They hit their highest level since 2014 last month, forcing Americans to rejigger household budgets and forgo leisure activities. Source: New York Times
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Search for Jimmy Hoffa Leads the F.B.I. to Jersey City Landfill
By Gotham Rex on November 18, 2021
A deathbed statement by a man who claimed to bury the Teamster boss’ body in a steel drum brought agents to the site for an inspection. Source: New York Times
How the $1 Trillion Infrastructure Bill Could Impact New York
By Gotham Rex on November 15, 2021
The bill, which President Biden is expected to sign Monday, is likely to fund road and bridge repairs, water infrastructure upgrades and airport expansions. Source: New York Times
Shatner’s Crew Mate on Space Trip Dies in Plane Crash
By Gotham Rex on November 12, 2021
Glen de Vries was one of three people who joined the former “Star Trek” star on a Blue Origin flight last month. Source: New York Times
John Artis, Convicted With Rubin (Hurricane) Carter, Dies at 75
By Gotham Rex on November 12, 2021
He was the “forgotten man” in the triple murder case that was eventually overturned and that exposed flaws in the criminal justice system. Source: New York Times
Gov. Murphy’s Republican Foe, Jack Ciattarelli, Will Concede
By Gotham Rex on November 11, 2021
It took nine days. But Mr. Ciattarelli is expected to acknowledge on Friday that he has lost the race for governor of New Jersey. Source: New York Times
Hindu Sect, BAPS, Accused of Using Forced Labor at Temples Across U.S.
By Gotham Rex on November 10, 2021
BAPS, a prominent sect, faces accusations of exploiting low-caste laborers from India to run massive temples around the country. Source: New York Times
Why Ciaterrelli Refuses to Concede NJ Governor's Race
By Gotham Rex on November 8, 2021
Gov. Phil Murphy’s Republican opponent, Jack Ciattarelli, was trailing by about 65,500 votes. He is waiting for 70,000 provisional ballots to be counted. Source: New York Times
Ciaterrelli Refuses to Concede New Jersey Governor's Race
By Gotham Rex on November 8, 2021
Gov. Phil Murphy’s Republican opponent, Jack Ciattarelli, was trailing by about 65,500 votes. He is waiting for 70,000 provisional ballots to be counted. Source: New York Times
New York Becomes Marathon City Once Again
By Gotham Rex on November 6, 2021
The marathon’s comeback from a pandemic that brought the city to a standstill will make it especially meaningful. Source: New York Times
Will Murphy Turn to the Center After Barely Winning Re-Election in N.J.?
By Gotham Rex on November 4, 2021
The Democratic governor won re-election in a surprisingly close race that has raised questions about his ability to enact liberal measures on gun control and abortion. Source: New York Times
Republican Truck Driver Beats Sweeney in N.J. Election
By Gotham Rex on November 4, 2021
Mr. Sweeney, the second most powerful lawmaker in New Jersey and a Democrat, lost his bid for re-election to Edward Durr, a driver for a furniture chain. Source: New York Times
Philip Murphy Wins Narrowly in New Jersey Governor's Race
By Gotham Rex on November 3, 2021
The victory over Jack Ciattarelli, which ended Democrats’ 44-year re-election losing streak in the state, was far tighter than polls had predicted. Source: New York Times
Here’s What to Watch in New York and New Jersey Elections
By Gotham Rex on November 2, 2021
New York City will elect three citywide positions, while both the governor’s race in New Jersey and the mayor’s race in Buffalo could have national implications. Source: New York Times
An Oath Keeper Was at the Capitol Riot. On Tuesday, He’s on the Ballot.
By Gotham Rex on October 27, 2021
Edward Durfee Jr. is a member of the far-right militia and was at the Capitol on Jan. 6. He is now running for office in New Jersey. Source: New York Times