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. State Senator Vin Gopal joins us for a wide-ranging discussion. From the state's EMS Task Force funding, to prescription drug costs, to school funding reform.

And, former CDC Acting Director Dr. Rich Besser responds to federal changes to childhood vaccines, including the scheduling of the MMR shot.

Plus, we explore the ocean with two young Rutgers oceanographer who join us from their ship to give us a close-up look on their research on marine life. 

Tonight on NJ Spotlight News, Governor Sherrill’s administration agrees to cooperate with House Republicans as they investigate voter registration errors. We have the latest developments.

And, we talk with GOP Assemblyman Paul Kanitra about his new report on the cost of illegal immigration on the state and why he’s calling for a federal investigation.

Plus, an update on the  longstanding lawsuit by state-run veterans home employees regarding directives they say they were given during COVID to not wear protective gear.

Tonight on NJ Spotlight News, we continue our journey through public art across the state with our digital documentary series "Painting Community.” Join us as we explore the “The Golden Life” community art project in Newark. A project that celebrates women who live and work in the city - spotlighting their pride, joy and resilience. We're joined by Rebecca Pauline Jampol, Co-Director of Project for Empty Space, a non-profit arts organization in Newark and fayemi shakur, Director of the Division of Arts and Cultural Affairs for the City of Newark.

Tonight on NJ Spotlight News, Anchor Joanna Gagis talks with Democratic Congressman Rob Menendez, about the midterms and his reaction to another ICE detainee death from Delaney Hall. Then later, countdown to the midterms - what’ll drive voter turnout in November? We’ll talk to strategists - Democrat Dan Bryan and Republican Jeanette Hoffman. Also, we get an update on the developing story out of Keyport - and the people living in the area whose lives have been impacted by cancer with NJ.com Investigative Reporter Karin Price Mueller.

Tonight on NJ Spotlight News: as heatwaves continue to hit the state, we’re taking a look at the impact of summer on the state’s most vulnerable residents - the homeless and individuals struggling with food insecurity.

Tonight on NJ Spotlight News, it’s a list that generates a lot of controversy every year- NJ.com’s list of Jersey’s best beaches - we’ve got the reporter behind the list here to explain his picks.

Plus, the Boss has a new home - we have the latest on what fans can expect at the new Bruce Springsteen Center for American Music.

And, Revolutionary road trip - as we mark the nation's 250th this year, we'll give you a guide to exploring the state's historical sites of the American revolution.

Tonight on NJ Spotlight News, we're bringing you several segments focused on health and wellness from preserving your heart health, to optimizing your sleep, and the benefits and risks of GLP-1 medications. 

Tonight on NJ Spotlight News, if you have a child who plays sports, you’ve probably experienced the dramatic shift that’s been happening in youth sports lately. NJ.com Sports Reporter Steve Politi recently took a deep dive into the issue, to see what toll all of this is taking on families emotionally and financially. 

Plus, the New Jersey Performing Arts Center in Newark is offering many ways for you to experience the arts this summer, from their Thursday evening outdoor performances to classes during the week.

And, a new study is capturing images of the southern sky through a massive new camera, giving us never before seen images into the beyond. Rutgers University is participating in the study, collecting the data and studying it, we'll hear from one of the lead professors.

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.