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Statewide tracking of rape kits now required by law in New Jersey

Sexual assault victims in New Jersey should be able to track their rape kits through the criminal justice system by …


NATION

Trump keeps 'Day One' promise to squash offshore wind

The Executive Order calls for the temporary withdrawal of offshore wind leases.

Snow, freezing temps to combine for 'dangerously cold conditions'

Frigid weather will linger through most of next week, according to the stormy forecast.

STATE

New law creates panel to reduce traffic deaths to zero in 15 years

The 13-member commission is tasked with adopting strategies to improve roadway and sidewalk safety for pedestrians, cyclists and others traveling …

ENVIRONMENTAL

Governor removes bald eagle, osprey from Endangered Species List

The bald eagle population has recovered over the last 40 years.

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Allies of convicted ex-Sen. Bob Menendez urge judge to be lenient in sentencing

A sentencing submission filed with the court Thursday featured testimonials from roughly 120 individuals ranging from members of his family …

STATE

Minimum wage for most New Jersey workers rises to $15.49

The roughly 2 percent increase to the minimum wage comes after years of sharper increases that raised New Jersey’s minimum …

STATE

New year brings toll hikes, fare increases

Driving throughout New Jersey and into New York is going to cost more as the new year starts, with tolls …

HEALTH

State issues protection guidance for pregnant, lactating workers

The law requires most employers in New Jersey to make reasonable accommodations for pregnant, postpartum, breastfeeding, or lactating employees

GOVERNMENT

Van Drew slams White House for 'brushing off' drone sightings

He accuses a national security spokesman of standing before the American people 'red-faced and sputtering excuses.'

STATE

Judge rejects Bob Menendez’s bid to overturn his corruption conviction

The federal judge who presided over former Sen. Bob Menendez’s bribery trial has denied a bid he made soon after …

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Corrections officer pleads guilty to prison beating over breakfast leftovers

Darrell Smith, 50, died several days after the 2019 assault, but the officer was not charged in the death.

CRIME-COURTS

Charges: Bridgeton men forced women into sex with hundreds at 'Latin American brothel'

Three women were recovered when a search warrant was served at the undisclosed location Sept. 20, indicating to investigators that …

STATE

Governor signs outdoor dining legislation

The new law makes permanent permissions to serve alcohol outdoors. Establishments will still have to get municipal approval.

STATE

South Jersey Gas says help is available for winter energy bills

Several federal and state programs can assist with the cost of home heating this winter.

STATE

Social justice groups seek quicker closure of juvenile lockups

Social justice groups want Gov. Phil Murphy and Attorney General Matt Platkin to expedite the closure of long-troubled juvenile jails …

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Barnegat woman wins $1 million in Powerball

Stacey Fiore matched the five numbers but not the Powerball, meaning the jackpot now will be around $130 million.

PUBLIC SAFETY

As fatal crashes climb, law enforcement calls for driver vigilance

Egg Harbor Township has had 11 fatal crashes this year.

ANCHOR tax benefit deadline is Dec. 6

The deadline to apply was extended to Dec. 6 from Nov. 30.

STATE

Offshore wind not a high priority for state voters, Hughes Center poll finds

The results of the poll come a week before hundreds of stakeholders are set to attend the Offshore Wind Conference …

STATE

Polistina bill would make outdoor liquor service permanent

Outdoor dining has become a popular option for diners in shore towns.