A new analysis found more than 6 million nationwide are behind on rent, owing a total of $23 billion.
The first of two debates between Gov. Phil Murphy and former Assemblyman Jack Ciattarelli will take place in the state’s largest city.
Parents can get life-changing help through the voluntary program. Supporters hope it will battle a “shameful” mortality gap in New Jersey.
NJ launched a $2B war against lead poisoning. And sooner or later, every public water system in the state will be enlisted in the battle.
“Pan Africanism or Perish” -Dr. John Henrik Clarke
Several groups are spearheading a march in Newark to demand “comprehensive health care” for every person in the United States.
“Why are we essential, but still deportable?”
“Newark has long been home to radical thinking, activism and community organizing.”
People can turn in firearms with “no questions asked” and get as much as $250 per weapon. Police will be stationed at each buyback spot.
Booker's "Farm Reform Act" has picked up support from his Senate peers, Bernie Sanders of Vermont and Elizabeth Warren of Massachusetts.
The memory of the historic race riots – which many are now calling a “rebellion” – still brings fire to the hearts of Newark residents.
Robert Menendez: “This is a moment that may change the course of history.”
The unemployment rate in Essex County is higher than the New Jersey average.
At one point, the lead in Newark's water had risen to 47 parts per billion at some sites – more than three times the federal threshold.
The U.S. has moved from the Trump era to the Biden years. But the protests in Essex County continue – and so do the deportations.
The U.S. launched airstrikes near the Iraq-Syria border against Iran-backed militia groups. Sen. Bob Menendez says more details are needed.
Essex County is ahead of the nation as a whole when it comes to vaccines, CDC data shows. But a few towns are lagging behind.
Here is how the Newark area is doing with coronavirus vaccinations.
The bronze statue of George Floyd was up just a week before the vandals struck, Newark police said.
A proposed state law would grant NJ municipalities the power to create “Civilian Review Boards” tasked with preventing police abuse.
These New Jersey liberals and conservatives have found a common gripe: this year’s “shameful” budget process.
AeroFarms uses aeroponics and LED lights to grow its products.
Dozens of social justice groups are spearheading a “Reparations For African Americans march and rally” in Newark.
“Focus on freedom and the righteous and relentless struggle of our people that brought and brings it into being.” -Dr. Maulana Karenga
Designed as a monument to the Civil Rights icon, the 150,000-square-foot building houses 11 new courtrooms, Essex County officials said.
There’s a sea change taking place in Newark when it comes to public art. The latest: a 700-pound statue of George Floyd at City Hall.
Aries Energy says its proposed waste treatment facility won't produce "sludge." These environmental activists in the Ironbound disagree.
When it comes to who suffers the harmful effects of pollution, money matters. And so does race, according to Sen. Cory Booker of New Jersey.
Mayors from several towns and cities in Essex County will discuss recent challenges – and successes – in their communities.
“I went to my Newark polling place on Tuesday morning to cast my ballot, only to find that there were no voting machines available.”
The Passaic Valley Sewerage Commission wants to build a power plant near their facility in Newark. But some residents say enough is enough.
Two candidates faced off with incumbent Armando Fontoura for the Democratic nomination. There were two Republican candidates on the ballot.
Sen. Ronald Rice faced a challenge from Quadir Selby for the Democratic nomination. There was one Republican candidate. See early results.
There are a record number of job openings in the U.S. labor market; Essex County's unemployment rate decreased recently.
Former ICE detainee: "I'll never be able to see justice for what I was subjected to, but this bill will bring some small bit of comfort."
A political oddity known as “the line” is likely to mislead many New Jersey voters yet again in the 2021 primary election, advocates say.
New Jersey is getting closer to the 2021 primary election, which takes place on June 8. Here’s where to vote in Newark.
The most common reasons for not getting a COVID vaccine included “I don’t trust the government,” and “I'm concerned about side effects.”
The primary election is June 8. Check out our voter’s guide for Newark before you cast your ballot.
A new program in the Brick City gives a hand up to several Section 8 participants who are ready to “undertake the dream of homeownership.”