NJ, CT, other states extend ban on youth hockey

The governors of the six New England states and New Jersey have extended a prohibition on interstate youth hockey through the end of January.

Joe Lewis Clark, principal from 'Lean On Me,' dead at 82

Joe Louis Clark, the baseball bat and bullhorn-wielding principal who inspired the 1989 film “Lean on Me,” died at his Florida home on Tuesday.

NJ outlines COVID vaccine distribution plan

The New Jersey COVID vaccine distribution plan as outlined by the state health commissioner Monday involves breaking up the population into groups from Category 1A- Category 1C, followed by the general public.

Frozen whale on LBI challenge to remove from beach

Authorities say the carcass of a dead humpback whale washed ashore at a New Jersey beach on Christmas after a storm.

Murphy: Please stay home for Christmas as virus persists

Murphy used his final coronavirus briefing before the holiday to urge New Jerseyans not to gather with extended family as a means of limiting the spread of the virus.

Preventing Christmas tree fires can stop millions in property damage every year

Christmas trees are a must for many. But while the sight of a fully decorated tree may inspire joy, these trees can pose a significant fire threat if they’re not properly maintained.

NJ is told to expect thousands fewer COVID-19 vaccines

New Jersey's top health official says the federal government is telling the state to expect thousands of fewer COVID-19 vaccines next week.

Supreme Court orders NJ to reexamine religious services restrictions

The Supreme Court on Tuesday ordered lower federal courts in Colorado and New Jersey to reexamine state restrictions on indoor religious services

NJ's first COVID-19 vaccine doses given Tuesday in Newark

According to Gov. Murphy, the first 76,000 vaccines will be healthcare workers and long-term care residents and staff. 

Man admits filing fake liens against NJ officials

A Pennsylvania man has admitted filing fraudulent liens against police and court officials in New Jersey in retaliation for a motor vehicle ticket.

Newark Penn Station to get $190 million makeover

Gov. Phil Murphy announced a planned $190 million facelift for Newark's train, bus, and light rail station. About 50,000 people per day pass through the station, making it among the 10 busiest in the country.