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.
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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.
21 arrested in nationwide catalytic converter theft ring bust
A New Jersey auto shop knowingly purchased stolen catalytic converters, extracted the precious metal powders and sold them to a metal refinery for over $545 million, federal prosecutors said.
FBI locates suspect behind synagogue threat
The FBI says it located a suspect hours after issuing a rare public warning of a "broad threat" to New Jersey synagogues. Tracy Walder, a former CIA officer and FBI special agent, joins CBS News' Elaine Quijano and Meg Oliver on how federal authorities are responding to the rise in antisemitic incidents.
FBI says source of New Jersey synagogue threat "no longer poses a danger"
"We identified the source of the threat who no longer poses a danger to the community," an FBI spokesperson said.
Police say reforms led to dip in crime rate
In an area once dubbed the murder capital of the country, a total overhaul of the police department has helped turn crime rites around in less than a decade. CBS News' Anne-Marie Green joined the Camden County Police Department for a walk-along to learn how their approach has led to positive results for the New Jersey community.
FBI warns of "broad threat" to synagogues in New Jersey
The FBI's Newark office released a statement on Thursday urging synagogues to "take all security precautions to protect your community and facility."
Suspect arrested in shooting of 2 New Jersey police officers
The man was taken into custody Wednesday near the scene of the shooting. He faces charges for attempted murder.
2 New Jersey officers shot while serving warrant
Two officers were rushed to the hospital after they were ambushed while trying to serve a warrant in Newark, New Jersey. One officer was shot in the neck and the other in the leg, according to officials. Michael George reports.
Senate adjourns for the weekend with no breakthrough on ending shutdown
Senators continued to express cautious optimism over bipartisan talks to end the shutdown, but the chamber adjourned without another vote.
Trump calls on Senate Republicans to "Get rid of the Filibuster"
President Trump's call to terminate the filibuster could alter the ways the Senate and congressional dealmaking operate.
Prince Andrew stripped of titles and must surrender lease to Windsor mansion
Prince Andrew has been stripped of his titles and must surrender his lease to Royal Lodge, according to a statement from Buckingham Palace.
Here's what Trump says he and Xi agreed to in their meeting
President Trump said the U.S. and China reached deals on several items, including a short-term agreement on rare-earth minerals, and soybean sales to China.
Justice Department investigating Black Lives Matter foundation, source says
The Justice Department is investigating whether donations to the national Black Lives Matter foundation were misused by the group's leadership, according to a source familiar with the investigation.
Hurricane Melissa death toll nears 50 as it hurries toward Bermuda
Jamaica, Haiti and Cuba were assessing the damage and beginning to dig out after they were slammed by Hurricane Melissa, which left dozens dead.
Comey asks court to toss indictment, arguing senator's questions were "confusing"
Former FBI Director James Comey is arguing his testimony in response to Sen. Ted Cruz's questions was "literally true" and cannot support a conviction.
Pardoned Jan. 6 defendant arrested near Obama's home sentenced to time served
Taylor Taranto, a pardoned Jan. 6 defendant, was later convicted of charges stemming from livestreaming a bomb threat in 2023 as he drove around former President Barack Obama's D.C. neighborhood while armed,
5 arrested in connection with overdose death of Robert De Niro's grandson
Five people have been federally charged in connection with the 2023 overdose death of actor Robert De Niro's grandson and two others, authorities said Thursday.