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New Jersey voters on Tuesday also delivered two Republican-controlled seats to Democrats, with Tom Malinowski ousting Rep. Leonard Lance, and Mikie Sherrill winning in an open GOP-held seat.
Take a county-by-county look at the race between Sen. Bob Menendez and GOP challenger Bob Hugin.
Voting lines in the morning however, were packed no matter what state you were in.
Voters are packing the polls across the Tri-State Area Tuesday, making their voices heard in this year's midterm elections. With record turnout expected and control of Congress on the line, there's a lot at stake.
The voters have spoken, and here's a look at what they said across New York and New Jersey.
The high school freshman left behind his cell phone, his laptop, and took about $1,000 from savings.
Polls are shifting in N.J. and give the Democratic incumbent more of a lead over his Republican challenger, CBS2's Meg Bakers reports.
All voters in the Garden State have another question to answer on the back of their ballots which will determine if the state can borrow half a billion dollars
Izaia Bullock is due at a hearing on Nov. 7 to learn whether he will be freed while awaiting trial.
One of the downed trees was blamed for a house fire in New Jersey.
A double-dose of malfunctions on Tuesday left the bridge open for extend periods of time, twice stranding riders. It's caused commuters and lawmakers to demand accountability, and answers.
Police in Bayonne said it started when two vehicles collided and one plowed onto a crowded sidewalk.
The child lived at the Wanaque Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation in Haskell where so far, 27 pediatric cases have been tied to the outbreak.
Mayor Jimmy Davis says two cars were approaching the intersection of Avenue C and 16th Street when they collided, causing one of the vehicles to jump the curb and strike the four victims.
Fifteen schools and some preschool centers were put under "shelter in place" mode after Paterson Public Schools officials were alerted to threats against two locations.
An aging Amtrak-operated portal bridge that crosses the Hackensack River was the culprit Tuesday night.
Middlesex County prosecutors said Tuesday that 22-year-old Izaia Bullock of Piscataway was charged with two counts of attempted murder and conspiracy.
A long-awaited groundbreaking was held Tuesday at St. Anthony's Catholic Church in Passaic, New Jersey.
Bernard Ebner's family home in Union Beach, Monmouth County was flooded by nearly 12 feet of water that reached the second floor of the house.
The race could prove to be pivotal in Democatic efforts to regain the majority of the House of Representatives.
Police posted dashcam video from Saturday to remind drivers about the importance of the New Jersey's "Move Over" law.
Saturday's nor'easter dumped heavy rain and widespread flooding to the Tri-state area. In many places, travel was brought to a standstill by the powerful storm.
Eugene Dorio says he went through eight weeks of hell living at the Wanaque Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation. He's out now, which is a big reason why he's all smiles.
Pictures two women say they took inside the center in September paint a grim picture of conditions inside.
The fiery scene of panic and desperation was caught on the officer's body camera as he rushed to the scene to help.
The Supreme Court on Monday ruled that states can count mail ballots that are cast by Election Day but arrive later, rejecting a GOP challenge to a Mississippi law.
A unanimous federal jury found that a preponderance of evidence supported Carroll's claim that Mr. Trump sexually abused her.
Legendary music executive Clive Davis is being laid to rest Monday at a private funeral. Davis helped the careers of generations of artists.
A hotel in Manhattan's Financial District was evacuated Monday morning after bear spray was released inside, according to firefighters.
Luigi Mangione will be in a New York City courtroom for a hearing focusing on scheduling for his October trial and the proposed questionnaires for potential jurors.
Legendary music executive Clive Davis is being laid to rest Monday at a private funeral. Davis helped the careers of generations of artists.
A hotel in Manhattan's Financial District was evacuated Monday morning after bear spray was released inside, according to firefighters.
Luigi Mangione will be in a New York City courtroom for a hearing focusing on scheduling for his October trial and the proposed questionnaires for potential jurors.
Twelve people were hospitalized after a three-wheel motorcycle struck a group of pedestrians inside Commodore Barry Park in Brooklyn on Sunday evening, the FDNY confirmed.
Gov. Kathy Hochul on Sunday unveiled the details for what's expected to be a massive Fourth of July celebration honoring the United States' 250th birthday.
Dangerously hot weather arrives in the New York City area starting Wednesday.
Monday's severe weather has come and gone, but that doesn't mean the system is leaving the area.
After a tranquil, warm weekend, more turbulent weather lies ahead in the New York City area.
Weather is tranquil and pleasant in the New York City area for Father's Day weekend as summer officially begins.
Dangerous heat is building across the Tri-State Area with the threat of severe storms, making Thursday and Friday First Alert Weather Days.
Jersey City residents are fired up and frustrated, as city leaders reconsider a proposed property tax hike that could raise bills by about 20%.
