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Taylor Jung

Taylor Jung is an independent multimedia journalist focused on illuminating critical socioeconomic issues and fostering connections with the communities she covers. She worked previously as the social justice reporter for NJ Spotlight News, where she covered civil rights, criminal justice, immigration, and politics. She is a Columbia Journalism School graduate and a proud member of the Asian American Journalists Association.

Taylor's Latest Articles

two plastic water jugs sit next to a sign that says "in fort lee, 76% of police use of force cases were during welfare checks" and the rest of the words are covered by the jugs. a poster which shows victoria lee says "justice for victoria lee"
Family Of Woman Killed By Fort Lee Police Sues Borough, Police

Fort Lee police responded to 25-year-old Victoria Lee's mental health emergency in July 2024. She was fatally shot during the encounter.

Advocates Sounded The Alarm Over Delaney Hall For Over One Year
What’s Missing From The Delaney Hall Story

From spoiled food to tear gas, what's unfolding inside Newark's Delaney Hall has been building for nearly a year.

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Analilia Mejia Makes History in NJ Special Election Win

The former Bernie Sanders aide will be the first Latina to represent the district.

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NJ diverted $45 million in opioid funds. Advocates say the reason still doesn’t add up.

How New Jersey diverted $45 million in opioid settlement funds to hospitals — and what they plan to do with it.

Sherrill Signs NJ’s Landmark Immigrant Protection Laws

The bills protect immigrant residents' private information and limit how local police can interact with ICE officers.

One Of New Jersey’s Most Important Times of the Year

The state budget determines how New Jersey residents will commute, what taxes they'll pay, and more.

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NJ vs. Trump: What the DOJ Lawsuit Means for Gov. Sherrill’s Immigration Policy
Mejia’s Win Wasn’t an Upset — It Was a Warning to Democrats Nationwide

Analilia Mejia’s primary victory wasn’t a fluke. It signals a deeper shift among Democratic voters tired of caution and party machines.

Family Of Jean Wilson Brutus Starts GoFundMe After ICE Death

A Haitian asylum-seeker died after a medical emergency while in ICE custody at Newark’s Delaney Hall, prompting a civil rights investigation.