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Paterson mayor pleads guilty to corruption charges; must resign
The mayor of Paterson has accepted a plea deal in his ongoing corruption case and must resign from office.
Forecast: Sunny, warm weekend ahead for New Jersey
Fall may officially begin Friday, but it will feel more like summer this weekend.
School officials warn parents of viral meningitis case in Lacey
Schools district officials in Lacey are warning parents about a local high school student diagnosed with viral meningitis.
Flames torch home in Essex County
A fire broke out at a home in Orange overnight. The incident happened on North Day Street. News 12 will follow the story and provide details once they are available.
Christie pardons New York woman after her drug recovery
New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie has pardoned a New York woman who says she turned her life around after she entered drug recovery and gained her sobriety more than three decades ago.
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Police arrest man accused of burglarizing church
Police arrest man accused of burglarizing church
Toms River police have arrested a man they say stole from a church donation box earlier this month.
Toms River police have arrested a man they say stole from a church donation box earlier this month.
Paterson mayor pleads guilty to corruption charges; must resign
Paterson mayor pleads guilty to corruption charges; must resign
The mayor of Paterson has accepted a plea deal in his ongoing corruption case and must resign from office.
The mayor of Paterson has accepted a plea deal in his ongoing corruption case and must resign from office.
Judge denies probation request for Holland Tunnel ‘vigilante’
Judge denies probation request for Holland Tunnel ‘vigilante’
A Hudson County judge has denied a request from a Pennsylvania gun range owner who faces prison time for having guns inside his pick-up truck when he was stopped outside the Holland Tunnel last year.
A Hudson County judge has denied a request from a Pennsylvania gun range owner who faces prison time for having guns inside his pick-up truck when he was stopped outside the Holland Tunnel last year.
Camden cop accused of sexual assault after 15-year-old has his child
Camden cop accused of sexual assault after 15-year-old has his child
A Camden County police detective is accused of sexually assaulting a 15-year-old girl who allegedly had his child, according to a report.
A Camden County police detective is accused of sexually assaulting a 15-year-old girl who allegedly had his child, according to a report.
Thieves steal 3 bottles of liquor worth $51K from River Edge store
Thieves steal 3 bottles of liquor worth $51K from River Edge store
The six thieves got away with three bottles of liquor worth $51,899. Authorities say that the theft happened Sept. 15 around 6:45 p.m. at the Total Wine and More store in River Edge.
The six thieves got away with three bottles of liquor worth $51,899. Authorities say that the theft happened Sept. 15 around 6:45 p.m. at the Total Wine and More store in River Edge.
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Consumer Alert: Hurricane charity donations
Consumer Alert: Hurricane charity donations
Americans have donated about $350 million to help the victims of hurricanes Harvey and Irma. But in times of disaster, it is easy to donate to the wrong charity or get scammed out of money.
Americans have donated about $350 million to help the victims of hurricanes Harvey and Irma. But in times of disaster, it is easy to donate to the wrong charity or get scammed out of money.
KIYC: Animal sanctuary director faces cruelty charges
KIYC: Animal sanctuary director faces cruelty charges
The director of a Jackson Township animal sanctuary faces two counts of animal cruelty in connection with two dogs that died in her care last year.
The director of a Jackson Township animal sanctuary faces two counts of animal cruelty in connection with two dogs that died in her care last year.
Kane in Your Corner: Missing reports on ride-related injuries
Kane in Your Corner: Missing reports on ride-related injuries
How safe are New Jersey’s amusement parks? Despite a state law mandating park operators to report ride-related injuries, a Kane In Your Corner investigation finds many injuries, some of them significant, are missing from state records.
How safe are New Jersey’s amusement parks? Despite a state law mandating park operators to report ride-related injuries, a Kane In Your Corner investigation finds many injuries, some of them significant, are missing from state records.
Consumer Alert: Jury duty scams
Consumer Alert: Jury duty scams
Serving on a jury is a civic duty, but some scammers may try to use that responsibility to steal money from unsuspecting people.
