Five gubernatorial candidates compete at first-in-the-state Democratic convention
In what is effectively a straw poll, five of the six gubernatorial contenders will be seeking endorsements at Hunterdon County…
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Two Republicans emerge to take on Peterpaul and Donlon in Monmouth
In the fiercely contested 11th district, Monmouth County Republicans seem to have decided on Andrew Wardell, a former mayor of…
Passaic Dems tap Ramaglia, Schratz for county commissioner
In the June primary, Passaic County Democrats selected Christina Schratz, a member of the city of Passaic’s school board, and…
Bayonne councilwoman will run for Assembly on Fulop slate
In the Democratic primary, Bayonne Councilwoman Jacqueline Weimmer will run alongside incumbent Barbara McCann Stamato (D-Jersey City) for the Democratic…
Fort Bend ISD approves nearly $30,000 raise for superintendent
Superintendent Marc Smith received a nearly $30,000 increase last week, which was unanimously approved by Fort Bend ISD trustees. He…
Former Houston Public Works employee to serve 10 years in prison following water line repair scheme
After agreeing to a plea deal on Tuesday, a former Houston Public Works employee who is accused of giving hundreds…
Houston doctors urge preventative measures as flu outbreaks cause school closures in North Texas
The flu season is well underway, and outbreaks have recently forced North Texas schools to close. Although they stress the…
The week in politics (Feb. 5, 2025)
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Majority of Texans support legalizing marijuana and gambling, recent UH poll finds
According to a recent survey from the University of Houston Hobby School of Public Affairs, most Texans are in favor…
Texas A&M partners with four companies on nuclear reactor project near campus
In an effort to assist the state in meeting its future energy needs, Texas A&M University has partnered with four…