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Along with reading, writing, and arithmetic, bullying is a fact of life for many children in our area. But on Tuesday, Jersey City schools said "enough," and have launched an innovative program to ban bullying.
Authorities have launched an investigation after an amateur video was posted online showing a police officer punching a Rutgers University student during an arrest over the weekend.
Officials say some businesses promise same day refunds when you file your taxes, find out why you may get more money if you wait.
Officer Rachel Morgan was shot during a wild gunfight with 23-year-old Michael Carmody Sunday night near the Garden State Parkway.
Both Newark and Camden have laid off over 160 cops within the last three months.
The Campbell Soup Co. wants to knock down a former Sears department store building to make way for an office park, but a group of activists has been fighting for years to keep the building near the Campbell headquarters intact.
Police officials said a gunman tried to hold up the Roy T. Jewelers store before shooting its owner and turning the gun on himself around 4:45 p.m. Monday.
On Monday police were warning residents in a quiet community to be extra careful after an elderly woman was found murdered in her home.
Officer Rachel Morgan, a two-year veteran of the force, was pursuing driver Michael Carmody when the suspect opened fire, authorities said.
New Jersey's two U.S. senators are touting a proposal to build a new "Gateway Tunnel'' to boost needed rail passenger services between New York City and New Jersey.
The bill reduces the maximum fine for driving without a license, registration or insurance card if the driver can prove he or she was legal at the time of the stop.
When Samir Elbassiouny sees Egyptians fighting for democracy, he fills with pride.
The Senate Law and Public Safety Committee has invited several speakers to address a recent spike in violent crime.
Rep. Bill Pascrell, Jr. said his measure titled ConTACT Act would help prevent and treat sports-related head injuries and concussions.
When asked who lives next to her, Washington Township's Ruth Rice was proud to wave her Green Bay Packer flag and say, "BJ Raji."
