Sherrill Keeps Murphy Team in Place as Governor
New Governor Mikie Sherrill retains most of Phil Murphy's cabinet members and staff as she begins her term, signaling continuity in state government.
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LEHR Opens Major Emergency Vehicle Facility in Edison
The 30,000-square-foot upfitting facility creates jobs and strengthens New Jersey's position in the emergency vehicle manufacturing sector.
Murphy Signs Plastic Cutlery Ban Among 100+ Final Bills
Outgoing Governor Phil Murphy signed legislation restricting plastic cutlery along with more than 100 other bills in his final days in office.
Murphy Signs 120+ Bills in Final Days as Governor
Gov. Phil Murphy signed more than 120 bills into law during his final weeks in office, marking the end of his eight-year tenure leading New Jersey.
Assembly Panel Backs $300M Tax Break for Prudential Center
New Jersey Assembly committee approves massive tax subsidy package to fund renovations at Newark arena, home of the Devils hockey team.
Prudential Center Tax Breaks Move Closer to Final Approval
Controversial legislation expanding corporate tax incentives for Newark arena renovation advances despite mounting criticism from taxpayer advocates.
Prudential Center Secures Tax Break in Late-Night Legislative Push
The Newark arena received financial relief as New Jersey lawmakers wrapped up their final voting session with a flurry of last-minute bills Monday night.
Surplus Cash Gives Sherrill Budget Breathing Room
New Jersey's near-record budget surplus provides incoming Governor Mikie Sherrill flexibility, but looming deficits could force tough decisions ahead.
New Jersey Adopts Most Comprehensive Disparate Impact Rules in the Nation
The Division on Civil Rights has adopted landmark rules addressing disparate impact discrimination in employment, housing, and public accommodations.
By Luis Vega
Governor-Elect Mikie Sherrill Assembles Transition Teams to Chart New Jersey's Future
New Jersey's first female Democratic governor is building an ambitious transition apparatus with action teams, a task force, and public engagement.
Senator Andy Kim Forced to Wait at Trenton Hearing in Apparent Snub by Democratic Leadership
U.S. Senator Andy Kim was made to wait during a Trenton committee hearing in what appeared to be a calculated move by Senate President Nicholas Scutari.
Murphy Submits Nearly 100 Nominations to State Boards as Term Winds Down
In what may be his largest batch of nominations, the outgoing governor moves to place allies in positions that will outlast his administration.
InsiderNJ 100 Power List Signals Start of Sherrill Era in Trenton
The annual power rankings reflect a state in transition, with influence shifting from Murphy's orbit to Sherrill's inner circle.
Mikie Sherrill Wins New Jersey Governor's Race in Historic Landslide
Democrat Mikie Sherrill defeats Jack Ciattarelli to become New Jersey's first female Democratic governor and first female veteran governor.
Sherrill and Ciattarelli Make Final Push as New Jersey Governor's Race Enters Final Days
With Election Day just three days away, Mikie Sherrill and Jack Ciattarelli crisscross New Jersey in a race that could make history.