Serving on a jury is a civic duty, but some scammers may try to use that responsibility to steal money from unsuspecting people.
KIYC: Stakes could be high in Menendez corruption trial
KIYC: Stakes could be high in Menendez corruption trial
The stakes could potentially be high when U.S. Sen. Robert Menendez goes on trial next month for corruption. Not just here in New Jersey, but across the country.
The stakes could potentially be high when U.S. Sen. Robert Menendez goes on trial next month for corruption. Not just here in New Jersey, but across the country.
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Skylark Diner Lounge offers unique food in Edison
Skylark Diner Lounge offers unique food in Edison
News 12 New Jersey visited the Skylark Diner Lounge in Edison. The diner features a “retro sci-fi” theme inside and serves a wide variety of unique meals and desserts. Find out more HERE.
‘Amusement Today’ names Six Flags’ wooden coaster best in world
‘Amusement Today’ names Six Flags’ wooden coaster best in world
Six Flags Great Adventure’s El Toro has received the 2017 Golden Ticket Award for the best wooden roller coaster in the world.
Six Flags Great Adventure’s El Toro has received the 2017 Golden Ticket Award for the best wooden roller coaster in the world.
Construction begins on Count Basie Theatre expansion
Construction begins on Count Basie Theatre expansion
It was a big day for the Count Basie Theatre Wednesday as construction began on the Red Bank theater’s expansion.
It was a big day for the Count Basie Theatre Wednesday as construction began on the Red Bank theater’s expansion.
YESTERcades brings ‘retro’ fun to New Jersey
YESTERcades brings ‘retro’ fun to New Jersey
News 12 New Jersey visited YESTERcades in Red Bank. The venue brings back old-school videos games with a modern twist. Find out more by clicking HERE.
Broad Street Diner named best casual restaurant in NJ
Broad Street Diner named best casual restaurant in NJ
The Broad Street diner in Keyport has recently been named the best casual restaurant in the Garden State. News 12 New Jersey talked to diners to tell us what they love about this local favorite.
The Broad Street diner in Keyport has recently been named the best casual restaurant in the Garden State. News 12 New Jersey talked to diners to tell us what they love about this local favorite. More information about the diner can be found HERE.
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NJ Transit resumes regular service as NY Penn Station repairs end
NJ Transit resumes regular service as NY Penn Station repairs end
Transit commuters’ “Summer of Hell” is finally over, as phase one of Amtrak’s Penn Station repairs come to an end.
Transit commuters’ “Summer of Hell” is finally over, as phase one of Amtrak’s Penn Station repairs come to an end.
Regular Penn Station transit to return Tuesday after ‘Summer of Hell’
Regular Penn Station transit to return Tuesday after ‘Summer of Hell’
Amtrak’s intensive construction in Manhattan began eight weeks ago, altering schdules that will finally return to normal beginning on Tuesday during the morning rush hour.
Amtrak’s intensive construction in Manhattan began eight weeks ago, altering schdules that will finally return to normal beginning on Tuesday during the morning rush hour.
NJ Transit to restore service to Penn Station by Sept. 5
NJ Transit to restore service to Penn Station by Sept. 5
New Jersey Transit says that the agency plans to restore full service to New York Penn Station by Tuesday, Sept. 5 following Amtrak’s completion of Phase One of track repairs.
New Jersey Transit says that the agency plans to restore full service to New York Penn Station by Tuesday, Sept. 5 following Amtrak’s completion of Phase One of track repairs.
Non-commuter NJ Transit train derails at NY Penn Station
Non-commuter NJ Transit train derails at NY Penn Station
A non-commuter NJ Transit train derailed early Wednesday morning at New York Penn Station, an NJ Transit official said.
A non-commuter NJ Transit train derailed early Wednesday morning at New York Penn Station, an NJ Transit official said.
