Mikie Sherrill elected governor of New Jersey, defeating Jack Ciattarelli
U.S. Rep. Mikie Sherrill on Tuesday was elected governor of New Jersey, raising hopes for Democrats and highlighting Republican vulnerabilities after there had been signs of a rightward shift in recent years in what has been a reliably blue state.
2025 election for NYC mayor, NJ governor: Live updates
Follow FOX 5 NY for live updates on the 2025 New York City mayoral race and the 2025 New Jersey gubernatorial race.
November 4 Election Day 2025: What you need to know
Voters head to polls Tuesday in America’s first major election with key races in several states, including New Jersey and Virginia.
NJ legalizes human composting, allowing remains to become soil
Families who want to forgo a traditional burial to put their loved ones to rest in a more natural way can now do so in New Jersey.
Mother and son arrested at Miami airport after fatal New Jersey street racing crash and escape attempt
Alvi Limani and his mother were arrested near Miami while attempting to flee to Albania after deadly BMW street race crash in New Jersey.
Earthquake in New Jersey: 3.0 magnitude
The United States Geological Survey said an earthquake hit New Jersey late Saturday night. Here’s what we know.
California, NJ senators want immigration officers to display visible IDs
Two Democratic U.S. senators on Tuesday introduced a bill to require immigration enforcement officers to display clearly visible ID after many ICE officials have been seen in public arresting people while covering their faces with masks.
Freak umbrella accident leaves lifeguard impaled in beach day horror
A fire chief described victim as 'tough' after a shocking Jersey Shore incident.
4 detainees escape from Newark ICE detention center after 'revolt,' officials say
Four men escaped from an ICE detention center in Newark, New Jersey, after dozens of migrant detainees reportedly staged a revolt on Thursday.
Teen escapes after being held captive, abused by South Jersey couple for years: officials
A South Jersey couple is facing a list of charges for a disturbing case of child abuse where officials say a girl was forced to endure deplorable living conditions while being sexually abused, before she was able to escape years later.
Newark mayor released after being arrested at ICE facility during protest with congressional Dems
Newark Mayor Ras Baraka was arrested at a federal immigration detention center where he has been protesting its opening this week.
How helicopter crashed in the Hudson: Blades may have come off
A helicopter crashed into the Hudson River Thursday afternoon, killing all six on board.
Jon Bon Jovi slammed by NJ mayor for turning town into ‘ground zero’ for homeless
Jon Bon Jovi’s soup kitchen is causing more issues than it's solving, in the opinion of Toms River Mayor Daniel Rodrick.
Cory Booker tops 24 hours in a Senate speech slamming Trump's actions
Sen. Cory Booker delivered a marathon speech lasting over 22 hours to protest President Trump's actions and demonstrate Democratic resistance.
Jersey Kebab ICE raid: Mother released on bond
Emine Emanet, a working mother and co-owner of family restaurant in South Jersey who was detained by ICE last month, has been released from a detention center in Elizabeth.
Boy, 14, charged after 2 cops shot, 1 killed, in Newark, NJ
A police officer was killed and another was injured in a shooting in Newark on Friday night.
FedEx plane seen flying while on fire near Newark Airport
The video Saturday morning showed another aviation close call in recent weeks, worrying some about the safety of flying.
Ex-NJ Sen. Bob Menendez sentenced to 11 years in prison
Former New Jersey Senator Bob Menendez has been sentenced to 11 years in federal prison.
Laura Caron: NJ elementary school teacher accused of having child with teen student
A New Jersey teacher is accused of sexually assaulting a young student and later having a child with him when he was just 13 and living in her home, according to court documents.
Gov. Hochul announces federal drone detection system for NY
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul announced on Sunday that the federal government is deploying a drone detection system to the state to aid in investigations into recent drone sightings.