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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.

















