Over 1 Million on Federal Benefits Unable to Prove Citizenship, New Jersey Lawmaker Says

TRENTON, N.J. — A New Jersey lawmaker is sounding the alarm over what she describes as widespread failures in verifying citizenship, enforcing work requirements, and confirming eligibility for taxpayer-funded benefits, arguing that…

Older man in a navy jacket with red glasses, text 'Governor Phil Murphy,' embracing a woman against a red brick wall.

NJ Lawmakers Demand FIFA Cost Hearings as Tammy Murphy’s Chairwoman Role Draws Scrutiny Over MetLife Plans

Trenton, NJ — New Jersey lawmakers on Thursday demanded urgent budget hearings into the 2026 FIFA World Cup after raising new concerns about taxpayer exposure, steep transit costs, and the leadership role…

Newark Public Schools proudly kicked off Women’s History Month some very special visitors, including NJ Governor Mikie Sherrill and NJ Education Commissioner Dr. Lily Laux.

New Jersey spent $1 million to have 45 teens vote in Newark school board election

Newark, NJ — Forty-five 16- and 17-year-olds cast ballots in Newark’s school board election this week, a new development that has intensified debate after a lawmaker claimed the effort cost about $1…

Crowd of protesters at a political rally holding signs and American flags; the prominent sign says, 'Government-Run HEALTH CARE Will TAX You To DEATH!!' A second sign quotes Ronald Reagan about government solving problems.

New Jersey Towns Continue Public Healthcare Double Taxation Hike Across the State

TRENTON, N.J. — Homeowners across New Jersey are absorbing rising property tax bills tied to municipal employee health insurance costs, a shift that effectively forces residents to pay twice as their own…

Man in a dark suit and red tie stands on a subway platform, gesturing toward a woman exiting a train while a black briefcase labeled '$10.4 MILLION' spills cash around it.

Trump Already Gave New Jersey $10 Million for World Cup Train Fares, Where Did it Go?

Trump Team Says $10.4M Sent for World Cup Transit as Mikie Sherrill Battles FIFA Over $48M Bill Friday Newark, New Jersey — A widening fight over who pays to move tens of…

Female politician at a podium, hand raised in a-wave, with a state seal backdrop behind her in a formal setting.

FIFA fires back at New Jersey governor with strongly worded response to travel costs

Newark, New Jersey — New Jersey commuters could face long-term transit costs as Governor Mikie Sherrill complained this week that NJ TRANSIT faces a $48 million bill tied to the 2026 World…

Jackson mayoral candidate criticizes $300K salary, vehicle perk for new business administrator

Elliott Shemtov targets pay package and dual role under Mayor Jennifer Kuhn’s administration Jackson, N.J. — A $300,000 salary and taxpayer-funded vehicle for Jackson’s new business administrator drew sharp criticism Tuesday from…

Brick Township awards $208K contract for police software support

Council approves one-year agreement with Tyler Technologies for maintenance of public safety system Brick Township, NJ — Brick Township officials have approved a $208,103 contract to maintain and support the police department’s…

Middletown Schools Face Closures Without State Bailout as Money Flows into Districts Like Newark, Lakewood

No financial lifeline confirmed as district moves ahead while other NJ districts receive major aid or intervention Middletown, New Jersey — No state bailout is coming to prevent school closures in Middletown,…

Ocean County to name Man, Woman of the Year as funding, grants headline busy week

Commissioners also set votes on opioid funds, $1M housing grant and local agreements TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Ocean County commissioners are set to recognize community leaders and approve millions in funding this…

Mikie Sherrill’s New Gross Profit Corporate Tax Plan Could Put Many New Jersey Small Businesses Out of Business

Proposed limits on loss write-offs spark debate over affordability, revenue and business climate TRENTON, N.J. — A proposed change to New Jersey’s business tax structure is drawing sharp debate as state leaders…

$7.3B immigration cost to rise as New Jersey bills expand benefits, limit enforcement, shortchange impacted schools

TRENTON, N.J. — A $7.3 billion annual cost tied to illegal immigration is taking center stage in New Jersey’s policy debate, as Republican lawmakers warn expanding benefits and limiting enforcement could increase…

NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani Reaffirms Democratic Socialist Agenda After 100 Days in Office

Mayor says policies on housing, transit, and taxation will continue as part of long-term governing strategy New York City, NY — New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani reaffirmed his commitment to governing…

Feud Between Jackson Mayor and Code Enforcement Dept. Began After Mayor Cited for Failing to Register as Landlord, Suit Claims

Code enforcement officer alleges harassment, discipline after citing council president, now mayor, Jennifer L. Kuhn Jackson Township, NJ – A lawsuit filed in Ocean County Superior Court lays out a detailed series…

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Over 1 Million on Federal Benefits Unable to Prove Citizenship, New Jersey Lawmaker Says

NJ Lawmakers Demand FIFA Cost Hearings as Tammy Murphy’s Chairwoman Role Draws Scrutiny Over MetLife Plans

New Jersey spent $1 million to have 45 teens vote in Newark school board election

New Jersey Towns Continue Public Healthcare Double Taxation Hike Across the State

Trump Already Gave New Jersey $10 Million for World Cup Train Fares, Where Did it Go?

FIFA fires back at New Jersey governor with strongly worded response to travel costs

Jackson mayoral candidate criticizes $300K salary, vehicle perk for new business administrator

Brick Township awards $208K contract for police software support

Middletown Schools Face Closures Without State Bailout as Money Flows into Districts Like Newark, Lakewood

Ocean County to name Man, Woman of the Year as funding, grants headline busy week

Mikie Sherrill’s New Gross Profit Corporate Tax Plan Could Put Many New Jersey Small Businesses Out of Business

$7.3B immigration cost to rise as New Jersey bills expand benefits, limit enforcement, shortchange impacted schools

NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani Reaffirms Democratic Socialist Agenda After 100 Days in Office

Feud Between Jackson Mayor and Code Enforcement Dept. Began After Mayor Cited for Failing to Register as Landlord, Suit Claims

The world is coming to New Jersey, but NJ Transit will surely embarrass us on the global stage

NJ lawmaker claims billions spent on educating undocumented immigrants amid school cuts and closures

New Jersey Congressional Comm Director Goes on Full Anti-MAGA Conspiracy Tirade to Defend Failed School Funding Policies

Mikie Sherrill’s Sunny Sideline Snapshot Hides a Deeper Disconnect on New Jersey School Funding

New Jersey pushes $500K plan to expand access for minority and women businesses

New Jersey bill delays hemp beverage rules, keeps THC sales limits in place

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Six Months After Murphy Compared Voter Fraud to Being Struck by Lightning, Sherrill Reveals 400 Noncitizens Cast Ballots

Shooting erupts in Northeast DC as suspects flee in black Mercedes

Massive police search with helicopter ends without finding person in distress

New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill Refuses to Comply With DOJ Request in Noncitizen Voter Registration Investigation