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Glitches in NJ voter-registration software are blamed for about 750 more improper registrations that were recently discovered. The discovery of the errors was announced by Gov. Mikie Sherrill, who said new safeguards have been implemented. whyy.org/articles/vo... @whyynews.bsky.social #NewJersey

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New Jersey governor announces reforms to voter-registration system amid more errors

As the governor announced new errors — some dating back a decade — reforms to the system will include a daily audit at the Motor Vehicle Commission.

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P. Kenneth Burns @pkbnews.net · 30/09/2026

A new report from the U.S. Government Accountability Office revealed that the Trump administration has quietly ended plans to build an immigrant detention facility at Joint Base MDL. whyy.org/articles/mc... @whyynews.bsky.social #NewJersey

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Trump administration abandons immigration detention site at Joint Base MDL

A government report says as of last October, the Trump administration no longer builds new detention facilities on military bases.

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P. Kenneth Burns @pkbnews.net · 28/09/2026

“If our Biblical principles change depending on who’s sitting in the White House, we don’t have principles, we have politics.” - Christian YouTuber Rock Leach

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P. Kenneth Burns @pkbnews.net · 02/09/2026

He’s been on the job for six months. Now, Alfonso Llano will get a full academic year to implement his vision the state-run Camden City School District. whyy.org/articles/ca... @whyynews.bsky.social #NewJersey

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Marketplace Union @marketplaceunion.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

Every single member of our union signed this petition we delivered to Marketplace management today. Their current proposals related to pay are unacceptable. We deserve better.

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P. Kenneth Burns @pkbnews.net · 14/08/2026

The Lindenwold Borough Council did an about-face on a policy implemented earlier this year that only allowed for one camera to record council meetings at a time. It was done to settle a lawsuit. whyy.org/articles/li... @whyynews.bsky.social #NewJersey

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Lindenwold council rescinds ‘one camera at a time’ policy to settle lawsuit

Alfosno Penna filed suit in July against Lindenwold Borough Council over the policy approved in January.

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P. Kenneth Burns @pkbnews.net · 14/08/2026

The community in Collingswood, New Jersey is rallying around Iemad Saifo, who was taken into custody by federal immigration enforcement at the end of July and has been held at Delaney Hall in North Jersey since. whyy.org/articles/ic... @whyynews.bsky.social #NewJersey

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Collingswood community supports restaurant owner arrested by ICE in July

Iemad Saifo, owner of Zena’s, an American-Mediterranean restaurant in Collingswood, is scheduled for a bail hearing Friday morning.

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Mark Weber @jerseyjazzman.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

So weird: Some outfit called "Americans For Open Government" is running the same ad during the same show for Mike Lawler (R, NY17) and Tom Kean (R, NJ7). And I mean the ads are EXACTLY the same-music, narrator, script, graphics. These are from the NBC-4 6pm news.

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P. Kenneth Burns @pkbnews.net · 04/08/2026

[SOUND UP] The Missouri man accused in the drunk driving death of a Camden native will go on trial next year. @whyynews.bsky.social #NewJersey

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P. Kenneth Burns @pkbnews.net · 01/08/2026

If you want plastic utensils from a New Jersey restaurant, you now have to ask for them. The state’s new ‘Skip the Stuff’ law takes effect today. Here’s what to know: whyy.org/articles/ne... @whyynews.bsky.social #NewJersey

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Patrons at New Jersey restaurants must ask for plastic utensils starting Saturday.

New restrictions take effect as part of the Garden State’s crackdown on plastic waste.

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P. Kenneth Burns @pkbnews.net · 28/07/2026

Three years ago, Camden code inspectors threatened to shutdown the All American Gardens apartment complex. During a recent annual inspection, the property was cited for 156 violations. Here is what happens next: whyy.org/articles/ca... @whyynews.bsky.social #NewJersey

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New violations plague nearly condemned Camden apartment complex

A recent annual inspection found 156 violations at the All American Gardens complex that attracted inspectors from Camden city and county.

