Bipartisan Panel Chairman Likely To Be Tie-Breaker In NJ Redistricting
Chairman John Farmer Jr., who is the Rutgers Law School dean, says Republicans and Democrats are likely to remain divided.
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Chairman John Farmer Jr., who is the Rutgers Law School dean, says Republicans and Democrats are likely to remain divided.
Police in New Jersey are looking for the vandals who painted swastikas outside of synagogues in Hackensack and Maywood.
The 13-member commission has been sequestered inside a New Brunswick hotel since Monday, trading ideas on how to eliminate one of the state's 13 seats.
Officials say a woman was walking her dog at the South Mountain Reservation in Millburn when she found the body.
The state Labor Department says preliminary estimates indicate total nonfarm wage and salary employment grew to 3,881,000.
Family and friends of 39-year-old John Amendola were stunned to see his home surrounded by investigators.
A young man named Joe Steinfeld looked at the Garden State from a different point of view, one he hoped would be humorous, but not everyone is laughing.
Hunters killed 17 bears on Wednesday and 52 on Tuesday. That compares to 257 during the first day of the hunt on Monday.
The number of kills dropped sharply in the rain with hunters bagging 52 bruins on Tuesday. That's down from 257 on the first day of the hunt Monday.
The state says it has to reduce the black bear population in because there are too many bear-human encounters. However, opponents argue it's about trophies, rugs and politics.
Parts of Sussex, Warren, Morris, Passaic, Bergen, Somerset and Hunterdon Counties will be approved bear hunting grounds. Last year nearly 600 were killed during the hunt.
Hit by the bad economy, reduced state aid and a new two percent cap on property tax collections, most New Jersey towns are cutting back in municipal staffing.
If you're from New Jersey, you may already know about some of these joints, some of which have been featured nationally for their delicious grub.
The state saw 60.7 inches of rain through the end of November. Tuesday's storm helped eclipse the old record of 59.98 inches set in 1996.
An analysis shows the average worker in New Jersey saved about $872, or 22 percent more than the national average because the state has some of the nation's highest paid workers. The cut is determined by income.
Nineteen-year-old Cesar Delacruz-Almonte of Paterson also faces aggravated assault and weapons charges in connection with the early Sunday shooting.
Normally, some 400 drivers handle 18,000 students in Lakewood. But officials reached a compromise after drivers complained about having to work the holiday to fulfill a state mandate to provide busing -- only 200 drivers will be brought in to work on Thursday.
There is a new view of America, and once you see it, you will never think of the U.S. map the samw way again.
A monument like no other has been destroyed in Mendham.
As the Port Authority looks to get its fiscal house back in order, New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie had a few things to say about the agency's old leadership.
New Jersey voters have until 8 p.m. Tuesday to elect all 120 members of the state Legislature and decide if they want to allow sports betting in the state.
"If they told you in the beginning it won't be until Friday, then you know it won't be until Friday," Ray Popkin, of Livingston, said.
When Sam Rausa of Middletown, New Jersey was diagnosed with prostate cancer in 2008, the prognosis wasn't good. Now, he and his son are hitting the pavement together!
New Jersey voters will be asked on the Nov. 8 ballot whether they want to make sports betting legal. It will be the only public question on the ballot this fall, and if pre-election polls are any indication, it should pass.
State lawmakers in both the Assembly and Senate are proposing legislation that would require health firms gain approval from New Jersey's Department of Banking and Insurance before raising rates.
To keep New Yorkers safe from global threats, the NYPD maintains a massive intelligence operation at its Joint Operations Center.
Research and experts say friendships are crucial for mental health and well-being.
It's New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani's turn to try to figure out how to lessen these eyesores without compromising safety.
The NYPD released bodycam footage of officers arriving to the off-campus Columbia University residential building where ICE agents were taking a student into custody.
Harmonie Wright said she cradled her son, Zacharia Padilla, in her arms after a hit-and-run driver struck him in Brownsville.
To keep New Yorkers safe from global threats, the NYPD maintains a massive intelligence operation at its Joint Operations Center.
It's New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani's turn to try to figure out how to lessen these eyesores without compromising safety.
The NYPD released bodycam footage of officers arriving to the off-campus Columbia University residential building where ICE agents were taking a student into custody.
Harmonie Wright said she cradled her son, Zacharia Padilla, in her arms after a hit-and-run driver struck him in Brownsville.
New York State Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins' office confirmed the budget plan will have a "robust progressive and corporate tax proposal."
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.
