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Bail reform panel recommends stricter rules for repeat offenders
The Joint Committee on Criminal Justice Reform found those facing charges from multiple arrests were far more likely to face rearrest pretrial.
Assembly speaker’s senior tax cut bill clears panel
The proposal would offer residents ages 65 and older a tax credit equal to half of their property tax bill. Critics say it's too costly.
With primary campaign over, focus shifts to November for key legislative races
Most legislative races effectively ended with Tuesday's primaries, but a handful of contests will remain competitive in November.
State revenue continues to fall short of projections, top officials say
Two top administration officials said May revenue came up short, a development expected to complicate budget negotiations.
Polls open for primary election, with most candidates running unopposed
Few legislative primaries are contested this year, but at least one race will seal the fate of an incumbent senator.
Another fight brewing over public health benefits
Public sector unions have raised alarms over suggested changes to state health plans, warning they would raise costs for members.
Panel clears bill loosening income rules for senior freeze tax break program
The bipartisan measure would allow seniors who exceed senior freeze income caps for one year to resume their benefits the following year.
Acrimony grips GOP primary in Morris County
Three of the state's most conservative incumbents face challenges from a slate headlined by an ex-assemblywoman and a Morris County commissioner.
As Primary Day nears, vast majority of legislative candidates are running unopposed
Political observers cite ballot design, low pay for lawmakers, and general happiness with party-backed candidates as reasons why there are so few competitive races.
Poll finds broad support for most new liquor license rules
Gov. Phil Murphy says his plan would change an “antiquated and confusing” system and provide local business owners with the chance to boost their profits.
Judges decline to block Horizon reorganization
A three-judge panel found the insurer provided proper notice to policyholders, dismissing claims that the new structure would hike premiums.
Attorney’s public defender past would offer Supreme Court new perspective, advocates say
A bevy of advocates and legal practitioners said the perspective of a former public defender would be overdue on the New Jersey Supreme Court.