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James Solomon elected Jersey City mayor, turning away ex-NJ Gov. Jim McGreevey’s comeback bid

December 03, 2025 7:47 am

Solomon, a city council member since 2017, defeated McGreevey in a runoff after they finished first and second in a general election last month with seven candidates on the ballot.

Democrat Mikie Sherrill elected governor of New Jersey, defeating opponent who aligned with Trump

November 05, 2025 4:18 pm

Sherrill, 53, offers some reassurance for moderates within the Democratic Party as they navigate the path forward for next year's midterms.

New Jersey cop allegedly ignored 911 calls, went out for pizza instead of responding to shooting

October 26, 2025 8:38 am

According to Hunterdon County Prosecutor Renee Robeson's office, the incident occurred on August 1 evening when the on-duty officer, Franklin Township Police Sergeant Kevin Bollaro, reportedly received 911 calls about gunshots and screaming in Pittstown.

Storm turns New York City subways into rivers; viral videos stir panic: ‘Isn’t it dangerous?’

August 01, 2025 2:06 pm

The relentless downpour led to emergency declarations in both New York and New Jersey.

Flooding disrupts travel in New York; 2 dead in New Jersey

July 15, 2025 9:55 pm

The storm, which passed through the northeast of New York on Monday night, caused flash floods that disrupted road, rail and air travel.

Skydiving plane with 15 on board goes off New Jersey runway, crashes into woods

July 03, 2025 6:23 am

All 15 people on board the aircraft were taken to hospital after the crash which took place at the Cross Keys Airport, situated 34 kilometers southeast of Philadelphia.

Strike at New Jersey rail system strands New York-bound commuters

May 16, 2025 8:02 pm

As the morning rush got underway on Friday, delays on the bridges, tunnels and ferries crossing the Hudson River into Manhattan were light, according to 511.gov, a website that monitors traffic flows.

Air traffic controllers at New Jersey's Newark airport briefly lost contact with planes due to 'staff shortage'

May 06, 2025 6:25 am

The incident, which took place on April 28, saw several employees being placed on trauma leave, resulting in flight delays and diversions of about hundreds of them.

United Airlines cuts 35 daily flights at Newark airport, citing shortage of air traffic controllers

May 03, 2025 10:44 pm

United CEO Scott Kirby said the technology used to manage planes at the New Jersey airport failed more than once in recent days.

New Jersey wildfire prompts evacuation order, major highway shuts down

April 23, 2025 9:40 am

According to fire service, over 3,000 residents have been evacuated from the area of the Jones Road Fire in Ocean County and about 1,320 structures remain threatened.

NEW JERSEY PHOTOS

Fiesta of colours in the sky at New Jersey Lottery Festival of Ballooning

July 30, 2022 11:54 am

The festival, which runs till July 31, will feature as many as 100 balloons.

Jamming with the cicadas in New Jersey: A once in 17 years event

June 12, 2021 2:32 pm

Two weeks ago, Brood X cicadas stormed New Jersey. A once in a 17 years event, the cicadas emerged from the ground and were found in pools, parks and branches.

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