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Weather
6abc

Farmers face challenging drought conditions across the Garden State

New Jersey declared a drought watch last week, asking people to voluntarily conserve water. For those at Duffield's Farm in Sewell, the weather has been challenging.

2 years ago

Voters wait to cast ballots
Politics & Policy

The race is so close. Here’s what happens if there’s a 269-269 Electoral College tie

It’s very unlikely — but theoretically possible — that the presidential election ends with an Electoral College tie.

2 years ago

Democrat Herb Conaway, Republican Dr. Rajesh Mohan, Green Party candidate Steve Welzer and Libertarian Chris Russomanno
Politics & Policy

Race to watch: What voters need to know about N.J.’s 3rd Congressional District candidates

With Congressman Andy Kim giving up his seat to run for Senate, four people are vying for the seat in the Democratic-leaning 3rd District.

2 years ago

Bonnie Watson Coleman and Darius Mayfield
Politics & Policy

Race to watch: What to know about N.J. 12th Congressional District candidates Bonnie Watson Coleman, Darius Mayfield

The race for New Jersey's 12th district is heating up and it is a rematch.

2 years ago

Listen 1:33
bikers on MLK Drive
Things To Do
Arts & Entertainment

Philly Bike Ride, a coffee festival and Afro-Cuban All-Stars in this week’s ‘Things To Do’

Oct. 17–20: Philadelphia Film Festival, Debbie Gibson in New Jersey and “The Winter’s Tale” gala in Delaware are among the weekend’s highlights.

2 years ago

Listen 4:54
Joe Salerno, Jeff Van Drew and Thomas Cannavo (Courtesy Salerno campaign; AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite; Cannavo for Congress, Facebook)
Politics & Policy

Race to watch: What to know about N.J. 2nd Congressional District candidates: Joe Salerno, Jeff Van Drew, Thomas Cannavo

Republican incumbent Jeff Van Drew is seeking a fourth term in Congress. Democrat Joe Salerno and the Green Party's Thomas Cannavo stand in his way.

2 years ago

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Blue Jackets' Johnny Gaudreau's family
Community

For Johnny and Matthew: Blue Jackets play their home opener with Gaudreaus in mind

Emotions ran high in Columbus Tuesday night, when the Blue Jackets paid tribute to their star and his late brother Matthew at their home opener against the Florida Panthers.

2 years ago

Green party candidate Robin Brownfield (left), Republican party candidate Teddy Liddell (middle) and Democratic incumbent U.S. Rep. Donald Norcross (right).
Politics & Policy

What voters need to know about New Jersey’s 1st District candidates: Teddy Liddell, Donald Norcross, Robin Brownfield

The Green Party’s Robin Brownfield and Republican Teddy Liddell are challenging Democratic incumbent Donald Norcross, who is seeking a sixth Congressional term.

2 years ago

Listen 2:08
Black bear in the woods
Community
6abc

New Jersey’s controversial black bear hunting season begins

Officials had hoped to harvest 20 percent of the population during the regular hunting period.

2 years ago

PATCO's Franklin Square Station
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

Work to reopen PATCO’s Franklin Square Station is reaching the end of the line

The project started in 2020 and is expected to wrap up early next year.

2 years ago

Listen 1:12
Police and emergency workers
Community

1 killed, 23 injured after tree falls onto NJ Transit Light Rail train in Mansfield Township

The incident happened around 6 a.m. on the New Jersey River Line Light Rail track near US 130.

2 years ago

Sue Altman and Tom Kean Jr.
Politics & Policy

Race to watch: What to know about N.J. 7th Congressional District candidates

The race for New Jersey's 7th District, led by Rep. Tom Kean Jr. and Democratic challenger Sue Altman, is expected to be close.

2 years ago

Listen 1:38
the ferris wheel and flying chair ride
Community

Gillian’s Wonderland Pier in Ocean City closes

The beloved boardwalk amusement park will close Sunday night after generations of anchoring the vacation scene for families from Philadelphia and southern New Jersey.

2 years ago

La'Quetta Small and Atlantic City Mayor Marty Small Sr.
Politics & Policy

Atlantic City mayor and his wife plead not guilty to beating their daughter

Mayor Marty Small Sr. and La’Quetta Small, who oversee a half-billion dollars in taxpayer money, were indicted last month on child endangerment and other charges.

2 years ago

Stevie Wonder performs
Things To Do
Arts & Entertainment

Stevie Wonder, Chinatown Night Market and the Scrapple and Apple Fest in this week’s ‘Things To Do’

Oct. 10–13: OURfest in Philly, Atlantic City Comedy Festival in New Jersey and Diamond State Black Film Festival in Delaware are among the weekend’s highlights.

2 years ago

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