Briefs
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.
Gun rights advocates ask judges to uphold ruling in fight over gun law
The state failed to show that the continued suspension of New Jersey's new gun law causes irreparable harm, gun rights attorneys argue.
Audit finds deficiencies at state prison specializing in addiction recovery
Corrections officials say they have acted to correct failures a state audit identified at the Mid-State Correctional Facility in Wrightstown.
Assembly clears bill allowing some 17-year-olds to vote in primaries
The measure would allow those who would be 18 by November elections to cast primary ballots that year, even if they are still 17.
Liberty State Park plan calls for cleanup of contamination, expanded recreation
State officials presented plans this week to revitalize Liberty State Park, New Jersey's busiest park. Groundbreaking is set for the fall.
Lawmakers to weigh changes to liquor license laws
The bills represent the Legislature’s first push to loosen the rules piecemeal instead of through an omnibus bill backed by Gov. Phil Murphy.
Judge dismisses union’s lawsuit over correctional officers’ pay raises
A union alleged discrimination after raises granted to corrections officers, but judge found governor, state immune and claims flawed.
Legislation would abolish ‘antiquated’ county constables
Critics say county constables are “antiquated and potentially dangerous" and have no oversight. Lawmakers are moving to abolish the position.
Remote work taxation bill set for final votes
The bill would allow New Jersey teleworkers to win hefty tax credits if they successfully sue New York over income taxes.
Cumberland jail to improve mental health services following inmate deaths
The Justice Department alleges Cumberland County jail workers violated inmates' constitutional rights by denying them medical assistance.
As N.J. gun law evolves, here’s where you can and can’t take guns in New Jersey
There have been so many rulings on New Jersey's new concealed carry restrictions that confusion persists about where guns are allowed.
Protestors blast gender-affirming care, sex ed in schools, more
About 60 people rallied in Trenton for parental choice, complaining about school sex ed standards, legislation on transgender care, and more.