New Jersey Wants to Penalize Employers for Hiring Part-Time Workers Enrolled in Medicaid
Trenton, NJ – New Jersey lawmakers are advancing legislation that would require large employers to pay annual fees when employees or their dependents receive health coverage through Medicaid rather than employer-sponsored insurance,…
New Jersey Congressional Comm Director Goes on Full Anti-MAGA Conspiracy Tirade to Defend Failed School Funding Policies
Menendez aide’s online tirade ignites explosive NJ political clash over schools as heated social media feud spirals into attacks on policy, crime, and state leadership Newark, NJ – A sharply worded social…
Mikie Sherrill’s Sunny Sideline Snapshot Hides a Deeper Disconnect on New Jersey School Funding
At first glance, the image is unremarkable—two smiling spectators enjoying a sunny day at a school sporting event. The field is immaculate, lined with bright turf and crisp markings. The stands are…
Ocean County woman jailed after alleged assault on officer, resisting arrest
Toms River woman faces aggravated assault charge after incident with law enforcement Toms River, NJ – A local woman is being held at the Ocean County Jail following her arrest on charges…
New Jersey has more young adults living with parents than every other state except California
Rising housing costs push more young adults to live with parents in NJ Trenton, NJ – If you listen to Governor Mikie Sherrill and state Democrats, New Jersey is facing a housing…
NJ joins multistate legal fight against Trump orders against law firms
Attorney General Davenport backs challenge to federal actions affecting major firms Trenton, NJ – New Jersey Attorney General Jennifer Davenport has joined a coalition of 21 attorneys general in a legal challenge…
New Jersey pushes $500K plan to expand access for minority and women businesses
NJ MWBE funding push: Sherrill unveils $500K plan to boost minority business access TRENTON, N.J. – Governor Mikie Sherrill on Wednesday spotlighted a new $500,000 proposal aimed at expanding access to state…
New Jersey sues Trump over mail ballot order as Sherrill vows to defend voting access
Legal battle erupts over federal election order as NJ leaders push back on mail voting limits TRENTON, N.J. – New Jersey officials escalated a legal fight over federal election authority this week,…
Mikie Sherrill excited to be first governor in two decades to reside at governor’s mansion
Princeton, NJ – New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill is preparing to move into Drumthwacket this summer, marking a significant shift in how the state’s official residence is used after more than two…
New Jersey candidate for Congress calls voters ‘Chuds’ after dropping non-english ad
Princeton, NJ – A Democratic congressional candidate in New Jersey’s 12th District is facing backlash after referring to critics as “chuds” following complaints about a campaign advertisement delivered in a foreign language.…
Federal judge orders unsealing of DOGE agents’ names in OPM data access case
Ruling lifts anonymity for 16 individuals tied to access of sensitive federal records New York, NY – A federal judge in Manhattan has ordered the disclosure of previously hidden identities of government-linked…
Trump attacks Bruce Springsteen in renewed political feud, urges boycott: You Suck!
Former President Trump blasts Springsteen, calls for boycott of concerts Washington, DC – Former President Donald Trump launched a sharp public attack against New Jersey musician Bruce Springsteen, criticizing the rock icon’s…
Federal judge dismisses Jehovah’s Witnesses tax dispute against Gloucester Township
Gloucester Township wins dismissal in federal tax-exemption lawsuit by Jehovah’s Witnesses Gloucester Township, NJ – A federal judge has dismissed a lawsuit brought by the Christian Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses challenging a…
Dead humpback whale found at Sandy Hook as offshore wind work resumes
Advocacy group questions timing as officials investigate cause of death Sandy Hook, NJ – A dead humpback whale washed ashore at Sandy Hook Wednesday morning, prompting an investigation and renewed public debate…
New Jersey special education teacher was high in class and arrested for child neglect
Bergen County prosecutor says teacher accused of neglect involving minors Hackensack, NJ – A Nutley woman working in an educational role has been charged with child neglect following an investigation into alleged…
Toms River Council President Ciccozzi Wants More High Density Affordable Housing Downtown, Twin Towers
Toms River downtown land owner David Ciccozzi wants more high-density housing in Downtown Toms River. Toms River, NJ – As Toms River faces mounting pressure over its affordable housing obligations by the…
Sherrill says New Jersey’s vote by mail system works and she’s keeping it the way it is
Governor says federal involvement threatens state control of elections and voter access Trenton, NJ – New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill is pushing back against former President Donald Trump over mail-in voting, saying…
Duck Off? Police Department Dashboard Duck Enforcement Post Catches Jeep Owners Off Guard
Satirical police release warns Jeep owners over rubber ducks in mock safety law Park Ridge, NJ – A widely shared announcement claiming New Jersey drivers could be fined for displaying rubber ducks…
Lingering smoke across Jackson tied to townshipwide chometz burn sites
Chometz burning in Jackson draws crews, volunteers as smoke spreads through neighborhoods JACKSON, NJ – A noticeable smell of smoke drifting through parts of Jackson on Wednesday morning is tied to a…
New Jersey Democrats Want to Order School Districts on When They Can and Can’t Have Spring Break Recess
New Jersey spring break bill would guide school calendar decisions statewide Trenton, NJ – A proposal introduced in the New Jersey Legislature would require the state’s top education official to recommend when…
New Jersey Attorney general challenges presidential executive order on birthright citizenship before Supreme Court
Joint statement from 24 states backs legal fight over constitutional protections Trenton, NJ– A coalition of 24 state attorneys general is pressing its case against a presidential executive order redefining birthright citizenship,…