New Jersey’s congressional delegation spent summer recess campaigning, traveling abroad, and meeting with constituents while clashing over a GOP-backed budget law that slashes Medicaid and reshapes federal spending.
NJ AG Matthew Platkin joins states opposing Trump VA abortion ban, warning it threatens veterans’ health and reproductive rights.
Passaic caps rent hikes at 3% and ends vacancy decontrol, aiming to protect thousands of families from displacement.
New Jersey restored $35M to the Affordable Housing Trust Fund, with advocates urging full funding to address the state’s housing crisis.
New Jersey health insurance premiums are set to rise nearly 16% in 2026 if federal ACA subsidies are not renewed.
New legislation and Gov. Murphy’s appeal to the FAA aim to curb helicopter noise and improve safety for Hudson County residents.
South Jersey transit expands with new electric buses, a Vineland–Atlantic City shuttle, and microtransit services to boost access.
Immigration courts post “self-deportation” signs as backlogs grow, sparking concerns over fairness and political influence.
Gen Z activists in New Jersey lead climate action through protests, campus organizing, and digital campaigns, shaping state policy.
Hurricane Erin stays offshore but brings flooding, 10-foot waves, and rip current dangers to the Jersey Shore. Officials urge caution.
