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Who is Jane Parnell? The powerful new monitor for N.J.’s troubled women’s prison.
Female prisoners in N.J. will get more health care services behind bars and after release
N.J. spent $60M to settle lawsuits last year, one of the lowest payouts in years
Newly-elected N.J. councilman apologizes for blackface photo
Officer shot, man killed and building ablaze after hours-long standoff in Long Branch, police say
Turnout for N.J. governor’s race may be one of the lowest in a century
What horror movies taught me about new fatherhood
N.J. seizes 13 ‘ghost gun’ kits from couple traveling from Pa., police say
Biggest ever one-day gun buyback in N.J. nets more than 2K firearms
Cutting sentences for non-violent drug crimes on hold after judge objects. N.J. fighting decision.
2nd-largest police union decides not to endorse candidate in N.J. governor’s race
Drivers of color more likely to be ticketed by N.J. State Police, data shows
N.J. rules that limit when police can work with ICE upheld by federal court
More than 200 N.J. police officers received major discipline in recent months, new data shows
N.J. women prisoners are still in danger, feds say. Officials just announced new reforms.
N.J. police name officers found guilty of misconduct, reversing years of secrecy
Smith & Wesson must give N.J. internal documents on how it markets guns, courts rule
Federal officials advised N.J. about issues in the women’s prison, but details were never released
N.J. police are being retrained on how to handle crises. Here’s what they’ll be taught.
N.J. State Police should speed up internal investigations, watchdog report says
Grand jury clears N.J. officer who shot and killed a man in Orange 2 years ago
Twitter suspends N.J. lawmaker for questioning vaccine mandates. He wants an apology.
He set new limits on when police can use force. Long-serving N.J. attorney general leaves as cop training begins.
In ‘historic’ ruling, N.J.’s top court orders new murder trial saying ‘implicit bias’ tainted jury selection
Lawsuit accuses nurse of filing false report after beatings in N.J.’s women’s prison
N.J. just released a huge State Police database. How do I get details on millions of traffic stops?
Data detailing millions of N.J. State Police traffic stops available online for first time
When does speech become a crime? Experts weigh in after N.J. man is accused of using racial slurs against a neighbor.
Murphy appoints interim N.J. attorney general after Grewal’s departure
Gay bars were harassed by N.J. investigators for decades. The state is now offering an apology.
N.J. attorney general stepping down to investigate financial misconduct with SEC
Should N.J. hire an outsider to run state prisons? The job is like ‘playing chess on a three-dimensional board.’
N.J. prison officers know they work a tough job, yet ‘we’re always the bad guys in the public’s view’
Controversial bill allowing cops to get early view of body cam footage clears N.J. Legislature
N.J. lawmakers vote for more oversight of state prisons after reports of widespread abuse
N.J. court halts release of video allegedly showing beatings at women’s prison after officer accused of assault sues
N.J. lawmakers pump the brakes on letting civilians investigate cops as activists demand more oversight
Stop offering ‘free’ weed with cookies, N.J. attorney general tells 4 companies
Criminal trials in N.J. can resume this week while jury selection will stay partially remote
N.J. police have 2 months to identify cops found guilty of serious misconduct
N.J. taxpayers have been billed $1M to investigate women’s prison, records show
Report suggests reforms for fixing Edna Mahan, N.J.’s women’s prison. Here’s why some could be tricky.
Top N.J. prison official quits after widespread abuse exposed
N.J. women’s prison was in chaos. The shocking takeaways from damning Edna Mahan report.
N.J. cops can no longer hide serious misconduct from public after Supreme Court ruling
Teenager shot in New Brunswick hotel, police say
Deadline approaching to earn $400 as a N.J. poll worker for Tuesday’s election
1 dead after early morning crash in Mercer County, police say
N.J. taps former CIA officer to lead Homeland Security office
More than 80 people indicted for selling or having illegal firearms, N.J. officials say
Agency lost $27M in taxpayer money on land it never used and built school that didn’t heat up its first winter, report says
N.J. cops must now have body cams. Here’s when they can turn them on and off.
N.J. is paying a consultant $1.2M to fix N.J.’s women’s prison. Will it help?
N.J. reverses decision to house transgender woman in men’s prison
N.J. Assembly votes to equip all prison officers with body cameras after criminal charges at women’s facility
N.J. bill would bar bicycle licenses following viral video of cops seizing bikes from teens
N.J. needs a new prison watchdog. ‘You just can’t throw away human beings,’ says one advocate.
Prison officers would have to wear body cams under bill passed swiftly by N.J. panel
Prison officers would get body cams, inmates could more safely report abuse under proposed N.J. bills
N.J. moves transgender woman back to men’s prison, raising legal questions
N.J. still months away from getting body cameras to all officers at troubled women’s prison, top official says
N.J. makes new push to get controversial smart guns in stores after failing for years
More must be done to curtail racial profiling during police stops, clergy members tell N.J.’s top court
Shuttering N.J. women’s prison after decades of abuse is one option ‘on the table,’ top official says
N.J. spending millions to negotiate abuse lawsuits from women’s prison, records show
N.J. charges 9 with forming a ‘hit squad’ behind bars to attack officers and prisoners
N.J. accuses Ocean County town of discriminating against Orthodox Jews
Murphy wants 8 new gun laws. Here are the details on each proposal.
