House Republicans suggest they want to make SALT deduction caps permanent
Republicans suggest they want to make the SALT deduction cap, currently to sunset in 2025, a permanent measure, prompting blowback from NJ residents and officials.
Leah Mishkin is a multimedia journalist who received a Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism at Emerson College. She completed her Masters in Criminal Justice from Boston University.
Leah was raised in New York City but holds dual citizenship from the United States and Belgium. She is fluent in French. Her passion is meeting new people and telling their stories.
Leah reported for News 12 Long Island for two years and most recently anchored for the channel in Connecticut. She was also a reporter for WBTW the CBS affiliate in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. And she worked as an Associate Producer and Website Producer for WCTV the CBS affiliate in Tallahassee, Florida.
Leah covered the aftermath of Hurricane Isaac. She has also extensively covered the ten-year anniversary of 9/11, a family whose son was killed as a result of PTSD from the Iraq war, and ongoing coverage of the Occupy Boston movement. She has done in-depth story coverage of the Middle East conflict, while studying at a Communication school in Israel.
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Community solar aims to bring renewable energy to everyone
Establishing a community solar pilot program is part of the governor's ambitious plan to get the state to 50 percent renewable energy by 2030.
How much does it cost to live in New Jersey?
New Jersey is the sixth most expensive state in the United States for renters. Because of those costs, many people are turning to becoming homeowners, but home prices are also on the rise.
NJ Dems continue call for restoration of DOJ grants
The funds are being withheld from local governments that have adopted "sanctuary" policies.
MuckFest raises money for MS research and services
MuckFest MS is a mud obstacle run featuring 18 obstacles. It's the event's seventh year, and the seventh time in New Jersey.
What’s behind New Jersey’s growing nursing shortage?
One school says it's turning away qualified nursing students in droves because it doesn't have the faculty to educate them.
Princeton University offers summer workshop for teachers
The course is a way to enhance their knowledge of science and a chance to learn different skills to incorporate into the classroom.
Nonprofit aims to strengthen local journalism, civic engagement
Gov. Murphy recently signed a bill allocating $5 million in state funds for grants to improve information access for communities across the state.
State looks for ways to boost burgeoning agritourism industry
The wine industry alone had a $323 million impact on the state’s economy in 2016. That's a 39.9 percent increase from 2011.
Housing for veterans can help a vulnerable population
Bills in the Legislature may help struggling veterans with housing.
Gaming, grub and great times: Inspiration for your next night out
It's a place where crowds pack the dance floor and concert venues. A state known for boardwalks and casinos. It’s stimulation overload.
As heat wave sweeps the state, residents try to stay cool
Follow safety tips to stay cool as the state experiences the first heat wave of the summer.
HIV rates remain high for at-risk groups
Despite a decrease in rates overall, one in 64 African-Americans in the state is living with HIV/AIDS compared to 1 in 661 non-Hispanic whites.
Former NJ Supreme Court justice discusses travel ban ruling and more
Former New Jersey Supreme Court Justice Peter Verniero explains the significance of recent federal Supreme Court rulings.
NJSIAA considers all-girl state wrestling tournament
If the executive board votes to approve a girls wrestling tournament, it could be held in 2019.
