Shift In Law Will Allow Adopted Children In New Jersey To Learn Names Of Birth Parents
In less than four days, a seismic shift is coming to New Jersey's adoption laws.
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In less than four days, a seismic shift is coming to New Jersey's adoption laws.
Authorities say the call for a fire at the house on 40th Street in Irvington came in at around 10:30 p.m. Monday night.
Police responded to The Mills at Jersey Gardens Monday evening after an altercation prompted a panic among shoppers around 5:00 pm.
Whether you're still shopping for those big ticket items or the wrapping paper has already been torn off, the next thing you do with the boxes could be crucial.
After a fire completely gutted the inside of the church's sanctuary earlier this year, The First Presbyterian Church of Englewood performed Christmas mass Sunday in front of a packed congregation.
According to police, Hassan Q. Cobb-Jones, 32, was fatally shot on Parker Street at around 1 a.m.
Police did not release her name, saying only that she is from the North Jersey area. She was issued a summons for theft of lost property.
Authorities say the incident occurred shortly after 6:00 p.m. at a residence on the 300 block of Joralemon Street in Belleville.
Abdul Livingston, 52, was taken to University Hospital with non-life threatening injuries following the incident.
It's not clear what sparked the scuffle that broke out Saturday night at the Monmouth Mall in Eatontown.
Ninety percent of Americans still have to finish their holiday shopping by one estimate, so expect a lot of company at the mall this weekend, even with the cold, snowy and icy forecast.
Authorities are urging residents to keep their personal belongings safe, and to not leave their valuables in plain sight.
Police in South Brunswick, New Jersey said they caught up with William Campbell after receiving calls about a backhoe driver drinking beer and swerving all over the road.
The City Council in one Union County city voted to revise a planned redevelopment study after residents worried that eminent domain could threaten their community.
According to officials, the fire began at around 5 a.m. at a residence on Midland Avenue in East Orange. The blaze then spread to an adjacent home that was under construction.
According to the National Weather Service, areas north of the city can expect up to five inches of snow overnight.
Atlantic City police said in a statement Sunday that 23-year-old Eugene Storm and 30-year-old George Walker have been charged in the shooting of 25-year-old Xavier Smith at the Tropicana.
According to officials, the fire began at around 5 a.m. at a residence on Midland Avenue in East Orange. The blaze then spread to an adjacent home that was under construction.
Federal investigators are looking into two bomb threats made against separate planes on Saturday.
Hazlet, New Jersey held a special menorah lighting ceremony Saturday night, courtesy of 15-year-old Max Rothman, an aspiring Eagle Scout.
Several Seton Hall University students are charged with receiving stolen property.
It's no longer "New York, New York," but "NJ, NJ," the actor, standup comic and potential 2017 Republican candidate for governor is now crooning.
Ethan Chandler, 42, of Belleville, New Jersey ran a video production company that filmed sporting events at schools across the region, according to authorities.
Sarah Stern was last seen Friday afternoon at her Neptune City home, according to Monmouth County Prosecutor Chris Gramiccioni.
For about four years, Billy Neumann has gone out of his way to lay wreaths or grave blankets for people he's never even met.
A report from the NYC Department of Aging shows 15% of 8,600 older adults surveyed admitted to experiencing some form of elder abuse.
If history is any indication, the LIRR strike has potential to derail Democratic Gov. Kathy Hochul's bid for reelection.
A horse carriage overturned in Central Park on Monday afternoon. One person was hurt, according to the FDNY. The two horses involved in the incident are said to be OK.
New Jersey wants to help bars and restaurants cash in on the FIFA World Cup by letting them sell more alcohol during the 39-day tournament.
Research conducted by one of New Jersey's largest credit unions found a trip down the Jersey Shore is going to cost 11% more this year on average.
A report from the NYC Department of Aging shows 15% of 8,600 older adults surveyed admitted to experiencing some form of elder abuse.
If history is any indication, the LIRR strike has potential to derail Democratic Gov. Kathy Hochul's bid for reelection.
A horse carriage overturned in Central Park on Monday afternoon. One person was hurt, according to the FDNY. The two horses involved in the incident are said to be OK.
A New York judge ruled Monday on whether evidence found in Luigi Mangione's backpack during his arrest can be used during his state trial.
LIRR commuters are taking shuttle buses and subways into New York City as the largest commuter rail system in North America remains shut down.
The weekend is set to be the warmest of the year so far with summer-like weather across the Tri-State Area.
Keep an umbrella nearby as there's a chance for showers across the New York and New Jersey area. But the weather will turn to sunshine and warm temperatures for the weekend.
The weather on Wednesday will be a mix of sunshine and clouds with the potential for a shower in New York City. In the evening, rain becomes more widespread.
An unsettled pattern continues through the entire Mother's Day weekend in the New York City area.
