N.J. Gov. Murphy signs new law to address affordable housing crisis
Gov. Murphy estimated that the state is facing a shortage of more than 200,000 affordable housing units.
Black In Jersey & Brick City Jam’s Spotify Ode to NJ Women in Music
Dive into ‘Women’s History Month 2024: Jersey Vibes’ on Spotify, featuring up-and-coming NJ female artists, curated by Black In Jersey & Brick City Jam (courtesy Spotify)
Jersey entrepreneurs shine at ‘Women That Do’ event
This vibrant community event showcased woman-owned businesses, talents, and organizations.
JPEG: nurturing the next generation of photographers in Camden
Photographer Erik James Montgomery opens JPEG, a transformative space for artists of color in Camden.
N.J. mulling proposal to ban new fossil fuel plants. What does that mean for Camden?
The Senate Environment and Energy Committee made sizable steps towards N.J.’s transition to 100% green energy by 2035.
Murphy’s 2024 budget proposal includes medical debt relief and increased funding for NJ Transit
During his fiscal year 2025 budget address, Murphy promised to address predatory medical debt collection, which he said plagues people in need.
13 New Jersey Black-owned media outlets to follow in 2024
Explore our comprehensive guide to New Jersey’s Black-owned media outlets, featuring Five Wards Media, The Trenton Journal, New Jersey Urban News, and more.
Overcoming through art: Camden’s Black History Month Tribute
Over the weekend, the Center for Family Services and Swing Phi Swing collaborated to celebrate Black History Month through discussion, visuals, and performing arts. Cherelle Crook, a member of Swing […]
Collingswood unites to keep Ida’s Bookshop open amidst rent crisis
Discover how Collingswood united to save Ida’s Bookshop from closure. It is a heartwarming tale of community strength and resilience.
Law named after Najee Seabrooks establishes community response teams for mental health crises
The law introduces a Community Crisis Response Advisory Council and a pilot program in six counties: Essex, Mercer, Middlesex, Passaic, Hudson, and Camden.