JERSEY CITY, NJ - For the fourth time in a little over a month, bands of protestors made their way through the streets of Jersey City on Friday just hours after the U.S. Supreme Court overturned the landmark case Roe vs. Wade, putting women’s reproductive health rights in the hands of lawmakers in state capitols across the nation. 

A series of rallies took place on the steps of City ...

JERSEY CITY, NJ - The Jersey City Municipal Council voted to renew the contract of Donohue, Girona, Doria and Tomkins, LLC to perform auditing services for the city. The 7-1 approval of the $322220 contract came over the objection of Councilman James Solomon.

“First, the contractors have routinely been delinquent in turning around their audit of the city budget,” Soliman said in a ...

This story was co-produced in collaboration with CivicStory and the NJ Sustainability Reporting project.

HUDSON COUNTY, NJ — With gas prices at a record high and no relief in sight, many are reconsidering their options for transportation as a way to keep a little more cash in their pockets.

And while cycling is one of the best means for urban travel – efficient, ...

JERSEY CITY, NJ - After a five-year impasse, Jersey City school crossing guards have ratified a tentative contract.

The 102 crossing guards voted in favor of a contract that will give them an immediate $1 an hour raise, bringing their hourly salary up to $18. They will also receive retroactive raises going back to 2017

The contract will run until 2026 with a salary increase each year ...

JERSEY CITY, NJ - Susan Henderson resigned her position as president of New Jersey City University where she had served for ten years on Monday.

She made the announcement just after the trustees declared a state of financial emergency – although the two announcements may not be connected.

With both the financial difficulties and a 2021 vote of no confidence made against her in 2021 by ...

JERSEY CITY, NJ - Under bright skies and potentially even brighter futures, the Dickinson High School Class of 2022 held their commencement ceremony on Tuesday.

To enthusiastic cheers of family and friends, the 408 graduates took their seats in the school gymnasium where they became the focus of attention, as teachers and others sang their success stories.

Principal Gekson Casillas ...

HUDSON COUNTY, NJ - The Hudson County Urban League has been a mainstay in Jersey City for a half century, a place where many low-income people of all ethnicities and races have come for help, seeking the jobs, training or day care that the non-profit organization provides, a resolution honoring the organization by the Jersey City Municipal Council said. 

Since 1972, their offices ...

JERSEY CITY, NJ - For years, the property at 829 Garfield Avenue in Jersey City was largely a vacant lot that kids used to sneak onto the play.

Ward F Councilman Frank Gilmore said he grew up in the neighborhood and was one of those kids.

This week, the long-blighted property officially became an icon for the redevelopment of the area as Mayor Steven Fulop joined other dignitaries to cut ...

JERSEY CITY, NJ - In some ways, the Jersey City Fire Department went back in time on Thursday, restoring fire company number one, which was first established in 1829, but was done away with during budget cuts in 1991.

This is part of a new fire department expansion that established two new fire companies and officially launched a newly created specialized response team, the JCFD High-rise ...

JERSEY CITY, NJ - The Jersey City Fire Department added 23 new members to their ranks on Tuesday.

The swearing in ceremony presided over by Mayor Steven M. Fulop brought the JCFD to a historic total of over 700 firefighters and superiors, further increasing public safety throughout the community, officials said.

“We hold our firefighters in high regard for their bravery, running ...

ALLIANCE, Ohio -- Cheickna Traore, a Jersey City native who recently completed his junior year at Ramapo College, recently became a three-time NCAA All-American when he finished second in two performances at the 2022 NCAA Outdoor Track & Field Championships at the University of Mount Union.

Traore crossed the finish line in 46.54 seconds in the 400-meter dash to win the silver medal ...

JERSEY CITY, NJ - The biggest tournament in the world’s most popular sport is coming to New Jersey in a big way.

On Thursday officials from FIFA, soccer’s governing body, announced that MetLife Stadium will be one of just 15 locations across North America and 11 in the U.S. to play host to the 2026 World Cup tournament.

While the number of matches and in what rounds of the ...

HUDSON COUNTY, NJ — A 45-year-old Hoboken man pleaded guilty to sexually assaulting two 17-year-old girls while working as a teacher in Jersey City and Union City, according to authorities.

On Thursday, Francisco Realpe pleaded guilty to two counts of sexual assault and forfeited his right to current and future public employment, Hudson County Prosecutor Esther Suarez ...

