The contest is one of the first congressional primaries of the year where we will find out what issues are currently resonating with some Democratic voters. Here are some key things to know.
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The shutdown continues, but politics persists. That gives this quiz a lot of fodder
Here are a bunch of questions about politics and one about bears.
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Heavy rains and flash flooding sweep across Northeast
Flash flood watches and warnings were in place in parts of New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania and surrounding areas as downpours moved through the region.
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Cold case solved: College students help ID the remains of a 19th century sea captain
Remains of the “Scattered Man John Doe” began washing ashore in New Jersey in 1995 and went unidentified for the next three decades. Students at Ramapo College set about to solve the mystery.
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DOJ charges New Jersey congresswoman with assault over immigration facility tussle
Democrats have denounced the charges as politically motivated and an effort by the Trump administration to intimidate members of Congress and chill oversight.
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The Israeli troop killing of a U.S. teen in the West Bank sparks outrage
The killing of a Palestinian American teen by Israeli forces in the occupied West Bank has sparked an outcry from relatives and community members in the Palestinian territory as well as the U.S.
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Mahmoud Khalil’s immigration case moves to New Jersey from New York
The decision offers a venue compromise in the bellwether case, while Khalil’s legal team seeks to release him from detention and block his deportation.
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‘We are not California’: New Jersey dealers push back on electric truck rules
Vehicle dealers are pushing back on rules that would increase the number of electric trucks sold in New Jersey. It could be a preview of a brewing fight over state rules about cars.
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Mystery drones flying over New Jersey have residents and officials puzzled
The drones have been seen above critical infrastructure like reservoirs, rail stations and military bases. The governor says there is “no known threat,” but the FBI is still investigating.
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Robert Menendez Elementary School will change its name after the senator’s conviction
The New Jersey school will drop the Menendez name it adopted in 2013 now that senator was found guilty of bribery.
