Trenton, NJ news on Friday, October 30, 2026

In Trenton, NJ on Friday, October 30, 2026: Lead testing urged for NJ children; Medicaid ruling. Also: Federal judge blocked the Trump administration's Medicaid work requirement restrictions in a lawsuit co-led by New Jersey; New Jersey will receive $8.9 million from General Motors in settlement over alleged sale of drivers' private data. Weather: Mostly clear and cool today, 55–69°F with light winds.

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Headlines

Federal judge blocked the Trump administration's Medicaid work requirement restrictions in a lawsuit co-led by New Jersey.WRNJ Radio · Oct 30, 8:57 AM

News & local government

New Jersey will receive $8.9 million from General Motors in settlement over alleged sale of drivers' private data.WRNJ Radio · Oct 30, 6:03 AM
New Jersey gas prices dropped 21 cents over the past month as Election Day approaches.Save Jersey · Oct 29, 1:26 PM

Health & care

New Jersey health officials urge parents to test children for lead exposure as part of National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week.WRNJ Radio · Oct 30, 3:57 AM

Sports

Rams host Trenton Central in a playoff clash on Friday night.TAPinto · Oct 29, 9:05 PM

Culture & arts

Jersey Arts Podcast featured "Gotta Match!" at the Trenton City Museum.NewJerseyStage.com · Oct 29, 6:55 PM

Community & volunteering

A rally was held in Trenton supporting the Sensory Inclusive Hair Care Act.Hoodline · Oct 30, 10:42 AM

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