Which New Jersey legislators greenlighted their own raises – and which ones gave them a thumbs-down? See the list here.
County administrators have put forward an $858 million spending plan. See the details, and learn what it means for local property taxes.
A community leader with Newark roots kicked off a new term as surrogate for Essex County. Here's what his duties are.
16-year-olds can now vote in school board elections in Newark. “This is what democracy looks like,” an advocate said.
"Make no mistake: fewer New Jerseyans will die thanks to this bill," an advocate in Newark said.
A reparations council in the Garden State continues to hold public outreach sessions as it explores racial inequality caused by slavery.
Some “historic” statistics may give a ray of hope to New Jersey residents who are sick and tired of tragedy, officials say.
A group of activists in Newark will hold rallies to call for a ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas war and remember a man fatally shot by police.
Unions across New Jersey – including Essex County – were seen flexing their muscles and putting the power of organized labor to work.
Advocates: If a 16-year-old is mature enough to learn about racism, guns, reproductive health and taxes, why can’t they also vote?
Is criticizing Israel’s government the same as being “antisemitic?” Not according to the group that led a huge George Floyd protest in 2020.
Federal officials have launched an investigation at Rutgers-Newark as a fierce debate continues over the Israel-Hamas war.
Domestic violence comes in many forms. And one of them should be a red flag when restraining orders are issued in New Jersey, advocates say.
A proposed New Jersey law would give towns and counties the power to create “civilian review boards” to act as a watchdog over local police.
The EPA is proposing a series of major changes to the nation’s drinking water standards. A New Jersey educator says it’s long overdue.
The council has been exploring the history and impact of slavery in New Jersey.
Here’s how it was done, officials say.
“We’re going to have some hard conversations,” the NHA’s executive director said.
About 8 percent of New Jersey residents don’t know who Sen. Cory Booker is, a new poll says. Here’s how the other 92 percent feel about him.
NJ First Lady Tammy Murphy had a big advantage as a mom because of two reasons, she says: she’s rich and white.
Pro-Palestine activists are keeping the pressure on Sen. Cory Booker in his home city of Newark as the Israel-Hamas war rages on.
One of the largest power companies in the nation wants to invest another big chunk of money into its “clean energy” program in New Jersey.
Known to some as a “a symbol of hope for the young women of Newark,” the city's youngest elected school board member has made history again.
A new roster of state lawmakers is on the brink of taking office in Essex County – and they may be the most diverse delegation in New Jersey
Teresa Ruiz, Maritza Mathews, Pablo Olivera (Senate). Eliana Pintor Marin, Shanique Speight, Noble Minton, Orlando Mendez (Assembly).
Candidates were Renee Burgess (Senate), and Cleopatra Tucker, Garnet Hall, Joy Freeman, Willie Jetti (Assembly).
Sen. Bob Menendez says the U.S. should help Israel “wipe Hamas off the face of the Earth.” Christina Khalil and Madelyn Hoffman disagree.
Newark voters will get to cast ballots in county and state Legislature races. See a list of candidates here.
A Republican-led bill would funnel $14.3 billion in military aid to Israel – without giving any humanitarian aid to Palestinians.
Police and correction officers employed with Essex County also say that low staffing levels are making a tough job even tougher.
Gubad Ibadoghlu, an ex-New Jersey resident and renowned scholar, is being held as a "political prisoner" in an overseas jail.
These cleaning workers in New Jersey want a raise, more job security and affordable health care. And they're willing to strike to get it.
Protesters demanded a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas. They also want the United States to stop giving military aid to Israel.
Here's what you need to know about voting in the 2023 general election if you live in Newark.
Newark gave hundreds of residents "free money" with no strings attached. Many used it to literally put clothes on their kids’ backs.
Meanwhile, Sen. Robert Menendez says Congress should help Israel “effectively wipe Hamas off the face of the Earth.”
Sometimes you have to spend money to save money, these advocates say.
A two-day event will explore collective projects that combat the climate crisis, including its impact on neighborhoods in Newark.
“The vast majority of Israelis and Palestinians are simply ordinary people who wish to live with peace and dignity.”
Newark organizers said they're gathering outside the union's headquarters because of its role in “blocking police reform” in the city.