Following his latest coal industry support, President Donald Trump received another honor this week. Trump signed an executive order instructing the Department of Defense to utilize more coal-burning power plant electricity during a White House energy policy event. The order directs Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Energy Secretary Chris Wright to negotiate long-term coal facility…
Over the past few years, the US real estate market has been a hot topic. From pandemic-era peak home prices to rising mortgage rates that curtailed buyer activity, the housing sector has changed dramatically. Many Americans are wondering: what’s happening in the real estate market? Answers are not as easy as “booming” or “crashing.” Instead,…
After rejecting to stay a lower court ruling directing the Trump administration to release already approved federal payments, a federal appeals court allowed Gateway Tunnel funding to resume. U.S. District Court Judge Jeannette A. Vargas’ temporary restraining order was upheld by the Court of Appeals on Thursday. The lower court directed federal transportation agencies to…
Ilia Malinin, a Team USA star, has captivated millions at the 2026 Winter Olympics. Malinin, 21, has become a global figure skating star at 21 for his technical skill and record-breaking performances. Malinin, known as the “Quad God,” was the first figure skater to land a fully turned quadruple Axel in international competition. The leap,…
Light snow is expected late Friday night into early Saturday in northern New Jersey. While major snowfall is unlikely, forecasters warn that chilly temperatures could make untreated roads and sidewalks slick by early Saturday morning. Overnight, the National Weather Service predicts a weak clipper-type cyclone will travel quickly through the region. This fast-moving system will…
One member of Congress is encouraging state officials to act swiftly to get New Jersey drivers a Real ID before new airport identification check costs start later this month. Rep. Josh Gottheimer has formally requested that the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission expand Real ID appointments statewide. Gottheimer wrote Acting MVC Chief Administrator Rosalie Johnson…
After her contentious House Judiciary Committee appearance last week, Newsmax presenter Carl Higbie chastised Attorney General Pam Bondi on TV. Bondi faced hard questioning from legislators about the federal government’s handling and publication of Jeffrey Epstein’s records on Wednesday. Bondi yelled at times as members questioned her about the many redactions in papers related to…
After her contentious House Judiciary Committee appearance last week, Newsmax presenter Carl Higbie chastised Attorney General Pam Bondi on TV. Bondi faced hard questioning from legislators about the federal government’s handling and publication of Jeffrey Epstein’s records on Wednesday. Bondi yelled at times as members questioned her about the many redactions in papers related to…
Strategy, impact, and unforeseen effects were taught in a carefully observed New Jersey Democratic primary. A powerful pro-Israel lobbying group’s high-stakes challenge to a candidate’s policy stance may have changed the race. A major aspect of the special Democratic primary to replace Governor Mikie Sherrill’s congressional seat was outside political funding. The political arm of…
Real estate investors around the US are watching interest rate trends in 2026 because even tiny changes can affect property valuations, investment plans, and financing costs. Interest rates are becoming a major issue in residential and commercial real estate decisions as the Federal Reserve adjusts monetary policy to inflation and economic development. Buyer mortgage costs…
