Jersey City

An audit determined that Jersey City's financial records are disorganized, calling them a mess. The review examined the last year of Steven Fulop's three-term mayoralty. Additionally, the city is currently facing a potential huge tax hike.

New Jersey signed new legislation, the "New Jersey Kids Code Act," designed to protect children from online harm. Governor Mikie Sherrill's signing of this act will force social media platforms to make changes concerning children's accounts.

A fire in Jersey City started around 5:30 p.m., spread across three floors, and broke through the roof, displacing families and injuring six firefighters and one resident.

9/11 families in New Jersey are advocating for the completion of the Empty Sky Memorial in Jersey City. Mike Danatos, who lost his brother-in-law Brian Martineau on 9/11, expressed deep emotional distress over the memorial's current state, calling it a disgrace.

Jersey City is cutting workers amid a budget crisis, and most of the city's unions are either without contracts or negotiating expiring ones.

Citizens Bank announced it will end its financial relationships with private prison companies CoreCivic and The GEO Group, citing changed commercial circumstances. The decision follows public pressure from advocates and city governments, including threats to withdraw funds from Citizens Bank if ties with the companies were not severed. The companies operate detention centers under U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement contracts linked to the Trump administration's immigration policies.

County officials in Jersey City plan to convert old parking lots into affordable housing. Studio V architects' founder, Jay Valgora, has proposed a plan for hundreds of affordable apartments.

Wildfire smoke from Canada is affecting the Midwest and northern U.S., with visible impacts in New York City as observed from Jersey City. The smoke has obscured the sunrise in Manhattan.

Citizens Bank announced plans to end its financial relationships with CoreCivic and The GEO Group, private prison companies contracted by U.S. Immigration and Customers Enforcement under President Donald Trump. The decision follows public pressure from advocates and city governments threatening to withdraw funds. Citizens stated the move is based on business reasons due to reduced financial needs of the companies as the federal government acquires their facilities.

Air quality in the tri-state area remains very unhealthy due to Canadian wildfires, with New York's AQI at 200 and New Jersey's at 170. Hazy conditions linked to smoke-related pollution persist.

Three teen girls aged 13, 14, and 15 were arrested in Jersey City after a drive-by acid attack that hospitalized six women with skin burns and peeling. They face charges including aggravated assault with a deadly weapon causing bodily injury.

Three teens in Jersey City, N.J., have been arrested for an acid attack that injured six women with sulfuric acid burns. Officials stated the suspects, aged 13 to 15, are accused of throwing sulfuric acid at the victims.

Jersey City Mayor James Solomon proposed a budget featuring a 15.5% tax hike and $58 million in spending cuts. The budget was released following weeks of contentious debate over taxes.

A suspect was arrested for a stabbing attack in Murrieta that left a man hospitalized with serious injuries. The suspect, identified as Gekeith McDuffie, 37, was taken into custody on July 2 at the Waterstone Apartments after witnesses reported the incident.

Jersey City Mayor James Solomon is proposing a 15% property tax hike to address a fiscal crisis. The tax increase was originally suggested at 20% but was reduced to 15% this week, paired with cuts to unspecified areas.

Jersey City has postponed a 15% tax increase, but officials acknowledge the city's significant deficit remains unavoidable despite a state government bailout.

Jersey City Mayor James Solomon has revised his proposed tax increase to 15% from an initial 20% following New Jersey lawmakers' approval of a $120M bailout. The adjustment reflects a scaled-back approach to budget planning.

New Jersey is providing a $120 million bailout to Jersey City. However, local leaders anticipate significant tax increases and budget cuts despite the financial assistance.

A 38-year-old man, Jenardo Tejada, was fatally shot near the corner of Orient Avenue and MLK Jr. Drive in Jersey City around 2:30 a.m. on Sunday. Another individual was also wounded in the incident, according to the Jersey City Police Department.

Four New Jersey sanctuary cities—Paterson, Hoboken, Jersey City, and Newark—celebrated a legal victory after a federal judge dismissed a lawsuit by the Department of Justice (DOJ). The DOJ had claimed the cities' sanctuary policies hindered cooperation with federal immigration enforcement.

A water sommelier tested New York City's tap water against tap water from Baltimore, Cincinnati, Washington, D.C., and Jersey City. The article explores whether NYC's tap water lives up to claims made by New Yorkers.

A federal judge dismissed a Justice Department lawsuit against Newark, Jersey City, Paterson, and Hoboken, which were accused of violating the Supremacy Clause through their 'sanctuary city' policies. The DOJ claimed these policies conflicted with federal immigration enforcement.

Jersey City Mayor James Solomon delayed a vote on a 20% tax hike amid a $255 million budget deficit, with city leaders considering tax increases and local service cuts to address fiscal challenges.

Jersey City officials are considering a 20% property tax increase proposed by Mayor James Solomon to address a $255 million budget deficit. The potential hike has become a focal point for residents seeking clarity.

Jersey City mayor proposes a 20% tax increase to address a $255 million budget shortfall. The proposal aims to cover financial gaps in the city's budget.

New Jersey will reduce its tax relief program for seniors as part of a budget deal. The proposal aims to decrease the state's structural deficit, while questions remain about business tax laws and relief for Jersey City.

Jersey City Mayor James Solomon proposed a 20% property tax increase for quarter three to address a $255 million budget shortfall, sparking resident outrage. The plan aims to close the city's budget gap but faces public backlash.

A minor was arrested in connection with an acid attack that injured six people, including three teenagers, in Jersey City, New Jersey on Monday evening. The incident is described as a targeted attack.

Six women, three of them teenagers, were injured in an acid attack in Jersey City. A minor was taken into custody after officials confirmed a sixth victim following an initial report of five.

Five women suffered burns after two individuals on a moped allegedly threw sulfuric acid at them during a drive-by attack in Jersey City. The incident was described as a 'sickening' act by officials.

Five women were injured in an acid attack in Jersey City, New Jersey, after two individuals on a moped threw sulfuric acid at their car near 105 Wilkinson Ave. The victims are recovering at the hospital.

An acid attack occurred in Jersey City, with police believing it stemmed from an earlier dispute. Officials stated the incident originated from a conflict that took place earlier in the day.

Two children and their mother were struck by an 18-wheeler while crossing the street in Jersey City, New Jersey, on Wednesday morning, according to authorities.

Jersey City is planning to implement quick street safety upgrades. The article notes that these projects aim to avoid lengthy completion times.

A Jersey City man was sentenced to 48 months in prison for conspiring to burglarize logistics warehouses and transport stolen goods, plus 8 months for violating supervised release.

Hollywood is losing film and TV production jobs to New Jersey as productions seek cheaper locations, with the state capitalizing on this trend. Studios previously prioritized proximity to Hollywood but now focus on cost efficiency.

A mother of a special needs child was arrested and handcuffed during a Jersey City school board meeting. The mayor has criticized the arrest, which has drawn attention to parents' frustrations with perceived condescension from officials.