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NJ Gov.-Elect Christie Announces Inaugural Theme

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New Jersey Gov.-elect Chris Christie has announced his inaugural theme and named the charities that will benefit from money raised at his inauguration party. READ MORE>>

  • Bus Driver Admits Stealing from Donation Box Wed Dec 9, 5:45 PM ET

    A driver for a central New Jersey shuttle bus service for the elderly and disabled has admitted stealing cash from a donation box in his vehicle. READ MORE>>

  • Delay on New Jersey Gay Marriage Bill Wed Dec 9, 4:57 PM ET

    A much-anticipated vote on gay marriage in New Jersey has been put off indefinitely amid rising speculation that it would have gone down to defeat on Thursday. READ MORE>>

  • No Toll Hike for Philly-NJ Bridges Wed Dec 9, 4:25 PM ET

    The agency that operates four major commuter bridges between southern New Jersey and the Philadelphia area says it's postponing its next scheduled toll increase. READ MORE>>

  • Ex-club Owner Sues Shore Town, Alleging Race Bias Wed Dec 9, 1:55 PM ET

    The former owner of a Jersey shore bar that has been the scene of numerous confrontations between police and club patrons is suing the borough and several police officers. READ MORE>>

  • Shuttle from Jersey Shore to Airport Approved Wed Dec 9, 1:40 PM ET

    Jersey shore residents will be able to ride a bus to Newark Liberty International Airport. READ MORE>>

  • First Contract Awarded for New Hudson Tunnel Wed Dec 9, 11:40 AM ET

    NJ Transit's board on Wednesday unanimously approved the first tunneling contract for an $8.7 billion rail tunnel between New Jersey and Manhattan. READ MORE >>

  • NJ Fugitive Got Job at Homeland Security Wed Dec 9, 7:25 AM ET

    Prosecutors don't understand how a fugitive wanted in New Jersey worked for the Homeland Security Department in Georgia despite a nationwide alert for her arrest. READ MORE >>

  • Parts of New Jersey Get Several Inches of Snow Wed Dec 9, 6:40 AM ET

    Snow gave way to rain across much of New Jersey Wednesday morning, creating different problems for road crews who had to switch from plowing to worrying about flooding. READ MORE   |  SEE PHOTOS WEB EXTRA : Zoom Radar  |  School Closings

  • Bruce Springsteen Backs Gay Marriage Wed Dec 9, 6:40 AM ET

    Bruce Springsteen posted a statement on his Web site urging support of the gay marriage bill that's up for a vote in the state Senate on Thursday. READ MORE >>

  • Mother Slain, Infant Critically Wounded in Attack Tue Dec 8, 5:25 PM ET

    Authorities in Jersey City say a 27-year-old woman has been stabbed to death and her infant son critically wounded in their apartment. READ MORE>>

  • Mom Sentenced to 4 Years for Taking Kids Tue Dec 8, 3:55 PM ET

    A New Jersey mother arrested earlier this year after she briefly disappeared with her two children has been sentenced to four years in prison for custody interference. READ MORE>>

  • Mayor, Commissioner Face Recall in NJ Tue Dec 8, 1:40 PM ET

    Voters in a south Jersey resort are deciding Tuesday whether to recall the mayor and a commissioner. READ MORE>>

  • NJ Getting $132 Mil. in Homeland Security Grants Tue Dec 8, 1:10 PM ET

    The money will be used for programs to protect the region's ports, transportation network and chemical facilities. It also will be used to improve emergency communication, preparedness and response. READ MORE >>

  • Turf Finished at Meadowlands Stadium Tue Dec 8, 10:25 AM ET

    In case you haven't heard, the Giants and Jets will have a new home next season. CLICK FOR PHOTOS

  • Verizon Customers to Get Gift Cards in Settlement Tue Dec 8, 9:10 AM ET

    Telecommunications giant Verizon has agreed to pay New Jersey $795,000 and more than 1,100 customers $50 each to settle a lawsuit. READ MORE >>

  • Christie Will Apply for Education Grant Tue Dec 8, 8:55 AM ET

    New Jersey education officials say they will apply for federal stimulus money that could bring $200 million for the state's public schools after all. READ MORE >>

  • Fomer Bayonne Mayor Dennis Collins Dies Tue Dec 8, 7:55 AM ET

    Dennis Collins, who was elected to four consecutive terms as Bayonne's mayor during the 1970s and 80s, died Sunday. He was 85. READ MORE >>

  • Mayor, Commissioner Recalled in Wildwood Tue Dec 8, 7:25 AM ET

    Residents in a south Jersey resort have voted to recall the mayor and a commissioner. READ MORE >>

  • Trenton Mayor Won't Seek Re-Election Tue Dec 8, 7:10 AM ET

    The mayor of New Jersey's capital city will not seek re-election in 2010. READ MORE >>