GOP Budget Will Harm Essex County Residents, Commissioner Board Says

President Trump has insisted there are no plans to touch Medicaid, Medicare or Social Security. Some dispute his claim.

Montclair Area Unemployment Decreases: Feds

The unemployment rate in Essex County decreased recently.

Essex County COVID Update: Vaccine, Case Totals For Each Town

See a town-by-town list of vaccine rates and coronavirus cases in Essex County.

Montclair Adds New Utility Charge To Fix ‘Aging Infrastructure’

Montclair residents will see a new quarterly charge on their water bill this July. Here’s why.

New Jersey Courts Try To Settle Cases As Eviction Backlog Swells

The NJ Supreme Court is ordering tenants and landlords to try and solve their disputes without a trial.

Another Republican Candidate Is Running Against Sherrill In NJ-11

Businessman and self-described “outsider” Tom Toomey is hoping to lead the Republican effort to unseat U.S. Rep. Mikie Sherrill in 2022.

Essex-Hudson Greenway Plan In Jeopardy, NJ Groups Warn

The window of opportunity is closing for a hiking/biking trail that would pass through eight towns in North Jersey, advocates say.

Power Outages Strike Montclair Amid Summer Heat Wave

Multiple power outages hit PSE&G customers in Montclair on Tuesday amid a heat wave, town officials reported.

NJ Planned Parenthood Holds Montclair Rally: 'Murphy In 2021'

WATCH: The Planned Parenthood Action Fund of New Jersey endorsed Gov. Phil Murphy for re-election during a rally in Montclair.

Essex County Ahead Of Biden's Coronavirus Vaccine Goal

Here is how the Montclair area is doing in the race to vaccinate its population.

Montclair Passes ‘Historic’ Laws To Protect LGBT Community

The package of legislation includes all-gender restrooms, job protections and a resolution on “gay-to-straight” conversion therapy for kids.

Pandemic Freeze On Rent Increases Will Continue In Montclair

Montclair's temporary moratorium on rent increases for tenants will continue until October. It was first passed in May 2020.

New Jersey Spends $1B Every Year Fighting The Drug War: Report

NJ could have bought a month’s worth of groceries for 20 million families. Instead, it spent more than $11 billion to bust people for drugs.

Rep. Mikie Sherrill Says These 10 Projects Are Crucial For NJ-11

Sherrill pushed for funds to fuel projects in Essex, Morris, Passaic and Sussex counties before a powerful budget committee. See the list.

Young NJ Dems, GOP, Greens Push For School ‘Protest Day’ Bill

These young Democrats, Republicans and Green Party members are supporting a bill that would give them an annual day off to attend a protest.

Meet 2 Alternatives To Murphy, Ciattarelli: 2021 NJ Governor Race

Don’t like the Democratic or Republican options for 2021? Meet the governor candidates for the Green and Libertarian parties in New Jersey.

NJ 34th District Primary Election Results 2021: Gill, Pollack

Sen. Nia Gill and Scott Pollack ran uncontested for the Democratic and Republican nominations. They'll face off in November.

Unemployment Improves In Montclair Area: Feds

Essex County's unemployment rate is higher than the New Jersey average.

Montclair Will Celebrate Juneteenth As Public Holiday

Juneteenth commemorates the end of slavery in the U.S. Montclair will close town offices and suspend trash/recycling collection on June 18.

NJ Republicans Try To Rally GOP Voters Ahead Of Primary Election

Republican leaders in New Jersey are taking aim at Gov. Phil Murphy and a “tax-and-spend agenda” among other Democratic Party members.

Essex County Voters Will Leave New 'Verified Paper Trail' In 2021

VIDEO: Voting in the 2021 primary election? Learn how to use the new system, courtesy of the Essex County Board of Elections.

Montclair Voter Polling Places For 2021 Primary Election

New Jersey is getting closer to the 2021 primary election, which takes place on June 8. Here’s where to vote in Montclair.

2021 Primary Election Day In Montclair: When, Where To Vote

The primary election is June 8. Check out our voter’s guide for Montclair before you cast your ballot.

Pride Month In Montclair: Flag Raising, ‘LGBTQ Equality Agenda’

Montclair will hold a milestone flag-raising ceremony at Town Hall. Meanwhile, advocates have released a local "LGBTQ Equality Agenda."

Montclair Coronavirus Updates: How Many Vaccines, Cases?

See the latest stats for Montclair. Learn how to get a COVID-19 vaccine in Essex County.

Montclair Voters Might Decide Future Of School Board In November

Should members of the Montclair school board be elected or appointed by the mayor? That may be the question in the 2021 general election.

Montclair COVID Vaccine Numbers Rise: See Updated Total

There are about 38,000 people living in Montclair. Here’s how many are vaccinated against COVID-19, NJ health officials say.

The Digital Divide: How Wide In Montclair Area?

U.S. shows great variance in access and use of high-speed internet.

Montclair’s New Task Force Has Big Job: Help Schools Reopen

Montclair Mayor: “This fall, we have every expectation that our schools will be open for full, in-person instruction.”

Now’s The Time To Spend On Montclair Schools, Councilman Says

It may be a good time to bite the bullet and make an investment in the local public school system, a Montclair council member says.

Rep. Donald Payne To NJ-10 Families: Claim New Child Tax Credit

A U.S. congressman from New Jersey is advising families in his district to make sure they claim a new, $300-per-month child tax credit.

Essex-Hudson Greenway Could Battle Stormwater Woes, Advocates Say

If a proposed “greenway” ends up being built in Essex and Hudson counties, it would be much more than just a pretty stroll, some say.

Montclair Town Council Holds Budget Hearing, But Postpones Vote

Several tweaks were made to the proposed Montclair municipal budget, including a $100,000 expenditure increase for the public library.

Watch Montclair Town Hall On American Rescue Plan

A Montclair town hall discussed the impact of the latest U.S. coronavirus relief package. Catch up with the conversation here.

Montclair To Hold Town Budget Hearing On Tuesday

The Montclair Town Council will hold a public hearing on the 2021 municipal budget.

Coronavirus Cases In Essex County: Weekly Town-By-Town Update

Essex County moved from "high" to "moderate" level in the state's most recent COVID-19 Activity Level Report. See updated stats here.

Ban U.S. Weapon Sales To Human Rights Violators: Sen. Menendez

A bill would ban U.S. arms sales that inflict misery on civilians in foreign nations. It’s “common-sense reform,” Sen. Bob Menendez says.

Montclair’s Nia Gill Seeks Re-Election To Senate In NJ-34

Sen. Nia Gill (Clifton, East Orange, Montclair, Orange): “The biggest problem the 34th district faces is the burden of high property taxes.”

Montclair Town Hall On American Rescue Plan: Virtual Event

Curious about the latest federal coronavirus relief package, and what it means for Montclair? Tune in to this virtual town hall.

Essex County COVID Vaccine Update: How To Get Your Shot

Now, anyone 16 and older can get a COVID vaccine in New Jersey. Here's what you need to know if you want to get a shot in Essex County.