Tonight, we talk with Joe Hathaway, the Republican looking to unseat Congresswoman Analilia Mejia in District 11.

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. And as this is the final Reporters Roundtable here under current operations, we wanted to reflect on the legacy of the long running series.

Tonight, the Fed hikes interest rates for the first time in more than three years. So what does this mean for your bottom line here in New Jersey? We'll break it down.

Tonight, we follow the money coming in from Super PACs in the competitive District 7 race between Rebecca Bennett and Congressman Tom Kean Jr. We'll break down who the big donors are.

Tonight, we look at the latest polling on the race between Democrat Rebecca Bennett and incumbent Republican Congressman Tom Kean Jr., and why all eyes are on this battleground district.

On NJ Spotlight News with Briana Vannozzi, from major companies leaving the Garden State to job losses spiking, is it a warning sign for the state's business climate?? One industry leader weighs in. Plus, major changes coming for New Jersey's Medicaid program - we'll tell you what to expect. Also, ANCHOR relief payments are set to go out this week to homeowners and renters - we have the latest on how much you could be getting and why something called "bracket creep" may be costing you more in taxes - Joanna Gagis explains.

Guests include: 

JOHN REITMEYER

Budget and Finance Writer | @JohnReitmeyer

LILO STAINTON

Senior Reporter | New Jersey Monitor

MICHELE SIEKERKA

President & CEO | New Jersey Business & Industry Association

On this special edition of NJ Spotlight News we mark 25 years since September 11th 2001. A day that changed New Jersey, the nation, and the world forever. Tonight we look at the people who responded, the lessons that followed, and what 9/11 means a generation later as we preserve the memory of that day.

Former NJ Governor Tom Kean

Former US Secretary of Defense Leon Panetta

First Responder Valerie Velazquez-Stetz

On NJ Spotlight News with Briana Vannozzi, as tomorrow marks 25 years since September 11, one New Jersey responder reflects on the tragic events of that day and her continued fight for 9-11 families. Plus, we talk with Miss NJ USA on how she’s making a difference for individuals with disabilities in her community. Finally, our own Colleen O’Dea asks Governor Sherrill about the reported investigation into her Lieutenant Governor over misconduct- hear what she had to say.

GUESTS INCLUDE:

COLLEEN O’DEA 

Senior Writer & Projects Editor, NJ Spotlight News

VALERIE VELAZQUEZ-STETZ 

9/11 Responder | Retired Jersey City Police Officer

Outreach Consultant | Barasch & McGarry | Lawyers for the 9/11 Community 

KATARINA LENGYEL

Miss New Jersey USA

Founder, Inspire Dance Team

Tonight, we get the latest on the reported internal investigation into Lt. Gov. Dale Caldwell amid allegations of inappropriate behavior.

Plus, the state of the Empty Sky 9/11 memorial in Jersey City and what is being done to maintain and repair the site ahead of the 25th anniversary of the attacks.

And, hear from one Rutgers astrophysicist about a new project that may change our understanding of the universe.

Tonight, we look at the key things your family needs to know as the kids head back to school, from foodborne illnesses to the latest on measles cases.

Plus, a new documentary honors the heroes of September 11, 25 years after the attacks. We talk with director Michael Grier and former U.S. Secretary of Defense Leon Panetta about the film.

And, fighting food insecurity. Meet one remarkable New Jersey teen tackling hunger in her community from her own backyard.