Rally Against ‘Huge Cuts’ In NJ Budget Planned This Week

A shortfall looms in New Jersey. It should be balanced by raising taxes for the wealthy – not cutting programs for the poor, advocates urge.

Senate Confirms RFK Jr. Despite ‘No’ Votes From Booker, Kim In NJ

Democrats couldn’t overcome their GOP peers in a highly controversial vote to confirm Kennedy as Secretary of Health and Human Services.

Montclair, Nonprofits Awarded Grants As Trump Funding Freeze Looms

Are any future grants coming down the pipeline? That may be a question for President Donald Trump.

Montclair And ICE: School District, Town Officials Share Guidance

Montclair declared itself a “welcoming community” for immigrants during Trump’s first term. Here’s how local officials are reacting in 2025.

Here’s Who Would Suffer From Trump Funding Freeze In NJ, Advocates Say

Trump wants to cut “Marxist ideology” from the budget. Impacted groups would include veterans, small business owners and firefighters.

Rep. McIver Names Montclair Native To Staff Leadership Team

U.S. Rep. LaMonica McIver (NJ-10) recently announced the members of her senior staff team. They include a Montclair native.

Democrats From Essex County Bash Trump's Jan. 6 Pardons

Some have backed Trump's controversial pardons for those charged in the January 6 riots. Here's what these lawmakers from Essex County say.

Spiller’s Campaign Video Gets Sharp Rebuke From Ex-Montclair Mayor

Bob Russo said he was shocked to see a photo of himself in a recent ad for Sean Spiller’s governor campaign – here’s why.

NJ Republican Wanted Montclair To Raise Flags For Trump Inauguration

Should Montclair have raised its flags to full-staff for Donald Trump’s presidential inauguration – despite Jimmy Carter’s recent death?

In Montclair: Religious Leaders Plan Prayer Action For Environment

A prayer action in the name of “environmental justice” will take place in Montclair on Martin Luther King Jr. Day weekend.

Montclair Mayor Recaps New Town Council’s First Months: See Highlights

An entirely new council took over in Montclair last year. Here are some of their accomplishments, according to Renee Baskerville.

Attorney Bashes Montclair For Axing Affirmative Action Officer: Report

The town’s former affirmative action officer is suing Montclair – here’s why.

When Will Montclair Town Council Meet In 2025? (See Dates Here)

The Montclair Town Council recently announced its meeting schedule for the new year.

Montclair Ends Police Chaplain Program After Imam's Posts About Israel

People on both sides of the debate showed up at a recent Montclair Town Council meeting to make their voices heard.

5 Ways To Take Action On Drone Mystery: NJ Congresswoman

“New Jerseyans' patience is getting very thin, including my own,” Rep. Mikie Sherrill said.

Half Of NJ House Members Vote Against Huge Military Spending Bill

The $895 billion blueprint got a thumbs down from several New Jersey Congress members – but a “culture war” clause may have played a role.

Peace Corps Unveils Plan To Combat Sexual Violence, Protect Volunteers

Kate Puzey was murdered 15 years ago after reporting that a seasonal contractor was sexually abusing students. A lot has changed since then.

Montclair Op-Ed: Create ‘Fair Ballots’ For Future Elections

The “office block layout” is best choice for New Jersey, the League of Women Voters of the Montclair Area writes in a letter to the editor.

NJ Green Party Candidates Score Nearly 9K Votes In Essex County

One of the largest third-parties in New Jersey, the Greens put together a full Congressional slate for the 2024 election.

Montclair School Board Election Results Certified: See Final Tallies

Eric Scherzer, Jada Roman and Holly Shaw have emerged victorious in the race for Montclair Board of Education.

Mikie Sherrill Declares Run For NJ Governor In 2025

U.S. Rep. Mikie Sherrill has officially thrown her hat into the ring for the governor election in New Jersey.

Governor Who? NJ Voters Murky On Candidates For 2025, Poll Says

Who will replace Phil Murphy? So far, many New Jersey voters are saying “meh” to their choices, a recent poll says.

Wave Of Racist Texts Raises Outcry In New Jersey, Other States

“You have been selected to pick cotton at the nearest plantation.” This message was sent across the U.S., including to middle schoolers.

NJ-11 Election Results: Mikie Sherrill Wins, AP Projects

The candidates were Mikie Sherrill (Democrat), Joseph Belnome (Republican), Lily Benavides (Green Party) and Joshua Lanzara (Independent).

Montclair School Board 2024 Election Results (See Latest Totals)

Scherzer, Roman and Shaw hold sizable leads in the race for the Montclair school board. See the latest uncertified results here.

NJ Voter Registration Totals Ahead Of Election Day (See The Breakdown)

What New Jersey political parties have the edge heading into the 2024 election – and where?

Montclair Election: Who's On The Ballot? Where's My Polling Place?

There are lots of choices to make in Montclair this year. Here's what to know before you hit the polls.

Montclair’s Hero Astronaut Stumps For Trump; Buzz Aldrin Explains Pick

Montclair’s hometown hero, Buzz Aldrin, touted advances in space exploration under Trump, including the creation of the U.S. Space Force.

Montclair School Board Election: See Latest Campaign Finance Totals

Candidates in Montclair’s 2024 school board race have raised a combined $11,500 in political contributions so far. Here’s the breakdown.

Longtime Murphy Advisor From Montclair Is Leaving For Private Practice

Parimal Garg is the longest-serving chief counsel in New Jersey history. He will be missed, Phil Murphy and George Helmy say.

Early Voting In Montclair For 2024 Election (What To Know)

Here's what to know if you plan to hit the polls early in Montclair.

Homelessness Is On The Rise In New Jersey, Report Says (Here’s Why)

See the county-by-county numbers, along with the top reasons why people said they were experiencing homelessness.

Montclair Will Hold Public Meetings On Community Grant Funding

Montclair receives about $300,000 annually in Community Development Block Grant funds.

Montclair Gets Its New Affordable Housing Quota From State

How much housing does Montclair have to create or rehab over the next decade? Here are the numbers – and some background on the controversy.

Essex County Is Abandoning Legal Battle Against ‘The Line’: Reports

A landmark judicial decision squashed the use of a ballot layout known as “the party line.” Now, several counties are reaching settlements.

Public Forum In Montclair Will Explore ‘Systemic Discrimination’

"Nearly 40 years after the Civil Rights and Fair Housing acts, Essex County is still one of the most segregated areas in the United States."

Sending NJ Parole Violators Back To Jail Isn’t Cheap: Report

If New Jersey stopped putting people back in prison for “technical parole violations,” it would save taxpayers millions, a report says.

Ex-Montclair Planning Board Chair Earns Commendation From County

Here’s why John Wynn deserves a round of applause.

See Latest NJ Voter Totals For 2024 Election: Democrat, Republican

Republicans in New Jersey have gained ground on their Democratic Party peers, but remain outnumbered heading into October.

League Of Women Voters Montclair Area: ‘Register For 2024 Election’

Here are some deadlines and dates to keep in mind, according to the League of Women Voters of the Montclair Area.