New Jersey

Black New Jersey Teen Banned From Playing In Basketball Game Over Hair, Despite State's CROWN Act

The girl tied her hair up three times but was still refused entry into the game by referees.
01/11/2024

Unboxed Vol. #33: GROOVY Is Poised To Take The Sound Of New Jersey To The Masses

Blending the sub-genre of Jersey Club with contemporary R&B, GROOVY is on the fast track to becoming a breakout artist.
12/04/2023

The Purple Garden: New Jersey is a Complicated State with Complicated Politics

There are no easy answers when it comes to right- or left-wing in the Garden State.
10/27/2023

Ms. Lauryn Hill’s Triumphant Return: Celebrating 25 Years of 'The Miseducation

From intimate renditions of her iconic tracks to a nostalgic Fugees reunion, Hill's Newark performance is a testament to her unparalleled legacy in the music industry.
10/19/2023

Say Her Name: Remembering Marcy Borders, An Unsung Hero of the 9/11 Attacks

Caught in the middle of one of the worst days in American history on Sept. 11, 2001, Borders fought to have a life beyond the “dust lady” moniker that almost defined her.
09/11/2023

#OnTheVerge: Bandmanrill And Sha EK’s ‘Jiggy In Jersey’ Is A Combo Of Club And Drill That Could Set The East Coast Standard

The New Jersey and Bronx natives are bringing their perspective sounds to the table to create something big.
08/09/2023

New Jersey Lt. Governor Shiela Oliver, Black Leader In State Politics, Dies At 71

She’s remembered as a trailblazer who mentored the next generation of Black women in elected office.
08/02/2023

NJ Judge Being Investigated Over Rapping Along To 'Inappropriate’ Songs By Nas And Busta Rhymes On TikTok

Judge Gary N. Wilcox shared the videos under an alias.
07/07/2023

After Monthslong Search, Suspect Arrested In Slaying Of New Jersey Councilwoman

Eunice Dwumfour was shot to death outside her home on Feb. 1, not long after she had been elected.
05/31/2023

Harriet Tubman Monument Unveiled In New Jersey, Replaces Christopher Columbus Statue

The 25-foot piece of art comes after major condemnation toward the Columbus statue.
03/12/2023

Family Of Slain New Jersey Lawmaker Hires Lawyer To Get Answers

Councilwoman Eunice Dwunfour was fatally shot in her SUV more than a month ago in an unsolved killing.
03/06/2023