Police reveal how girl, mother and grandfather died in pool
Man, daughter-in-law and her 8-year-old daughter were found unresponsive in the pool on June 22 by East Brunswick police.
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Family discovers trove of baseball cards
One New Jersey family discovered a trove of baseball memorabilia in the attic of their Uncle Jimmy. His lifelong collection of baseball cards and memorabilia dating back nearly 90 years left behind priceless memories, and potential fortune to his family. Dana Jacobson reports.
Trump cancels weekend trip to Bedminster
The White House had said that the president would not comply with New Jersey's quarantine policy during a planned visit this weekend.
Parents grapple with canceled summer camps
As the school year ends, many children would usually be gearing up for summer camp. Due to the coronavirus, many camps are not opening this year, leaving children disappointed and parents wondering what to do. Meg Oliver reports from New Jersey.
Trump exempt from N.J. quarantine because he's "not a civilian"
The president recently traveled to a state whose visitors are supposed to self-quarantine if they enter New Jersey.
How Camden, N.J. rebuilt its police force
As activists and lawmakers push for major police reform, one New Jersey city offers an example of what meaningful change can actually look like. Less than a decade ago, Camden was one of the most dangerous cities in the U.S., but crime has dropped since it disbanded and rebuilt its police force. Rep. Donald Norcross, who represents New Jersey's first district, including the city of Camden, joined CBSN to discuss what those changes entailed.
N.Y., N.J., Connecticut: Visitors from virus hot spots must quarantine
The announcement comes as new COVID-19 cases in the U.S. have surged to their highest level in two months.
NY, NJ, CT to quarantine some visitors
New York Governor Andrew Cuomo, New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy and Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont announced a joint travel advisory that will impose a 14-day quarantine on visitors from states with high rates of coronavirus infections. Watch their remarks.
8-year-old girl among 3 found dead in backyard pool
Neighbors told CBS New York the family had just moved into the home about a month ago.
3 found dead in backyard pool in N.J.
Authorities on Tuesday were searching for answers in the deaths of three people who were found unresponsive in a backyard above-ground swimming pool in New Jersey. CBSN New York has the story.
N.J. congressman on how Camden revamped its police force
Congressman Donald Norcross explains how Camden was able to disband and rebuild its police in 2013.
N.J. men seen mocking George Floyd's death
A New Jersey corrections officer who took part in a counter-protest reenacting the death of George Floyd was suspended Tuesday after videos of the incident were widely shared on social media. Governor Phil Murphy condemned the act. CBSN Philly reports.
Newark sees peaceful protests with no arrests
Last week, thousands spilled into the streets of Newark to protest after George Floyd's death. Michelle Miller speaks with the city's mayor about how police officers and community members worked together to keep the peace.
Video shows white men mocking George Floyd's death at protest
One counter-demonstrator fired by FedEx, another suspended from prison guard job after videos show man kneeling on neck of man on ground.
Whale capsizes boat, tossing 2 people into ocean
The occupants of the 25-foot boat were fishing close to the shore of Seaside Park when the whale surfaced and knocked the vessel out of the water.
Solidarity between police and protesters
As protests around the country highlighted tensions between police officers and communities of color, some pockets of the U.S. saw demonstrators and law enforcement join forces. Santa Cruz, California saw officers take a knee with protesters, while Camden, New Jersey police marched in lockstep with demonstrators. Jeff Glor looks at how some protests played out across the U.S.
Multistate manhunt for suspected double killer
Police are seeking college senior Peter Manfredonia. The slaying were in Connecticut and the search area stretches into New Jersey and Pennsylvania.
Judge fired after telling alleged rape victim to "close your legs"
Superior Court Judge John Russo Jr. will never be allowed to work in New Jersey again.
Marijuana legalization stalled in N.Y. & N.J.
Just a few months ago, New York and New Jersey appeared to be on the way to legalizing recreational marijuana. Now, efforts in both states appear to be falling apart. Vivian Wang, a reporter for the New York Times, has covered the issue and joins CBSN with more.
Beaches brace for Memorial Day weekend crowds amid pandemic
In one southern New Jersey county, volunteers called social distance ambassadors will patrol high traffic areas.
America's beaches prep for holiday weekend
As temperatures rise, along with American cabin fever, many in the United States are planning to hit the beach for Memorial Day weekend. Don Dahler heads to one of New Jersey's most popular summer destinations to speak with likely beach-goers and local officials and find out how they plan to deal with the anticipated surge of people.
Oprah donates $500,000 to N.J. school
Oprah Winfrey made a surprise visit Friday to West Side High School in Newark, New Jersey, after seeing a report on "CBS Evening News" about the "Lights On" program that allows kids to stay over Friday night and even do their laundry. Watch her tell the students she is donating $500,000 to keep the program running through the summer.
Newark principal on Oprah's $500K donation
Oprah Winfrey was so inspired by a CBS News story on a high school principal changing his students’ lives, she decided to help in a big way. New Jersey principal Akbar Cook started the Lights On program in Newark to give students somewhere safe to hang out on Friday nights. Last Friday, Oprah showed up with a half million dollar donation and pizza. David Begnaud reports on the surprise. Principal Cook also joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss what he plans to do with Oprah's donation.
Record Memorial Day weekend travel
The largest number of people ever is expected to hit the road for Memorial Day weekend. AAA estimates nearly 43 million Americans will travel, 88 percent of them by car. Jericka Duncan reports.
New Jersey bar shooting leaves 10 injured
Police said at least 10 people were injured in a shooting at a New Jersey bar. Trenton police said the investigation is ongoing.
Charlie Kirk shooting suspect charged with aggravated murder, could face death penalty
Tyler Robinson, the man accused of assassinating conservative activist Charlie Kirk in Utah, was charged with aggravated murder.
FBI's Patel faces questions on Kirk probe, Epstein files at Senate hearing
FBI Director Kash Patel testified for more than four and a half hours before the Senate Judiciary Committee, where he fielded questions over his leadership of the bureau.
Robert Redford, charismatic star and Oscar-winning director, dies at age 89
One of Hollywood's leading actors, Robert Redford starred in such movies as "Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid" and "The Way We Were."
Trump unlikely to escape Epstein scandal on historic state visit to U.K.
The ongoing fallout over Epstein is likely to follow Trump on his formal state visit to the U.K., which just lost its ambassador in D.C. to the scandal.
New CDC advisory panel members include more COVID vaccine critics
HHS and CDC announced five new members of the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices just days ahead of a scheduled meeting that's likely to discuss COVID vaccines and more.
Luigi Mangione's state terrorism charges dismissed, judge rules
Luigi Mangione, accused of shooting UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, appeared in court where his state terrorism charges were thrown out.
Judge denies Menendez brothers' petition for retrial
The judge claimed that the evidence the Menendez brothers presented was not enough to warrant a new trial.
U.S. lifts travel restrictions on Hungarian citizens
The Biden administration in 2021 imposed restrictions on Hungarian passport holders born outside of Hungary.
OpenAI introduces safety measures for ChatGPT users under 18
The technology company said that users it identifies as under 18 will automatically be directed to an "age-appropriate" version of ChatGPT.