Dangerously hot weather arrives in the New York City area starting Wednesday.
Traffic will be impacted in Midtown Manhattan as the city initiates shuttle bus corridors and street closures to accommodate World Cup ticketholders.
The suspect accused of killing two teenage girls in a hit-and-run in Cranford, New Jersey, last year will be tried as an adult, officials said Friday.
Table to Table is on a mission to make sure nothing goes to waste at 2026 FIFA Men's World Cup celebrations in New Jersey.
A Long Island school district official is accused of trashing ballots to rig an election.
A Long Island school district official is accused of trashing ballots to rig an election. CBS News New York's Jennifer McLogan reports.
The site will continue to house a casino, but Aqueduct's move to Long Island brings a rare opportunity to the South Ozone Park community.
A young entrepreneur with Down syndrome opened his first brick-and-mortar store on Long Island after his sock company went global.
A defense attorney made stunning new claims in court Wednesday about what may have sparked the fatal stabbing of a Massapequa man.
The Supreme Court on Monday ruled that states can count mail ballots that are cast by Election Day but arrive later, rejecting a GOP challenge to a Mississippi law.
A unanimous federal jury found that a preponderance of evidence supported Carroll's claim that Mr. Trump sexually abused her.
Jersey City residents are fired up and frustrated, as city leaders reconsider a proposed property tax hike that could raise bills by about 20%.
A Long Island school district official is accused of trashing ballots to rig an election.
Bolton agreed to pay a $2.25 million fine, pleading guilty to one count of retaining classified national security information.
A federal judge has temporarily blocked the Justice Department from executing subpoenas in a criminal probe that sought transgender care records for patients treated at New York hospitals.
An off-duty EMT jumped into action at the Knicks parade Thursday when a man appeared to be suffering from an overdose.
New York broadcast giant Bill Ritter announced Friday he is stepping down from the WABC anchor desk after being diagnosed with early stage Alzheimer's.
For half a century, The Valerie Fund has been dedicated to providing care to children with cancer and blood disorders.
A New Jersey nonprofit called The Valerie Fund is celebrating 50 years of providing comprehensive care to children with cancer and blood disorders.
Legendary music executive Clive Davis is being laid to rest Monday at a private funeral. Davis helped the careers of generations of artists.
The comic icon behind "Curb Your Enthusiasm" brings his own perspective to America's storied past in a new HBO sketch comedy series – finally making use of his history major from college.
Fans gathered at the Brooklyn Public Library on Thursday for limited-edition card marking 30 years of "Reasonable Doubt."
There appear to be new clues about the location of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding.
Clive Davis helped shape the careers of music stars including Janis Joplin, Bruce Springsteen and Whitney Houston.
Jarren Duran singled home the winning run to cap a three-run rally in the 10th inning, and the Red Sox finished a four-game sweep of the rival Yankees with a 5-4 victory Sunday night.
Kyle Schwarber became the first major leaguer to reach 30 homers this season with a two-run shot in the seventh inning that sent the Phillies to a 5-4 win over the Mets on Sunday.
The New York Mets defeated the Philadelphia Phillies 6-2 on Saturday to stop their seven-game losing streak.
Jake Bennett held New York to one run in 6 1/3 innings, Masataka Yoshida hit a leadoff home run off Gerrit Cole and the Boston Red Sox beat the Yankees for the third straight day, 4-1 on Saturday.
The Philadelphia Phillies beat the reeling New York Mets 2-1 on Friday night.
Fans gathered at the Brooklyn Public Library on Thursday for limited-edition card marking 30 years of "Reasonable Doubt."
After learning to swim in her 40s, one school leader is helping students gain life-saving skills.
Entrepreneurs in Brooklyn are reimagining laundry day as a social experience, turning neighborhood laundromats into gathering spaces.
Experts say the team's title run created a feeling of collective joy and connection, while some local businesses are also seeing a boost from the celebration.
Knicks fans who couldn't make it to Thursday's parade still found a way to celebrate across New York in true blue-and-orange fashion.
People dressed in elaborate headgear and paraded up Fifth Avenue for New York City's Easter Sunday tradition.
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.
The annual Easter Parade and Easter Bonnet Festival was held in Manhattan on April 20, 2025.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
A private funeral is being held at a New York City synagogue for the five-time Grammy award-winner.
The pallium is a white wool vestment symbolizing an archbishop's authority and unity with the pope.
Iranian and U.S. officials will meet Tuesday in Qatar, at Tehran's request, President Trump said Monday, without giving any specifics. CBS News' Bradley Blackburn reports.
The city is giving aways thousands of free tickets to prime viewing areas for the celebration.
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul urged residents to take precautions as dangerous high temperatures are expected in the New York and New Jersey area.
