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A sad day for NJ. Rest easy, Matt. www.nj.com/politics/202...

Senator Cory Booker (D-NJ) after topping Strom Thurmond's record

The Trump administration will begin to withhold some federal funding from Planned Parenthood starting Tuesday, a move that will curtail access to services including cancer screenings and affordable birth control, the organization said.

New Study Projects Climate-Driven Flooding for Thousands of #NJ Homes in Coastal Areas Even If Global Emissions Drop / #NJnews #NJsky #climatechange insideclimatenews.org/news/0304202...

Public TV in #NJ under pressure again. More than a decade after Gov. Christie shut down NJN, NJ PBS now faces deep budget cuts & layoffs. newjerseyglobe.com/media/nj-pbs... #NJnews #NJsky

“We’re identifying improper payments, fraud, waste and abuse every day,” said Kevin Walsh, the acting state comptroller. “New Jersey, by creating an independent agency to go after it has, I think, probably the best approach, because it removes oversight from the realm of politics.”

Tiffany Messina claims school officials in Morris County discriminated against her after she disclosed her pregnancy in January 2024.

Project for @starledger.bsky.social and @nj.com: BEAVERS! I spent over a year tracing the history of the beaver in #NewJersey and centering the war one small suburban town has had with the rodents. edt: @jessbeym.bsky.social, illustrations from @halseyberryman.bsky.social projects.nj.com/beavers/

#NJ executives weigh in! 💼🌆 Biz leaders highlight their favorite destinations, from historic landmarks to vibrant downtowns. www.roi-nj.com/2025/03/12/i... #NJnews #Travel #NJtravel

No staff, but $35 million? Dem. Sean Spiller’s run for #NJ governor is raising eyebrows as election watchdogs question the influence of outside spending in his campaign💰 #NJElection2025 #NJnews #NJsky

State lawmakers are planning to hold four hearings to gather public input on Gov. Murphy’s $58 billion budget, which calls for hiking taxes by more than $1 billion. If you can't attend a hearing, you can also send comments on the proposed budget to lawmakers via email (full details in story).

In recent days, the devoted parents have been spotted trading shifts, keeping their babies warm, and delivering freshly caught fish and fowl 🥹 🔗 www.inquirer.com/news/new-jer...

A betrayal of public trust: Lt. Kevin Matthew allegedly stole drugs from evidence lockers while others fought for justice. Here's a look at what went wrong in Bergen County, NJ. #NJsky #NJnews #NJ www.nbcnewyork.com/new-jersey/n...

See the list of more than two dozen upcoming St. Patrick's Day parades — including eight this weekend.

This is a really important article for folks following the NJ governor’s race. Shame three of the Democratic candidates apparently decided not to answer the pretty basic question posed in it (aka “what are your budgeting priorities”). 🙄 newjerseymonitor.com/2025/03/07/g...

breaking for @starledger.bsky.social, I obtained a Camden fire department incident report which says the recent massive blaze was made worse by employees on the scene. First responders also said they were hampered by a blocked entry amid the #NewJersey blaze www.nj.com/camden/2025/...

NEW: The Department of Housing and Urban Development, which oversees billions in aid and insures more than a trillion dollars in mortgages, is pondering using the blockchain and a stablecoin. One HUD official derided it as “monopoly money.” By @jessecoburn.bsky.social

A freight train derailment between Cranford and Union Station on the Raritan Valley Line is disrupting service. No injuries were reported; buses are now being used to transport passengers. #NJNews #NJsky #NJ www.courierpostonline.com/story/news/l...

The NJ #PuertoRico Commission welcomes new appointees: Senator Anthony Bucco, Thomas Ortiz, Councilman Ruben Ramos, and Miguel Melendez. The group will focus on strengthening ties between #NJ and PR #NJPolitics www.roi-nj.com/2025/02/18/p...

#Trump's plan to close the U.S. Education Dept. could cost #NJ billions in federal funding for low-income students and special education, risking teacher layoffs and program cuts. #NJNews #Education #NJsky www.northjersey.com/story/news/e...

lmao the Trump White House confirms that the **DRONES** over New Jersey were a big nothingburger

BREAKING: Former NJ Senator Bob Menendez has been sentenced to 11 years in prison on corruption charges

Last year, homelessness in N.J. was up 24%. Why some fear it’s even higher now.

New Jersey: where 9.5 million people call home… but half of them are thinking about moving to Florida. 🌴 Let’s talk about these numbers... #NJ www.northjersey.com/story/news/2...

www.northjersey.com/story/news/2... “To become certified in New Jersey, candidates must [still] obtain a college degree in an accredited teacher preparation program, complete months of teaching experience inside a school setting and pass Praxis II core subject tests specific to their degree.”

