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Newarkman pepper-sprayed after lunging at officers, police says

When officers arrived, they learned that Sidney McDowell, 26, had a warrant out of Newark municipal court. When police told McDowell he was under arrest, ... >> view original

Bobbi Kristina Brown burial creates a sadly familiar role forNewark...

The Newark funeral home that handled services for Whitney Houston three years ago will bring her daughter to rest beside her tomorrow in Westfield. The body ... >> view original

Newarklaunches municipal ID card program

NEWARK – Newark has launched a municipal identification card program for most city residents, including those who are living in the country illegally. NJ.com ... >> view original

Report: Foreclosures, Empty Homes Still Dragging DownNewark's...

A new report finds foreclosures and housing vacancies continue to destabilize Newark, and the problems extend well beyond the two small “model ... >> view original

Small shops weigh the risks of staying open later

Siekerka pointed to safety as an added obstacle in the downtown districts of urban cities such as Newark and Trenton. Fewer people are likely to stay downtown ... >> view original

N.J. man held woman at gunpoint to discuss relationship, according...

Jamaal O. Artis, 23, of Newark, on charges of first-degree robbery, fourth-degree unlawful possession of an imitation weapon and third-degree theft by unlawful ... >> view original

Minor brush fire breaks out in Kearny, officials say

The fire caused trains to slow down on the railroad bridge that links Kearny and Newark, Dyl added. It took firefighters about 20 minutes to get the fire under ... >> view original

Chris Christie's religion: 7 facts about his Catholic faith

Newark Archbishop John J. Myers is his "dear friend." Christie says he has considered Myers, the state's most powerful Catholic leader, a friend since the pair ... >> view original