Weather
NJ Transit Suspends All Services After Major Blizzard
Crews work to clear snow and assess conditions to resume service safely
Newark Braces for Blizzard: Plowing, Garbage, Shoveling, Parking, Power Outages
New Jersey under state of emergency as severe winter storm approaches, with up to 2 feet of snow expected.
Family Blames Snow Banks for Loved One's Death in Newark
Tyree Peterson, 34, was struck and killed by a car while trying to cross a busy street with high snow piles.
Crime
62-Year-Old Man Killed in Newark Shooting
Authorities investigating early morning homicide in New Jersey city
Founder of Austin Water Brand Sentenced to 51 Months for $6M Fraud
Todd O'Gara defrauded investors by lying about purchase orders and private equity funding for his now-defunct Wanu Water company.
Two Suspects Added to New Jersey's Most Wanted List
Accused cop beater and drug mill leader now sought by authorities
Travel
Smoke in Cabin Forces Evacuation of JetBlue Flight at Newark Airport
The incident prompted the temporary closure of Newark Liberty International Airport.
Newark Airport Closed After JetBlue Engine Failure
Passengers evacuated safely as crews work to remove disabled plane from taxiway.
Portal Bridge Overhaul Begins, Causing Delays for NJ Transit and Amtrak Riders
Month-long construction project to transform century-old bridge will snarl commutes until mid-March.
Lifestyle
Essex County Launches Senior Citizen Writing Contest
Annual Legacies Writing Contest returns for 2026 with $500 prize
New Jersey Towns Face Population Decline as Residents Seek Affordable Living Elsewhere
Census data shows major cities like Jersey City and Newark losing residents, with smaller towns seeing even steeper drops as people move to Florida, Texas, and other states.
Newark Launches Love Your Block Grant Program to Beautify Neighborhoods
The city's sustainability initiative empowers residents to enhance green spaces and build climate resilience.
Sports
Devils Ticket Prices Soar After Hughes' Gold Medal Goal
Team USA's hockey triumph sparks surge in demand for N.J. Devils games
Georgetown Hoyas Face Seton Hall Pirates in Big East Matchup
Hoyas look to upset Pirates' NCAA Tournament hopes on the road
Lackawanna men clinch playoff berth
Lackawanna College erases late deficit to defeat Essex County College
