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Republican Rep. Tom Kean of New Jersey, who has not voted in the House since March 5, will miss another week of work, his office told NBC News.

New York City students will get to take part in the excitement for the World Cup, even if they aren’t able to attend a match. Mayor Zohran Mamdani designated 50 different streets adjacent to schools across the five boroughs as “Soccer Streets.” “Not everyone can afford a ticket to World Cup matches, but these kids can use their free play...

Governor Mikie Sherrill detailed her Executive Order No. 16 this Tuesday, aimed at improving the commuter experience across NJ TRANSIT. The executive order, signed by Sherrill in March, directs state transportation officials to develop a comprehensive plan within 45 days focused on improving the cleanliness, safety, accessibility and reliability of NJ TRANSIT services. “Every Ne...

"Blue Film" is playing in more cities across the U.S. in the coming weeks. In New York, the movie expands to BAM starting this Friday, with additional showtimes at IFC Center.

Residents in Paterson, New Jersey, are voting Tuesday in a closely watched mayoral election overshadowed by concerns over public safety following a weekend shooting that left two people dead and four others injured. Incumbent Mayor André Sayegh is seeking a third term against City Councilman Alex Méndez, Councilman Michael Jackson and businessman Mohamed Akhtaruzzaman. Voters in...