BREAKING NEWS: New Jersey state workers will soon benefit from 12 weeks of parental leave with full pay.

First New Jersey towns opt to move forward with affordable housing plans gothamist.com/news/first-n...

Cancer care costs hit #NJ patients hard. Advocates call for reforms in 2025: smoke-free workplaces, better screenings, and biomarker testing #MedSky #NJsky www.fightcancer.org/releases/gov...

Gov. Murphy takes action: #NJ will stockpile abortion medication to safeguard reproductive rights amid renewed federal threats. thehill.com/policy/healt...

Living in Maryland, teaching in D.C., and running #NJ's top watchdog agency? Sounds like multitasking gone wrong. Tiffany Williams Brewer's resignation story is a must-read. www.app.com/story/news/i...

Barnegat Twp. is among the first #NJ towns to accept new affordable housing targets. With the Jan. 31 deadline approaching, will others follow or resist? #NJnews #NJsky gothamist.com/news/first-n...

Is Jersey City about to turn the tables on NYC? Mayor Fulop's 'reverse congestion pricing' plan could charge NYC drivers crossing into #NJ to fix NJ Transit. Bold move or fair play? #NJnews #NJsky www.foxnews.com/us/new-jerse...

In an effort to address the teacher shortage, #NJ drops the basic literacy test requirement for new teachers. Interesting... 🤔 #NJnews #NJsky www.campussafetymagazine.com/news/new-jer...

Winter is here! Up to 2 inches of snow expected in southern #NJ today, with a more powerful storm bringing up to 6 inches Sunday night into Monday. #NJWeather #NJsky #NJnews www.nj.com/weather/2025...

Voted one of the best places to live, this #NJ town offers a walkable downtown, kid-friendly amenities, and award-winning community events 🏡🎨 #njnews #njsky www.travelandleisure.com/metuchen-new...

#NJ Superior Court: Municipalities can't block affordable housing reforms. Towns have until June 2025 to submit plans under the revamped Mount Laurel Doctrine #NJnews #NJsky njbiz.com/judge-blocks...

Nearly 300 antisemitic incidents and 147 targeting Muslims, Arabs, and others— #Rutgers faces a reckoning over campus discrimination. #NJnews #Njsky #NJ #HigherEd newjerseymonitor.com/briefs/rutge...

#NJ foodies, assemble! Here's the top 51 dishes to savor in 2025, and they truly span the globe — Georgian, Thai, Uruguayan, and beyond. ...via NJ dot com (behind paywall)🌎🍽 #NJfood #NJnews www.nj.com/entertainmen...

The $9 toll for driving into Manhattan below 60th St. is days away, but #NJ 's fight against congestion pricing highlights deeper regional tensions #NJNews #NJTransit #NJSky gothamist.com/news/new-jer...

"From Toms River #NJ to Brooklyn, the tragic death of Debrina Kawam has left communities shaken. A vigil honored her memory, and justice is still being sought #Njnews #NJsky www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news...

New Jersey laws include: -Minimum Wage Increase -Freedom to Read Act -Personalized Postpartum Care Plans #NJnews #NJsky #NJ www.cbsnews.com/philadelphia...

It seems like all the news lately is on these drones. The most recent: The FAA has issued new restrictions on drone flights in parts of New Jersey. www.foxnews.com/us/faa-annou...

I learned Senate floor desks have drawers where every Senator who used that desk carves their name. I just pulled out my drawer. 1 name jumped out. INOUYE. WWII Medal of Honor. Senator for ~ 50 yrs. AAPI trailblazer. I cannot believe I get to sit at the desk of a hero of mine.

#NJ reports antisemitic incidents doubling in a year. A proposed bill to adopt the IHRA definition of antisemitism remains stuck. Lawmaker Schaer asks: 'Why the delay?' #NJPolitics #NJnews #NJsky newjerseymonitor.com/2024/12/18/l...

Francesca Mani was 14-years-old when her name was called over the loudspeaker at Westfield High School in New Jersey. She headed to the principal's office, where she learned that a picture of her had been turned into a nude image using artificial intelligence.

The #drone mystery sparks bipartisan criticism of federal response. GOP calls Biden’s approach 'lax.' Sen. Cory Booker demands 'more transparency.' Gov. Hochul warns, 'This has gone too far.' 🚨 #NJ #NJsky #NJnews www.nytimes.com/2024/12/14/n...

What are the flying objects spotted in New Jersey?

New Jersey drone sightings are the 21st century’s War of the Worlds