SC resident ignores evacuation order

Meet Jesse Nelson of James Island near Charleston, SC, who decided to hunker down and wait out the storm.  

3 sisters sell traditional clothing online

Meet the founders of Dashiki Pride, a clothing business that represents the sisters' African culture and aims to inspire entrepreneurs.  

Maid of honor wears T. rex costume

A woman said her sister the bride said "wear whatever you want" -- so she dressed as a dinosaur. Our A+ panel has fun with this one.  

3 construction options on table for Port Authority

Public comment is welcome at meetings in NYC and NJ on proposals for Port Authority. Jane Burnett talked to commuters.  

Superintendent touts progress at Newark schools

Newark School Superintendent Roger Leon stopped by the E. Alma Flagg School to greet returning students. Monica Guy met him there.  

New Yorkers rush to donate to Bahamas relief

New Yorkers are contributing to Dorian relief efforts in the Bahamas. Nate Rodgers was at the Bahamas Consulate General.  

Man rides motorcycle with dog on the back

Meet Sox, the Siberian husky who rides on the back of Michael Fiala's motorcycle and knows when to hold on tight.   

Florida gator park prepares for Dorian

The residents of Gatorland in Florida are secured ahead of Dorian. CEO Mark McHugh told us there's nothing to worry about.   

Local Red Cross ready to help in Southeast

An emergency relief vehicle is loaded and ready to head south as Dorian approaches the US. Monica Guy checked it out.  

NJ mom creates Perfect Lift for her son

Dana Edwards invented the Perfect Lift for her son who has muscular dystrophy. Monica Guy checked out the potentially lifesaving device. 

Technology makes it easy to track kids at college

Are you inclined to track your college-age kids at college? Clinical psychologist Dr. Jeff Gardere says you should back off.

Salsa dancers take over Times Square

Thousands of salsa dancers are converging on Times Square. Nate Rodgers talked to some of the performers.  

Professor Matthew, Chapelle's stand-up and more

Celebrity insider Dyana Williams has the scoop on Matthew McConaughey's latest gig and Dave Chappelle's Netflix special.   

Sunflower season gets a million times better

Liberty Farm in Sussex County, NJ, is showing off a million sunflowers on 300 acres. Monica Guy checked it out.  

Dog park neighbors want the barking to stop

Residents of a DC suburb are sick of the noise from a local dog park. Can they expect the pups to hush? Our A+ panel weighs in.  

Players shave heads to support coach with cancer

Meet Lyon College football coach Kris Sweet, who says he was blown away by his team's show of support for him as he battles cancer.   

Federal funds requested to replace Portal Bridge

As NJ Gov. Phil Murphy seeks federal funds to replace the Portal Bridge, the Kosciusko Bridge is ready for business. Jane Burnett reports.  

NJ school installs bullet-resistant doors

Classrooms got bullet-resistant doors in Harrington Park, NJ. Monica Guy checked them out.   

State police to join probe into rabbi attack

After a rabbi was attacked in Brooklyn, Gov. Cuomo calls on the state police to join the investigation. Nate Rodgers was in Crown Heights.  

Summer camp sets girls on alternate career paths

The Tools and Tiaras summer camp exposes girls to careers in the trades. Monica Guy was there for plumbing.