New Jersey election news
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Going to college and want to vote? You've got options.
College students who live on campus and plan on voting need to ask some basic questions, like, "Where will I be on Election Day?"
3 min read - WorldThe Bergen Record
Paterson's 2nd Ward council race could be among the closest contests on May 14. Here' why
Incumbent Shahin Khalique is being challenged by Frank Filippelli and Aheya Khan.
4 min read - USThe Bergen Record
Franklin Lakes GOP will have another contested council primary. Here's who's running
Three Republicans are running for two three-year seats on the Franklin Lakes Council in the June 4 primary.
3 min read - USThe Bergen Record
These Paterson council candidates pulled in tens of thousands in campaign donations
Fifth Ward Councilman Luis Velez collected $45,000, behind 6th Ward Councilman Al Abdelaziz, who raised $114,000.
2 min read - USThe Bergen Record
Contested Oakland council primary race attracts two sets of Republican candidates
Two sets of Republican candidates will compete for two three-year council seats in the June 4 primary election.
3 min read - USThe Bergen Record
Wyckoff Republicans duke it out for November party line in contested June primary
Two of three Township Committee incumbents in Wyckoff are running on the alternative Republican line in a contested June primary.
5 min read - USNew Jersey Herald
Five candidates crowd race for two spots in GOP Sussex County Commissioner primary
Five candidates, including two incumbents running on separate teams, filed for the GOP Sussex County Commissioner party nod in the June primary.
3 min read - USThe Bergen Record
Paterson’s 3rd Ward council race plays out under lingering cloud of election fraud charges
In addition to former Councilman William McKoy, the newcomer in the race is Assad Akhter, Gov. Phil Murphy’s senior director of government affairs.
3 min read - USCourier Post
Trump campaign releases details of Wildwood beach rally
The former president's election campaign is accepting ticket applications through an online link
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What's next for Byram schools after voters defeat tax hike? Staff, program cuts likely
Byram voters resoundingly reject a school tax increase. Now school board looks at loss of seven staff jobs and cuts to programs.
3 min read - PoliticsCourier Post
What's the outlook for tickets for Donald Trump’s Wildwood rally?
Are you going to see the former president when he comes to the Jersey Shore?
1 min read - PoliticsCourier Post
Trump makes it official: He's coming to Wildwood on the afternoon of May 11
Statement says former president will return to beach town he visited in January 2020
1 min read - USThe Bergen Record
Third Circuit upholds federal order that ends the county line on NJ Democratic ballots
Democratic voters will use the office block ballot design in the June primary after a decision by the the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit.
2 min read - USThe Bergen Record
In NJ, a push to vote ‘uncommitted’ to protest Biden support for war in Gaza
The effort is spearheaded by the local Democratic Socialists of America, who collected more then 3,500 signatures to get their delegates on the ballot.
6 min read - USThe Bergen Record
Passaic Board of Education incumbents prevail in school board race with low turnout
All three of the BOE incumbents, Luis "Danny" Rodriguez, Judith Sanchez and and Ronald Van Rensalier were reelected handily.
1 min read - USThe Bergen Record
Three Bergen County towns hold board of education elections. Here are results
Bergen County had three school districts hold board of education elections on Tuesday, April 16.
1 min read - USApp.com | Asbury Park Press
Five months later, Atlantic Highlands losing mayoral candidate gives up fight, speaks out
Republican James Murphy, who has been battling since losing the mayoral race by five votes, said he would note force voters to reveal their choices.
4 min read - USThe Bergen Record
Paterson is 70% Hispanic, but few Latinos run for City Council. A group is taking action
Only three incumbents on the nine-member council are Latino. One advocacy group is trying to awaken the city's "silent" majority.
3 min read - USCourier Post
Is Donald Trump planning campaign rally in Wildwood?
Did you attend Trump’s Wildwood rally in 2020?
1 min read - USCourier Post
New voting machines headed to all polls in Burlington County
Voters in the June primary will encounter voting machines that may be new to most.
4 min read - USApp.com | Asbury Park Press
Judge might force six voters to reveal votes in razor-tight Atlantic Highlands mayor race
A judge ruled six votes in the tight Atlantic Highlands mayor race should not have been counted. She could force voters to reveal who they voted for.
2 min read - USThe Bergen Record
Will New Jersey’s second-largest city be led by a Muslim mayor?