NJ Transit spent $1M on Penn Station project ad campaign
NJ Transit spent $1M on Penn Station project ad campaign
NJ Transit spent more than $1 million on a digital advertising campaign this summer to inform riders about changes caused by a two-month repair project at Penn Station.
NJ Transit spent more than $1 million on a digital advertising campaign this summer to inform riders about changes caused by a two-month repair project at Penn Station.
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Federal government notifies 21 states of election hacking
Federal government notifies 21 states of election hacking
The federal government is telling election officials in 21 states that hackers targeted their systems last year, although in most cases the systems were not breached.The federal government is telling election officials in 21 states that hackers targeted their systems last year, although in most cases the systems were not breached.Bottega Veneta embraces the now at Milan Fashion Week
Bottega Veneta embraces the now at Milan Fashion Week
With Gigi Hadid on the runway and Lauren Hutton in the front row, Bottega Veneta honors icons as it embraces the now.With Gigi Hadid on the runway and Lauren Hutton in the front row, Bottega Veneta honors icons as it embraces the now.Trump travel ban expires Sunday; new ban may vary by country
Trump travel ban expires Sunday; new ban may vary by country
New, more tailored restrictions on travelers from additional countries could be part of next version of Trump's travel ban.New, more tailored restrictions on travelers from additional countries could be part of next version of Trump's travel ban.South Korea says natural North Korea earthquake detected
South Korea says natural North Korea earthquake detected
South Korea's weather agency says a magnitude 3.0 earthquake was detected in North Korea around where the country recently conducted a nuclear test, but it assessed the quake as natural.South Korea's weather agency says a magnitude 3.0 earthquake was detected in North Korea around where the country recently conducted a nuclear test, but it assessed the quake as natural.China imposes limit on oil supply to North Korea
China imposes limit on oil supply to North Korea
China imposes limit on oil supply to North Korea in new pressure over nuclear, missile ambitions.China imposes limit on oil supply to North Korea in new pressure over nuclear, missile ambitions.Trump tweets take on GOP holdouts on health legislation
Trump tweets take on GOP holdouts on health legislation
McCain opposes latest GOP health care bill, drawing ire from Trump and possibly dealing death blow to repeal-and-replace effort.McCain opposes latest GOP health care bill, drawing ire from Trump and possibly dealing death blow to repeal-and-replace effort.AP FACT CHECK: Kimmel's take on health care harder to refute
AP FACT CHECK: Kimmel's take on health care harder to refute
AP FACT CHECK: Considering all the arguments, TV host Jimmy Kimmel's take on the Republican health care bill is harder to refute.AP FACT CHECK: Considering all the arguments, TV host Jimmy Kimmel's take on the Republican health care bill is harder to refute.Republicans see political necessity in health care effort
Republicans see political necessity in health care effort
Republicans are feeling the heat to succeed in 'Obamacare' replacement effort.Republicans are feeling the heat to succeed in 'Obamacare' replacement effort.Dodgers beat Giants 4-2 to clinch 5th straight NL West title
Dodgers beat Giants 4-2 to clinch 5th straight NL West title
The Los Angeles Dodgers clinched their fifth straight NL West title, beating the San Francisco Giants 4-2 as Cody Bellinger set an NL rookie record with his 39th home run.The Los Angeles Dodgers clinched their fifth straight NL West title, beating the San Francisco Giants 4-2 as Cody Bellinger set an NL rookie record with his 39th home run.Earthquake dims stylish nightlife in Mexico City district
Earthquake dims stylish nightlife in Mexico City district
In the stylish Condesa neighborhood young revelers typically spill out from dimly lit bars and restaurants on a Friday night. But the first weekend since the 7.1-magnitude earthquake toppled buildings just blocks...In the stylish Condesa neighborhood young revelers typically spill out from dimly lit bars and restaurants on a Friday night. But the first weekend since the 7.1-magnitude earthquake toppled buildings just blocks away began on a somber note.
