News for Elizabeth, NJ. The city of Elizabeth is the most populous municipality in Union County and the 4th most populous in New Jersey with more than 124,900 residents. The mayor in 2021 is Christian Bollwage.
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What Elizabeth's $20 rent increase cap would mean for renters
Nearly 800 Elizabeth residents signed a petition, a judge sided with them, and now the question goes straight to the voters this November.

This NJ pizza spot is in jeopardy of being sold, here's why...
After almost 100 years of business, one local pizzeria is navigating some serious challenges. Will the doors stay open or will they be forced to sell.

After victim's deadly beating in Elizabeth, NJ man gets 15 years
A tragic turn of events in Elizabeth, as a man gets 15 years behind bars for a deadly argument.

Famous NJ falcon family has 2 new chicks and you get to name them
Union County's famous falcon family has two new chicks and the public gets to name them by voting among eight patriotic names.

NJ’s June 2nd primary is days away — Here's four races to watch
Back-room politics are driving NJ voters away — these local races could change that

Donuts became the secret weapon in a wild NJ bear rescue
Elizabeth police managed to lure a black bear from a tree in a resident's yard with donuts, peanut butter, and other sweet treats.

Thousands of NJ jobs vanish as layoffs explode across the state
In just a week, over 600 New Jersey workers have received heartbreaking news. Factory closures are reshaping lives in communities we know well.

NJ murder mystery ends in suicide as chilling evidence emerges
Authorities say Brendan Trivisonno, accused of killing his "wife" Janaina Goncalves, took his own life as police prepared to arrest him for murder.

NJ complains about warehouses — but won’t give up Amazon boxes
In the hustle of daily life, convenience often overshadows the quiet beauty of open fields we once cherished.

Tragic Newark carjacking kills NJ father, as juvenile is charged
A father of three lost his life during a carjacking turned crash, according to police who have arrested and charged a juvenile defendant.
