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November 16, 2021

New Jersey Politics

Health

With suicide the 2nd most common cause of death among students, N.J. lawmakers want colleges to do more

The bill would require colleges to outline treatment services to incoming students and create a student peer support program, among other services.

By Susan K. Livio | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Opinion

Ciattarelli is right: N.J.’s elections need a fix | Editorial

You can't count 550,000 mail-in ballots in one day. Especially if they have six days to arrive.

By Star-Ledger Editorial Board

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Politics

N.J. Senate President Sweeney lost his seat in a shocker. Will he run for governor in 4 years?

State Senate President Stephen Sweeney has been considered a possible 2025 candidate for governor.

By Brent Johnson | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Education

Kids who speak limited English are ‘invisible’ in N.J. schools, report says. Here’s what needs to change.

Using Google Translate isn't an effective way for school districts to educate students who don't speak English, says a new report calling for a major overhaul of the bilingual education system.

By Kelly Heyboer | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Coronavirus

N.J. likely to expand, simplify COVID vaccine booster eligibility soon, Murphy says

New York City on Monday expanded eligibility to anyone 18 and older, ditching other age, job and medical condition qualifiers that have caused confusion.

By Brent Johnson | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com and Matt Arco | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Politics

Biden signs infrastructure bill with billions for N.J. roads and funding for Gateway Tunnel

The bipartisan infrastructure legislation includes at least $13.5 billion for New Jersey, according to the White House.

By Jonathan D. Salant | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com and Larry Higgs | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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