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Friday Dec 12, 2025
Friday Dec 12, 2025
Tonight on NJ Spotlight News, we’re bringing you a special NJ Spotlight News edition of Reporters Roundtable with Joanna Gagis, who has a roundup of the top political stories of the week with the help of a panel of local journalists.
Wednesday Dec 10, 2025
Wednesday Dec 10, 2025
Tonight on NJ Spotlight News, Gov. Phil Murphy sits down with Briana Vannozzi for an exclusive exit interview about his eight years leading New Jersey, and what comes next.
Tuesday Dec 09, 2025
Tuesday Dec 09, 2025
Tonight on NJ Spotlight News, immigration attorneys face surging demand for their services as the Trump administration continues to make record numbers of detentions.
Plus, federal funding for the SNAP program is threatened, leaving New Jerseyans in need with new uncertainty.
Also, economists take stock on the state of business in the Garden State, and warn that the clouds of recession may be gathering.
And, a federal judge strikes down Trump's ban on offshore wind development, bringing fresh hope to the beleaguered industry.
Monday Dec 08, 2025
Monday Dec 08, 2025
Tonight on NJ Spotlight News, a major shakeup tonight inside New Jersey’s top federal prosecutor’s office. Alina Habba, President Trump’s former personal attorney, has resigned as Acting US Attorney for New Jersey.
Plus, we look to Washington DC where Democrats AND republicans from NJ are now pushing to extend health care subsidies before time runs out.
Also, Jersey City’s runoff sent shockwaves through machine politics, sending two Democratic Socialist candidates to city hall, we talk to the newly elected council members about their plans.
And, a controversial CDC vote on hepatitis B vaccine recommendations sparks immediate pushback here in the state. We talk to a leading physician who’s living with the disease about what parents need to know.
Friday Dec 05, 2025
Friday Dec 05, 2025
Tonight on NJ Spotlight News, we're bringing you a special broadcast - an in-depth conversation with outgoing Frist Lady of New Jersey, Tammy Murphy.
Thursday Dec 04, 2025
Thursday Dec 04, 2025
Tonight on NJ Spotlight News, a public school in Monmouth County is turning into a political battleground, after it was announced that US Education Secretary Linda McMahon is heading to Cedar Drive Middle School in Colts Neck on Friday.
Plus, we talk with Jersey City Mayor-elect James Solomon about how running against the political machine scored him a major victory in Tuesday’s election.
Also, as lawmakers move to scale back the powers of New Jersey’s top watchdog, we dig deeper into the agency’s role and the kind of corruption it uncovers.
And, Tammy Murphy reflects on her legacy as First Lady and what’s next as she and the Governor near the end their tenure.
Wednesday Dec 03, 2025
Wednesday Dec 03, 2025
Tonight on NJ Spotlight News, James Solomon will be the Mayor of New Jersey’s second largest city after winning a landslide victory over his opponent, former governor Jim McGreevey. Meanwhile - just to the north in Hudson County, another city is getting a new Mayor. Emily Jabbour eked out a win over fellow city council member Michael Russo.
Plus, after a federal appeals court ruled that Alina Habba has been unlawfully serving as the US Attorney for the district of New Jersey, what happens to cases tried during her tenure?
Also, family leave, hear how some lawmakers are trying to expand access while some businesses are pushing back.
And, we talk with tennis star and Jersey native Amanda Anismova about her stellar year and what’s next.
Tuesday Dec 02, 2025
Tuesday Dec 02, 2025
Tonight on NJ Spotlight News, a messy wintry mix is still moving across the state. Bringing snow, sleet, freezing rain and a tricky commute for some today.
Plus, Raised voices, cut mics and accusations of silencing a U.S. Senator, why a State House hearing over a New Jersey watchdog agency turned explosive.
Also, we hear from Senator Andy Kim for his reaction to how the hearing unfolded and why he’s concerned about eroding government accountability.
And, runoff day in Hudson County, two mayoral races and big stakes for Hoboken and Jersey City.
Monday Dec 01, 2025
Monday Dec 01, 2025
Tonight on NJ Spotlight News, in a major blow to the Trump administration, a federal appeals court panel unanimously ruled today that Alina Habba is serving unlawfully as the U-S attorney for New Jersey.
Plus, Black Friday sales hit a new record this year, but is Main Street feeling the same love? We’ll tell you why nearly half of small business owners say this holiday season could determine whether they make it to the next.
Also, is 100 percent clean electricity the path to lower utility bills? It’s one of many reasons environmental advocates say they’re urging lawmakers to pass a clean energy bill NOW.
And, film crews are pouring into New Jersey boosting sales for local shops, but are the incentives to get them here worth the cost? We’ll take a closer look.
Wednesday Nov 26, 2025
Wednesday Nov 26, 2025
Tonight on NJ Spotlight News, amajor shift in how the state investigates corruption is now on the table in Trenton. Senate President Nick Scutari has introduced a fast-tracked bill that would strip key investigative powers away from the State Comptroller and give them to the State Commission of Investigation– or SCI.
Plus, Acting US Attorney Alina Habba’s authority is once again in the spotlight, after the tenures of federal prosecutors in other states face challenges.
Also, high-impact tutoring is helping New Jersey students claw back pandemic learning loss, so why are some schools pulling out of the program?
And, with more than a million New Jerseyans facing food insecurity, community groups statewide are stepping up to get holiday meals on the table this Thanksgiving.
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