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P. Kenneth Burns @pkbnews.net · 25/07/2026

The difference between Trump’s set last night and Ann Coulter’s set during the Comedy Central Roast of Rob Lowe? 60 minutes. Literally. #NoMoreWHCDPlease

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P. Kenneth Burns @pkbnews.net · 21/07/2026

People who ride SEPTA have left, on average, at least 1,000 items on a bus, trolley, or train. Here is what happen to those items, and how you can report lost items on SEPTA, PATCO and NJ Transit. whyy.org/articles/lo... @whyynews.bsky.social #Philadelphia #NewJersey

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Here is how to track items that you might have left on SEPTA, PATCO or NJ Transit

At least 1,000 items are left by passengers on SEPTA each month. Most of them are recovered by their owners.

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P. Kenneth Burns @pkbnews.net · 20/07/2026

Rutgers University unionized faculty wants the administration to reverse course in implementing a hiring freeze that was announced as part of a $6.2 billion budget for fiscal year 2027. whyy.org/articles/ru... @whyynews.bsky.social #NewJersey (CORRECTED GRAPHIC)

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P. Kenneth Burns @pkbnews.net · 15/07/2026

Jacqueline S. Mattis, dean of the Rutgers-Newark School of Arts and Sciences, is under investigation for allegedly making thousands of dollars by doing business with the university through a company she co-owns with her sister. whyy.org/articles/ru... @whyynews.bsky.social #NewJersey

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P. Kenneth Burns @pkbnews.net · 11/07/2026

How does a court AND a government entity get to approve what a news outlet publishes? This is not a victory for the FREE press. I think it’ll be obvious if the identities are shielded on the website. newjerseyglobe.com/media/judge... @newjerseyglobe.bsky.social

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Judge rejects most of New Brunswick school board's bid to block publication of surveillance video - New Jersey Globe

A Superior Court judge has rejected most of the New Brunswick Board of Education's attempt to prevent New Brunswick Today from publishing surveillance

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P. Kenneth Burns @pkbnews.net · 08/07/2026

Despite Trump administration policies that have contributed to a nationwide decline in international student enrollment in American colleges and universities, Rutgers University-New Brunswick has bucked the trend. whyy.org/articles/ru... @whyynews.bsky.social #NewJersey

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P. Kenneth Burns @pkbnews.net · 05/07/2026

Day 1 of PECO’s first industrial action (read: worker strike) begins with a picket in front of its HQ and accusations of an assault on union members the company calls false. whyy.org/articles/pe... @WHYYNews.bsky.social

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PECO workers strike starts amid Fourth of July heat wave

The strike centers mainly on wages and benefits. PECO says it has “comprehensive plans” to maintain service during the strike.

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P. Kenneth Burns @pkbnews.net · 01/07/2026

I don't believe in forever presidencies, especially of organizations. At some point you have to pass the baton for new ideas and new energy to take place. So with four being a nice round number, I felt that was a good time to end my time as president.

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P. Kenneth Burns @pkbnews.net · 01/07/2026

My time as NJ-SPJ president has come to an end. I valued my time advocating for journalism in New Jersey. The advocacy will continue despite no longer having the title. I would like to wish my successor Walt Kane the best of luck has he takes the helm.

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P. Kenneth Burns @pkbnews.net · 26/06/2026

Black history was on display in Atlantic City Thursday with the unveiling of the historic marker for Chicken Bone Beach and the launch of AC's Black Cultural Heritage Virtual Tour. whyy.org/articles/ch... @whyynews.bsky.social #NewJersey

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P. Kenneth Burns @pkbnews.net · 22/06/2026

Technology is at the root of a seismic change to Princeton University’s 133-year-old honor code. The Ivy League institution will now require in-person exams be supervised starting in July. whyy.org/articles/pr... @whyynews.bsky.social #NewJersey

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P. Kenneth Burns @pkbnews.net · 17/06/2026

The Trenton City Council approved an ordinance Tuesday night, 4-2, that prevents the city’s police department from assisting federal immigration officers during civil enforcement. whyy.org/articles/tr... @whyynews.bsky.social #NewJersey

