Thousands turn out to pay respects to late Lt. Gov. Sheila Oliver in first of 3-day celebration of life

Thousands, including legislators, Gov. Phil Murphy and mourners poured into the statehouse rotunda Thursday to mourn the late Lt. Gov. Sheila Oliver, whose U.S. flag-draped casket lay in state just over a week since she died.

Security measures in place around US Capitol complex ahead of Trump’s federal court appearance in DC

Tensions are high in the nation's capital Thursday ahead of former President Donald Trump's federal court appearance to answer charges he sought to overturn his 2020 presidential election loss.

New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy leaving Italy vacation early after death of lieutenant governor

New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy is cutting his Italy vacation short and returning to the state after the death this week of Lt. Gov. Sheila Oliver. Murphy's spokesperson says he will leave Italy Thursday morning.

New Jersey governor signs tax break for Orsted's offshore wind farm

New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy has signed a bill giving a tax break to Danish offshore wind developer Orsted for the first of two energy projects it plans to place in the waters off the Jersey Shore.

New Jersey casinos want 10 more years of internet gambling, but NJ may only approve for 2 more

New Jersey’s casinos want to expand the state’s tops-in-the-nation internet gambling market for another 10 years, but state lawmakers may only approve it for an additional two.

Republican Ed Durr and Democrat Dick Codey fend off incumbent challenges in New Jersey primary

Durr will face former Assembly member John Burzichelli, who lost along with Senate President Steve Sweeney in 2021. Codey doesn't have a Republican challenger since none have filed to run in that district.

Dealers with cancer beg for Atlantic City casino smoking ban

Several Atlantic City casino dealers with cancer, and others who fear they may develop it, are asking New Jersey lawmakers to ban smoking in the state's casinos.

NJ Gov. Murphy rebuffs Republican critique over being 'woke' in State of State address

New Jersey Democratic Gov. Phil Murphy invited a national political spotlight in his state of the state address, taking implicit aim at GOP rivals who criticize blue states for being “woke” while also calling for “responsible” government.

NJ governor bans TikTok, other platforms from state devices

New Jersey Democratic Gov. Phil Murphy says his administration is barring certain “high-risk” social media platforms like TikTok on state devices.

New Jersey sets aside $15M for abortion provider upgrades

New Jersey will award $15 million in zero-interest loans and grants to health care facilities that provide abortion services for facility improvements and increased security.

New Jersey lawmakers pass gun carry legislation after ruling

New Jersey lawmakers have given final approval to legislation overhauling rules to get a firearm carry permit after this summer’s U.S. Supreme Court ruling expanded gun rights.

Sen. Bob Menendez faces another federal probe

Democratic U.S. Sen. Bob Menendez of New Jersey is reportedly the subject of a new federal investigation five years after he stood trial for corruption.

New Jersey 2022 Midterms: Everything you need to know before Election Day

Election Day is fast approaching for the 2022 Midterms Elections, and so are some important dates to make sure your vote counts in key races across New Jersey, including all 12 Congressional seats.

Former NJ Gov. Jim Florio dies at 85

Former New Jersey Gov. James Florio, who enthusiastically backed a plan that substantially raised the state's sales and income taxes — a stance that cost him his job — died Sunday. He was 85.

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.

Polls close in New Jersey primary election for state house seats

Voters in New Jersey will head to the polls Tuesday to select candidates for a dozen state House seats in the 2022 primary election.

Murphy names former top counsel to be NJ's attorney general

New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy has named Matt Platkin, his former chief counsel, to be the state’s next attorney general.

Ian Smith, co-owner of Atilis Gym, announces plans to run for Congress

Ian Smith, co-owner of Atilis Gym, has announced plans to run for Congress after his lengthy battle over New Jersey's coronavirus lockdowns made national headlines.