
09/04/2025
“I saw what was needed on this block… and so I thought, ‘Why not here?’” Queen Latifah said as she broke ground on RISE Living, a $14 million affordable housing project named in honor of her late mother, Rita Owens. With 76 units and space for nonprofits, it’s more than real estate—it’s a heartfelt investment in the Newark community she grew up in. Discover how this project is changing lives and keeping Rita’s legacy alive—click to read more. 🔗:https://tinseltowntales.com/news/90032