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New Jersey’s War on Fun Continues: After Plastic Straws and Bags, Bird Feeders Are in the Crosshairs, What’s Next?

Breaking Local News ReportNovember 20, 20240

New Jersey is at it again, and this time it’s bird feeders. That’s right—the state that’s already banned plastic straws, plastic bags, and even plans to phase out gas-powered cars is now setting its sights on our feathery friends. And before you clutch your birdseed in panic, let’s break down what’s happening here. The latest drama unfolds around Assembly Bill No. 360, a bill designed to curb black bear interactions by cracking down on summer bird feeders. The logic? Bears find them irresistible, and once they roll up to a buffet of sunflower seeds, it’s game over for peaceful coexistence.

Reminder: Next Week’s Scheduled Atlantic City Air Show Has Been Canceled

Breaking Local News ReportAugust 4, 20240

ATLANTIC CITY, NJ — The highly anticipated 2024 Atlantic City Airshow, originally scheduled for August 13 and 14, has been canceled, as announced by the Greater Atlantic City Chamber, Visit Atlantic City, and the South Jersey Transportation Authority. The cancellation follows the withdrawal of a major act from the lineup, which prompted the organizers to call off the event. The specific act that withdrew has not been disclosed, but it has been confirmed that the U.S.A.F. Thunderbirds have ceased weekday performances and the Blue Angels did not include Atlantic City in their schedule for the year. Despite the disappointment, the

Jack Black Bandmate: Don’t Miss Next Time

Breaking Local News ReportJuly 15, 20240

Kyle Gass Makes Controversial Comment About Trump at Sydney Concert During a Tenacious D concert at the ICC Sydney Theatre on Sunday, Kyle Gass made a controversial remark about former President Donald Trump. The incident occurred when Jack Black presented Gass with a birthday cake on stage. As Gass blew out the candles, he was heard saying, “Don’t miss Trump next time,” which elicited mixed reactions from the audience. The comment caused the crowd to erupt, with some attendees laughing and clapping while others expressed their disapproval. This event follows Jack Black’s recent appearance at a Hollywood fundraiser for President

Best Buy Plans Further Store Closures Amid Strategic Shift, Could New Jersey Be Next?

Breaking Local News ReportJune 20, 20240

HOWELL, NJ – Best Buy, the renowned electronics retailer, closed approximately 24 stores last year as part of its ongoing strategic adjustments. Despite robust sales during the recent holiday season, the company is set to shutter an additional 10 to 15 stores by 2025. The decision to close stores comes alongside Best Buy’s initiative to explore new store formats aimed at enhancing customer engagement and experience, according to company officials. “While some locations will permanently close, others may undergo renovations aimed at revitalizing the store experience,” noted Best Buy CEO in a recent statement. Among recent closures, Best Buy recently

NJEA President Who Fought Against Parental Rights Seeks to be New Jersey’s Next Governor

Breaking Local News ReportJune 15, 20240

Spiller supports drag queen story hour in public schools Sean Spiller, a progressive figure in New Jersey politics and the current NJEA president, is voicing a strong message of inclusivity and reform as he campaigns for governor. Spiller, who began his career as a high school science teacher and a college hockey player, has been a notable political presence in the state, especially after being considered for the lieutenant governor position in 2013. During his tenure as NJEA President, Spiller supported identity politics, reduction of parental rights in the classroom, bans against libraries removing inappropriate books and the attack on

Seaside Heights Shops Closed Out of Fear of Safety, What’s Next for the Jersey Shore?

Conservative TimesMay 29, 20240

SEASIDE HEIGHTS, NJ – Seaside Heights Mayor Anthony Vaz and the Seaside Heights Police Department dealt with large crowds, unruly teens, and pandemonium after a false report of a gunshot this past Memorial Day weekend. According to police, nearly 100 people, including teens and adults, were arrested over the weekend. Police reported that 18 juveniles and 72 adults were arrested. A report of gunfire sent people running in panic as police, armed with assault rifles charged up the boardwalk, ready for an active shooter response. Luckily. it was a false alarm. That action prompted the borough to enforce its 10

Rising Costs Sink New York Ocean Wind Projects, Is New Jersey Next?