Mussab Ali was once the youngest Muslim elected official in the nation as a member of the Jersey City school board.
3 min read - USHome News Tribune | My Central Jersey
Should New Jersey voters get an extra hour to vote? Sen. Doug Steinhardt thinks so
Polling places for the primary and general elections would be open until 9 p.m., an hour later than the current 8 p.m. closing time.
2 min read - PoliticsThe Bergen Record
'It's time': Republican Jack Ciattarelli enters 2025 NJ race for governor
Jack Ciattarelli, who lost the governor's race to Phil Murphy in 2021, said, “It’s time for a Jersey guy who understands what people are up against."
3 min read - USThe Bergen Record
New Jersey county clerks drop federal appeal to preserve county-line ballot design
All of the New Jersey county clerks participating in the appeal of a federal order about the design of primary ballots have withdrawn from the case.
2 min read - USThe Bergen Record
Passaic County's contested primary races found mostly at the top of the ballot
Passaic County voters will see contested primaries at the top of the ballot, but few underneath.
4 min read - USCourier Post
Tuck some ID on you when you go to the polls, just in case
It is an easy bit of insurance to have an ID with you when you go to vote, but most New Jerseyans should never to show one and there are many kinds.
2 min read - PoliticsThe Bergen Record
Trump celebrates a hogtied Biden. Will America ever draw the line? Can we? | Mike Kelly
Last week, Trump celebrated the image of a hogtied Joe Biden. Next week, it will be something else — maybe even something more outrageous.
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Don't forget about these North Jersey spring school and municipal elections
Some school districts in Bergen, Passaic, Morris and Sussex counties will have elections on April 16, and some municipal elections will be on May 14.
4 min read - USThe Bergen Record
Third Circuit Court of appeals does not stop redesign of NJ primary ballots
The federal court order that will redesign New Jersey's Democratic primary ballots is still standing.
2 min read - USThe Bergen Record
Incumbent Velez faces three challengers in Paterson 5th Ward council race
Luis Velez has held the seat since 2016. His challengers are David Soo, Sebastian Mejia and Jeyss Abreu.
4 min read - USThe Bergen Record
NJ county clerks' appeal will not stop ballot redesign for Democratic primary
A federal judge denied a request to hold off on enforcing his order that would change the ballot design for the Democratic primary.
2 min read - USThe Bergen Record
Does the end of NJ's party line on primary ballots mean anything for Republicans?
While a federal lawsuit has led to a redesign of ballots for Democrats, New Jersey's county line ballot design is still in use for Republicans.
2 min read - USThe Bergen Record
NJ county clerks appeal after federal judge's order that may undo the ballot county line
With New Jersey's county line in question, 17 of the 19 county clerks named as defendants in a federal lawsuit have filed an appeal.
3 min read - USThe Bergen Record
Federal judge’s ruling in Andy Kim’s lawsuit may doom the NJ county line
New Jersey’s county line ballot system may be in peril as a federal judge issued a temporary injunction in a federal lawsuit brought by Rep. Andy Kim.
3 min read - PoliticsCourier News
Piscataway Democrats facing all-female slate of primary challengers
Piscataway's longtime Democratic Mayor Brian Wahler will face at least two challengers in his bid for another four-year term.
1 min read - PoliticsHome News Tribune | My Central Jersey
Three Democrats, one Republican file in Perth Amboy’s first partisan mayoral election
This is the first year Perth Amboy will hold partisan elections in which candidates will appear on the ballot as a representative of a political party
2 min read - USThe Bergen Record
Tammy Murphy may seek office in New Jersey again: 'There is no question'
New Jersey first lady Tammy Murphy, who dropped a bid for the Democratic nomination for U.S. Senate, did not rule out a future run for office.
4 min read - USThe Bergen Record
Gov. Phil Murphy offers praise for Tammy Murphy's Senate run, says the county line works
Gov. Phil Murphy praised his wife's Senate campaign and took a swipe at Attorney General Matthew Platkin for his refusal to defend the county line.
2 min read - USThe Bergen Record
Tammy Murphy suspends her campaign for New Jersey's US Senate seat
New Jersey first lady Tammy Murphy has suspended her campaign for the US Senate seat held by federally indicted Sen. Bob Menendez.
