Karen Rouse appears in the following:
New York's and New Jersey's Reopening Plans Differ Vastly
Friday, May 29, 2020
Governors trying to balance public safety with economic recovery face public pressure to reopen.
With Their Jobs Deemed Illegal, Hair Stylists and Barbers Go Underground
Monday, May 18, 2020
Personal service workers say they cannot feed their families or pay rent because they're not allowed to work.
Demand for Elastic Springs Sisters Into Second Act
Tuesday, May 05, 2020
Elastic becomes an essential item.
Coronavirus Pandemic Triggers A Rush to Trademark Virus-Related Words and Slogans
Monday, April 27, 2020
"Coronavirus Survivor" and "Covid Cats" are among the contenders.
Criminal Justicer Reformers Say Let Inmates Vote
Friday, August 23, 2019
In New Jersey, 94,000 people can’t vote because they're in prison, on probation or on parole. A group of progressives say disenfranchising them is an affront to democracy.
Former Murphy Official Accused of Rape Silent On Lawsuit Allegations
Thursday, July 11, 2019
A former member of Gov. Phil Murphy’s administration could be facing more legal trouble if he doesn't respond to allegations in court that he raped another state employee.
Fireworks Fly in Trenton After Murphy Suspends Funds
Thursday, July 04, 2019
Several of the programs on a list are linked to Murphy opponent George Norcross.
Budget Deadline Tests Murphy's Power in Trenton
Friday, June 28, 2019
Gov. Phil Murphy struggles to take control of his party's agenda for New Jersey.
Why New Jersey's Budget Impasse Might Lead to a Shut-down
Wednesday, June 26, 2019
Why are New Jersey Democrats against the millionaire's tax?
Influential New Jersey Pastor Says He Can't Morally Support the State Budget — Unless It Stops Paying for Youth Prisons
Thursday, June 13, 2019
Black kids in New Jersey are locked up 30 times the rate of whites, advocates say.
A Momentary Thaw in Trenton Between Governor and Legislative Leaders
Tuesday, June 11, 2019
Facing the threat of the first legislative override of a gubernatorial veto in 22 years, Gov. Phil Murphy agrees to sign a bill he originally opposed.
NJ Voters To Pick Assembly Nominees in Tuesday's Primary
Friday, May 31, 2019
Tuesday's primary election is expected to be "very, very quiet."
Deteriorating Relationship between Murphy, Sweeney Impacting Budget Negotiations
Thursday, May 23, 2019
Gov. Murphy wants a millionaires tax. Senate President Sweeney wants pension reform. As their strained relationship hits a new low, how will the two sides reach a budget deal?
NJ Weed Bill is Dead in Trenton, But Could Be Revived by Voters in 2020
Wednesday, May 15, 2019
Senate President Stephen Sweeney says he just couldn't get the support from lawmakers to pass it.
Some N.J. Lawmakers Raise Concerns Over Bill To Legalize Recreational Marijuana
Tuesday, May 14, 2019
A bill to legalize recreational marijuana in New Jersey claims to promote social and criminal justice but some lawmakers are skeptical supporters intend to help low-income or minority populations.
Coalition of Black Organizations Challenges Status Quo in Trenton
Wednesday, May 01, 2019
Black voters in New Jersey have historically been loyal to the Democratic party. Now a new group is asking: what do they get in return?
Reefer, Managed: The Future of Cannabis
Friday, April 19, 2019
As our "Reefer, Managed" series ends, we look ahead.
New Jersey's Push to Legalize Marijuana Hits a Roadblock
Monday, March 25, 2019
The future of legal recreational marijuana in New Jersey is in question, after a vote on the issue was postponed.
Uncertainty Surrounds Upcoming Marijuana Vote in Trenton
Thursday, March 21, 2019
Still short on votes, Gov. Phil Murphy turns to black clergy and leaders to win lawmakers' support.
Pot and Social Justice in NY and NJ
Wednesday, March 20, 2019
As the New Jersey legislature gets ready to vote on recreational marijuana legalization, New York continues to work on it.