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Closure at busy US-Mexico border crossing promises headaches
Closure at busy US-Mexico border crossing promises headaches
The busiest border crossing in the United States will close this weekend to the more than 40,000 cars that pass through it daily to Mexico.The busiest border crossing in the United States will close this weekend to the more than 40,000 cars that pass through it daily to Mexico.China imposes limit on oil supply to North Korea
China imposes limit on oil supply to North Korea
China imposes limit on oil supply to North Korea in new pressure over nuclear, missile ambitions.China imposes limit on oil supply to North Korea in new pressure over nuclear, missile ambitions.The Latest: Group wants Congress to revisit Medicaid changes
The Latest: Group wants Congress to revisit Medicaid changes
A study finds the latest GOP effort to end "Obamacare" would take federal dollars away from states that expanded Medicaid under the Affordable Care Act.A study finds the latest GOP effort to end "Obamacare" would take federal dollars away from states that expanded Medicaid under the Affordable Care Act.Gatorade pays California $300K, settles anti-water complaint
Gatorade pays California $300K, settles anti-water complaint
California's attorney general has reached a $300,000 settlement with Gatorade over allegations the company made "anti-water" statements in a cellphone video game.California's attorney general has reached a $300,000 settlement with Gatorade over allegations the company made "anti-water" statements in a cellphone video game.Trump tweets take on GOP holdouts on health legislation
Trump tweets take on GOP holdouts on health legislation
McCain opposes latest GOP health care bill, drawing ire from Trump and possibly dealing death blow to repeal-and-replace effort.McCain opposes latest GOP health care bill, drawing ire from Trump and possibly dealing death blow to repeal-and-replace effort.AP FACT CHECK: Kimmel's take on health care harder to refute
AP FACT CHECK: Kimmel's take on health care harder to refute
AP FACT CHECK: Considering all the arguments, TV host Jimmy Kimmel's take on the Republican health care bill is harder to refute.AP FACT CHECK: Considering all the arguments, TV host Jimmy Kimmel's take on the Republican health care bill is harder to refute.Republicans see political necessity in health care effort
Republicans see political necessity in health care effort
Republicans are feeling the heat to succeed in 'Obamacare' replacement effort.Republicans are feeling the heat to succeed in 'Obamacare' replacement effort.Batman comic series to feature scenery from Portland, Maine
Batman comic series to feature scenery from Portland, Maine
A highly anticipated Batman comic book series will have some locations that might look familiar to Maine residents.A highly anticipated Batman comic book series will have some locations that might look familiar to Maine residents.China: Trump bank ban statement 'not consistent' with facts
China: Trump bank ban statement 'not consistent' with facts
A Chinese foreign ministry spokesman has said U.S. President Donald Trump's announcement that Beijing ordered Chinese banks to stop dealing with North Korea is "not consistent with the facts," but gave no...A Chinese foreign ministry spokesman has said U.S. President Donald Trump's announcement that Beijing ordered Chinese banks to stop dealing with North Korea is "not consistent with the facts," but gave no indication what steps China is taking.French far-left leader rallies Macron critics to the streets
French far-left leader rallies Macron critics to the streets
French far-left leader Jean-Luc Melenchon is rallying disaffected voters against President Emmanuel Macron's plan to weaken worker protections.French far-left leader Jean-Luc Melenchon is rallying disaffected voters against President Emmanuel Macron's plan to weaken worker protections.
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New Jersey Talks Trump
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New Jersey residents discuss the Trump administration. Join the conversation on our Facebook page.
New Jersey residents discuss the Trump administration. Join the conversation on our Facebook page.
New Jersey residents discuss the Trump administration. Join the conversation on our Facebook page.
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9/22: Do you agree with sanctions imposed on Rutgers’ football program by the NCAA?
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New Apple products hit the shelves
New Apple products hit the shelves
The new iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus, as well as the updated Apple Watch and Apple TV, go on sale on Sept. 22, 2017.
The new iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus, as well as the updated Apple Watch and Apple TV, go on sale on Sept. 22, 2017.
