New Jersey is One of the Safest States in America When it Comes to Weather

TRENTON, N.J. — As Governor Phil Murphy and U.S. Senator Andy Kim continue chest-thumping over the threat of climate change and its possible impact in New Jersey, science and history is proving…

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Should a 14-Year-Old Who Murdered a Newark Cop Face Adult Charges?

NEWARK, NJ – A new debate is raging in New Jersey surrounding the murder of a Newark police officer at the hands of a 14-year-old boy. On March 7, Newark, New Jersey,…

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New Jersey Demands ID for DMV Services, But None for Voting, but Voter ID is Discriminatory

New Jersey’s ID Paradox: Heavy Documentation for Vehicles, None for Voting Trenton, NJ – In New Jersey, registering a vehicle is a meticulous process requiring a gauntlet of identification documents, yet stepping…

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Phil Murphy Just Dropped a $51 Million Tax Increase on Cigarettes, Tobacco, and Vapes

TRENTON, NJ — Smokers and vapers in New Jersey would pay more under Governor Phil Murphy’s proposed budget, which includes significant increases to tobacco and vapor product taxes projected to generate $51…

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Phil Murphy Celebrates 50 Years of New Jersey’s Affordable Housing Legacy Amid Ongoing Debate

Trenton, NJ – Governor Phil Murphy marked a significant milestone today, commemorating the 50th anniversary of the historic Mount Laurel decision at Jacob’s Chapel AME Church. The event celebrated the legacy of…

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We Asked Grok Who Was Going to Win the New Jersey GOP Primary Election, and Here’s What Elon Musk’s AI Chatbot Said

Lawrenceville, NJ –– With the New Jersey GOP gubernatorial primary election heating up ahead of its June 10 date, speculation is rife about who will emerge as the Republican nominee to succeed…

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Murphy’s “Mansion Tax” Hike Targets New Jersey’s Soaring Home Prices

Trenton, NJ – A million dollars used to be able to buy a mansion in New Jersey. Today, it could just get a family going in some parts of the Garden State.…

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New Jersey Gun Owners Face New Tax Threat as Murphy Targets Ammo and Firearms

Trenton, NJ – If you’re a gun owner in New Jersey, you might want to stock up on ammunition now—Governor Phil Murphy’s latest budget proposal is taking aim at your wallet once…

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Trump Appoints Alina Habba as Interim U.S. Attorney for New Jersey

Trenton, NJ – March 24, 2025 – President Donald J. Trump announced today the appointment of Alina Habba, Esq., as the interim U.S. Attorney for the District of New Jersey, effective immediately.…

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Ciattarelli Trumps Spadea in Battle for Who is More MAGA as New Jersey GOP Race Heats Up

BEDMINSTER, NJ – Jack Ciattarelli, a leading contender in the New Jersey Republican gubernatorial primary, appears to have solidified his ties with President Donald J. Trump and mended fences during a sit-down…

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Trump slams ‘Radical Left Lunatics’ at North Carolina town hall, praises Rep. Chuck Edwards

ASHEVILLE, NC — Former President Donald Trump lashed out at Democrats and praised Rep. Chuck Edwards on Sunday after a contentious town hall in Asheville, calling attendees “paid agitators” and accusing Democrats…

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Half-price train rides for I-80 commuters as NJ TRANSIT offers major discount amid emergency repairs

NEWARK, NJ — NJ TRANSIT is offering a 50% discount on roundtrip train fares from five Morris and Warren County stations starting Monday as emergency repair work continues on a heavily traveled…

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Trump moves to shutter Department of Education, shift control to states in sweeping executive order

WASHINGTON, DC — President Donald J. Trump signed a sweeping executive order Friday directing the Department of Education to begin the process of closing its doors and transferring authority over education to…

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Dear Phil Murphy and Democrats: New Jersey Doesn’t Want to be the California of the East

TRENTON, NJ – New Jersey doesn’t want to be California of the East. The ridiculous notion came from Massachusetts native and current governor of the Garden State, Phil Murphy. Most New Jerseyans…

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New Jersey’s Sinkhole Highway of Horror Shutdown As Feds Step in for Repairs

PARSIPPANY, N.J. — A series of massive sinkholes has forced the complete shutdown of Interstate 80 in northern New Jersey, prompting an emergency response from state and federal officials who described the…

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Nancy Mace Pulls Out of Pro-Ciattarelli Event in New Jersey Over Transgender Support, ‘Fake News’

BEDMINSTER, NJ – South Carolina Representative Nancy Mace has abruptly canceled her appearance at a New Jersey event hosted by the Authentic Leadership for America (ALFA) PAC after it was portrayed as…

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Anti-Gun DNC Poster Child David Hogg is Coming to New Jersey to Promote National Grab

TOMS RIVER, NJ – David Hogg is coming to the heart of red New Jersey next week to talk to college students at Ocean County College in Toms River about his plan…

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Murphy Leads NJ Democrat Charge Against Trump Tax Cuts While Championing Massive Tax Increases in own State

TRENTON, N.J. — Democrats in New Jersey are pushing for New Jersey taxes to increase across the board and Governor Phil Murphy is leading that effort. Murphy and Democrats are now criticizing…

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State Lawmakers Call Meeting After Embattled Middletown School Board Announces Three School Closures

MIDDLETOWN, N.J. — Monmouth County lawmakers are calling for an urgent meeting with Gov. Phil Murphy and Education Commissioner Kevin Dehmer following a controversial Middletown Township School District proposal that would close…

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Phil Murphy Wants to Tax the Cloud, Raising Costs for Millions to Use Online Services

TRENTON, N.J. — Senate Republican Budget Officer Declan O’Scanlon on Thursday demanded answers from Gov. Phil Murphy regarding a proposed new tax on digital services that could raise costs for millions of…