I'm the Statehouse bureau chief for New Jersey 101.5, covering the governor, Legislature and state politics, and had previously covered the Statehouse for Gannett newspapers for more than 15 years. I'm a lifelong New Jerseyan -- raised in Bergen, living in Hunterdon, Rutgers graduate. I'm co-author of the 2012 biography 'Chris Christie: The Inside Story of His Rise to Power.' I am not the Iron Chef with a similar name though sometimes get tweets meant for him, especially around Thanksgiving. Believe me, you don't want my cooking tips.
Michael Symons
Election 2022: At least five NJ counties looking for poll workers
Election 2022: At least five NJ counties looking for poll workers
As EV batteries catch fire in Florida, a call for training in NJ
The number of electric vehicles in New Jersey now tops 80,000. Some lawmakers say it's time to ensure firefighters, EMTs are trained in case they catch fire.
New concealed-carry gun limits for NJ advance, despite concerns
Legislation setting up new rules for carrying guns in New Jersey appear to be on the fast track in the state Assembly.
What recession? A look at how much NJ has collected from its major taxes
September state tax collections were 12% higher than one year earlier and 14% higher for the first quarter of the budget year.
NJ voter registration deadline nearly here – how to sign up online
The voter registration deadline for the 2022 general election in New Jersey is Tuesday, Oct. 18.
Saudi-funded LIV Golf could get banned from NJ, Trump’s course
Advancing legislation takes aim at 'sportswashing' and seeks to prevent LIV Golf from returning to New Jersey. It was at Trump National in Bedminster in July.
By the numbers: Work-from-home surge transforms NJ economy
Census Bureau estimates find that 22% of people with jobs in New Jersey last year worked from home.
NJ lawmakers aim for nation’s toughest concealed-carry law
Bill unveiled Thursday is on a fast track for Assembly approval within two weeks. Among its provision: People would need to carry insurance to carry a gun.
NJ intervenes at water utility after neighboring towns complain
Trenton Water Works, which supplies water to more than 200,000 customers in Mercer County, will have direct oversight from the state and an on-site adviser.
Investigative agency finds big problems at NJ drug rehab centers
Patient brokering, double billing, rigged drug tests. The State Commission of Investigation says the addiction treatment industry is rife with issues.
NJ freezes some property tax bills: Top 10 towns gaining (or melting) the most
Senior Freeze application deadline is on Oct. 31. Income eligibility thresholds have been raised, but participation remains down. More changes may be coming.
NJ gambling addicts charged with crimes could get help, not jail
New Jersey lawmakers are considering a gambling treatment diversion court, similar to one established in Nevada.