N.J. man faces new assault charge years after another allegation led to a bitter fight between State Police and prosecutors
N.J. policing has changed since George Floyd’s death but some major reforms are still on the table
Less than 1% of N.J. cops accounted for 18% of every kick, hit and tackle across N.J., new data shows
N.J. is seeking State Police recruits, but applications are ‘historically low,’ officials say
Murphy proposes 8 ‘sweeping’ new gun laws in wake of rising homicides, shootings nationwide
N.J. faces a ‘historic shortage’ of judges amid growing case backlog, officials say
N.J. prison watchdog to resign after tense public hearing about ongoing failure to flag abuses behind bars
Federal government will likely monitor N.J. women’s prison in light of scathing report on abuse, commissioner says
N.J. agrees to pay almost $21 million to settle sexual abuse claims at women’s prison
How do I look up my police department on N.J.’s new force database?
N.J. releases data showing every time cops hit, tackled or shot suspects on groundbreaking new website
Bacteria that causes Legionnaire’s disease found in N.J. prison water
Woman who made sex assault claim criticizes report clearing N.J. State Police, prosecutors of misconduct
There was an ‘immediate and clear breakdown’ between State Police, prosecutors on sex assault claim, report says
Police find man shot on road in Monmouth County town
Protesters demand N.J. women’s prison close as outcry against alleged beatings grows
Union County says it may close its jail in effort to cut costs
N.J. taxpayers have spent $630K and counting on investigations into women’s prison, records show
4 people arrested, $150K worth of drugs seized, NJ. State Police say
Inmate sues to be transferred out of troubled N.J. women’s prison
She dramatically expanded civil rights investigations in N.J. Next, she could decide cases on top court.
Company agrees not to sell ‘ghost guns’ in N.J. in a groundbreaking settlement
More than 140 troopers join N.J. State Police as force celebrates its 100th anniversary
About 50 people testify in support of N.J. bill that would give civilians more police oversight
After months of delay, N.J. lawmakers to consider giving residents more power to investigate cops
‘It saved my life.’ N.J. parolees just out of prison get extra help dealing with addiction.
Inmates at N.J.’s women’s prison filed thousands of complaints in recent months, new data shows
Should N.J. name disciplined cops? Top court is considering plan to reverse policy dating back decades.
Group vaccinating those experiencing homelessness in new partnership with shelters
Inmate at troubled N.J. women’s prison injured again after accusing officers of brutal attack
N.J. Senate calls for corrections commissioner to step down in overwhelming vote
N.J. asks judge to force gun manufacturer Smith & Wesson to hand over documents on how it markets firearms
Bitcoin ATMs ripe for fraud without more oversight, N.J. watchdog says
Support for impeaching N.J. prison leader grows in wake of alleged beatings of women inmates
Some people awaiting trial while in jail should be set free due to COVID crisis, N.J.’s top court says
N.J.’s prison leader still has a job. Many lawmakers can’t figure out why.
Broken bones, bloodied inmates: The inside story of a night of violence at N.J.’s women’s prison
N.J. lawmaker pushing to impeach prison leader after 3 officers are charged with misconduct
3 N.J. officers charged after alleged assault at women’s prison, could face years behind bars
Boss of N.J. women’s prison part of alleged attack, inmates say. He’s been sued before.
Vaccination sites are closing across N.J. due to the snowstorm. Here’s the list.
Commercial vehicle travel ban ordered. Here’s what it means.
Firefighters find woman fatally stabbed after extinguishing apartment fire, police say
N.J. prison leader should be removed in aftermath of alleged beatings, Senate Dems tell governor
Murphy orders independent investigation into alleged beatings at N.J. women’s prison. ‘I am sickened by the horrific reports.’
Demands for suspension of N.J. corrections commissioner grow after women inmates report beatings
N.J. prison leader should step down while reports of beatings at women’s prison are investigated, lawmakers say
Dozens suspended at N.J. prison after officers are accused of beating women inmates
Video shows N.J. police shoot at man accused of slashing an officer with knife
Thousands in jail await trials that are still a long way off. N.J.’s top court considers releasing some.
N.J. sues Trump 9 more times as his presidency ends
Retired State Police trooper who died of COVID lived a ‘phenomenal life’
Grewal is now N.J.’s longest-serving attorney general in a quarter century. Here’s how it’s going.
N.J. National Guard prepared for any ‘armed march’ in capital
All N.J. state offices to be closed on Inauguration Day as safety precaution, Murphy says
N.J. gun rights groups want no part of any possible armed protest at the Statehouse
N.J. asks residents to report suspicious activity ahead of possible ‘armed march’ at Statehouse
Trump was once named an honorary N.J. State Police trooper. State Police leader now says Trump violated their ‘core principles.’
N.J. taking potential threats to state buildings following Capitol riot ‘very seriously,’ Murphy says
Black N.J. leaders, clergy not shocked by mob attack at U.S. Capitol, or how police reacted
N.J. Catholic diocese has a plan to compensate victims of abuse. Advocates aren’t happy.
N.J. investigating possible State Police discrimination on hiring and promotions, records show
N.J.’s new rules for when cops can use force leave 1 big unanswered question: What about police dogs?
N.J. prosecutors oppose plan to release hundreds behind bars awaiting trial. Top court will consider it soon.
