affordability

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May 19, 2026

New Jersey’s best places to live ranked by U.S. News

Despite New Jersey missing the national top 250, U.S. News ranked the state's top cities for livability. Found out if your town made the cut.

Gov. Mikie Sherrill's First 100 Days in Office
May 11, 2026

First 100 days: Sherrill targets affordability, permitting reform, energy

Gov. Mikie Sherrill focuses on affordability, permitting reform and energy policy in her first 100 days to boost New Jersey's economy and business climate.

New Jersey state flag on money
Apr 16, 2026

Rutgers poll: NJ residents downbeat on economy, cost of living

A Rutgers-Eagleton poll finds growing dissatisfaction among New Jerseyans on the economy and increasing frustrations with rising cost of living and taxes.

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Apr 15, 2026

Rutgers poll finds New Jersey households still strained by costs

New results from the latest Rutgers-Eagleton poll show affordability struggles persist, with gas prices rising even as housing, food and utility pressures reportedly ease.

Stop & Shop offers in-store hot bars.
Mar 30, 2026

Stop & Shop updates hot bars with new meals, lower prices

As more customers opt for deli-prepared foods instead of restaurant dining, the grocery banner is refreshing its offerings with new proteins, sides and comfort foods – while also dropping prices.

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Mar 6, 2026

NJ joins multistate lawsuit against Trump’s new tariffs

New Jersey is one of more than 20 states suing the Trump administration over 15% tariffs, claiming unlawful authority and higher costs for consumers and businesses.

Super Bowl party
Feb 2, 2026

Super Bowl party food costs rise in 2026, Wells Fargo finds

Entertaining a group of 10 guests will run hosts about $140, up 1.6% from last year, according to the financial institution's annual report on good eats for the big game.

AI Hackathon
Jan 30, 2026

NJ students tackle affordability at statewide AI hackathon

More than 175 participants rose to the challenge at the Montgomery Innovation Hub in Skillman, using generative artificial intelligence to develop solutions for housing, transit and education.

Gov. Mikie Sherrill was officially sworn in as New Jersey's 57th governor Jan. 20, 2026.
Jan 26, 2026

Sherrill moves quickly on campaign promises

Mikie Sherrill is sworn in as New Jersey’s 57th governor, pledging to lower costs, freeze utility hikes and push back against Washington.

New Jersey Democratic gubernatorial hopeful Mikie Sherrill.
Jan 20, 2026

Sherrill sworn in as New Jersey’s 57th governor

Taking the oath of office in Newark, Gov. Mikie Sherrill pledged to tackle affordability, utility costs and expand opportunity statewide.

Democratic gubernatorial candidate Mikie Sherrill's Save You Time and Money Agenda
Jan 16, 2026

Rutgers-Eagleton poll: NJ wants Sherrill to tackle taxes

A new Rutgers-Eagleton poll finds New Jersey residents want Gov.-elect Mikie Sherrill to prioritize taxes, with affordability and cost of living close behind.

Financial problems
Jan 15, 2026

OPINION: Consumers are drowning in debt; Gov. Murphy can throw a lifeline

Why Gov. Murphy should sign a bill allowing New Jersey consumers to access debt settlement services, as residents of neighboring states can.