JERSEY CITY, NJ – A 31-year-old Newark man is facing charges in connection with a February 2021 shooting that killed one woman and injured two men in Jersey City, according to authorities.

On Tuesday, members of the United States Marshals Service New York/New Jersey Regional Task Force arrested Jimmy Colclough and charged him with one count of murder, two counts of attempted murder, two ...

JERSEY CITY, NJ — A 59-year-old Jersey City man had just grabbed a woman and held her at gunpoint when he was fatally shot by a Jersey City Police Officer last month, according to video footage of the incident released Monday by the state Attorney General’s Office.

Alongside the footage and recording of a 911 call, Acting Attorney General Matthew Platkin provided new details ...

UNITED STATES -- Many Americans will celebrate the Fourth of July holiday with backyard BBQs, picnics or a trip to the beach. But did you know that Independence Day was not a paid federal holiday until 1938? (source: ACEI-Global). 

1. Thomas Jefferson was not the only author of The Declaration of Independence
While Thomas Jefferson is often called the “author” ...

JERSEY CITY, NJ — The Kennedy Dancers, a Jersey City-based non-profit dance organization, are set to begin a series of free performances around the city this summer.

Under the direction of Diane Dragone, there will be four scheduled shows featuring original choreography and professional company performers Dree Dray, Abigail Dias, Kat Reese, Zackary Anderson, Danae Balladares, and Tallia ...

JERSEY CITY, NJ - Those planning on attending Jersey City’s 4th of July featuring Flo Rida and fireworks conducted by Guinness World Record holder, Fireworks by Grucci, are being strongly encouraged to arrive by foot, bike, or public transportation to Exchange Place as parking will be extremely limited and road closures will be in effect.  

New Jersey’s July 4th ...

HOBOKEN, NJ —  As part of an ongoing effort to welcome the LGBTQ community into the church, Our Lady of Grace Church will continue its tradition of hosting a special Mass to mark Pride Month.

This year’s service will be held Sunday, June 26 at 10:30 a.m. and all LGBTQ individuals, along with their families, and LGBTQ allies.

Now in its 5th year, the Mass is not only a way ...

JERSEY CITY, NJ — To help continue its efforts to raise awareness and promote acceptance of autism, Jersey City-based non-profit Whole Spectrum Autism is gearing up to host one of its flagship fundraising events.

Scheduled for Sept. 8 from 6 to 10 p.m. at The Ashford, the 7th annual Autism Acceptance Gala will include food, drinks, dancing and raffles, as well as an awards ceremony to ...

CRANFORD, NJ — Gov. Phil Murphy signed the $50.6 billion fiscal year 2023 budget on Thursday at Cranford High School.

"The priorities of this budget are the priorities of our families," Murphy said. "At the top that list is affordability."

Among the provisions in the budget:

$2 billion ANCHOR property tax credit for homeowners and a rebate for ...

TRENTON, NJ — When thinking of the future for businesses in New Jersey, Michele Siekerka is confident and hopeful.

"I’m always a glass half full person and very optimistic," Siekerka, the President and CEO of the New Jersey Business and Industry Association (NJBIA) said. "I believe for every challenge there’s an opportunity.  It depends on how we ...

TRENTON, NJ — It's a big week for Tom Bracken and the New Jersey Chamber of Commerce.

"This is a week that's been building since the beginning of COVID," Bracken, the organization's President and CEO said. "This is the week where we'll know what kind of resources will be allocated to really helping what's broken."

New Jersey's state budget ...

NEW JERSEY - A group of patriotic residents hang flags on a Garden State Parkway overpass ahead of July 4th. Plus, a new baseball field ribbon cutting. Also, two residents are awarded for their art contributions. And, a police academy graduation.

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NEW JERSEY - A town crowns cornhole champions. Plus, firefighters rescue stranded ducklings and reunite them with their mother. And, several teachers honored for their fellowship graduation. Also, one town gears up for a massive July 4th celebration. 

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NEW JERSEY - A Stevens Institute of Technology student is recognized by NASA. Plus, a police department celebrates 138 years. And, Union County College gets a new name. Also, 6th graders graduate from the L.E.A.D. program. 

TAPinto's Kristina Behr has today's Now in New Jersey, Powered by TAPinto, brought to you by Lakeland Bank and Bag Up ...