It’s back: Toys R Us reopens its first store in New Jersey
The new retail store is opening in Paramus, located about 20 miles northeast of Newark.
New Jersey hospital apologizes for kidney transplant mix-up
Officials say the wrong person was given a kidney transplant at Virtua Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital in Camden, New Jersey.
Recall Alert: 86 tons of chicken fried rice may have plastic bits in it
A Mississippi company -- Ajinomoto Foods North America Inc. -- is recalling more than 86 tons of chicken fried rice that may contain bits of plastic.
Police: NJ woman left 3 dogs to die in empty home
Ocean County prosecutors say Allissa DeStefano was responsible for caring for the dogs and had left them alone for an unspecified amount of time, but it’s not clear if she owned the dogs.
Kids not too excited to meet the Grinch in hilarious viral video
A brother and sister were in the middle of taking holiday pictures when an unexpected guest crashed the scene.
Alleged gunman, victim among 6 charged in NJ football game shooting; 10-year-old critical
Six men were charged after a shooting at a New Jersey high school football game that authorities said was the result of “petty vengeance.”
10-year-old critical after shooting at NJ high school football game; 6 men charged
A 10-year-old boy remains in critical condition following a shooting at a high school football game. Six men have been charged in the incident.
Day care fined $48K for kicking out girl, 3, with Down syndrome over potty training
The New Jersey preschool expelled the girl with Down syndrome because she was not potty trained by a certain date, authorities said.
Last remaining survivor of the Hindenburg disaster dies at age 90
The last remaining survivor of the Hindenburg disaster, who suffered severe burns to his face, arms and legs before his mother managed to toss him and his brother from the burning airship, has died.
Search continues for Dulce Maria Alavez 2 months after disappearance
Law enforcement officials continue their search for a 5-year-old girl who they say was abducted from a Cumberland County park in mid-September.
New Jersey dogs, including 3-month-old pit bull, burned with blowtorch, animal rescuers say
Two dogs were deliberately set on fire in New Jersey last week — horrifying animal rescuers who believe a blowtorch was used to viciously burn the animals.
2 dead after Porsche crashes into 2nd floor of building
Police say a car crashed into the second floor of a New Jersey business, killing two people.
Red hot Illini beat Rutgers 38-10
Three defensive takeaways, including a pick-6, and timely offense carried red-hot Illinois past Rutgers 38-10 on Saturday.
TSA finds gun-shaped toilet paper roller in bag at Newark Liberty Airport
Transportation Security Administration agents at New Jersey's Newark Liberty Airport uncovered a more decorative than deadly item when they checked a passenger's carry-on.
Officials: Candy found in child's bag after Middle Twp. trunk-or-treat event tests positive for heroin
Authorities say Halloween candy found in a child's bag after a trunk-or-treat event in Middle Township, New Jersey, has tested positive for heroin.
Nickelodeon Universe, North America’s largest indoor theme park, set to open this week
The park will feature more than 35 rides and attractions based on the network’s iconic characters, including roller coasters and a Nickelodeon Slime Stage.
Couple sues Taco Bell for deceptive advertising after being overcharged $2.18 for Chalupas
A couple in New Jersey was so unhappy when they said they were charged $12.99 for a pair of Chalupa Cravings Boxes at Taco Bell they saw advertised for $5 each on TV, they decided to take their complaint to federal court and sue the company for deceptive advertising, according to reports.
Officials release sketch of possible witness in Dulce Maria Alavez case
Officials have released a sketch of a possible witness in the case of missing five-year-old Dulce Maria Alavez.
Girl dies after falling from ride at harvest festival
A 10-year-old girl died after plunging from an amusement park ride at a harvest festival in southern New Jersey over the weekend, authorities said.
Reward increases to $52K in search for Dulce Maria Alavez
A reward for information leading to an arrest in the case of 5-year-old Dulce Maria Alavez — who went missing in mid-September — has been increased to $52,000.