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Government/Politics

Trump Tax Cuts: Win Or Loss For New Jersey?

ICE Makes 33 Arrests In North Jersey, Deportations Loom

NJ Immigrants Need More Protection From Trump, Activists Tell Governor

Religious Leaders Unite In Essex County To Oppose Mass Deportations

Tax Hike In Proposed Essex County Budget (See The Latest Numbers)

NJ Cop Launches ‘Retaliation’ Lawsuit Against Town Officials

Clergy Members Plan Prayer Action For Environment In Essex County

NJ Man Tried To ‘Influence’ Sewerage Commissioner, Pleads Guilty

‘Sidebar’ Detours NJ District’s School Negotiations With Admins

Clock Is Ticking On NJ Town’s Tax Revaluation (What To Know)

Andy Kim’s First Bill As Senator Gives Nod To His Korean Heritage

Other news in Essex County and New Jersey

NJ Among States With Most ‘Racial Progress,’ New Study Says

School District In Essex County Faces Slew Of Teacher Sex Abuse Lawsuits: Report

New Jersey’s Largest City Is Trying To Give A ‘Path Home’ To Its Homeless

Alleged Lack Of Heat Sparks Complaints At Apartment Building: Report

Just Salad Opens Livingston Store With Company's First Drive-Thru

Turtle Back Zoo Visitors Donate Tons Of Food During Holiday Drive

Three Kings Day Celebrated At Belleville Hospital With Gifts For Kids

Is Fluoride Making Your Kids Dumber? Nope, NJ Dental Expert Says

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