NJ Spotlight News with Briana Vannozzi

Tonight on NJ Spotlight News,  it’s primary day here in New Jersey, we’ll talk with strategists on both sides about what their party stands to gain and lose today.   Plus, making history - we recently spoke with Belleville’s youngest and first Latino mayor about his historic win.    And, who are the front-runners in the races and will the situation at Delaney Hall impact voters choices at the poll...

Tonight on NJ Spotlight News, we talk with the new state Environmental Protection Commissioner about his goal's and his agency's response to a suspected cancer cluster in Keyport.   Plus, New Jersey's Supreme Court won't take up the schools segregation case, at least for now. We'll look at what comes next for the two sides.   And, it was a chaotic weekend at Delaney Hall as clashes between protest...

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.

Tonight on NJ Spotlight News, Governor Sherrill announced a new plan this week to deal with the rise of AI data centers. Plus, we talk with NJ state GOP Chair Christine Hanlon about her party’s response to the situation at Delaney Hall and a look ahead to the June 2 Congressional Primary races. Also, Bayonne elects its first female mayor - we’ll talk with the Mayor-Elect on her plans for the Hudso...

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 crow...

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.

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.

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,...

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, D...

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 C...

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.     

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. 

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. 

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. 

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. 

Tonight we're bringing you a special edition of NJ Spotlight News with another installment of our series "Painting Community." This episode focuses on public art in Camden and highlights the work of Camden native and local artist, De'von Downes.   

Tonight on NJ Spotlight News, 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. 

Tonight on NJ Spotlight News, today marks 100 days since Governor Mikie Sherrill first took office. It’s a milestone that many first-time Governors use to highlight their early accomplishments AND set the stage for what’s to come.   Plus, the race is on - we talk with CD7 candidate Brian Varela about standing out in a crowded field of candidates in NJ’s most competitive House race.   Also, Trenton...

Tonight on NJ Spotlight News, a significant ruling from the U.S. Supreme Court today dealt a win to anti-abortion crisis pregnancy centers.   Plus, we talk with Congresswoman Analilia Mejia about her first week in Washington and her agenda while in Congress.   Also, falling behind - we look at the concerning results of the state’s first literacy screenings for grades K through 3.   And, Democratic...

Tonight on NJ Spotlight News, the World Cup countdown is on- Joanna Gagis talks with the New York / New Jersey Host Committee CEO about the final preps and pushback on pricing.   Plus, Congresswoman LaMonica McIver talks about the latest on her assault charges as well as why she’s taking on developers building AI data centers in the state.   Also, the final contract to build the Gateway Tunnel has...

Tonight on NJ Spotlight News, Governor Mikie Sherrill took action on a campaign issue she promised to reform as Governor - affordable housing. Sherrill signed an Executive Order, what she calls a whole-of-government approach to increase access and affordability for residents who need housing.   Plus, World Cup costs - from ticket prices to transit, will the games be an economic boon or bust for th...

Tonight on NJ Spotlight News, we’re bringing you a special NJ Spotlight News edition of Reporters Roundtable – where we'll have a roundup of the top political stories of the week with the help of a panel of local journalists.  

Tonight on NJ Spotlight News, do you ever wonder where your taxes go and how the state actually spends them? Well today, Governor Mikie Sherrill and members of her administration announced the launch of the New Jersey Report Card.   Plus, a possible cancer cluster in Keyport has residents demanding answers about a former landfill site.   Also, Newark teens can vote in their school board elections,...

Tonight on NJ Spotlight News, nearly seventy-thousand people have dropped their health insurance coverage under the Affordable Care Act, as premiums have rising, and the Sherrill Administration says Washington is to blame.   Plus, today is Earth Day, so how is the state handling its environmental challenges? We’ll talk with one advocate.   Also, officials say the state’s economy is ‘strong and sta...

Tonight on NJ Spotlight News, New Jersey has a new Congresswoman.  Representative Analilia Mejia was sworn in by Speaker Mike Johnson on Monday evening - only 4 days after winning the special election in the state’s 11th congressional district.   Plus,  the countdown is on to the World Cup finals here in New Jersey. Are hotels and restaurants ready for the crowds?   Also, a war of words - we talk...