NJ Congresswoman Gives Birth While Battling Assault Charges And Seeking Re-Election

It's been an unusual year for U.S. Rep. LaMonica McIver.

New Rutgers Poll Rates Sherrill’s Response To NJ Lt. Governor Scandal

A poll asked New Jersey residents how Gov. Mikie Sherrill is handling the fallout from Dale Caldwell’s resignation. Here's what they said.

Newark City Budget Still Needs Final Vote, Already Several Months Late

An unusual set of circumstances is shaping up for Newark homeowners this year, including a potential tax hike.

Longtime NJ Green Party Leader Mourned: Madelyn Hoffman Dies At Age Of 69

Hoffman, an ex-candidate for governor and U.S. Senate, was remembered as a “courageous activist, peace advocate and environmental champion.”

These NJ Workers Were Hailed As ‘Essential.’ Now They’re Being Deported

Have a loved one in a nursing home? There’s a good chance that an immigrant is taking care of them right now, these health care workers say.

Stranger Fruit: The Anatomy of a Modern Lynching, from the Trees of Mississippi to the Asphalt of Newark

Yesterday, Mississippi ignored Nolan Wells. Today, Newark mourns Wali Bey. The fatal illusion of "sanctuary" for Black men in America.

Calls Intensify For AI Data Center Ban In Newark, Local Groups Push For Moratorium

Data centers will make an already heavy environmental burden worse, while offering little benefit to the people who live there, critics say.

It’s Disturbingly Easy To Be Accused Of 'Gang Membership' In NJ, Report Says

Have a tattoo? Ever stand on a street corner with two friends? These are some potential "gang identifiers" in New Jersey, a report says.

Newark City Council Takes Stance On Data Centers, Passes Resolution

The council wants to temporarily put the brakes on AI data centers in Newark.

Cleanup Of Polluted Stretch Of Passaic River Takes ‘Huge Step’ Forward, EPA Says

The Diamond Alkali Superfund site covers a sprawling swath of North Jersey, including parts of Newark Bay and the lower Passaic River.

NJ Muslim Group Decries 9/11 Attacks–And The Hate Crimes That Followed

Muslim Americans killed in the September 11th attacks included Tariq Amanullah, a husband and father of two from New Jersey.

Baraka vs. Joe D.: The $37 Million Fight That Just Got Personal

Baraka says Newark is carrying Essex County. Joe D. says Newark has itself to blame. The numbers—and the politics—are colliding.

Labor Day Roundup In Essex County: Unions, Lawsuits, Politics And Workplace Rights

“The labor movement in New Jersey is still going strong in the face of incredible challenges.”

NJ Might Lower Utility Bills By 'Raiding' This Environmental Fund

New Jersey may divert millions of dollars from its ongoing climate change battle to help residents pay their soaring electricity bills.

Tug Of War Over ‘NJ Polluters Pay Act’ Continues In Essex County

Fossil fuel companies could be forced to fork over nearly $50 billion to help pay for the costs of climate change.

NJ Congresswoman Battles Federal Assault Charges As She Fights For Re-Election [VIDEO]

LaMonica McIver is facing 17 years in prison if convicted. She is nearing the end of her second pregnancy.

5 NJ Governors Agree: Helping Prisoners Heal From Trauma Can Pay Big Dividends [VIDEOS]

These well-known Republicans and Democrats found some common ground – and it involves "compassion and understanding" for prison inmates.

NJ Lawmakers Clash Over Fate Of ICE Prison After 3 Detainee Deaths

Three people have died in ICE custody at the privately owned prison within a year, renewing calls to “shut down Delaney Hall.”

Another Delaney Hall Detainee Has Died In ICE Custody: Here's What We Know (UPDATED)

Edwin Jovanny Lopez Cornejo is the father of a 12-year-old daughter. He came to the U.S. decades ago, advocates say.

‘I Was Violently Attacked By ICE Agents’ At Delaney Hall, NJ Nurse Claims

Norma Bowe went to Delaney Hall to offer medical care for people visiting their loved ones. She left with injuries to her head, knee.

