How coconuts are being used to save New Jersey beaches from erosion
Coconut fiber logs now line more than 2,000 feet of the Jersey Shore with the goal of keeping the sand in place in an economical and sustainable way.
Possible meteorite strikes house in New Jersey, police say
Police say an object believed to be a meteorite struck the roof of a residence in Hopewell Township, N.J.
Oodles of noodles dumped in Old Bridge woods
A trail of cooked pasta -- as much as 400 pounds' worth -- was found alongside a creek in Old Bridge, New Jersey last week.
Muslim NJ mayor blocked from White House decries 'watch list'
The mayor said he has no idea why his name is on the list and that no one in the federal government will tell him.
New Jersey grandma of 10 plans to take grandkids to Disney with winnings from $1M Powerball
The millionaire grandma winner, who purchased the ticket on her phone, said she plans to spend most of her winnings on her grandchildren.
Struggling Bed Bath & Beyond files for bankruptcy protection
Bed Bath & Beyond has filed for bankruptcy protection, but the company says its stores and websites will remain open and continue serving customers.
Imam stabbed at Paterson mosque; suspect in custody
The motive for the attack is still under investigation.
Reports of black panther roaming New Jersey town unfounded, police say
Police say reports of a black panther wandering a New Jersey town are so far unsubstantiated after they responded to a call and instead found a large black dog.
Frank founder Charlie Javice arrested in New Jersey on fraud charges
The founder of the student loan assistance startup company Frank that J.P. Morgan Chase acquired for $175 million was arrested in New Jersey.
‘God must have put you in my car!’: Uber driver donates kidney to passenger
A New Jersey man’s Uber ride turned into a trip that would save his life.
Video shows dramatic rescue of 4-year-old boy, dog lost in NJ woods
Dramatic video from a state trooper’s body-worn camera shows the moment a terrified 4-year-old boy and his dog were rescued in the woods.
Volusia County Sheriff meets man accused of making threat against him: 'Welcome to Florida'
A New Jersey man accused of making an online death threat toward Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood was flown to Florida on Monday to face charges, and Sheriff Chitwood was at Orlando Sanford International Airport to meet him.
New Jersey sisters discover letters to their father from his best friend killed during World War II
Her father's friendship came to a tragic end in 1945, something the sisters believe affected him for the rest of his life.
Eight dolphins die after 'mass stranding' on New Jersey beach, officials say
A total of eight dolphins have died after a 'mass stranding' event on a New Jersey beach - including six who were humanely euthanized after veterinarians found their conditions were rapidly deteriorating,
Lawyer: 29-year-old who posed as teen student in NJ was lonely
A woman accused of using false documents to enroll as a New Jersey high school student and attend some classes over a four-day period did so because she longed to return to her days with friends in school.
Dead cat left in NJ resident's mailbox, prompting police investigation
The Cranford Police Department shared footage of someone who left a dead cat in a resident’s mailbox. Do you recognize this person?
Singer-songwriter Bobby Caldwell dies at 71
Caldwell was behind classic hits as “What You Won't Do for Love."
Harriet Tubman monument unveiled in New Jersey
The “Shadow of a Face” monument replaced a statue of Christopher Columbus which was removed in June 2020.
Supreme Court seems to favor Jersey in dispute with New York over port watchdog
The Supreme Court seems ready to allow New Jersey to withdraw from a commission the state created decades ago with New York to combat mob influence at the joint port.
Here are the happiest cities in the US
Is the city you live in considered "happy"? WalletHub released their rankings of 2023’s Happiest Cities in America.