Franklin Borough Police Seek To Identify Suspects In 'Grandparent Scam'
On April 12, a Florida woman received a call saying her grandson, who lives in California, was jailed on a narcotics offense and needed money for bail, police said.
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On April 12, a Florida woman received a call saying her grandson, who lives in California, was jailed on a narcotics offense and needed money for bail, police said.
Should the landmark be saved, even though it celebrates a time when slavery was legal? Or should it be auctioned off?
Approximately 100 students from Weehawken High School were on board the Cornucopia Destiny at the time.
It's been described as the first major overhaul in a century. But is it worth its estimated $283 million price tag?
The child was taken to Hackensack University Medical Center in stable condition. He suffered a broken nose and pelvis.
From now until June 3rd, officers will have zero tolerance for people caught not wearing a seat belt.
It happened shortly after 9 p.m. Friday in Sandy Hook Bay near the Keansburg fishing pier.
It was supposed to be a field trip full of fun. But happiness turned to heartbreak and fear for these East Brook Middle School fifth graders.
Sources tell CBS2 the school bus missed an exit and was trying to take an illegal U-turn when the collision occurred.
Theo Ancevski went from the inside of a crushed, toppled school bus to Morristown Medical Center, his back aching from a moment of impact that he said quickly followed the sound of metal on metal.
The court's decision came in a case from New Jersey, which has fought for years to legalize gambling on sports at casinos and racetracks in the state.
An assembly oversight committee held a final public hearing Saturday, beyond Gov. Murphy's "major reforms" to the state's medical marijuana program.
Allaire Community Farm hosted Children's Mental Health Day, a day for kids to slow down and get back in touch with nature.
Police officers are being trained to treat overdoses in dogs with the same drug used on humans – naloxone, or Narcan.
Alexia Jorge is the first female athlete on Lyndhurst High School's varsity baseball team, and one of the best -- catching and pitching.
The wine and grape industries provided over $323 million in economic value, bringing in more than 100,000 winery tourists in 2016.
A New Jersey high school is trying out a new cheerleading policy that is already stirring up a real hornet's nest after a mother complained when her daughter didn't make the cut.
The 14-year-old became unresponsive around 9:10 a.m. Tuesday on a field at Franklin High School in Somerset.
The Katyn Memorial has been a fixture in the city for decades, with the ever-changing Manhattan skyline behind it.
The federal tax changes will affect states, like New Jersey, with some of the highest property tax rates in the country. On Friday, Gov. Phil Murphy signed a law that aims to provide some relief.
A couple in New Jersey have become the latest to say they've seen the mythical creature known as Bigfoot.
Adrianna Hill's crushed roof of her car and shattered windshield only begin to tell the frightening ordeal she endured while behind the wheel in a freak accident that could have killed her.
Little Snowball has a big bark, but at just over seven pounds he's never felt more fear than after neighboring hawks tried to prey on him recently.
Police were called to MacArthur Avenue shortly before 2 a.m., where they found a Ford Explorer on fire with a 61-year-old driver slumped over the wheel.
Toni's Kitchen uses the van to deliver food to several hundred families at local schools and libraries each week.
Casey Mize matched a career high with 10 strikeouts over seven innings and the Tigers capitalized on shoddy defense by the slumping Yankees in a 7-3 victory Monday night.
George Springer capitalized on two miscues to circle the bases, Trey Yesavage pitched into the seventh inning and the Blue Jays beat the bumbling Mets 2-1 on Monday night.
The anticipated pain of a massive property tax increase in Jersey City has been alleviated somewhat.
A 13-year-old boy was killed and another teenager was hurt when the moped they were on crashed into an open driver's side door in Queens on Monday afternoon.
The number of older adults using smartphones soared from 55% in 2016 to 90% now, according to the AARP. That makes senior citizens one of the fastest growing groups using digital devices.
A 13-year-old boy was killed and another teenager was hurt when the moped they were on crashed into an open driver's side door in Queens on Monday afternoon.
The number of older adults using smartphones soared from 55% in 2016 to 90% now, according to the AARP. That makes senior citizens one of the fastest growing groups using digital devices.
Prosecutors described how 36-year-old Olivia Bithorn's long history of alcohol abuse allegedly led to her 18-month-old son's death.
Archbishop Ronald Hicks is returning to New York City with a sacred souvenir from a pilgrimage to Rome.
Video shows people were dancing at a community celebration moments before a three-wheel motorcycle barreled through Commodore Barry Park.
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.
The anticipated pain of a massive property tax increase in Jersey City has been alleviated somewhat.
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.
Prosecutors described how 36-year-old Olivia Bithorn's long history of alcohol abuse allegedly led to her 18-month-old son's death.
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.
The anticipated pain of a massive property tax increase in Jersey City has been alleviated somewhat.
The city is required by law to close the entire Rikers Island jail complex by August 2027.
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 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 was 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.
Casey Mize matched a career high with 10 strikeouts over seven innings and the Tigers capitalized on shoddy defense by the slumping Yankees in a 7-3 victory Monday night.
George Springer capitalized on two miscues to circle the bases, Trey Yesavage pitched into the seventh inning and the Blue Jays beat the bumbling Mets 2-1 on Monday night.
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.
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.
In the interim, CBS News New York's Lonnie Quinn says Tuesday should look and feel a lot like Monday -- sunny and upper 80s.
Instead of 20%, residents could see a 15% tax hike, the mayor said Monday, after the city secured $120 million in aid from the state of New Jersey. CBS News New York's Allen Devlin reports.
Donations have poured in and now churches and nonprofits are scrambling to raise money to ship critical aid. CBS News New York's Adi Guajardo reports.
Police say two teenagers were riding down 162nd Street in Flushing, when they swerved to avoid crashing into the driver’s side door of a parked car as it was opening. CBS News New York's Naveen Dhaliwal has the story.
The plane was hit by a drone early Monday morning. And while there was no significant damage, CBS News New York's Andrew Ramos reports it was just the latest in a string of incidents in recent days at area airports.
