Veteran Abortion Care Under Threat: NJ Attorney General Joins Fight Against Trump VA Ban
NJ AG Matthew Platkin joins states opposing Trump VA abortion ban, warning it threatens veterans’ health and reproductive rights.
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Passaic Enacts Sweeping Rent Control Ordinance, Capping Increases At 3%
Passaic caps rent hikes at 3% and ends vacancy decontrol, aiming to protect thousands of families from displacement.
Hip Hop Unites Newark: 24 Hours Of Peace Returns September 5–6
Newark’s 24 Hours of Peace returns Sept. 5–6 with hip hop, unity, and a 24-hour block party promoting nonviolence.
New Jersey Partially Restores Affordable Housing Trust Fund With $35 Million
New Jersey restored $35M to the Affordable Housing Trust Fund, with advocates urging full funding to address the state’s housing crisis.
South Jersey To See Expanded Public Transit Options This Fall
South Jersey transit expands with new electric buses, a Vineland–Atlantic City shuttle, and microtransit services to boost access.
Hurricane Erin Brings Flooding And Dangerous Surf To NJ, But No Landfall
Hurricane Erin stays offshore but brings flooding, 10-foot waves, and rip current dangers to the Jersey Shore. Officials urge caution.
Paterson Officials Hope To Restore Water Service By Thursday Evening
Paterson aims to restore water by Thursday after a major main break; boil advisory remains for several towns.
Newark’s Annual Latin Festival Combines Celebration And Domestic Violence Prevention Efforts
Newark’s Latin Festival returns August 17 with music, food, family activities, and resources focused on domestic violence prevention.
Harlem Week Returns With A Celebration Of Community And Culture
Harlem Week returns August 1–17 with live and virtual events celebrating culture, history, health, and community.
Family Book Night Returns To Newark On August 6 At Ivy Hill Park
Newark’s “Reading Under the Stars” on August 6th features live readings, free books, a movie, and family activities.