Government

Medical cannabis
Apr 23, 2026

DOJ reclassifies medical marijuana to Schedule III

Proponents say the move to reclassify medical cannabis eases federal restrictions and will enable tax relief, research and growth for cannabis operators.

Gov. Mikie Sherrill gives her first Budget Address in the Assembly Chambers of the State House in Trenton on March 10, 2026.
Apr 23, 2026

NJ launches report card to track spending, programs

Gov. Mikie Sherrill has unveiled a New Jersey budget report card tool to track spending, improve transparency and show how taxpayer dollars are used.

An aerial view of 4100 Palisade Ave. in Union City, which will be demolished to establish a new soccer field. PROVIDED BY NEW JERSEY DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
Apr 21, 2026

Union City to add soccer field, clear blight via Green Acres

Union City will replace a vacant building with a youth soccer field following a $4.08 million Green Acres purchase, expanding open space in Hudson County as NJDEP works to cover more ground across New Jersey.

NJEDA's Women's History Month 2026 event
Apr 20, 2026

Weiss outlines NJ strategy on film growth, World Cup, budget

NJBIZ continues its conversation with new NJEDA leader Evan Weiss, zeroing in on New Jersey economic strategy, FIFA World Cup plans, innovation hubs, film growth and long-term business development.

Empty office
Apr 20, 2026

NJ jobs fall by 10,300 in February as labor market weakens

New Jersey lost 10,300 jobs in February as construction and services declined, while unemployment dipped slightly amid a shrinking labor force.

Delivering goods
Apr 20, 2026

OPINION: NYC delivery proposal may be NJ’s opportunity

The president of Commerce and Industry Association of New Jersey writes that NYC’s Delivery Protection Act could raise costs, limit flexibility and push logistics firms to the Garden State, impacting jobs and supply chains.

Analilia Mejia, a longtime labor organizer and policy advocate, was elected to represent New Jersey's 11th Congressional District on April 16, 2026.
Apr 17, 2026

Mejia wins NJ-11 special election for Congress

Democrat Analilia Mejia wins New Jersey’s 11th District special election over Republican Joe Hathaway, retaining the Democratic-held House seat vacated by Gov. Mikie Sherrill.

Evan Weiss, CEO, New Jersey Economic Development Authority
Apr 14, 2026

NJEDA CEO Weiss starts with listening tour to ease business delays

NJBIZ caught up with new leader Evan Weiss amid his statewide listening tour to address business delays, streamline programs and improve access for companies across New Jersey.

Online voting
Apr 13, 2026

Campaign texting now routine; managing responses is not

Political text messaging is reshaping campaign strategy in New Jersey, as campaigns manage voter responses, compliance and engagement.

Journalists flocking around important people
Apr 9, 2026

New Jersey declares Local News Day amid shrinking outlets

New Jersey declared April 9 Local News Day as polling shows strong demand for local coverage amid a decline in news outlets and rising press freedom concerns.

First ride across the new Portal North Bridge
Apr 9, 2026

Sherrill earns early approval in Rutgers-Eagleton poll

Voters give Gov. Mikie Sherrill favorable marks in the new Rutgers-Eagleton poll; however, affordability, taxes and cost of living remain concerns.

PSEG Salem Nuclear Power Plant in Lower Alloways Creek
Apr 8, 2026

Sherrill signs bill clearing way for new nuclear in NJ (updated)

The new law removes barriers to generate energy while launching a Nuclear Task Force to expand clean, reliable power statewide.