New Jersey

Olympic Champion Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone Inducted into NJ Hall of Fame

From high school track phenom to world-record holder, two-time Olympic gold medalist Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone is celebrated as one of New Jersey's finest, cementing her legacy.
11/28/2025
Voting

Here’s What You Need to Know About Key 2025 Races

As early voting begins, we’ve broken down the pivotal contests across several states.
10/27/2025

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.
09/11/2025

Joe Budden Charged With Lewdness, Alleged to Have Been Naked At Neighbor’s Door

The neighbor claimed that Budden stood nude in front of their Ring Camera.
01/02/2025

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

#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