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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.

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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.

New Jersey Ranks Among Nation’s Least Affordable States For Renters

New Jersey renters must earn nearly $40/hour to afford a two-bedroom apartment, exposing a growing housing crisis and funding shortfalls.

Strategic Republican Delay Of Deepest Service Cuts?

GOP law delays Medicaid and SNAP cuts until after 2026 midterms, sparking concerns over timing and impact.

Republicans Push For Business Sanction On ‘Sanctuary Cities’

A GOP-led bill could force the SBA to shut its Newark office, impacting small businesses across NJ due to sanctuary city policies.