N.J. prisoners will have access to the COVID shot early. Corrections officer vaccinations have already begun.
N.J. taxpayers paid almost $70 million to settle lawsuits against the state last year
N.J. cops will only be able to use deadly force as an ‘absolute last resort’ under major changes to policy
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Smith & Wesson sues N.J. after state demands advertising info
N.J. accuses Google of having an illegal monopoly
N.J. lawmakers approve $58 million to buy cops body cameras statewide
N.J.’s top court weighs releasing hundreds of people from jail who are awaiting trial
Murphy commits to studying racial bias in N.J. policing, jury selection
N.J. cops won’t face being fired for making too few arrests under bill approved by lawmakers
N.J. leaders honor Jersey City shooting victims and warn of rising bias crimes
Facebook is an illegal monopoly that should be broken up, N.J. and other states say in lawsuit
ICE detainee escapes from Essex County jail, officials say
A State Police recruit died after boxing. N.J. officials are now reviewing training for troopers.
N.J. honors police officer who died trying to rescue suspect
Flags in N.J. to fly at half-staff to honor State Police recruit who died during training
N.J. cops should only lock up juveniles as a last resort under new rules set by AG
Porch video partially captures N.J. police vehicle hitting, killing 65-year-old woman
Will N.J.’s release of thousands of prisoners trigger a crime surge? Here’s what data and research show.
N.J. will halt prosecuting marijuana possession cases, attorney general says
N.J.’s top court agrees to hear appeal of plan to name disciplined cops
A convicted sex offender may get his N.J. chiropractic license back. The attorney general is trying to stop it.
N.J. cops must wear body cameras under new laws Gov. Murphy just signed
N.J. attorney general ends quarantine after negative COVID tests
N.J. has sued Trump and the feds more than 70 times. So what happens after the president’s gone?
N.J.’s prison population keeps dropping. Why hasn’t spending gone down?
All N.J. prison officers would have to wear body cameras under new bill
N.J. cops helped ICE only 4 times last year. Prisons were a different story.
Video shows Voorhees cops struggling with N.J. man who died an hour later
Groups help newly freed prisoners get housing, medication as N.J. prepares to release more inmates
Cops in N.J. would get $59M to spend on body cameras as bill advances
N.J. attorney general quarantining after COVID-19 exposure
N.J. should stop marijuana possession arrests now that voters have OK’d legal weed, top lawmaker says
As thousands of N.J. prisoners get out early, one father meets his son
They were released early from N.J. prisons. ICE grabbed nearly 100 of them as they walked out.
N.J. is set to release thousands of inmates from prison early across the state throughout the day
Some N.J. inmates set to be released after Election Day have tested positive with COVID-19, memo says
Fears of voter intimidation spur N.J. voting rights groups to keep a close watch at polling places Tuesday
Dozens of N.J. juvenile offenders will also be released early because of law reducing sentences
N.J.'s top lawmakers support spending $58M to buy body cams for cops after Murphy vetoes
Dozens of N.J. lawsuits against Trump on issues that affect millions could also be decided by Election 2020
Man killed in South Jersey housing project shooting
N.J. woman stabbed and killed ex-boyfriend, police say
N.J. Senate committee unanimously votes to keep Supreme Court justice on the bench
N.J. will not immediately release names of disciplined cops, official says, giving unions time to appeal
N.J. will release more than 2,000 prisoners next month. Who is eligible to get out early under new law? Who is not?
Murphy vetoes bills requiring cops to use body cameras, citing cost and privacy concerns
Murphy signs bill to release thousands of N.J. prisoners early beginning the day after Election Day
N.J. attorney general reminds cops of their Election Day limits amid fears of voter intimidation
N.J. can release names of disciplined cops, state appeals court rules
Murphy directs N.J. agencies to do a better job at preventing and punishing bias crimes
Hundreds of N.J. prisoners expected to be released early are at risk of homelessness, records show
N.J. attorney general limits when prosecutors can use jailhouse informants
N.J. agency accused of cronyism hit with another lawsuit by former employee
N.J. bias crimes are skyrocketing. A state report says all kids and teachers need anti-bias training.
More than 300K people have already voted in N.J. See how many from each party voted in your county.
2K N.J. prisoners to be released early the day after Election Day, sources say
N.J. can count mail-in ballots early, judge says in defeat for Trump campaign
Lawsuits target mail-in voting in N.J., but ballots are already going out
Murphy’s office knew about ex-N.J. official’s hiring of cronies, corruption watchdog says
Police killed an N.J. man in his apartment. Could new policing reforms have prevented it?
Federal judge tells U.S. Postal Service to stop removing sorting machines after N.J. sues
N.J. releases body cam footage of officers shooting, killing 30-year-old man in Ventnor
Most N.J. police departments still don’t have body cams. See if your town does.
N.J. could soon free thousands of inmates from prisons where dozens died of COVID. It’s now up to Murphy.
Video shows N.J. police fatally shooting man armed with knife last month
Stalled plan to free thousands of N.J. prisoners early is back on track
N.J. companies fined for price gouging, coronavirus violations
N.J. police unions say plan to name disciplined cops will place a ‘scarlet letter' on officers
Prosecutors said N.J. doctor was corrupt, but judge dropped charges. Now he’s suing for $100M.
