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New Jersey’s Caldwell investigation revives questions about transparency in the governor’s office as lawmakers press Sherrill for a complete timeline.…
ALBANY, N.Y. – A proposal introduced in the New York State Assembly would require every municipality in the state to update its forms and data systems to include a gender “X” option,…
TRENTON, N.J. – A heated hearing before the Assembly Health Committee Monday exposed sharp partisan divides over a Democrat-backed bill that would transfer New Jersey’s immunization authority from the federal Centers for…
Murphy spends $88M on undocumented immigrants while veterans struggle for basics TRENTON, N.J. – Gov. Phil Murphy leaves office after approving nearly $88 million in spending for undocumented immigrants and other residents…
NEWARK, NJ – A federal judge has denied a petition for release filed by a New Jersey woman detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), ruling that her confinement complies with federal…
JACKSON, NJ – Accountability and transparency has taken a back seat to confidentiality, secrecy, and deception in Jackson Township when it comes to an alleged seven-figure settlement to oust JacksonPolice Chief Matthew…
RICHMOND, VA – In her first official act as Virginia’s new governor, Abigail Spanberger on Friday rescinded former Governor Glenn Youngkin’s 2025 executive order that required state and local law enforcement to…
PALM BEACH, FL – Conservative commentator Dan Bongino lashed out at what he called “liberal media children” on social media Friday, rejecting requests from journalists seeking comment on President Donald Trump and…
NEW YORK, NY – Former Mayor Eric Adams took a pointed jab at incoming city leadership Friday, defending his administration’s financial record and response to New York’s mounting crises while criticizing what…
WASHINGTON, DC – Marking the fifth anniversary of the January 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol, Senator Andy Kim (D-NJ) delivered an emotional floor speech declaring that America is facing a “national…
OCEAN TOWNSHIP, NJ – Seeking to streamline local education systems and reduce redundant spending, State Senator Vin Gopal (D-Long Branch) has introduced legislation that would require every New Jersey county to develop…
WASHINGTON, DC – President Donald Trump announced Friday that he will sign an executive order creating an exclusive four-hour broadcast window for the annual Army-Navy football game, barring any other college or…
BROOKLYN, N.Y. – Two Brooklyn women have pleaded guilty to participating in a massive Medicaid fraud and kickback scheme that funneled more than $68 million in taxpayer funds through fake claims tied…
WALL TOWNSHIP, N.J. – Police say a former tenant and one-time manager at Wall Stadium Speedway was arrested Saturday morning after allegedly barricading herself inside the racetrack’s office and locking out the…
TRENTON, N.J. – Nearly six years after declaring a public health emergency that reshaped daily life across New Jersey, Governor Phil Murphy has officially signed Executive Order No. 415, ending the state’s…
TRENTON, N.J. – A new bill introduced in the New Jersey Assembly aims to permanently eliminate the requirement that unvaccinated state employees undergo regular COVID-19 testing, marking another step toward rolling back…
TRENTON, NJ – Governor-elect Mikie Sherrill announced the nomination of Lily Laux to serve as New Jersey’s next Commissioner of Education, selecting a career educator and policy leader with nearly two decades…
TRENTON, NJ – Governor-elect Mikie Sherrill has appointed Evan Weiss as Chief Executive Officer of the New Jersey Economic Development Authority, selecting a veteran economic strategist with a history of public and…
TRENTON, NJ – Governor-elect Mikie Sherrill has announced her nomination of Ed Potosnak to serve as the next Commissioner of the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection, selecting a seasoned environmental advocate…
TRENTON, NJ – New Jersey Governor-elect Mikie Sherrill met this week with her transition team and policy advisors as the state moves closer to the formal handoff of power from outgoing Governor…
TRENTON, N.J. – A bill introduced in the New Jersey Senate seeks to create a three-year pilot program in Ocean County that would shift responsibility for nonpublic school transportation from local school…