Cory Booker Gets $10M In Campaign Donations After Record-Setting 'Filibuster': Report

More than 200,000 donors – with many contributing $25 or less – helped push the New Jersey senator to a record-high fundraising haul.

Irvington 'Wasted' $632K Of Opioid Settlement Money On Concerts, NJ Officials Allege

Irvington's mayor and other town officials are “vehemently denying” the accusations. Here's their argument.

March Planned On Anniversary Of 1967 ‘Newark Rebellion’

Progress has been made, but Black people still face many of the problems that drove them to rise up in 1967, a longtime NJ activist says.

Newark Activists Speak Out Against Trump’s ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ At Rally Outside Federal Building

The controversial spending plan – which saw major support from President Donald Trump – was signed into law on Independence Day.

Pro-Immigrant Protests Continue Outside ICE Detention Center In Newark

"We are meeting hundreds of people each week who are trying to navigate the cruel and complicated system of immigration detention."

New ‘Major Discipline’ Report For Newark Police Released By NJAG Office

State officials say they release the data to keep public trust in the vast majority of officers who do their jobs with honor and courage.

Newark Library Workers Demand New Contract: ‘Pride Doesn’t Pay The Bills’

Staff members are leaving Newark to take better-paying jobs in East Orange, Jersey City, Millburn and New York City, their union reported.

Booker, Kim Of NJ Vote Against Senate Budget Bill, Trump Cheers Its Passage

“We’ve got all the cards, and we are going to use them,” the president said. Here’s what Cory Booker and Andy Kim had to say about the bill.

‘Die-In’ At NJ Statehouse Protests $45M Diversion Of Opioid Funds To Hospitals

“Nothing about this is okay,” a distraught advocate warned ahead of this week’s vote on the state budget.

Fight For Slavery Reparations Endures In NJ As Wealth Gap Widens

How much money should people get? Who should qualify? See some key findings from the New Jersey Reparations Council's long-awaited report.

Accused NJ Congresswoman Pleads Not Guilty After Clash Outside ICE Prison In Newark

Protesters gathered outside a federal court in support of U.S. Rep. LaMonica McIver. She faces a maximum of 17 years in prison if convicted.

Here’s How ICE Detainees Escaped Delaney Hall In Newark, Feds Say

Four federal immigration detainees escaped a privately run prison in New Jersey. Here’s how they did it, authorities say.

3 Of 4 Escaped ICE Detainees Captured After 'Uprising' At Prison In Newark (UPDATED)

Civil unrest broke out at Delaney Hall in New Jersey. Four detainees escaped and three are back in custody, authorities say.

Newark Residents Rally For 'No Kings' Protest: Demonstrators Blast Trump's 'Fascist Policies'

Protests against the Trump administration took place over the weekend across New Jersey, including in Newark.

New Power Plant In Newark Gets OK From Sewerage Commission

The Passaic Valley Sewerage Commission voted in favor of a controversial new power plant in New Jersey's largest city.

‘Chaos’ Breaks Out At ICE Prison In NJ, Officials Demand Answers (UPDATED)

Reports of escaped detainees, protests, poor treatment of prisoners and an inmate “uprising” took place at Delaney Hall in Newark.

Baraka’s Strong Showing In Primary Gives NJ Progressives Hope: ‘This Isn’t The End’

“The more than 160,000 votes for Ras Baraka shows us that his platform and vision must be taken seriously,” a supporter said.

New Jersey Transit Train Engineers OK Tentative Deal That Ended 3-Day Strike

The Brotherhood said the seven-year agreement, covering the years 2020-2027, was supported by 398 members, while 21 voters rejected it.

NJ Congresswoman Indicted After Scuffle At ICE Detention Center

A legal showdown between a Trump-appointed prosecutor and a Democratic congresswoman took another twist on Election Day. Here's the latest.

NJ Governor Primary Election: See Results For Democrat, Republican Races

The Associated Press has called a victory for Jack Ciattarelli and Mikie Sherrill. See the uncertified results from the 2025 election here.

No New Power Plant In ‘Chemical Corridor,’ Newark Residents Demand

The Ironbound is already home to a nauseating mix of pollution – and the last thing it needs is a power plant, these local residents say.

Trump Attends UFC Fight In Newark As Protests Erupt In Los Angeles

The president entered a New Jersey arena to loud cheers. He deployed thousands of National Guard troops to Los Angeles just hours earlier.

Who Is On The Ballot In Newark? Voter Guide For 2025 Primary Election

Voters in Newark will join others across New Jersey at the polls on Tuesday.

‘No Kings’ Protest In Newark Planned On Trump’s Birthday

Another anti-Trump protest is taking place in Newark – this time on the president’s birthday.

Is NJ Ready For A Socialist Governor? This Candidate Thinks So

Joanne Kuniansky is making another run at governor in the 2025 election. Here's what to know about the Socialist Workers Party nominee.

Green Candidate For NJ Gov Campaigns On 'Clean Energy, Climate Change'

Stephen Zielinski of the Green Party has big plans if elected New Jersey governor in 2025. Here's what his environmental agenda looks like.

Newark Mayor Sues Feds After Controversial Arrest Outside ICE Prison

Federal prosecutors filed – and later dropped – charges against Ras Baraka. Now, he’s going on the offensive with his own legal claims.

Feds Put Newark On 'Sanctuary City' List, Demand Compliance

Newark landed on the Trump administration’s list of sanctuary cities that are allegedly “defying federal immigration law.”

'Absurd': NJ Mayors Speak On Federal Suit Against 'Sanctuary Cities'

"Jersey City gets sued for being a sanctuary city — I guess MAGA ran out of conspiracy theories for the week."

Injured Essex County Prison Guard, Mother Facing Financial Catastrophe

A correctional officer in North Jersey was injured on duty. She has been struggling to pay her bills ever since.

NJ Congresswoman Disputes Charges From Feds After ICE Scuffle

“If the Trump administration can target elected officials who oppose its extreme agenda, it can happen to any one of us.”

Trespassing Charge Against Newark Mayor Dismissed, Prosecutor Says

Federal prosecutors have dropped a trespassing charge against Ras Baraka, who was arrested outside a controversial ICE detention center.

Feds Charge NJ Congresswoman With Assault After ICE Prison Protest

Rep. LaMonica McIver said the allegations from Alina Habba are "purely political" and "criminalize" her for trying to do her job.

Today We Honor Malcolm X

This Monday, May 19th is Malcolm’s 100 birthday.

Important Voter Deadline In Newark Arrives Tuesday

Planning to vote in the primary election? Here’s what to know ahead of Tuesday’s deadline in Newark.

NJ Sewerage Commission Has New Chair For First Time In A Decade

Here's who is replacing Thomas Tucci Jr., longtime chair of the Passaic Valley Sewerage Commission.

Indy Voters In NJ Could Be ‘Game Changer’ For Democrats, Pollsters Say

Independent voters could have a big impact on the NJ governor's race, a new poll says – if they decide to tune in before it’s too late.

Newark Mayor: Videos Show I Didn’t ‘Storm’ Delaney Hall (WATCH)

Federal officials accused Ras Baraka and Congress members of "storming" an ICE prison in New Jersey. It's all "lies," the lawmakers say.

More Arrests At ICE Prison In NJ After Newark Mayor Taken Into Custody

Protesters continue to rage against the machine in New Jersey’s largest city.

In Bid To Avoid Strike, NJ Transit, Engineers Union Meeting With Mediators In Washington

"New Jersey Transit's continuing refusal to bargain in good faith has brought us all to this position," BLET general chairman Tom Haas said.