Stories by A. D. Bamburg on Business Daily

Grand Velas Boutique Hotel Los Cabos in San Jose del Cabo, Mexico, has been awarded the prestigious AAA Five Diamond Designation. This adults-only, all-inclusive resort features views of the Sea of Cortez, 79 suites, a private beach, and an infinity pool. According to AAA, Five Diamond hotels provide luxurious amenities and impeccable service for a unique experience.

WASHINGTON, DC (June 20, 2024) – AAA projects that 70.9 million travelers will journey 50 miles or more from home over the Independence Day holiday travel period. For the first time, AAA analyzed the entire July 4th week, including the Saturday before and the Sunday after the holiday. This year’s projected number of travelers for that time period represents a 5% increase compared to 2023 and an 8% increase over 2019.

Zeke Weston, the policy coordinator for New Jersey Future, voiced his concerns over a proposed bill requiring low-speed e-bikes to be registered and insured. In a statement issued on May 22, he said that this legislation would increase the cost of using these bikes, thereby discouraging their use and impeding New Jersey's climate goals.

State Farm has mobilized its catastrophe response team to assist residents in Greenfield, Iowa, following a severe tornado. The company has received approximately 750 homeowner claims and about 500 auto claims related to the event.

AAA anticipates that approximately 43.8 million travelers will journey 50 miles or more from home over the Memorial Day holiday period. This year's total number of travelers marks a 4% increase from last year and is close to matching the record set in 2005 with 44 million Memorial Day travelers.

A recent report by the American Tort Reform Association (ATRA) has examined the political contributions of New Jersey's top twenty plaintiff's law firms. The findings revealed that these firms collectively donated over $2 million to politicians and political action committees (PACs). ATRA President Sherman "Tiger" Joyce expressed concerns about the potential influence of these donations on legislative and judicial decisions. The report was released on March 21.

The Consumer Price Index (CPI-U) for the New York-Newark-Jersey City region rose by 0.4% in March 2024, reflecting a 3.4% increase over the past year, driven primarily by higher costs for shelter and energy, as reported by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).