Below is Insider NJ’s Morning Intelligence Briefing:
QUOTE OF THE DAY: “When you don’t have a leader, you perish. You try to stop chaos.” – Passaic County Democratic Chairman Currie
TOP STORY: NJGOP Tries to Make it a Real Race in Blue New Jersey
Governor Murphy signed legislation expanding the Sexual Assault Victims’ Bill of Rights.
School districts still face teacher shortages as the new school year begins, according to NJ Monitor.
Schools are enforcing new cell phone restrictions on students, according to NJ Spotlight.
Youth mental health is still an issue in the new school year, according to NJ Spotlight.
The state has been slow to adapt to electric school buses, according to the Bergen Record.
The state is giving the Sixers details of a massive Camden arena project proposal, and huge incentives, according to ROI-NJ. Business leaders are fully behind the push, according to ROI-NJ.
The state lost tax-writing advocates in Congress with the death of Rep. Pascrell and resignation of Senator Menendez, according to NJ Spotlight.
ICYMI: Funeral held for the late Rep. Pascrell; smoking still allowed in casinos; Kelly may have helped torpedo Mastro
In CD8, the HPAE endorsed Rep. Menendez.
In CD9, critics say Senator Pou’s nomination for the seat is a good result from a bad process, according to NJ Spotlight. Pou says she’s ready to build on Pascrell’s legacy, according to NJ Spotlight.
Immigration is a key policy issue in NJ races, according to NJ Monitor.
ICYMI: NJGOP wants real race in the state; Gottheimer’s road to Guv goes through Middlesex; Pou by acclamation; Sherrill fielded questions; NJGOP going all in on RFK
Summer is ending with no action on legislation to protect outdoor workers from heat, according to NJ Monitor.
In Atlantic City, residents are receiving training to install citywide AI cameras, according to the Press of Atlantic City.
In Bayonne, the mayor urged the merger of NJCU and HCCC, according to the Jersey Journal.
In Camden, the mayor sees the potential relocation of the Sixers as the culmination of the city’s effort to transform itself, according to ROI-NJ.
In Dunellen, a $14M redevelopment was proposed for the Rescue Squad and a vacant bank, according to MyCentralJersey.
In Paramus, a housing complex was proposed near the GSP, according to the Bergen Record.
In Passaic, the high school will be demolished, according to NorthJersey.com.
In Rahway, the mayor vowed to address library funding issues, according to TAPinto.
In Raritan Township, an ordinance to discourage solicitors was introduced, according to TAPinto.
In South Orange, town halls are scheduled on the potential water system sale, according to TAPinto.
In South River, the town is ready to launch expanded pre-K, according to MyCentralJersey.
In Stone Harbor, the town is looking at shared services amid a budget hole, according to the Press of Atlantic City. Big numbers of parking tickets are now the norm in the town, according to the Press of Atlantic City.
In Warren, the planning board chair stepped down, according to NJ Hills.
In Washington Township, the final animal census count could be delayed, according to NJ Hills.
ICYMI: In Bedminster, debate prompted ‘kindergarten behavior’
AROUND THE WEB:
Which NJ Senate candidate is the real agent of change? Curtis Bashaw? Andy Kim?: Stile
Charles Stile, NorthJersey.com
- The two major party candidates for New Jersey’s open U.S. Senate seat will try to convince voters that they are the credible torchbearer of change. Republican challenger Curtis Bashaw is campaigning on his resume as a hotelier and developer from Cape May who converted a boarded-up hotel into a seaside landmark and created jobs in the process. It’s just the kind of ingenuity and imagination that Congress could use at this perilous moment of political paralysis, he argues.
Supply chain issue forces offshore wind developer to hit pause on N.J. project
Steven Rodas, NJ Advance Media for NJ.com
- Instead of offshore wind turbines on New Jersey’s horizon, the state is once again seeing challenges in helping the industry prosper here. The latest comes from one of the two project developers that in January got the go-ahead to install blades on our coast.
Officials in NJ warn: Watch out for these venomous snakes
Dino Flammia, NJ1015
- Two types of snakes that call New Jersey home are venomous. One of them has prompted warnings from officials in at least two counties over the past few weeks. Residents are being advised to stay away from the northern copperhead snake, which can grow to a few feet long and can camouflage in leaf litter.
Catholics in New Jersey sue Biden administration
The Center Square
- A group of Catholic churches in New Jersey has filed a lawsuit against the federal government seeking to reverse visa procedures for religious workers, which they say threaten the status of foreign-born clergy. The lawsuit, filed in U.S. District Court by the Catholic diocese in Paterson, on behalf of five foreign-born priests, names the U.S. Departments of State, Homeland Security, and Citizenship and Immigration Services as defendants.
These 6 Warren Co. programs are up for some of $20M in U.S. Rep. Tom Kean’s district
Glenn Epps, For lehighvalleylive.com
- U.S. Rep.Tom Kean is endorsing a number of community programs in Warren County next year, including an effort to remediate Phillipsburg’s Delaware River Park as trash from a capped landfill has started leaching to the park’s surface.
