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Murphy’s plan to grow New Jersey’s medical marijuana industry met with criticism
New Jersey’s governor is moving ahead without the Legislature to expand the medical marijuana program.
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New Jersey hotel workers could soon carry panic buttons
Responding to an assault, New Jersey state lawmakers are considering panic buttons for hotel workers.
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New Jersey’s medical marijuana program expansion plan advances
After failing to approve recreational marijuana sales, New Jersey will now greatly expand its medical marijuana program.
6 years ago
New Jersey sues Sackler family over ‘deceptive’ opioid marketing
New Jersey has filed a civil lawsuit against the Sackler family, which controls the opioid manufacturer Purdue Pharma.
6 years ago
N.J. primary provides another opportunity to test new voting machines
Gloucester County in New Jersey is the latest in the state to adopt voting machines that provide a paper trail.
6 years ago
N.J. Gov. Murphy promises continued fight against gun violence amid spate of shootings
Many of New Jersey’s top political leaders met Tuesday to find solutions to reduce crime.
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N.J. wants more cops trained to spot stoned drivers. Critics question the science behind methods
Hundreds of police officers in New Jersey are trained to recognize signs of driving under the influence of drugs. But some question whether their assessments are scientific.
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Lawsuit: N.J. State Police Academy instructor sexually harassed female cadet
A former police cadet says she was constantly harassed at New Jersey State Police Academy.
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N.J. takes steps to reduce its high rates of maternal, infant mortality
New Jersey will make it easier for women to access doulas, who offer can offer guidance and support during deliveries.
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N.J. to issue Real IDs next month as federal deadline looms
New Jersey will begin issuing the federally approved Real ID cards in June. Airlines will require the new type of identification by October 2020.
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N.J. may be first state to require opioid labels warning of addiction risk
N.J. lawmakers are considering a mandate that prescription opioids carry a warning of addiction. It’s the latest effort by the state to contain an epidemic of fatal overdoses.
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Murphy task force continues questioning Christie-era tax break programs in N.J.
Task force probing N.J. use of tax incentives to keep companies in the state focuses on application submitted by a company owned by South Jersey powerbroker George Norcross.
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