Below is Insider NJ’s Morning Intelligence Briefing:
QUOTE OF THE DAY: “I think anybody who tells you that they would have predicted that Trump could win CD-9 is not being truthful. That was never a possibility on either side of the aisle.” – Senator Gopal
TOP STORY: They Came, They Saw, They Hunkered in for a Civil Discussion
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RetireReady NJ collected more than $1M towards retirement savings for private sector workers across the state.
The state’s standardize test scores continue to improve but the postpandemic recovery continues, according to NJ Monitor.
A report finds that cutting food waste could help feed the hungry, according to NJ Spotlight.
The drinking water for 200,000 NJ customers went untested for a year, according to NJ101.5.
A judge will hear arguments in Warren County’s lawsuit against the Star-Ledger and Daily Record, according to NJ Globe.
As Rutgers launches a presidential search, the job has changed, according to NorthJersey.com.
The labor dispute between Clara Maas Hospital and nurses continues to boil, according to NJ Spotlight.
‘One-On-One with Steve Adubato’ celebrates 30 years.
ICYMI: Helmy stepping down; gas tax increase; Gottheimer launched guv campaign; Sherrill launched guv candidacy; Dems lost strength
The state’s budget belt may face tightening, according to NJ Spotlight.
Senator Steinhardt says the state’s ‘broken, woke’ criminal justice system needs fixing, according to NorthJersey.com.
ICYMI: Ballot questions dogged committee; state preparing to defend against deportation; guv candidates converged at conference; Haytaian passed away; Bramnick bucked party
In Atlantic City, the CFBNJ partnered with DoorDash to reach food insecure seniors in the city.
In Camden, the city is cracking down on illegal parking, according to TAPinto.
In Edison, civil rights groups slammed the council’s ban on ‘props’, according to NJ101.5. The mayor says the American flag isn’t banned, according to NJ101.5. The council president apologized after the story went national, according to NJ Globe.
In Greenwich, officials sided with residents in a warehouse fight, according to Burlington County Times.
In Hackensack, a group is opposing a apartment building plan for Anderson Street, according to NorthJersey.com.
In Haddon Heights, the town is ending its dry spell, according to NJ Spotlight.
In Hoboken, Marine View Plaza could have a potential 9.8% rent hike next year, according to Hudson County View. The BOE is launching a survey on a new strategic plan, according to Hudson County View.
In Jersey City, Singh will run on Solomon’s slate for council, according to Hudson County View.
In Little Falls, homeowners are worried about a dangerous river, according to NJ.com.
In Maplewood, an ordinance was introduced to establish a stormwater utility, according to TAPinto.
In Montclair, the town is seeking input on a senior center, according to NorthJersey.com.
In Moorestown, a warehouse plan would cut down all but 9 of 236 trees on a site, according to the Philadelphia Inquirer.
In Mount Holly, a judge rejected runoffs, according to NJ Globe.
In Ocean City, a room tax vote is likely to be delayed, according to the Press of Atlantic City.
In Prospect Park, a mother is suing the school district over bullying, according to NorthJersey.com.
In Spring Lake, Verizon’s cell phone tower proposal was rejected, according to TAPinto.
In Teaneck, high school students plan a ‘Walkout for Palestine’, according to NorthJersey.com.
In Trenton, South Ward Councilwoman Kettenberg holds a slim lead in the runoff, according to NJ Globe.
In Toms River, Downtown Toms River has a new executive director, according to the Asbury Park Press.
ICYMI: In Newark, Crump passed away; in Morristown, familiar name resurfacing; in Marlboro, sign-stealing an issue; in Howell, GOP won election; in Marlboro, voters elected split BOE ticket; in Hoboken, Councilwoman Giattino passed away; in Howell, little unity w/in GOP
AROUND THE WEB:
Key points from 5 who want to be the next governor of NJ
Dino Flammia, NJ1015
- New Jersey’s race for governor in 2025 is crowded, with multiple candidates on both sides of the political aisle. Five of those candidates gathered on stage Wednesday in front of hundreds of New Jersey employers and business leaders.
Is it a drone? A plane? Our experts weigh in on recent lights in North Jersey night sky
Kyle Morel, NorthJersey.com
- Reports of unidentified drones flying through the night sky have had much of North Jersey abuzz for the past few weeks. The numerous sightings, and posts claiming to show photo and video footage of the objects, have caused the FBI to get involved. But neither they nor local law enforcement agencies have offered many answers, only statements assuring residents that there is no known threat to the public.
