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A vigil is planned Saturday for Moussa Fofana, who was killed at Columbia High School's athletic complex. No arrests have been made.
A vigil is planned Saturday for Moussa Fofana, who was killed at Columbia High School's athletic complex Sunday. No arrests have been made.
UPDATED: He's been found unharmed, police said.
Newark police had sought the public's help finding a 31-year-old man who was reported missing from Irvington.
With the clock ticking, Nutley passed a town law that bans cannabis businesses such as dispensaries and delivery services.
With the clock ticking, Nutley passed a town law that bans cannabis businesses such as dispensaries and delivery services.
A vigil in support of an ICE detainee eventually led to charges of rioting, criminal trespassing and obstruction for 14 demonstrators.
A vigil in support of an ICE detainee eventually led to charges of rioting, criminal trespassing and obstruction for 14 demonstrators.
John Perna was sentenced Thursday to 30 months in connection with a planned assault targeting an ex-‘Real Housewives’ star’s husband.
John Perna was sentenced Thursday to 30 months in connection with a planned assault targeting an ex-'Real Housewives' star's husband.
The Passaic Valley Sewerage Commission wants to build a power plant near their facility in Newark. But some residents say enough is enough.
The Passaic Valley Sewerage Commission wants to build a power plant near their facility in Newark. But some residents say enough is enough.
"I went to my Newark polling place on Tuesday morning to cast my ballot, only to find that there were no voting machines available."
"I went to my Newark polling place on Tuesday morning to cast my ballot, only to find that there were no voting machines available."
A few years ago, Nutley purchased an old appliance store for several million dollars. Today, the property is falling apart and residents are losing patience, a report says.
Chopper 2 shows a partial roof collapse at the building known for many years as Ciccolini's, a former furniture and appliance store.
Newark police are seeking the public's help finding a 31-year-old man who was reported missing from Irvington.
Newark police are seeking the public's help finding a 31-year-old man who was reported missing from Irvington.
The condition of bridges in New Jersey have been rated by the Federal Highway Administration.
The condition of bridges in New Jersey have been rated by the Federal Highway Administration.
Since last year, workers in Newark and Fairfield have died after falling on the job. A pair of workers in Livingston were seriously injured.
Since last year, workers in Newark and Fairfield have died after falling on the job. A pair of workers in Livingston were seriously injured.
ProPublica uncovers massive trove of tax data showing how the wealthiest minimize their tax bills – sometimes to nothing.
ProPublica uncovers massive trove of tax data showing how the wealthiest minimize their tax bills – sometimes to nothing.
There have been many musical duos, trios, quartets and groups over the years. But this may be the most unique.
David Rothenberg: "Playing along with these guys is like joining into a fantastic trove with millions of singers."
Newark firefighters have been given a daunting new assignment: serve as the city's first line of defense during serious medical emergencies.
Newark firefighters have been given a daunting new assignment: serve as the city's first line of defense during serious medical emergencies.
Montclair's only comic book store is moving. But its fans need not panic; East Side Mags is staying in town.
Montclair's only comic book store is moving. But its fans need not panic; East Side Mags is staying in town.
North Caldwell Fire Department: A crash near Central and Gould avenues caused injuries and "heavy damage."
North Caldwell Fire Department: A crash near Central and Gould avenues caused injuries and "heavy damage."
Would you try it?
The local ice cream store dropped a "shock flavor" last Saturday and sold out in under an hour.
A NJ man was the first person in the country to be killed by a lightning strike this year
A NJ man was the first person in the country to be killed by a lightning strike this year.
They’re some of the people who power the Bloomfield Public School District. See the list here.
They're some of the people who power the Bloomfield Public School District. See the list here.
Sherrill pushed for funds to fuel projects in Essex, Morris, Passaic and Sussex counties before a powerful budget committee. See the list.
Sherrill pushed for funds to fuel projects in Essex, Morris, Passaic and Sussex counties before a powerful budget committee. See the list.
These young Democrats, Republicans and Green Party members are supporting a bill that would give them an annual day off to attend a protest.
These young Democrats, Republicans and Green Party members are supporting a bill that would give them an annual day off to attend a protest.
The AG says releasing names will create 'accountability,' while the state PBA believes he's continuing 'attacks on law enforcement.'
The AG says releasing names will create 'accountability,' while the state PBA believes he's continuing 'attacks on law enforcement.'
Check out these events happening in the Bloomfield area this weekend.
Check out these events happening in the Bloomfield area this weekend.
The Monarchs nonprofit has expanded its popular "Learn to Skate" and hockey programs to Montclair State University's ice rink.
The Monarchs nonprofit has expanded its popular "Learn to Skate" and hockey programs to Montclair State University's ice rink.
The 'Ring of Fire' eclipse Thursday morning did not disappoint. See the surreal images taken in New Jersey.
The 'Ring of Fire' eclipse Thursday morning did not disappoint. See the surreal images taken in New Jersey.
North Caldwell firefighters arrived at the home after getting a report about smoke and fire in the walls.
North Caldwell firefighters arrived at the home after getting a report about smoke and fire in the walls.
Did you know that specific flowers coordinate with certain milestone anniversaries? Just wait until you see the Golden Anniversary bouquet! (Sponsored)
From carnations to roses, every flower tells a story. There are even specific flowers that coordinate with certain milestone anniversaries.
Looking for a special birthday gift for a friend or loved one? Send them a beautiful bouquet with their unique birth flower. (Sponsored)
From carnations and roses to violets and daffodils, every birth month has a unique flower.
David Rothenberg: "Playing along with these guys is like joining into a fantastic trove with millions of singers."
David Rothenberg: "Playing along with these guys is like joining into a fantastic trove with millions of singers."
Galeophobia — the fear of sharks — is real, but the chances you'll be attacked by a shark in the waters of the U.S. coast are almost nil.
Galeophobia — the fear of sharks — is real, but the chances you'll be attacked by a shark in the waters of the U.S. coast are almost nil.
Creative. But not enough to keep from getting caught.
A man admitted that he tried to smuggle nearly three kilograms of co***ne into the U.S., hidden in bags of coffee and picture frames.
Our hearts can't handle this. (via Fredericksburg Patch)
When his puppy was diagnosed with parvo, a Virginia boy took matters into his own hands to make sure he got the best treatment possible.
UPDATE: Essex County's longest-serving sheriff has a big lead in the Democratic Party contest. See unofficial results here.
Two candidates faced off with incumbent Armando Fontoura for the Democratic nomination. There were two Republican candidates on the ballot.
A bunch of unusual items went missing from a Montclair home, including a golden mirror, a twin-size mattress and a samurai sword.
A bunch of unusual items went missing from a Montclair home, including a golden mirror, a twin-size mattress and a samurai sword.
ICYMI: Sen. Ronald Rice has been projected as the winner of the Democratic contest in NJ-28. The district includes Bloomfield, Glen Ridge, Irvington, Newark and Nutley.
Sen. Ronald Rice faced a challenge from Quadir Selby for the Democratic nomination. There was one Republican candidate. See early results.
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