Man charged for holding woman hostage for nearly a year, traveling cross country

The woman’s year-long “nightmare” spanned several states across the country before she was finally able to escape to a gas station in New Jersey.

Trenton mayor calls for independent investigation into security after man fatally stabbed during basketball tournament
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Trenton's mayor is calling for an independent investigation of the security detail at CURE Arena after a man was fatally stabbed at the facility during a basketball tournament.

New Jersey uses new law to bypass local OK for offshore wind project

New Jersey utility regulators have used a controversial law enabling them to bypass local authorities and grant approvals needed for an offshore wind project to proceed.

Activists seek answers why so many whales have washed ashore on Jersey beaches

More than half a dozen whales have washed up dead on Jersey beaches since last fall and skeptical shore residents are calling into question the underwater surveying going on in preparation for the offshore wind farm.

Ewing schools reopen after threatening note found on suspected MSU shooter forced closures

Public schools in Ewing are expected to be back to a regular schedule Wednesday after a note found in the pocket of a man accused of a mass shooting at Michigan State University prompted all schools to shut down for the day.

Ewing schools abruptly close after threat found in pocket of alleged Michigan State shooter, police say

Public schools in Ewing, New Jersey were abruptly closed on Tuesday after authorities found a note threatening two district schools in the pocket of a man accused of a mass shooting at Michigan State University. 

Workers get support for Atlantic City casino smoking ban

Some Atlantic City casino dealers pushing for a smoking ban have received support from several state lawmakers during a long-awaited hearing on a bill that would end smoking inside the nine casinos.

Residents air concerns as South Jersey town discusses shutting down EMS services

Lots of emotion filled a meeting room in Burlington County on Monday as residents gathered to air their concerns about an issue that they say not only puts their safety at risk, but would also result in job losses. 

65-foot whale washes up on New Jersey beach

Officials in New Jersey are investigating the death of another whale after they say one washed up on Manasquan's inlet beach on Monday.