New Jersey’s Battle With FIFA Continues as State Claims $62 Million NJ Transit Bill to Transport Fans

Trenton, NJ – Moving an estimated 320,000 fans to and from eight World Cup matches at MetLife Stadium will cost more than $62 million, with New Jersey Transit officials outlining a plan…

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Twentieth Century Fad Still a Big Hit in New Jersey

TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey collectors generated more than 150,000 online searches for sports trading cards in the past year, ranking the state among the most active markets in the country as…

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New Jersey Monday Morning Traffic Report: GWB 45 Minute Delay, Trains Backed Up

Crashes, Signal Failure Snarl NJ Commute as Tunnel, Bridge Delays Hit 45 Minutes NEWARK, N.J. — A series of crashes, lane closures, and a malfunctioning traffic signal are choking New Jersey’s Monday…

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New Jersey is America’s Least Free State: Understanding the Numbers Behind This Week’s Fox News Report

Trenton, NJ — Once considered a tax-friendly state that helped fuel its postwar economic rise, New Jersey now ranks 47th in overall freedom nationwide, with new analysis highlighted by Fox News showing…

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Soccer player in maroon and green stripes with number 21 runs with arms outstretched on a green field, METLIFE STADIUM sign above and spectators in the background.

New Jersey is the only FIFA host price gouging soccer fans during the World Cup and it will have ‘chilling effect’ on attendance

FIFA Warns $150 NJ Transit Fares to MetLife Could Hurt 2026 World Cup Attendance in East Rutherford Friday East Rutherford, NJ — FIFA officials warned Friday that $150 round-trip train fares to…

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Carnival Cruise Line has had enought: new rules announced to curb bad behavior and improve negative image

New York, NY — Carnival Cruise Line has rolled out stricter fleetwide rules for 2025–2026, including banning Bluetooth speakers and enforcing teen curfews, as the company intensifies efforts to reduce disruptive behavior…

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World Cup 2026: $80 Shuttle Tickets, $150 Train Fares, $225 Parking Highlight High Cost of Getting to New York New Jersey Stadium Matches

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — Fans planning to attend FIFA World Cup 2026 matches at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford are facing steep transportation costs, with official shuttle tickets priced at $80 and…

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Man in a dark suit and red tie stands on a subway platform, gesturing toward a woman exiting a train while a black briefcase labeled '$10.4 MILLION' spills cash around it.

Trump Already Gave New Jersey $10 Million for World Cup Train Fares, Where Did it Go?

Trump Team Says $10.4M Sent for World Cup Transit as Mikie Sherrill Battles FIFA Over $48M Bill Friday Newark, New Jersey — A widening fight over who pays to move tens of…

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FIFA fires back at New Jersey governor with strongly worded response to travel costs

Newark, New Jersey — New Jersey commuters could face long-term transit costs as Governor Mikie Sherrill complained this week that NJ TRANSIT faces a $48 million bill tied to the 2026 World…

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FIFA Could Legally Drop New Jersey As World Cup Host as Governor Wages Last Minute Contract War

FIFA faces growing pressure over New Jersey World Cup deal after Sherrill challenges transport costs and FIFA ‘surprised’ by governor’s war of words in the public. East Rutherford, New Jersey — A…

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New Jersey renames MetLife Stadium for World Cup in New Jersey as ‘New York New Jersey Stadium’ sparks backlash

Temporary rebrand tied to FIFA rules is drawing criticism online from New Jersey residents EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — Online backlash is building in New Jersey after MetLife Stadium was renamed “New York…

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New Jersey commuter costs surge as Shore to NYC workers’ drive tops $17K a year

Rising tolls, congestion pricing and fuel costs strain affordability for daily workers TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A daily commute from Ocean County to Manhattan now costs more than $17,000 a year, underscoring…

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New Jersey, New York Top ‘Most Disliked States’ Lists as Cost, Taxes, Attitude Drive Perception

Recent rankings cite affordability, population loss, and public sentiment as key factors Chicago, IL — Illinois, New Jersey, and New York are frequently ranked among the “most disliked” states in recent 2025–2026…

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New York sees double $50K Powerball wins in latest drawing

Powerball tickets sold in Elmsford and Manhattan win $50K prizes in Monday drawing New York, NY – Two third-prize-winning Powerball tickets worth $50,000 each were sold in Elmsford and Manhattan for Monday’s…

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The world is coming to New Jersey, but NJ Transit will surely embarrass us on the global stage

New Jersey is about to take center stage in a way it never has before. The 2026 FIFA World Cup will bring tens of thousands of international visitors to the Meadowlands for…

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New Rochelle police join national crackdown on distracted driving this week

Distracted driving enforcement campaign in New Rochelle runs April 9–13 with fines and penalties New Rochelle, NY – Drivers in New Rochelle can expect increased police presence on local roads this week…

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Federal judge dismisses wide-ranging civil rights lawsuit against NYPD, city

Court throws out claims tied to 2020 arrest and hospital transport incident New York, NY – A federal judge has dismissed a sprawling civil rights lawsuit filed against the City of New…

Missing New York woman found safe after multi state drive triggers alert

Woman with dementia located after multi state journey Gaithersburg, MD — A missing New York woman who had been driving across multiple states for nearly a full day was located safe in…

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Friday commuter report: New Jersey delays and backups on major highways

Lincoln Tunnel backups, Fairview fire shutdown, and Turnpike congestion impact drivers North Jersey – A series of traffic incidents and heavy commuter volume caused widespread delays across North Jersey and into New…

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New Jersey Affordable Housing Administrator Who Won $360,000 on Jeopardy Disses New York and Pennsylvania on Live TV

Lawrenceville resident builds $360K streak while criticizing regional housing gaps says New Jersey needs more affordable housing and cast shame on New York and Pennsylvania. Lawrenceville, N.J. – Like everything else New…

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