Fried Chicken Fiasco At N.J. School / Search For Man Who Put On Hazards, Jumped Off N.J. Bridge / Pro-Trump Rallies

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

Black History Month Menu Of Fried Chicken Prompts Apology From School Superintendent

A high school in New Jersey is apologizing for a school lunch menu that served fried chicken in celebration of Black History Month.

Man Put On Hazard Lights, Stopped Car, Jumped 200 Feet Off N.J. Bridge

The search for the man who jumped off the Delaware Memorial Bridge did not turn up a body.

Pro-Trump Rallies Planned In N.J.

The New Jersey rallies are part of hundreds of pro-Trump events being held across the U.S. next week.

Woman Nearly Abducted Outside Her Gloucester Township Home

A Gloucester Township woman narrowly avoided being abducted while she stood outside her home smoking Monday night, police said.

New Jersey Companies Announce Layoffs, Store Closings

Toys R Us, Macy's, Progresso Soup and Carrabba's/Bonefish Grill were among the major companies that say they're laying people off or will close stores and plants, which will lead to layoffs.

Hundreds Attend Congressman Lance's Town Hall, Demand Action Against Trump

Another rally is scheduled for Saturday.

Rutgers Paid How Much To Host Obama As Commencement Speaker?

You may be surprised to find out just how much Rutgers spent to have President Barack Obama speak at commencement last year.

Man Found Dead In Shark River Park Was Murdered: Prosecutor

Authorities have identified the body found in Shark River Park on Wednesday morning as that of a Brick Township man reported missing earlier this month.

Highland Park On Edge After Violent Sex Assault in Town

After a woman was raped and beaten Sunday while walking her baby, residents of this close-knit college town are "incredibly scared."