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Jersey City Man Sentenced To 16 Years For 2019 Fatal Shooting
Victor Lopez was charged with aggravated manslaughter for the fatal shooting of Brandon Magwood in February 2019.
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Lewis Spears Is Officially Challenging Fulop For Mayor
Spears became the fourth, and the youngest, African American man in 200 years, to be certified to run for mayor in Jersey City.
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25 New Firefighters To Join Jersey City Fire Department
This year is the 150th anniversary of the Jersey City Fire Department.
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Jersey City Wants You To Stomp Out Spotted Lantern Flies
The insect has negative effects on small crops.
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These Jersey City Theaters Will Implement COVID Protocol
The theaters will require proof of vaccination or a recent negative COVID-19 test as well as require indoor masking.
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2 Shot In Jersey City Monday Morning
The two people are in stable condition.
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Jersey City Cancels Program Saluting Rapper T.I. Amid Controversy
Rapper T.I. has recently been accused of sexual assault by several women.
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Dates To Remember In Jersey City This Week: 8/30
August is coming to a close and several deadlines are coming up with it.
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New Restaurant 'Blends Cafe' Opens In Jersey City
The café offers locally sourced coffee, smoothies and juices.
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Thinking About Homeschooling NJ? Here's What You Need To Know
The pandemic had some parents rethink the way their children learn and take a closer look at homeschooling.
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New Jersey City University To Unveil New Fort Monmouth Location
NJCU’s new location will expand bachelor's and master's degree offerings along the Jersey Shore.
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Two Jersey City Men Charged For Roles In Shootout
The men are facing ammunition possession charges.
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These 2 Jersey City High Schools Won Summer Jam Tickets
All vaccinated students at Dickinson High School and McNair Academic can pick up their free Summer Jam tickets.
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North Bergen Man Charged In Sexual Assault Of Jersey City Teen
A 46-year-old North Bergen man was charged in the sexual assault of an 18-year-old Jersey City girl.
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Goats, Birds Rescued From Jersey City Home
An animal cruelty call was sent in for a home on Van Horne Street.
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Jersey City Ward E Councilman Solomon Submits 1,000+ Petitions
Ward E, Councilperson James Solomon submitted 1,011 petition signatures to secure his spot on the ballot.
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Deadline For Jersey City Election Petitions Coming Up
Petitions to run for Mayor or City Council are due by 4 p.m. on August 30.
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What To Do This Weekend In Jersey City: 8/19-8/22
Movies in the park, the Nimbus Arts festival and more are happening this weekend.
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Wondee Siam Restaurant To Open In Downtown Jersey City
The Hell's Kitchen-based restaurant specializes in Thai food.
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Hazardous Weather Outlook For Hudson County, Rain On The Way
The National Weather Service issued a Hazardous Weather Outlook for 13 counties in northern New Jersey including Hudson County.
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