Legacy Brunch Honors Memory Of Late NJ Lt. Gov. Sheila Oliver, Celebrates Women’s Leadership

The Sheila Y. Oliver Foundation spotlighted several local leaders for their contributions to the community.

NJ Labor Groups Protest At Delaney Hall, Demand ‘Abolition Of ICE’

A GOP congressman who chaired Trump’s re-election campaign in New Jersey says the allegations about Delaney Hall are a “false narrative.”

NJ Senator Wants To End Federal Ban On Weed. Here’s What Trump Says

Cory Booker is calling for a shakeup of the nation’s marijuana laws. So is Donald Trump – here’s what they’re both suggesting.

NJ Mom's Tragic Death Highlights Urgent Need For Domestic Violence Protections, Lawmaker Says

Here are some ways that New Jersey could help protect victims of domestic violence, a state assemblywoman says.

Newark City Inspector Pleads Guilty To Bribery Charge, Banned From Future Government Work

She ordered a business closed, then said they’d be allowed to reopen – if she got a bribe for doing them a “favor,” prosecutors say.

Anniversary Of 'Newark Rebellion' Will Spark March In NJ's Largest City

"It has been called the Newark riots. We do not call it a riot... we call it a rebellion."

NJ Immigrant Detainee Was Raped At Delaney Hall, Attorney Alleges: Report

The man immigrated illegally and applied for asylum. He is married to a U.S. citizen and has no prior criminal record, his lawyer says.

NJ ICE Prison's Air Conditioning Blows Out As Brutal Heat Wave Fries The Region

Advocates allege that detainees are being mistreated at Delaney Hall. Prison authorities, Homeland Security and President Trump disagree.

Baraka Sworn In As Newark Mayor For 4th Time; City Council Elects President

"Each time we have an inauguration, there’s an opportunity to start all over again," Ras Baraka said.

Passaic River Cleanup Remains Stalled, Newark Protesters Demand Action

New Jersey environmentalists are demanding action at one the nation's largest hazardous waste cleanups: the Diamond Alkali Superfund site.

Feds Can’t Squash ‘Sanctuary’ Policies In These 4 New Jersey Cities, Judge Rules

The Trump administration sued four New Jersey cities who refused to help ICE. A federal judge threw the lawsuit out – here’s why.

Protester Struck By Car Outside NJ ICE Prison Plans Lawsuit, Report Says

Video footage shows a driver ramming into an anti-ICE protester outside Delaney Hall in New Jersey. She plans to sue, a report says.

Car Rams Into Anti-ICE Protester Outside Delaney Hall In Newark [VIDEO]

The woman can be seen waving an upside-down U.S. flag outside the prison gate. Moments later, a car hits her from behind.

'UFC You Later,' Newark Protesters Tell Trump After White House Cage Matches

President Trump was cheered at a “patriotic” birthday spectacle – and booed by these NJ demonstrators. Here’s why they hit the streets.

Many NJ Voters Worry About Misinformation, New Poll Finds

Where are New Jersey voters getting their news from – and how much do they trust their sources? Here’s what a Rutgers-Eagleton poll found.

NJ Civil Rights Lawyer Named Head Of Southern Poverty Law Center

Ryan Haygood will take the reins of the nationally known civil rights group as it fends off prosecution from the Trump administration.

New Wave Of Anti-ICE Clashes At NJ Prison Ends With Arrests

A Republican congressman says Gov. Sherrill “made the right call” when she brought state police to Delaney Hall. Activists argue otherwise.

Newark South Ward Runoff Election Results: Council vs. Norton

A runoff election took place for a city council seat between incumbent Patrick Council and challenger Asia Norton. See results here.

2 Socialists Launch Congress Bids In NJ: Kuniansky, Honts Hit The Campaign Trail

Joanne Kuniansky is running for U.S. Senate with the Socialist Workers Party. Craig Honts is competing for a House seat in the 8th District.

Newark Runoff Election For City Council Is Tuesday: What To Know

Patrick Council and Asia Norton will have a showdown in the South Ward on June 9.