Litter in Jersey City: What Locals Want You to Know
From overflowing bins to ignored complaints, Jersey City residents share what they’re seeing and what they want done about it.
Lucy the Elephant Loses Federal Grant as DOGE’s Cost-Cutting Crusade Hits South Jersey
Beloved South Jersey landmark Lucy the Elephant now faces six-figure renovation costs without guaranteed federal help.
Journal Square Property Owners Push Back Against Proposed Tax for Centre Pompidou
Could a special tax on real estate pay for Jersey City’s Centre Pompidou? Residents weigh in on the controversial plan.
New Jersey Councilman Compares Affordable Housing to Socialism
A council member in Wayne claimed during a recent meeting that New Jersey's affordable housing mandates “destroy suburban towns.”
Jersey City Residents are Fed Up with Litter – Who’s to Blame?
Despite new cleanup efforts, Jersey City residents argue that enforcement and infrastructure improvements for litter are still needed.
American Dream Mall’s Sunday Openings Highlight Enforcement Challenges
Retail stores at American Dream Mall have been operating on Sundays for nearly a year, raising questions about who is responsible for enforcing Bergen County’s blue laws.
Resignations Shake Newark’s Landmarks Commission After Penn Station Controversy
Two leaders of Newark's Landmarks and Historic Preservation Commission have resigned following a controversial project at Penn Station. The departures have left the commission in limbo.
Jersey City Unveils New Statue Dedicated to Councilman Michael Yun
Councilman Michael Yun is now commemorated with a bronze statue in The Heights, Jersey City.
Jersey City’s Credit Rating Drops Despite Remaining Strong
Credit agencies gave downgrades to Jersey City during a year when New Jersey's overall rating rose.
Power Struggle: Newark City Hall’s Attempt to Remove Commissioner Over Infrastructure Dispute
Newark's City Council passed a controversial resolution in January that could shed light on a longstanding feud between city officials and preservationists.
