Jersey City Mayor Unveils Budget, Senior Staff Resign Over $255M Gap
The mayor presented a new budget and senior officials stepped down as Jersey City faces a $255 million financial gap.
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6 storiesnewest firstlatest October 8, 2026
25th‑Anniversary 9/11 Ceremony Live‑Streamed from Empty Sky
New Jersey officials held a 25th‑anniversary 9/11 ceremony at the Empty Sky Memorial, livestreamed at 3 p.m. to allow statewide participation and honor the victims.
Jersey City Condo Hits $1.2 Million, Highest Sale Last Week
A Jersey City condominium sold for $1.2 million in the week of Aug 24‑30, marking the highest home price recorded in the city that week and highlighting strong market activity that mirrors regional trends.
Gary Sinise Foundation Supports Empty Sky 9/11 Memorial Maintenance
Gary Sinise’s foundation is funding maintenance of Jersey City’s Empty Sky 9/11 memorial for the 25th anniversary, honoring veterans and preserving the site for public remembrance.
Jersey City Council Approves $886M Budget, Property Taxes Up 15%
On August 26, 2026, Jersey City City Council approved an $886 million budget and a 15% property tax increase to address a fiscal shortfall and ongoing financial crisis.
Safety Construction Begins on JFK Boulevard in Jersey City
Safety construction began this week on JFK Boulevard in Journal Square, Jersey City, with an 18‑month timeline to address the road’s high accident rate. The project is part of the city’s effort to improve a corridor identified as one of the most dangerous in the area.
