Welcome to your curated guide to what’s happening today across the Garden State. From cultural events to dining delights, here’s your go-to list for Friday, May 23. 🎭 Arts & Entertainment Opera in Rahway: Experience the power of opera with New Jersey Opera Theater’s stripped-down production of La Traviata, captivating audiences in Rahway. 🍽️ Food
Congresswoman Rep. LaMonica McIver demands the release of Newark Mayor Ras Baraka after his arrest while protesting outside an ICE detention prison, Friday, May 9, 2025, in Newark, N.J, (AP Photo/Angelina Katsanis)
New Jersey, known for its diverse communities, cultural depth, and strong civic spirit, is again in the national spotlight—but this time for all the wrong reasons. A recent confrontation at a Newark-based immigration detention facility has stirred questions about justice, race, and the growing influence of private prisons in our local communities. Democratic Rep. LaMonica
EXPLORE NEW JERSEY A Miracle Return: Edan Alexander’s 584 Days in Captivity Ends with Hope and Healing. “It Was Like an Out-of-Body Experience” Appearing alongside hosts Mika Brzezinski, Molly Jong-Fast, and the Morning Joe team, Edan’s parents, Adi and Rachel Alexander, shared their journey through the unimaginable. 🌞 Weather Report Currently: 50° · SunnyA beautiful
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