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February 28, 2023

New Jersey Politics

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Here’s how much N.J. residents lost to fraud last year. It’s a lot more than 2021.

The Federal Trade Commission reported American consumers lost almost $8.8 billion to fraud in 2022.

By Jonathan D. Salant | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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59 N.J. landlords warned for alleged discrimination against applicants with criminal records

Since a landmark law went into effect last year, the state has resolved issues with 62 landlords, authorities said.

By Steven Rodas | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Some N.J. municipal council meetings are still virtual. Residents are asking why.

“We don’t feel safe ... going back into the chambers and having people come in for the meetings," said one councilwoman, citing ongoing COVID concerns.

By Camille Furst | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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N.J. lawmaker who just switched parties now says he’ll retire instead of seeking re-election

State Sen. Samuel Thompson is New Jersey's oldest sitting lawmaker.

By Brent Johnson | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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We made 150 calls to 5 essential N.J. helplines. Here’s who did — and didn’t — answer the phone.

Many residents say it's impossible to get through. In some cases, they're right.

By Karin Price Mueller | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Dead humpback whale floating in shipping channel off N.J.-N.Y. coast, authorities say

It comes as ten dead whales have washed up on beaches in New York and New Jersey since Dec. 5.

By Steven Rodas | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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