4 min read - USThe Bergen Record
Jerry Speziale says his Independent slate will fight Passaic County's 'party bosses'
For his upcoming primary battle against the Passaic County Democratic Organization, former Sheriff Jerry Speziale has called in backup.
3 min read - USCourier Post
Millville Mayor Orndorf resigns, cites relentless personal attacks
Lisa Orndorf made history as Millville's first woman mayor, but she resigned this week over personal attacks that have hurt her health and family.
3 min read - USThe Bergen Record
Bergen County's sheriff race will be a rematch between Anthony Cureton and Robert Kugler
The Bergen County sheriff's race will be a rematch between Democrat Anthony Cureton and Republican Robert Kugler.
3 min read - PoliticsThe Bergen Record
What are the requirements to become a senator? Here are the rules for NJ
The requirements to be a senator in New Jersey include residency, age and citizenship rules. We compiled a list.
2 min read - USCourier Post
Kim, Murphy add to Democratic endorsement totals
Camden County Democrats have embraced Tammy Murphy in the U.S. Senate primary, but Rep. Andy Kim picked up support in Atlantic and Morris counties.
1 min read - USThe Bergen Record
NJ Legislature leaders open to redesigning ballots after party line dispute
The leaders of the New Jersey Legislature, in a joint statement, said they're "committed" to exploring New Jersey ballot changes.
2 min read - USCourier News
Democratic operative indicted on NJ election fraud charges
James Devine, a longtime political operative in Middlesex and Union counties, was indicted on three counts of election fraud in the 2021 primary.
4 min read - USThe Bergen Record
Newcomer Abed Thabatah challenges incumbent Al Abdelaziz in 6th Ward Paterson council race
Abed Thabatah voted for Councilman Al Abdelaziz in Paterson's previous two 6th Ward elections in 2018 and 2020. But that won’t be happening this year.
4 min read - USCourier Post
Vote tallies aren't final till Trenton says so, but there are rules
The growth in mailing in votes stretches the time to get solid if unofficial county results, which causes frustration in close outcomes.
3 min read - PoliticsCourier Post
Gloucester Republicans pick favorites for U.S. Senate, House races
Congressional candidate Claire Gustafson and U.S. Senate hopeful Curtis Bashaw now have Gloucester County support for the primary.
1 min read - USThe Bergen Record
Jersey City mayor pulls support for Tammy Murphy in favor of Andy Kim in NJ Senate race
Jersey City Mayor Steve Fulop said in a statement Monday morning that he had made a mistake last fall when he endorsed Tammy Murphy.
2 min read - PoliticsThe Bergen Record
NJ Attorney General says he won't defend the 'county line' ballot design
A lawsuit by Andy Kim claims New Jersey's ballot design creates an unfair advantage for the candidate awarded the "line."
3 min read - USThe Bergen Record
Mendez and Jackson, still charged with election fraud, seek new terms on Paterson council
Incumbents Michael Jackson and Alex Mendez are seeking reelection to the Paterson City Council — even as their 2020 election fraud cases drag on.
5 min read - USCourier Post
MD Hossain Morshed, former Atlantic City councilman, pleads guilty to vote-by-mail scheme
Atlantic City council candidate accused of offering municipal job as part of vote-by-mail scheme
2 min read - USThe Bergen Record
Will Paterson have early voting for its May council elections?
Paterson City Council members are at odds over whether they want early voting for the upcoming May 14 municipal elections.
3 min read - USThe Bergen Record
Wayne voters reject $170M school referendum by wide margin. What's next?
Trustees put years of planning into the proposal, which was highlighted by a $44.9 million addition to Preakness School.
2 min read - USThe Bergen Record
Voters get last-minute Becton Regional referendum letters
Becton Regional's $49.2 million referendum goes to voters on Tuesday.
4 min read - PoliticsDaily Record
NJ's other US Senate candidate: Libertarians nominate Morris County real estate broker
Parsippany commercial real estate broker Ken Kaplan has received the Libertarian nod. He's no stranger to long-shot campaigns.
3 min read - PoliticsThe Bergen Record
Are Andy Kim and Tammy Murphy taking money from PACs? Here's how they compare
Rep. Andy Kim has taken 71 donations from PACs — not corporate PACs. Tammy Murphy has received fewer than 10 donations from PACs.
7 min read - USThe Bergen Record
Prospect Park Mayor Khairullah challenges Rep. Bill Pascrell Jr. for Congress in primary
Prospect Park Mayor Mohamed T. Khairullah officially declared his candidacy Thursday afternoon.
