Animals in NJ could soon get court-appointed legal advocatesAnimals in NJ could soon get court-appointed legal advocatesA proposed bill moving in Trenton would allow judges to appoint lawyers or law students who volunteer to represent animals' interest in some criminal cases.Michael SymonsMichael Symons
NJ considering these ideas to reduce 'deer epidemic'NJ considering these ideas to reduce 'deer epidemic'Urged on by farmers, some lawmakers want to develop a package of bills in the new year aimed at reducing the number of deer in New Jersey.Michael SymonsMichael Symons
Bear sightings are down in Jersey, but serious complaints are upBear sightings are down in Jersey, but serious complaints are upIt's unclear what the statistics really mean, and whether a bear hunt is really needed.David MatthauDavid Matthau
Bear hunt starts today — and could be NJ's lastBear hunt starts today — and could be NJ's lastAn undetermined number of bruins will be killed by hunters over the next six days .David MatthauDavid Matthau
Are NJ bear hunts really necessary? A look at the numbersAre NJ bear hunts really necessary? A look at the numbersAnimal rights groups turn thumbs down as plans move forward for more bear hunts in New Jersey.David MatthauDavid Matthau
Is the Jersey black bear hunt really necessary?Is the Jersey black bear hunt really necessary?The division of fish and wildlife says yes, but animal protection groups disagreeDavid MatthauDavid Matthau