NJ Gov. says ICE facility ‘should be closed down'
New Jersey's Department of Health was allegedly denied full access to Delaney Hall, so says Gov. Mikie Sherrill. According to our partners at FOX 5 New York, the ICE detention center has been the center of protests, with demonstrators maintaining a sustained presence outside the private facility. LiveNOW’s Anna Marsick is speaking with Fox News’ Chelsea Torres after tensions escalated on Monday, May 25, as protesters blocked entrances to Delaney Hall.
New Jersey's Department of Health was allegedly denied full access to Delaney Hall, so says Gov. Mikie Sherrill. According to our partners at FOX 5 New York, the ICE detention center has been the center of protests, with demonstrators maintaining a sustained presence outside the private facility. LiveNOW’s Anna Marsick is speaking with Fox News’ Chelsea Torres after tensions escalated on Monday, May 25, as protesters blocked entrances to Delaney Hall.
Rep. Kean to make House return after missing 100 votes
We are learning more about Rep. Tom Kean Jr, a Republican from New Jersey, as he announces he is expecting to return to Congress "in the next couple of weeks" after missing 100 consecutive House votes. His officer has previously described his absence as a "personal health matter." LiveNOW’s Andy Mac is learning more about Rep. Kean’s absence with Brent Johnson, a native of Central Jersey who covers politics for NJ.com.
We are learning more about Rep. Tom Kean Jr, a Republican from New Jersey, as he announces he is expecting to return to Congress "in the next couple of weeks" after missing 100 consecutive House votes. His officer has previously described his absence as a "personal health matter." LiveNOW’s Andy Mac is learning more about Rep. Kean’s absence with Brent Johnson, a native of Central Jersey who covers politics for NJ.com.
Watch: Child attacked by rabid beaver while fishing at New Jersey lake
Video captured over the weekend showed a boy getting attacked by a rabid beaver while he was out fishing at a New Jersey lake.
Video captured over the weekend showed a boy getting attacked by a rabid beaver while he was out fishing at a New Jersey lake.
United flight strikes light pole and tractor-trailer landing at Newark Airport
A United Airlines flight arriving from Venice made contact with a light pole while on its final approach to Newark Liberty International Airport on Sunday afternoon, according to an airline statement.
A United Airlines flight arriving from Venice made contact with a light pole while on its final approach to Newark Liberty International Airport on Sunday afternoon, according to an airline statement.
US cities push back on rising World Cup costs
According to our partners at FOX 5 New York, New Jersey's local transit system is confirming that they will charge $150 for round-trip train tickets from New York Penn Station to MetLife Stadium during the 2026 FIFA World Cup. This comes as officials unveiled more details surrounding transportation for the tournament this past week. LiveNOW’s Andy Mac is speaking with Sophia Cai, a White House reporter at POLITICO, as a number of cities across the United States begin to speak out against proposed World Cup costs.
According to our partners at FOX 5 New York, New Jersey's local transit system is confirming that they will charge $150 for round-trip train tickets from New York Penn Station to MetLife Stadium during the 2026 FIFA World Cup. This comes as officials unveiled more details surrounding transportation for the tournament this past week. LiveNOW’s Andy Mac is speaking with Sophia Cai, a White House reporter at POLITICO, as a number of cities across the United States begin to speak out against proposed World Cup costs.
Newark flights resume after burning smell reported in control tower
A ground stop was briefly in effect Monday morning at Newark Airport after a suspected fire was reported in the control tower.
A ground stop was briefly in effect Monday morning at Newark Airport after a suspected fire was reported in the control tower.
Girl Scouts troop draws buzz after runaway cookie sales outside cannabis shop
A New Jersey Girl Scouts troop found cookie sales in high demand outside a cannabis dispensary, but the move may have landed the group in hot water with the organization's leaders.
A New Jersey Girl Scouts troop found cookie sales in high demand outside a cannabis dispensary, but the move may have landed the group in hot water with the organization's leaders.
