NJ Spotlight News with Briana Vannozzi

NJ Spotlight News July 3, 2025

Tonight on NJ Spotlight News, all eyes on Washington as President Donald Trump’s massive spending cut and immigration package gets a final vote.
Also, cutting edge climate research and weather forecasting is on the federal chopping block in Trump's proposed budget.
Plus, growing talk of developing new nuclear energy in the Garden State as New Jersey leaders try to balance surging electricity demands with ambitious clean energy goals.
And, prices drop at the pump just in time for a weekend of holiday travel.

NJ Spotlight News July 2, 2025

Tonight on NJ Spotlight News, House Republicans weigh a critical vote on President Donald Trump's sweeping spending cuts package, a day after the bill squeaked by the Senate.
Plus, the leading budget officer for New Jersey Republicans weighs in on the state's new nearly $59 billion budget.
Also, work is underway on the multi-billion dollar expansion of University Hospital in Newark, a step towards fulfilling a vision 50 years in the making.
And, a pair of Rutgers Scarlet Knights make history, becoming the first two men's basketball players from the school to become lottery picks in the NBA draft.

NJ Spotlight News July 1, 2025

Tonight, on NJ Spotlight News…. The “Big Beautiful Bill” clears the US Senate but faces an uphill battle in the House… as we break down New Jersey’s largest-ever budget in state history; Plus, the White House wants the state’s interim U.S Attorney Alina Habba to serve a full four-year term…putting her nomination in play in the Senate; Also, “SAVE OUR FARM”, a land dispute over a farm in Cranbury has drawn the support of the Trump administration; And, OPEN FOR BUSINESS, the boardwalk in Seaside Heights is officially ready for fun this holiday week, with the Attorney General’s stamp of approval on its games… 
 

NJ Spotlight News June 30, 2025

Tonight on NJ Spotlight News ... UNDER THE DOME, as lawmakers in Trenton pass a record $58 billion dollar dollar budget bill and advocates from both sides of the aisle are criticizing the what’s in and what’s been cut; Plus, the budget calls for diverting millions in opioid settlement funds away from community groups to the hands of New Jersey’s largest hospitals…AG Matt Platkin slams the plan; Also, CHRONIC UNDERSTAFFING , a new report finds several nursing homes are lacking in patient care; And, CRISIS NURSERY, a nonprofit in Monmouth county is providing free childcare for any family in need. 

NJ Spotlight News June 27, 2025

Tonight on NJ Spotlight News…. President Donald Trump is declaring a “giant win” after the U.S. Supreme Court rules lower courts can no longer issue nationwide injunctions on his executive orders, 
Plus, state lawmakers will vote tonight on the multi-billion dollar state budget, and they've already advanced tax hikes as part of the spending package. What will it mean for your wallet? 
Also, the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities seeks to bring internet access to all, pushing to expand connectivity to rural areas of the state struggling to get online.
And, it is the final weekend for North 2 Shore, the statewide festival bringing music and the arts to communities around the Garden State.

NJ Spotlight News June 26, 2025

Tonight on NJ Spotlight News…. New Jersey lawmakers craft a budget deal in Trenton., but what’s in and what’s been cut from the Governor’s multi-billion dollar spending plan…  
Plus, state lawmakers pitch new bills to deal with New Jersey's growing energy crisis.
Also, President Trump’s former attorney Emil Bove is grilled by Sen. Cory Booker after being nominated to become a federal judge.
And, with summer temperatures soaring, the spotlight returns to the dangers of extreme heat on the job.

NJ Spotlight News June 25, 2025

Tonight on NJ Spotlight News, the brutal heat wave gripping New Jersey extends into a third day. Record-breaking temperatures continue plaguing most of the state, causing power outages, transit delays, road damage and putting residents health at risk.
Plus, budget negotiations in Trenton heat up with five days until the deadline.
Also, Congresswoman LaMonica McIver is arraigned on assault charges following last month's confrontation with ICE at the Delaney Hall detention center. She entered her not guilty plea in Newark federal court on Wednesday.
And, Congresswoman Bonnie Watson Coleman joins the show to discuss the recent strikes in Iran and her push back against the “Big Beautiful Bill.”

NJ Spotlight News June 24, 2025

Tonight on NJ Spotlight News, President Donald Trump calls for Israel and Iran to stand down with a tenuous ceasefire.
Plus, a Supreme Court decision opens the door for Trump Administration’s immigration crackdown to continue.
Also, as temperatures hit 100 degrees around New Jersey, paramedics in Paterson are distributing water and providing additional medical care.
And, with summer in full swing, cuts to federal programs increase the risk of food insecurity among kids here in the state.

NJ Spotlight News June 23, 2025

Tonight on NJ Spotlight News, the U.S strikes three Iranian nuclear facilities and Iran retaliates, targeting the largest U.S military base in the middle east.
Plus, Mahmoud Khalil is freed. The Pro-Palestinian activist at the heart of a high-profile deportation fight is finally released from ICE detention.
Also, New Jersey braces for a heat wave, with many counties opening cooling centers to offer some relief from the rising temperatures.
And, new numbers show the Garden State is having success in bringing down the number of low-risk cesarean deliveries.

NJ Spotlight News June 20, 2025

Tonight, a special edition of NJ Spotlight News…Two years in the making …. A comprehensive study of slavery here in New Jersey that’s often been overlooked. The NJ Reparations Council presented its findings on this Juneteenth holiday. Now…how to begin repairing the harm slavery caused to so many… and the discrimination and segregation that still exists in the state today?