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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NJ Task Force 1 returns home after rebuilding storm-ravaged Florida
NJ Task Force 1 returns home after rebuilding storm-ravaged Florida
Members of New Jersey Task Force 1 were welcomed back today after assisting with the destruction caused by Hurricane Michael in Florida.
Members of New Jersey Task Force 1 were welcomed back today after assisting with the destruction caused by Hurricane Michael in Florida.
Members of New Jersey Task Force 1 were welcomed back today after assisting with the destruction caused by Hurricane Michael in Florida.
Members of New Jersey Task Force 1 were welcomed back today after assisting with the destruction caused by Hurricane Michael in Florida.
Forecast: Mostly cloudy with scattered showers
Forecast: Mostly cloudy with scattered showers
Warmer temperatures are expected for Saturday, with highs in the mid-60s.
Warmer temperatures are expected for Saturday, with highs in the mid-60s.
No Mega Millions winner, jackpot climbs to $1.6 billion
No Mega Millions winner, jackpot climbs to $1.6 billion
Mega Millions jackpot climbs to $1 billion
No one won the latest Mega Millions drawing, meaning the jackpot climbs to a staggering $1.6 billion.
No one won the latest Mega Millions drawing, meaning the jackpot climbs to a staggering $1.6 billion.
Crews to install power pole on Portal North Bridge
Crews to install power pole on Portal North Bridge
Crews will conduct preliminary work on a rail bridge over the Hackensack River today.
Crews will conduct preliminary work on a rail bridge over the Hackensack River today.
Nurse saves man who stopped breathing in Walmart
Nurse saves man who stopped breathing in Walmart
A Plainfield nurse sprang into action on her way to school Thursday, reviving a man who suffered a medical emergency and stopped breathing.
A Plainfield nurse sprang into action on her way to school Thursday, reviving a man who suffered a medical emergency and stopped breathing.
NJ woman credited in arrest of man allegedly plotting school attack
NJ woman credited in arrest of man allegedly plotting school attack
Authorities in Kentucky say a man was arrested for plotting a school attack, and a New Jersey woman is being credited with tipping off police.
Authorities in Kentucky say a man was arrested for plotting a school attack, and a New Jersey woman is being credited with tipping off police.
Murphy heading to Israel for 2nd, final leg of overseas trip
Murphy heading to Israel for 2nd, final leg of overseas trip
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New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy is heading to Israel on the second and final leg of his first overseas trip.
New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy is heading to Israel on the second and final leg of his first overseas trip.
Tour to spotlight unique, luxurious Hoboken homes
Tour to spotlight unique, luxurious Hoboken homes
The Hoboken House Tour will be held this Sunday, where people can see some of the city's most interesting and luxurious homes.
The Hoboken House Tour will be held this Sunday, where people can see some of the city's most interesting and luxurious homes.
Consumer Alert: Facebook profile spoofing
Consumer Alert: Facebook profile spoofing
There's good news for people worried about hackers getting access to their Facebook account.
There's good news for people worried about hackers getting access to their Facebook account.
Union County Magnet High School reopens after lockdown
Union County Magnet High School reopens after lockdown
Union County Magnet High School was under lockdown Friday afternoon.
Union County Magnet High School was under lockdown Friday afternoon.
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Just Married in New Jersey
Just Married in New Jersey
News 12 New Jersey wants to announce your wedding.
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.
Your 2018 New Jersey Fall Fun Photos
Your 2018 New Jersey Fall Fun Photos
Send us your Fall Fun Pics!
Is fall your favorite season? Are you and your family doing fun things this fall? Whether you're out apple or pumpkin picking, at a farm or corn maze or just hanging around in your home or yard, News 12 New Jersey want to see your Fall Fun pics! Send them via Twitter or Instagram with the #NJFallFun and they might end up on air or on News12.com.
Is fall your favorite season? Are you and your family doing fun things this fall? Whether you're out apple or pumpkin picking, at a farm or corn maze or just hanging around in your home or yard, News 12 New Jersey want to see your Fall Fun pics! Send them via Twitter or Instagram with the #NJFallFun and they might end up on air or on News12.com.
Workers wanted: Companies hiring for the holidays
Workers wanted: Companies hiring for the holidays
Companies around the nation are hiring seasonal workers for the holiday shopping season.
Companies around the nation are hiring seasonal workers for the holiday shopping season.
Companies around the nation are hiring seasonal workers for the holiday shopping season.
Companies around the nation are hiring seasonal workers for the holiday shopping season.
Guide: National park sites in the tristate area
Guide: National park sites in the tristate area
Statue of Liberty
A guide to the national park sites and trails on Long Island, Connecticut, New Jersey, New York City and the Hudson Valley.
A guide to the national park sites and trails on Long Island, Connecticut, New Jersey, New York City and the Hudson Valley.
Halloween costumes for children in 2018
Halloween costumes for children in 2018
Whether your kids are into "Fortnite," or "The Incredibles," News 12 has the most popular Halloween children's costumes for 2018.
Whether your kids are into "Fortnite," or "The Incredibles," News 12 has the most popular Halloween children's costumes for 2018.
Whether your kids are into "Fortnite," or "The Incredibles," News 12 has the most popular Halloween children's costumes for 2018.
Whether your kids are into "Fortnite," or "The Incredibles," News 12 has the most popular Halloween children's costumes for 2018.
Guide: Where to find food trucks in New Jersey
Guide: Where to find food trucks in New Jersey
Food Truck Friday: Callahan's
Craving something savory or sweet? It doesn't really matter when it comes to food trucks, where you can have it all -- you just have to know where to find them! Here is a list of food trucks and where you could find them in New Jersey.
Craving something savory or sweet? It doesn't really matter when it comes to food trucks, where you can have it all -- you just have to know where to find them! Here is a list of food trucks and where you could find them in New Jersey.
Musical acts at the Hard Rock Casino in Atlantic City
Musical acts at the Hard Rock Casino in Atlantic City
Florida Georgia Line is set to rock Atlantic City on July 13.
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.
Guide: New Jersey Public Golf Courses
Guide: New Jersey Public Golf Courses
Fox Hollow Golf Club
As the weather warms up, it's time to get your golf bag out and tee off once again! New Jersey offers a variety of public courses to practice your game at. Check out the list below for the links in your area.
As the weather warms up, it's time to get your golf bag out and tee off once again! New Jersey offers a variety of public courses to practice your game at. Check out the list below for the links in your area.
Florida picks up pieces after Hurricane Michael
Florida picks up pieces after Hurricane Michael
Hurricane Michael hit the Florida Panhandle Wednesday. It made landfall near Mexico Beach, a tourist town.
Hurricane Michael hit the Florida Panhandle Wednesday. It made landfall near Mexico Beach, a tourist town.
2018 American Music Awards
2018 American Music Awards
Taylor Swift accepts the Artist of the Year award onstage during the 2018 American Music Awards at Microsoft Theater on October 9, 2018 in Los Angeles, California.
Taylor Swift accepts the Artist of the Year award onstage during the 2018 American Music Awards at Microsoft Theater on October 9, 2018 in Los Angeles, California.
The 2018 American Music Awards were held at the Microsoft Theater on Oct. 9, 2018 in Los Angeles.
The 2018 American Music Awards were held at the Microsoft Theater on Oct. 9, 2018 in Los Angeles.
