Crews recover body of worker killed in trench collapse in Jersey City
Emergency crews have recovered the body of a 35-year-old construction worker who was killed when a trench collapsed, partially burying him Thursday morning. 
Fall “Crazy in Love” with a home Beyoncé and Jay-Z once summered in!
Tune into Luxury Living on Sunday, Mar. 1st at 6:30 p.m. and check it out! 
Video shows Range Rover bursting into flames, spreading to other vehicles and home in Long Branch
Video shows the terrifying moments a Range Rover burst into flames and spread to other vehicles and a home in Long Branch. 
3 Things to Know - Feb. 27, 2020
3 Things to Know with News 12's Kurt Siegelin 
Jersey Proud: Baby bald eagle hatches at Duke Farms
Bald eagles were nearly extinct in New Jersey, but their population has continued to grow over the past few years. A new baby bald eagle was born at Duke Farms in Hillsborough on Thursday. 
Palisades Park parents say their children’s schools are overcrowded by ‘out-of-towners’
A group of parents in Palisades Park claims that out-of-towners have overrun the school system, causing overcrowded in the town’s schools. 
Investors shy away from risk as coronavirus rattles markets
This week’s big sell-off on Wall Street suggests stocks have finally caught up to the bond market, where fear of an economic slowdown has been evident for months. 
‘Thank God he saw the smoke’ - Hero police officer saves 2 families from burning home
A hero police officer saved two families from their burning home in Ridgefield this past Saturday. 
Watch: Cars burst into flames after collision on Garden State Parkway
At least two cars caught fire on the Garden State Parkway causing delays during the Thursday evening commute. 
On annual Chamber of Commerce train ride, #MeToo movement takes focus
The annual New Jersey Chamber of Commerce train ride took state lawmakers, lobbyists and staffers to Washington, D.C. on Thursday. 
Want to spend the night in Lucy the Elephant? It’ll cost you $138
Lucy the Elephant, a six-story national historic landmark in Margate is being offered up for overnight stays March 17-19 on the house-sharing website Airbnb. 
New Jersey releases new guidelines for testing for mercury vapors in schools
The New Jersey Department of Health released new guidelines this week for testing for dangerous mercury vapors in the state’s schools. 
Gov. Murphy touts school Fair Formula Funding plan; says it will alleviate property tax burden
Gov. Murphy visited a Somerset County high school on Thursday to tout his plans for additional school funding statewide. It is a plan the governor says will help alleviate the property tax burden. 
'The Wildcat Shack’ helps Superstorm Sandy’s youngest victims get by 8 years after storm
A group of Ocean County teachers says that eight years after being hit hard by Superstorm Sandy, the students and their families are still lacking access to everyday tasks, such as doing laundry. 
President Trump urges calm even as US reports worrisome new virus case
President Donald Trump declared that a widespread U.S. outbreak of the new respiratory virus sweeping the globe isn't inevitable even as top health authorities at his side warned Americans that more infections are coming. 
Tractor-trailer overturns on Route 1, causing major delays
All lanes on Route 1 have reopened in North Brunswick after a tractor-trailer overturned during the Thursday morning commute. 
Feds cite new evidence against former Mexico security chief
New evidence against Mexico's former top security official has been uncovered since he was charged with taking tens of millions of dollars in bribes to protect Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman's notorious Sinaloa cartel 
Panera Bread offering unlimited coffee to loyalty program members
Panera Bread is now offering all-you-can-drink coffee to members of its loyalty program. 
Yelp offers diners new way to wait-list themselves at the hottest restaurants
Yelp is offering diners a new way to wait-list themselves at the hottest restaurants. 
Report: Surf Taco to open another location next month at the Jersey Shore
A new Surf Taco location is opening next month in Wall Township, according to a report.