Conservative TimesApril 20, 20240

TRENTON, NJ – This week, rising costs sunk three offshore wind farm projects in New York State. After a tumultuous year on the other side of the river, New Jersey lost two large projects being built by Danish wind energy giant 0rsted. 0rsted bailed on New Jersey, and costs are continuing to rise, making previous wind energy deals unaffordable. Can New Jersey be the next in the line of turbine dominos to fall? New York Cancels Three Offshore Wind Projects Over Turbine and Pricing Challenges New York has terminated three offshore wind projects after encountering pricing issues triggered by GE

‘What’s Next?’: Dem Assemblywoman Rips Biden, Adams Over NYC School’s Use For Illegal Aliens

The Daily CallerJanuary 11, 20240

‘What’s Next?’: Dem Assemblywoman Rips Biden, Adams Over NYC School’s Use For Illegal Aliens Harold Hutchison on January 10, 2024 A New York state assemblywoman from New York City blasted President Joe Biden and Democratic Mayor Eric Adams after a high school was temporarily closed to house illegal immigrants. James Madison High School in Brooklyn announced students would “pivot to remote learning” Tuesday in order to accommodate 2,000 illegal immigrants being sheltered at Floyd Bennett Field. Democratic State Assemblywoman Jaime Williams of New York called the shift “disruptive” for the students. “It’s not fair to our parents,” Williams told Fox

Toy Stores Could Face Fines for Not Having Gender-Neutral Section. Is New Jersey Next?

Conservative TimesDecember 27, 20230

TRENTON, NJ – When it comes to unpopular laws, New Jersey, under the leadership of Governor Phil Murphy, usually does what California does. We’ve seen it with COVID-19 restrictions, sanctuary state laws, and even the banning of gasoline-powered cars. On New Year’s Day, California law will require toy stores to add gender-neutral toy departments. Those who don’t comply will be fined. That leaves just one question. Is New Jersey next? A new California law mandates large retailers to establish gender-neutral toy sections, effective Jan. 1. The legislation, signed by Gov. Gavin Newsom in 2021, applies to stores with over 500

Key Phil Murphy Ally Abandons 2035 Gas Car Ban, Is New Jersey Next?

Phil StiltonNovember 29, 20230

TRENTON, NJ – Just as the chips are falling around New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy’s offshore wind energy farms, they are starting to fall around the proposed 2035 gasoline-powered car ban. Phil Murphy’s ally, Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont, has withdrawn a contentious proposal to mandate future electric vehicle (EV) purchases. The decision comes after the plan, introduced four months ago, faced bipartisan opposition from key legislators. Lamont introduced the proposal in July, aiming to align Connecticut’s emissions standards with California’s. California’s most stringent regulation in the U.S. requires all new passenger vehicles sold to be electric by 2035. Lamont described

Iranian Cyberterrorist Group Targeting U.S. Water Infrastructure: Is New Jersey Next?

Conservative TimesNovember 27, 20230

TRENTON, NJ – The war between Hamas and Israel has hit close to home as Iranian-backed cyberterrorists have announced they are targeting U.S. water systems. They have already hacked into a municipal utility company’s network in Pennsyvlania and are promising more of the same. The group threatens there are more attacks like the one this weekend in the works. Many utilities along the U.S. eastern seaboard use similar technology in their municipal water systems. The New Jersey Cybersecurity and Communications Integration Cell, a government-run agency, openly admits New Jersey’s water infrastructure is a prime target for cyber terrorists. “The NJCCIC

‘The Ground Shook In Gaza’: Israel’s Defense Minister Announces ‘Next Stage’ In War Against Hamas

The Daily CallerOctober 29, 20230

‘The Ground Shook In Gaza’: Israel’s Defense Minister Announces ‘Next Stage’ In War Against Hamas Ryan Meilstrup on October 28, 2023 Israel’s defense minister announced on Saturday that the war against Hamas has entered a “new stage” following expanded ground operations that were launched against Gaza beginning on Friday. Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant said in televised remarks that the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) had expanded ground operations against Gaza by sending in tanks and infantry backed by large strikes from the air and sea, according to The Associated Press. However, an IDF spokesperson told ABC News on Friday that

Explainer-Country Garden: What happens next?

