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Starting in fall 2027, states will face a massive new financial burden as they’re forced to pay a share of SNAP benefits—up to $9 billion annually—if their error rates exceed six percent. This shift, tied to improper payments totaling over $10 billion nationwide, threatens to cut access to food aid, with 36 states potentially on the hook for hundreds of millions—or even billions—each year. Advocat...

Democrats on the House Homeland Security Committee are sounding the alarm over federal counterterrorism grants, warning that states are being forced to comply with politically charged election demands—like using the SAVE system to verify citizenship—to access over $200 million in funding. These requirements, some conflicting with recent court rulings and others vague or unworkable, are being rolle...

A blockbuster tech merger worth over $50 billion has officially fallen through, leaving both companies scrambling. After months of speculation and intense negotiations, the deal collapsed due to unresolved disagreements — with regulatory scrutiny likely playing a key role. Employees and investors are left in limbo, especially those at the acquired firm who had plans tied to the deal. The tech land...

Bank heists in Boonton and Nashua finally solved—fifty-two-year-old Joseph Sawyer, armed with a fake gun and masked, allegedly stole $12K from a Chase Bank in Boonton and hit a bank in Nashua just weeks before. After a joint FBI and local police operation, he was arrested in Upstate New York, bringing this high-stakes crime spree to a close. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http...

Over 70% of people now get their news from social media—TikTok, Instagram, X—marking a massive shift from traditional outlets. Younger users drive the trend, but even older generations are tuning in, raising alarms about misinformation and algorithm-driven feeds. Researchers are exploring why: ease of sharing, visual appeal, and personalization. The takeaway? We must become smarter consumers of ne...

Grace Community Chapel in Teaneck is breaking ground on a massive new church in Paramus—nearly double the size of their current space and costing $15 million—to meet explosive growth, with 550 weekly attendees and a mission rooted in Bible teaching and youth outreach. Founded in 2005 by Pastor Jae Park, this Korean church (part of the Christian Reformed Church of North America) embodies a gospel-c...

New Jersey ranks 20th overall in the nation’s best places to move, thanks to top-tier healthcare and education, solid safety, and a decent quality of life—but it’s dragged down by its painfully high cost of living, ranking a dismal 43rd in affordability. With home prices hitting $563K–$580K, the Garden State offers premium amenities at a premium price. While it beats top states like New Hampshire...

New Jersey just launched NYRA Bets, a game-changing platform letting residents wager on races nationwide — a two-year effort that’s already turning heads. It’s not just one app; it’s the gateway for other betting services to enter the state, giving fans real choice for the first time. With action already pouring in and New Jersey ranking among NYRA’s top five states, this move is reshaping the bet...

New Jersey is tackling a nationwide air traffic controller shortage by pouring $3.5 million into three public colleges to fast-track training for the next generation of aviation professionals. Kean University, Atlantic Cape Community College, and Warren County Community College will use the funds to expand programs, add simulation labs, launch new degrees, and even study UFOs—preparing grads for F...

Lewis Fragoso is turning his passion for nature into a career as an aspiring arborist, blending Indigenous heritage with hands-on tree care at the Cohanzick Nature Reserve. Paid apprenticeship programs teach him planting, pruning, and ecosystem stewardship while honoring his grandparents’ love of the outdoors. He believes trees are vital for cooling cities, protecting wildlife like the red-headed...

Across New Jersey, the World Cup is more than just soccer—it’s a powerful force uniting communities through joy, resilience, and shared passion. From South Paterson’s Palestinian residents cheering for nations tied to their heritage, to Haitian neighborhoods celebrating their first World Cup in over 50 years, fans are finding solace and solidarity in the game. Amid political unrest, deportation fe...

Jersey City’s Planning Board just shut down a controversial condo conversion at 87 Bright Street — a project that had already been partially built before approval, sparking a firestorm over safety, zoning, and a glaring conflict of interest. The original plan turned a two-story warehouse into a four-story building, but changes like a newly installed fire escape — built without prior approval and o...

