State Sen. Loretta Weinberg said it needs more than rhetoric to spur change in the culture

Speakers weigh in on factors that lead to disproportionate incarceration rate for black, Hispanic youths

Marcus O. Hicks has been acting commissioner; governor signs legislation to aid incarcerated parents, prisoners attending college

Advocates say being able to drive legally is essential to those looking to get a job and build a life in New Jersey

Among the measures is one to foster closer ties between children and incarcerated parents, another to reduce sexual assault of female prisoners

New Jersey passes bill that grants driver’s licenses to the undocumented, and helps them avoid ICE on the road

Voters to decide after legislative effort failed; leading opponent says he will urge public to vote ‘no’

After state Senate gives approval, legislation awaits governor’s signature

Assembly committee passed bill without hearing any testimony Thursday; both houses will vote on the measure Monday

Efforts are increasing to help students who aren’t getting enough nutritious food; by one estimate, as many as one-third suffer from ‘food insecurity’