Civilians would have more power to investigate N.J. cops under bill, one of several proposed since George Floyd’s death
Lawmakers criticize N.J. prison leader for number of coronavirus deaths behind bars
Court rules Trump can’t exclude undocumented immigrants from Census after N.J., others sue
Gun company agrees to pay N.J. $50,000 after illegally selling large magazines
More cops call N.J. helplines as protests and a pandemic add stress to a stressful job
For thousands of N.J. prisoners, freedom hangs in balance as money debate breaks out
N.J. State Police are chasing far more motorists these days, and nobody really knows why
N.J.’s 2nd-largest police union endorses Trump
N.J. prison officer charged with falsifying reports after pepper spraying inmate
N.J. releases body cam footage of man who died in Trenton police custody
N.J. cops were justified when they killed man during UPS hostage standoff, attorney general says
Calling 911 with a false claim because of race can now put you in prison for years in N.J.
N.J. police pursuits rise sharply as lockdown lifts, threatening to set new state record
Thousands of N.J. inmates could be released early in COVID crisis under bill Senate just passed
Online child predators more dangerous during COVID-19 crisis, N.J. officials say. 21 arrests show why.
Beef up N.J. laws for civilian oversight of police, mayors say after court limits Newark’s powers
Trump hampering U.S. Postal Service to ‘undermine a federal election,’ N.J. says in lawsuit
N.J. Senate committee unanimously approves first Black woman to state Supreme Court
Thousands of N.J. inmates could be released soon. But funding to keep them from returning to prison has been cut.
New Jersey’s largest police union endorses Trump as lawmakers weigh more policing reforms
Newark went too far with civilian oversight of police, N.J. Supreme Court rules
N.J. will sue U.S. Postal Service to protect vote-by-mail, attorney general says
N.J. prison watchdog just got new powers to curb abuse. Advocates fear they won’t be used.
U.S. Postal Service says it can’t guarantee all N.J. mail-in ballots will be delivered on time
5 more charged in sweeping public corruption investigation that ensnared politicians last year
This State Police dog can sniff out cell phones – and helped crack a child porn case
Christie slams Murphy for N.J. nursing home deaths
More companies agree to pay millions to clean up N.J. water pollution
N.J.‘s top court suspends former judge accused of helping her fugitive ex-boyfriend
Facebook falling short in fighting hate speech, N.J. attorney general says
Invoking John Lewis, N.J. lawmakers pass policing and prison reforms
N.J. can restrict what information police share with ICE, judge rules
Trump’s EPA is failing to protect N.J. air from out-of-state polluters, judge rules
N.J. lawmakers advance policing reforms in wake of George Floyd protests
N.J. sues to block Trump from not counting undocumented immigrants in plan to dole out House seats
Police shut down heroin mill in Paterson amid fears of new overdoses
Gym owners who defied Gov. Murphy’s shutdown fined by judge
N.J. lawmakers approve bill to release more prisoners early during coronavirus crisis
Defund the police? N.J. attorney general says more spending is needed.
N.J. sues Trump twice, saying new rules will bring more pollution
Gym that defied governor’s lockdown orders not in contempt of court, judge rules
N.J. ‘will never tolerate’ police practices that led to George Floyd’s death, AG says
N.J. finishes testing all juvenile offenders for coronavirus as advocates push for more early releases
Protesters demand reforms from Murphy as N.J. prisoners continue to die amid pandemic
N.J. Supreme Court could release more prisoners as coronavirus cases rise behind bars
Former N.J. cop says colleagues called him a ‘terrorist’ because he’s Muslim. He’s now suing.
N.J. Republicans sue Murphy to force him to reopen small businesses
N.J. is arbitrarily throwing out thousands of mail-in ballots, lawsuit says
N.J. police union sues to make it easier for retired cops to carry concealed guns
N.J. State Police must improve tracking possible racial profiling in traffic stops, audit says
Coronavirus has killed dozens in state prisons. How N.J. failed to stop it.
A prison nurse died, and her union says N.J. fails to protect staff from coronavirus behind bars
The Trump administration is planning to protect fewer waterways. New Jersey is suing to stop that.
Booker wants Murphy to release more inmates as N.J. has highest coronavirus prison death rate
Just finished nursing school but no license yet? N.J. wants your help in coronavirus crisis.
N.J. prisons have highest coronavirus death rate in the nation, new study shows
N.J. to be first state to test every juvenile offender as coronavirus cases rise
All N.J prisoners will be tested for coronavirus beginning next week, Murphy says
N.J. has tested fewer than 200 state prisoners for coronavirus. Now all 18K could be tested.
N.J. lawmaker calls for investigation into prison system amid coronavirus crisis
$12 for a gallon of milk? 2K N.J. businesses accused of price gouging amid coronavirus crisis
ICE blocks release of coronavirus testing information at jail, N.J. official says
N.J. tried to ban inmates from talking to media if they are released amid coronavirus crisis
First N.J. juvenile offender has the coronavirus, but only 6 have been tested
1,100 inmates could soon be released from N.J. prisons as coronavirus death toll rises
Sick N.J. corrections officer had to get coronavirus test on his own. Why aren’t prisons testing more?
Your gym may owe you a partial refund during coronavirus crisis, N.J. attorney general says
N.J. county jail population plunges with inmate releases, fewer arrests in coronavirus crisis
More than 10K out-of-state health care workers approved to help N.J. fight the coronavirus
Social distancing is really hard in N.J. prisons. And that could be a problem for all of us.
