New Jersey towns honor Black Americans’ achievements during Black History Month in February. Its 100th anniversary honors a century of preserving Black culture, art, and history. Carter G. Woodson founded the Association for the Study of African American Life and History in 1915, starting Black History Month. The “Father of Black History,” Woodson, preserved and…
Rockstar Jon Bon Jovi of New Jersey has been blasted for supporting the Patriots. The controversy erupted before Super Bowl 60 at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California, between the Patriots and Seahawks. NFL fans and New Jerseyans attacked Bon Jovi for presenting the Patriots before the game. Bon Jovi’s sports loyalty is disputed. He…
Trump publicly criticized a U.S. Olympic skier for comments about serving the country, turning a personal perspective into a national political argument. At a Friday news conference before the Winter Olympic Games in Italy, American freestyle skier Hunter Hess freely discussed his feelings about competing for the U.S. Hess said he’s glad to be an…
Steve Pikiell has spent nearly a decade rebuilding Rutgers basketball, turning it into an NCAA Tournament participant for the first time in 30 years. That history counts. In this season, history no longer protects him, and the Scarlet Knights’ troubles have brought the program to a turning point. Nearly every Rutgers basketball conversation centers on…
The Super Bowl 60 halftime performance, which featured rapper Bad Bunny, was skipped by boxer and online celebrity Jake Paul. Paul advised his fans to switch off the performance to protest big businesses and win viewer power. He called for viewers to quit supporting the show on social media, stating they control what is shown…
As 2026 approaches, U.S. land buyers and sellers must consider how historical events may effect their decisions. After years of high mortgage rates and few homes for sale, new data reveals the market is slowly leveling down, which is excellent news for buyers and sellers. Markets are affected by mortgage pricing. Economic analysts expect 30-year…
New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill has stated that raising taxes is not her top objective in her first state budget. Residents and businesses concerned about affordability applauded that move, but state lawmakers may face a challenging budget season. As New Jersey’s budget surplus decreases, Acting State Treasurer Aaron Binder said Governor Sherrill has ruled out…
An Arctic cold front will deliver New Jersey its coldest weather of the year late Friday and into the weekend. Squalls, severe gusts, and dangerously low wind chill values could drop temperatures to negative 20 degrees in parts of the state. As the Arctic front passes Friday night, weather will shift swiftly. Forecasters warn that…
Stay NJ property tax relief program recipients should expect a crucial information next week as the state confirms benefit payments will begin. State authorities say the mailing process will begin soon, delivering tax relief to households. New Jersey residents who qualify for the Stay NJ program receive property tax credits to ease the financial strain…
Novartis and Sandoz are being sued by US states for manipulating generic medicine pricing. The 43-state complaint, which officials call a significant violation of consumer-protecting antitrust laws, includes New Jersey. The New Jersey Attorney General’s Office announced that the firms surreptitiously coordinated bids for 31 generic drugs. The lawsuit claimed that this cooperation eliminated fair…