3 min read - USCourier Post
Polling places are looking for election-day workers … including teens
A statewide recruitment drive is on to add depth and, if possible, some youth to the available pool of poll workers.
2 min read - USThe Bergen Record
These six candidates seek Passaic County Dems' endorsement for sheriff
Passaic County's Democratic leaders revealed the six candidates vying for their endorsement in the race for county sheriff later this year.
3 min read - PoliticsThe Bergen Record
Andy Kim tops Tammy Murphy on favorability among Democrats in new Monmouth poll
While more people know who first lady Tammy Murphy is, Rep. Andy Kim is more well liked, according to a Monmouth University poll released Wednesday.
3 min read - USDaily Record
Dover councilwoman denied party endorsement. Critics blame Mayor Dodd's 'puppet regime'
Denied her party's endorsement, Dover Councilmember Karol Ruiz says she'll now run in November as an independent.
5 min read - USCourier Post
Not sure where to vote? It's easy to find out
Old reliable, the sample ballot, still is great way to find out where your polling site is but websites and even phone calls are good backup plans.
2 min read - USApp.com | Asbury Park Press
Toms River petition could force repeal of police job cuts or put them before voters
Organizers of a petition drive aimed at repealing a police staffing ordinance say they have collected enough registered voters' signatures.
4 min read - USThe Bergen Record
Tammy Murphy beats Andy Kim for the Bergen County Democratic Party line
Both candidates — vying to replace federally indicted Sen. Bob Menendez — have been holding campaign events in Bergen County for weeks.
4 min read - USCourier Post
When disaster strikes on Election Day
Among other planning headaches, election officials have to know what to do when a disaster or emergency happens.
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Five things to know about registering to vote in New Jersey
Registering to vote in New Jersey can be done with paper or online, but proving who you are and where you live are important.
1 min read - USThe Bergen Record
22 candidates are set to vie for six Paterson City Council seats in May election
With 16 challengers trying to oust six incumbents, Paterson’s City Council ward elections in May are shaping up as a possible political donnybrook.
3 min read - USThe Bergen Record
Judge establishes timeline for Andy Kim's lawsuit over the NJ line. Here's what comes next
A federal judge established the timeline for the trial in the lawsuit filed by Rep. Andy Kim about the constitutionality of the primary ballot.
2 min read - USApp.com | Asbury Park Press
Ocean County GOP boss George Gilmore is the biggest winner at last night’s convention
He wrestled back control of the GOP’s flagship municipal club in Toms River, while his handpicked candidates for county commission were unopposed.
6 min read - USApp.com | Asbury Park Press
18 Atlantic Highlands voters forced into court by defeated mayor candidate seeking overturn
Over three days, 18 Atlantic Highlands voters were forced into court to prove their residency by a mayoral candidate who wants to overturn his loss.
3 min read - PoliticsThe Bergen Record
It's not just Michigan. Some NJ voters vow to ‘abandon Biden’ in presidential primary
Across New Jersey, Muslim and Arab residents say they will deliver a protest vote against Joe Biden in New Jersey’s June 4 presidential primary.
7 min read - USNew Jersey Herald
Sussex GOP calls for resignation of county commissioner. This is why
Citing "stolen valor," and false claims of military service, the Sussex County Republican Party has asked for Commissioner Bill Hayden to step down.
6 min read - USThe Bergen Record
Jerry Speziale kicks off campaign for Passaic County sheriff on Friday
Jerry Speziale is set to kick off his Passaic County sheriff campaign on Friday. He held the position from 2001 to 2010.
3 min read - USCourier Post
How many people are registered and how many vote? We have the numbers
The number of New Jerseyans registered to vote climbed in 2024, with Democrats staying well ahead of Republicans but independents are a major bloc.
2 min read - USApp.com | Asbury Park Press
'This is worse than Washington!' Point Pleasant Beach mayor, council feud amid recall push
The strife between the mayor and council of Point Pleasant Beach reached a fever pitch after residents launched a recall effort.
7 min read - USThe Bergen Record
Andy Kim versus Tammy Murphy: What comes next? Bergen's Democratic convention will be key
The Bergen County Democratic Party convention is the next major battle in the primary race for Rep. Andy Kim and first lady Tammy Murphy.
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