state economy

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.

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.

During a Jan. 15, 2025, press conference, Evan Weiss, president and CEO of Newark Alliance, addresses community members and key stakeholders gathered to discuss initiatives aimed at ending chronic homelessness in New Jersey's largest city.
Jan 28, 2026

NJEDA board approves Weiss as CEO

Evan Weiss brings public and private sector experience to the role, where he will work to expand opportunity, support businesses and drive economic growth.

Health care money
Apr 27, 2022

Report: NJ hospitals pump $62B into state’s economy

The New Jersey Hospital Association’s annual Economic Impact Report found health care centers directly contributed $27.8 billion in 2020, but the ripple effect supporting other industries bumps up that number.