New Jersey Train Fare Hikes Increase Mass Transit Cost by 15%
TRENTON, NJ – Mass transit services in New Jersey are running out of money. Mass transit, one of the cornerstones of Governor Murphy’s green energy …
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US services sector cooling; input price increase slows considerably
By Lucia Mutikani WASHINGTON (Reuters) – U.S. services industry growth slowed further in March, while a measure of prices paid by businesses for inputs dropped …
US factory orders increase solidly in February
WASHINGTON (Reuters) – New orders for U.S.-manufactured goods rebounded more than expected in February, boosted by demand for machinery and commercial aircraft as manufacturing regains …
New Jersey Gun Violence Down as Conceal Carry Permits Increase 3000%
Surge in New Jersey’s Concealed Carry Permits Amid Historic Low in Shootings TRENTON, NJ – A new report highlights a significant increase in concealed carry …
U.S. pending home sales increase moderately, NAR says
By Amina Niasse (Reuters) – Pending home sales in the U.S. rose 1.6% in February, spurred by modest inventory increases and job gains, a report …
Two New Jersey GOP Lawmakers Vote Yes to Phil Murphy Gas Tax Increase, EV Tax
JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ—Two New Jersey lawmakers, Alex Sauickie and Robert Clifton, voted yes to help Democrats in Trenton approve a massive overhaul of the state’s …
New Jersey Lawmakers Seek to Increase Fines of Smoking Weed at the Beach
New Jersey Law would Increase Penalties for Smoking Cannabis on Public Beaches TRENTON, NJ — In a update to the New Jersey Smoke Free Air …
Perth Amboy Touts Zero Tax Increase in 2024 Budget
Perth Amboy Submits Balanced Budget for 2024, Avoids Tax Increases PERTH AMBOY, NJ – The City Council received a balanced budget for 2024, marking a …
Maryland State Police to Increase Patrols for St. Patrick’s Day Weekend Safety
PIKESVILLE, MD — In an effort to ensure public safety over the St. Patrick’s Day weekend, the Maryland State Police will be ramping up patrols …
New Jersey Bill Lowers Standards for School Bus Drivers, Increase Penalties for Negligence
New Jersey Assembly Bill No. 4835 Simplifies School Bus Operation Requirements TRENTON, NJ – The Assembly Transportation and Independent Authorities Committee has favorably reported on …
Biden’s Budget Estimates Debt Would Increase At Least $14.8 Trillion In A Two-Term Presidency
Biden’s Budget Estimates Debt Would Increase At Least $14.8 Trillion In A Two-Term Presidency Terence P. Jeffrey on March 11, 2024 President Joe Biden released …
New Jersey Announces New Annual Electric Vehicle Tax, Increase in Gas Tax
New Jersey Advances Transportation Funding with Significant Legislative Changes TRENTON, NJ—A recent legislative update aims to significantly amend the “New Jersey Transportation Trust Fund Authority …
New Jersey Corporations to See 2.5% Tax Increase Under New Murphy Budget
TRENTON, NJ — Assemblyman Christopher DePhillips vocally opposed Governor Phil Murphy’s newly proposed corporate surtax, labeling it a “transit fee” in the governor’s recent budget …
Alexandria Police Investigate Overnight Sexual Assault; Increase Patrols
Alexandria, VA – The Alexandria Police Department is actively investigating a sexual assault reported to have occurred overnight in the vicinity of Mount Vernon and …
Baltimore Police Report Increase in Drug and Gun Arrests in Citywide Operation
BALTIMORE, MD – Baltimore Police officers are making headway in their continuous battle against violence within Baltimore City through significant gun and drug seizures. In …
Bankruptcy Filings Surge in 2023, Marking Significant Increase After Decade of Decline
TRENTON, NJ – In the twelve-month period ending December 31, 2023, the United States saw a notable rise in bankruptcy filings, according to the latest …
Toll Hike for New Jersey Weeks Away, Governor On Board With Increase
TRENTON, NJ – New Jersey’s transportation history is marked by a series of toll adjustments aimed at supporting its vast network of roads and bridges. …
Border Patrol Reports Increase in Body Cavity Drug Smuggling
CBP Officers Thwart Multiple Drug Smuggling Attempts at Paso Del Norte Border El Paso, TX – U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the …
US budget gap should prompt Treasury to increase auction sizes again
By Karen Brettell (Reuters) – The U.S. Treasury Department is likely to announce one more round of increases in its auction sizes when it details …
Jackson Township Council Moves to Increase Oversight at Jackson MUA
JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ – The Jackson Township Council is seeking additional oversight on the independent Jackson Township Municipal Utilities Authority by placing an additional member …
FBI Warns of Increase in Child Related Online Extortion Cases
The FBI has issued a warning about the rising cases of sextortion, where offenders manipulate minors into producing sexually explicit material for extortion. These crimes, …
Ocean Township Police Report Increase in Home Burglaries
The Ocean Township Police Department is raising awareness in the community following a series of residential and vehicle burglaries in recent weeks. Residents are being …
China’s residential foreclosures increase 43% in 2023
BEIJING/HONG KONG (Reuters) – The number of foreclosed homes in China rose 43% year-on-year in 2023, according to a private survey on Monday, highlighting a …
Banks should increase use of ‘discount window’ to prevent crises -expert group
(Reuters) – Commercial banks should prepare to borrow more readily from central banks to limit contagion in times of stress and discourage runs by depositors, …
US private payrolls increase in December – ADP
WASHINGTON (Reuters) – U.S. private employers hired more workers than expected in December, pointing to persistent strength in the labor market that should continue to …
