‘Formidable’ Civil Rights Lawyer From Essex County Dies, Leaves Legacy Of ‘Passion, Inspiration’

Ed Barocas oversaw several landmark cases as legal director of the ACLU-NJ. He will be missed, his colleagues say.

Essex County Mourns For 3 Community Leaders: Samuels, Faccone, McNeil

Three community leaders with deep connections to Essex County have passed away within the last month. Learn about them here.

Trailblazing NJ Muslim Rights Leader Dies, 'Tireless Advocate' Mourned By Nonprofit

CAIR-NJ: Cynthia Brown was a "pillar of strength, wisdom, and unwavering dedication to justice and public service."

Newark Teacher Mourns For Former Student Killed In East Orange

This NJ teacher has seen dozens of his former students fall victim to violence over the decades. The latest made him break down in tears.

Muslim Community Mourns For Beloved Newark Imam, Mustafa El-Amin

The “world-renowned scholar, teacher and leader” was also an educator and author.

3 Newark Women Who Lost Lives In Passaic River Remembered With Plaque Dedication

The ceremony was held near the site of the car crash that claimed the lives of Nicole Floyd, Monique Hawkins and Gail Williams.

Newark Mourns Death Of Former City Councilman: Donald Bradley

“His legacy will forever be woven into the very fabric of this city,” a New Jersey congresswoman said.

Sharpe James Dead At 89, Ex-Newark Mayor Mourned In NJ

The late firebrand’s legacy will be one of hope and resilience, his mourners say.

Thousands Gather To Mourn Pope Francis In Newark (VIDEO)

Soon, 135 of the world’s cardinals will converge for a conclave to select a new pope. An archbishop from New Jersey will be among them.

NJ Flags At Half-Staff On Friday For Slain Newark Police Officer

Joseph Azcona, a 26-year-old Newark police officer, was killed in the line of duty during a shootout.

Pioneering NJ Rabbi Moshe Herson Dies, Was Fixture In Garden State

Herson, 90, helped establish more than 70 synagogues and Jewish centers across New Jersey.

Sewerage Commission Mourns Passing Of Ex-Chair, Bob Davenport

The Passaic Valley Sewerage Commission is mourning the death of its former chair, Robert Davenport.

Veronica Heinze, Lyndhurst Area Native, Inspired With Endless Optimism

From foraging and crabbing as a child to survive the Great Depression, the local woman taught others how smiling surmounts strife.

Newark Mourns For Trailblazing Ex-Councilwoman, Mildred Crump

Crump served as the first Black woman elected to the Newark City Council.

Actor John Amos Dies; Essex County Native Was America’s ‘TV Father’

Amos, known for his roles in “Roots” and “Good Times,” was born in Newark and grew up in East Orange. He was 84.

Funeral, Viewing For Donald Payne Jr. Will Take Place In Newark

Payne will be the 3rd person to lie in state in the Essex County Historic Courthouse. Others include his father and Lt. Gov. Sheila Oliver.

Peter Shapiro Dies; Essex County Legislative ‘Wunderkind’ Mourned

An Essex County native who once made history as the youngest New Jerseyan ever elected to the General Assembly has passed away.

NJ Congressman Mourns For Newark’s ‘Pastor In The Hood’

Bryant Ali has passed away, but his memory will live on, U.S. Rep. Donald Payne Jr. says.

Newark Mourns For 2 Police Officers Who Died In The Same Week

Rafael Ramos Jr. and Kenneth Brown – both sergeants with the Newark Police Department – are being mourned in the Brick City.

Newark Mourns Firefighter After Unexpected Death At 46

“He was a role model exemplar, and inspiration to not only his colleagues – but our entire city,” Newark’s mayor said of Rafael Padilla.

Newark Mourns For Marc Berson: Real Estate Developer, Philanthropist

Marc Berson, a real estate developer and philanthropist who helped to bring a wave of positive change to Newark, died at the age of 79.

Newark Police Officer’s Death Echoes ‘Profoundly’ Among His Peers

Newark officials are mourning a longtime member of the police department after his sudden passing.

Tom Conway Mourned: Newark Native, Steelworker Union Leader Dies At 71

“Tom followed two simple guiding principles: the dignity of work and the power of working people.”

NJ Clean Energy Advocate, Utility Board President Dies: Joe Fiordaliso

Joseph Fiordaliso, a Newark native and former mayor of Livingston, served on the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities for decades.

Essex County Native Sheila Oliver Dies; NJ 'Hero' Had Deep Local Roots

The sudden death of New Jersey’s lieutenant governor is hitting hard in Essex County. “The world needs more Sheila Olivers,” a mourner said.

Newark Activist Was ‘Loud Voice For Social Justice’: Natasha Allen

A longtime activist with the Newark Anti-Violence Coalition recently passed away, advocates say.

Retired NJ Sen. Ron Rice Dies: ‘Trailblazer’ Mourned In Essex County

Trailblazer. Straight shooter. Free thinker. These are some of the words that mourners are using to describe Ronald Rice.

Funeral For Slain Sayreville Councilwoman Eunice Dwumfour Held In Newark

Dwumfour was found dead in a car near her home on Feb. 1. No arrests have been made.

Wayne Shorter Dead At 89; Newark Mourns Passing Of Jazz Titan

A legendary figure in the world of jazz is gone, but his memory in Essex County – especially his hometown of Newark – won’t be forgotten.

Newark Family Stunned After Boy Dies During Football Practice

Elijah Jordan Brown-Garcia passed away doing what he loved, his family says: playing football.

Late Newark Housing Official Will Be Missed, Group Says

"Dwayne's contributions to Newark will live on the lives of the families who have been able to gain access to a safe, affordable home."

Late Newark Cop Was ‘Pillar In The Ironbound’; Fundraiser Launched

A fundraiser for a recently deceased Newark police officer has picked up strong support from mourners in North Jersey.

Family, Friends Mourn East Orange Student Killed In Shooting

A vigil to honor the short-but-inspiring life of Letrell Duncan drew hundreds of people to a park in East Orange.

NJ Flies Flags At Half-Staff For ‘Career Public Servant’ From Newark

Anthony Villane Jr. was a veteran who served as Long Branch Republican municipal chair and in the administration of George W. Bush.

Dedicated Cop, ‘Life-Long Newarker’ Mourned: Waldemar Arocho

Waldemar Arocho, who served on the Newark police force for more than 20 years, was “proud to wear the patch,” an official said.

High Cost Of Funerals: NJ Families Get Some Relief Under New Law

Many families in the Garden State have been left scrambling for money to bury a loved one, sometimes amid tragic circumstances.

NJ Mourns James Mtume; Beloved Musician, Activist Dies At 76

James Mtume jammed with some of the biggest names in the music business. He was also a charismatic champion for social justice.

Earl Best Dies; Newark Mourns Legendary ‘Anti-Violence Pioneer’

Best, who served nearly two decades in jail, returned to his home city of Newark and earned an inspiring new nickname: "The Street Doctor."

Several Newark Police Officers Honored At Blue Mass (VIDEO)

Gov. Phil Murphy and other dignitaries joined hundreds of members of law enforcement at the Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart.

NJ Devils Mourn Death Of Beloved Hockey Superfan, ‘Dancing Earl’

“Our thoughts are with Earl's family and those grieving his loss.”