New research reveals that music during workouts doesn’t just boost motivation—it actually enhances performance by syncing rhythm with movement, boosting calorie burn and muscle engagement. Scientists found that favorite tunes trigger endorphins, reducing perceived effort, while specific tempos and genres may optimize cardio or strength training. Your playlist might be the secret weapon to crushing...

House Republicans are locked in bitter infighting over legislative priorities as November elections loom, with the voter ID bill sparking major division and derailing critical bills on funding, defense, and agriculture. Speaker Mike Johnson pushes for a unified budget package to boost affordability and secure elections, but resistance from Senate Republicans and internal clashes—some even blocking...

The New Jersey Supreme Court just overturned a lower court’s ban, allowing a judge to privately review mental health records of an 18-year-old accuser in a sexual assault case — a move that could reshape how courts handle similar cases involving survivors with conditions like autism and PTSD. The defense argued these conditions might affect memory recall, and presented medical research and family...

Get ready to feel the World Cup fever at the free Jersey Fan Hub in Harrison, NJ — just steps from the Harrison Path station. Enjoy live matches on a giant 60-foot screen, plus music, props, a mini soccer field, and endless eats and drinks. VIP seats for $109 include food and drinks. Kids 2+ need tickets. Clear bags only, ID required for alcohol. Doors open an hour before kickoff — the perfect spo...

Rutgers is set to raise tuition and fees by 3% each, with room and board up 4%, all part of a $6.2 billion budget approved by the university board — a move that, while balanced, comes amid mounting pressures from shrinking federal funding, union contracts, and soaring personnel costs. Enrollment is strong, but national trends like declining high school enrollment, waning value of degrees, shrinkin...

The search for New Jersey’s cutest cat is in its final stretch—12 finalists remain after 150+ submissions and two rounds of voting. You decide who wins! Vote as many times as you want before polls close July 15 at 5 PM. The winner and their human get a feature story—so cast your ballot now and let the best cat take the crown. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.co...

NFL teams are rethinking training camp under the threat of extreme heat, focusing on the dangerous wet bulb index — a measure that combines heat and humidity to determine how well the body can cool itself. With readings in the upper 80s posing serious health risks, even elite athletes are vulnerable. The New York Giants, preparing in West Virginia, are already planning for extreme conditions, trea...

New research reveals ocean plastic pollution is far worse than previously thought—millions of tons of microplastics are infiltrating marine life and even our food supply, sparking global alarm and urgent calls for action from scientists, policymakers, and everyday consumers alike. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@th...

Trump faces a ticking clock on a bipartisan housing bill poised to become law without his signature—thanks to a constitutional loophole that gives him just ten days, excluding Sundays. Though the bill, the 21st Century Road to Housing Act, enjoys broad support from renters, bankers, and housing advocates and aims to boost supply and modernize federal loan programs, Trump has reversed course, calli...

Heights University Hospital, formerly Christ Hospital, is fighting back in court to keep its doors open, appealing recent rulings that threatened its closure. The operator believes they have a strong legal case and is preparing to argue that shutting down the hospital would be the wrong move — with real human stakes for staff, patients, and the community who’ve relied on it for years. The appellat...

State Senator Angela McKnight is rolling out bold new housing protections for seniors—simplifying applications via mail or email, boosting lobby security in high-crime areas, capping surprise key fees, and tackling the real struggles older residents face: isolation, fixed incomes, and tech hurdles. These bills, already headed to committee, aim to make housing safer, more accessible, and less stres...

Big Brother Season 28 just dropped with a wild 90-minute premiere on CBS, kicking off with a “Time Trip” theme and surprise houseguests revealed live — including rumored former contestants and even Survivor players. The season features 14 initial houseguests, with more added during the debut, and three contestants are from New Jersey. Episodes air Sundays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, with live stre...

Bonnie Tyler, the powerhouse voice behind “Total Eclipse of the Heart” and “Holding Out for a Hero,” has died at 75 after complications from emergency intestinal surgery in Portugal. Her career, spanning five decades and marked by iconic vocals shaped by early vocal nodule surgery, left an indelible mark on pop-rock. Though placed in a medically induced coma following a ruptured appendix, she rema...