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The Christmas spirit is in full swing for many households across the region and while artificial Christmas trees continue to dominate holiday decor nationwide, one Sussex County farm says the tradition of picking out a real Christmas tree is still drawing families in. Despite national trends, officials at Heaven Hill Farm encourage visitors to slow down, step outside and make memories - one Christmas tree at a time. Brianne Hailey Killeen reports.

The second and final phase of New Jersey’s 2025 black bear hunt is officially underway this week, following a first segment that saw hundreds of bears harvested across the state but many are questioning if enough bears will be harvested or if the hunt will end up being extended. Wildlife officials say the hunt remains a key tool for managing a growing population, while opponents continue to call for an end to the practice. Brianne Hailey Killeen reports.

As concerns over school safety continue nationwide, police in New Jersey are taking part in intensive active-shooter response training this week - including a simulated drill inside a local middle school. It’s part of a statewide effort to ensure first responders are prepared for the kinds of emergencies schools across the country are working to prevent. Brianne Hailey Killeen reports.

Travelers are still feeling turbulence at the nation’s airports even with the government shutdown officially over - including right here at Newark Liberty. The FAA is keeping flight reductions capped at 6 percent at forty of the country’s busiest airports. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy says those limits will stay in place indefinitely, until staffing levels return to normal. That could mean continued delays, cancellations - and frustration - for passengers heading into

On the republican ticket, members from Jack Ciattarelli’s campaign are making stops throughout the state. Brianne Hailey Killeen continues our coverage and reports from a diner stop in Madison where Ciattarelli’s team is rallying votes and encouraging residents to vote early.

Halloween 2025 is here… and health experts are urging parents to make sure candies and snacks are more “treat” than “trick.” Doctors are warning parents to take a closer look at what’s inside those colorful candy bags. Health experts say marijuana-infused edibles disguised as popular snack foods are landing both children and adults in the emergency room. Brianne Hailey Killeen reports.

More than one in three women and one in four men in the United States have experienced physical violence by an intimate partner, according to the National Domestic Violence Hotline. In response, advocates, survivors and community members continue in an effort to raise awareness and demand change. Brianne Hailey Killeen reports from a unified walk across the Mario M. Cuomo Bridge that brings together hundreds in support of education, prevention and support.

A growing number of healthcare providers are turning to alternative therapies to support cancer patients in an effort to address not just physical treatment, but emotional and psychological recovery as well. One approach is equine-assisted therapy - a method that uses guided interaction with horses to reduce stress and improve mental health. Now, a local New Jersey hospital is joining that movement with a new in-person program, offered exclusively to individuals impacted by c

The race for New Jersey governor continues to heat up as candidates prepare to face off in their third and final debate this evening. On both sides of the party lines, candidates Mikie Sherrill and Jack Ciattarelli are sharpening their messages to convince undecided voters that they have the best plan forward for the state of New Jersey.

Labor Day weekend is upon us and if you're planning to head down the Shore, you're not alone. Expect crowds, traffic and packed beaches as people soak up one last summer weekend. Brianne Hailey Killeen has more on what travelers and locals can expect.