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Phil Murphy shocked and angered immigrant rights groups with one of his final acts as governor. Learn what he did and why they are so angry.

There’s a new cheesesteak in town that’s stirring up debate among purists. Wait until you hear what makes it so special — or controversial!

From lavish trips to unsettling allegations, the twists in the Caneiro trial are fascinating and disturbing all at once.

Gov. Murphy signed the Safe Communities Act but did not sign the Privacy Protection Act or a bill to codify the state's Immigrant Trust Directive.

The law prohibits restaurants, food trucks, hospitals, schools and arenas from providing single-use utensils, chopsticks and condiments unless requested by a customer.

New Jersey's new proposal for beauty schools focuses on training for all hair textures, requiring better tools and inclusive policies for nonbinary students, aiming for fairness in cosmetology education.

Obscured license plates and hefty debts: some drivers are getting pretty crafty on the GWB. Wait until you hear the details.

After months in jail, a Lakewood mother is released, carrying the weight of heartbreak and hope.

A historic moment for New Jersey as Mikie Sherrill takes the helm, promising to tackle rising costs and lead with community in mind.

Anticipation is high for the new ShopRite location expected to open soon.

The voting has ended and Adventure Aquarium has a new name for its 53rd African Penguin chick born in November.

On her very first day, Gov. Sherrill makes waves in Trenton, freezing electric rate hikes that became a top issue in the campaign.

With hours left in his final term, Gov. Phil Murphy has freed more than 30 killers from prison and granted clemency to several more.

Florham Park police are looking for a BMW with a labradoodle puppy inside after it was stolen in the parking lot of a CVS with the engine running and the doors unlocked.

Winter can be a real downer for outdoor fun, but one local entrepreneur is changing the game with a brand-new indoor golfing experience. Get ready to tee off, rain or shine.

A lucky spin can change everything, just ask the woman who hit it big in Atlantic City last month.

Red Bank Deupty Mayor Kate Triggiano said she had heard about "lots of ICE activity" around the state on Monday during the Martin Luther King Day holiday including two arrests in Red Bank.

Nothing warms a cold winter day quite like the aroma of a freshly baked meatloaf. Let's talk comfort food with a twist that you'll want to try!

Toms River police are looking for the person who robbed a smoke shop on Route 37 and tried to zip-tie and employee.

Tuesday will be frigid, then New Jersey gets a welcome two-day warmup before an even colder blast of arctic air comes with the next chance of accumulating snow.

Ever felt a chill in the air that’s hard to shake? The upcoming Darkside After Dark might just bring those ghostly vibes out in the open.

With affordability on the line, Sherrill's first days in office might determine the future for many families across the state.

With a huge budget deficit looming, Gov. Mikie Sherrill will struggle to deliver on promises of affordability. That's why NJ elected her.

With its rocket-themed sign still standing, the former Moon Motel is up for sale. It’s a bittersweet reminder of all the memories made there.

With a new law on the books, New Jersey’s public health landscape is taking a bold turn towards independent vaccine requirements.

New Jersey loves to spend money. We’re very good at it. Being smart about it is a whole other thing.

Freezing temperatures are on the way, and it’s not just the kids who might be delayed—schools are weighing safety against the chill.

The clock is ticking for eight dogs to be adopted or fostered from the Trenton Animal Shelter or they will be euthanized, the shelter pleaded on its Facebook page.

Cursive writing is back on the menu in New Jersey schools—time to dust off those old penmanship books!

ICE has placed a detainer on a Venezuelan national after he shot a woman at an Englewood home early Sunday morning, according to prosecutors.

In Clark, a familiar face returned to power, but the shadows of past accusations loom large over the community's conscience.

The legislation, sponsored by state Senate President Nick Scutari, D-Union, classifies all motorized bicycles as e-bikes including those with pedals and a motor.

Coyotes are on the prowl in New Jersey, and their presence is becoming hard to ignore. A recent incident has residents on high alert.

The unique Lakewood Township School District is the latest to face the "nuclear" option of a state takeover amid a red budget and worsening finances.

There's something special about a community that rallies around its own, especially during tough times. A local host shares a heartfelt story that connects us all.

After more than 25 years in business, Francesca's is shutting down all 460 of its boutique stores, including 16 in New Jersey, the company announced.