Lt. gov. debate features civil clashes on guns, MVC and more
Lt. Gov. Sheila Oliver and Republican challenger Diane Allen debated at Rider University, disagreeing often but at a lower volume than the gubernatorial debate.
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NJ revamps UEZ program – but the sales tax discount stays
For the first time in 10 years, the state will provide funding from its budget to Urban Enterprise Zones. Some benefits will be capped to favor small business.
NJ to try 'restorative justice' approach to juveniles in 4 cities
The “Restorative and Transformative Justice for Youths and Communities” pilot program in Camden, Newark, Paterson and Trenton will cost $8.4 million.
NJ hopes to head off nation's worst eviction crisis post-COVID
Two months after the public health emergency eventually lifts, evictions that have been on hold since last March will surge. Federal aid can help reduce it.
NJ to spend $190M to restore Newark Penn beyond its former glory
Gov. Murphy says $190 million will be spent in and around the station to continue the Newark renaissance.
NJ announces plans for $100M for COVID economic recovery
At a Hillsborough brewery, elected officials detailed plans for spending $100 million in federal CARES Act funds.
Defund the police? Not if NJ’s top Democrats have anything to say about it
New Jersey's top Democrats, including the state's highest ranking Black official, have gone on record not supporting calls to "defund the police."
Murphy cites independence in naming first black woman to court
Gov. Phil Murphy has nominated the first black woman to the state's highest court.
Murphy: Black Lives matter, and 'need for change' is real
Murphy said people peaceful protesting the 'murder' of George Floyd, under the knee of a police officer, is vastly different than other pandemic crowds.
NJ says vital programs for residents still running
New Jersey officials have a message to residents who depend on a variety of social services to make ends meet: Nobody is going to forget about you.