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New Mobile Health Clinic Provides Equitable Care to Essex County

RWJBarnabas Health and Essex County are delivering aid directly to local residents with its new mobile pediatric unit, bridging gaps in health care access.

El proyecto del túnel Gateway podría colapsar sin financiación federal

El túnel transporta a más de 200,000 pasajeros de tren diariamente. Nueva Jersey debe seguir buscando la financiación federal completa incluso después de su victoria sobre Trump.

NJ Rallies Pressure Gottheimer, Kean Over Palantir ICE Ties

Advocates rallied across New Jersey demanding the state divest $130M in pension funds from Palantir and calling on Reps. Gottheimer and Kean to return donations.

Why Mental Health Care Is Key to Breaking New Jersey’s Reincarceration Cycle

Incarcerated people face high rates of PTSD and trauma, yet most don't receive adequate treatment. Advocates say New Jersey must invest more in mental health to help people successfully reenter society.

Why NJ Advocates Say the New Immigrant Trust Laws Aren’t Enough

Gov. Sherrill codified NJ’s Immigrant Trust Directive into law, but advocates warn “legal loopholes” and a $42M funding gap still leave many residents at risk.

Gateway Tunnel Project Could Collapse Without Federal Funding

The tunnel carries over 200,000 rail passengers daily. New Jersey must continue to pursue full federal funding even after its victory over Trump.

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Newark Symphony Hall Celebrates 100 Years With Massive Restoration Project

New Jersey’s iconic Black-led arts institution is getting a high-tech facelift, including new TV studios and an arts lab by fall.

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Highly Anticipated Gateway Tunnel Project Delayed by Blizzard

One final hurdle: winter storm delays Gateway Tunnel’s return after bitter legal battle with White House

Newark Construction Training Gets $250K Boost for High-Paying Jobs

Rep. LaMonica McIver presented the Urban League with a $250,000 check to expand Newark’s premier construction training center.

How Trenton Students Used AI To Resurrect Black Revolutionary War Soldiers

Discover the 14 Black soldiers who fought for freedom in Washington’s army at a new exhibit in Princeton.