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What it Means That Jalen Hurts Came to Camden

Hurts is proving that books can build what bricks and stones can’t.

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Camden Is Burning: EMR And The NJ Political Machine

Behind the toxic smoke at European Metal Recycling lies a $6.7 million deal and a network of political influence that leaves Camden’s Black and Latino residents in the line of fire.

Judge Faces Discipline For Wearing Hat With Palestine Flag To Conference

By wearing a cap with the Palestine flag, the judge engaged in political speech barred by judicial ethics rules, a state ethics panel says.

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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.

Phillipsburg to Honor “Unknown Black Child” with Memorial at Historic Cemetery

The town is currently fundraising via GoFundMe to support the plaque and other local Black history initiatives.

Wellpoint New Jersey and Civic Association Partner on Paterson Impact Grant Focused on Grassroots Solutions for Community Well-Being
Middlesex County NJ Resolution to Ban ICE Operations on County Property

The resolution follows Gov. Mikie Sherrill’s recent executive order

How To Secure A $5,000 Grant For Your Neighborhood In Newark

Newark's Love Your Block initiative offers residents grants for neighborhood beautification and sustainability projects.

South Plainfield House Fire Leaves One Dead, Multiple Injured

Fatal Cedarbrook Avenue fire under investigation as officials rule out foul play.

A City Surveilled

Camden operates the largest drone program in South Jersey with little regulation. But whose safety does it really serve?