In 2021, NJ passed the 1st state law to limit the use of criminal records in tenant screening. Now, President Biden is close to ending the practice of banning people w/ criminal records from public housing. Cashauna Hill explains why this is so important: nextcity.org/urbanist-news/…

“New Jersey, led by Democratic Governor Phil Murphy, was notable for having the lowest crime rate in the study, at just 16.8 incidents per 100,000 residents. That was significantly lower than the national average of 40 per 100,000 residents. The state also had the second-highest

Tammy and I are heartbroken by the tragic loss of Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau, two proud New Jersey natives making their mark in the hockey world. Our prayers are with the Gaudreau family.

Excited to kick off Labor Day Weekend with the Southern New Jersey Central Labor Council for the annual Peter J. McGuire Scholarship Breakfast and Wreath Laying. This weekend, we honor those who fought for American workers' rights and the union members leading the fight today.

New Jersey is forgiving $100,000,000 in medical debt for almost 50,000 residents. And it cost just $550,000.

Rest in Peace to the legendary Isaac Freeman III, known professionally as Fatman Scoop. An iconic voice on local radio who brought joy and happiness through music. Keeping his family and loved ones in our prayers during this difficult time. 🕊️🙏

In New Jersey, our greatest strength is the grit, talent, and dedication of our state’s workers. This Labor Day, and every day, we are deeply grateful for the generations of New Jerseyans whose hard work and commitment have paved the path to prosperity in the Garden State.

Proud to sign bipartisan legislation today requiring that victims of sexual assault be notified of certain developments concerning the evidence in their cases. We are here to support survivors on every step of their journeys to justice. nj.gov/governor/news/…

Saddened by the passing of Linda Deutsch, a Perth Amboy native and graduate of Monmouth University who covered trials for the The Associated Press for nearly 50 years.   Our thoughts and prayers are with Linda's family, friends, and colleagues during this difficult time.

Tammy & I are praying for all of the families and victims at Apalachee High School in Georgia. This unspeakable tragedy—during the same week that many students are returning to the classroom—is a reminder that Congress must act to protect our children from gun violence. Enough.

is it legal to lie on road signs Secretary Pete Buttigieg ?? asking for a friend.

You’re not even the pizza capital of the tri-state area.

NJ's Mount Laurel Doctrine — requiring towns to allow their fair share of affordable housing — offers a useful model for other US states to build on. In this Newsweek op-ed, Governor Phil Murphy spells out what makes NJ's new affordable housing law so significant: newsweek.com/governor-heres…

Beautiful piece by Adi and Yael Alexander, parents of Tenafly’s Edan Alexander who has been held hostage in Gaza for 334 days. The safe return of every hostage taken by Hamas must remain a top priority. This has gone on for too long. We need an agreement now to reunite these

We’re from the pizza capital of the world, and you’re not. Especially you, Connecticut. Happy National Cheese Pizza Day, New Jersey!