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Consumer Alert: Medical info theft can cost you more than money
Consumer Alert: Medical info theft can cost you more than money
A new report from the medical security company Protenus finds that more than 41 million patient records were breached in 2019 in 572 hacking incidents.A new report from the medical security company Protenus finds that more than 41 million patient records were breached in 2019 in 572 hacking incidents.7 municipal employees claim Spotswood mayor, business administrator created hostile workplace
7 municipal employees claim Spotswood mayor, business administrator created hostile workplace
Seven current or former Spotswood municipal workers have filed lawsuits or other complaints against the borough, Mayor David Seely and Business Administrator Dawn McDonald.Seven current or former Spotswood municipal workers have filed lawsuits or other complaints against the borough, Mayor David Seely and Business Administrator Dawn McDonald.Consumer Alert: Nissan drivers raise questions about collision sensor safety
Consumer Alert: Nissan drivers raise questions about collision sensor safety
It’s technology that’s supposed to help drivers avoid accidents, but some Nissan owners say their collision sensors are so sensitive that their cars sometimes wind up applying the brakes for no reason.It’s technology that’s supposed to help drivers avoid accidents, but some Nissan owners say their collision sensors are so sensitive that their cars sometimes wind up applying the brakes for no reason.ADL: Distribution of white supremacist propaganda on the rise in NJ and nationwide
ADL: Distribution of white supremacist propaganda on the rise in NJ and nationwide
A new report by the Anti-Defamation League suggests that there has been a massive increase in white supremacist propaganda in New Jersey and nationwide.A new report by the Anti-Defamation League suggests that there has been a massive increase in white supremacist propaganda in New Jersey and nationwide.Consumer Alert: FBI warns of online threat posed by 'e-skimmers'
Consumer Alert: FBI warns of online threat posed by 'e-skimmers'
The FBI is warning about a new online threat that can steal personal and financial information.The FBI is warning about a new online threat that can steal personal and financial information.
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On annual Chamber of Commerce train ride, #MeToo movement takes focus
On annual Chamber of Commerce train ride, #MeToo movement takes focus
The annual New Jersey Chamber of Commerce train ride took state lawmakers, lobbyists and staffers to Washington, D.C. on Thursday.The annual New Jersey Chamber of Commerce train ride took state lawmakers, lobbyists and staffers to Washington, D.C. on Thursday.Gov. Murphy touts school Fair Formula Funding plan; says it will alleviate property tax burden
Gov. Murphy touts school Fair Formula Funding plan; says it will alleviate property tax burden
Gov. Murphy visited a Somerset County high school on Thursday to tout his plans for additional school funding statewide. It is a plan the governor says will help alleviate the property tax burden.Gov. Murphy visited a Somerset County high school on Thursday to tout his plans for additional school funding statewide. It is a plan the governor says will help alleviate the property tax burden.Gov. Murphy’s budget includes 2 years of free college tuition for low-income students
Gov. Murphy’s budget includes 2 years of free college tuition for low-income students
Low-income college students could be eligible for two years of free college tuition under Gov. Phil Murphy’s latest state budget proposal.Low-income college students could be eligible for two years of free college tuition under Gov. Phil Murphy’s latest state budget proposal.Gov. Murphy discusses his new $41 billion state budget with News 12 NJ
Gov. Murphy discusses his new $41 billion state budget with News 12 NJ
News 12's Eric Landskroner sits down with Gov. Phil Murphy to discuss the newest state budget.News 12's Eric Landskroner sits down with Gov. Phil Murphy to discuss the newest state budget.Gov. Murphy unveils $41 billion state budget in 3rd annual address
Gov. Murphy unveils $41 billion state budget in 3rd annual address
Gov. Phil Murphy delivered his third annual state budget address on Tuesday, unveiling a $41 billion plan.Gov. Phil Murphy delivered his third annual state budget address on Tuesday, unveiling a $41 billion plan.
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A dark time in Hoboken’s history: Remembering the arson victims of the ‘70s, ‘80s
A dark time in Hoboken’s history: Remembering the arson victims of the ‘70s, ‘80s
A community effort is underway in Hoboken to finally tell the story about a wave of fires that killed dozens of people and displaced hundreds 40 years ago.A community effort is underway in Hoboken to finally tell the story about a wave of fires that killed dozens of people and displaced hundreds 40 years ago.Sir Paul McCartney spotted in Metuchen: Do you know his New Jersey connection?
Sir Paul McCartney spotted in Metuchen: Do you know his New Jersey connection?
Music legend Paul McCartney was spotted in Metuchen this weekend in a photo that has since gone viral.Music legend Paul McCartney was spotted in Metuchen this weekend in a photo that has since gone viral.The gentlemen’s club: A rebranding of go-go bars in New Jersey
The gentlemen’s club: A rebranding of go-go bars in New Jersey
News 12 New Jersey’s Brian Donohue noticed that many strip clubs are trying to rebrand themselves in an effort to be more respectable.News 12 New Jersey’s Brian Donohue noticed that many strip clubs are trying to rebrand themselves in an effort to be more respectable.Union Township native creates virtual museum dedicated to ‘World’s Tallest Watersphere’
Union Township native creates virtual museum dedicated to ‘World’s Tallest Watersphere’
A Union Township native who has a slight obsession with a 212-foot water tower in the town, is doing his best to preserve its legacy.A Union Township native who has a slight obsession with a 212-foot water tower in the town, is doing his best to preserve its legacy.Out of this world! Union City teen may have discovered new planet outside solar system
Out of this world! Union City teen may have discovered new planet outside solar system
A Hudson County high school student may have discovered a brand new planet that lies outside of our solar system.A Hudson County high school student may have discovered a brand new planet that lies outside of our solar system.
