Roe V. Wade Overturned: How Abortion Bans Will Impact New Jersey

With much of the nation likely to ban or significantly limit abortions, NJ may become a pivotal state for people seeking the procedure.

Ford Used Native NJ Lands As 'Toxic Waste Dump,' Covered It Up: State

Long after the Mahwah plant closed, Ford continues to conceal the full extent of the company's contamination, according to the lawsuit.

Supreme Court's Gun Law Ruling 'Undermines' NJ's Safety: AG

The U.S. Supreme Court struck down New York's concealed carry law. NJ has similar restrictions.

Biden’s Federal Gas Tax Holiday: Would It Help Or Hurt New Jersey?

As NJ gas averages nearly $5 per gallon, President Joe Biden will consider a tactic that President Barack Obama once called a 'gimmick.'

This Is How Much Property Tax Relief You'll See In New NJ Program

Democratic leadership called savings from the ANCHOR program 'historic.' Republicans have different thoughts.

This Juneteenth: Celebrate, Then Legislate

New Jersey is celebrating Juneteenth as a state holiday this year for the second time.

Sentencing Guideline For Young Offenders Not Retroactive, N.J. Supreme Court Rules

The justices found the law’s plain language put the new mitigating factor into effect immediately.

NJ Didn't Ban Slavery Until After Juneteenth: Here's The History

New Jersey didn't ban slavery in its state constitution until 1866 ​— months after the emancipation Juneteenth celebrates.

Senate Clears Bill Enacting Stricter Bail Rules For Some Gun Offenses

“This will focus pretrial detention on those who pose a real threat to public safety while ensuring a fair trial," Cryan said.

Assembly Passes Bill To Offset Unemployment Tax Hike For Businesses

New Jersey businesses would be spared two upcoming unemployment insurance tax hikes under legislation passed by the Assembly Thursday.

Assembly Panel Will Weigh Most Of Murphy's Gun Control Package

The committee’s decision to schedule a hearing on the bills comes as supporters have put pressure on legislative leaders to move them.

New DEP Rule Would Protect Already Polluted Communities

The Department of Environmental Protection has proposed a new rule to protect overburdened communities from more pollution.

'Hunger In New Jersey': Report Sees Hope Amid Food Insecurity

Breaking down "silos" that separate advocacy groups can ultimately better serve the hungry, new study suggests.

Capitol Tour Video Raises Concerns into Jan. 6 Riot, NJ Lawmaker Says

One week after the attack, Rep. Mikie Sherrill led lawmakers in calling for an investigation into access given to Capitol Complex visitors.

Who Will Teach NJ's Kids After Mass Exodus From Education?

NJ's lack of teaching candidates predated the pandemic but has only gotten worse, even compared to other states, research shows.

New Jersey Overdose Death 'Numbers Are Scary'

"Overdose deaths in New Jersey primarily stem from fentanyl," president-elect of the New Jersey Additional Professional Association said.

New Jersey's Tax Hike Akin To Taxing Its Own COVID-19 Shutdown Policies

One, in fact, says the unemployment insurance payroll tax hike is almost like the state taxing its own COVID-19 shutdown policies.

Adjusting New Jersey Income Tax For Inflation Supported

State Republican leaders planned to use the state's huge surplus to send direct payments to consumers to offset high inflation.

Remove Term ‘Illegal Alien' From N.J. Statutes, Lawmaker Says

“I want to see them become citizens,” she said. “They deserve it, and we need to see it happen very soon.”

Advocates Urge More Recycling, Manufacturer Responsibility To Reduce Plastic Waste

"Now we want to make sure the next step that’s taken is strong and can help address the plastics pollution problem,” said Kari Martin.

Voting Reform Package Steams Toward Full Assembly Vote

"Over 50,000 vote-by-mails were rejected and roughly a third of those had to do with signature issues,” Florio said.

Governor Murphy Faces Democratic Roadblocks To Passing New Abortion Measures

Assemblyman Wayne DeAngelo said he doesn’t understand why New Jersey needs to do more than it has already on abortion rights.

How To Lower Gas Prices? Drill More Oil Off NJ, Oil Lobby Group Says

Critics say the American Petroleum Institute has advanced climate-change denial. But the group says it has a plan to lower gas prices.

$2B In Proposed NJ Tax Relief Would Help 5.5M People, Gov. Murphy Says

Nearly 1M homeowners in New Jersey would save $1,500 per year on property taxes under the plan, according to Gov. Phil Murphy.

5 New NJ Law Proposals That Could Impact Your Life

Proposals include a state Child Tax Credit program, expanding free school lunch eligibility and removal of 'illegal alien' language.

Untrained, Fake 'Cops' Abuse Power In NJ: A Bill Would Change That

A state investigation found constables abuse their limited powers and endanger the public. NJ law-enforcement leadership wants them gone.

Traffic-Camera Fines From Out-Of-State Could Be Blocked By NJ Bill

New Jersey ended red-light enforcement on traffic cameras in 2014. Residents could soon have the same protections outside of the state.

3 NJ Congress Members Fined For Stock Violations: Report

3 Democratic lawmakers representing NJ failed to disclose stock info in recent years, according to Business Insider.

What Does The Spotted Lanternfly Look Like? Watch For This, NJ Says

The spotted lanternfly will change color in August, when it begins to lay its egg masses. Here's what to look for.

Sweeping Bipartisan Gun Reform Proposal Backed By NJ Lawmaker

The plan would introduce a mental health review period for gun buyers under 21 and increase funding for in-school intervention programs.

In Fight To Restore A Historic Battlefield, NJ Urged To Support Heritage Tourism

Mention Princeton and the Revolutionary War likely isn't what springs to mind.

Abysmal Early Voting Turnout Prompts Privacy Concerns

Abysmal early voting turnout in Tuesday's primaries has election officials and voting advocates concerned about voters' privacy.

Bills To Protect N.J. Schools From Threats Advance In Assembly

“We are advocates for our kids and our families and our communities,” Assemblywoman Mila Jasey (D-Essex) said.

Judge Tosses Order That Limited Protests Outside Hudson Officials' Homes

The American Civil Liberties Union of New Jersey represented Torres and several other defendants.

Election 2022: New Jersey's 7th District Draws Primary Day Spotlight

Ten Democrats and two Republicans currently occupy the seats, with the 7th District seat drawing the most attention.

Election 2022: New Jersey Gets A Spotlight Congressional Race

Republican Tom Kean Jr., son of former governor Tom Kean Sr., is headed to a rematch with incumbent Democratic U.S. Rep. Tom Malinowski.

New Jersey Becomes 13th State Where Gas Eclipses $5 Mark

"The statewide average for a gallon of unleaded was $5.019 just after lunchtime in the Garden State," according to AAA.

Per Pupil Federal Relief Money In New Jersey 20 Times Higher For Camden Than Cherry Hill

Federal government, when distributing federal pandemic relief funds, favors school districts with more students from low-income households.

Lowering New Jersey Tax Burden Draws Key Support

New Jersey Business and Industry Association called for a balanced and responsible approach to using the surplus in a website statement.

Firearms Advocates Reject New Jersey Governor's Legislation Package

New Jersey Second Amendment Society leader panned governor's renewed call to pass gun safety legislative package he first proposed in 2021.