Trump admin to release Gateway Tunnel Project funds
Federal officials were expected to release millions in funding for the Gateway Tunnel project by Thursday afternoon after a federal court ordered the money be restored. New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill said the ruling from the 2nd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals requires the funds to be released immediately and will allow construction to resume on the long-delayed rail project beneath the Hudson River. Chris Marquette, a POLITICO Transportation Reporter, is speaking with LiveNOW’s Andy Mac as the project continues to face uncertainty, despite funds being released.
Federal officials were expected to release millions in funding for the Gateway Tunnel project by Thursday afternoon after a federal court ordered the money be restored. New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill said the ruling from the 2nd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals requires the funds to be released immediately and will allow construction to resume on the long-delayed rail project beneath the Hudson River. Chris Marquette, a POLITICO Transportation Reporter, is speaking with LiveNOW’s Andy Mac as the project continues to face uncertainty, despite funds being released.
Rex the Wallaby found safe after escaping animal farm in New Jersey
Rex, an approximately 3-year-old wallaby, escaped from a Gloucester County animal farm overnight Monday and was later found safe Tuesday night.
Rex, an approximately 3-year-old wallaby, escaped from a Gloucester County animal farm overnight Monday and was later found safe Tuesday night.
UPDATE: Second pilot in NJ helicopter crash dies
We are learning more after a helicopter pilot who was critically injured in a midair crash in New Jersey died on Sunday. Investigators say the midair collision happened just before noon on Dec. 28 shortly after the two helicopters launched from Hammonton Municipal Airport. 65-year-old Kenneth Kirsch and 71-year-old Michael Greenberg were identified as the pilots in the midair collision. LiveNOW’s Shawna Khalafi is learning more tonight from Greg Payne with FOX 29, who is coming to us live from the scene of the crash.
We are learning more after a helicopter pilot who was critically injured in a midair crash in New Jersey died on Sunday. Investigators say the midair collision happened just before noon on Dec. 28 shortly after the two helicopters launched from Hammonton Municipal Airport. 65-year-old Kenneth Kirsch and 71-year-old Michael Greenberg were identified as the pilots in the midair collision. LiveNOW’s Shawna Khalafi is learning more tonight from Greg Payne with FOX 29, who is coming to us live from the scene of the crash.
Second pilot dies after fiery midair helicopter collision in New Jersey
Two pilots are now dead as of Monday morning after two helicopters collided midair and crashed moments after taking off from Hammonton Municipal Airport late Sunday, according to police.
Two pilots are now dead as of Monday morning after two helicopters collided midair and crashed moments after taking off from Hammonton Municipal Airport late Sunday, according to police.
Investigators travel to NJ helicopter crash site
We are gathering more information after one person was killed and another was critically injured when two helicopters collided and crash-landed in New Jersey on Sunday. According to the Hammonton Police Department, calls of an aviation crash were received at approximately 11:25 a.m. The NTSB said it has opened an inquiry and that an investigator was traveling to the scene. LiveNOW’s Shawna Khalafi is speaking with Pablo Rojas, an Aviation Attorney at Podhurst Orseck.
We are gathering more information after one person was killed and another was critically injured when two helicopters collided and crash-landed in New Jersey on Sunday. According to the Hammonton Police Department, calls of an aviation crash were received at approximately 11:25 a.m. The NTSB said it has opened an inquiry and that an investigator was traveling to the scene. LiveNOW’s Shawna Khalafi is speaking with Pablo Rojas, an Aviation Attorney at Podhurst Orseck.
Repeat sex offender brazenly assaults NYU student
Caught on camera in the middle of the day in New York City, a repeat sex offender was arrested for slapping and grabbing a young woman. The man had been arrested before over 15 times.
Caught on camera in the middle of the day in New York City, a repeat sex offender was arrested for slapping and grabbing a young woman. The man had been arrested before over 15 times.
