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Echo News TV, LLC
New Jersey's oldest Black-owned newspaper circa 1904
Community News & Opinion Articles


Why Indifference to Homelessness Must End.
This article examines the urgent crisis of homelessness among Black American families in New Jersey, highlighting systemic disparities, policy failures, and the ongoing legacy of civil rights leaders. It calls for immediate, equitable reform to end institutional indifference and restore justice for citizens historically marginalized by housing policies.

Karen Brittingham-Edmond
2 days ago3 min read


When Home Stops Feeling Safe: How New Jersey’s Cost‑of‑Living Crisis Is Reshaping Families, Faith, and the Future
This article exposes the everyday struggles of New Jersey residents who are outraged by skyrocketing rent, unaffordable car insurance, and a broken healthcare system—issues that force families into survival mode and threaten the meaning of home. It calls out the injustice, showing how these economic pressures reshape family life and demand urgent action.

Karen Brittingham-Edmond
Apr 224 min read


Afternoon Tea Chat with Echo News TV LLC Spring Forward, Keansburg! Parade Pride, Community Voices, and Healthy Horizons Bloom in the Bayshore Area.
About today's Afternoon Tea Chat from Echo News TV LLC: This uplifting spring edition celebrates Keansburg’s renewed Memorial Day Parade and explores the deep roots of Memorial Day in African American history, offers vital health updates for New Jersey families, and spotlights the vibrant voices and events shaping our community. With features on public health, education, and local gatherings, it’s a joyful invitation to connect, reflect, and join in the Bayshore’s blossoming

Karen Brittingham-Edmond
Apr 216 min read


When the Smoke Clears: Why Science Says Medicinal Cannabis Deserves a Second Look
This article explores recent scientific findings that highlight the genuine therapeutic potential of medicinal cannabis, moving beyond outdated stigma and misinformation. With a pleasant outlook, it encourages readers to embrace open-minded, evidence-based conversations about cannabis as a promising tool for health and wellness

Karen Brittingham-Edmond
Apr 213 min read


✨ Echo News TV LLC Shout‑Out: 4/20 Weekend at Premo Cannabis Keyport NJ! ✨
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A vibrant Echo News TV LLC spotlight celebrating Premo Cannabis’ 4/20 Weekend, honoring the Black‑owned Keyport dispensary’s community spirit, free treats, and feel‑good vibes that keep the Bayshore lifted. This shout‑out captures the fun, flavor, and cultural pride that make Premo a local favorite.

Karen Brittingham-Edmond
Apr 181 min read


From Disney's New Powerhouse to Burg Parade Day Drama: Echo Tea & Biscuits with K Britt Covers Industry Shifts, Keansburg's Bomb Scare, and Heart-Healthy Living
Echo News TV LLC's Variety Report delivers timely community updates and industry spotlights, blending entertainment breakthroughs—like Atiya Henry's historic appointment at Disney—with vital public safety news and wellness insights. Each edition features engaging segments such as the Tea & Biscuits Chats with K Britt, offering fresh perspectives on today's most relevant topics.

Karen Brittingham-Edmond
Mar 294 min read


The Healing Touch: How Holistic Care Revives the Journalistic Spirit
In Monmouth County, NJ, Echo Press News TV shares a personal account of how the emotional toll of reporting on foster care failures, missing Black children, & systemic displacement led to depression & a complete halt in writing. Confronted with the weight of “hard truth,” the author found their mission—& mental health—at risk.
Relief came through holistic care: a one-hour massage session at Brookdale Community College’s Massage Therapy student clinic, recommended by the autho

Karen Brittingham-Edmond
Mar 263 min read


A Community’s Bravery, A Nation’s Failure: The Unbearable Loss of Christopher Redding
Christopher Redding's final act of heroism—shielding two younger students from gunfire at the cost of his own life—serves as a heartbreaking reminder of the innocence lost to America’s unchecked gun violence. His story exposes the tragic consequences of a system that, through both silence and suppression, fails to protect its most vulnerable. Christopher’s sacrifice calls for urgent change, so that no more lives are stolen by a preventable epidemic.

Karen Brittingham-Edmond
Feb 183 min read


Hillsborough Community Faces Profound Grief After Loss of Two Students
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The Hillsborough community is experiencing a deep and collective grief following the unimaginable loss of two young students from Sunnymead Elementary. In our view, acknowledging the pain openly and supporting one another with understanding and care can be an important step as families and classmates begin to process this tragedy.

Karen Brittingham-Edmond
Jan 143 min read


Afternoon Tea Chat Topics on: Ocean Grove’s Daring Rescue & The Fight for Voting Rights with McIver, Coleman, and Conway: December 2025 Variety News
Welcome to today's December 2025 Echo News TV LLC Tea Afternoon Variety Report, where we bring you breaking stories and in-depth analysis from across New Jersey and beyond. From a dramatic Ocean Grove rescue to the fight for voting rights, timely weather warnings, and community responses to tragedy, this edition captures the pivotal moments shaping our state and nation.

Karen Brittingham-Edmond
Dec 29, 20257 min read


Healthcare on the Brink: Echo News TV Investigates the Lurie Daniel Favors Show's Legal Wake-Up Call
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Echo News TV dives deep into the urgent fight for healthcare justice as Lurie Daniel Favors exposes political failures and threats to civil rights. This investigative report reveals the high stakes for millions of Americans & the critical need for united action.

Karen Brittingham-Edmond
Dec 11, 20253 min read
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