The search for Jeff Van Drew’s soul | Moran
Tom Moran, Star-Ledger
- Give this much to Rep. Jeff Van Drew – he knows how to get a good price for selling his soul. He may be a spineless, shape-shifting opportunist, but at least he’s good at it. The latest example is almost comical. Van Drew, a Republican, has won more money for his South Jersey district through the use of earmarks than anyone else in the delegation, according to a recent report from NJ Spotlight News.
New Brunswick center aims to evaluate, improve policing policies | Quigley
Joan Quigley, For The Jersey Journal
- At the edge of the Rutgers University campus in New Brunswick is the Paul S. Miller Center on Policing and Community Resilience. Recently it consolidated its two operations into one and affiliated with the Eagleton Institute. Well-known and respected among law enforcement, intelligence and homeland security agencies, it’s little known to the rest of us.
Tolls increase on Philly bridges
Matthew Fazelpoor, NJBIZ
- Beginning at midnight Sept. 1, the first toll increase in more than 13 years takes effect on the Delaware River Port Authority’s (DRPA) four bridges connecting New Jersey and Philadelphia. Under the new toll schedule – approved by the DRPA Board of Commissioners in July – tolls for passenger vehicles, small trucks and motorcycles will increase from $5 to $6 on the Ben Franklin, Walt Whitman, Commodore Barry and Betsy Ross bridges. Trucks and recreational vehicles will see an increase from $7.50 per axle to $9 per axle; buses will pay $4.50 per axle, up from $3.75.
The forgotten lawmen: The constables who paved the way for Long Hill’s police force
Guy Roshto, NJ Hills
- As Long Hill Township – formerly Passaic Township – celebrates 100 years of its police department, it’s easy to overlook the time before 1924, when ordinary citizens were the ones responsible for keeping the peace and shaping the future of law enforcement in the community.
September is a time to remember those lost to suicide, but also prevent more loss
LA Parker, The Trentonian
- September is National Suicide Prevention Month. Organizations such as Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) and National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) describe September as a time to remember the lives lost to suicide, acknowledge millions more who have experienced suicidal thoughts, and the many individuals, families and communities that have been impacted by suicide.
Which towns in Central Jersey issue the most traffic tickets? The latest numbers are in
Mike Deak, MyCentralJersey.com
- With both the New Jersey Turnpike and Garden State Parkway passing through, it’s no surprise that Woodbridge leads the list of Central Jersey towns where the most traffic tickets were issued. These numbers, compiled by the New Jersey Judiciary, show the number of traffic tickets issued in the court year from July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024. These numbers do not include parking tickets or driving while intoxicated arrests.
Hunterdon officials draft traffic changes where student was killed on first day of school
Mike Deak, MyCentralJersey.com
- The county commissioners are expected to vote Tuesday to make the intersection where a teen was killed on her way to the first day of school a four-way stop. Franklin Township had formally requested the change at the intersection of Route 617 (Sydney Road), Hogback Road, and Lower Landsdown Road after the death 16-year-old Sophia DeTorres in a 7:30 a.m. Aug. 22 accident on the first day of school at North Hunterdon High School.
When do hummingbirds leave NJ? Learn more about their migration
APP.com
- Hummingbirds are fascinating creatures known for their tiny size, incredible agility and long-distance migrations. hen do hummingbirds leave NJ? Hummingbirds typically begin their migration south in late summer or early fall, around August or September. This timing varies slightly depending on the species and their specific location.
She started in Asbury Park before covering some of the biggest trial stories ever
Dan Radel, Asbury Park Press
- Linda Deutsch, one of America’s best-known trial reporters, died Sunday at the age of 80 from pancreatic cancer at her home in Los Angeles, according to The Associated Press, for whom she reported for since 1967. Deutsch was raised at Bradley Beach and graduated from Monmouth University in 1965 when it was then Monmouth College. While there she was the features editor for The Outlook and the editor-in-chief of Monmouth Letters (now Monmouth Review), an award-winning literary and art magazine. She graduated with a degree in English.
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Good morning, New Jersey! It’s September 4, 2024, and Insider NJ has released its daily morning briefing to keep you informed on the latest news and events happening in the Garden State.
In today’s briefing, Insider NJ highlights several key stories that are shaping the political landscape in New Jersey. One of the top stories is the upcoming gubernatorial election, which is heating up as candidates from both parties ramp up their campaigns. With issues such as healthcare, education, and infrastructure at the forefront of voters’ minds, candidates are working hard to differentiate themselves and win over undecided voters.
Another important story in today’s briefing is the ongoing debate over property taxes in New Jersey. As one of the highest-taxed states in the country, residents are feeling the pinch of rising property taxes and are calling on lawmakers to find solutions to alleviate the burden. This issue is sure to be a hot topic in the upcoming election, as candidates vie for votes from taxpayers looking for relief.
In addition to these political stories, Insider NJ also covers a range of other topics in today’s briefing, including updates on local events, business news, and community initiatives. From new restaurant openings to charity fundraisers, there is something for everyone in today’s briefing.
Overall, Insider NJ’s daily morning briefing provides a comprehensive overview of the latest news and events happening in New Jersey, keeping residents informed and engaged with their community. Whether you’re a political junkie or just looking for a quick update on what’s happening in the state, Insider NJ has you covered. Stay tuned for more updates and breaking news throughout the day!
