NJ Spotlight News with Briana Vannozzi

NJ Spotlight News August 14, 2024

Tonight, on NJ Spotlight News …Remembering our very own colleague and Dean of the Statehouse Press Corps, Michael Aron…we look back at his storied career and the more than 40 years of unwavering pursuit of the truth …Former Governor Christie and Governor Murphy joins us to honor Michael’s legacy; Also, the Fort Lee community speaks out after the fatal shooting of a 25-year-old woman during an apparent mental health crisis; And, deadlines are looming… New Jersey will begin a new round of anchor property-tax relief payments for millions of  residents. 

NJ Spotlight News August 13, 2024

Tonight on NJ Spotlight News: Governor Murphy signs off on legislation to boost literacy for New Jersey's youngest students; Bergen Record political columnist Charlie Stile talks to Briana Vannozzi about the likelihood Governor Murphy will tap political activist Patricia Campos-Medina to fill Sen. Bob Menendez's vacant seat; The DEP convenes a panel of climate experts to discuss what the state is doing to respond to rising temperatures; Congressmen Jeff Van Drew hosts the 3rd hearing on the impact of offshore wind energy in New Jersey; Briana Vannozzi and Charlie Stile share stories about and remember the legacy of longtime Chief Political Correspondent Michael Aron after he passes away at age 78.

NJ Spotlight News August 12, 2024

Tonight, on NJ Spotlight News…After a brutal summer of transit delays and cancellations, Representative Josh Gottheimer and state leaders spearhead new efforts to solve ongoing TRANSIT TROUBLES; Also, The U.S Department of Education delays financial aid package rollouts, leading to frustration for millions of college students; Plus, MANAGING PAIN…the CDC releases new guidelines urging doctors to better address pain caused by contraceptive procedures; And, the 2024 Paris Olympics wrap up with New Jersey natives stealing the show and bringing home gold!
 

NJ Spotlight News August 9, 2024

Tonight, on NJ Spotlight News…Tropical Storm Debby douses the state with high wind and rain. Most of New Jersey for most of the day under a tornado and flood watch; Plus, REPLACING BOB MENENDEZ … who’s on the shortlist to fill the shoes of the senior senator? Then one-on-one with Jeff Cheisa who knows a thing or two about being tapped for the seat; Also, a RENT CONTROL BATTLE…the Hoboken council unanimously rejects efforts to weaken their rent control regulation, leaving it up to voters to decide; And, GOING FOR GOLD…New Jersey athletes taking center stage on the podium in Paris and there’s a chance they’ll strike gold again. 
 

NJ Spotlight News August 8, 2024

Tonight on NJ Spotlight News: An urgent call for reform after a new report reveals ongoing instances of abuse and neglect for residents with intellectual and developmental disabilities; A NJ Spotlight News analysis of school funding across the state shows property taxes may not be going toward funding your child's education; A complaint is filed claiming New Jersey is violating constitution by excluding farmworkers from wage and hour laws; Dozens of kids learn important lessons on water safety and swimming during an annual camp.

NJ Spotlight News August 7, 2024

Tonight, on NJ Spotlight News…A new poll out showing Vice President Harris taking an early lead …as former President Trump looks to rally the republican youth here in the state; Plus, ONE-ON-ONE with Congressman Rob Menendez, his first interview following his father’s resignation after being found guilty on federal bribery and corruption charges; Also, questions are still swirling after a police involved shooting in Fort Lee, why mental health services were not summoned; And, power outages and major flooding across the state as New Jersey braces for the remnants of Tropical Storm Debby. 
 

NJ Spotlight News August 6, 2024

Tonight, on NJ Spotlight News …The Democratic Presidential Ticket is a done deal. Vice President Harris picks  Minnesota Governor Tim Walz as her running mate; Plus,  REPUBLICANS FOR HARRIS, former New Jersey Governor Christine Todd Whitman is lending her name to back Harris for President; Also, STOCK MARKET FEARS …a massive CRASH IN THE MARKET yesterday sent  investors scrambling, but experts say don’t touch your 401K; And, SHRINKING SHORELINE…The state unveils NEW regulations on coastal development to protect communities from rising sea levels. 

NJ Spotlight News August 5, 2024

Tonight, on NJ Spotlight News …As the war in Gaza passes 300 days, and the Palestinian death toll mounts, voters are looking to Vice President Kamala Harris' and where she stands on the conflict; Plus, One on one with U.S. Representative Josh Gottheimer who wants to make sure that America’s allegiance to Israel is not lost in the all the controversy; Also, TRANSIT TROUBLES…After a power outage leaves commuters stranded in a hot tunnel under the Hudson for hours, Congressman Frank Palone wants answers from Amtrak; And, HIDDEN SPENDING… more than 600 million dollars was added in the final stages of the budget process…yet no details STILL as to how we got to a record-level budget. 
 

NJ Spotlight News August 2, 2024

Tonight on NJ Spotlight News: Friends, family and colleagues celebrate the release and return home of New Jersey native and Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich; Colleen O'Dea breaks down a new report detailing law enforcement officer discipline in New Jersey; Protesters from around the country descend on New Jersey to push back against a Taiwan-based plastics company with US headquarters in Livingston, accusing them of dumping plastic pellets into local waterways.

NJ Spotlight News August 1, 2024

Tonight, on NJ Spotlight News …BREAKING NEWS… New Jersey native and Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich is FREE in a historic prisoner swap with Russia; Plus, a virtual roll call begins TODAY for Democrats to nominate Kamala Harris to the top of their ticket… will she get the votes? Also, battling SEA LEVEL RISE, the state looking for solutions to fight rising tides along the Jersey Coast; And, PROPERTY TAX RELIEF, the window is opening to apply for the state’s ANCHOR rebate program … what YOU need to know before you apply!