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North Jersey U.S. Rep. Mikie Sherrill enters New Jersey governor’s race

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1 year ago

November 18, 2024

North Jersey U.S. Rep. Mikie Sherrill enters New Jersey governor’s race

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U.S. Rep. Mikie Sherrill, fresh off winning a re-election campaign, has announced she is running to be the next governor of the Garden State.

Sherrill, who represents a North Jersey district that covers Essex, Morris and Passaic counties, announced her candidacy Monday morning on YouTube. She is the second congressperson to join an already crowded field on the Democratic side. Her colleague in the House, Josh Gottheimer, announced his campaign for governor on Friday.

The former federal prosecutor has served in Congress since 2019. She graduated from the Naval Academy in 1994 and spent almost a decade on active duty as a Navy helicopter pilot. Sherrill would go to Georgetown University law school and work in private practice before working for the U.S. Attorney’s Office in New Jersey.

Other Democratic candidates include Jersey City Mayor Steve Fulop, New Jersey Education Association president and former Montclair Mayor Sean Spiller, Newark Mayor Ras Baraka and former Senate President Steve Sweeney.

There is also a sizable field on the GOP side. Former Assemblyman Jack Ciattarelli, who was the 2021 Republican nominee for governor, announced his candidacy as he was conceding the last gubernatorial race. He formally launched his third campaign for governor last April.

Other Republican candidates include radio talk show host Bill Spadea, former state Sen. Ed Durr and state Sen. Jon Bramnick.

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Woman struck, killed by NJ Transit train near Jersey Shore on Christmas Eve

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6 hours ago

December 26, 2025

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Woman struck, killed by NJ Transit train near Jersey Shore on Christmas Eve

A woman died Christmas Eve after being struck by a train on the Atlantic City Rail Line near Absecon, authorities said Thursday.

The incident was reported at 7:03 p.m. Wednesday when Train 4634 “struck an adult female trespasser,” according to a statement from a NJ Transit spokesman.

The woman’s name was not released.

The train had departed the Atlantic City Terminal at 6:54 p.m.

It was scheduled to arrive at Philadelphia’s 30th Street Station at 8:34 p.m.

None of the 30 passengers or crew members on board the train were injured, according to the NJ Transit statement.

Service on the Atlantic City line was temporarily suspended between Atlantic City and Egg Harbor City, then later resumed.

NJ Transit Police are investigating the fatal incident.

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NJ man, 22, killed in GSP crash on Christmas Eve: state police

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18 hours ago

December 25, 2025

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NJ man, 22, killed in GSP crash on Christmas Eve: state police

WOODBRIDGE TOWNSHIP, N.J. (PIX11) – A 22-year-old man was killed in a crash on the Garden State Parkway on Christmas Eve, according to New Jersey State Police.

Troopers said it happened near Woodbridge Township around 2:15 p.m. Elizabeth resident Li Wei Lin was driving a Honda on an entrance ramp when he ran off the roadway, hitting a guardrail, according to authorities.

Troopers said Lin’s car continued driving after crashing into the guardrail, running perpendicular to traffic in the northbound lanes of the parkway. A 57-year-old woman driving a Lexus SUV crashed into his car, according to authorities.

Troopers said the Honda then struck a concrete barrier, stopping it. A Ram pickup truck driven by a 74-year-old man hit the Lexus SUV, according to authorities.

Troopers said 22-year-old Lin died because of his injuries. The woman was not injured and the other man suffered minor injuries, according to authorities.

The crash is under investigation.

Erin Pflaumer is a digital content producer from Long Island who has covered both local and national news since 2018. She joined PIX11 in 2023. See more of her work here.

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Did anyone win Powerball? Winning numbers for Dec. 24, 2025

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1 day ago

December 25, 2025

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Did anyone win Powerball? Winning numbers for Dec. 24, 2025

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Powerball winning numbers are in for the Wednesday, Dec. 24 drawing with a jackpot that reached an estimated $1.7 billion ($781.3 million cash option).

The winning numbers in Wednesday’s drawing are 4, 25, 31, 52, and 59, with Powerball number 19. The Power Play number is 2.

Did anyone win the Powerball jackpot?

No one won the Powerball jackpot.

When is the next drawing of the Powerball?

The next Powerball drawing is Saturday. Drawings are held at 10:59 p.m. every Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.

How late can you buy a Powerball ticket?

In New Jersey, in-store and online ticket sales are available until 9:59 p.m. on the night of the draw.

What does it cost to play Powerball?

Powerball costs $2 to play. For an additional $1 per play, the Power Play feature can multiply nonjackpot prizes by two, three, four, five or 10 times.

Are you a Powerball winner? Here’s how to claim your lottery prize

All New Jersey Lottery retailers will redeem prizes up to $599.99. For prizes over $599.99, winners can submit winning tickets through the mail or in person at New Jersey Lottery offices. By mail, send a winner claim form, winning lottery ticket and a copy of a government-issued ID to New Jersey Lottery, Attn: Validations, PO Box 041, Trenton, NJ 08625-0041.

Winners can drop off their claim form and winning ticket in person at the New Jersey Lottery office where a secure drop box is available. Claim forms are also available at the office. Hours are Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; Lawrence Park Complex, 1333 Brunswick Avenue Circle, Trenton, NJ 08648.

To find a lottery retalier, you can search the NJ lotto website.

What is the Powerball payout?

The complete guide to winnings is:

Match 5 White Balls + Powerball: Jackpot
Match 5 White Balls: $1 million
Match 4 White Balls + Powerball: $50,000
Match 4 White Balls: $100
Match 3 White Balls + Powerball: $100
Match 3 White Balls: $7
Match 2 White Balls + Powerball: $7
Match 1 White Ball + Powerball: $4
Match Powerball: $4
Match 5 White Balls with Power Play: $2 million
Match 4 White Balls + Powerball with Power Play: $200,000
Match 4 White Balls with Power Play: $400
Match 3 White Balls + Powerball with Power Play: $400
Match 3 White Balls with Power Play: $28
Match 2 White Balls + Powerball with Power Play: $28
Match 1 White Ball + Powerball with Power Play: $16
Match Powerball with Power Play: $16

What are the odds of winning the Powerball jackpot?

The overall odds of winning the Powerball are 1 in 292.2 million.

How do I find the Powerball winning numbers?

Powerball drawings are broadcast live every Monday, Wednesday and Saturday at 10:59 p.m. from the Florida Lottery draw studio in Tallahassee. Drawings are also lived streamed on Powerball.com. The winning numbers are posted to the Powerball and New Jersey Lottery websites.

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