Mom In Dog Attack 'Fighting For Life' / NJ Forest Fire / DC Riot

Check out the top news that made headlines this week across the Patch network in New Jersey:

Mom In NJ Dog Attack 'Fighting For Life' After Son, 3, Killed

The mother of the 3-year-old boy killed by two pit bulls this week "was injured on every part of her body.">>>Read more here.

NJ Forest Fire 'Intentionally Set,' Prosecutor Says

"It is only by the grace of God that no one was killed," the prosecutor said of Sunday's fire, which forced hundreds to evacuate.

Actor's Son, Former NJ Student Was At Capitol Riot: Feds

The former New Jersey high school student's mother told reporters that he didn't expect the rally to turn violent.

NJ Man Charged In Capitol Riot Followed QAnon, Preparing For 'War:' Feds

Scott Fairlamb has a history of violence and is "preparing for war" officials said. Reader discretion advised.

NJ: You Can Now Check When Your New COVID Stimulus Money Arrives

Some New Jersey residents have already gotten theirs. You can input your information into this IRS website to find out when the third round arrives.

South Brunswick Boy Among 'Brightest Students In The World'

Veehaan Mane was recently honored as one of the brightest students in the world by the Johns Hopkins Center for Talented Youth.

NJ COVID-19 Vaccine Update: State Issues New Recommendations

The state continues to face issues even as doses have increased and teachers and seniors get vaccinated. NJ also has new recommendations.

Maplewood Teachers Ordered To Report To School; Union Responds

The South Orange-Maplewood schools will reopen Monday for 6th and 9th grades after a Superior Court judge told teachers to return. (Updated).

UPDATED: 1 Stabbed At Middle Road Residence, Suspect Apprehended

A male victim was found with multiple stab wounds in the area of Middle Road early Monday morning, authorities said.