Hurricane Maria makes landfall in Puerto Rico
Hurricane Maria makes landfall in Puerto Rico
The National Hurricane Center says Hurricane Maria made landfall as a Category 4 storm early Wednesday near Yabucoa, Puerto Rico.
The National Hurricane Center says Hurricane Maria made landfall as a Category 4 storm early Wednesday near Yabucoa, Puerto Rico.
Strong earthquake shakes central Mexico
Strong earthquake shakes central Mexico
Numerous buildings collapsed or suffered serious damage across central Mexico, and deaths were already being reported shortly after the 7.1 magnitude earthquake.
Numerous buildings collapsed or suffered serious damage across central Mexico, and deaths were already being reported shortly after the 7.1 magnitude earthquake.
Photos: 69th annual Emmy Awards
Photos: 69th annual Emmy Awards
Photos from the 69th Primetime Emmy Awards with host Stephen Colbert on Sept. 17, 2017.
Photos from the 69th Primetime Emmy Awards with host Stephen Colbert on Sept. 17, 2017.
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Man hospitalized after falling 20 feet at Clifton’s ‘Gates of Hell’
Man hospitalized after falling 20 feet at Clifton’s ‘Gates of Hell’
A 21-year-old man was rescued early Friday morning after falling roughly 20 feet in an area commonly referred to as the “Gates of Hell,” Clifton police said.
A 21-year-old man was rescued early Friday morning after falling roughly 20 feet in an area commonly referred to as the “Gates of Hell,” Clifton police said.
Mercer County Community College student reported missing
Mercer County Community College student reported missing
Nicholas Pratico, 18, of Hamilton, was last seen on Mercer County Community College campus Sept. 20 around 3 p.m.
Nicholas Pratico, 18, of Hamilton, was last seen on Mercer County Community College campus Sept. 20 around 3 p.m.
Hunter shoots, kills dog he mistook for coyote
Hunter shoots, kills dog he mistook for coyote
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A family in Hunterdon County says it is devastated after a hunter accidentally shot their beloved dog with a crossbow after mistaking it for a coyote.
A family in Hunterdon County says it is devastated after a hunter accidentally shot their beloved dog with a crossbow after mistaking it for a coyote.
Christie pardons New York woman after her drug recovery
Christie pardons New York woman after her drug recovery
New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie has pardoned a New York woman who says she turned her life around after she entered drug recovery and gained her sobriety more than three decades ago.
New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie has pardoned a New York woman who says she turned her life around after she entered drug recovery and gained her sobriety more than three decades ago.
Paterson mayor pleads guilty to corruption charges; must resign
Paterson mayor pleads guilty to corruption charges; must resign
The mayor of Paterson has accepted a plea deal in his ongoing corruption case and must resign from office.
The mayor of Paterson has accepted a plea deal in his ongoing corruption case and must resign from office.
Personal info exposed in Equifax hack? Here’s what to do now
Personal info exposed in Equifax hack? Here’s what to do now
Are you among the 143 million people whose personal information was exposed? Here's what you should do next.
Are you among the 143 million people whose personal information was exposed? Here's what you should do next.
Judge denies probation request for Holland Tunnel ‘vigilante’
Judge denies probation request for Holland Tunnel ‘vigilante’
A Hudson County judge has denied a request from a Pennsylvania gun range owner who faces prison time for having guns inside his pick-up truck when he was stopped outside the Holland Tunnel last year.
A Hudson County judge has denied a request from a Pennsylvania gun range owner who faces prison time for having guns inside his pick-up truck when he was stopped outside the Holland Tunnel last year.
Beach officials warn against swimming in ocean this weekend
Beach officials warn against swimming in ocean this weekend
Officials at the Jersey Shore say they expect large crowds this weekend due to summer-like weather, but they are warning people to stay out of the ocean.
Officials at the Jersey Shore say they expect large crowds this weekend due to summer-like weather, but they are warning people to stay out of the ocean.
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