NJ lawmakers push bills to protect military bases and expand veteran care access
Two Republican lawmakers from New Jersey’s 8th Legislative District are calling for swift passage of proposed legislation aimed at safeguarding military bases and improving services for veterans and personnel stationed there. Senator…
As Trump vows to dismantle DEI, NJ Democrats push to expand it across state government
TRENTON, NJ — As President Donald Trump continues the federal government’s campaign to end diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs across public institutions, New Jersey Democrats are moving in the opposite direction…
Maryland Senate introduces bill to expand protections for reproductive and fertility treatments
ANNAPOLIS, MD — Maryland lawmakers have introduced a bill aimed at expanding legal protections for reproductive health care, fertility preservation, and contraceptive services, shielding providers and patients from out-of-state legal actions. Key…
New Jersey Seeks to Expand Newspaper Public Notice Eligibility, Regulations
TRENTON, N.J. — The New Jersey Senate Judiciary Committee has advanced a bill that would extend the eligibility of newspapers and online publications for public notices and legal advertisements while imposing new…
It’s Going Down! Trump’s Yelling Timber to Expand Logging Industry
WASHINGTON — President Biden issued an executive order Friday aimed at increasing domestic timber production, citing economic and national security concerns tied to reliance on foreign lumber. The order directs the Departments…
Expect more tickets: Cumberland police to expand parking enforcement citywide
CUMBERLAND, Md. — Residents can expect increased parking enforcement throughout the city as the Cumberland Police Department (CPD) strengthens its efforts by hiring additional parking enforcement officers and expanding their reach beyond…
GoFundMe launched to help family expand search for missing Philadelphia teen
PHILADELPHIA, PA — A GoFundMe campaign has been launched to support the search for Imani Ayala, a 17-year-old girl who has been missing since December 11, 2024. The fundraiser aims to provide…
New Jersey bill seeks to expand civil service benefits for veterans, ending long history of ridiculous ‘wartime’ requirements
TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey is one of the few states in America that discriminates against U.S. military veterans who served, by requiring them to have ‘in-country’ time to be eligible for…
Mysterious drone sightings expand to Ocean County, raising concerns near military installations
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Reports of mysterious drone activity in New Jersey are expanding, with residents in Ocean County now joining those in South Jersey who have reported unexplained sightings of unmanned…
New Jersey Solar Energy Plan Expanded to Include Panels Over Farmland
TRENTON, N.J. — The New Jersey Board of Public Utilities (NJBPU) approved new regulations on Wednesday to initiate its Dual-Use Agrivoltaics Pilot Program, a state-led initiative to integrate solar energy production on…
Bi-partisan bill to expand sexual assault survivor rights signed by Governor Murphy
TRENTON, N.J. — Governor Phil Murphy signed into law a bipartisan bill expanding New Jersey’s Sexual Assault Victim’s Bill of Rights, requiring that sexual assault survivors be notified of key developments regarding…
New Jersey to Expand Bias Intimidation Law to Include False Public Alarms
TRENTON, NJ – New legislation has been passed in New Jersey expanding the state’s bias intimidation crimes to include the act of creating a false public alarm. Previously, the law covered offenses…
Philadelphia Non-Profits Receive Funding to Expand Mental Health Services for Homeless
HARRISBURG, PA – Attorney General Michelle Henry announced significant financial support for two Philadelphia-based non-profit organizations, Center for Families and Relationships (CFAR) and Project HOME, to enhance their mental health services. Each…
Feds Expand No Fly Zone Around Collapsed Key Bridge
BALTIMORE, MD – The Maryland State Police have announced an expansion of the temporary flight restriction (TFR) zone following the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge. The updated TFR now spans…
New Jersey to Expand Discrimination Protection to Members of Labor Unions
TRENTON, NJ – Senator Troy Singleton, representing Burlington’s District 7, has introduced legislation aimed at expanding the Law Against Discrimination (LAD) to include members of labor organizations among protected classes. The bill,…
Ford EV Delay Further Derails New Jersey Governor’s 2035 Gas Car Ban
TRENTON, NJ – A decision by Ford Motor Company has put a dent in the Biden-Murphy EV agenda and could impact New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy’s plan to ban the sale of…
Popcorn Park Seeking to Expand Animal Welfare Team, Announces Job Openings
FORKED RIVER, NJ — The Associated Humane Societies, a cornerstone in animal welfare for over a century, is actively recruiting for two pivotal roles at its Forked River facility, which also encompasses…
Biden Seeks To Expand Student Debt Handout In New Budget
Biden Seeks To Expand Student Debt Handout In New Budget Mary Lou Masters on March 11, 2024 President Joe Biden is hoping to expand his efforts to slash student debt with a…
Veterans Affairs Announces It Will Expand IVF Coverage To Unmarried Vets, Same-Sex Couples
Veterans Affairs Announces It Will Expand IVF Coverage To Unmarried Vets, Same-Sex Couples Kate Anderson on March 11, 2024 The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) announced Monday that it will be adding…
New Jersey Seeking to Expand Free Health Coverage to Pregnant Illegal Migrants
TRENTON, NJ — A recent legislative move by Phil Murphy aligned Democrats in the New Jersey legislature seeks to extend NJ FamilyCare coverage to include pregnant undocumented immigrants and their dependent children…
New Jersey Seeks to Expand Definition of Pedestrian in Traffic Safety Bill
Trenton, NJ – In a move to enhance road safety, New Jersey legislators have introduced a bill focused on protecting pedestrians and a broad range of personal conveyance users from motor vehicles.…
New Jersey Senate Committee Advances Bill to Expand Homebuyer Assistance Program
In Trenton, the Senate Community and Urban Affairs Committee has taken a significant step forward in expanding housing affordability and accessibility in New Jersey. The committee advanced a bill, spearheaded by Senate…
New Jersey Legislation Aims to Expand Affordable Housing Voucher Use for Homeownership
The Senate Community and Urban Affairs Committee in New Jersey has made a pivotal move by advancing legislation that significantly broadens the scope of affordable housing voucher usage. This initiative, led by…
Toms River Mayor, Council to Expand Police EMS Services
TOMS RIVER, NJ – The Toms River Township Council has introduced an ordinance that would create eight new jobs within the Toms River Police Department in the form of emergency service operators…
Burundi economy to expand 4.3% in 2024 vs 2.7% last year – IMF
NAIROBI (Reuters) – Burundi’s economy is projected to expand 4.3% this year from 2.7% in 2023, helped by improved performance in the agriculture sector, the International Monetary Fund said. With a population…
Blackstone to expand private equity headcount in Singapore in Southeast Asia push
By Yantoultra Ngui, Kane Wu and M. Sriram SINGAPORE/HONG KONG/MUMBAI (Reuters) – Blackstone Inc, the world’s largest alternative asset manager, will double its private equity business headcount in Singapore within the next…
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