Former Mayor Finds 71-Year Overdue Library Book In NJ Home
Former Bound Brook mayor Frank Ryan says it's been years since he took out a library book and as he recently found out, it's been decades since he returned one.
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Former Bound Brook mayor Frank Ryan says it's been years since he took out a library book and as he recently found out, it's been decades since he returned one.
Amtrak officials are investigating after an unknown object hit a passenger train and cracked a window as it was traveling to New York on Sunday evening.
Damage to the Greater Mount Moriah Baptist Church in Newark includes shattered glass from a broken window, and a giant hole in the ceiling.
The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey's expenditure on the Pulaski Skyway repairs has become a central part of a lawsuit filed by AAA against the agency over 2011 toll hikes.
A garbage truck fueled by natural gas exploded "like a missile'' in New Jersey on Tuesday, causing damage to four surrounding homes.
New Jersey State environmental officials say there is evidence of trace chemical contamination in the water coming from a well in South Orange.
The body of a 64-year-old woman was discovered in the snow in front of a home in Mahwah, New Jersey on Monday afternoon, officials say.
State officials say they are moving forward to replenish New Jersey beaches that were impacted by the monster snowstorm that socked the East coast.
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A state prison transport van struck a flatbed truck in southern New Jersey, killing one inmate and sending a second inmate to the hospital with serious injuries, authorities said.
Left winger Reid Boucher scored a goal and added an assist as the New Jersey Devils beat the Calgary Flames 4-2 at the Prudential Center Tuesday night.
The veto comes as Christie seeks to persuade Republican primary voters to support his candidacy and as his on guns has changed over time.
Falling temperatures are causing dangerous driving conditions in some parts of New Jersey.
Prosecutors say Shang Zhen Huang faces two counts of aggravated assault stemming from Saturday's crash on in Highland Park.
Devorah Stubin's car was found on Saturday after a business owner called the police about damage done to a fence behind a funeral home in Wellington.
Trader Joe's is advising anyone who bought the "Raw Cashew Pieces" with a "best before" date of July 17, 2016 to not eat the product.
Authorities went to the two-story home in North Bergen on Wednesday after the tenant allegedly failed to appear in court on a series of summonses that were issued in recent weeks.
The bill would fine retailers up to $1,000 if they sell to anyone 20 years old or younger, but would not punish underage smokers.
An environmental group that strongly supports the plan said Monday New Jersey has the greatest potential to develop offshore wind energy of any northeastern U.S. state.
Attorneys for a NJ woman accused of killing her 8-year-old daughter can't argue that her religious practices were linked to her "diminished capacity."
Special teams were the difference as the Montreal Canadiens edged the New Jersey Devils 2-1 on Wednesday night at the Bell Centre.
Record warmth at the end of 2015 has meant no snow and no ability to make snow, making this bitter blast is a welcome gift in the Poconos.
Gloucester County prosecutors say Anne Castagna pleaded guilty to aggravated manslaughter in the Aug. 2012 death of Mary Groatman.
Obama moved to require all gun sellers to register as dealers and to run background checks on all prospective purchasers, aiming to curb a scourge of gun violence despite opposition to new gun laws in Congress.
Chris Christie's administration announced the state is ending the waiver for "able-bodied" adults without dependents for the food stamp program.
Prosecutors across New York City say they're fighting back against an increase in crimes involving cryptocurrency, but it appears they have their work cut out for them.
Riley Greene hit two of Detroit's four homers off Cam Schlittler as the Tigers beat the Yankees 9-3 on Tuesday night and sent New York to its season-worst sixth straight loss.
Nolan McLean and three relievers combined on a six-hitter, Francisco Alvarez and Luis Torrens both hit solo home runs and the Mets beat the Blue Jays 3-0 on Tuesday night.
Miss Subways was a citywide contest that highlighted everyday New York women doing amazing things. The competition no longer exists but former titleholders say the message still rings true.
Leonora Campbell was killed in a hit-and-run just after buying food for someone at around 2:30 p.m. Monday, her granddaughter said.
Prosecutors across New York City say they're fighting back against an increase in crimes involving cryptocurrency, but it appears they have their work cut out for them.
Miss Subways was a citywide contest that highlighted everyday New York women doing amazing things. The competition no longer exists but former titleholders say the message still rings true.
Leonora Campbell was killed in a hit-and-run just after buying food for someone at around 2:30 p.m. Monday, her granddaughter said.
A breakthrough treatment for debilitating tremors is changing lives. It can stop shaking caused by essential tremors and, in some patients, tremors caused by Parkinson's disease.
As many as 300,000 Haitians face removal from the United States, as the Trump administration moves to end their temporary protected status.
The New York, New Jersey area is preparing for extreme heat as cooling centers, pools, parks and other resources get ready to keep residents cool.
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.
The New York, New Jersey area is preparing for extreme heat as cooling centers, pools, parks and other resources get ready to keep residents cool.
Traffic will be impacted in Midtown Manhattan as the city initiates shuttle bus corridors and street closures to accommodate World Cup ticketholders.
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.
A breakthrough treatment for debilitating tremors is changing lives. It can stop shaking caused by essential tremors and, in some patients, tremors caused by Parkinson's disease. CBS News New York's Carolyn Gusoff reports.
A breakthrough treatment for debilitating tremors is changing lives. It can stop shaking caused by essential tremors and, in some patients, tremors caused by Parkinson's disease.
A coach bus slammed into a car, flipped over and hit two other cars on Monday night near the Greenpoint Avenue exit on the Long Island Expressway.
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.
As many as 300,000 Haitians face removal from the United States, as the Trump administration moves to end their temporary protected status.
The mother of a Loyola University freshman who was shot and killed in March delivered tearful testimony on Capitol Hill on Tuesday.
After lengthy and hard-fought negotiations, Mayor Zohran Mamdani and members of the City Council reached a budget deal Tuesday just hours before the deadline.
The Supreme Court on Tuesday struck down President Trump's executive order seeking to end birthright citizenship.
The Supreme Court upheld state laws from West Virginia and Idaho that restricted participation by transgender athletes in girls' and women's sports.
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.
Taylor Swift has had a decadeslong history with Madison Square Garden, performing there as early as 2003 and even celebrating her 30th birthday at the venue.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding plans include a rehearsal dinner and a late-night celebration at Madison Square Garden in New York City, according to sources familiar with the security planning.
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."
Riley Greene hit two of Detroit's four homers off Cam Schlittler as the Tigers beat the Yankees 9-3 on Tuesday night and sent New York to its season-worst sixth straight loss.
Nolan McLean and three relievers combined on a six-hitter, Francisco Alvarez and Luis Torrens both hit solo home runs and the Mets beat the Blue Jays 3-0 on Tuesday night.
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.
Miss Subways was a citywide contest that highlighted everyday New York women doing amazing things. The competition no longer exists but former titleholders say the message still rings true.
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.
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.
As CBS News New York's Allen Devlin reports, the world's most famous arena has started to prepare.
CBS News New York's Lonnie Quinn is calling for temperatures approaching triple digits from Wednesday through the Fourth of July holiday on Saturday.
One wants to change state law, while another is asking for funding to launch a crypto crimes unit. But as CBS News New York's Tim McNicholas found out, they have their work cut out for them.
As CBS News New York's Adi Guajardo reports, some passengers were stuck on trains for two hours.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani is warning the dangerous heat will affect every part of the city and the city health commissioner says 500 New Yorkers die every year due to heat-related illness. CBS News New York's Lisa Rozner reports.
