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New Jersey's oldest Black-owned newspaper circa 1904
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ELEVATORS DOWN, DIGNITY DOWN: New Jersey Seniors Demand Action as Federally Funded Housing Fails Them
Echo News TV LLC investigates public failures that harm real people. In New Jersey’s federally funded senior housing, broken elevators have trapped elders, could cause falls, and blocked medical care—while officials and managers stall. We document the facts, cite standards, and demand immediate repairs and accountability. If leaders keep dodging, we’ll bring national attention to set the record straight. Or at least get Gina & Pam from "The Martin Show" to shame guilty parti

Karen Brittingham-Edmond
Jul 16 min read


📰 AFTERNOON TEA WITH K BRITT VARIETY NEWS June 13, 2026
Echo News TV LLC’s Afternoon Tea with K Britt: Variety News (June 13, 2026) offers a sharp, Black American journalistic roundup that moves from the cultural restoration of The Roots Picnic thanks to Jay, Beans, & Freeway to incisive political critique and community accountability. With scholarly clarity and pointed wit, Karen Brittingham‑Edmond frames each segment as both reportage and cultural analysis, tracing how power, economics, and public life intersect in real time.

Karen Brittingham-Edmond
Jun 1312 min read


COMMUNITY PETITION STOP THE ILLEGAL SALE OF AFFORDABLE HOUSING IN NEW JERSEY
This Echo News TV LLC petition demands justice for Rachel Fann and every Black family facing displacement in New Jersey’s “affordable” housing pipeline. We call for investigation, statewide audits, civil-rights enforcement, and real tenant protections—because homes built with public dollars must never be flipped without due process, transparency, and accountability.

Karen Brittingham-Edmond
Jun 121 min read


ECHO NEWS TV ADVOCACY REPORT: Stolen Homes, Stolen Peace: The Psychological Toll of New Jersey’s Affordable Housing Failures on Black Citizen Mothers
Rachel Fann’s case in Monmouth County reveals how NJ’s affordable housing failures can destabilize Black single mothers. After 6 years in a federally supported unit meant to remain protected, she alleges her home was sold without due process or transparency. The resulting displacement, dismissal by officials, & lack of meaningful advocacy reflect a wider pattern of neglect. Housing insecurity fuels chronic stress, racialized anxiety, & fear for family stability. Her anger is

Karen Brittingham-Edmond
Jun 124 min read


Broken Trust and Broken Arms: The Alarming Case of Daycare Negligence at “Little People at Work”
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This investigative report exposes the negligence suffered by Asianai Foster’s son at “Little People At Work,” amplifying a mother’s courageous demand for justice and highlighting how undermining Head Start programs endangers Black children. Through advocacy and analysis, it condemns institutional neglect and calls for urgent reforms to protect vulnerable families and restore accountability in American childcare.

Karen Brittingham-Edmond
Jun 75 min read


Lesson 46: The Power of Six — A Call to Self‑Awareness and Voter Responsibility
From the desk of James Jerome Hankins comes a powerful reminder that before blaming others for election outcomes, we must confront our own inaction and blind spots. With over 90 million eligible Americans choosing not to vote, Hankins urges every citizen to embrace “the power of six” by persuading six non‑voters to register and participate, strengthening our democracy one conversation at a time.
(Please confirm all voting information with trusted official sources such as vo

James Jerome Hankin
May 302 min read


The Tea Is Hot: K Britt on Terry Haupt Jr., NJ’s Rising Dangers for Children Pedestrians & Bicyclists, Voting Turmoil & Wakanda’s Return
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“The Tea Is Hot: K Britt serves a sharp, soulful roundup on NJ’s rising dangers for young pedestrians and cyclists, the fight for justice for Terry Haupt Jr., the nation’s voting‑rights turmoil, a bright Jersey weather outlook, and the powerful return of Wakanda with Will Smith and Denzel Washington.”

Karen Brittingham-Edmond
May 307 min read


Soundtracks of Liberation: The Enduring Resonance of Sonny Rollins and Clarence Carter in Black America’s Struggle and Triumph
This article explores the profound impact of Sonny Rollins and Clarence Carter on Black American life, highlighting how their music became a source of resilience, reflection, and joy throughout generations. Through personal and cultural history, it demonstrates how their artistic legacies continue to inspire and uplift in the face of ongoing social challenges.

Karen Brittingham-Edmond
May 263 min read


ECHO NEWS TV LLC — SPECIAL EDITORIAL & ADVOCACY LETTER: A FORMAL PUBLIC REBUKE OF SYSTEMIC NEGLECT
(Press Release + Complaint + International Appeal)
About Echo News TV LLC
Echo News TV LLC, led by Editor& Publisher Karen Brittingham‑Edmond, stands as a beacon of journalistic integrity and cultural stewardship, illuminating the enduring legacy of diverse ancestral voices and their pivotal role in shaping history. Rooted in a profound heritage, the publication is dedicated to advocacy, truth, and the empowerment of communities in New Jersey and beyond.

Karen Brittingham-Edmond
May 228 min read


From Spy Craft to Service: Dexter Ingram Opens the National Security Door for the Next Generation
National Security Careers: The Ultimate Guide to Breaking In by Dexter Ingram is a groundbreaking roadmap offering real stories, practical steps, and clear pathways into intelligence, cybersecurity, counterterrorism, and diplomacy. Written by a 30-year national security veteran, this book is a long-overdue invitation — especially for Black Americans and underserved communities — into a world that has too often kept its doors closed.

Karen Brittingham-Edmond
May 204 min read


REAL CHRISTIANITY AND THE BLACK AMERICAN SOUL: A LEGACY FROM REV. WILLIAM BRITTINGHAM AND MAJOR DR. MARTIN DELANY
Echo Press News TV continues a Black American tradition that unites faith with responsibility and truth with action. Real Christianity is not a brand or private comfort; it is public witness and protection for the vulnerable. Rooted in the legacy of Rev. William Brittingham and Major Dr. Martin Delany, we reject passive religion, tell the truth plainly, and report with courage, clarity, and community commitment.

Karen Brittingham-Edmond
May 144 min read


Afternoon Tea with K Britt Today’s Echo News Brief: Power, Policy, and Public Safety
Echo News TV LLC delivers timely reporting and special analysis on the stories shaping our communities—from New Jersey’s housing, environmental, and equity battles to the lasting impact of President Obama’s leadership amid the Trump era, and the urgent Black maternal mortality crisis in America. Today’s coverage also includes a public safety notice regarding scheduled EOD operations at Naval Weapons Station Earle.

Karen Brittingham-Edmond
May 1411 min read
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