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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Bar pie, tomato pie, thin crust: the holy trinity of New Jersey pizza
Imagine gathering with friends for that perfect crispy Bar Pie. It’s not just food; it’s a piece of home.

2 hospitalized after car crashes into school auditorium
As students were returning to school after the long holiday break a sedan jumped the curb on Pearl Street and went through the brick wall of Elizabeth High School and into Dwyer Auditorium around 8 a.m.

NJ man, 22, dies in Christmas Eve on Parkway
Christmas Eve turned tragic on the Parkway, leaving families in traffic and one man’s life lost. The roads were far from festive this year.

NJ man admits killing girlfriend after sharing video of proposal
Jose Melo pleads guilty in Union County manslaughter case, involving victim Naket Jadix Trinidad Maldonado.

This NJ town has worse drivers than Lakewood
In a state known for its strong driving habits, some towns are raising eyebrows with alarming crash statistics. Let's break down the findings.

NJ coach accused of kicking rival teen during youth soccer match
Tensions ran high at a recent youth soccer game, leading to shocking allegations against a coach.

12 more killers released early from New Jersey prison
Another 12 convicted killers have been freed from prison before serving their full sentences, thanks to New Jersey's outgoing governor.

Four NJ cities named untrustworthy for doing business
Timely bill payments are a challenge for New Jersey small businesses, with Paterson, Elizabeth, Newark, and Jersey City landing on a national worst list.

Your Halloween pumpkin could help power NJ homes
Union County is hosting its Pumpkin Recycling Program for 2025 in November at six sites, collecting old Halloween pumpkins jack-o-lanterns, and gourds to be recycled and make for a greener community.

Teachers and now a prosecutor: NJ reckons with Kirk social posts
When a social media post ignites outrage, it doesn’t just stop at one person. Union County is feeling the ripples from a controversial comment.
