Newark News: Tragedy, Tech, and Teaching | Newark News

A tragic crash in Newark claims the life of a 17-year-old near Bloomfield and Mt. Prospect avenues, sparking rumors online about a police chase — Mayor Ras Baraka clarifies the car wasn’t stolen and reaffirms the city’s pursuit policy. Meanwhile, Newark Airport gears up for major tech upgrades, including new radar and fiber optics, with more innovations coming by next summer to slash delays and boost safety. In schools, Newark is piloting New Jersey’s new cellphone ban, with positive early results from one high school, as educators and parents weigh its impact on learning. And in uplifting news, an English teacher from Newark’s School of Architecture & Interior Design has been named Essex County’s Teacher of the Year — one of 21 finalists statewide — shining a spotlight on the district’s excellence. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/e5f79018346f7384