
New Jersey
As building gets demolished, community celebrates legacy of Camden’s Eastside High School
The demolition ceremony marked the beginning of a soon-to-be-built new building, which will open in 2029.
2 months ago
Listen 1:08Princeton town council adopts resolution supporting state passage of Immigrant Trust Act
About two dozen members of the New Jersey immigrant rights group Resistencia en Acción cheered and called for greater immigrant protections.
2 months ago
Listen 1:11In Camden and Atlantic City, health care systems are treating housing as a public health issue
Housing instability is driving ER visits and chronic illness. South Jersey health systems are stepping in with housing support and policy partnerships.
2 months ago
Feel sticky this summer? That’s because it’s been record muggy in the Eastern U.S.
In June and July, Philadelphia had 29 days where the highest dew point simmered to at least 75 degrees. Meteorologists say that's more than uncomfortable.
2 months ago
Aug. 7–10: Hometown Heroes Homey Awards in Delaware, a silent disco at Philly’s City Hall and Tommy James and The Shondells in South Jersey are among the highlights.
3 months ago
Listen 5:13Residents fighting against Trenton-Mercer Airport expansion hit another roadblock
Environmental regulators denied a hearing request for a permit that would pave the way for construction at the airport.
3 months ago
Listen 1:21A state lawmaker says the law will provide greater transparency and help legislators budget for needed infrastructure work.
3 months ago
Listen 0:59Trenton’s Jersey Fresh Jam festival marks 20 years of celebrating hip-hop
The annual festival will feature graffiti, breakdancing, MCing and DJing.
3 months ago
New Jersey reaches billion-dollar PFAS settlement with DuPont, Chemours, Corteva
The settlement resolves lawsuits pertaining to toxic chemical contamination at four industrial sites.
3 months ago
Listen 1:18Animal Alliance in New Jersey announces plans to expand, merge with Hunterdon Humane Animal Shelter
The partnership will expand adoption opportunities and create a new state-of-the-art animal care facility for the region.
3 months ago
Listen 0:56Community-led diabetes programs in Cumberland County are closing gaps in care for Latino residents with education, support and prevention.
3 months ago
Gary Busey pleads guilty to sex offense at N.J. horror convention
Busey had been accused of inappropriately touching women at the Monster-Mania Convention at the Doubletree Hotel in Cherry Hill, where he was a featured guest.
3 months ago
Gaudreau Family 5K raises more than $500,000 for accessible playground at special education school
The playground honors hockey players John and Matt Gaudreau, who were killed by a suspected drunk driver last August.
3 months ago
Trump administration cancels plans to develop new offshore wind projects
More than 3.5 million acres had been designated wind energy areas.
3 months ago
Heavy rain pummels the East Coast and sparks isolated flash flooding
Airports in Philadelphia, New Jersey and New York reported flight delays and cancellations, and Amtrak officials said high water stopped trains between Philly and Wilmington.
3 months ago