New Jersey State Police to be led by a woman for 1st time in over 100 years
Gov. Mikie Sherrill nominated Jeanne Hengemuhle to serve as acting superintendent of New Jersey's 3,000-member state police force.
Watch CBS News
Gov. Mikie Sherrill nominated Jeanne Hengemuhle to serve as acting superintendent of New Jersey's 3,000-member state police force.
New Jersey State Police are asking for the public's help with an aggravated assault investigation on a school bus. Investigators say a rock was thrown at the bus, shattering a window and seriously injuring a child. CBS News New York's Naveen Dhaliwal has the details.
The state attorney general says it happened just after 2 p.m. on Sunday at the intersection of Freeway Drive West and South Center Street. One man was injured. CBS News New York's Allen Devlin reports.
N.J. county prosecutors are taking over the Franklin Township Police Department amid the investigation of a sergeant accused of killing his ex-girlfriend.
Hunterdon County prosecutors are taking over the Franklin Township Police Department amid the investigation of a sergeant accused of killing his ex-girlfriend and her boyfriend.
A state police sergeant fatally shot his ex-girlfriend and her boyfriend before killing himself, Hunterdon County prosecutors say. CBS News New York's Christine Sloan reports.
A New Jersey State Police sergeant fatally shot his ex-girlfriend and her boyfriend before killing himself, Hunterdon County prosecutors say.
A dog rescue in New Jersey started out feisty, but ended in a new friendship.
The NAACP is calling for the removal of the man who runs the New Jersey State Police after the state attorney general released a scathing report about the institution.
The NAACP is calling for the removal of the man who runs the New Jersey State Police after the state attorney general released a scathing report about the institution. CBS News New York's Nick Caloway reports.
State-funded investigations found that the Internal Affairs process was weaponized against some troopers. CBS News New York's Tim McNicholas has more on the findings.
Johnny Gaudreau and brother Matthew Gaudreau were killed while riding bicycles in Oldmans Township, New Jersey, according to police.
Margo Nelson and Gail Soehnlein, both 82, are twins and have been missing since 7:30 a.m. on Monday. Soehnlein was driving a gray Hyundai Elantra with the license plate WDB38B. CBS News New York's Chris Wragge reports.
Two New Jersey state troopers helped deliver a baby boy who just couldn't wait until his parents got to the hospital. CBS New York's Christine Sloan has the exclusive story as the couple reunited with the troopers.
A New Jersey state trooper died Sunday while training at the NJSP headquarters in Ewing, Mercer County, Gov. Phil Murphy said.
CBS New York sat down exclusively with the head of the state police, Col. Patrick J. Callahan.
CBS New York's Christine Sloan sat down exclusively with the head of the state police, Col. Patrick J. Callahan.
How did a former New Jersey police officer, who was disciplined three times in a period of five years, go on to train thousands of officers while charging local governments thousand of dollars? CBS New York's Investigative Reporter Tim McNicholas shares what he found in his months-long investigation.
CBS New York brought you the entire rescue operation live during CBS2 News at 5 Wednesday.
A state police helicopter crew sent down a team to rescue two people stranded on a Clifton Fire Department boat.
Two firefighters were rescued Wednesday after becoming stranded in the Passaic River. They were trying to save others when they became stuck as well. CBS New York's Christine Sloan shows us how it all played out. Read more: https://cbsn.ws/3ppiHms
New Jersey has seen more than 1,200 fatal drug overdoses so far this year, many as a result of fentanyl.
Troopers arrived to find a woman in labor with the umbilical cord wrapped around the baby.
Highway hazmat damages totaled nearly $10 million in New Jersey, according to transportation data from 2013 to 2022.
The boy and his dog wandered almost half a mile from home.
The NYC DEP has announced plans to clean Flushing Creek with chlorine, sparking outrage among some environmentalists.
Tens of thousands of dollars worth of walnuts were stolen in the Bronx earlier this month, New York State Police say.
For one week, three New Jersey high schoolers agreed not to take their phones to bed, and to try different tools to reduce screen time.
New Yorkers lost about $6.5 billion to fraud schemes in 2025, according to a new report from the Consumer Federation of America.
A New Jersey toddler's death after falling more than 20 stories has prompted new legislation designed to ensure windows are properly guarded in apartment buildings across the state.
The NYC DEP has announced plans to clean Flushing Creek with chlorine, sparking outrage among some environmentalists.
Tens of thousands of dollars worth of walnuts were stolen in the Bronx earlier this month, New York State Police say.
New Yorkers lost about $6.5 billion to fraud schemes in 2025, according to a new report from the Consumer Federation of America.
The widow of an NYPD detective killed in the line of duty in 2024 took the stand Thursday in the trial of the man accused of murdering him.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced a court order that's meant to hit one of the city's "worst landlords" where it hurts.
It will be rainy on Thursday morning, and the weather will change to snow as temperatures drop across the Tri-State Area.
Thunderstorms are expected in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut this weekend after severe weather hit the Midwest.
Periods of rain will move through the New York area Thursday, but spring temperatures are on the way for the weekend.
Snow and rain will make for messy morning and evening commutes for New Yorkers on Tuesday. It's a First Alert Weather Day.
The Tri-State Area's weekend is looking like a tale of two seasons with both snow and sunshine.
A New Jersey toddler's death after falling more than 20 stories has prompted new legislation designed to ensure windows are properly guarded in apartment buildings across the state.
New Jersey Sen. Andy Kim is opening up about his father's Alzheimer's diagnosis in hopes of helping others struggling like him to care for their loved ones.
Gov. Mikie Sherrill hosted a ceremonial first train ride across the Portal North Bridge, designed to replace the trouble-plagued, 116-year-old Portal Bridge that long caused delays for commuters.
