Tuesday Aug 01, 2023

NJ Spotlight News August 1, 2023

Tonight, on NJ Spotlight News…BREAKING NEWS! Lieutenant Governor Sheila Oliver dies at 71 after being hospitalized for undisclosed medical issues. A trailblazer, and fierce social advocate, the first woman of color to serve as assembly speaker leaves behind a lasting legacy. Those who knew her best remember Sheila Oliver. Plus, A CALL FOR HELP! The Arrive Together response program launches in Newark arming law enforcement with mental health experts to help de-escalate and reduce police use of force encounters; And, a NURSES STRIKE LOOMING after failed contract negotiations that may lead to a strike at RWJ University hospital by weeks end. The hospital now calling on medical students and staff to fill in.