Jared Isaacman, Billionaire from Westfield, is Trump’s Pick to Lead NASA
TAPinto Westfield Staff
- President-elect Donald Trump has picked Jared Isaacman, a billionaire and commercial space explorer who lived in Westfield as a child, to be NASA’s next administrator, according to reports. Isaacman attended Westfield Public Schools from kindergarten through sixth grade and has said that his dreams of traveling to space began while looking at pictures of the space shuttle as a kindergartner at Wilson Elementary School.
Town Hall: Protecting kids from online predators
Eric Scott, NJ1015
- With kids spending considerable time on the internet every day, parents need to understand how to identify where predators are lurking and how to safeguard their children. On Thursday at 7 p.m., New Jersey 101.5 presents a special Town Hall broadcast, “Targeted: Protecting New Jersey Children from Online Predators,” confronting the crisis of online child predators, and how children and parents are affected.
Families welcomed to Habitat homes in Perth Amboy ‘where love and dreams will grow’
Cheryl Makin, MyCentralJersey.com
- Two more families are celebrating the holiday season at home thanks to Greater Middlesex & Morris Habitat for Humanity (GMM Habitat). The new Habitat homeowners, government officials, volunteers, donors and staff families and friends participated in a dedication and ribbon cutting ceremony on Nov. 13. The celebration brought together all those who partnered to complete the new single-family homes for an Army veteran family of five and a three-generation civilian family of four.
Biden’s toxic pardon of his son | Moran
Tom Moran, Star-Ledger
- President Biden had good reason to fear that his son, Hunter, would be unfairly prosecuted once Donald Trump takes power. The president-elect has made his foul intentions clear, and the man he just nominated to run the FBI, Kash Patel, has already declared Hunter a felon and vowed to get him. Biden knows, too, that Trump will abuse the power of the pardon, no matter what. We’ve seen that Trump needs no precedent to justify his abuses of the office.
Sullivan to succeed Lowrey as CEO of Prudential Financial
Tom Bergeron, roi-nj.com
- Andrew Sullivan will succeed Charles Lowrey as CEO of Prudential Financial, effective March 31, 2025. Sullivan currently serves as executive vice president and head of international businesses and global investment management. Lowrey will remain as executive chairman of the board for 18 months, working with the board and supporting and advising Sullivan.
See how every N.J. town voted for president in 2024 interactive map
Katie Kausch, NJ Advance Media for NJ.com
- Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris received the majority of votes in 253 of New Jersey’s 565 towns, but President-elect Donald Trump gained significant ground statewide for Republicans in a traditionally blue state.
Other states protect workers from heat stroke. Why doesn’t New Jersey? | Opinion
Tanya Goldman, Raj Nayak
- Too many workers in New Jersey and across the nation work in excesive heat, and the problem is getting worse.
BY THE NUMBERS: How Trump turned New Jersey into a swing state
Matt Rooney, Save Jersey
- Everyone is buzzing about how *close* New Jersey was this year. A 5.9% loss for a Republican in the Garden State – which hasn’t gone “red” since 1988 and voted for Joe Biden by 16-points in 2020 – is nothing short of seismic. What happened? And how?
How NJ cancer survivors are guiding new patients through ‘the storm’ after diagnosis
Gene Myers, NorthJersey.com
- Linda D’Addario remembers the exact date she received her breast cancer diagnosis: Feb. 28, 2022. The news came as a shock. With no family history and no previous health issues, the diagnosis was unexpected — and devastating.
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Insider NJ’s Daily Morning Briefing for December 5, 2024 is packed with important updates and news stories that are shaping the political landscape in New Jersey. From local elections to state legislation, here are some highlights from today’s briefing:
1. Local Elections: Today’s briefing includes a rundown of the latest results from local elections across the state. From mayoral races to city council seats, Insider NJ provides a comprehensive overview of who won and what it means for the future of each community.
2. State Legislation: Insider NJ also covers the latest developments in state legislation, including updates on bills that are making their way through the New Jersey legislature. From healthcare reform to education funding, readers can stay informed on the issues that matter most to them.
3. Political Analysis: In addition to breaking news updates, Insider NJ’s Daily Morning Briefing also includes insightful political analysis from experts in the field. Readers can gain valuable insights into the implications of current events and what they mean for the future of New Jersey politics.
4. Exclusive Interviews: One of the highlights of Insider NJ’s Daily Morning Briefing is its exclusive interviews with key political figures in the state. From elected officials to grassroots activists, readers can get a firsthand look at the people shaping New Jersey’s political landscape.
Overall, Insider NJ’s Daily Morning Briefing for December 5, 2024 is a must-read for anyone interested in staying informed on the latest political developments in New Jersey. With its comprehensive coverage and insightful analysis, readers can trust Insider NJ to provide them with the information they need to stay ahead of the curve.
