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Students walk past a high school in New Jersey as new rankings highlight the state’s top schools for 2026.

NJ Student Test Scores Climb in 2025, Science Leads the Way

The latest New Jersey Student Learning Assessments show progress for students statewide. Science scores exceeded pre-pandemic benchmarks for the first time. English language arts and math also improved across grades
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NJ Attorney General Slams Democratic State Senator for “Not Playing Fair” in Heated Hearing

New Jersey AG Matthew Platkin publicly rebukes State Senator James Beach for stifling criticism and unevenly applying rules during a heated Senate hearing on government accountability.
View of Fort Monmouth, future site of Netflix’s $900 million production campus in New Jersey, known as “Hollywood East.”

Netflix Finalizes Purchase of $1B Studio at Fort Monmouth, NJ

Netflix has completed the purchase of nearly 300 acres at the former Fort Monmouth site in Oceanport and Eatontown, New Jersey, marking a major milestone for its $1 billion studio

Murphy Announces $7.5M in Grants to Make Streets Safer for Pedestrians Near Transit

New Jersey is investing $7.45 million in pedestrian safety near transit in Fiscal Year 2026. Governor Phil Murphy announced grants for 12 projects across seven counties to enhance sidewalks, crosswalks,
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Montclair Schools Move Forward With Major Staff and Program Cuts Amid $20M Budget Gap

Montclair Public Schools will implement significant staff and program reductions, including counselors, aides, and elective courses, to address a nearly $20 million budget deficit. Changes take effect after winter break
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How Much Salary Do You Really Need to Buy a House in New Jersey in 2025? A New Report Has the Answer

New Jersey homebuyers need over $150K on average in 2025. See how salary requirements vary by county, from Bergen to Cumberland, and plan your next move.

What If New Jersey Had Its Own Subway? The 1920s NYC Subway Plan That Could Have Changed Commuting Forever

During the Roaring Twenties, New York City was in the midst of a transit revolution, but one of the boldest ideas of the era never left the blueprint stage. If

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Lumberton Mayor Indicted on Child Endangerment, Refuses to Step Down

Lumberton Mayor Gina LaPlaca has been indicted on child endangerment and abuse charges after a March DUI arrest with her young child in the car. Despite calls to resign, she
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New Jersey Takes the Global Stage for FIFA World Cup 2026 Final, Full Tournament Revealed

New Jersey is ready to take center stage in the World Cup. MetLife Stadium will host eight matches at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, including the championship final on July

Netflix acquires HBO and Warner Bros for $82 billion

Netflix Buys Warner Bros and HBO in $82 Billion Hollywood Game-Changer

The latest move by Netflix could put the streaming giant at the top of the Hollywood totem pole.  The company has reached an agreement to acquire Warner Bros.’ film, television

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