Spirit Lays Off 200 Workers In Newark As Bankrupt Airline Goes Out Of Business

Spirit Airlines has announced 201 layoffs in New Jersey in the wake of its high-profile and abrupt shutdown.

Is God Is Turns Female Rage Into Something Dark, Funny, and Unforgettable

A revenge story layered with grief, survival, and identity.

Newark 2026 Mayor, Council Election: See Who Is On The Ballot In NJ's Largest City

Newark residents will vote for mayor and city council on Tuesday, May 12.

Mother’s Day Giveaway Held For Moms In Newark, Jersey City, Elizabeth

Nearly 350 gift bags were distributed to local moms in need during an annual Mother’s Day event in North Jersey.

These Newark Residents Know How To ‘Love Their Block’: City Awards Mini-Grants

The $5,000 city grants help to fuel grassroots projects that make Newark’s neighborhoods cleaner, greener and more resilient.

Art Exhibit Explores Newark’s 5 Wards – Past And Present

Rutgers-Newark has partnered with New Arts on an exhibit featuring 1980s-era photos from Manuel Acevedo.

Savor Newark Returns: Authentic Flavors Drive Community Empowerment and Global Connection

Savor Newark unites global chefs and local communities to celebrate the city’s rich culinary heritage ahead of FIFA World Cup 2026™.

Street Fight 2.0: The Final Countdown to Newark 2026 Municipal Elections

The Brick City Blitz: The Fight Against the Machines, AI Memes Wars, and the Battle for the Ballot

Around Newark: Money + Power + Fire + Bidding War

Check out some of our top stories this week in Newark and Essex County.

Essex County 911: Plane Hits Truck + Devastating Fire + Hit-And-Run

Why were those sirens wailing? Patch recaps some of Essex County’s recent public safety, police, fire and EMS stories.

Hidden Risks in the Medicine Cabinet: Opioids and Older Adult Safety

Older adults are more sensitive to such medicines, making careful use, monitoring and caregiver involvement critical to preventing harm

Community FoodBank of New Jersey Raises over $1.8 Million at Blue Jean Ball Gala

Beloved annual event honors committed hunger relief champions, generates support for 5.4 million meals

Newark Housing Advocate Sets Sights On Mayor Election: Tanisha Garner

Tanisha Garner is running for mayor of Newark in the 2026 municipal election.

WATCH: Newark Mayor Candidates Meet For Election Event As Race Enters Home Stretch

Newark’s nonpartisan municipal election takes place May 12. A mayor seat and several city council positions are up for grabs.

CultureCon Is Evolving From an Annual Event Into a Year-Round Ecosystem for Creatives

The beloved creative conference is evolving into a year-round community built around access, connection, and opportunity.

Newark Teen Accepted To 2 Ivy League Colleges – Here’s What He Picked

When Emilio Hernandez looks up at the night sky, he doesn’t just see stars. He sees his future.

‘Creative Catalyst’ Grants Open For Newark Artists: How To Apply

The city’s fund has distributed more than 650 grants totaling nearly $4 million to local artists and organizations.

Inside the Behind the Scenes Beauty Soirée: A Celebration of Culture, Community, and Black Legacy

A night honoring the pioneers behind the beauty, media, and cultural moments shaping what we see today.

Newark Man Missing For 2 Weeks, Police Ask For Help Finding Him

He was last seen on North 5th Street between Dickerson Street and Sussex Avenue, police said.

Plane Hits Truck At Newark Airport, Video Shows Harrowing Moment Of Contact

"I'm grateful the aircraft landed safely," New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill said.

Jersey City's The Flow Initiative Hits Organizational Milestone, 2 Million Products Donated Worldwide

To date, The Flow Initiative has advanced 8 menstrual health bills, educated more than 40,000 students, and more to address period poverty

The Flow Initiative Celebrates 2 Million Menstrual Health Products Donated Worldwide

Menstrual Health Awareness Month brings national attention to the barriers millions continue to face due to a lack of access

Nationally Recognized SBA Champion Set to Bring National Entrepreneur Summit & Expo– New York To N.Y.C.

This highly anticipated event will bring together entrepreneurs, corporate leaders, policymakers & innovators for an evening of high-impact

Plane Hits Semitrailer And Light Pole On NJ Turnpike; Driver Injured

The truck driver was taken to a hospital, according to Port Authority.

Unruly Passenger On United Flight Detained In Newark After Altercation

The passenger was taken to a hospital for psychiatric evaluation.

Around Newark: 100 Days Of Sherrill + Worker Protests + Powerball

Check out some of our top stories this week in Newark and Essex County.

May Day Protesters Rally In Newark To ‘Make Polluters Pay’

“Environmental justice and economic justice are the same fight – it comes down to who pays and who profits.”

Good News In Essex County: Ivy League Friendship + NFL Star Returns + Inspiring Youth

New Jersey is filled with humor, inspiration and kindness. Here are seven stories to make you smile from Essex County.

NJ Police Should Focus On Dangerous Driving – Not Minor Infractions, Advocates Say

According to the ACLU of New Jersey, there are two good reasons to cut down on low-risk traffic stops: public safety and civil rights.

Hit-And-Run Killed Elderly Man In Newark, Driver Found Guilty

ECPO: The 73-year-old victim was thrown onto the hood of the car and landed on the sidewalk. He was in the crosswalk and using a walker.

Newark Youth Vote On How To Spend $50,000 In City Funding

These young people in Newark were given a chance to tell the city how to spend $50,000. Here's what they chose.

May Day In Newark: Labor Activists Will Hold Protests, Marches, ‘Workers Assembly’

New Jersey’s largest city will become a hotbed for worker activism on Friday in solidarity with May Day.

CEMOTAP Comes to Newark, NJ

Dr. James McIntosh of CEMOTAP (the Committee to Eliminate Media Offensive to African People) spoke at REFAL Headquarters in Newark, Nj.

Car Crash Killed Elderly Woman At Newark Laundromat, NJ Man Arrested: UPDATE

The victim was sitting inside the laundromat when two cars crashed through the front of the building, authorities said.

Retired NFL Star Returns To Newark For Field Renaming In His Honor: WATCH

Tahir Whitehead: “My family is here; this is where my heart is.”

Newark Native Earns John Lewis Youth Leadership Award

A young leader from Newark was honored with a prestigious award for her community service.

They’ve Been Friends Since 2nd Grade. Now These Newark Teens Are Headed To The Ivy League

“Brotherhood and “determination” have helped these two New Jersey students earn their way into Brown University.

Sherrill’s First 100 Days As NJ Governor: Here’s What She Has Done So Far

Budget battles. Nuclear power. Property taxes. Immigration. Here’s what Mikie Sherrill has been up to since taking over as governor.

Newark 10th Grader Takes Engineering Ambitions Abroad With Germany Program

From a brand partner: Dylan was selected for a competitive CIEE program, where he’ll explore engineering and automotive studies this summer.

Newark Mayor 'Candidate Conversations' Planned Ahead Of 2026 Election

Ras Baraka will face a challenge from seven candidates in the 2026 nonpartisan municipal election.