New Jersey joins another multistate federal lawsuit against HUD over housing rule changes

TRENTON, NJ – New Jersey Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin has joined a coalition of states suing the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, alleging that new federal policies will unlawfully…

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Sherrill Taps Pro-Offshore Wind Advocate to Co-Chair Gubernatorial Transition Team

TRENTON, NJ – Governor-elect Mikie Sherrill has tapped U.S. Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm to co-chair her “Making Energy More Affordable and Reliable” Action Team, signaling that offshore wind and renewable infrastructure will…

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Murphy touts $20 million taxpayer-backed grocery store in Atlantic City

ATLANTIC CITY, NJ – Governor Phil Murphy is celebrating the opening of a new Save A Lot supermarket in Atlantic City’s Renaissance Plaza, part of a nearly $20 million state-funded redevelopment effort.…

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We Won’t Pay Federal Taxes: Mikie Sherrill Says She Will Withhold “Magical Pile of Money” to Fight Trump

TRENTON, NJ – Governor-elect Mikie Sherrill is facing criticism after suggesting New Jersey could “withhold” federal tax dollars as a form of protest against the Trump administration. Her remarks, made during an…

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New Jersey is considering therapy dogs as part of plan to improve student morale and attendance

TRENTON, NJ – A new proposal in the New Jersey Legislature would launch a three-year pilot program bringing therapy dogs into public elementary schools to measure their impact on student wellness and…

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New Jersey’s Official Social Media Page Gushed Over Transgender Week While Mostly Ignoring Veterans Day

TRENTON, NJ – Governor Phil Murphy’s administration is facing scrutiny after New Jersey’s official social media accounts promoted Transgender Awareness Week with multiple posts, while offering only a brief acknowledgment of Veterans…

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Mikie Sherrill Says New Jersey Could Stop Paying Federal Taxes, Pushes for Federal Tax Strike

TRENTON, NJ – In a surprising exchange during an appearance on “The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart,” New Jersey Governor-elect Mikie Sherrill and Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger discussed the possibility of a…

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New Jersey Hall of Fame welcomes Jonas Brothers, Sheila Oliver, and Martin Brodeur in star-studded class of 2025

EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ – The Garden State’s biggest names gathered at American Dream on Friday night to celebrate the 17th Annual New Jersey Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, honoring a new class…

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Mikie Sherrill’s promised energy freeze sparks hope in New Jersey but experts warn of harsh reality

TRENTON, NJ – In the wake of her decisive victory in the gubernatorial election, Mikie Sherrill has New Jersey buzzing with optimism over her bold pledge to freeze skyrocketing energy costs on…

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PA lawmaker unveils sweeping police safety and training package after York County tragedy

HARRISBURG, PA – Following the September killings of three York County police officers in the line of duty, Representative Seth Grove has introduced a broad package of legislation aimed at improving training,…

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Delaware duo busted with cocaine, heroin, meth and knives in Laurel raid

Major drug and weapons bust in Laurel nets two arrests after raid turns up cocaine, heroin, meth and knives Laurel, DE – A major drug investigation led to the arrest of two…

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NJ bill would excuse students from school to perform at military funerals

TRENTON, NJ – A proposed New Jersey law would allow public school students to receive an excused absence when they take part in a musical performance honoring veterans at military funerals, including…

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New Jersey Congresswoman Mikie Sherrill Officially Resigns

WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Representative Mikie Sherrill has officially resigned her seat in Congress, submitting letters of resignation Tuesday to both New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy and House Speaker Mike Johnson. Her…

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Gov. Moore Using One Party Control to Rig Elections for Dems, Wipe Out GOP, Party Says

ANNAPOLIS, MD – Maryland Senate Republican leaders accused Governor Wes Moore of trying to “wipe out the Republican Party” through his newly announced Redistricting Advisory Commission, calling it a partisan effort to…

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Over 225 violent criminal aliens arrested in massive 10-day ICE crackdown

Federal and state law enforcement agencies have arrested 230 convicted criminal aliens across Florida following a sweeping 10-day operation targeting violent offenders and sexual predators living illegally in the United States. The…

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New Jersey wants to reclassify criminals who were victims of domestic violence prior to crime

TRENTON, NJ – Lawmakers are considering legislation that would allow courts to reduce or resentence certain defendants who were victims of domestic violence or abuse if that abuse contributed to their criminal…

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State Bill Could Help Districts Like Jackson, Toms River, and Lakewood When it Comes to Funding Private School Students

TRENTON, NJ – The New Jersey Senate Education Committee has approved legislation that would revamp how the state allocates aid for auxiliary and remedial services to nonpublic school students, aiming to make…

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Lawmakers push to add sickle cell anemia to New Jersey’s medical cannabis program

TRENTON, NJ – A new bill introduced in the New Jersey Assembly aims to expand access to medical cannabis for patients living with sickle cell anemia. Assemblywoman Verlina Reynolds-Jackson and Assemblyman William…

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DCA urges New Jersey residents hit by SNAP delay to apply for winter utility protections

TRENTON, NJ – The New Jersey Department of Community Affairs is reminding residents affected by the federal delay in SNAP benefits that they may qualify for state utility assistance and shutoff protections…

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Mikie Sherrill Says Her Victory Is a Warning to Republicans All Across America

TRENTON, NJ – Governor-elect Mikie Sherrill said she is “ready to get to work” after her decisive 13-point victory over Republican Jack Ciattarelli, becoming only the second woman ever elected governor of…

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