New Jersey

New Jersey’s temperatures are rising at a faster rate than many other states. The state is offering grants to communities to prepare for climate change–related heat waves.

The 2-1 ruling means the private prison firm CoreCivic Corp. can continue to operate the Elizabeth Detention Center.

Habba initially appeared to lose the position Tuesday when district judges declined to keep her in the post while she awaits confirmation by the U.S. Senate.

Residents are concerned the library will move from its longtime location to a smaller space. The mayor says there are no plans to relocate the community hub.

This case follows ongoing national debates and legal battles over transgender athletes' participation in women's sports.

Officials say the new partnership with local nonprofits will look to address federal funding cuts for food assistance programs passed in the “big, beautiful bill.”

New Jersey congressional Democrats are condemning the move, calling it “unacceptable and shameful.”

While felines flourish, large dogs are facing longer stays and rising surrender rates.

Police say a lightning strike at an archery range in New Jersey killed a man and injured 13 others.

July 14–20: “O Lo Que Quieras” in Delaware, Cyndi Lauper in Philly and Michael Franti & Spearhead in South Jersey are among weekend event highlights.

The frozen funds represent 12.7% of total federal funding the state receives annually, which pays for a variety of school programs.

The heavy rains also caused flash floods in New York and south-central Pennsylvania on Monday night into early Tuesday, prompting road closures.

A state of emergency was declared in New Jersey. The governor urged residents to stay indoors and avoid unnecessary travel.

The state’s latest proposal would require new buildings in coastal flood zones be elevated an additional 4 feet, rather than 5 feet.

The first phase of the rollout will temporarily close specific stations from midnight to 4:30 a.m.