UK borrowers increase demand for loans despite rate hikes
LONDON (Reuters) – Net borrowing by British consumers was the highest in nearly seven years in November and lenders approved the most mortgages since June, …
Governor Murphy Touts New Jersey’s $15.13 Minimum Wage Increase in 2024
TRENTON, NJ – New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy touted his administration’s accomplishment of surpassing the $15 minimum wage campaign promise he made to New Jersey …
Russia’s Avtovaz to increase car production to 500,000 in 2024
MOSCOW (Reuters) – Russia’s state-run carmaker Avtovaz said on Thursday it plans to increase production of its Lada-brand cars to 500,000 next year after targets …
France, Germany, UK and US condemn Iran’s increase in uranium enrichment
By Jonathan Landay WASHINGTON (Reuters) -France, Germany, Britain and the United States on Thursday condemned an increase by Iran in the production rate of highly …
Brick Township Police Report Increase in Shoplifting Arrests in December
BRICK TOWNSHIP, NJ – The Brick Township Street Crimes Unit (SCU) has reported an increase in shoplifting incidents and arrests during the month of December, …
Annapolis Police Chief Responds to Increase in Shootings Citywide
ANNAPOLIS, MD – On December 27, at around 10:38 AM, Annapolis Police responded to gunfire in the 1200 block of Madison Street. Officers at the …
Thai govt set to further increase spending in 2025 fiscal year
BANGKOK (Reuters) – Thailand is planning a larger budget deficit of 713 billion baht ($20.71 billion) for the 2025 fiscal year and higher spending of …
New Jersey’s Minimum Wage Increase Taxes Effect on Monday, Here’s How Much
TRENTON, NJ – New Jersey’s minimum wage will increase to $15.13 per hour for most workers starting January 1, 2024. This adjustment marks a significant …
Biden’s Tenure Marked By Major Increase In Illegal Migrant Entries To These US Territories
Biden’s Tenure Marked By Major Increase In Illegal Migrant Entries To These US Territories Jennie Taer on December 23, 2023 The Biden administration’s tenure has …
Bill Seeks to Increase Male Educators of Color Mentorship Fund In New Jersey
The Senate Education Committee recently gave a favorable report on Senate Bill No. 1660, introducing the “Male Teachers of Color Mentorship Pilot Program.” This three-year …
New Jersey Senator Seeks Increase in Telehealth Reimbursement Rate
TRENTON, NJ – The Senate Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee has approved legislation extending pay parity for telehealth services through the end of …
After Increase in Package Thefts Nationwide; Local Police Issue Warnings
LOWER GWYNEDD TOWNSHIP, PA – The Lower Gwynedd Township Police Department reports a significant rise in package thefts across the country during the holiday season. …
US CDC says there’s urgent need to increase respiratory vaccine coverage
(Reuters) -The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) on Thursday issued an alert urging healthcare providers to increase immunization coverage for influenza, COVID-19 …
Disney, Comcast increase US ad spending on Instagram after dropping Musk’s X – report
By Jaspreet Singh (Reuters) – Big U.S. companies including Walt Disney and Comcast increased advertising spending on Instagram after pausing commercials on X last month, …
Japan’s TSE to ask companies with subsidiary listings to increase disclosure – Nikkei
(Reuters) – The Tokyo Stock Exchange (TSE) will ask listed companies with publicly traded subsidiaries or equity affiliates to increase disclosure about corporate governance, Nikkei …
Russia to end rate hiking cycle with final increase to 16% on Friday
By Alexander Marrow and Elena Fabrichnaya MOSCOW (Reuters) – Russia will raise interest rates to 16% on Friday, a Reuters poll showed on Monday, with …
Boston Police Warn of Increase in Roofie, Ketamine Spiked Drinks Citywide
BOSTON, MA – The Boston Police Department has alerted the public to the dangers of drugs such as Rohypnol (‘roofie’), GHB (gamma-hydroxybutyric acid), and Ketamine …
Toms River Schools Face Increase in Disadvantaged Non-English Speaking Students
TOMS RIVER, NJ – The demographics in the northern section of Toms River, known as North Dover. Once seen as one of the more affluent …
New York Sending More State Police to Cities As Violent Hate Crimes Increase
New York City is touted as one of the most progressive cities in America, yet there is so much violent crime and hate crime throughout …
Black Friday Sales Show Modest Increase, E-Commerce Gains Prominence
NEW YORK – Mastercard SpendingPulse reported a 2.5% increase in U.S. retail sales on Black Friday compared to last year, excluding automotive sales. This figure, …
Police Chief Notes Increase in Retail Thefts
CHEEKTOWAGA, NY – District Attorney John J. Flynn, alongside Cheektowaga Police Department Chief Brian Gould, addressed the rising concern of retail theft in Erie County. …
China aviation regulator head, US ambassador seek increase of flights
BEIJING (Reuters) – The head of China’s civil aviation regulator, Song Zhiyong, met with the U.S. Ambassador in Beijing Nicholas Burns, and exchanged views on …
NATO examining permanent increase of troops in Kosovo -Stoltenberg
PRISTINA (Reuters) -NATO is looking into a more permanent increase in the number of troops in the Western Balkans to keep tensions under control, NATO …
Investors increase holdings of weight-loss drug makers’ shares in Q3 -filings
By Carolina Mandl NEW YORK (Reuters) – Some big investors showed increased appetite for weight-loss drug makers in the third quarter, piling in to shares …
EU digital chief urges TikTok, X to increase clean-up efforts
BRUSSELS (Reuters) – Video sharing app TikTok and social media platform X both need to step up their efforts to counter illegal hate speech, European …