Progressive James Solomon wins big in Jersey City, snapping Jim McGreevey’s comeback bid
Solomon replaces Steven Fulop, who has been the mayor for 12 years.
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Can James Solomon’s housing affordability agenda carry him in the Jersey City mayoral race?
The councilman argues that the city has tilted too far toward speculative development and luxury projects.
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In mayoral debate, McGreevey and Solomon clash over who can make Jersey City affordable
Nov. 22 Debate coverage, plus a full transrcript of the debate.
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As rents surge in Jersey City, mayoral candidates offer diverging plans on affordable housing
More than 100 residents turned out for a housing forum earlier this month hosted by mayoral candidate Bill O’Dea.
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How a COVID vaccine startup with no track record landed $36.5 million from Jersey City
Bespoke-run program spent more than 11 times the amount per shot that Hudson County’s Regional Health Commission paid for its vaccine program.
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Jersey City officials muzzle press at event, ban recording, social posts, police photos
The event, a flag-raising ceremony in honor of Israel, was organized by Jersey City and the city’s Office of Cultural Affairs to celebrate 77 years of Israel’s independence.
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New Jersey Supreme Court to decide if public can see cop’s internal affairs file after criminal case expunged
A Jersey City police officer fired a shotgun at a party. The refusal to release his internal affairs file has prompted a legal battle over transparency.