Another round of snow is impacting the Tri-State Area Wednesday, just after a major blizzard dumped more than 2 feet of snow in some parts of New York and New Jersey.
Pet owners should be extra cautious with their pets during and after the major winter snowstorm impacting the New York and New Jersey area.
The suspect allegedly used Google Translate to threaten to shoot a cashier at Mi Rinconcito Ecuatoriano in Newark.
Americans coming from the Middle East arrived at JFK Airport on Thursday and said the U.S. evacuation plan after attacking Iran was grossly insufficient.
New Jersey E-ZPass users could soon be able to ditch the tags mounted to their windshields to pay tolls.
Two teen girls were rescued from a stuck elevator at NJ Transit's Ninth Street/Congress Street light rail station over the weekend.
Periods of rain will move through the New York area Thursday, but spring temperatures are on the way for the weekend.
Middle Country Road in Suffolk County will be getting major improvements, as a portion of it has been on a list of New York's ten deadliest roads for years.
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.
Periods of rain will move through the New York area Thursday, but spring temperatures are on the way for the weekend.
Alleged Gilgo Beach serial killer Rex Heuermann allegedly used burner phones to contact dozens of sex workers more than 500 times up until the months before his arrest, according to a new court filing.
Some Iranian Americans on Long Island tell CBS News New York they're emotional and praying for a path to freedom as their families abroad grapple with the newly-launched war.
New York State Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins' office confirmed the budget plan will have a "robust progressive and corporate tax proposal."
Americans coming from the Middle East arrived at JFK Airport on Thursday and said the U.S. evacuation plan after attacking Iran was grossly insufficient.
The timing of Trump's Truth Social post announcing Kristi Noem's removal as DHS secretary took DHS officials and the secretary herself by surprise.
The announcement comes amid criticism of DHS spending under Noem, and as Congress has allowed the department's funding to lapse.
The New York City Council held a hearing Thursday on sanctuary city laws, and how well agencies are complying, prompting a rally outside City Hall.
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.
New York Attorney General Letitia James' office has ordered NYU Langone Health to resume its Transgender Youth Health Program.
Justin Timberlake is suing Sag Harbor to prevent the release of bodycam video of his 2024 arrest for driving while intoxicated on Long Island.
Brian Anthony Moreland is a Tony Award-nominated producer who has worked on numerous hit shows and joins a short list of Black producers working on Broadway.
Pokémon fans across New York City waited in live for special events marking the franchise's 30th anniversary.
Singer-songwriter Neil Sedaka, known for his hits like "Laughter in the Rain," "Breaking Up is Hard to Do" and "Calendar Girl," has died.
Streaming giant Netflix declined to match Paramount Skydance's $31 per share offer for Warner Bros. Discovery.
The Rangers beat the Maple Leafs 6-2 on Thursday night to pick up their first regulation win at home in more than three months.
Cutter Gauthier scored twice in a span of just over three minutes in the first period, backup Ville Husso stopped 42 shots and the Anaheim Ducks beat the New York Islanders 5-1.
The New Jersey Devils beat Toronto 4-3 on Wednesday night, sending the Maple Leafs to their fifth straight loss.
The Oklahoma City Thunder edged the New York Knicks 103-100 on Wednesday night.
Bam Adebayo had 23 points, nine rebounds and six steals, and the Miami Heat beat the Brooklyn Nets 124-98 on Tuesday night in the opener of a two-game series.
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.
Could New York City's harsh winter weather end up curbing the number of rats? Here's why experts are saying don't count on it.
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.
The experts and the science agree: human connection is crucial for our mental health and well-being, but in a busy and stress-filled world, these relationships can sometimes be overlooked. CBS News New York's Cindy Hsu is breaking the stigma about the importance that meaningful connections can have on our lives.
There are nearly 400 miles of scaffolding across New York City sidewalks. For decades, mayors have tried to lessen these eyesores without compromising safety. As CBS News New York's Ali Bauman reports, it's now Mayor Zohran Mamdani's turn.
Three former presidents were among the dignitaries in Chicago on Friday to celebrate the life and legacy of the late Rev. Jesse Jackson. Ash-har Quraishi reports on the sendoff for the civil rights activist and former Democratic presidential candidate.
With fighting in Iran and the Middle East intensifying, questions remain about how and when the campaign will end and who will lead the Persian country moving forward. CBS News New York's Allen Devlin reports.
The NYPD released bodycam footage of officers arriving to the off-campus Columbia University residential building where ICE agents were taking a student into custody. CBS News New York's Ali Bauman reports.
