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Federal Crackdown in NJ: Four Charged with Illegal Voting in Presidential Elections

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New Jersey Election Integrity: Four Residents Charged with Illegal Voting and Citizenship Fraud

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Trenton NJ, Federal authorities in Newark have officially cracked down on a string of election-related crimes, charging four New Jersey residents for allegedly casting illegal ballots in federal elections. The charges, announced by U.S. Attorney Robert Frazer on Friday, May 1, 2026, follow a year-long investigation into noncitizen voting and naturalization fraud.

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$150 Train Tickets? GOP Lawmakers Demand Answers on “Hidden” World Cup Costs at MetLife Stadium

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Taxpayer Scorecard: GOP Lawmakers Demand Transparency Over Soaring World Cup Costs at MetLife

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East Rutherford NJ, As New Jersey prepares to take center stage for the FIFA World Cup 2026, a new political firestorm is brewing in Trenton. Republican members of the Senate and Assembly Budget Committees have issued an urgent call for joint hearings, demanding clear answers on exactly how much the “beautiful game” will cost Garden State taxpayers.

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New Jersey’s $60.7B Budget Bombshell: Gov. Sherrill Under Fire for Senior Tax Credit Cuts

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New Governor, Same Old Taxes? GOP Slams Gov. Sherrill’s $60.7B “Irresponsible” Budget

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Trenton NJ, Is New Jersey becoming even more unaffordable? Despite a change in leadership, Republican lawmakers say the state’s fiscal trajectory remains stuck on “autopilot”—and the destination is higher taxes.

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NJ State Trooper Saves Abandoned Bear Cub on I-78

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NJ State Trooper Rescues Lone Bear Cub

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Perryville Station , It’s not every day that a highway patrol turns into a wildlife rescue mission, but for the New Jersey State Police, “expecting the unexpected” is just part of the job.

On the afternoon of April 1, 2026, troopers from the Troop “B” Perryville Station received a call that was certainly no April Fools’ prank. A tiny, lone bear cub had been spotted in a roadside ditch along the busy I-78 East near milepost 12.2 in Union Township.

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Why Your NJ Property Taxes Might Spike While the NJ Devils Get a $300M Break

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Billionaire Tax Breaks vs. NJ Classrooms: The Brewing Battle Over ‘The Rock’ and School Aid

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Trenton NJ, Is New Jersey prioritizing pro sports over its students? A growing controversy in Trenton has taxpayers and parents questioning the state’s values as a massive $300 million tax subsidy for the Newark Prudential Center (home of the NJ Devils) hits the books, while suburban school districts like Toms River and Brick face millions in funding gaps.

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The Return of Nuclear? Why New Jersey is Betting Big on “Advanced Reactors” to Lower Bills

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Nuclear Renaissance in New Jersey? Assembly Advances Key Bill to Boost Grid and Lower Energy Costs

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Trenton NJ, As New Jersey grapples with a surging demand for electricity and a strained regional grid, state lawmakers are looking toward the atom to secure the future.

The Assembly Telecommunications and Utilities Committee recently moved Bill A4528 forward—a pivotal piece of legislation that could pave the way for a new generation of nuclear energy in the Garden State. Sponsored by Assemblymen Cody Miller, Wayne P. DeAngelo, and Jerry Walker, the bill aims to modernize how New Jersey reviews and permits nuclear facilities to meet 21st-century needs.

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The “Sussex 32”: How Investigators Found the Suspects Behind Abandoned Dog Crisis

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Justice for the Sussex 32: Massive Animal Cruelty Case Ends in Arrests

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SUSSEX COUNTY, NJ — A heartbreaking case of animal abandonment that shocked Northern New Jersey has led to criminal charges against three individuals. Following an intensive investigation into dozens of dogs left in crates across several townships, the New Jersey State Police and the Sussex County Prosecutor’s Office have confirmed that three Phillipsburg residents are now in custody.