FDNY union wants answers over 9/11 ground zero toxins
Union leaders with the New York Fire Department are demanding answers to the continued health issues that first responders experience after their time in Ground Zero after the 9/11 terrorist attacks, relating to toxins and treatment for those diseases.
Union leaders with the New York Fire Department are demanding answers to the continued health issues that first responders experience after their time in Ground Zero after the 9/11 terrorist attacks, relating to toxins and treatment for those diseases.
Mikie Sherrill elected governor of New Jersey, defeating Jack Ciattarelli
U.S. Rep. Mikie Sherrill on Tuesday was elected governor of New Jersey, raising hopes for Democrats and highlighting Republican vulnerabilities after there had been signs of a rightward shift in recent years in what has been a reliably blue state.
U.S. Rep. Mikie Sherrill on Tuesday was elected governor of New Jersey, raising hopes for Democrats and highlighting Republican vulnerabilities after there had been signs of a rightward shift in recent years in what has been a reliably blue state.
BREAKING: Mamdani wins NYC mayor race, beats Cuomo
Zohran Mamdani, the Democratic candidate for mayor in New York City, has defeated Andrew Cuomo and Curtis Sliwa. Sliwa was the Republican candidate, and Andrew Cuomo was defeated by Mamdani in the Democratic primary.
Zohran Mamdani, the Democratic candidate for mayor in New York City, has defeated Andrew Cuomo and Curtis Sliwa. Sliwa was the Republican candidate, and Andrew Cuomo was defeated by Mamdani in the Democratic primary.
BREAKING: Mikie Sherrill (D) wins NJ governor
Mikie Sherrill former, House Democrat from New Jersey, has been declared the winner in early reports of the Governor’s face in New Jersey, the Democratic candidate defeated Republican Jack Ciattarelli, a businessman, in a close election.
Mikie Sherrill former, House Democrat from New Jersey, has been declared the winner in early reports of the Governor’s face in New Jersey, the Democratic candidate defeated Republican Jack Ciattarelli, a businessman, in a close election.
New Jersey prepares to elect a new governor tomorrow
Heading into the final few moments of the campaign, a poll from recent days shows Democrat Mikie Sherrill leading Republican Jack Ciattarelli by a margin of 52% to 45%. Both candidates are fighting to become New Jersey’s next governor. LiveNOW’s Andy Mac is learning more tonight with Brent Johnson, a Central Jersey native who has spent the last 12 years covering politics for NJ.com.
Heading into the final few moments of the campaign, a poll from recent days shows Democrat Mikie Sherrill leading Republican Jack Ciattarelli by a margin of 52% to 45%. Both candidates are fighting to become New Jersey’s next governor. LiveNOW’s Andy Mac is learning more tonight with Brent Johnson, a Central Jersey native who has spent the last 12 years covering politics for NJ.com.
Election night preview from New Jersey and Virginia
Former Rep. Abigail Spanberger (D) and current Lt. Gov. Winsome Earle-Sears (R) continue their fight to become Virginia’s first woman governor, with it all coming down to tomorrow night. Mikie Sherrill (D) and Jack Ciattarelli (R) are also neck-and-neck in their race to become New Jersey's next governor. LiveNOW's Andy Mac is joined by Kailey Schuyler live in Forked River, NJ and Chelsea Torres live in Williamsburg, VA.
Former Rep. Abigail Spanberger (D) and current Lt. Gov. Winsome Earle-Sears (R) continue their fight to become Virginia’s first woman governor, with it all coming down to tomorrow night. Mikie Sherrill (D) and Jack Ciattarelli (R) are also neck-and-neck in their race to become New Jersey's next governor. LiveNOW's Andy Mac is joined by Kailey Schuyler live in Forked River, NJ and Chelsea Torres live in Williamsburg, VA.
New York City officials denounce James indictment
Several New York City officials made statements about the federal indictment of Letitia James in New York by the President Trump administration DOJ.
Several New York City officials made statements about the federal indictment of Letitia James in New York by the President Trump administration DOJ.