Beware of scammers who say you must register for stimulus money, N.J. attorney general says
Some elderly, sick N.J. prison inmates to be released due to coronavirus crisis, Murphy says
N.J. should now release state prison inmates as coronavirus spreads, public defender says
More than 500 cops have the coronavirus, so N.J. making it easier for retired officers to return
Coronavirus spreads in N.J. prisons as inmates and officers say state is risking their health
N.J. coronavirus death toll just surpassed number of residents killed in 9/11 attacks
Retired doctors can now quickly reactivate their N.J. licenses for free to fight the coronavirus
Six people who coughed or spit on cops and said they had coronavirus could go to prison for years
Trump shouldn’t change any federal rules amid coronavirus crisis, N.J. attorney general says
New Jersey should release elderly and pregnant prisoners amid coronavirus crisis, ACLU says
3 officers justified in shooting death of murder suspect two years ago, prosecutor says
383 cops in N.J. have coronavirus and more than 3,000 are quarantined, State Police leader says
N.J. crime plummets as cops pull back during coronavirus crisis
Trump announces N.J. travel advisory, backs off coronavirus quarantine proposal
700 N.J. inmates have been freed during coronavirus crisis. Some could wind up homeless.
163 N.J. police officers have tested positive for coronavirus, State Police leader says
We’re struggling to supply cops with protective gear, N.J. attorney general says
N.J. cops have broken up more than a dozen illegal gatherings across the state, police say
N.J. tells Amazon, Walmart and Facebook to do more to stop coronavirus price gouging
You have a right to a speedy trial. What if juries are postponed indefinitely?
N.J. releasing almost 500 inmates from county jails to prevent coronavirus outbreak behind bars
N.J. police training shuts down as coronavirus spreads
Here’s how you can guard against coronavirus fraud, FBI agent says
Out-of-state nurses can offer telehealth in New Jersey after officials streamline licensing
N.J. may release some jail inmates as coronavirus spreads behind bars
3 NJ Transit employees test positive for coronavirus
Cops will be told if a residence has a coronavirus patient, N.J. attorney general says
Coronavirus fears don’t allow you to be racist, N.J. attorney general warns
Police training in N.J. continues as departments prepare for possible shortages amid coronavirus outbreak
N.J. businesses hit with 80 warning letters for price gouging during coronavirus crisis
N.J. hospitals don’t have enough beds for expected 300K coronavirus patients in worst-case scenario, study says
Some criminal charges in N.J. should be delayed because of coronavirus, AG tells police
New Jersey postpones some in-person court dates as coronavirus spreads
Coronavirus update: From closed schools to new cases, here’s what you need to know to start your week
N.J. suspends new jury trials, federal courts restrict access amid coronavirus fears
Is jury duty still required? What you need to know about coronavirus and N.J. courts.
You can’t be fired in N.J. for failing drug test because of medical marijuana, court rules
Jewish student sues N.J. school district after anti-Semitic bullying
N.J. attorney general says State Police not to blame for tossing activist from Senate hearing
Judge accused of harboring fugitive ex-boyfriend defends herself before N.J. Supreme Court
Murphy proposes big hike in N.J. gun fees as some push to relax firearms laws
New Jersey investigating how JUUL markets e-cigarettes
Building collapse in East Orange prompts multi-town response
New Jersey sues Trump administration to stop smog from rolling in from other states
Unused sick time still being abused by public workers, N.J.'s top corruption watchdog says
N.J. troopers help Puerto Ricans face the earthquakes that just keep coming
How convicts, law enforcement and actor from ‘The Wire’ would end cycle of crime
N.J. pushes Trump administration to tighten rules for lead in drinking water
N.J. police bust Newark opioid mill, seize 15 pounds of fentanyl
Murphy says he’ll strongly defend N.J. immigration policy after Trump sues
Trump administration sues N.J. seeking to overturn immigration policies
Landlords must tell you about lead in the tap water under bill passed by Senate
N.J. lawmakers look at limiting cops’ use of controversial facial-recognition technology
N.J. holds a career day for incarcerated youth. It’s a new approach to juvenile justice.
New Jersey says new chemical plant rules endanger communities
N.J. college athletes should be allowed to cash in on their names, lawmakers say
Cops in N.J. and Pa. just took down a gun ring. They’ll team up on more gun crime probes.
N.J. nursing home employees say staffing shortages put them at risk
‘This is family to us.’ N.J. state troopers deploy to Puerto Rico.
Trump administration challenges N.J. rules that restrict what cops share with immigration officials
New Jersey sues Trump non-profit over failure to turn over documents
New Jersey cops told to halt all use of controversial facial-recognition technology
New Jersey plans to sue Trump administration over ‘ghost gun’ rules
Former GOP official sentenced to prison for tax crimes
Investigating your police department? Here’s what N.J. cops must tell you under new rules.
No jail time for N.J. cop who admitted to assaulting 2 women
N.J. suing Trump administration over plan to cut thousands of residents from food stamps
N.J. political power is based on population. How should prisoners be counted in the census?
