Gov. Murphy declares a state of emergency after the Trump administration suspends SNAP benefits, affecting over 800,000 New ...

New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy on Friday declared a “state of emergency” to coordinate the state’s response to 800,000 residents temporarily losing cash benefits to buy food.

Acting Governor Tahesha Way declared a state of emergency across New Jersey starting 10 p.m. Saturday ahead of a powerful nor’easter expected to bring heavy rain, 60 mph winds, and coastal flooding.

More than 800,000 people in New Jersey rely on SNAP, including many children, seniors and people with disabilities.

Outgoing Gov. Phil Murphy was not in New Jersey when a state of emergency was declared Saturday night, leaving Lt. Gov. Tahesha Way — now serving as acting governor — to make the declaration in his ...

The New Jersey State Park Service offers a Pet Friendly Camping Program at designated sites within select state parks and forests. For an additional fee of $5 per night, campers can now bring up to ...

James Solomon and former Gov. James McGreevey will continue their mayoral campaign in Jersey City in a runoff election slated ...