‘I’m Just Getting Started’: George Clinton, leader of Parliament-Funkadelic, returns home to Newark

George Clinton (right) performs for students and faculty at Avon Elementary School in Newark, NJ. Clinton was honored at ceremonies in Newark and Plainfield on Thursday before taking the stage at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center Friday night. Photo by Christian Richey

The Godfather of Funk was honored at ceremonies in Newark and Plainfield before taking the stage with his seminal funk outfit Friday night. He was joined by special…

Crowds rally across New York for end to Russian invasion of Ukraine

Protesters like Mariana Kovalchuk (left) proclaim their opposition to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine outside the New York Russian consulate on Feb. 24. Russia’s invasion of the country has landed them in hot water, with NATO countries strongly opposing the war. Photo by Christian Richey

Thousands have rallied across New York City to protest Russia’s invasion of Ukraine since it began almost three weeks ago. Protests ranged from solemn gatherings outside the Russian…