New Jersey bill could ban plastic utensils, hefty fines loom

A bill in New Jersey states that dining establishments would be required to offer reusable and wash utensils. Customers would also only receive plastic utensils and take out orders if they request them. Here's what we know.

NJ propane shortage: State of Emergency declared

This is in response to a service disruption at a major propane distribution plant in Marcus Hook, Pennsylvania, affecting home and commercial heating.

Atlantic City Mayor Marty Small's trial day 3: Hospital staff testifies

The child abuse trial of Atlantic City Mayor Marty Small continues on day three, with testimony shedding light on serious allegations against him.

Galloway fire: 8 condos affected, homeowner critical

An early morning fire in Galloway has shaken up a community as officials investigate the cause.

These new New Jersey laws go into effect in 2026

New Jersey is set to enact a slate of new laws in 2026, including a small bump to the Garden State's minimum wage and a toll increase on Delaware River bridges.

Arctic blast returns as weekend snow threat grows in Philadelphia and New Jersey

Philadelphia is bracing for another round of bitter cold as Arctic air settles over the region this week, with the potential for weekend snow returning to the I-95 corridor. Temperatures have already dropped sharply, and forecasters warn that even colder air will move in again by Saturday and Sunday.

New Jersey Powerball lottery player wins $2 million in Saturday drawing

A lucky New Jersey resident is now a multimillionaire, after a Powerball ticket sold in the Garden State hit for $2 million in Saturday’s drawing.

Santa actor, retired New Jersey elementary teacher, arrested in child exploitation investigation

A retired Hamilton Township school teacher who now portrays a Santa character at events has been arrested following an investigation by the Mercer County Prosecutor’s Office Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Unit, officials announced.

Which FIFA World Cup teams will be playing group-stage games in New York, New Jersey?

The New York/New Jersey region is among the premier host sites for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, and, importantly, has been selected to host the final match — making it the centerpiece location for the culmination of the world’s biggest soccer tournament.

Gloucester Township teen charged in 3 car thefts

A teenager was arrested on Wednesday following a series of vehicle thefts in Glocester Township, N.J.

Former Hamas hostage's memoir inspires at sold-out South Jersey event

Eli Sharabi, an Israeli citizen who endured 491 days in Hamas captivity, shared his story at a sold-out event at Congregation Beth El on Monday night.

Snow forecast for NYC-area: NJ declares partial state of emergency

Governor Phil Murphy has declared a state of emergency for Northwestern New Jersey due to a significant winter storm that will hit tomorrow.

Court rules Alina Habba unlawfully served as New Jersey’s top federal prosecutor

A major legal setback hit former New Jersey U.S. Attorney Alina Habba on Monday after a federal court ruled she was unlawfully appointed to her position, concluding she served beyond what federal law allows without Senate confirmation.