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P. Kenneth Burns @pkbnews.net · 17/06/2026

The Trenton City Council voted 4 to 2 approving an ordinance to prevent the city’s police department from assisting ICE during civil immigration enforcement. Details to come. #NewJersey

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P. Kenneth Burns @pkbnews.net · 16/06/2026

Email from ICE about incident in Stafford Twp.: … FBI in Newark when asked about the incident in Stafford Twp.: “Yes we are on the scene. Since its an open investigation, that’s all I’ve got.” Meanwhile, ICE on Twitter two and a half hours after being sent the initial email:

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P. Kenneth Burns @pkbnews.net · 16/06/2026

All glory due to God, first and foremost. But I would also like to thank my editor Madhusmita Bora. Without a good editor, there is no good story, let alone coverage. I would also like to thank those entrusted me in telling their story and showing how it fits in this power dynamic in Camden.

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P. Kenneth Burns @pkbnews.net · 16/06/2026

@pmja.bsky.social announced that my coverage of South Jersey Democratic powerbroker George E. Norcross III was worthy of a 1st place award for continuing coverage. pkburns.com/george-norc...

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P. Kenneth Burns @pkbnews.net · 12/06/2026

Muhammed Emanet has three weeks to gather evidence of his deep roots in South Jersey ahead of a deportation hearing at the end of the month. His parents were briefly detained by ICE more than a year ago. whyy.org/articles/ne... @whyynews.bsky.social #NewJersey

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P. Kenneth Burns @pkbnews.net · 05/06/2026

A bill to prohibit the Trenton Police from working with ICE has been tabled by City Council for two weeks. Tensions between the council and advocates culminated with one person arrested for refusing to leave the chamber. whyy.org/articles/tre... @whyynews.bsky.social #NewJersey

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P. Kenneth Burns @pkbnews.net · 04/06/2026

Camden Mayor Vic Carstarphen delivered his State of the City address at the Camden High School campus Wednesday Night. He said Camden is no longer a "city of potential," but is now "a city of progress." whyy.org/articles/ca... @whyynews.bsky.social #NewJersey

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P. Kenneth Burns @pkbnews.net · 03/06/2026

I am here to hear Camden Mayor Vic Carstarphen’s State of the City address at the Camden High attendance. Among those waiting to get in, South Jersey Democratic boss George Norcross.

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P. Kenneth Burns @pkbnews.net · 03/06/2026

“The challenges facing our country and our communities are not going anywhere if we don’t stay in the fight. We have the responsibility to stay engaged, stay informed, and continue working together toward solutions. Democracy is bigger than any one election,” she said.

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P. Kenneth Burns @pkbnews.net · 03/06/2026

Asw. Verlina Reynolds-Jackson, who was unsuccessful in the Democratic primary in CD-12, said though the race is over, the work is not done as the focus will not be on flipping Congress blue for Democrats.

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P. Kenneth Burns @pkbnews.net · 03/06/2026

CD-4: Rachel Peace (D) v. Chris Smith (R)(i): whyy.org/articles/ne... CD-7: Rebecca Bennett (D) v. Tom Kean Jr. (R)(i): whyy.org/articles/ne... CD-!2: Adam Hamawy (D) v. Gregg Mele (R): whyy.org/articles/ne...

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N.J. election 2026: Adam Hamawy wins crowded Democratic primary in 12th District

Hamawy bested 12 other primary candidates and will face Republican Greg Mele in November in the race to succeed retiring U.S. Rep. Bonnie Watson Coleman.

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P. Kenneth Burns @pkbnews.net · 03/06/2026

Here are the general contests for the Congressional Districts in our area, except for CD-1 since the primaries were uncontested: CD-2: Zack Mullock (D) v. Jeff Van Drew (R)(i): whyy.org/articles/ne... CD-3: Michael McGuire (R) v. Herb Conaway (D)(i): whyy.org/articles/ne...

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Michael McGuire wins Republican primary for New Jersey’s 3rd Congressional District

The Marine Corps veteran and former New York City police officer will face Democratic incumbent Herb Conaway in November’s general election.

