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Students from Malcolm X Shabazz High School in Newark just made history by winning their first regional robotics championship. The team's victory proves that dedication and teamwork can turn any dream into reality.
For 53 years, every freshman at St. Benedict's Preparatory School in Newark, New Jersey, has earned their place as a sophomore by completing a grueling five-day, 55-mile trek along the Appalachian Trail. The journey transforms screen-connected teenagers into confident leaders who discover the power of teamwork in the wilderness.
For over five decades, every freshman at St. Benedict's Prep in Newark tackles a mandatory 55-mile hike on the Appalachian Trail. What started as an unconventional idea has become a life-changing lesson in resilience that city kids carry with them forever.
A suspected burglar in Newark got a little too comfortable during a break-in, dozing off in a child's floor bed before police arrived. Officers found the 24-year-old curled up and fast asleep at 3:15 a.m. Wednesday morning.
The Devils Youth Foundation just hit a milestone, awarding a record $1.5 million to support 38 organizations and 10 deserving students across New Jersey. More than 93,000 young people will benefit from programs focused on sports, wellness, education, and the arts.
Olympic medalists Amit Elor and Spencer Lee are among 12 elite wrestlers heading to Final X in June, where America's 2026 World Team will be decided. The event doubles as a fundraiser for New York City youth wrestling programs.
Jim Miller returned to the octagon after 13 months to celebrate his teenage son's cancer recovery with a first-round victory. The 42-year-old fighter dedicated his emotional win to 14-year-old Wyatt, who conquered a rare childhood cancer.
Imagine, a New Jersey nonprofit offering free grief support for children and families, is expanding volunteer training to meet growing demand. No experience needed, just a willingness to listen.
Beloved children's entertainer Ms. Rachel visited families outside a New Jersey immigration detention center, singing and playing with children separated from their detained parents. Her message of solidarity shows how compassion can bring light to families facing difficult separations.
New Jersey Devils fans gave Jack Hughes a standing ovation as he returned to the ice after scoring the gold medal-winning goal for Team USA. The emotional pregame ceremony brought an entire arena to tears.
Forty-eight teenagers in New Jersey volunteered countless hours to support children coping with loss through Imagine's free grief programs. The nonprofit just hosted its first-ever Teen Volunteer Appreciation Event to celebrate these young leaders who serve as trusted role models during families' most difficult times.
A new environmental tech center at Pace University is already making waves through student-led projects, including a $12,000 award-winning proposal to expand public access to water quality data. Just months after opening, the center is proving that combining technology with environmental advocacy creates real-world impact.
At just 24 years old, Joshua Van silenced doubters with a stunning fifth-round comeback victory to defend his UFC flyweight championship. After enduring over 10 minutes of ground control, the young champion's striking skills prevailed in a thrilling war of attrition.
A retired bishop is urging Americans to choose bravery over fear by embracing three timeless principles that can bridge our divides. His message comes as national tensions reach a boiling point.
Sean Strickland captured the UFC middleweight championship by defeating previously unbeaten Khamzat Chimaev, despite separating his shoulder just days before the fight. The 35-year-old's gritty performance turned him from underdog to champion in a stunning upset victory.
Middle and high schoolers turned strangers into business partners and blank ideas into pitch-ready startups in just hours. A winning app now helps people with food allergies find safe places to eat.
A former harness racehorse saved from slaughter helped an NYPD officer chase down a purse thief through Manhattan traffic. Kelly is one of 6,000 horses rescued by a foundation proving retired Standardbreds deserve remarkable second chances.
Senior Catholic leaders gathered in Minnesota to advocate for compassion toward migrants while urging communities torn apart by immigration enforcement to find common ground. Their message focused on reconciliation after a winter that saw thousands of arrests and two civilian deaths during protests.
New York City exploded in joy Thursday as thousands of fans celebrated the Knicks' NBA championship with a ticker-tape parade, their first title since 1973. Strangers became family as the city united in blue and orange to honor a team that finally brought home the trophy.
Nearly 2,000 New Jersey students are making history as the largest class of high achievers in a program that helps first-generation college students beat the odds. Their success proves what's possible when students get the support they need to thrive.
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