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Wednesday May 27, 2026
Wednesday May 27, 2026
Tonight on NJ Spotlight News, New Jersey and New York are teaming up once again on the World Cup - but this time, they're launching an investigation into FIFA's handling of ticket sales.
Plus, as the clashes between ICE officers and protestors continue at Delaney Hall in Newark, we talk with one advocate about conditions both in and outside of the immigrant detention center.
Also, in the crowded field of candidates in the Congressional District 12 race, we talk with Plainfield Mayor Adrian Mapp about his run for the seat.
And later, a high stakes legal battle over Bergen County’s Blue laws could have major implications for retailers in North Jersey.
Tuesday May 26, 2026
Tuesday May 26, 2026
Tonight on NJ Spotlight News, a historic shift, how the DOJ’s decision to reclassify medical marijuana will affect patients and the cannabis market.
Plus I recently spoke with Assemblywoman Verlina Reynolds Jackson on why she wants to trade the State House for Capitol Hill.
And, Congressman Rob Menendez joins us to discuss the ongoing unrest at Delaney Hall detention center.
Friday May 22, 2026
Friday May 22, 2026
Tonight we're bringing you a special NJ Spotlight News edition of Reporters Roundtable - where Joanna Gagis has a roundup of the top political stories of the week with the help of a panel of local journalists.
Thursday May 21, 2026
Thursday May 21, 2026
Tonight on NJ Spotlight News, how the state’s new Department of Veterans Affairs Commissioner is looking to expand services and reach more of our vets, Joanna Gagis takes a look ahead of this Memorial Day.
Plus, how the Girl Scouts is helping young women build the confidence they need to empower themselves, Raven Santana has that conversation with the CEO of Girl Scouts Heart of New Jersey.
And, we speak with State Senator Troy Singleton about the state’s deepening housing affordability crisis– and his proposals to fix it.
Wednesday May 20, 2026
Wednesday May 20, 2026
Tonight on NJ Spotlight News, Memorial Day is this weekend- we’ll get the latest from AAA on what you can expect if you’re flying or driving.
Plus, Briana Vannozzi spoke with one advocacy group pushing for more funding for childcare in the state. We’ll bring you that conversation.
And, the District 12 Congressional primary race is heating up - we recently spoke with one Democratic candidate, Dr. Brad Cohen.
Tuesday May 19, 2026
Tuesday May 19, 2026
Tonight on NJ Spotlight News, one Newark charter school’s “Blue Ribbon” award is called into question - our own urban education writer Julie O’Connor tell us all that she uncovered about the school in her reporting
Plus, an alarming new Rutgers study about firearm suicides after the pandemic - and what it reveals about disparities among gun owners. We’ll talk to the researcher.
And, NJ Transit CEO Kris Kolluri joins us to discuss the latest on World Cup transit preparations.
Friday May 15, 2026
Friday May 15, 2026
Tonight we bring you a special NJ Decides edition of NJ Spotlight News with conversations from the four Democratic candidates running in the primary against Republican Congressman Tom Kean Jr. in the state's 7th congressional district.
Thursday May 14, 2026
Thursday May 14, 2026
On this edition of NJ Spotlight News, we take a look at recent conversations we’ve had on issues that are impacting residents in New Jersey and the nation. Take a listen.
Wednesday May 13, 2026
Wednesday May 13, 2026
On this edition of NJ Spotlight News, we take a look at recent conversations we’ve had on issues that are impacting residents in New Jersey and the nation. Take a listen.
Tuesday May 12, 2026
Tuesday May 12, 2026
On this edition of NJ Spotlight News, we take a look at recent conversations we’ve had on issues that are impacting residents in New Jersey and the nation. Take a listen.
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