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Nor'easter Causing Flooding Concerns Along Jersey Shore

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST

(Manasquan, 11/13/2009) The Nor'easter sweeping up the Atlantic Coast still has many residents along the Jersey shore worried about flooding.

Nor'easter Churns Ocean, Causes Flooding Along Jersey Shore

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST

(Manasquan, 11/13/2009) The Nor'Easter continues to churn up the ocean along the Jersey Shore.

Operation Medicine Cabinet Aims To Help Prevent Prescription Drug Abuse

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST

New Jersey is the first state in the nation to launch a statewide effort for residents to properly dispose of unused prescription medicines.

NJ Officials Monitoring Storm That Could Cause Flooding And Beach Erosion

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST

A coastal flood warning is in effect along the entire Jersey shore until Friday night. Authorities are monitoring storm conditions and are urging residents to take precautions.

Christie Says He'll Use Pay-To-Play LImits for Inaugural Fundraising

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST

(Holmdel, 11/11/2009) Governor-elect Chris Christie says he will use the same rules that are in the state's pay-to-play law when it comes to raising money for his inauguration.

Christie Says All Options On The Table In Dealing With State Budget Problems

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST

(Holmdel, 11/11/2009) Governor-elect Chris Christie attended Veterans Day ceremonies at the New Jersey Vietnam Veterans memorial in Holmdel. Afterwards Christie talked with reporters about the state's budget problems.

Newark Officials Launch Gun Amnesty Buyback Program

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST

(Newark, 11/11/2009) Newark residents and non-city residents alike are taking part in the city's Gun Buyback Amnesty Program. WBGO's Monica Miller caught up with some of the participants turning in firearms to city and county officials without questions asked.

Declaring a Financial Emergency Is One Option for Governor-Elect Christie

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST

Governor-elect Chris Christie is considering the possibility of declaring a financial emergency in New Jersey.

Gay Marriage Could Be Signed Into Law Before Corzine Leaves Office

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST

(Newark, 11/10/2009) While New York's Senate isn't expected to take up a bill that would legalize same-sex marriage, some gay rights advocates have their eye on New Jersey. They're hopeful Garden State lawmakers will pass a bill to legalize gay marriage before Governor Jon Corzine leaves office.

More Jobs And Housing Are Needed To Keep Vets Off The Streets

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST

(Newark, 11/10/2009) Roughly 154,000 US military veterans are homeless on any given night. The Obama Administration has an ambitious goal of getting them off the streets in five years. A veteran\'s advocate from Newark has some suggestions for lawmakers to help them reach their goal.

New Jersey Hospitals Urged To Put Restrictions On Visitors

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST

(Trenton, 11/10/2009) Hospitals in New Jersey are being urged to restrict visitors to prevent the spread of swine flu.

Anne Milgram Won't Stay As Attorney General in Christie Administration

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST

Governor-elect Chris Christie has not yet named any of his choices for top spots in his administration. One thing is certain, the sate Attorney General will not stay on.

Christie Says Teachers Union Has Been Advocate For the Status Quo

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST

For the second time since his election victory, Governor-elect Chris Christie visited a school. He expressed some skepticism about the teachers union's position.

Fugitive Safe Surrender Exceeds Officials Expectations

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST

(Newark , 11/9/2009) Almost 4,200 fugitives from across New Jersey and across the country now have a second chance.

Governor-Elect Christie Wants to End State Control of Camden

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST

(Hamilton, 11/9/2009) Camden has been under state control since 2002, and Governor-elect Chris Christie wants that to end.

Local Officials in New Jersey Want to Maintain Locally Based Planning

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST

(Trenton, 11/9/2009) Local officials in New Jersey are not enthusiastic about a proposal to replace municipal zoning and planning with a county based system.

Yankees Celebrate 27th World Series Win

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST

(WBGO News, 11/6/2009) The wind didn't put a damper on fans spirits as they watched the Yankees ride through the Canyon of Heroes.

Teachers Union Has Some Concerns About Christie's Education Reform Ideas

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST

Reforming urban education is one of the top priorities for New Jersey Governor-elect Chris Christie. However, he may face some push back from the teachers union.

65,000 New Jersey Residents Eligible For Extended Unemployment Benefits

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST

(Trenton, 11/6/2009) An estimated 65-thousand New Jersey residents are eligible to receive extended unemployment insurance benefits thanks to an economic stimulus bill signed by the President.

Christie Says He'll Work With Democratic Mayor Of Woodbridge As He Tackles State's Problems

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST

(Woodbridge, 11/5/2009) A day after visiting Newark, Governor elect Chris Christie stopped in another traditional Democratic stronghold. Christie says he visited Woodbridge because the town is having success with vibrant businesses in the downtown area.