJ Sen. Cory Booker announces engagement to girlfriend Alex Lewis: 'Thrilled to share'
New Jersey Sen. Cory Booker is engaged!
Watch: Delivery driver has close call after lightning strikes near New Jersey home
The driver appeared startled and fortunately not injured.
4 detainees escape from Newark ICE detention center after 'revolt,' officials say
Four men escaped from an ICE detention center in Newark, New Jersey, after dozens of migrant detainees reportedly staged a revolt on Thursday.
Rep. LaMonica McIver indicted on federal charges after scuffle at ICE facility
U.S. Rep. LaMonica McIver has disputed the allegations as baseless.
Toddler rescued from luggage conveyor belt at Newark Liberty International Airport
Officers are being praised for saving the life of a young child after some terrifying moments unfolded at an airport in New Jersey last week.
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.
Newark mayor released after being arrested at ICE facility during protest with congressional Dems
Newark Mayor Ras Baraka was arrested at a federal immigration detention center where he has been protesting its opening this week.
New Jersey wildfire: Man, 19, charged with arson in wildfire that has burned thousands of acres
A 19-year-old man has been charged with arson in connection with a massive wildfire that torched thousands of acres of woodland in Ocean County.
Nadine Menendez, wife of for Sen. Robert Menendez, convicted in bribery scheme
Nadine Menendez, the wife of former U.S. Senator Bob Menendez, was convicted Monday of conspiring with her husband in a sweeping bribery scheme involving gold bars, cash, and a luxury car.
Jon Bon Jovi slammed by NJ mayor for turning town into ‘ground zero’ for homeless
Jon Bon Jovi’s soup kitchen is causing more issues than it's solving, in the opinion of Toms River Mayor Daniel Rodrick.
NJ child left marked by dog shock collar as mother, grandmother arrested: officials
A disturbing case of child abuse in South Jersey has ended with the victim's mother and grandmother being arrested and charged in connection to the horrific crimes.
Live turtle found in Pennsylvania man's pants at NJ airport
A “turtle-y" shocking discovery was made at a local airport last week!
13 injured after school bus overturns on Garden State Parkway in New Jersey
13 people have been reportedly been hospitalized after a school bus crashed on the Garden State Parkway near Montvale in New Jersey on Monday evening.
FedEx plane seen flying while on fire near Newark Airport
The video Saturday morning showed another aviation close call in recent weeks, worrying some about the safety of flying.
Costco workers could go on strike if contract agreement not reached
Costco has until midnight to reach a new agreement with workers, or thousands of employees plan to walk off the job.
Ex-NJ Sen. Bob Menendez sentenced to 11 years in prison
Former New Jersey Senator Bob Menendez has been sentenced to 11 years in federal prison.
Trump's update on NJ drones: 'This was not the enemy'
President Donald Trump's administration has released an update on the mysterious drones spotted flying over New Jersey beginning last fall: "This was not the enemy."