Murphy promises expansion to universal pre-K in New Jersey

PALISADES PARK, N.J. — Gov. Phil Murphy said New Jersey will institute universal pre-kindergarten across the state for all 3- and 4-year-olds. Murphy has increased state funding for pre-K since he took office in 2018 by 35%, but the pledge Thursday will expand the availability of early childhood education. So far in the state, 140 [...]