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A look at the support available for children living with autism! In addition to the programs to assist the neurodiverse community, we must also focus on the unique challenges faced by those raising autistic children. Julie Mower, Executive Director of the Phoenix Center in Nutley, New Jersey, talks about how they are making an impact int eh community. Also, according to the New Jersey State Unintentional Drug Overdose Reporting System, overdose deaths among New Jersey residents declined in 2023 to 2,816, down from 3,171 in 2022. For those survivors, the journey to recover begins. A peer recovery specialist is not only there to provide much-needed support, but can also share a first-hand experience of recovery from a substance use disorder. Breyonna Kelton, Program Director for the New Jersey Prevention Network’s Peer Support Program, discusses the training available to become a peer recovery specialist. And, the issue of homelessness! Last year as part of NJ Counts, advocates found that 12,680 people, representing 9,148 households, were living in shelters, hotels and motels, safe-haven programs, transitional housing, and on the street during the state’s annual assessment. The annual Point-In-Time Count took place earlier this year with the final report set to be released later this year. Taiisa Kelly, CEO of Monarch Housing Associates discusses the possibility of those numbers rising.

A look back at one of Long Island?s most notorious serial killers, Joel Rifkin, and how the news covered his capture and trial.

FOX 5 NY takes a look at some of the more notable crimes across the New York City area this week, including four girls attacked with a meat clever, a man stabbed and robbed in broad daylight, and a teenage boy accused of killing his grandmother.

Jersey City Mayor Steven Fulop discusses his campaign for New Jersey Governor as well as top issues such as affordable housing and immigration. Also, Congressman Josh Gottheimer talks about his Gubernatorial campaign while also addressing issues such as the Trump administration?s tariff policy and the impact on the economy, as well as affordability for residents. And the panel ? including Republican Strategist Jeanette Hoffman, Democratic Strategist Daniel Bryan, Dan Cassino of the Fairleigh Dickinson University Poll, and Terrence McDonald of the New Jersey Monitor ? weigh in on Senator Cory Booker?s record-breaking Senate floor speech criticizing the Trump administration?s policies amid talk of a lack of leadership within the Democratic party.

In this special edition of Crime in the City, we travel back to the 1970s?a time of gangs, murders, and chaos in the heart of New York City. This is Crime in the City: The '70s, Manhattan Edition.

With the number of social and academic issues our children face today, the subject of guidance becomes increasingly more important. The Boys and Girls Club of Paterson and Passaic has become a valued home within the community as it inspires and supports young people in an effort to realize their full potential. Chief Executive Officer Dr. Christina Dukes Brown talks about the programs available to today’s youth. Also, the ultimate example of paying it forward. A New Jersey non-profit, born in the aftermath of the terror attacks of September 11th! After families received support and sympathy from school children on the west coast in the days after the tragedy, volunteers of the organization are returning that act of kindness nearly 25 years later. Megan McDowell, founder of Heartworks, shares how the non-profit is making a positive impact. And, the battle brewing in Washington over possible cuts to Medicaid, along with other federal cuts in an attempt to pay down the national debt. Many are wondering how cuts to Medicaid could impact a number of New Jersey programs and families. Dr. Tara Chalakani, Chief Executive Officer of Preferred Behavioral Health Group, discusses the ramifications