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QUOTE OF THE DAY: “We’ve had a series of corruption scandals. Our state is sadly somewhat known for that in certain quarters. So voters have demanded, and the people of New Jersey deserve, transparency and accountability. I would disagree with certain measures that have been taken to undermine some of those ways in which we provide that to people.” – Rep. Sherrill as she launches her gubernatorial campaign
TOP STORY: What Sherrill Sees as Her Best Strength in the Governor’s Race
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Droughts and wildfires are giving the state a taste of California life, according to Politico NJ.
The state will require businesses to post salary requirements on job listings, according to the Bergen Record.
The state is giving parents a postpartum playbook, according to NJ.com.
Former Senator Menendez temporarily lost his law license, according to NJ Globe.
Passaic County completed its 2024 election count, according to NorthJersey.com.
Warren County is suing the Star-Ledger in a bid to end legal ads, according to NJ Globe.
Senator Booker shares RFK Jr.’s concerns about the US food system, according to Politico NJ.
Senator Helmy says the suffering in Gaza should ‘shock our conscience to the very core’, according to NJ Globe.
ICYMI: Gottheimer launched campaign for Governor; Sherrill launched candidacy for Governor; Democrats lost strength; voters aren’t familiar w/ guv candidates; Murphy addressed the loss of Democratic strength
In Atlantic City, Rep. Van Drew is seeking a moratorium on Housing Authority evictions, according to the Press of Atlantic City.
In Bernards, school bus re-routing is raising concerns, according to NJ Hills.
In Bloomfield, Mayor Mundell was sworn-in, according to TAPinto.
In Camden, NJ Transit unveiled plans for Walter Rand Transportation Center, according to Burlington County Times.
In Cranford, the town lost a fight against a cell tower, according to TAPinto.
In Englishtown, there’s no details on the police chief’s alleged crimes, according to the Asbury Park Press.
In Hackensack, a new police hub uses advanced technology to patrol the city, according to the Bergen Record.
In Hanover, the township is executing a river recovery plan, according to NJ Hills.
In Mahwah, the town added ‘condemnation’ to encourage Town Center improvement, according to the Bergen Record.
In Millburn, the committee discussed the leaf blowing ordinance, according to TAPinto.
In Morris Plains, residents expressed concern with traffic, according to NJ Hills.
In Ocean City, lagoon neighbors are fighting a boat slip plan, according to the Press of Atlantic City.
In Paterson, schools paid Assemblyman Wimberly twice the limit for unused days off, according to Paterson Press.
In Plainfield, Trump did better in the town than any GOP candidate in decades, according to TAPinto. Mayor Mapp fired back at Wyatt, according to TAPinto.
In Springfield, a new ordinance prohibits parking on lawns, according to TAPinto.
In Teaneck, experts weighed in on the traffic impact from cannabis businesses, according to the Bergen Record.
In Trenton, the EPA completed three clean-ups, according to the Trentonian.
In Wayne, a new master plan is being written, according to NorthJersey.com.
In West Orange, the council discussed an ordinance banning pop-up parties, according to TAPinto. The council responded to a request for gender-neutral bathroom, according to TAPinto.
ICYMI: 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; in Marlboro, tensions rising in the BOE race; in Somerville, JFK is on the ballot; in Randolph, council control at stake with huge significance
AROUND THE WEB:
Trump’s great America: Where sick people could lose their insurance | Editorial
Star-Ledger Editorial Board
- This is a red alert for sick people who need care: If you have heart disease, cancer, diabetes, obesity, mental illness or any other health condition, watch out. About 133 million Americans could lose protections for their pre-existing conditions under the new Trump administration, losing coverage altogether or facing exorbitant fees that are impossible for many of them to pay.
New York agency gives OK to $9 congestion toll
Nikita Biryukov, NJ Monitor
- New York’s Metropolitan Transportation Authority approved a controversial plan that will add a $9 congestion toll on cars crossing into Manhattan south of 60th Street in a 12-1 vote Monday. The toll is meant to generate $15 billion in capital funding for the state’s transit authority and ease congestion on New York’s traffic-choked streets, but it has drawn opposition from New Jersey officials who say the city is taxing Garden State residents and displacing traffic and pollution to the west side of the Hudson River.
Mikie Sherrill wants to be the transit, housing, and transparency-obsessed governor
Joey Fox, NJ Globe
- After months – years, even – of planning and speculation, Rep. Mikie Sherrill (D-Montclair) has at last entered the 2025 race for governor of New Jersey. She says she has a clear plan for what she wants to do if she wins. Speaking with the New Jersey Globe this morning, Sherrill homed in on three issues that she plans on making her top priorities as governor: lowering housing costs, improving public transit, and increasing transparency in a state known for its shady politics. And she said that unlike other politicians, who remained unnamed but who may include some of her opponents for the governor’s office, she’s committed to actually doing what needs to be done.
As print publications dwindle, real estate developers have less options to make public announcements
Brett Johnson, roi-nj.com
- With the termination of daily print publications for the state’s largest newspaper, The Star Ledger, there’s going to be a potentially overlooked ripple effect for real estate developers, according to one of the industry’s legal experts. That’s due to the fact that as print publications dwindle, there’s less options for keeping the public apprised of the development and zoning process. Doing so isn’t just a kind gesture, either – it’s legally required.
