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Politics & Policy

New Jersey activists push lawmakers to make fossil fuel companies pay for climate damage

The proposal would require the state’s fossil fuel companies to pay $50 billion for their greenhouse gas contributions.

1 week ago

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Things To Do
Arts & Entertainment

Philly’s first autumn weekend is packed with festivals, haunted house openings and Willie Nelson in this week’s ‘Things to Do’

Sept. 24–27: Horror Fest Film Festival in Delaware, Puerto Rican Day Parade in Philly and Gorillaz in South Jersey are among weekend event highlights.

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Side-by-side photos of U.S. Rep. Tom Kean Jr., of New Jersey's 7th Congressional District, and Democratic challenger Rebecca Bennett
Politics & Policy

New Jersey election 2026: What to know about the 7th Congressional District race between Tom Kean Jr. and Rebecca Bennett

The district covers all of Warren and Hunterdon counties, plus parts of Morris, Somerset, Sussex and Union counties.

1 week ago

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Weather

Gusty winds, dangerous waves, flooding expected along New Jersey, Delaware coast

A powerful nor’easter is expected to push strong winds and high surf along the coast.

1 week ago

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Science

Vineland data center fined more than $1 million for operating natural gas generators without a permit

Vineland residents have pushed back against the data center, citing noise and air pollution.

1 week ago

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Sen. Cory Booker, D-N.J., speaks at the National Action Network Convention in New York on April 11, 2026.
Politics & Policy

New Jersey election 2026: Cory Booker faces 3 challengers in U.S. Senate race. Here’s what to know

The incumbent Democrat is being challenged by Republican Justin Murphy, independent Veronica Fernandez and Socialist Workers Party candidate Joanne Kuniansky.

2 weeks ago

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Politics & Policy

New Jersey election 2026: What to know about the 2nd Congressional District race

Two challengers — Democrat Zack Mullock and independent candidate Ramon Mora Jr. — aim to block a fifth term for Republican Jeff Van Drew.

2 weeks ago

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Money

Burlington’s headquarters move to Philadelphia puts spotlight on New Jersey’s difficult business climate, experts say

Gov. Mikie Sherrill has defended her growth strategy, but advocates say the state must do more to boost competitiveness.

2 weeks ago

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Things To Do
Arts & Entertainment

Philly Fashion Week, Hispanic Heritage Month celebrations, Boyz II Men, Montco Jazz Festival and more in this week’s ‘Things to Do’

Sept. 17–20: Amy Winehouse tribute in Delaware, Making Time ∞ Festival in Philly and XPoNential Music Festival in South Jersey are among weekend event highlights.

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File photo: Alec Baldwin poses in the press room with the award for outstanding supporting actor in a comedy series for ''Saturday Night Live'' at the 69th Primetime Emmy Awards in Los Angeles on Sept. 17, 2017
Arts & Entertainment

Alec Baldwin to discuss how classical music helped him heal at Princeton University Concerts event

The Emmy winner will reflect on how classical music has shaped his life and creative process at a Princeton University Concerts event.

2 weeks ago

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Side-by-side headshots of U.S. Rep. Chris Smith, of New Jersey's 4th Congressional District, and Democratic challenger Rachel Peace
Politics & Policy

New Jersey election 2026: What to know about the 4th Congressional District race between U.S. Rep. Chris Smith and Rachel Peace

The 4th District covers parts of Monmouth and Ocean counties.

2 weeks ago

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Education

Citing ethics investigation, Rutgers-Newark faculty members call for removal of Dean Mattis

The letter calling for the removal of Jacqueline Mattis comes as a former judge investigates an ethics complaint against the Newark dean.

2 weeks ago

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Side-by-side photos of U.S. Rep. Donald Norcross, NJ-01, and Damon Galdo
Politics & Policy

New Jersey election 2026: What to know about the 1st Congressional District race between Donald Norcross and Damon Galdo

Galdo, the Republican challenger, is trying to thwart a seventh term for Norcross, the Democratic incumbent.

2 weeks ago

U.S. Rep. Donald Norcross promotes his bill at EMR in Camden
Politics & Policy

U.S. Rep. Norcross promotes lithium-ion battery incentive bill at EMR as solution to fires

The bill would create a tax credit to help recycling companies buy battery detectors, tax battery makers and create a recycling program.

3 weeks ago

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Urban Planning

Report: Amtrak has little to do with NJ Transit’s reliability

The nonpartisan Garden State Initiative found that NJ Transit’s reliability has more to do with asset management.

3 weeks ago

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