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Camden Walk of Fame Honors Two Black Women Who Helped Shape the City

For Yocontalie Jackson, who started the Camden Walk of Fame back in 2014 to pay tribute to some of the brightest stars in the city’s history, the two honorees that were inducted on October 5 were particularly special. “I wanted to look at two strong Black women who were leaders in our community and were […]

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The Power Of Public Art On Display In Camden

Artists and community organizations are using murals, galleries and public spaces to challenge the narratives imposed on Camden and affirm the beauty and humanity of its residents.

The Neo-Colonialism of a School District Pt. II
Camden Firefighters Mark 9/11 Anniversary With World Trade Center Memento

A fragment of one of the towers gifted to a Camden firefighter after the attacks was displayed during a remembrance to honor the 2,977 lives lost.

Trees Make A Difference In Camden

A non-profit is planting trees in an effort to prevent flooding, improve air quality, and beautify the urban area.

The Neo-Colonization of a School District Part 1: An Introduction

In this four part series, NJ Urban News' Rann Miller explores the crumbling of Camden's public school system.

State Board Update: Is Camden Raising Custodians Or Collegians?
Camden County’s $400 Million Initiative Aims To Reduce Flooding And Clean-up Waterways

A referendum on the November ballot will ask voters to increase the county’s open space tax to fund infrastructure improvements.

Cowboys Safety Alijah Clark Brings Mental Health Message Home To Camden

The Camden native's youth was marked by loss. Now he's using his NFL platform to make sure other young athletes don't suffer in silence.

For One Camden Festival, The World Cup Felt Like Home

SoccerFest 2026 turned Wiggins Waterfront Park into a gathering ground for people across the region.