June 2020, slice of culture

Community seeking help to find 16-year-old girl

June 23, 2020May 22, 2023 by Adrienne J. Romero

UPDATE: Ja’nisa has been found and is home safe. A missing 16-year-old girl has been circulating around social media, and locals are asking for help. […]

Jersey City and Bayonne to Honor Juneteenth

June 18, 2020May 22, 2023 by Neidy Gutierrez

HUDSON COUNTY — Tomorrow marks a long awaited historic moment for the Black community in Jersey City and Bayonne. Jersey City Mayor Steven Fulop signed […]

Culture News + Deepdives, The Culture

Former N.J. Fil-Am journalist could serve up to 6 years over libel case

June 17, 2020May 22, 2023 by Adrienne J. Romero

Disclaimer: Adrienne is a Filipino-American. PHILIPPINES — In Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith, character Padme Amidala — a senator and mother of Luke Skywalker […]

Spotlight, The Locals

Black Owned Businesses: Part 2

June 14, 2020May 22, 2023 by Neidy Gutierrez

We are highlighting some of our local black-owned companies. If you haven’t already, check out part 1 that focuses on fashion boutiques and online […]

News + Politics, The Locals

New Jersey Primary: Who will I see on my ballot?

June 14, 2020May 22, 2023 by Adrienne J. Romero

July 7 — that’s New Jersey’s Primary Election Day, which will help determine who moves on to the General Election in November. One person asked […]

Spotlight, The Locals

Black Owned Businesses: Fashion

June 11, 2020May 22, 2023 by Neidy Gutierrez

Aku Afrika Aku Afrika is bringing culture to Jersey City with clothing and accessories, including leather folding hand fans, made from African fabric. A plus […]

Culture News + Deepdives, Exclusive, The Culture

Filipinos around the globe fear anti-terrorism bill in Philippines

June 9, 2020May 22, 2023 by Neidy Gutierrez

This is a developing story and will be updated with new information. Check back later for more. President Rodrigo Duterte has approved the Anti-Terrorism bill […]