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Jersey Proud: Baby bald eagle hatches at Duke Farms
Jersey Proud: Baby bald eagle hatches at Duke Farms
Bald eagles were nearly extinct in New Jersey, but their population has continued to grow over the past few years. A new baby bald eagle was born at Duke Farms in Hillsborough on Thursday.Jersey Proud: Teenager with autism scores 3-pointer at senior basketball game
Jersey Proud: Teenager with autism scores 3-pointer at senior basketball game
AJ Leone – a senior at Lyndhurst High School – has autism and has been the boy’s basketball team manager for two years. For the senior night game Leone was able to suit up and play in the game. He scored a 3-pointer at the buzzer, getting cheers from his teammates and classmates.Jersey Proud: HS basketball rivals unite to benefit young boy with cancer
Jersey Proud: HS basketball rivals unite to benefit young boy with cancer
Verona and Cedar Grove may be high school rivals. But the schools’ girls’ basketball teams joined forces for Hoops for Hope. They played for second grader Nick Storms who is battling cancer.Jersey Proud: Middle school bands look for chance to play at Rutgers football game
Jersey Proud: Middle school bands look for chance to play at Rutgers football game
New Jersey middle school bands will have a chance to play at a Rutgers football game. More information.
New Jersey middle school bands will have a chance to play at a Rutgers football game. More information.
Jersey Proud: New Jersey Task Force 1
Jersey Proud: New Jersey Task Force 1
New Jersey Task Force 1 held its annual team meeting this month. Task Force 1 is an elite team of rescuers who are called around the country and the world to help out in a disaster.
New Jersey Task Force 1 held its annual team meeting this month. Task Force 1 is an elite team of rescuers who are called around the country and the world to help out in a disaster.
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Jersey Weekend Buzz: Feb. 28 - March 1, 2020
Jersey Weekend Buzz: Feb. 28 - March 1, 2020
Jersey Weekend Buzz: Feb. 28 - March 1, 2020Jersey Weekend Buzz: Feb. 28 - March 1, 2020Jersey Buzz: Feb. 27, 2020
Jersey Buzz: Feb. 27, 2020
Jersey Buzz: Feb. 27, 2020Jersey Buzz: Feb. 27, 2020Jersey Buzz: Jurassic World LIVE Tour
Jersey Buzz: Jurassic World LIVE Tour
Jersey Buzz: Jurassic World LIVE Tour
Jersey Buzz: Jurassic World LIVE Tour
The "Jurassic World LIVE Tour" is at the Prudential Center in Newark starting Thursday through Sunday.The "Jurassic World LIVE Tour" is at the Prudential Center in Newark starting Thursday through Sunday.Jersey Buzz: Feb. 26, 2020
Jersey Buzz: Feb. 26, 2020
Jersey Buzz: Feb. 26, 2020Jersey Buzz: Feb. 26, 2020Celebrating Mardi Gras around the tri-state
Celebrating Mardi Gras around the tri-state
One of the biggest party days of the year in New Orleans is also cause for celebration around the tri-state. Mardi Gras is celebrated at restaurants, bars and other venues wanting to party like the Big Easy.One of the biggest party days of the year in New Orleans is also cause for celebration around the tri-state. Mardi Gras is celebrated at restaurants, bars and other venues wanting to party like the Big Easy.
