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New Jersey

Two officers wearing Sheriff vests stand with their backs to the camera
Courts & Law

Man fatally shoots wife and her parents before killing himself in Ocean County, N.J.

Police say three children were unharmed and are with the Department of Child Protection and Permanency.

2 weeks ago

Mikie Sherrill speaks
Politics & Policy

N.J. Gov. Mikie Sherrill proposes record $60.7B budget, highlights property tax relief, increased education spending

Sherrill’s first proposed budget also includes funding for connecting children with mental health services.

2 weeks ago

Listen 0:56
Mary Flaherty holds cake slices in the Trenton Area Soup Kitchen
Community

Soup kitchens across New Jersey are serving more patrons as demand rises for products and services

The Trenton Area Soup Kitchen reports more families with children are seeking help.

2 weeks ago

Isaac Geremew, center, an eighth grader
Education

Eighth grader wins South Jersey regional spelling bee, advances to Scripps National Spelling Bee

Isaac Geremew, 13, from William Davies Middle School, will compete at the Scripps National Spelling Bee in Washington, D.C., in May.

3 weeks ago

Listen 1:00
People are walking on the street in front of a large mural depicting a child on a bike with a Palenstinian flag
Community

For U.S. Muslims, immigration crackdown fears, new war worries and anti-Muslim rhetoric cloud Ramadan

Ramadan plans are being disrupted for many in Paterson, New Jersey, one of the highest per-capita Muslim populations in the U.S.

3 weeks ago

New Jersey governor-elect Mikie Sherrill attends a photo opportunity in the governor's office in Trenton, N.J., Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2025.
Politics & Policy

New Jersey faces a multibillion-dollar deficit. Leaders say the state can become more affordable by taking specific steps

Many state and county officials agree that school consolidation, shared services and municipal mergers could significantly cut costs.

3 weeks ago

Listen 1:11
Someone is wearing protective gloves is using tongs to hold up a container that has has frozen embryos in it at a clinic.
Health

New Jersey reproductive and fertility clinics face new regulations for the storage of embryos and eggs

Reproductive medicine and fertility centers are required to meet specific safety standards and apply for state licensure under new rules.

3 weeks ago

Listen 1:21
the door to the Camden County Department of Corrections’ Reentry Release Center
Health

Camden County opens new reentry release center to support people as they leave jail, return to the community

The county’s Reentry Release Center in Camden has peer specialists who connect people to housing, health care and other social services.

3 weeks ago

Listen 1:53
The Philadelphia Orchestra performing
Things To Do
Arts & Entertainment

First Friday fun, Pennsbury Manor’s Charter Day and a special jazz tribute by the Philadelphia Orchestra in this week’s ‘Things to Do’

March 5–8: “The White Chip” in Delaware, Women’s History Month festivities and Robert Glasper in Philly are among this week’s highlights.

3 weeks ago

The north-end beach at Ocean City
Science

Jersey Shore beaches face uncertainty as federal funding delays threaten tourism, storm protections

Severe erosion is threatening the Jersey Shore's 2026 tourism season. Local leaders are looking to federal aid to restore coastlines before Memorial Day.

3 weeks ago

Smoke billows from a building that exploded in Logan Township, New Jersey
Community

4 people in critical condition after explosion at a Logan Township factory, officials say

People across the area reported feeling the explosion at Savita Naturals in Logan Township.

3 weeks ago

Studio 2
Urban Planning

What lower interest rates mean for homebuyers

Mortgage rates dropped below 6% last week for the first time in years, a sign that some economists believe will trigger a more active and competitive housing market.

Air Date: March 3, 2026 12:00 pm

Listen 51:41
People watch as smoke rises on the skyline after an explosion in Tehran, Iran
Politics & Policy

Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware Democrats in Congress decry U.S. attacks on Iran: ‘Americans do not want war’

Democratic Sen. John Fetterman joined Sen. Dave McCormick and other Republicans in praising “Operation Epic Fury," which comes after weeks of tension with Iran.

4 weeks ago

People holding up a large banner that says Resistencia En Acción NJ
Community

A New Jersey immigrant rights group wants local officials to investigate tactics used during an operation at a Trenton auto repair shop

One of the suspects taken into custody by U.S. Marshals Service agents was wanted for assault by auto and other charges.

4 weeks ago

Listen 1:04
Intricate floral designs on display at the flower show
Things To Do
Arts & Entertainment

The Philadelphia Flower Show, Blue Man Group, East Passyunk Restaurant Week and more in this week’s ‘Things To Do’

Feb. 27 - March 2: “Glory Ride” in Delaware, a special presentation at the Philadelphia Film Society and Atlantic City Boat Show in South Jersey are among weekend highlights.

4 weeks ago

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