Murphy honors widow of murdered Jersey City officer during State of the State
N.J. lawmakers vote to create training program to prevent cop suicides
N.J. bias incidents rising at a record rate
N.J. drug overdose deaths drop slightly, but thousands are still dying
N.J. lawmakers refuse to vote on bill requiring nursing homes to hire more aides
Gov. Murphy pushes Facebook to do more to fight anti-Semitism
Paterson cop cleared after suspect died in a hospital
Crime in N.J.’s largest city continues to drop
Calls to clergy abuse hotline spike after N.J. expands statute of limitations
A Marine from N.J. lost his legs and sight, so a group built him a voice-activated, smart home
When cancer returned, the whole town showed up on this N.J. woman’s doorstep
Man arrested after N.J. mother found dead in partially burned vehicle
Officer shoots knife-wielding man in Trenton, police say
N.J. attorney general speaks to students at Jewish schools in wake of Jersey City attack
N.J. lawmakers vote to foot the bill for kids who can’t afford school lunches
Bill sent to governor would give the right to vote to people on parole or probation
N.J. Attorney General will address why protestor was thrown out of hearing, but vows to fight any subpoena
N.J.’s top anti-corruption watchdog names its first black leader
Police will be held more accountable under new N.J. reforms
Sweeping changes coming to how N.J. cops use force and how it is investigated
N.J. weather: There were nearly 1,000 crashes and spin-outs during snowstorm
New sex abuse lawsuits roll in as N.J. law takes effect
N.J. courts face surge of lawsuits as new sex abuse law takes effect
Those on parole or probation in N.J. are not allowed to vote. That could change soon.
Troopers detained Liberian official buying drugs for Ebola. Judge says they got it wrong.
Black people in N.J. are still arrested for weed more often than whites, ACLU says
Woman born in N.J. who joined ISIS can’t return to U.S., judge rules
I spent 12 hours in traffic during ‘Snowmageddon’ a year ago and didn’t flee Jersey. Here’s why.
Racial disparity in N.J. prisons ‘galling,’ Murphy says. He backs easing sentences.
N.J. hate crimes are rising. How do you fight racism in the classroom?
Should people on parole be able to vote? Some N.J. lawmakers want prisoners to cast ballots, too.
State Police ask for help finding man wanted for alleged sexual assault of a minor
N.J.’s AG thinks Trump’s asylum plan could hurt economy. Federal office seems to agree.
New Jersey could soon compensate those wrongfully put on sex offender list
A Jewish student was allegedly harassed for years. Her N.J. school may be at fault.
Gov. Murphy upbeat about Democrats, despite possible losses
N.J. attorney general dispatches more than 100 people to monitor Tuesday’s election
Woman dies weeks after N.J. nursing home injury
19 men arrested for allegedly trying to lure children for sex
Trump administration isn’t doing enough to protect the air we breathe, N.J. Attorney General alleges
N.J. plane crash: Witnesses describe sound of crash, 40-foot flames, black smoke
One dead in Turnpike crash, multiple lanes closed
Pedestrian struck, killed in Newark
Grand jury upholds murder charges for teenager accused of killing grandfather
Trump’s Bedminster golf club could also lose its liquor license, N.J. attorney general says
N.J. charges companies polluted poor communities and exposed residents to health hazards
N.J. must do more to help people after they leave prison, new report says
More N.J. police die from suicide than in line-of-duty. New program helps officers in crisis.
Newark residents report feeling safer, but many still don’t trust cops
“This was a life of beauty.” Au pairs grieve for mentor and friend killed on Maplewood street
911 calls in Maplewood double killing reveal efforts to save au pair, describe her killer
College student killed in early-morning Newark shooting
Police charge boyfriend of au pair working for NYC comedy club owner with killing them at N.J. home
Massage therapist arrested, again, for sexual assaulting client, authorities say
Man, nanny found dead in Maplewood after 911 call reporting an attack
Do you know what New Jersey’s state dinosaur is? Take our quiz and prove it.
Nobody from nursing home called for help as dozens of seniors suffered in triple-digit temperatures
What N.J. colleges are growing (and shrinking) the most?
NJ Transit train hits police SUV, causing delays on North Jersey Coast Line
These kids do scouting the old-fashioned way. But membership has a modern twist.
Car flipped, air conditioners blown from roofs after possible tornado, severe weather
Two people dead after crash in Jackson
New Jersey will soon run its own Obamacare insurance site. How has the health care law treated N.J. so far?
At the Jersey Shore? So is a growing share of retirees.
Relief in Westfield after man allegedly arrested with gun and 130 bullets outside elementary school
Ex-N.J. cop gets probation after admitting to groping at bar. Victim plans $1M lawsuit.
Can a cop in N.J. be punished for not using force?
Finishing high school in New Jersey is more important to your paycheck than we thought
The median age in N.J. keeps rising. But these towns are bucking the trend.
Sorry, llamas. Jersey is Team Alpaca and we’ve got the stats to prove it.
Judges weigh whether to allow citizens to investigate Newark cops
Police seeking driver who hit 3-year-old in Newark
Truckload of sweet potatoes deliciously floods N.J. highway after tractor trailer overturns
1 woman killed, 2 others airlifted in car crash
N.J. woman struck, killed by car was a 9/11 responder, veteran
Cop who used the most force in N.J. sued by woman whose ribs were broken during DUI arrest
Newark police blazing trail with new protections for transgender suspects
Residents want cops to respond in less than 30 minutes, but that’s still not happening in N.J.’s biggest city: report
Woman killed while crossing street in Toms River, police say
Parents of slain N.J. student to appear on ‘Good Morning America’
Farming is a billion-dollar industry in N.J. Here’s the good and bad news from the latest data.