The New Jersey Globe 2025 Gubernatorial Endorsement Tracker
Zach Blackburn and Joey Fox, NJ Globe
- The 2025 New Jersey gubernatorial election is in full swing, and candidates from both parties are working to gain support in every corner of the state. This is an exhaustive list of every endorsement in the 2025 race; it was last updated on November 18, 2024.
Trenton’s next bird-brained idea: $1,000 fines for bird feeders?
Matt Rooney, Save Jersey
- Did New Jersey Democrats learn anything from Donald Trump’s historically close finish in New Jersey earlier this month? An early indicator could be whether S765 – the anti-bird feeder law – gets a floor vote.
Jersey guy tapped as chief of staff to new Arizona senator
David Wildstein, NJ Globe
- A New Jerseyan, Raphael Chavez-Fernandez, will serve as chief of staff to the new Democratic U.S. Senator from Arizona, Ruben Gallego.
Just accepting status quo means no progress
LA Parker, The Trentonian
- The it-is-what-it-is insight causes significant loathing.Despite its trite accuracy, please, allow this indulgence. The New Jersey State Prison is what it is, a place in Trenton that houses a fraternity of murderers, rapists, rapists-murderers, serial killers, etc.
Menendez legal team seeks new briefings after prosecution admits evidence error
Joey Fox, NJ Globe
- The legal team for convicted former U.S. Senator Bob Menendez is requesting supplemental briefings in the senator’s corruption case after prosecutors admitted that they mistakenly gave jurors access to some evidence that they shouldn’t have seen.
New Jersey firefighters battling new brush fire in Lakewood
Press of Atlantic City
- The brush fire is burning in the Lakewood area of Pine Park and the Lakewood Country Club in Ocean County, New Jersey.
South Jersey’s ‘Jurassic Park’-like fossil park delays opening a second time to 2025
Henry Savage, Philadelphia Inquirer
- The opening of Rowan University’s dinosaur and ancient fossil park has been rescheduled for March. The Edelman Fossil Park & Museum was originally set to open this summer, but in July, the opening was pushed to this fall. Now, with winter just a month away, Rowan University and its stakeholders announced last week that they’re now planning for a spring opening.
Five things to know about Rep. Mikie Sherrill, candidate for NJ governor
Katie Sobko, NorthJersey.com
- Though Rep. Mikie Sherrill punched her ticket for a trip back to Congress earlier this month, she’s going to keep campaigning instead, this time for governor. Sherrill announced Monday that she’s running for New Jersey governor in a crowded Democratic primary next spring. Here are a few things to know about the latest gubernatorial hopeful.
These 17 N.J. towns need to build the most affordable housing, new guidelines say
Brianna Kudisch, Katie Kausch, NJ Advance Media for NJ.com
- Municipalities in New Jersey learned last month exactly how many affordable housing units they’re expected to allow over the next decade.
What NJ school districts are spending
Colleen O’Dea, NJ Spotlight
- Spending per pupil in New Jersey varies widely, with as much as $100,000 separating the lowest- and highest-cost districts when it comes to individual students, according to the latest accounting from the state Department of Education.
Rutgers agrees to changes at golf course to settle disability rights complaint
Gene Myers, NorthJersey.com
- A golfer with a disability has forced Rutgers University to level the playing field at its main campus golf course. New Jersey’s flagship university has agreed to a series of actions to improve accessibility at its Piscataway course as part of an agreement with the U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights.
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Insider NJ’s Daily News Update: November 19, 2024
On November 19, 2024, Insider NJ provided its readers with a comprehensive daily news update covering a range of important topics affecting New Jersey and beyond. Here are some of the key highlights from the day’s news:
1. Political Developments: The news update included updates on political developments in New Jersey, including updates on the gubernatorial race and other local elections. Readers were informed about the latest polling data and campaign events happening across the state.
2. COVID-19 Updates: Insider NJ provided readers with the latest information on the COVID-19 pandemic, including updates on case numbers, vaccination rates, and any new public health guidelines or restrictions. The news update also included information on local vaccination clinics and testing sites.
3. Economic News: The daily news update also covered economic news affecting New Jersey, including updates on job numbers, business openings and closures, and any new economic development initiatives in the state. Readers were informed about the latest trends in the local economy and how they might impact residents.
4. Education Updates: Insider NJ provided readers with updates on education news, including information on school reopenings, new educational initiatives, and any changes to school policies or procedures. The news update also included information on college admissions and financial aid opportunities for students.
5. Weather Updates: The daily news update also included a weather forecast for New Jersey, providing readers with information on upcoming weather patterns and any potential severe weather alerts. Readers were informed about how to prepare for inclement weather and stay safe during storms.
Overall, Insider NJ’s daily news update on November 19, 2024, provided readers with a comprehensive overview of the day’s most important news stories affecting New Jersey. From political developments to COVID-19 updates to economic news and more, readers were kept informed on the latest happenings in their state.
