New Jersey
New rule for new drivers in N.J.: What parents need to know about the mandatory requirement
Parents and guardians must now certify their teen driver has logged 50 hours of supervised practice, including 10 hours at night, before they can get a probationary license.
1 year ago
Listen 1:08The average electric bill will increase by at least $20 because of the state’s annual energy auction.
1 year ago
Listen 0:44Feb. 13-16: A Black history concert in Del. and a hometown birthday bash for Pink Sweat$ in Center City are among weekend event highlights.
1 year ago
Listen 5:20More precipitation possible for the Philly region; see snowfall totals
Some parts of New Jersey and Delaware saw upwards of 8 inches of snow.
1 year ago
South Jersey commuters want more reliable public transit, Rutgers researchers say
Researchers surveyed hundreds of public transportation riders about their experiences to help shape future transit infrastructure decisions.
1 year ago
New Jersey doesn’t have enough farmers. A lawmaker wants to change that
Proposed legislation in N.J. would create a program to help beginner farmers pay for equipment and buy land to grow their crops.
1 year ago
Listen 1:05The Council on Compulsive Gambling of New Jersey is suggesting alternative activities to betting on Super Bowl Sunday.
1 year ago
Listen 1:13New Jersey’s GOP gubernatorial debate was not a ‘quiet night’
Four candidates running for the Republican nomination engaged in a spirited debate about the issues facing the Garden State.
1 year ago
New Jersey board declines to award new wind energy contracts
The canceled solicitation for proposals is the latest blow to New Jersey’s offshore wind industry and the planned Atlantic Shores project.
1 year ago
Listen 1:29N.J. Gov. Phil Murphy didn’t actually invite an immigrant to live in his home, spokesperson says
Gov. Phil Murphy's initial comments came up over the weekend while he was speaking at a progressive forum about how his administration could push back against Trump.
1 year ago
American bald eagles are having a moment, ecologically and culturally
New Jersey is the latest state to delist the bald eagle as endangered, and the Philadelphia Eagles are vying for a championship in the Super Bowl this weekend.
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Democratic candidates vying to become the Garden State’s next governor agree that costs must be lowered, immigrants must be protected and government must spend smarter.
1 year ago
New Jersey dentists advocate for fluoridated water as debate over the chemical continues
New Jersey has one of the lowest fluoridation rates in the U.S. Only about 16% of New Jersey residents have fluoridated water, compared to the national average of about 75%.
1 year ago
Listen 1:15Camden schools brace for potential ICE operations
The school district will host an online workshop to teach families about their rights, as the Trump Administration authorizes immigration enforcement at schools.
1 year ago
Shell pauses N.J. offshore wind project as industry faces ‘high level of uncertainty’
The Atlantic Shores wind project was expected to start construction this year. The remaining developer says it’s still committed.
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