Poverty is rising in New Jersey. Is your town part of that trend?
Hey New York, here’s a list of stuff we’re reclaiming as New Jersey’s
2 firefighters injured during an apartment fire in Barnegat
Willowbrook Mall partially evacuated after fire erupts at Hollister store
The gap between rich and poor in N.J. keeps getting bigger. See how bad it is in your town.
The N.J. counties that grew (and shrank) the most, ranked
Long Branch cop charged with groping woman after bar bash celebrating police promotions
N.J. cop was accused of groping a woman at a sports bar. Now he’s suspended.
New Jersey is one of the few places you can hear these languages — and they’re in danger
Immigrants must wait longer to have their cases heard in N.J. due to shutdown
Shooting suspect led Newark cops on early-morning chase, police say
Single? So are most people in these 25 N.J. towns
This N.J. cop used more force than anyone else. Is he violent or just good at his job?
These places almost always have a White Christmas
Poop-hurling, motel shower wrestling among weirdest stuff we found in N.J. force reports
Jersey City might not be reporting every time a cop uses force
The 25 police departments that used kicks, pepper spray or other force the most, ranked
Frequently asked questions about The Force Report
Dear N.J., I just moved here and it took me 12 hours to get home in the snow
Woman hit by car and killed in Sussex County
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THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
Prosecutor faces first challenger since Ferguson protests
Unions pour millions into Missouri to fight right-to-work
Missouri groups clash over proposed redistricting plan
Gov. Parson signs bill to raise marriage age in Missouri
Missouri judge says governor can appoint a Lt. Gov.
Complaint accuses Greitens groups of concealing donors
Judge weighing whether to dismiss Lt. Gov. case
Injury on Missouri waterslide highlights lax regulation
Do-over set after all-white photo at St. Louis dedication
Ex-state official Kander announces run for Kansas City mayor
Parson signs first 5 bills as Missouri’s governor
Missouri Democrats sue over lieutenant governor appointment
GOP state senator appointed Missouri lieutenant governor
Revived education board reapproves Missouri charter schools
Missouri governor revives education board with appointments
Missouri auditor criticizes food stamp fraud investigations
Greitens scandal could influence Missouri special election
Lt. Gov. Parson replaces Greitens, but who replaces Parson?
Missouri lawmakers reschedule election, change union rules
Missouri Senate votes to send Harry Truman back to DC
Missouri Legislature advances right-to-work proposals
A timeline of events since Greitens’ affair was revealed
Missouri ‘revenge porn’ bill advances amid Greitens scandal
Missouri Senate approves changes to blind pension fund
Medical Marijuana groups submit signatures for November vote
Signatures submitted to ban lobbyist gifts, cap donations
Missouri House votes to legalize medical marijuana
No decision yet on withholding bills from Greitens
Missouri Supreme Court weighs whether ‘sex’ bias covers LGBT
Missouri lawmakers consider withholding bills from Greitens
Missouri legislators approve numerous changes to elections
Authorities investigate substance sent to Missouri lawmaker
Missouri House moves to strengthen open records law
Missouri ethics nominees: No promises made to Greitens
Missouri considers unprecedented addiction help for moms
Missouri Senate approves lobbyist gift ban
Missouri Senate bill would expand St. Louis Sheriff’s reach
Missouri Senate moves to speed up Greitens ethics inquiry
Missouri constitutional amendment would change term limits
Missouri measure would limit insurance company payouts
Missouri Senate considers banning touchscreen voting
Missouri AG broadens inquiry into Mississippi County Jail
Missouri Legislature resumes work amid investigations
Bill targets lawsuits in ‘plaintiff-friendly’ St. Louis
Hundreds of licensed Missouri drivers receive blind benefits
Missouri House votes to up penalties within poverty program
Missouri Legislature moves to unshackle pregnant prisoners
Missouri Senate moves to raise age for adult prosecution
Missouri bill could end father’s rights in rape cases
Missouri House targets prevailing wage law
Lawmakers, governor at odds on how to spend $80 million
Missouri House committee debates contentious new gun bills
House budget leader proposes reduced higher education cuts
Missouri Legislature moves forward on drug take-back program
Top Democrat in Missouri House resigning to take new job
Former city clerk charged with stealing $150,000
Missouri Democrats appeal lieutenant governor ruling
Gov. Parson expands drug take-back programs in Missouri
Missouri man sues lawmaker after being blocked on Twitter
Weather damages homes in 2 counties, but no injuries
Missouri’s new lieutenant governor defends his appointment
Lauren Arthur defeats Kevin Corlew, flips state Senate seat
Greitens approves date change on Right-to-Work vote
Environmental group sues Missouri over land-purchasing law
Tuition rising 1 percent for Missouri’s universities
Missouri Legislature calls for constitutional convention
Missouri lawmakers vote to ban shackling pregnant prisoners
Missouri Legislature approves changes to electric rates
Missouri Legislature approves drug treatment pilot program
Missouri House calls for congressional term limits
Missouri Legislature votes to expand sex assault education
Missouri House votes to amend constitution for right to work
Missouri House loosens regulation of security deposits
Missouri House would count only citizens when redistricting
Missouri Legislature approves bill on parental rights, rape
Missouri Legislature raises age for adult prosecution
Missouri House votes to toughen open records law
Missouri House votes to expand sex assault education
Missouri House votes for more concealed carry in schools
Missouri Legislatures votes for radioactive waste inquiries
Minimum wage group submits signatures for ballot question
