Planning Begins For Montclair’s Next Town Budget After ‘Challenging’ Year

Montclair homeowners are being invited to learn about the town’s next spending blueprint as it takes shape.

Blue Wave Hits NJ: 12 Key Takeaways From 2026 Midterm Election

If the projected results hold up, New Jersey will soon have only one Republican representing the state in Washington DC.

Live 2026 Election Results For Montclair School Board, Town Council

Montclair voters went to the polls to elect three board of education members and an at-large town councilor. Here are the latest results.

Live Election Results For NJ-11 Congress Race: Mejia Faces Rematch From Hathaway, Bond

Analilia Mejia (Democrat) faced a challenge from Joe Hathaway (Republican) and Alan Bond (independent) in the 2026 midterm election.

Around Montclair: Early Voting + Data Center Ban + Picket Lines

Check out some of our top stories this week in Montclair and Essex County.

NJ Sees Huge Spike In Early Voting: See The Numbers

ALSO: President Trump endorses three New Jersey candidates in the 2026 election.

WATCH: Sparks Fly At NJ-11 Congress Debate Between Mejia, Hathaway

Here’s what Analilia Mejia, Joe Hathaway and Alan Bond had to say about the economy, health care, Trump and other controversial issues.

'Rank The Desserts' Election Event In Montclair Will Serve Up A Tasty Lesson In Politics

Learn about ranked choice voting with a yummy metaphor: dessert.

ICE Activity Reported Near Montclair School, Local Official Says

The town has rules that limit its cooperation with federal immigration agents: the Montclair Trust Act.

‘No Kings’ Protest In Montclair Will Rally Voters For Midterm Election

Protesters are shifting their focus from Donald Trump to the 2026 election.

Candidate Forums Planned In Montclair For 2026 Election

Montclair residents will vote in two local races: town council and school board.

NJ Environmentalists Hold ‘Funeral’ In Montclair To Push For Polluters Pay Act

The battle over a controversial bill continues in New Jersey. Here’s what the debate is about – and where the proposed law currently stands.

New Medicaid Rules Take Effect For NJ Immigrants, More Changes Coming Soon

The controversial new rules are part of the Trump administration’s “One Big Beautiful Bill Act.”

Montclair Board Of Education Candidate Withdraws From Race: Report

There are three seats available on the Montclair school board this year. The election takes place Nov. 3.

Montclair 2026 Election: Town Council, School Board Candidates

Montclair residents will also vote for several U.S. Congress seats and county-level offices in the midterm election.

Voting In Montclair: Public Event Will Help Residents Prepare For 2026 Election

The Montclair Civil Rights Commission will host a panel about voting rights ahead of the midterm election.

ICE Arrests In Montclair, Bloomfield Add To Growing List In Essex County

Other recent ICE arrests have taken place in Newark, Belleville, Maplewood and South Orange.

Essex Republican Women Will Celebrate 6 ‘Extraordinary’ NJ Leaders At Gala

The Women Warriors of the Constitution Gala will also give guests a chance to mingle with GOP candidates running for Congress in New Jersey.

Montclair Town Council Seat Is Up For Grabs. Here’s Who Filed To Run

The winner will fill the vacancy left by William Harrison, who was appointed as a temporary replacement for Carmel Loughman.

Anti-ICE Protesters Rally In Montclair, Bloomfield After Latest Arrests

The recent seizure of six people – including two local restaurant workers – sparked renewed calls to "Abolish ICE."

NJ Purges Thousands Of Non-Citizens From Voter Rolls, With More To Come

The voters were registered as both Democrats and Republicans. Only 340 of them cast ballots, and no elections were swayed, officials say.

Sherrill Leaves Montclair For NJ Governor’s Mansion

Their old home will always “hold a special place in their hearts,” the governor said.

Trump Deportations Could Cost NJ Taxpayers $3K Each, Study Finds

Homeland Security officials have argued that there’s another number to consider: the cost of illegal immigration.

Triple-Whammy Tax Hike Lurks For Montclair Homeowners: See The Numbers

“It was a challenging year for municipal government,” a Montclair town administrator said.

Montclair At-Large Council Seat Is Up For Election, Town Accepting Petitions

The 2026 general election will take place on Tuesday, Nov. 3.

These Montclair Nonprofits Scored $850K In Latest State Budget

“These organizations represent the incredible work happening every day across our district,” a New Jersey assemblywoman said.

Montclair Man Tried To Join ISIS, Pleads Guilty Along With 2 Conspirators: Feds

Two men planned to go overseas and fight for ISIS. A Montclair resident bought one of them a plane ticket, prosecutors said.

NJ Purging Thousands From The Voter Rolls After Registration 'Error'

Will Gov. Sherrill turn over their info to the Trump administration? How common is voter fraud in New Jersey? Here’s what we know so far.

7 Candidates File For Competitive Montclair School Board Race: 2026 Election

The Montclair Board of Education race is heating up. Here’s who just threw their hats into the ring.

Polluters Pay Act Stalls In NJ: 'We're Not Going Anywhere,' Environmentalists Say

The proposed law would force fossil fuel companies to shell out $50 billion over two decades.

NJ-11 Indy Candidate Takes Another Run At Congress Seat: 2026 Election

Alan Bond is running as an independent candidate in NJ’s 11th district, which includes Essex, Morris and Passaic counties.

These 3 Laws Will Cut NJ Electric Bills, Sherrill Says

Democrats are going after utility companies and AI data centers. Meanwhile, Republicans have ideas of their own: here’s what they’re saying.

Ex-Montclair Mayor Defeated In Election For National Teachers Union Presidency

Sean Spiller was one of several educators who ran for president of the NEA.

Essex County Lawmakers Split Votes On NJ Budget: Here’s What They’re Saying

It’s one of the biggest moments of the year in the Statehouse. Here’s how these lawmakers from Essex County voted.

NJ Lawmakers Battle To Raise Minimum Wage, Critics Argue $25 Per Hour Is 'Socialist'

Supporters point to widening wealth gaps and soaring corporate profits. Opponents say it would “crush small businesses.”

Momentum Builds For NJ ‘Polluters Pay Act’ As State Budget Deadline Nears

The proposed law would force some of the world's largest fossil fuel companies to shell out $50 billion over 20 years.

Montclair Library Gets $36M Windfall Of NJ Tax Credits For Major Renovations

“They are the one public space that belongs to every single resident – full stop,” Montclair’s mayor said of the town’s libraries.

Retired Federal Defense Worker Is Running For Sherrill's Old Congress Seat In NJ-11

Vince Matrisciano on running as a write-in candidate: "People are frustrated with both parties and feel like they have no one to vote for."

Forum In Montclair Will Discuss Ways To 'Fight Back' Against Racism

The forum, titled: “The Attack On Voting Rights And The War On Black People,” will take place on June 26.

Montclair Protest Will Target Bank Over Financing Of ICE Prisons

A nationwide day of protest will attempt to hit two of the largest private prison companies in U.S. where it hurts: their bank accounts.