ReutersOctober 17, 20230

By Clare Jim HONG KONG (Reuters) – Country Garden’s entire offshore debt will be deemed to be in default if China’s largest private property developer fails to make a $15 million coupon payment on Tuesday, the end of a 30-day grace period. WHAT IS EXPECTED TO HAPPEN NEXT? A non-payment is expected after Country Garden last week warned about its inability to meet offshore debt obligations. Its dollar bonds are being bid at below 6 cents on the dollar. Country Garden has appointed Houlihan Lokey, China International Capital Corporation (CICC) and law firm Sidley Austin as advisers to carry out

Single Use Plastic Bottles Banned in Mass., Could New Jersey Be Next?

Phil StiltonSeptember 19, 20230

TRENTON, NJ – New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy has banned plastic bags, plastic straws, foam containers, and gas cars, could single-use plastic bottles be next? If he continues to follow the lead of other state governors who share his climate views, it could happen. Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey announced an immediate ban on the purchase of single-use plastic bottles by state agencies. The announcement was made at a Clinton Global Initiative meeting in New York City. Healey, a Democrat, outlined the new policy alongside other environmental initiatives, such as establishing “biodiversity conservation” goals for the state. The governor has consistently

GABRIEL NADALES: Anarchy Has Gripped Portland. Is Your City Next?

The Daily CallerAugust 31, 20230

GABRIEL NADALES: Anarchy Has Gripped Portland. Is Your City Next? Gabriel Nadales on August 30, 2023 In 2019, journalist Andy Ngo was savagely attacked by a cadre of so-called Antifa activists leading to a brain injury. While the black masks they wore made it difficult to identify them, fortunately for Ngo, the attack was captured completely on video. Despite the video evidence, no criminal charges were ever filed. It was up to Andy Ngo to find justice — and he put in the work. Thanks to his journalist experience he was able to identify the attackers and file a civil

Aussie home price downturn over, to rise this year and next: Reuters poll

ReutersAugust 30, 20230

By Devayani Sathyan BENGALURU (Reuters) – Australian home prices likely bottomed much earlier than previously expected and will rise for the rest of this year and next, as the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) is at or near the end of its tightening cycle, a Reuters poll of analysts found. The RBA has raised rates by 400 basis points since May 2022 to 4.10%, but that policy move did little to dent house prices which fell only about 9% from their peak, after surging 25% during the COVID pandemic. They rose for a fifth straight month in July. The same

Major City Considers Robotaxis: Is New York Next?

Pamela RosenthalAugust 10, 20230

NEW YORK, NY – You’ve heard about drone-delivered food and robot deliveries, but could robotaxis be the next big thing in America’s big cities? Would New Yorkers ever consider using a tax on autopilot in the city’s bustling and chaotic streets? One city thinks it can work. Amid strong opposition from San Francisco officials and residents, a vote is scheduled to take place on Thursday by a California state agency regarding a proposal to permit continuous deployment of self-driving taxis throughout the city. If approved, General Motors’ Cruise and Alphabet Inc’s Waymo would be allowed to extend their testing of

Mo Hill lost his bid for re-election in Toms River, what happens next?

Phil StiltonJune 9, 20230

TOMS RIVER, NJ – On Tuesday, Toms River Mayor Maurice Hill lost his bid to get the Republican nominee in the November general election. Hill lost to his nemesis, Councilman Dan Rodrick in an election that wasn’t even close. So what happens next? Mo Hill and his team will continue to serve their terms in office, which expire on December 31, 2023. While Hill and his team can be considered in a ‘lame duck session’, they are still anything but lame ducks. Until New Year’s Day, Hill and his team still control the majority on the council and the mayor’s

