Panel recommends new state inspector general to combat corruption

Richard Codey’s family announced the news of his death on Facebook, calling him “a beloved husband, father and grandfather.”

The proposed new spending includes money for a state supercomputer, World Cup promotions, and capital improvements at county buildings.

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Data centers, which are driving higher electric costs in New Jersey, would face new tariffs under a plan legislators advanced Thursday.

Students will be able to use their phones in case of an emergency, for translation services, and in cases where a health care professional indicates that access to a phone is necessary.

The bill would resurrect expired tax credits for people who purchase their health insurance from the Affordable Care Act marketplace.

Legislation to expand corporate tax breaks in New Jersey cleared another hurdle to become law, despite objections from critics.

One bill would restrict cooperation between New Jersey police and federal immigration agents. One critic said it “promotes lawlessness.”