25th annual Polar Bear Plunge held in Seaside Heights
Posted: Updated:Thousands jumped at the chance to take a dip in the chilly Atlantic Ocean Saturday for the 25th annual Polar Bear Plunge at Seaside Heights.
The event was organized by the Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics New Jersey.
They raised a record $2 million during the event.
News 12 New Jersey was a media sponsor for the Polar Bear Plunge.
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All 24 New Jersey Payless ShoeSource stores to close
All 24 New Jersey Payless ShoeSource stores to close
Payless ShoeSource is shuttering all of its 2,100 remaining stores in the U.S. and Puerto Rico – including all 24 stores in New Jersey.Payless ShoeSource is shuttering all of its 2,100 remaining stores in the U.S. and Puerto Rico – including all 24 stores in New Jersey.Forecast: Mix of sun and clouds, warmer temps on Saturday
Forecast: Mix of sun and clouds, warmer temps on Saturday
New Jersey will see a mix of sun and clouds on Saturday.
New Jersey will see a mix of sun and clouds on Saturday.
Poll: National Almond Day
Poll: National Almond Day
Today is National Almond Day. Are almonds your favorite type of nut?Today is National Almond Day. Are almonds your favorite type of nut?Chicago police arrest 2 black suspects in attack on Jussie Smollett
Chicago police arrest 2 black suspects in attack on Jussie Smollett
The investigation into black actor Jussie Smollett's account of being beaten in a racist, anti-gay attack took a sharp turn Friday when police announced the arrest of two black men they believe assaulted the "Empire" cast member.The investigation into black actor Jussie Smollett's account of being beaten in a racist, anti-gay attack took a sharp turn Friday when police announced the arrest of two black men they believe assaulted the "Empire" cast member.Vatican defrocks former US cardinal McCarrick over sex abuse
Vatican defrocks former US cardinal McCarrick over sex abuse
Pope Francis has defrocked former U.S. Cardinal Theodore McCarrick after Vatican officials found him guilty of soliciting for sex while hearing Confession and sexual crimes against minors and adults, the Holy See said Saturday.Pope Francis has defrocked former U.S. Cardinal Theodore McCarrick after Vatican officials found him guilty of soliciting for sex while hearing Confession and sexual crimes against minors and adults, the Holy See said Saturday.Employee being fired fatally shoots 5 co-workers in Illinois
Employee being fired fatally shoots 5 co-workers in Illinois
A gunman opened fire at a manufacturing plant in suburban Chicago on Friday, killing five people and wounding five police officers before he was fatally shot, police said.A gunman opened fire at a manufacturing plant in suburban Chicago on Friday, killing five people and wounding five police officers before he was fatally shot, police said.Football star puts dogs up for adoption to help veterans
Football star puts dogs up for adoption to help veterans
An NFL star is hoping to raise money for some United States veterans by putting his dogs up for adoption.An NFL star is hoping to raise money for some United States veterans by putting his dogs up for adoption.New York may be out, but New Jersey won’t give up on Amazon
New York may be out, but New Jersey won’t give up on Amazon
Amazon's breakup with New York was still fresh when other cities started sending their own valentines to the online giant.Amazon's breakup with New York was still fresh when other cities started sending their own valentines to the online giant.Union County College set to offer marijuana classes
Union County College set to offer marijuana classes
Another New Jersey college will be offering classes about marijuana as state lawmakers continue to debate over legislation to legalize adult recreational use.Another New Jersey college will be offering classes about marijuana as state lawmakers continue to debate over legislation to legalize adult recreational use.Seton Hall dorm fire survivors return to NJ to tell their story
Seton Hall dorm fire survivors return to NJ to tell their story
It has been 19 years since a devastating fire inside a dormitory at Seton Hall University killed three students and injured more than 50 others.It has been 19 years since a devastating fire inside a dormitory at Seton Hall University killed three students and injured more than 50 others.
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Westminster Kennel Club's annual dog show trots into New York
Westminster Kennel Club's annual dog show trots into New York
Photos from the 143rd Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show at Piers 92/94 in February, 2019 in New York City.Photos from the 143rd Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show at Piers 92/94 in February, 2019 in New York City.Your 2019 Valentine's Day Photos
Your 2019 Valentine's Day Photos
Celebrate the one you love this Valentine's Day! Share your photos with us.Celebrate the one you love this Valentine's Day! Share your photos with us.61st annual Grammy Awards
61st annual Grammy Awards
Photos from the 61st annual Grammy Awards on Sunday, Feb. 10, 2019, at the Staples Center in Los Angeles.Photos from the 61st annual Grammy Awards on Sunday, Feb. 10, 2019, at the Staples Center in Los Angeles.2019 PNC Bank Arts Center Concert Lineup
2019 PNC Bank Arts Center Concert Lineup
Check out the 2019 concert series lineup at PNC Bank Arts Center,
Check out the 2019 concert series lineup at PNC Bank Arts Center,
Just Married in New Jersey
Just Married in New Jersey
News 12 New Jersey wants to announce your wedding. If you were married in the past 90 days, please submit your photos via Twitter or Instagram using #JustMarriedNJ.
News 12 New Jersey wants to announce your wedding. If you were married in the past 90 days, please submit your photos via Twitter or Instagram using #JustMarriedNJ.
Musical acts at the Hard Rock Casino in Atlantic City
Musical acts at the Hard Rock Casino in Atlantic City
The Hard Rock Casino in Atlantic City opened its doors on June 28 at the site of the old Trump Taj Mahal. The Hard Rock is living up to its name with a lineup of some of music's biggest stars.
The Hard Rock Casino in Atlantic City opened its doors on June 28 at the site of the old Trump Taj Mahal. The Hard Rock is living up to its name with a lineup of some of music's biggest stars.
2019 Jones Beach Summer Concert Lineup
2019 Jones Beach Summer Concert Lineup
Northwell Health at Jones Beach Theater is rolling out a new concert lineup for 2019.
Northwell Health at Jones Beach Theater is rolling out a new concert lineup for 2019.
Guide: New Jersey Breweries
Guide: New Jersey Breweries
Looking to check out brewery this summer? There are many breweries across the state for beer-lovers to visit. Check out our list for breweries in your area.
Looking to check out brewery this summer? There are many breweries across the state for beer-lovers to visit. Check out our list for breweries in your area.
Frida Kahlo exhibit at the Brooklyn Museum
Frida Kahlo exhibit at the Brooklyn Museum
The exhibit opens to the public on Feb. 8 and closes on May 12.The exhibit opens to the public on Feb. 8 and closes on May 12.Patriots top Rams to win Super Bowl LIII
Patriots top Rams to win Super Bowl LIII
The Patriots topped the Rams 13-3 to win Super Bowl LIII on Feb. 3, 2018, it Atlanta.The Patriots topped the Rams 13-3 to win Super Bowl LIII on Feb. 3, 2018, it Atlanta.