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Obama Campaigns for Sherill as Governor’s Race Tightens

Former President Barack Obama rallies for Mikie Sherill in final hours of New Jersey's tight gubernatorial race, warning of threats to democracy and economic concentration.

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Six Percent Of Trenton Third Graders Read At Grade Level. Here Is What That Means.

Only six percent of Trenton third-graders read at grade level, revealing a deeper statewide reading crisis.

NJCU Launches New Spanish-Language Website For College Applicants

NJCU launched a bilingual website to help Latino and first-gen students navigate college admissions, financial aid, and resources.

NJ Isn’t Turning Red: It Already Is

New Jersey looks blue, but its politics run red. This Camden Front and Center column explains why and how.

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Ex-Paterson Councilman Anthony Davis Turns Mistakes Into Lessons For New Book

Former Paterson Councilman Anthony Davis reflects on redemption in his new book, "There Is Life After Politics, Divorce, and Prison."

Newark Native Susan Stamberg Has Died at 87

Stamberg was the first U.S. woman to anchor a nightly news program.

Plainfield’s Queen City Film Festival Showcases Diverse Voices In Global Cinema

Plainfield’s 2025 Queen City Film Festival showcases global films and celebrates underrepresented filmmakers.

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Audible Unveils The Pillars Retail Hub In Newark

Audible and Newark opened The Pillars, a new 15,000-sq-ft retail hub boosting small businesses and community life near Harriet Tubman Square.

Kean Stage Welcomes Soweto Gospel Choir To Kean University On October 5

Experience the multi-Grammy® and Emmy Award®-winning Soweto Gospel Choir live at Kean Stage in Union, NJ, on October 5th.