Sweeney releases framework to restore COLA - New Jersey Globe
Sep 25, 2024 · Democratic gubernatorial candidate Steve Sweeney on Wednesday came out in favor of cost-of-living adjustments for public employees, more than a decade after gutting the adjustments as New Jersey reeled from the Great Recession.
Mikie Sherrill wins re-election, teeing up likely 2025 campaign
4 days ago · Rep. Mikie Sherrill (D-Montclair) has defeated Republican Joe Belnome to win a fourth term in the 11th congressional district, the New Jersey Globe projects, though Sherrill might not end up serving out that full term if her prospective gubernatorial campaign goes as well as …
Star-Ledger will stop print editions in 2025 - New Jersey Globe
Oct 30, 2024 · The Star-Ledger, New Jersey’s largest newspaper, will stop printing newspapers on January 30, 2025, and move to an entirely online format. The move will also affect the Trenton Times, the South Jersey Times, and the weekly Hunterdon County Democrat.
Embattled N.J. public corruption unit acts tough, but can they win …
1 day ago · Interviews with more than two dozen defense attorneys, judges, prosecutors, whistleblowers, and lawmakers show a growing concern that the state Office of Public Integrity & Accountability has become a paper tiger, with a noticeable inability to close cases – some allegations remain unresolved for years — and accusations of prosecutorial misconduct without checks and balances.
New Jersey Globe - Political News
3 days ago · The New Jersey Globe is an independent, professional news site chronicling the world of politics in New Jersey. Authoritative, comprehensive coverage of the people, policies and pageantry of the state.
New draft bill codifies office block ballots, right to associate; other ...
Dec 11, 2024 · A new draft of the ballot design legislation obtained by the New Jersey Globe provides office block ballots, protects candidates’ right to associate by using common slogans, and permits candidates running for the same office to be grouped together.
Clark mayor to resign as part of plea deal - New Jersey Globe
5 days ago · Clark mayor to resign as part of plea deal. Sal Bonaccorso was charged with using town property to run his landscaping business. By Zach Blackburn and David Wildstein, November 19 2024 7:34 pm
State Police superintendent suggests defamation charges against ...
3 days ago · New Jersey Superintendent of Police Patrick Callahan issued a statement today repeating a zero-tolerance policy on discrimination but then suggesting that informants could face defamation charges if their information is found to be wrong.
It looks like the 2025 primary will be moved to June 10
Dec 12, 2024 · There appears to be a consensus between legislative leaders and the governor’s office to move the primary election to June 10 to avoid disenfranchising voters who observe the Jewish holiday of Shavuot, sources with direct knowledge of …
Clark mayor wins easily despite criminal charges
Nov 6, 2024 · Clark Mayor Sal Bonaccorso, facing state corruption charges and under fire for a series of racist rants, coasted to a 59% victory on Tuesday against Democratic challenger Michael Shulman.