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Man pleads guilty in hit-and-run that killed teenage boy, injured father
Man pleads guilty in hit-and-run that killed teenage boy, injured father
A man who was driving with a suspended license has admitted to leaving the scene of a hit-and-run crash last year that killed a teenager and injured the boy's father.A man who was driving with a suspended license has admitted to leaving the scene of a hit-and-run crash last year that killed a teenager and injured the boy's father.School bus driver accused of molesting girls during games of ‘hide-and-seek’ to stay jailed
School bus driver accused of molesting girls during games of ‘hide-and-seek’ to stay jailed
A school bus driver accused of sexually assaulting two young female students during daily games of “hide-and-seek” on the bus will remain jailed pending his trial.A school bus driver accused of sexually assaulting two young female students during daily games of “hide-and-seek” on the bus will remain jailed pending his trial.Man charged with arson, murder of housemate who went missing after fire
Man charged with arson, murder of housemate who went missing after fire
An Ocean Township man is facing arson and murder charges related to the death of his housemate.An Ocean Township man is facing arson and murder charges related to the death of his housemate.Long Hill PD asks residents to report crimes to them, not just post about it on Facebook
Long Hill PD asks residents to report crimes to them, not just post about it on Facebook
The Long Hills Police Department is urging the town’s residents to report crimes to police; don’t just make posts about it on community pages on Facebook.The Long Hills Police Department is urging the town’s residents to report crimes to police; don’t just make posts about it on community pages on Facebook.Police seek suspect who attacked residents, set fire to Collingswood home
Police seek suspect who attacked residents, set fire to Collingswood home
Authorities are searching for a man who they say broke into a home, attacked a resident and tied up another before setting the house on fire.Authorities are searching for a man who they say broke into a home, attacked a resident and tied up another before setting the house on fire.
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MLB appoints 1st black umpire crew chief
MLB appoints 1st black umpire crew chief
Major League Baseball has appointed its first African American umpire crew chief, promoting Kerwin Danley to the position this week, The Associated Press has learned.Major League Baseball has appointed its first African American umpire crew chief, promoting Kerwin Danley to the position this week, The Associated Press has learned.Former Michigan wrestlers urge more victims to 'speak up'
Former Michigan wrestlers urge more victims to 'speak up'
A University of Michigan wrestler from the 1970s says he was kicked off the team and lost his financial aid after complaining to a coach that he had been abused by a sports doctor.A University of Michigan wrestler from the 1970s says he was kicked off the team and lost his financial aid after complaining to a coach that he had been abused by a sports doctor.Prayers at fire-bombed mosques as India's riot toll grows
Prayers at fire-bombed mosques as India's riot toll grows
Muslims have returned to the battle-torn streets of northeastern New Delhi for Friday prayers at riot-damaged mosques amid a heavy police presence.Muslims have returned to the battle-torn streets of northeastern New Delhi for Friday prayers at riot-damaged mosques amid a heavy police presence.29 Turkish soldiers killed in northeast Syria air strike
29 Turkish soldiers killed in northeast Syria air strike
Turkey-backed Syrian opposition fighters have retaken a key northwestern town in Syria recently captured by government forces, and cut the highway linking the capital, Damascus, with the northern city of Aleppo.Turkey-backed Syrian opposition fighters have retaken a key northwestern town in Syria recently captured by government forces, and cut the highway linking the capital, Damascus, with the northern city of Aleppo.Scars of violence haunt India's capital after deadly riots
Scars of violence haunt India's capital after deadly riots
India accused a U.S. government commission of politicizing communal violence in New Delhi that killed at least 30 people and injured more than 200 as President Donald Trump visited.India accused a U.S. government commission of politicizing communal violence in New Delhi that killed at least 30 people and injured more than 200 as President Donald Trump visited.
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Coronavirus fear touches off a global run on face masks
Coronavirus fear touches off a global run on face masks
Fear of the spreading coronavirus is causing a global run on sales of face masks despite medical experts' advice that most people who aren't sick don't need to wear them.Fear of the spreading coronavirus is causing a global run on sales of face masks despite medical experts' advice that most people who aren't sick don't need to wear them.Asia stocks tumble on virus fears after Wall Street plunge
Asia stocks tumble on virus fears after Wall Street plunge
Asian stock markets have fallen further on virus fears after Wall Street endured its biggest one-day drop in nine years.Asian stock markets have fallen further on virus fears after Wall Street endured its biggest one-day drop in nine years.Stocks just 'corrected,' a regular but still scary event
Stocks just 'corrected,' a regular but still scary event
The stock market's current slide hit a big milestone Thursday.The stock market's current slide hit a big milestone Thursday.In scramble to stop virus, testing raises tough questions
In scramble to stop virus, testing raises tough questions
Health officials are confronting tough questions about testing to intercept the fast-spreading coronavirus, with scrutiny focused on a four-day delay in screening an infected California woman despite her doctors’...Health officials are confronting tough questions about testing to intercept the fast-spreading coronavirus, with scrutiny focused on a four-day delay in screening an infected California woman despite her doctors’ early calls to do so.US economy grew at 2.1% rate in Q4 but virus threat looms
US economy grew at 2.1% rate in Q4 but virus threat looms
US economy grows at 2.1% in Q4 but spreading coronavirus could jeopardize future growth.US economy grows at 2.1% in Q4 but spreading coronavirus could jeopardize future growth.
