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New Jersey Schools See K-12 Funds Reversed, Yet Uncertainty Lingers

Legal action restored $158 million in New Jersey K-12 funds, protecting schools and vital programs amid ongoing funding challenges.

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SNAP Benefits Don’t Cover A Basic Meal Anywhere In NJ

SNAP benefits fall short in all NJ counties, with modest meals costing more than aid provides as cuts and work rules threaten access.

Booker And Kim Split On Vote To Block Arms Sale To Israel As Gaza Famine Worsens

Senate Democrats split on blocking Israel arms sale as Gaza nears famine; NJ's Cory Booker and Andy Kim vote on opposing sides.

Marine Veterans Get Refurbished Cars Through Recycled Rides Program

Two Marine veterans in NJ received cars through NABC Recycled Rides, helping them rebuild lives and return to school.

NJ To Get Largest Immigrant Detention Site On East Coast?

Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst may become the largest immigrant detention hub on the East Coast under a new federal deportation plan.

NJ Faces Massive Medicaid And SNAP Cuts Under The Big Beautiful Bill

Gov. Murphy orders review of federal cuts that could cost NJ $3.6B, threatening Medicaid, SNAP, and services for vulnerable residents.

New Jersey Advances Bill To Bring Farm-Fresh Food To Schools

A $4.5M NJ bill would help schools buy fresh local food, boosting student nutrition and supporting the state’s farmers and economy.

New Jersey To Launch Digital Driver’s Licenses By 2029 Under New Law

Gov. Murphy signed a law allowing digital ID cards in New Jersey, giving residents the option to access licenses on their phones.

Opinion: To Take Root In Our Cities, New Jersey Must Unite To Expand And Protect Urban Agriculture

NJ advances Bill S4350 to fund urban farming, boost land access, and support food justice efforts in cities like Newark and Trenton.

Bullied Teen’s Suicide Leads N.J. Mom On Quest For Online Youth-Safety Reform

After her daughter’s suicide, a NJ mom leads efforts to hold Big Tech accountable for the mental health harms of social media on kids.