About 40% of New Jerseyans will “probably” or “definitely” not get vaccinated against COVID-19 despite surging caseloads across the nation, according to the latest Rutgers-Eagleton
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New Jersey Joins California in Allowing Financial Compensation for College Athletes
The New Jersey Fair Play Act, allowing college athletes to receive financial compensation for the use of their name, image or likeness, is now law in the Garden State.
North Jersey News Roundup for Sept. 10, 2020
An Emerson College Poll finds former Vice President Joe Biden expanding his lead in the Garden State, while Sen. Cory Booker appears ready to cruise to an easy re-election in November
New Jersey Treasury Reports Property Tax Collections On Track
Despite the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, recent tax payments are on track with expectations set by the state Department of Treasury.
North Jersey News Roundup for Aug. 21, 2020
A dozen New Jersey counties that didn’t previously qualify for federal monies to fight the coronavirus pandemic will share $37 million in aid, announced Gov. Phil Murphy and Rep. Josh Gottheimer.
North Jersey News Roundup for July 28, 2020
With oversized house parties causing coronavirus flare ups around New Jersey, state officials pleaded with parents and young adults to follow COVID-19 protocols.
New Jersey Officials Concerned About COVID-19 Flares Ups From House Gatherings
With outbreaks and oversized house parties causing coronavirus flare ups around New Jersey, state officials pleaded with parents and young adults to follow COVID-19 protocols.
Trump Administration Withdraws New Schooling Directive In Face Of New Jersey-Backed Lawsuit
The Trump Administration has rescinded its Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) directive requiring international students visas holders to take most of their classes in-person this fall.
North Jersey News Roundup for July 7, 2020
The rate at which COVID-19 spreads from one person to another in New Jersey rose above 1.0. The rise will delay any plans for state officials had for another wave of reopenings anytime soon.
North Jersey News Roundup for June 22, 2020
New Jersey ranks as one of the top states in the nation with the ability to contain COVID-19.
North Jersey News Roundup for June 18, 2020
State officials gave an overview of what higher learning institutions will need to do to open this summer and fall in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic.
New Jersey Adopts Strict Standards For Drinking Water
The state Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) recently added perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) and perfluorooctane sulfonic acid (PFOS) to New Jersey’s list of hazardous substances, set maximum advisory limits and required water utilities to start testing for both chemicals.
North Jersey News Roundup for June 8, 2020
State officials are worried about a potential spike in COVID-19 cases in New Jersey due to protests and marches over the death of George Floyd.
North Jersey News Roundup for June 4, 2020
New Jersey’s Department of Health released the rules for outdoor dining in the state starting June 15.