New Jersey Family Services Case Worker Indicted for Sexual Assault

Trenton, NJ – An ex-caseworker for the New Jersey Department of Children and Family Services’ Division of Child Protection and Permanency (DCPP) faces indictment due to alleged sexual abuse of two minors.…

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New Jersey leads coalition to defend public health insurance access for migrant children

TRENTON, N.J. — Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin is spearheading a coalition of 18 jurisdictions in support of a federal effort to expand health insurance access to Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals…

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New Jersey officials warn voters about deepfakes ahead of 2024 election

TRENTON, N.J. — With the 2024 presidential election approaching, New Jersey Lieutenant Governor Tahesha Way and Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin have issued guidance to help residents identify and avoid deepfakes—AI-generated media…

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New Jersey Task Force 1 carries out search and rescue in North Carolina after Hurricane Helene

TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey Task Force 1 (NJ-TF1) continues its search and rescue operations in North Carolina following the devastation caused by Hurricane Helene. The team is currently deployed in some…

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Mercer County establishes new Office of LGBTQIA+ Affairs

TRENTON, N.J. — Mercer County Executive Dan Benson signed an ordinance last week that creates the Mercer County Office of LGBTQIA+ Affairs, aimed at supporting the county’s LGBTQIA+ community by providing access…

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NJ Broker-Dealer’s Registrations Revoked for Unsuitable Investment Recommendations

TRENTON, NJ – The New Jersey Bureau of Securities has revoked the registrations of Carlos Leston for recommending and selling unsuitable investments to elderly clients. The action was announced by Attorney General…

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Senator McKnight praises Hudson County grant from community-led crisis response act

TRENTON, NJ — Senator Angela V. McKnight expressed her appreciation following the approval of a grant for Hudson County under the Seabrooks-Washington Community-Led Response Act, which aims to fund Community Crisis Response…

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Traffic Alert: Multiple Crashes Slowing New Jersey’s Morning Commute

Crashes and delays affect New Jersey morning commute NEWARK, N.J. — Multiple crashes and delays are impacting the morning commute across New Jersey as of 8:15 a.m., with several key roadways experiencing…

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New Jersey Advances Bill That Would Allow LGBTQ, Gender, Sex Books in Schools Advances

TRENTON, N.J. — The Senate Education Committee advanced a bill on Monday aimed at protecting the right to access diverse library materials and shielding librarians from harassment linked to book ban efforts.…

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Somerset County man sentenced to 64 months for attempting to support Hamas

TRENTON, N.J. — A Somerset County man was sentenced to 64 months in prison on Monday for concealing his attempts to provide material support to Hamas, a designated foreign terrorist organization, authorities…

Racism is a Public Health Crisis in New Jersey, According to Dem Lawmakers

TRENTON, N.J. — Senator Angela V. McKnight (D-Hudson) has introduced Senate Resolution No. 50, which formally declares racism as a public health crisis in New Jersey. The resolution, pre-filed for introduction in…

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New Jersey bill proposes abortion travel advisory system and threat levels

TRENTON, N.J. — A new bill introduced in the New Jersey Legislature seeks to create a “Reproductive Health Travel Advisory” to inform residents about the varying levels of access to reproductive healthcare…

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No Tax on Tips Law Introduced by New Jersey State Lawmakers

TRENTON, N.J. — A new bill introduced in the New Jersey Legislature seeks to provide tax relief for workers who earn income through tips. Dubbed the “No Taxes on Tops Bill,” the…

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New Law Could Require New Jersey National Guard to Support Illegal Border Crossing Effort

TRENTON, N.J. — Assemblyman Paul Kanitra of Ocean County has introduced the “United Border Security Act,” a bill that would require the New Jersey National Guard to provide support to Arizona and…

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Bill Would Require New Jersey Vote-by-Mail Voters to Include Copy of Personal ID

TRENTON, N.J. — Assemblyman Paul Kanitra, who represents parts of Ocean County, has introduced legislation aimed at tightening the requirements for vote-by-mail and absentee ballots. The proposed law would require New Jersey…

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New Jersey Seeks to Fix Flaw in Law That Deters Tickets for Passing School Buses

TRENTON, N.J. — In New Jersey, a new bill will make it easier for police and prosecutors to charge drivers who pass school buses illegally. Under the current law, either the bus…

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New Jersey Seeks to Lower Requirements for Special Needs Bus Drivers

TRENTON, N.J. — The Senate Transportation Committee has favorably reported an amended version of Senate Bill No. 3000, which would allow drivers with a Type S school bus certificate to operate certain…

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Former Wildwood mayor pleads guilty to health benefits fraud and tax violations

TRENTON, N.J. — Former Wildwood Mayor Peter J. Byron pleaded guilty to charges related to fraudulently participating in the State Health Benefits Program (SHBP) and failing to disclose outside employment and income,…

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New Jersey Seeks to Raise Vape by Mail Age Limit to 21

TRENTON, N.J. — A new bill aims to strengthen New Jersey’s age restrictions on electronic smoking devices and tobacco products by prohibiting delivery of these items to individuals under the age of…

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New Jersey Lawmakers Push for Zero Traffic Deaths by 2040

New Jersey Senate bill aims to eliminate traffic fatalities by 2040 TRENTON, N.J. — The Senate Transportation Committee has favorably reported a substitute bill for Senate Bill No. 361, which proposes the…

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New Jersey Family Services Case Worker Indicted for Sexual Assault

New Jersey leads coalition to defend public health insurance access for migrant children

New Jersey officials warn voters about deepfakes ahead of 2024 election

New Jersey Task Force 1 carries out search and rescue in North Carolina after Hurricane Helene

Mercer County establishes new Office of LGBTQIA+ Affairs

NJ Broker-Dealer’s Registrations Revoked for Unsuitable Investment Recommendations

Senator McKnight praises Hudson County grant from community-led crisis response act

Traffic Alert: Multiple Crashes Slowing New Jersey’s Morning Commute

New Jersey Advances Bill That Would Allow LGBTQ, Gender, Sex Books in Schools Advances

Somerset County man sentenced to 64 months for attempting to support Hamas

Racism is a Public Health Crisis in New Jersey, According to Dem Lawmakers

New Jersey bill proposes abortion travel advisory system and threat levels

No Tax on Tips Law Introduced by New Jersey State Lawmakers

New Law Could Require New Jersey National Guard to Support Illegal Border Crossing Effort

Bill Would Require New Jersey Vote-by-Mail Voters to Include Copy of Personal ID

New Jersey Seeks to Fix Flaw in Law That Deters Tickets for Passing School Buses

New Jersey Seeks to Lower Requirements for Special Needs Bus Drivers

Former Wildwood mayor pleads guilty to health benefits fraud and tax violations

New Jersey Seeks to Raise Vape by Mail Age Limit to 21

New Jersey Lawmakers Push for Zero Traffic Deaths by 2040

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