Newark mayor slams anti-maskers during vigil for COVID victims
New Jersey's largest city has recorded nearly 22,00 confirmed coronavirus cases and more than 750 deaths in 2020.
Joe Lewis Clark, principal from 'Lean On Me,' dead at 82
Joe Louis Clark, the baseball bat and bullhorn-wielding principal who inspired the 1989 film “Lean on Me,” died at his Florida home on Tuesday.
COVID-19 vaccinations begin for healthcare workers in NJ
The COVID vaccine is a sigh of relief for many across the nation.
‘I actually like cried’: A struggling photographer tweets about looking for work, Oprah responds
Malcolm Manning was about to break away from photography when he captured his biggest client: Oprah Winfrey.
NJ administers first COVID vaccine in the state
A nurse from University Hospital in Newark became the first person in New Jersey to receive the vaccine for the coronavirus.
Newark Penn Station to get $190 million makeover
Gov. Phil Murphy announced a planned $190 million facelift for Newark's train, bus, and light rail station. About 50,000 people per day pass through the station, making it among the 10 busiest in the country.
Child wounded when shots are fired into Newark home
Authorities say a 12-year-old boy was wounded when someone fired at least one shot into a Newark home during an apparent drive-by shooting.
Newark stay-at-home advisory goes into effect
A 10-day stay-at-home advisory is underway in New Jersey's largest city.
Coronavirus spike hits nightlife in Newark
The resurgence of the new coronavirus in New Jersey has been amplified in Newark, its largest city, and particularly in the Ironbound, the epicenter of Newark’s nightlife.
OxyContin maker Purdue Pharma pleads guilty to 3 charges in criminal case
OxyContin maker Purdue Pharma has pleaded guilty to criminal charges and formally admitted its role in the opioid crisis.
Newark Mayor issues stay-at-home advisory for next week
Newark is issuing a 10-day stay at home order beginning next week in order to try and stem a second wave of COVID infections.
Newark imposes curfew as virus surges
Residents in some parts of New Jersey's largest city are facing a 9 p.m. curfew for at least the rest of the month as officials seek to stop a surge in coronavirus infections.
NJ Rep. Tom Malinowski defeats GOP challenger
Freshman Democratic Rep. Tom Malinowski of New Jersey has defeated his GOP challenger.
With coronavirus cases soaring, Newark reinstates curfew
The City of Newark has reinstated a curfew for non-essential businesses in an effort to prevent further spread of a second wave of the coronavirus.
Newark Mayor: City will take 'serious measures' to combat COVID spike
Newark Mayor Ras Baraka tweeted Sunday night that the city has had more COVID-19 cases than every other city in Essex County combined.
Man admits crashing truck into Planned Parenthood clinic
A Massachusetts man has admitted he intentionally crashed a stolen truck into a Planned Parenthood clinic in New Jersey.
Virus shields going up at TSA checkpoints at JFK, Newark airports
The TSA is installing the shields in areas that officers interact the most with passengers.
How to vote by mail in New Jersey
You can vote by mail in New Jersey. Here is how to get and then submit your ballot for the 2020 general election.
NJ postal worker accused of throwing away election ballots
A mail carrier in New Jersey was arrested on Wednesday for discarding a large amount of mail, including general election ballots.
Hospitals facing financial woes amid COVID pandemic
Hospitals are sounding the alarm about a second wave of coronavirus infections, which could be catastrophic to health facilities already strapped for cash.