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Never coming baaaaaack: Runaway sheep in Rockland County now living the dream upstate
Never coming baaaaaack: Runaway sheep in Rockland County now living the dream upstate
One sheep in Rockland County has captured the hearts of police officers and community members there after she made a successful run from the slaughterhouse.One sheep in Rockland County has captured the hearts of police officers and community members there after she made a successful run from the slaughterhouse.Crotona Park bodega worker goes viral on TikTok for challenging customers' math skills
Crotona Park bodega worker goes viral on TikTok for challenging customers' math skills
Ahmed Alwan, the owner of a Bronx bodega, has gone viral on TikTok for testing his customers’ math skills.A Bronx bodega worker has gone viral on TikTok for testing his customers’ math skills.Lucky dog: Pit bull unharmed after being found wandering on the Garden State Parkway
Lucky dog: Pit bull unharmed after being found wandering on the Garden State Parkway
A black and white pit bull is lucky to be alive after she was found wandering on one of the busiest sections of the Garden State Parkway.A black and white pit bull is lucky to be alive after she was found wandering on one of the busiest sections of the Garden State Parkway.Mystery solved: ‘Welcome to Central Jersey’ sign creator says it was to prove a point to his sisters
Mystery solved: ‘Welcome to Central Jersey’ sign creator says it was to prove a point to his sisters
The creator of a "Welcome to Central Jersey" road sign says that he had it created in order to prove a point to his two sisters.The creator of a "Welcome to Central Jersey" road sign says that he had it created in order to prove a point to his two sisters.Ham on the loose! Pig found in front yard of Nanuet home
Ham on the loose! Pig found in front yard of Nanuet home
The search is on for the owner of a pig found on the loose in Nanuet.The search is on for the owner of a pig found on the loose in Nanuet.
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Kobe Bryant handprints, other memorabilia up for auction
Kobe Bryant handprints, other memorabilia up for auction
Some key Kobe Bryant memorabila, including two of his Los Angeles Lakers uniforms and handprints he left outside a Hollywood landmark, are going up for sale in April.Some key Kobe Bryant memorabila, including two of his Los Angeles Lakers uniforms and handprints he left outside a Hollywood landmark, are going up for sale in April.National Symphony cancels Japan concerts due to virus
National Symphony cancels Japan concerts due to virus
The National Symphony Orchestra canceled the five remaining performances in Japan of its Asian tour because of a new virus epidemic.The National Symphony Orchestra canceled the five remaining performances in Japan of its Asian tour because of a new virus epidemic.Disney Plus to revive 'The Proud Family' animated series
Disney Plus to revive 'The Proud Family' animated series
The Proud family is making a comeback.The Proud family is making a comeback.NBC renews 'Law & Order: SVU,' 'Chicago' dramas for 3 years
NBC renews 'Law & Order: SVU,' 'Chicago' dramas for 3 years
NBC is giving three-year renewals to its drama series from veteran producer Dick Wolf, including the perennial “Law & Order: Special Victims Unit.”.NBC is giving three-year renewals to its drama series from veteran producer Dick Wolf, including the perennial “Law & Order: Special Victims Unit.”.Guests evacuated after boat at Disney World takes on water
Guests evacuated after boat at Disney World takes on water
A boat filled with guests at Walt Disney World had to be evacuated after it took on water.A boat filled with guests at Walt Disney World had to be evacuated after it took on water.
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Los Angeles honors Kobe, Gianna Bryant with public memorial
Los Angeles honors Kobe, Gianna Bryant with public memorial
Los Angeles honors Kobe, Gianna Bryant with public memorial
Los Angeles honors Kobe, Gianna Bryant with public memorial
A sold-out memorial service was held Monday for basketball star Kobe Bryant and his daughter Gianna, who were among nine people killed last month in a helicopter crash in Los Angeles.A sold-out memorial service was held Monday for basketball star Kobe Bryant and his daughter Gianna, who were among nine people killed last month in a helicopter crash in Los Angeles.New toys galore on display at Toy Fair New York
New toys galore on display at Toy Fair New York
The toy fair runs at the Jacob Javits Center from Feb. 22 through 25.The toy fair runs at the Jacob Javits Center from Feb. 22 through 25.Stone Pony Summer Stage Acts
Stone Pony Summer Stage Acts
Check out the Stone Pony Summer Stage Acts for 2020.
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Check out the Stone Pony Summer Stage Acts for 2020.
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Just Engaged in New Jersey
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