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Growth of recreational cannabis market slowed in first quarter of 2024
Recreational cannabis sales grew by 4.4% in the first quarter of 2024, half the rate of growth seen during the prior quarter.
Governor Murphy backs jury service for those with felony convictions
New Jersey's prohibition on jury service for those with felony convictions is among the strictest in the nation.
Elections watchdog asks for Daniel’s Law tweaks, more time to investigate
The New Jersey Election Law Enforcement Commission said Daniel's Law forces it to violate its own enabling legislation.
State opens fourth round of offshore wind bidding
The N.J. Board of Public Utilities unanimously approved a solicitation for between 1,200 and 4,000 megawatts in offshore wind capacity.
State, casinos, unions ask judge to dismiss workers’ smoking carveout lawsuit
Attorneys for the state, the casino industry, and a bevy of building trades argued gambling houses should keep their smoking carveout.
As U.S. Rep. Mikie Sherrill eyes fourth term, three Republicans hope to take her on
Sherrill’s campaign calls front-runner Joseph Belnome a “MAGA extremist.” Belnome says Sherrill was too soft on Black Lives Matter protesters.
Passaic officer accuses bosses of nixing promotion for politics
Sheriff's officer Nicole Staso said her promotion to detective was pulled because of fears it could impact Thomas Adamo's campaign.
Workers will soon pay more for temporary disability, family leave benefits
The state fund that pays out temporary disability and family leave insurance benefits faces a $442 million shortfall.
Federal appeals court upholds order barring county-line ballots
The Third Circuit panel finds the county line is likely unconstitutional, affirming a lower court decision that upended New Jersey politics.
Bashaw, Kim hold steep fundraising edge in race to succeed Sen. Menendez
U.S. Senate candidates Rep. Andy Kim (D-03) and Republican Curtis Bashaw raised far more than their opponents in their respective primaries.
Assembly approves bill to help school districts facing state aid cuts
The bill would allow school districts to hike tax levies by up to 9.9% and create a $71.4 million grant program for districts facing cuts.
Atlantic City mayor, schools chief accused of abusing their daughter
Authorities accuse Mayor Marty Small of beating his daughter with a broom so severely she fell unconscious.