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The ‘Jersey Exit’ Continues: Another Iconic Brand Flees for Better Incentives

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The ‘Joe Tea’ Exit: Why Another Iconic Jersey Brand is Swapping Montclair for Pennsylvania

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Trenton NJ, New Jersey just lost a little more of its flavor. Joe Tea, the homegrown brand that started on the streets of Hoboken and the boardwalks of the Jersey Shore, is officially packing up its headquarters.

The company—famous for its “Two Little Guys” logo and global distribution—is moving its base of operations from Montclair, NJ, to Bensalem, PA. This departure isn’t just a change of scenery; it’s a calculated financial move fueled by massive incentives from the Keystone State.

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The ANCHOR Program On The Chopping Block

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Is Your Property Tax Relief Vanishing? New Stay NJ Cuts for 2026 Explained

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Trenton NJ, New Jersey homeowners are facing a major shift in property tax relief. As Governor Mikie Sherrill tackles a looming $1.7 billion structural deficit, the Stay NJ program—once promised as a massive windfall for seniors—is undergoing a significant “trimming.”

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Will Your Groceries Cost More? Why NJ is Taxing Big Retailers for Employee Healthcare

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Corporate Responsibility or Tax Trap? Gov. Sherrill’s Plan to Fine Companies for Workers on Medicaid

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TRENTON, NJ — Governor Mikie Sherrill is taking aim at retail giants and big-box corporations in her first major budget move as New Jersey’s leader. In a $60.7 billion budget proposal unveiled this week, the Governor introduced a plan that would fine large companies whose employees rely on taxpayer-funded Medicaid for health insurance.

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NJ Budget Battle: Why Republicans Say Gov. Sherrill’s New Spending Plan Fails Seniors

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NJ Budget : GOP Slams Governor Sherrill’s $60.7B Plan as “More of the Same”

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Trenton NJ, the honeymoon phase for New Jersey’s new administration may be over before it truly began. On Tuesday, Governor Mikie Sherrill unveiled her inaugural state spending plan—a record-breaking $60.7 billion budget for fiscal year 2027. While Sherrill framed the proposal as a path toward affordability, Republican leaders were quick to pull the alarm, labeling the plan a “tax-and-spend” continuation of the previous eight years.

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Ethics Complaint Filed Against NJ Governor Over “Report ICE” Portal

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Ethics Complaint Filed Against Gov. Sherrill Over Controversial “Report ICE” Portal

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Trenton NJ, A significant legal and political firestorm is brewing in New Jersey. Governor Mikie Sherrill is facing a formal ethics complaint, with critics alleging that her administration’s initiative to track federal immigration enforcement agents crosses the line from political posturing into potential obstruction of justice.

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Undue Influence: Lobbyist footed Phil Murphy’s staff travel bill abroad

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The Travel Controversy: Public vs. Private Funding

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Trenton NJ, the core of the recent debate centers on travel. During Phil Murphy’s two terms as governor, Choose New Jersey sponsored 11 international economic development trips. While the non-profit footed the bill for the governor’s expenses, New Jersey taxpayers were responsible for the costs associated with his entourage, including security teams and staff.

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The DCF Bribery Scandal: How a Trenton IT Worker Allegedly Leaked Sensitive Case Data

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Bribes for Secrets: Former DCF Worker Indicted in Confidential Data Leak Scandal

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Trenton NJ,  The sanctity of child protective services has been shaken following a major indictment in Trenton. A former Department of Children and Families (DCF) employee is facing serious prison time after allegedly selling confidential case files for cold hard cash

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New Study Ranks New Jersey Property Taxes Dead Last for Affordability in 2026

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The Cost of Garden State Living: New Jersey Ranks 5th Highest for Tax Burden in 2026

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Trenton NJ, As Tax Day approaches, New Jersey residents are facing a familiar, albeit painful, reality. According to the WalletHub 2026 Taxpayer Survey, the Garden State has officially maintained its reputation as one of the most expensive places to live in America, ranking 47th overall for effective state and local tax rates.

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