Missouri sends troops to US border
Missouri House approves fewer in-person parole hearings
Missouri House moves to boycott companies boycotting Israel
Missouri House moves to legalize medical marijuana
Unknown substance sent to Missouri lawmaker may be pesticide
Missouri bill lowers income taxes for Guard and reserves
Missouri Senate approves Greitens’ ethics commission nominee
Missouri legislative assistant arrested on sex crime charge
Missouri Senate votes to lower corporate tax rate
Missouri to receive $100 million in disaster relief
Missouri Senate calls for term limits in US constitution
Missouri governor willing to send troops to border
Missouri Senate changes foster care rules after boy’s death
Missouri House moves to ease regulation on small farms
Missouri House approves Medicaid for chiropractors
Missouri House moves to lower tuition for combat veterans
Missouri House votes to ban children from mixed martial arts
Missouri House passes limits on joining lawsuits
Missouri House votes to repeal Missouri’s prevailing wage
Missouri House gives initial approval for new TANF penalties
House bill would relax university meal plan mandate
Missouri Senate advances bill on parental rights, rape
New Missouri initiative to target opioid over-prescription
Missouri House votes to raise poaching fines for elk
Missouri Senate approves drug take-back program
Missouri House pushes back against ‘revenge porn’
Missouri House gives initial approval to industrial hemp
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INVESTIGATIVE REPORTERS & EDITORS
No PIOs Allowed: How a New York TV station banned public information officers — and got results
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3 leaders share 3 tips on how to build up your investigative unit
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When checking your mailbox isn’t enough: 3 tips for investigating local elections
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Inside the Class That Teaches Missouri Lawmakers When It’s OK to Pull the Trigger
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100 days in Trump's Missouri: How conservatives feel about the presidency
Karen Miller reflects on nearly a quarter-century as Boone County commissioner
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The Gospel according to the Boone County Commission
In prison for the election, John Dukes released into its aftermath
Parry, Thompson triumphant in Boone County Commission races
Parry positions himself as an outsider but has insider ties
Transparency, accessibility rise as issues in Boone County Commission campaigns (Pt. III)
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Disparity issues extend beyond city limits and into county (Pt. II)
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Sales tax erosion, roads present dilemma as a fast-growing county prepares to elect commissioners (Pt. I)
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Ethics Commission won't review complaint against Parry campaign
Anger and humor surround second presidential debate in St. Louis
Echoes of the past before Sunday's presidential debate in St. Louis
Parry won't seek charges against Boone County treasurer
Boone County treasurer apologizes for removing Fred Parry's commission campaign sign
Columbia's Republicans and Democrats react to first presidential debate
Two big fundraising gaps in Boone County Commission races
Boone County Commission paves the way for new homes
Wilburn campaign for lieutenant governor is a joke. Seriously.
Robert Greene on his Sundance award-winning film
Car drives into Umbria Rustic Italian restaurant
Business Loop CID examines debt, future projects after sales tax passes
One vote spells victory for Business Loop 70 CID sales tax
Five details often missed in Business Loop 70 sales tax coverage
Sundance documentary a first for MU and professor
City Council unanimously raises city manager's salary to $165,000
MU student files lawsuit against professor, professor denies claims
Sales tax ballot mailed to Business Loop voters
Missouri's elk herd: Small but stable
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UM System Pres. Wolfe resigns: A day of celebration and confusion
Sturgeon prepares to welcome the Boone County Fair
Business Loop CID sales tax election postponed
MISSOURIAN MINUTE: Fans celebrate Batman Day at Distant Planet Comics
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Business Loop CID plans December sales tax election for 14 voters
City Council approves new bus shelters, hears report on roll carts
Bull elk shot and killed north of Tipton
Flu shots available throughout Boone County, free for children
City Council discusses red-light cameras, changes speed limits on Providence Road and Route K
Dr. Vicki Straub remembered for unwavering humor, teaching excellence
Evicted: Ed's and Sunset mobile home park residents leave homes behind
Columbia's water system at a glance
Downtown District's sales tax produces unexpected windfall
Business Loop CID addresses voter's concerns, discusses sales tax
Homeland Security secretary cautions against hysteria
Bread your wings and fry: New chicken joints flock to Columbia
Business Loop CID has 14 registered voters, not one
Sen. Blunt: America is threatened, but Patriot Act might not always be the answer
Gartner's future with Business Loop CID unclear after debt, delayed sales tax vote
Sales tax for Business Loop district to be discussed by board, sole voter
Future of Business Loop 70 improvement funding uncertain
Columbia College uses skits to teach new students about sex, alcohol
Hickman High stays upbeat during 66-7 loss
Hickman welcomes a new season after last year's 1-9 finish
Bill Sontag enjoyed tractors and farming
New parking system downtown lets drivers pay by phone
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Lose Battles, Winning Wars
Consumption, Creation, and Identity
On Gretzky, Lemkin, and Victory
Protecting Storytellers, Ordering Chaos
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