Irving Mayren-Guzman: 3 sentenced for assault of teen who was later found dead in Pleasantville

Three men have been sentenced to prison for their roles in the assault of Irving Mayren-Guzman, who was later reported missing and found dead in a marsh in Pleasantville, New Jersey.

N.J. lawmakers, mental health experts gather to find answers to combat rise in teen suicide cases

The Senate Education Committee held a hearing on Thursday afternoon where nearly a dozen speakers gave testimony on the great need for mental health resources among other interventions to support young people.

Another dead whale floats off Ocean County coast, as a dolphin washes up in Brigantine

In a span of 24 hours a dolphin washed up on the shore in Brigantine, and a dead whale was spotted floating off of Seaside Park. So far, no one has an answer as to why so many mammals have washed up dead on the shore.

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.

Murphy unveils $53.1B budget, renewing property tax rebates

New Jersey Democratic Gov. Phil Murphy has unveiled a $53.1 billion budget for fiscal year 2024. That's about 5% more than this year's spending plan.

Adventure Aquarium welcomes baby blue penguin to its growing colony

Congratulations are in order! The Adventure Aquarium in Camden has added a new - and very adorable - member to its penguin family.

Philadelphia worker dead after being trapped under concrete balcony in Sea Isle City, officials say

Officials say a 43-year-old construction worker is dead after a concrete balcony collapsed at a condominium in Sea Isle City, trapping the man and sparking an hours-long recovery operation.