NJ Mother Took Drugs, Smothered Boy In Bed, Police Say: PM

Share-worthy stories from the New Jersey Patch network to talk about tonight:

NJ Mother Took Drugs, Smothered Boy In Bed, Police Say

A terrible tragedy took place this weekend when a mother who had taken drugs rolled on top of her son, police said.>>>Read more.

Girl Scout Cookie Money Stolen At NJ Mall

Somebody stole more than $500 in cash and checks from Girl Scouts selling cookies at a New Jersey mall this past Friday.

He Faked Military Service So He'd Babysit In NJ: Cops

A 22-year-old man has been charged with faking military service so he could care for chldren, police said.

Coast Guard Rescues Duck Hunter Stranded In NJ River

The man was in danger due to cold water and below-freezing temps. The responding Coast Guard crews are currently working without pay.

TSA Screeners Call Out Sick As Newark Airport Sees Delays

"Many employees are reporting that they are not able to report to work due to financial limitations," TSA officials said.

Also Worth a Look Today

• Family Loses Everything In Morris Co. House Fire
• Hoboken Mac & Cheese Festival: A Homage To Iconic Comfort Food
• Support Growing For Chatham Woman Run Over By Car

Across America

• Minor Sex Trafficking: What States Are Doing To Protect Children
• 2019 Oscar Nominations: Films, Stars Up For Academy Awards
• Hacienda Sex Assault Case: 1 Doctor Resigns, Second Suspended

Patch PM shares a few of the day’s must-read items from our New Jersey network. Thank you for reading.

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