Union City Sues to Block 675-Unit Development in Hoboken
Union City is taking Hoboken to court to stop a three-building project, claiming officials are misrepresenting the development’s height and engaging in a “quid pro quo” by accepting community givebacks.
Will the Abandoned Essex County Jail Be Torn Down?
City officials say that the structure "poses a danger," but that there are no funds to tear it down.
New Nitpicky Alcohol Rules Squeezing Jersey City Breweries and Small Businesses
A number of nitpicky rules took effect last month that restrict the way New Jersey breweries can run their business, stifling one of the state’s fastest-growing industries.
Following Complaints, Hoboken Hires Two ‘Micromobility’ Officers to Enforce Scooter Safety
Hoboken residents have complained on social media about people riding on sidewalks, riding two to a scooter, and allowing kids to ride. Now, the city has hired two 'micromobility officers' to enforce safety.
Orange City Council Ignores all Budget Cut Suggestions, Voting to Raise Property Taxes
The Citizens Budget Advisory Committee (CBAC), a nine-member board comprised of local business professionals, opposed the 6.35 percent increase in the municipal budget.
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.
Finalized New Jersey Liquor License Reform Bill Moves Forward
The state’s Assembly advanced a bill that would create two new types of licenses for restaurants without bar areas, which would give eateries cheaper booze-serving options.
Bombshell Bloomberg Report Suggests Dirty Dealings During Jersey City’s Boom
A close political ally of Jersey City Mayor Steven Fulop is the subject of a federal investigation that could shine a light on a series of dealings that pose possible conflicts of interest between the mayor and the real estate industry.
Jersey City Loses Latest Battle With Kushner, Ordered to Pay Legal Fees
The city will fork over $137,000 in fees to several defendants and has a slew of litigation against them that could get expensive over the coming months.
Latest NJ Cannabis Bill Advances, Prioritizes Jersey City, Newark Businesses
New Jersey’s legal marijuana industry could get going next year, and an advancing bill has significant benefits for four of the state’s largest cities.