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P. Kenneth Burns @pkbnews.net · 03/06/2026

Good...afternoon! Let's recap what happened last night during New Jersey's Primary Election. You can find statewide results here, separated by county: whyy.org/articles/ne...

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New Jersey 2026 primary election results

See full results from New Jersey's 2026 primaries, including races for the U.S. Senate and the U.S. House.

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WHYY News @whyynews.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

Polls are officially closed in New Jersey’s 2026 primary election. Track the results and follow along for special coverage: 💻 WHYY online→ bit.ly/43yzZ0O 📱 WHYY App → bit.ly/435ZzcB

A promo image for WHYY News' Elections 2026 coverage

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Reporters Committee for Freedom of the Press @rcfp.org · 31/05/2026

A viral video prompted questions about officers’ use of force during the arrest of a North Carolina man. @whqr.bsky.social, co-represented by @rcfp.org attorneys, is fighting to access bodycam footage that could shed light on what happened.

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WHQR seeks bodycam footage showing viral arrest

WHQR is co-represented by attorneys from RCFP and the Duke Law School First Amendment Clinic.

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P. Kenneth Burns @pkbnews.net · 29/05/2026

Out of concern for public safety, N.J. Gov. Sherrill has announced the establishment of a “peaceful, protected” protest zone outside of Delaney Hall, where demonstrators and immigration enforcement officers have clashed in recent days. whyy.org/articles/de... @whyynews.bsky.local #NewJersey

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Sherrill announces protest zones at Delaney Hall amid detainee hunger strike

The governor said protecting demonstrators and federal immigration enforcement officers is her administration's top priority.

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P. Kenneth Burns @pkbnews.net · 29/05/2026

From Sophia Schmidt: EMR is pausing operations at its facility in Camden's Waterfront South neighborhood after a two-alarm fire, the latest of more than a dozen at facilities in the city. whyy.org/articles/ca... @whyynews.bsky.social #NewJersey

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EMR to pause operations at its Camden scrap metal shredder after 2-alarm fire

The company’s statement came after city and county officials called on EMR to “fully cease” operating due to the latest fire.

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P. Kenneth Burns @pkbnews.net · 27/05/2026

The night before Gov. Mikie Sherrill announced plans for a framework around data centers, Cherry Hill Mayor David Fleischer made it clear they will not be welcome in the township. whyy.org/articles/ch... @whyynews.bsky.social #NewJersey

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P. Kenneth Burns @pkbnews.net · 26/05/2026

@Stockton.edu and four N.J. community colleges have formalized their relationship to form the South Jersey Higher Education Alliance with the goal of increasing the number of students who pursue bachelor degrees in the region. whyy.org/articles/st... @whyynews.bsky.social #NewJersey

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Stockton launches alliance with 4 county colleges in New Jersey

The South Jersey Higher Education Alliance aims to increase the number of students that complete their undergraduate degrees.

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P. Kenneth Burns @pkbnews.net · 20/05/2026

Trenton, New Jersey, wants to prohibit local police from assisting ICE with civil immigration enforcement. A proposed ordinance will be heard at the June 4 city council meeting. whyy.org/articles/tr... @whyynews.bsky.social #NewJersey

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Trenton, New Jersey, wants to prohibit local police from assisting ICE

The council president described the proposal as the most comprehensive effort to date in addressing issues related to immigration enforcement.

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P. Kenneth Burns @pkbnews.net · 12/05/2026

Congratulations to @baltimorebeat.bsky.social for its impressive showing at the MDDC Awards. Make a donation to support this news organization, or - like me - become a sustaining member of the Beat. If you do, be sure to put “In honor of David Simon, the classiest man in Baltimore” in the comments.

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NPR @npr.org · 10/04/2026

The rapper and producer helped script hip-hop and electronic music's blueprint with songs like "Planet Rock" and "Looking for the Perfect Beat."

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Afrika Bambaataa, hip-hop and electro pioneer, dead at 68

The rapper and producer helped script hip-hop and electronic music's blueprint with songs like "Planet Rock" and "Looking for the Perfect Beat."

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