news

sports

entertainment

obituaries

subscribe

November 29, 2023

New Jersey Politics

Subscriber Exclusive

N.J. just got rid of basic skills tests for teachers under a law Murphy signed

New Jersey's largest teachers union supported the move amid teacher shortages, though critics say it could weaken standards for educators.

By Brent Johnson | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

Read more

Subscriber Exclusive

Murphy ‘very open’ to letting you grow your own weed in N.J.

But a bill would need to pass the state Legislature for him to sign it. So far, that hasn't happened.

By Brent Johnson | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

MORE

Subscriber Exclusive

New ramps connecting Route 42, I-295 finally opens after decades of waiting

The $180 million “Missing Moves” project connects I-295 north to Route 42 south, and Route 42 north to I-295 south in Camden County.

By Larry Higgs | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

MORE

Subscriber Exclusive

Mysterious group backing ‘phantom candidates’ in N.J. revealed in new election report

“If there is one rule in politics, it’s that the public is entitled to know where money is coming from that is donated to political organizations and how the money is spent.”

By Derek Hall | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

MORE

Subscriber Exclusive

N.J. Democrats’ big Election Day even more dominant after Republican concedes tight race

An updated result in a South Jersey race means the party has now gained six seats in the state Assembly.

By Brent Johnson | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

MORE

Subscriber Exclusive

N.J. businesses are struggling but there’s reason for hope, new survey shows

"It does appear that last year represented a low water mark that we’re hopefully crawling out from,” N.J. Business and Industry Association President Michele Siekerka said.

By Derek Hall | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

MORE

See more

Unlimited Digital Access

6 months for only $20

c

Subscribe Now

Cancel anytime.

Download Mobile App

Get the latest news and alerts on your phone or tablet