Two of New Jersey's biggest cities, Jersey City and Newark, are joining a push to bring FIFA World Cup celebrations to local streets.
Giants co-owners Steve, Laurie and Jonathan Tisch want to transfer their shares of the NFL club to their children's trusts, according to a league memo obtained by The Associated Press.
Jones Beach will host a series of special events commemorating America's 250th birthday this summer.
A Long Island woman is reuniting with the NYU Langone medical team that helped deliver her baby after she suffered from kidney failure.
A chilling cold case that goes back 52 years has been solved on Long Island, police say. DNA technology linked a former Oceanside sanitation worker to Barbara Waldman's 1974 murder.
Warmer weather has melted our frozen waterways, but that's giving rise to unusual hazards. The unusually cold winter uprooted docks, and sent debris into the bays and the Long Island Sound.
It will be rainy on Thursday morning, and the weather will change to snow as temperatures drop across the Tri-State Area.
A New Jersey toddler's death after falling more than 20 stories has prompted new legislation designed to ensure windows are properly guarded in apartment buildings across the state.
An aerial refueling tanker crashed in Western Iraq, U.S. officials said.
Gov. Mikie Sherrill hosted a ceremonial first train ride across the Portal North Bridge, designed to replace the trouble-plagued, 116-year-old Portal Bridge that long caused delays for commuters.
President Trump ordered the release of 172 million barrels of oil from the U.S.'s Strategic Petroleum Reserve on Wednesday, after oil prices rocketed to their highest levels in years amid the U.S.'s war with Iran.
About 30 U.S. service members remained hospitalized Tuesday after an Iranian drone strike in Kuwait.
New Jersey Sen. Andy Kim is opening up about his father's Alzheimer's diagnosis in hopes of helping others struggling like him to care for their loved ones.
A new study shows toxic forever chemicals known as PFAS may be entering the food chain on Long Island through contaminated soil, water and air.
Erik Lochtefeld is back to acting and marathon training after a glioblastoma diagnosis and complex surgery at NYU Langone.
HHS Secretary RFK Jr. wants the popular coffee chains to prove their surgery drinks are safe for teens and suggested the Trump administration could place limits on your cup of coffee.
Failed contract agreements between Mount Sinai and Anthem have caused thousands of New York patients to lose in-network care.
Legendary New York City television news anchor Ernie Anastos has died. His wife says he died early Thursday morning of pneumonia.
Ballerina Misty Copeland responded to controversial comments made by actor Timothée Chalamet when he appeared to dismiss the significance of ballet and opera, saying, "No one cares."
A woman was arrested on Sunday for firing multiple shots at the Beverly Hills home of Rihanna, Los Angeles Police Department officials say.
Actress Daryl Hannah explains why the depiction of herself in the FX miniseries "Love Story" is unacceptable in an op-ed in Friday's New York Times.
Justin Timberlake is suing Sag Harbor to prevent the release of bodycam video of his 2024 arrest for driving while intoxicated on Long Island.
Zuby Ejiofor had 21 points as No. 13 St. John's opened the defense of last year's Big East Tournament title with an 85-72 win over Providence in the quarterfinals Thursday.
The New York Knicks rallied to beat the Utah Jazz 134-117 on Wednesday night to snap a two-game losing streak.
Two of New Jersey's biggest cities, Jersey City and Newark, are joining a push to bring FIFA World Cup celebrations to local streets.
Giants co-owners Steve, Laurie and Jonathan Tisch want to transfer their shares of the NFL club to their children's trusts, according to a league memo obtained by The Associated Press.
Just as anticipated, St. John's and UConn turned the Big East regular season into a two-team race. Maybe they're headed for one more heavyweight clash in the finals of the conference tournament.
The NYC DEP has announced plans to clean Flushing Creek with chlorine, sparking outrage among some environmentalists.
Neighbors and local businesses in Long Island City, Queens, say rental trucks parked on streets are impacting daily operations.
Erik Lochtefeld is back to acting and marathon training after a glioblastoma diagnosis and complex surgery at NYU Langone.
Manhattan historians recently discovered a link to the Underground Railroad at the Merchant's House Museum.
The National Dance Institute in Harlem hosts a special camp twice a year to bring together dancers with and without special needs for a dance camp, proving anyone can take center stage.
The Halloween tradition strolled through Manhattan's East Village on Sunday, with furry friends dressed in colorful costumes.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Dogs got decked out for the annual Tompkins Square Halloween Dog Parade in New York City's East Village on Saturday.
Cosplayers flooded New York City's Javits Center in October 2024 for the annual New York Comic Con convention.
One of the biggest names in ballet is speaking out after actor Timothée Chalamet recently appeared to dismiss the arts of ballet and opera, saying "no one cares" about them anymore. But as Adriana Diaz explains, ballerina Misty Copeland said the actor should be uplifting all art forms, instead of comparing them.
Many parents worry about how much time their kids spend scrolling on their phones. Meg Oliver asked three New Jersey high school students to try out different tools to reduce screen time and has their results after one week.
A man is dead after ramming a truck into a synagogue in Michigan in what the FBI said was a "targeted act of violence against the Jewish community." Synagogues around the nation are increasing security, including in New York City. CBS News New York's Adi Guajardo reports.
Iran's new supreme leader issued his first written statement Thursday. He threatened that attacks on America and its allies in the Middle East will continue. Erica Brown and Jennifer Bisram report.
The 13th-ranked Red Storm overwhelmed Providence in the first half on their way to an 85-72 win in the quarterfinals at Madison Square Garden on Thursday. CBS News New York's Steve Overmyer reports.
