Rutgers University strike halted as university, labor unions reach framework agreement
New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy says classes will be back in session thanks to a framework agreement between Rutgers University's administration and labor union representatives.
New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy says classes will be back in session thanks to a framework agreement between Rutgers University's administration and labor union representatives.
$300M NJ statehouse renovation wraps up as governor moves in
New Jersey's statehouse building, part of which dates to the 1700s and was called a fire trap, is once again open after a renovation spanning almost six years and nearly $300 million in taxpayer money.
New Jersey's statehouse building, part of which dates to the 1700s and was called a fire trap, is once again open after a renovation spanning almost six years and nearly $300 million in taxpayer money.
Murphy unveils $53.1B budget, renewing property tax rebates
New Jersey Democratic Gov. Phil Murphy has unveiled a $53.1 billion budget for fiscal year 2024. That's about 5% more than this year's spending plan.
New Jersey Democratic Gov. Phil Murphy has unveiled a $53.1 billion budget for fiscal year 2024. That's about 5% more than this year's spending plan.
Murphy says New Jersey will expand AP Black history classes
Democratic Gov. Phil Murphy said Tuesday that his administration is expanding Advanced Placement African American Studies courses next year from one school to 26 in New Jersey after Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis blocked the course from being taught in public schools in Florida.
Democratic Gov. Phil Murphy said Tuesday that his administration is expanding Advanced Placement African American Studies courses next year from one school to 26 in New Jersey after Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis blocked the course from being taught in public schools in Florida.
Gov Murphy signs NJ law which permits certain types of birth control without prescription
There are no residency requirements under the new law, so New Jersey pharmacists could dispense the contraceptives regardless of where a person lives, the governor said.
There are no residency requirements under the new law, so New Jersey pharmacists could dispense the contraceptives regardless of where a person lives, the governor said.
Atlantic City hopes millions in state money will help rebuild reputation
Atlantic City Mayor Marty Small said he will dedicate millions of state money to placing hundreds of crime cameras throughout the troubled shore town.
Atlantic City Mayor Marty Small said he will dedicate millions of state money to placing hundreds of crime cameras throughout the troubled shore town.
Camden police believe New Jersey's new gun laws will help curb violent crimes
New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy this week signed seven new bills into law aimed at curtailing gun violence, including legislation to allow the state attorney general to pursue lawsuits against the firearm industry.
New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy this week signed seven new bills into law aimed at curtailing gun violence, including legislation to allow the state attorney general to pursue lawsuits against the firearm industry.
Governor Phil Murphy signs 7 new bills aimed at tightening gun laws in New Jersey
New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy has signed seven new bills into law aimed at curtailing gun violence, including legislation to allow the state attorney general to pursue lawsuits against the firearm industry.
New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy has signed seven new bills into law aimed at curtailing gun violence, including legislation to allow the state attorney general to pursue lawsuits against the firearm industry.
NJ Governor Phil Murphy signs gun control bills into law
Governor Phil Murphy signed seven new gun control bills into law. FOX 29's Shaynah Ferreira has the latest details.
Governor Phil Murphy signed seven new gun control bills into law. FOX 29's Shaynah Ferreira has the latest details.
NJ governor Phil Murphy, leaders agree on $2B in property tax relief
The agreement has grown to twice the size of the initial proposal Murphy put forward in March.
The agreement has grown to twice the size of the initial proposal Murphy put forward in March.
Texas School Shooting: Delaware Valley leaders react to deadly elementary school shooting
Delaware Valley leaders shared reactions to the tragic Texas elementary school shooting where police say at least 21 people, including 19 students, were killed.
Delaware Valley leaders shared reactions to the tragic Texas elementary school shooting where police say at least 21 people, including 19 students, were killed.
New Jersey to begin recreational marijuana sales next week, governor says
New Jersey residents over 21-years-old will be allowed to purchase recreational marijuana in the Garden State next week, according to Governor Phil Murphy.
New Jersey residents over 21-years-old will be allowed to purchase recreational marijuana in the Garden State next week, according to Governor Phil Murphy.
NJ state bird is now the middle finger, governor says
Gov. Phil Murphy signed an executive order on Friday changing one of the state's symbols to "reflect New Jersey's culture and values" — the state bird is now the middle finger.
Gov. Phil Murphy signed an executive order on Friday changing one of the state's symbols to "reflect New Jersey's culture and values" — the state bird is now the middle finger.
New Jersey Gov. Murphy 'feeling well' after testing positive for COVID-19
New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy is “asymptomatic and feeling well” after testing positive for COVID-19, his staff says.
New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy is “asymptomatic and feeling well” after testing positive for COVID-19, his staff says.
New Jersey 'closely watching' global COVID rise, no plans to reimpose mandates
New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy said his office is "closely watching" a global rise in COVID-19 infections that they anticipate will eventually cause an uptick in New Jersey's numbers.
New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy said his office is "closely watching" a global rise in COVID-19 infections that they anticipate will eventually cause an uptick in New Jersey's numbers.
Mask Mandate: Philadelphia and N.J. schools move to make masks optional
This school week will feel a lot more normal for many students and staff across the region as New Jersey and Philadelphia schools move to make masks for students optional.
This school week will feel a lot more normal for many students and staff across the region as New Jersey and Philadelphia schools move to make masks for students optional.
NJ 4th grade student takes her plea against mask mandates to Gov. Phil Murphy: 'I am only a kid once'
Elementary school student Maci Young declined to wear a mask and was sent home — now, she tells the governor: 'I don't want to wear the mask anymore.'
Elementary school student Maci Young declined to wear a mask and was sent home — now, she tells the governor: 'I don't want to wear the mask anymore.'
Gov. Murphy: New Jersey's COVID-19 numbers 'dramatically' improving
New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy says the state's COVID-19 numbers have dramatically improved.
New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy says the state's COVID-19 numbers have dramatically improved.
Murphy sworn in for 2nd term as New Jersey governor
New Jersey Democratic Gov. Phil Murphy has been inaugurated for a second term, taking the oath of office under strict COVID-19 testing, vaccination and masking requirements that his administration established.
New Jersey Democratic Gov. Phil Murphy has been inaugurated for a second term, taking the oath of office under strict COVID-19 testing, vaccination and masking requirements that his administration established.
Murphy balances omicron spread with moving ahead in second term
New Jersey Democratic Gov. Phil Murphy delivered his fourth state of the state address, saying he would declare a public health emergency again in light of COVID-19's omicron variant.
New Jersey Democratic Gov. Phil Murphy delivered his fourth state of the state address, saying he would declare a public health emergency again in light of COVID-19's omicron variant.