Coyote Attacks NJ Mom, Child (UPDATE) / Deadly Ticks / NJ Gunman

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

Tearful Mom Recalls NJ Coyote Attack On Her, Child In Stroller (VIDEO)

A video was released of the New Jersey mother tearfully recounting the incident. The coyote lunged at her, knocking over her stroller, police said.>>>Read more here.

Dangerous Tick-Borne Disease Spreads In NJ As Infected Man Dies

One infected New Jersey resident has died: A rare, potentially deadly tick-borne infection has impacted New Jersey — and it's worse than Lyme.

Gunman Brought 130 Rounds Of Ammo To Westfield School: Prosecutor

Thomas J. Wilkie was in possession of a weapon, hollow-point bullets and was trespassing on school grounds, authorities said.

Tornado Confirmed In NJ, And Videos Show It (UPDATED)

UPDATED: The National Weather Service confirmed it, and videos show it: A tornado warning was in effect in four New Jersey counties.

'Horror Show:' 200+ Ticks Found On Dog In Monmouth County Park

As New Jersey is experiencing a tick surge, what started as a peaceful walk in the park became a nightmare for one East Brunswick family.

NJ's 'Tan Mom' Is Reportedly Sick And 'Fighting For Her Life'

Two reports offered a bleak assessment of the New Jersey woman who became known as the "Tan Mom" while another offered hope.

Venomous Copperhead Snake Bites Man In Paterson: Cops

"If you see something and you don't know what it is, don't go near it," said Paterson Animal Control Officer John DeCando.

'Shark Tank' Star Confirms NJ Brother Died In Dominican Republic

UPDATE: The star's brother reportedly died in the resort area where a mysterious pattern of deaths has taken place.

Friends Rally For Star NJ Athlete Hurt In Belmar Crash (UPDATED)

The car allegedly crushed her lower body, friends say.

NJ Woman In Town For Party 'Went Psycho,' Destroyed Airbnb: Cops

The woman said she was intoxicated and was supposed to be attending a bachelorette party in Nashville, police said.