New Jersey synagogue arson suspect charged and held without bail
Nicholas Malindretos is charged with attempted use of fire to damage and destroy a building, and could face up to 20 years in prison.
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New Jersey councilwoman shot and killed in vehicle outside her home
An active homicide investigation is underway after 30-year-old Eunice Dwumfour died in a shooting on Wednesday.
Suspect arrested in N.J. synagogue attack
A suspect accused of throwing a Molotov cocktail at a New Jersey synagogue is being arraigned in federal court today. Temple Ner Tamid in Bloomfield was targeted in the attack, and the congregation's Rabbi Marc Katz joins CBS News to discuss the arrest and with the strength of the temple community.
Police seek man who tried to attack synagogue
Officials are offering a $10,000 reward for information leading to the arrest of a man who was seen on video trying to firebomb a synagogue in Bloomfield, New Jersey, just north of Newark. The state's governor, Phil Murphy, visited the synagogue and met with local faith leaders on Tuesday night. He spoke with CBS News about how dangerous national rhetoric has led to a need to better secure schools and places of worship.
Bloomfield Mayor: Suspect in custody in synagogue attack
The mayor of Bloomfield, New Jersey, says police have a suspect in custody after the attempted firebombing of Temple Ner Tamid.
Whale deaths spark debate in New York, New Jersey
Ten dead whales have washed ashore on the New York and New Jersey coastline since December. Some local mayors are blaming offshore wind farms for the deaths. Ry Rivard, a reporter for Politico, joined CBS News to discuss the issue.
Biden promotes work on major rail tunnel project
CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes joins Lilia Luciano and Lana Zak to discuss President Biden's promotion of the Hudson Tunnel project connecting New York and New Jersey. She also previews today's episode of "Red and Blue."
Skull found in 1986 ID'd as missing N.J. man after DNA test locates daughter
Forensic tests matched the victim's remains to his daughter, now a 49-year-old woman living in Florida, earlier this year, authorities said.
Biden promoting infrastructure in trip to NYC
President Biden is visiting New York City to announce federal funding for a tunnel rebuilding project connecting New Jersey and New York. CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang joins "CBS News Mornings" with more on why we're seeing this push from the president now.
Molotov cocktail thrown at New Jersey synagogue, authorities say
The Molotov cocktail's bottle broke and the synagogue was undamaged, police said. No one was injured.
Woman, 29, arrested after enrolling at high school, posing as freshman
The woman faces one charge for allegedly using a fake birth certificate to deceive the school board.
Mother dies trying to rescue 6-year-old daughter from NJ house fire
The 40-year-old mother was able to escape the fire but ran back when she realized her daughter was still inside the house.
Exxon Mobil accurately predicted warming for decades, study says
Energy giant's own scientists were working on precise forecasts even as company publicly doubted warming was real.
Art teacher arrested after overdosing on fentanyl in front of students
The teacher faces various charges for alleged possession as well as endangering the welfare of children.
Woman convicted of murder 4 years after son found buried in yard
Griner told police she hit the boy because he wouldn't "eat nor listen to her," according to the criminal complaint.
Oklahoma reaches opioid deals with major drug chains
More than 3,000 residents of the state died from opioid overdoses between 2016 and 2020, officials said.
College basketball player shot dead in Mercedes at nature preserve
Phillip Urban, 20, was a freshman student-athlete at Connecticut's Post University.
National Guard airman dies after fall while snowboarding at New Jersey mall
Peter Mathews, 24, of Bay Shore on New York's Long Island, fell as he snowboarded at an indoor ski slope at the American Dream Mall in East Rutherford.
Charlie Puth returns to music class
In this web extra, "CBS Sunday Morning" tagged along when musical prodigy Charlie Puth visited his old teachers at Forrestdale Middle School in Rumson, New Jersey, and conducted a singalong with current students in music class.
Dog escapes NYC and swims to New Jersey
A puppy named Bear, escaped in New York City, ran 30 blocks and jumped in the Hudson River. Nearly two days later, he was rescued by firefighters in Edgewater, New Jersey.
"Sad and depressed" Fishtopher the cat gets adopted after viral listing
The adoption center that took Fishtopher in got "hundreds of inquiries" and a line out the door after the 5-year-old stray's listing went viral.
Mother gets life in prison for allegedly killing toddler to hide affair
Reynolds allegedly suffocated her son, Axel, by holding a cleansing wipe over his nose and mouth in May 2018.
The Uplift: A special dress, a surfer and a shout
A New Jersey boy goes surfing every day – no matter the weather – for a good reason. A bride wore a special tactile wedding dress for her groom, who is blind. And the unique way moms are letting out their pent-up frustrations. Plus, in honor of Women's History Month, we shine a light on a woman bonding with her community.
The Uplift: A motel and a meaningful mentorship
A New Jersey motel opens its doors to people in need. A pilot has a full-circle moment when he helps rescue refugees. A scam call that turns into mentorship. All of that, plus our most heartwarming videos of the week, on "The Uplift."
Man accused of illegally killing 4 bear cubs in New Jersey
The 22-year-old has been charged with multiple offenses, including hunting without a license and hunting with an illegal weapon.
How Charlie Kirk's assassination portends a national crisis
The murder of Charlie Kirk last week follows a litany of violent acts against political targets. Historian Jon Meacham talks about the existential questions now facing America.
Suspect in Charlie Kirk killing is not cooperating with authorities, gov says
Tyler Robinson, 22, was arrested on charges of aggravated murder, obstruction of justice and felony discharge of a firearm for the assassination of Charlie Kirk.
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Colorado school shooter had account on "violent gore" site, ADL says
Desmond Holly and several school shooters in the past year were active on the same website, the ADL says.
Sen. Chris Coons: The internet "is driving extremism in our country"
In a joint segment with Republican Sen. James Lankford, Democratic Sen. Chris Coons said amid efforts to foster bipartisan discourse, the internet "is driving extremism in our country."
Ukrainian drones target one of Russia's top oil refineries
The strike on the Kirishi refinery, in Russia's northwestern Leningrad region, follows weeks of Ukrainian attacks on Russian oil infrastructure that Kyiv says fuels Moscow's war effort.
Texas Republican Rep. Michael McCaul announces will not seek reelection
Rep. Michael McCaul, a foreign policy leader who had strongly supported Ukraine, warned Sunday that Russian President Vladimir Putin is "testing the resolve of NATO."
Paris Hilton mini fridges recalled due to fire and burn risk
No injuries have been reported but there have been at least 27 reports of the mini fridges overheating and catching on fire, the recall announcement said.
Venezuela accuses U.S. of seizing fishing boat in Caribbean amid standoff
Venezuela's foreign ministry said nine fishermen were "illegally and hostilely" detained on Friday by the USS Jason Dunham.