Former NJ corrections officer sentenced for killing pedestrian

NJ advocates demand stricter oversight of opioid settlement spending

New legislation would require municipalities to repay improperly spent funds and impose deadlines for using settlement money.

NJ parents, childcare providers tell lawmakers they're struggling

Advocates called for $35 million more in state assistance as legislators debated budget priorities and ways to make childcare more affordable.

New Jersey makes gambling addiction safeguards mandatory

Online betting companies must identify at-risk customers, provide support, and follow a three-stage intervention process or face potential penalties.

NJ LGBTQ+ groups urge governor to restore funding for transgender youth healthcare

Advocates urge Gov. Mikie Sherrill to use state funds to preserve gender-affirming healthcare coverage for transgender youth following federal Medicaid cuts.

New Rutgers research center to study social media's impact on children

The university will receive $500,000 in state funding to examine addictive features, mental health risks, and ways to reduce harmful social media use among young people.