Nor'easter could become Tropical Storm Josephine as coastal flooding hits Maryland, Virginia

A powerful nor’easter lashing the Mid-Atlantic coast with high water could take on tropical characteristics and become Tropical Storm Josephine as it pulls away from the DMV.

Leader of violent spree targeting pharmacies, cellphone stores across DMV, NJ gets 11+ years

The co-leader of a violent robbery crew that officials say terrorized pharmacies and cellphone stores across several states in the Northeast has been sentenced to 140 months in federal prison.

Six Flags Great Adventure closes 'Nitro' coaster following death at Georgia park

Six Flags has temporarily shut down nine roller coasters across six of its North American theme parks, including the popular Nitro coaster at New Jersey's Great Adventure, following a fatal incident at a sister park in Georgia earlier this week.

Nicotine vape laws across the Northeast: What you need to know in 2026

The landscape of nicotine vaping regulations keeps shifting. With a patchwork of flavor bans, steep taxes, and a new wave of "registry laws" sweeping the region, what you can legally buy in one state might carry a hefty fine a few miles across the border.

Transit costs drive NoVa, Maryland voter priorities for 2026 midterms

Rising gas prices and high commuter costs across the Mid-Atlantic are hitting suburban and rural drivers hard, making transportation affordability a key issue for voters in the 2026 midterms.

Want to visit the world's most haunted road? It's in New Jersey!

If you’re looking to add a spooky adventure to your Halloween season, skip the haunted houses and fill up the gas tank instead.

How NoVa and Hampton Roads suburbs could shape Virginia’s 2026 races

The suburbs were long a Republican advantage in presidential elections, but they are now a battleground, and their voters help decide close races across the Mid-Atlantic.

New Jersey minimum wage will rise for most workers starting in 2027

New Jersey’s minimum wage is set to increase by $0.56 to $16.48 per hour for most employees beginning Jan. 1, according to the New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development.

Northeast flights resuming: all ground stops lifted at EWR, JFK, TEB, LGA and PHL

The FAA lifted ground stops at Northeast airports after an Amtrak crew accidentally cut a fiber line, though widespread flight delays remain as operations recover.

Flight attendant hailed as hero for catching baby falling from 'exhausted' mom's lap

Air travel can be an exhausting ordeal, especially for new parents. But on a recent United Airlines flight, a watchful flight attendant turned a potentially scary moment into a heartwarming display of compassion.

Passenger who duct-taped 'violent' Arizona realtor to plane seat speaks out

"WHEN YOU'RE ON A PLANE ... YOU CAN'T RETREAT." The hero passenger who duct-taped a disorderly Arizona realtor to his seat breaks down the wild midair struggle that ended with the agent arrested — and fired.

Hero who duct-taped violent Arizona realtor to plane seat speaks out after suspect fired from Tucson firm

"WHEN YOU'RE ON A PLANE ... YOU CAN'T RETREAT." The hero passenger who duct-taped a disorderly Arizona realtor to his seat breaks down the wild midair struggle that ended with the agent arrested — and fired.

United tests delivering airport food right to your gate

United Airlines has officially launched a pilot program that allows passengers to order food, drinks, and essential travel gear in advance and have the items waiting for them right at their departure gate.

Tree-of-heaven is a spotted lanternfly magnet. Here’s why you shouldn’t just cut it down

The spotted lanternfly’s favorite tree may be growing along a Northeast roadside or in your own backyard. Here’s how to spot tree-of-heaven and why cutting it down can backfire.

NORAD F-16s intercept two aircraft near Trump’s Bedminster Golf Club

The North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) said F-16 fighter jets intercepted two general aviation aircraft over Bedminster, New Jersey.

Walgreens closing more stores: These DC, NJ, NY, and Virginia locations are on the list

Walgreens is continuing to close its doors at locations across the country, forcing thousands of customers to find a new place to fill their prescriptions and buy everyday essentials.

Spotted lanternflies are spreading. A bipartisan bill aims to fight back

A bipartisan group of senators wants to make spotted lanternfly control a high-priority federal research initiative as the invasive pest continues spreading.

19 New Jersey deaths linked to extreme heat

Millions of people across the world have been experiencing an unusual and unbearable hot and humid summer as temperatures have impacted various regions since the start of 2026.