Lawmaker Who Voted to Ban Plastic Bags Arrested for Shoplifting, Because They Had No Bags
BETHEL, CT — A Democratic state representative who voted in favor of banning single-use plastic bags in 2019 was arrested Monday evening for allegedly failing to scan items at a Target self-checkout.…
New Jersey’s Plastic Ban: A Confusing and Overreaching Policy Leaves Residents and Businesses Scratching Their Heads
TRENTON, NJ – Since its implementation on May 4, 2022, New Jersey’s “Get Past Plastic” law has been hailed by some as a bold step toward environmental protection, but for many residents…
After banning plastic straws and bags, Murphy lures major global plastic company to New Jersey
A new plastics factory is coming to New Jersey. The bad news is, the company could find itself having problems selling some of its products in the state. Environmental concerns aside, Phil…
Maryland man charged after girlfriend’s body found wrapped in plastic, covered in concrete
SUITLAND, MD — A Suitland man has been charged in the death of his girlfriend after her body was found wrapped in plastic and partially covered in concrete inside their shared apartment,…
Fake plastic surgeon indicted for manslaughter after fatal botched procedure in Queens
QUEENS, NY — A Queens grand jury has indicted Felipe Hoyos Foronda on charges including manslaughter for allegedly performing unauthorized cosmetic surgery that resulted in the death of a 31-year-old woman, District…
New Jersey’s plastic bag ban in need of legislative review
TRENTON, NJ – New Jersey’s plastic bag ban, enacted in May 2022 under Governor Phil Murphy, aimed to curb environmental pollution by eliminating single-use plastic bags in stores. Lauded as a progressive…
New Jerseyans Respond To Plastic Bag Ban on Reddit
TRENTON, N.J. — Nearly two years after New Jersey’s plastic bag ban took effect, residents across the Garden State are still adjusting — and talking — about the shift, with opinions ranging…
Four Dogs Found Dead in Plastic Bags on Garden State Parkway
ABERDEEN TOWNSHIP, N.J. — The New Jersey State Police are asking for the public’s assistance in an animal cruelty investigation after four deceased pit bull mixes were found in dog food bags…
New Jersey Lawmakers Push To End Phil Murphy’s Plastic Bag Ban
TRENTON, N.J. — Assemblyman John Azzariti Jr. (R-Bergen) has introduced legislation to repeal New Jersey’s 2020 ban on single-use plastic and paper bags, citing studies that show the law has increased plastic…
NJ lawmaker pushes to repeal state’s plastic bag, straw ban after study claims Murphy agenda backfired
TRENTON, N.J. — A New Jersey Republican lawmaker has introduced legislation to repeal the state’s ban on single-use plastic bags, straws, and Styrofoam containers, arguing the 2020 law has led to increased…
New Jersey’s Plastic Bag, Straw Could End if This Candidate is Elected Governor
TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey’s sweeping ban on single-use plastics, one of the strictest in the country, remains a point of contention as political figures and environmental advocates debate its future. Signed…
Trump Vows To Overturn Plastic Straw Ban, How New Jersey Could be Impacted
WASHINGTON, D.C. – President Donald Trump announced plans to sign an executive order next week reversing federal support for paper straws, calling the policy “ridiculous” and pledging to bring back plastic straws…
Study Suggests New Jersey’s Plastic Straw Ban Could Have Long Term Health Consequences
TRENTON, NJ – A recent investigation into the environmental and health impacts of drinking straws has turned the conversation on its head, challenging the notion that paper straws are a more benign…
New Jersey’s bag ban is actually increasing plastic use, waste, and emissions according to study
TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey’s ambitious plastic bag ban, implemented in May 2022, has led to a surprising outcome: a dramatic increase in plastic consumption and greenhouse gas emissions, according to a…
Indiana man accused of using plastic wrap in alleged attempt to kill mother
NEW CASTLE, Ind. — An Indiana man is facing multiple felony charges after allegedly attempting to suffocate his mother with plastic wrap during a violent confrontation over missing money, police said. Dylan…
New Jersey’s War on Fun Continues: After Plastic Straws and Bags, Bird Feeders Are in the Crosshairs, What’s Next?
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…
Philadelphia woman found dead in closet wrapped in plastic; husband charged with abuse of corpse
PHILADELPHIA — Police are investigating the death of a 61-year-old woman whose body was discovered wrapped in plastic and hidden in a closet in her Bustleton home earlier this week. The victim,…
Philadelphia police find missing woman dead, wrapped in plastic in closet; husband charged
PHILADELPHIA, Pa. — A missing persons investigation turned into a homicide probe on Wednesday after police discovered the body of 61-year-old Lola Karabaeva inside her home in Northeast Philadelphia, authorities said. Karabaeva…
Plastic Bag and Straw Ban Not Enough to Save the Earth, Now New Jersey Wants to Ban Plastic Utensils
TRENTON, NJ – New Jersey has already banned plastic bags, plastic straws, but apparently, those bans are saving the earth fast enough. Now, state Democrats have a new plan. New Jersey is…
Bill Spadea Promises to Bring Back Plastic Bags If Elected Governor
TRENTON, NJ – Bill Spadea, the well-known radio host and Republican candidate for New Jersey governor, is making waves with a bold promise: If elected, he’ll reverse the state’s plastic bag ban.…
Plastic Straws and Bags: Now New Jersey Dem Wants to Ban Plastic Bottles
TRENTON, NJ – New Jersey leads the country in a lot of bad things, but soon it can lead the country in most things banned. A Democratic state lawmaker is considering legislation…
Plastic Straw Banning New Jersey Dems Littering Highways With Plastic Road Signs
TRENTON, NJ — New Jersey Democrats, who recently led initiatives to reduce plastic waste by banning single-use plastic straws, are now facing criticism for their widespread use of plastic campaign signs. As…
Jane Doe Found Dead In Plastic Bag With Gunshot Wound to Head in Manhattan
New York, NY – On Friday, July 5, 2024, at approximately 4:53 p.m., officers from the 13th Precinct responded to a report of a suspicious package in front of 207 East 27th…
Earth Day is New Jersey Dem’s One Day a Year to Tackle Plastic Waste
TRENTON, N.J. – Witnesses shed light on approaches to combat plastics pollution during Monday’s session of the Senate and Assembly Environment Committee. Judith Enck, president of Beyond Plastics and a former EPA…
New Jersey Democrats Push Businesses to Comply with Murphy’s Plastic Straw Ban
TRENTON, NJ—In a push for environmental sustainability, Senator John McKeon has reached out to New Jersey’s largest food service providers to enforce the state’s single-use plastics ban, specifically targeting the use of…
New Jersey Lawmakers Move to Overturn Governor’s Plastic Bag, Plastic Straw Ban
TRENTON, NJ – A new bill introduced in New Jersey seeks to repeal existing regulations on single-use products, specifically targeting the prohibition against certain plastic and polystyrene items. The legislation aims to…
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