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New Jersey proposes reverse tolls amid World Cup fan zone fee backlash
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New Jersey's governor-elect Mikie Sherrill has suggested imposing congestion tolls on New York fans attending the 2026 FIFA World Cup at MetLife Stadium. This comes as FIFA faces criticism for charging entry fees to official fan zones in New Jersey, a departure from tradition. The proposals highlight growing tensions over costs for the expanded tournament.
New Jersey and Illinois have seen major gains in film and television production, while California experiences a decline. In the fourth quarter of 2025, California reported a 20 percent decrease in movie and TV projects filming in the state compared to the previous year.
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Acclaimed actor Billy Bob Thornton was recently seen in Cranford, New Jersey, shooting scenes for an upcoming film. The 70-year-old Oscar winner stars alongside Ariana Greenblatt in 'Somedays,' directed by Brian Klugman. The movie is slated for release in early 2027.
Two candidates in a Marlboro Township school board race have dropped out following the revelation of disturbing text messages targeting conservative board member Danielle Bellomo. The messages, from a group chat named 'ThisB****NeedsToDie,' included vulgar threats against Bellomo. Local authorities have launched an investigation into the incident.
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The National Archives and Records Administration has issued an apology to Democratic New Jersey gubernatorial candidate Mikie Sherrill after accidentally releasing sensitive details from her military personnel file. The breach, described as exceedingly rare, occurred in response to a Freedom of Information Act request. Sherrill, a former Navy helicopter pilot, highlighted concerns about veterans' privacy in her response.