Property tax relief? Lawmakers say NJ's school aid needs overhaul
State lawmakers want changes in New Jersey’s school aid formula, which drives school funding and by extension the nation’s highest property taxes. Continue reading…
View ArticleHurricane season: Is New Jersey ready for possible disaster?
Senator says he wants NJ to be prepared to evacuate residents — and to get the word out fast. Continue reading…
View ArticleFor arrested veterans, treatment instead of criminal charges?
New Jersey vets who have nonviolent brushes with the law could be diverted into treatment for addiction or mental health issues, rather than the courts. Continue reading…
View ArticleDoes South Jersey phone, internet service suck? This is what residents can do...
No Fios. Bad copper landlines and DSL. New Jersey Board of Public Utilities wants to hear from South Jersey. Continue reading…
View ArticleNJ lawmakers continue uphill battle for South Jersey veterans healthcare
Lack of a Veterans Affairs hospital in the region has forced veterans in South Jersey to travel north or out of state to receive healthcare. Continue reading…
View ArticleUnwanted prescription meds — don't flush 'em down the toilet!
A pilot program is launched in South Jersey to safely get rid of prescription pills at home Continue reading…
View ArticleThat $300 million Statehouse renovation? Full-speed ahead, with no clear...
Lawmakers seeking details about the Statehouse renovations slated to start this summer got precious few in their initial budget hearings with the state treasurer. Continue reading…
View ArticleSorry, South Jersey — Little of that $400M in transportation spending is for you
In total, $260 million is headed to roads and bridges, with another $140 million meant to improve NJ Transit services. Continue reading…
View Article1 in 2 millennials in NJ have an STD. Will $4.4M campaign help?
“One in two sexually active 15- to 25-year-olds will get an STD unless they take action to prevent it,” says New Jersey's health commissioner. Continue reading…
View ArticleWhy some NJ veterans who commit crimes won't wind up in jail
A new Veterans Diversion Program becomes law in New Jersey, to help vets who commit minor non-violent crimes. Continue reading…
View Article'Make a mistake with this, somebody dies'— NJ to modify bail reform this month
New Jersey’s bail reforms are likely to be modified by month’s end, to increase the likelihood defendants with a history of weapons offenses are detained until trial. Continue reading…
View ArticleYou can't leave NJ dogs tied up outside in bad weather anymore
The new law supersedes local ordinances already in place. Continue reading…
View ArticleTime for Plan B, say opponents of NJ's proposed beekeeping rules
State laws adopted in 2015 are meant to encourage beekeeping, but critics say the proposed rules would instead put up restrictions banning it in many areas. Continue reading…
View ArticleNJ Republican candidate on video calling diversity 'a bunch of crap'
Republican Seth Grossman is running to replace retiring Republican Rep. Frank LoBiondo on a platform of supporting President Trump's Make America Great Again slogan. Continue reading…
View ArticleGOP candidate in NJ says diversity will turn state into Afghanistan
The Republican congressional candidate critical of diversity is concerned about the effect of a diversity initiative will have on NJ law enforcement. Continue reading…
View Article'Diversity is crap' candidate also has opinions on Muslims, black people
Grossman is running against Democratic state Sen. Jeff Van Drew for the seat being vacated by Republican U.S. Rep. Frank LoBiondo Continue reading…
View Article'Why am I called a bigot?' asks candidate disowned by his party
A South Jersey congressional candidate wants to know: Why am I being called a bigot? Continue reading…
View ArticleObamacare and healthcare: NJ candidates' positions 2018
Healthcare is the most important issue to New Jersey voters and the midterm election outcome will be key to future cost and quality. Continue reading…
View ArticleThis is what the Blue Wave looks like in New Jersey
The “blue wave” crashed over New Jersey on Tuesday night, with Democrats flipping at least three congressional districts and returning embattled Robert Menendez to the Senate. Continue reading…
View ArticleProperty tax relief? Lawmakers say NJ's school aid needs overhaul
State lawmakers want changes in New Jersey’s school aid formula, which drives school funding and by extension the nation’s highest property taxes. Continue reading…
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