New Jersey lawmakers are taking efforts to guarantee law enforcement can respond quickly and effectively to school active shooter scenarios in response to mounting school safety concerns. In such cases, seconds can mean life or death. Schools have improved security to deter intruders, but first responders may find it harder to enter when time is…
Washington—DC As the shutdown approaches its sixth week, Senate deliberations escalate. Moderate Democrats and Senate Republicans may temporarily reopen the government and suspend health care subsidies. Closed may take longer. Weekend moderate Democrats discussed restarting federal operations. Closure has hindered aviation traffic, delayed government employee salaries, and threatened millions of Americans’ food aid. The top…
Expanded Affordable Care Act monies are running out, threatening New Jerseyans’ health care. These subsidies assist middle- and low-income households afford health insurance by cutting costs. If Congress does nothing, many New Jerseyans may lose health insurance due to growing expenses. The Affordable Care Act provided tax subsidies to 2010 health insurance buyers. They grew…
Every rock lover across is excited for 2026. AC/DC’s long-awaited “Power Up” stadium tour will visit MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford on September 25, 2026. Fans rarely see the band in New Jersey as their 2025 tour didn’t stop there. AC/DC fans will love it again. For years, they’ve provided great music and live performances….
A 43-year-old Brick Township man was charged with multiple counts after hitting a minor e-bike rider and departing late Saturday night. The incident hospitalized a 15-year-old and raised electric bike road safety concerns. The Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office reported a Brick Township Midstreams Road and Place crash at 10:55 p.m. A car going left into…
Many schools lag in teaching skilled crafts despite their popularity. Videos of teens erecting walls, wiring homes, and installing systems are popular on social media. Their success disproves the “college-only” stereotype and proves that well-paid, fascinating occupations don’t require a four-year degree Despite this momentum, many middle and high schools prioritize academics over trades. Carpentery,…
NJ children and families view school safety as a budget line item, not a right. Student safety may depend on finances if a district reduces athletics or staff. A Flemington-Raritan high schooler says lockdown drills and security officer hiring might be bargaining tools when finances are tight. Kids worry about these repetitive drills, which are…
As the federal government shutdown enters its sixth week, airlines expect travel havoc. U.S. transportation officials warn air traffic control personnel delays have slowed aircraft schedules and could affect holiday travel. Federal officials say thousands of planes had been delayed or canceled due to air traffic controller and other critical manpower shortages caused by the…
The introduction of a 50-year fixed-rate mortgage by the administration of former President Donald Trump has generated a lot of debate in the banking and housing industries. Many analysts think the consequences go far beyond lowering monthly prices, even though the declared purpose is to make homeownership more accessible by spreading payments over a longer…
A Burlington County school system introduced 10 electric buses to update student transportation. Replaces diesel cars and shows continued efforts to improve student health and reduce environmental impacts in school transportation. The district installed five electric charging stations at its Westampton campus for the new electric buses. School officials said they are moving from diesel…
