Morning
Morristown
Wednesday, April 22nd, 2026
Good morning, Morristown. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 22nd of April.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Jamie Ding won his 28th straight Jeopardy! game yesterday, earning $21,601 and securing a Tournament of Champions spot while drawing praise from Gov. Sherrill; the Lawrenceville housing employee (and Seton Hall law student) now ranks among the top consecutive winners on the show. Daily Record
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ NJ Transit will charge $150 for shuttles from New York Penn Station to MetLife Stadium during eight World Cup matches this summer due to extra costs for security, repairs, and labor. Sen. Schumer urged FIFA to help cover expenses after the region spent over $307 million. Daily Record
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ New Jersey health officials warn residents that tick bites can lead to Lyme disease, urging the use of insect repellent, grass avoidance, and regular tick checks for both people and pets. Hospital visits are up 25% nationwide + high case numbers reported in Ocean County heighten the need for caution. News 12 New Jersey
- ➤ State officials said nearly 69,000 residents lost health coverage in the past two months when premiums soared after federal credits ended — leaving many at risk for missing essential care. Daily Record
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ RentCafe’s report found North Jersey ranked as the 11th most competitive rental market at the start of 2026, a drop from last year's third spot, with apartments leasing within 44 days and eight applicants per unit. The report noted new rental supply increased slightly. Daily Record
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Sunny Mehta, a Wyckoff native (former Ramapo High School hockey player), was introduced as the new general manager of the Devils Tuesday with legends Martin Brodeur and Ken Daneyko in attendance. He said his goal is to make smart management decisions while a timetable for the head coach remains pending. News 12 New Jersey
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