NJ Spotlight News March 29, 2023

Tonight, on NJ Spotlight News a state takeover isn’t enough to ease tensions in Paterson. Community members rallied for HOURS at a city council meeting Tuesday night. Packing the council chambers, all in frustration over the embattled police department saying “we are in crisis”; Nashville residents will gather tonight for a vigil mourning the three children and three adults killed in the school shooting on Monday. The massacre is among 130 mass shootings this year ALONE in the US. Federal data show gun violence is now the leading cause of death among young children in America. Anchor Briana Vannozzi talks to Michael Anestis, Executive Director of the New Jersey Gun Violence Research Center about that frightening numbers;  Veterans here in NJ are starting to see changes brought about by the newly signed PACT Act. The law expands healthcare and benefits for those exposed to burn pits and other toxic substances while serviing; And don’t procrastinate if you’ve got upcoming international travel plans. The State Department warns the agency is facing “unprecedented demand” and delays for passports.

 

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