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Jersey City Mayor Steve Fulop announces run for governor in 2025
Jersey City Mayor Steve Fulop is the first announced candidate in what is expected to be a crowded field to replace Gov. Phil Murphy.
Governor Murphy says some state government jobs shouldn’t require college degree
Hundreds of people don't get state government jobs, or don't bother applying, because they have no college degree, officials said Monday.
Annual prison count shows racial disparities persist behind bars
Black people made up 59% of the prison population in the last count, despite representing only 15% of the state's population.
Wind project may ‘adversely affect,’ but not likely to ‘jeopardize,’ endangered marine life, agency says
The project will likely not jeopardize endangered whales, sea turtles, or Atlantic sturgeon, or harm their habitats, said the agency.
New law offers temporary reprieve for some customers with overdue water, sewer bills
Gov. Murphy’s signing of the bill comes as a deadline nears for New Jersey to use or lose $24 million in federal funding intended to erase residents’ 2021 water and sewage arrearages.
Governor Murphy declares N.J. ‘safe haven’ for transgender, nonbinary people
While the number of states banning health care for transgender youth grows, Gov. Phil Murphy said New Jersey will be a "safe haven" for transgender and nonbinary people.
Governor Murphy lifts COVID-19 testing requirement in health care centers, jails, and more
Gov. Phil Murphy said lifting the COVID-19 testing requirement is a testament to the progress made since the pandemic first hit New Jersey.
Bill proposes tracking deadly car crashes caused by cannabis impairment
The bill would require the state to publish information annually on how many car crashes involve drivers under the influence of cannabis.
Legislature sends $103M school funding bill to Gov. Murphy’s desk
The bill was fast-tracked to address concerns from school districts expecting state aid cuts under Gov. Phil Murphy's budget plan.
Hitman sentenced to 16 years in prison for 2014 murder-for-hire plot
George Bratsenis is one of two hitmen sentenced to prison for their role in the murder of Michael Galdieri in 2014.
Senator calls timing of Bed Bath & Beyond layoffs ‘a disgrace’
Bed Bath & Beyond is laying off more than 500 workers just before a new law goes into effect that will require large employees to pay severance to laid-off workers.
N.J. attorney general takes over Paterson Police Department
The announcement comes weeks after the police killing of Paterson man Najee Seabrooks led to unrest in the city.