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N.J. lawmakers vexed by questions in Brennan case; Murphy proposes survivor-centered policies
New Jersey lawmakers confront the question of who in the Murphy administration hired the man accused of raping campaign worker Katie Brennan.
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Why social media might hurt Cory Booker’s presidential chances
Cory Booker was once referred to as the senator from Twitter. A Rutgers professor thinks despite his social media savvy that part of the internet may hurt his campaign.
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N.J. Legislature passes $15 minimum wage, Murphy vows to sign it into law
Democratic lawmakers said the state’s current $8.85 minimum was insufficient for survival. But business groups and some in the GOP say it will prove too costly.
5 years ago
Renewed attention on N.J. bill to lift voting ban on people with criminal convictions
Advocates hope a recent endorsement from Gov. Phil Murphy will mean legislation to restore voting rights to New Jersey residents with criminal convictions finally advances.
5 years ago
Murphy administration awards $2 million to boost computer science education
As part of his promise to boost science, tech engineering and math education, N.J. Gov. Phil Murphy devotes $2 million to computer science programs in high schools.
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Issue advocacy groups say N.J. ‘dark money’ bill unfairly targets their private donors
Democratic lawmakers in New Jersey are pushing a bill that would require “dark money” groups that support political candidates or causes to disclose their donors.
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N.J. plan for raising minimum wage to $15 headed for final votes
Most hourly N.J. workers could be earning at least $15 by 2024 under a plan nearing final votes.
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Another top Murphy official denies knowing who hired staffer accused of rape
New Jersey lawmakers are investigating claims by Katie Brennan that she was raped by Alvarez and that her warnings to Gov. Phil Murphy’s top officials were ignored.
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N.J. patients with opioid addiction now qualify for medical marijuana
The news came as a welcome change to officials and advocates trying to expand the state’s medical cannabis program and find innovative ways to battle the opioid crisis.
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Murphy chief counsel says he followed rules in keeping rape allegation from governor
Matt Platkin told N.J. lawmakers he didn't inform Gov. Phil Murphy about the assault claim because he thought Equal Employment Opportunity rules required confidentiality.
5 years ago
Camden officials bristle at Murphy’s critique of N.J. tax incentives
After governor slams lax oversight of the tax break program, saying the money could have been better spent elsewhere, Camden officials point to how it's improved the city.
5 years ago
Listen 3:56Health commissioner roadshow tries to sell N.J. doctors on medical pot
New Jersey officials have been hitting the road to convince medical professionals of the benefits of medical marijuana — and dispel what they say are the myths.
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