Guns, immigration, taxes: Promises Phil Murphy kept (and didn't)Guns, immigration, taxes: Promises Phil Murphy kept (and didn't)The bear hunt is still here. Some taxes are going up. And PARCC is still with us.Louis C. HochmanLouis C. Hochman
The NJ bear hunt's back, but is it right? The NJ bear hunt's back, but is it right? Monday ushers in the second phase of New Jersey's bear hunt that will run until at least December 8.Jeff DeminskiJeff Deminski
Bear hunt protesters charged with freeing cub from trapBear hunt protesters charged with freeing cub from trapTraps had been placed at a condominium location in Vernon after two people reported being attacked by bears in recent weeks. Adam HochronAdam Hochron
NJ Bear hunt started Monday, nobody's happyNJ Bear hunt started Monday, nobody's happyFour anti-hunting protesters were arrested Monday to start the festivities of bear season here. The hunters aren't happy either.Dennis MalloyDennis Malloy
Give Gov. Murphy a break, the bear hunt is not his fault!Give Gov. Murphy a break, the bear hunt is not his fault!The Governor has expressed his disapproval of the bear hunt, but because of the quirky NJ constitution, he really can't do anything about it.Bill SpadeaBill Spadea
When NJ bear attacks start blame Murphy's lawWhen NJ bear attacks start blame Murphy's lawHis own experts have already studied the issue of non-lethal options, and time and time again they have been deemed ineffective. Murphy won't listen to them.Jeff DeminskiJeff Deminski
Fewer signing for NJ bear hunt — because Murphy changed the rulesFewer signing for NJ bear hunt — because Murphy changed the rulesWith Gov. Phil Murphy restricting the bear hunt to non-state property the number of bear hunt permits has dropped significantly since last year. Adam HochronAdam Hochron
Hunters: We'll sue Murphy to bring back bear hunt on state landsHunters: We'll sue Murphy to bring back bear hunt on state landsAfter all, the hunters say — they're paying taxes to support the same land,Daniela BersonDaniela Berson
Hunters, foes agree: Murphy wrong on bears (though reasons vary)Hunters, foes agree: Murphy wrong on bears (though reasons vary)At the first Fish and Game Council meeting since Gov. Phil Murphy barred this year’s bear hunts from state lands, he was criticized from both sides.Michael SymonsMichael Symons
Murphy blows it on bear hunt Murphy blows it on bear hunt The NJDEP Division of Fish & Wildlife has done an excellent job. The upper brass, the guy in the expensive sneakers and suit, is ignoring them.Jeff DeminskiJeff Deminski