After summer-like warmth, rainy weather and cooler temperatures return to the New York City area mid-week.
New Jersey wants to help bars and restaurants cash in on the FIFA World Cup by letting them sell more alcohol during the 39-day tournament.
Research conducted by one of New Jersey's largest credit unions found a trip down the Jersey Shore is going to cost 11% more this year on average.
The driver of a Jeep was killed when their vehicle struck a tanker truck on I-287, causing both vehicles to go up in flames, New Jersey State Police said.
With just weeks to go before the primary, voters in New Jersey's 7th Congressional District are wondering where their congressman is.
Macy's Fourth of July Fireworks will take place on both the lower East River near the Seaport and the lower Hudson River, in collaboration with Jersey City.
If history is any indication, the LIRR strike has potential to derail Democratic Gov. Kathy Hochul's bid for reelection.
LIRR commuters are taking shuttle buses and subways into New York City as the largest commuter rail system in North America remains shut down.
With the LIRR strike entering its third day, the MTA and union leaders will resume talks at 7:30 a.m. Monday.
A summertime weather pattern has moved into the New York Area, bringing potentially record-high temperatures.
While the LIRR work stoppage has caused a mess for people heading to weekend events, the real concern is Monday morning's commute.
If history is any indication, the LIRR strike has potential to derail Democratic Gov. Kathy Hochul's bid for reelection.
New York City's second city-run grocery store will be in the Bronx, Mayor Zohran Mamdani and city officials announced Monday.
Alex Bores has a master's degree in computer science, but for some reason tech titans are trying to stop his campaign in New York's 12th Congressional District.
While the LIRR work stoppage has caused a mess for people heading to weekend events, the real concern is Monday morning's commute.
Gas prices, inflation weigh on Americans. Many see lack of clarity on what's happening in Iran.
Thousands of people showed up bright and early for AIDS Walk New York 2026, the largest HIV and AIDS fundraiser in the U.S., in Central Park on Sunday.
A New York doctor who contracted and survived Ebola more than a decade ago says he is worried for healthcare workers who are at the center of treating the latest outbreak.
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul proposed millions to keep the program open, but the reforms would cut reimbursement rates for private duty nurses.
A New York native is among 16 American passengers who are quarantining in Nebraska after being on the cruise ship that is at the center of the deadly hantavirus outbreak.
American passengers on the MV Hondius cruise ship, which was hit with a deadly outbreak of the hantavirus, are back in the U.S. Three of the at least 10 people confirmed infected in the outbreak have died.
The well-known film critic and journalist Rex Reed has died at 87.
"The Pitt" star Isa Briones is bringing heightened pride and Filipino presence to both stage and screen.
Broadway's "The Book of Mormon" has canceled two weeks of performances following a fire at the Eugene O'Neill Theatre.
Uzo Aduba and Darren Criss announced the 2026 Tony nominees for select categories on "CBS Mornings" on Tuesday.
Rihanna, Sabrina Carpenter, Madonna, and Beyoncé all wore their best looks to celebrate the "Costume Art" theme at the 2026 Met Gala. Here are some of the best moments, photos, and more from the night.
Tyrone Taylor hit a game-tying three-run homer off All-Star closer David Bednar with two outs in the ninth as the Mets rallied to defeat the Yankees in 10.
Luke Weaver escaped a bases-loaded, no-outs jam against his former team as the Mets beat the Yankees Saturday night to even the Subway Series.
Anunoby has the maximum amount of time to rest before Game 1 of the NBA Eastern Conference finals.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino joked that if someone does pay $2 million for a ticket to the World Cup final, "I will personally bring him a hot dog and a Coke."
Cole likely has one more minor league rehab start in his recovery from elbow surgery before he rejoins the New York Yankees starting rotation.
Ahead of the 2026 RBC Brooklyn Half Marathon, some athletes are showing how simply reaching the starting line is a victory.
The Second Avenue Subway project has entered phase two of extending the "Q" line, but Harlem businesses say they're struggling to co-exist with the construction.
City Council members say requirement for transparent roll-down gates is burdensome for small businesses ahead of the July 1 enforcement deadline.
For more than four decades, residents living beside Brooklyn's District 13 Sanitation Garage in Coney Island have been waiting for the facility to move away from their homes.
There's a swim club in Harlem teaching kids a lifesaving skill, and they're turning timid swimmers into competitors.
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.
The 20,000-square-foot city-run grocery store will be located at the Peninsula in Hunts Point.
An estimated one-third of the 200-acre park in Queens is without working fountains and bathrooms. CBS News New York's Elle McLogan reports.
The Cessna veered onto the grass and turned upside down, according to the Federal Aviation Administration.
Scott Padgett has the Tri-State Area's updated Monday evening First Alert Forecast on CBS News New York.
The last LIRR strike had political consequences in the governor's race. CBS News New York's Marcia Kramer reports.