Kiwi house prices to descend further this year and rise next- Reuters poll

ReutersMay 31, 20230

By Devayani Sathyan BENGALURU (Reuters) – New Zealand house prices are forecast to drop further this year, pressured by higher interest rates, according to a Reuters poll of property analysts, who expect a 20% peak-to-trough correction, roughly similar to a survey taken three months ago. In one of the most unaffordable housing markets in the world home prices have fallen a little over 15% from November 2021 peaks, a fraction of the 40% they soared during the pandemic as home buyers chased more space with near-zero interest rates. Despite the Reserve Bank of New Zealand hiking rates by 525 basis

Germany home prices to fall modestly this year and next: Reuters poll

ReutersMay 31, 20230

By Indradip Ghosh BENGALURU (Reuters) – Home prices in Germany are forecast to correct modestly this year and decline a bit more in 2024 as a series of interest rate rises further cools hot demand for property during the pandemic, according to analysts polled by Reuters. Higher borrowing costs, along with still-elevated consumer inflation, dragged average residential prices down 3.6% in the final quarter of 2022 on a year earlier, their biggest decrease since the 2007-08 financial crisis. Rate rises have also pushed Europe’s biggest economic engine into a mild recession. But the recent decline in home prices is small

St. Louis Fed’s Bullard says rate increase this week was good ‘next step’

ReutersMay 5, 20230

WASHINGTON (Reuters) – The quarter point rate increase approved by the Federal Reserve this week was “a good next step” in the fight against inflation, St. Louis Fed President James Bullard said on Friday. “We have a lot of inflation in the U.S. economy,” Bullard said in the first policymaker comments since the Fed’s latest meeting. “It was a good next step for the committee,” Bullard said, without indicating if he still feels even higher rates are appropriate. (Reporting by Howard Schneider; Editing by Chris Reese)

New York to ban gas stoves, is New Jersey next?

Phil StiltonApril 1, 20230

TRENTON, NJ – If recent history indicates which direction New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy seeks to take the Garden State, news from New York state should have Jersey residents concerned. Politico reported last week that the administration of Governor Kathy Hochul, a close political ally of Phil Murphy, is moving toward banning all gas and fossil fuel appliances in new construction projects, including single-family homes. That policy will be embedded into the state’s proposed budget, according to Politico. Proposals to ban fossil fuel furnaces, clothes dryers, gas stoves, and water heaters have been championed by Hochul and her allies in

California moves to ban diesel trucks; Is New Jersey next?

Phil StiltonMarch 28, 20230

TRENTON, NJ – A move at the federal level have given the state of California to ban the sale of new diesel-powered heavy-duty vehicles by 2045. That move could have chilling rippling effects nationwide, including here in New Jersey where Governor Phil Murphy regularly mimics New York and California’s progressive and green energy policies. This year, Murphy joined the 2035 ban of gasoline-powered vehicles, boasting that he modeled his ban on the existing California gas car ban. According to DCNF, “The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) will approve California’s proposed rules, which would obligate all new heavy-duty vehicles — including shipping trucks

New Jersey bans gas-powered cars; is Pennsylvania next?

Phil StiltonMarch 28, 20230

PHILADELPHIA, PA – In just a few years, the sale of new gasoline-powered cars will be banned in the neighboring state of New Jersey. That’s because New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy signed an executive order banning the sale of all new gas-powered cars after 2035. While the ban does not prohibit New Jerseyans from crossing state lines into states like Pennsylvania to purchase new gasoline-powered cars, they might have to go a bit further. New York has already announced a similar ban, but is Pennsylvania next? So far, Governor Josh Shapiro has not joined New Jersey and New York in

Students At This College Can Take A Course In ‘Dead White Women’ Next Semester

The Daily CallerDecember 31, 20220

Alexa Schwerha on December 30, 2022 Westminster College, located in Salt Lake City, Utah, will offer a course titled “Dead White Women” during the spring 2023 semester which will analyze society’s “(unhealthy) obsession with the death of white women,” according to the course catalog. The four-credit course is offered in both the film studies and gender studies departments, according to the catalog. The class will study why shows on the Investigation Discovery channel feature the deaths of white women more than the deaths of men. “With programing that holds salacious titles such as Stalked, Last Seen Alive, Surviving Evil, Southern