NJ Spotlight News with Briana Vannozzi

Tonight, on NJ Spotlight News ...The state is accusing a major hospital system in South Jersey of discriminating against pregnant patients; Plus, Mayor Eric Adams is the FIRST sitting New York mayor to be indicted for corruption ... Unfortunately, that's NOT the case here in New Jersey; Also, FREE NALOXONE, the opioid overdose saving measure can now be found in your child’s school; And, as inflation strains people’s pocketbooks …making sure families in need have a basic necessity… diapers for their kids. 

Tonight on NJ Spotlight News: New York City Mayor Eric Adams is indicted on federal charges of wire fraud, bribery, conspiracy and solicitation of unlawful campaign contributions; The Senate Judiciary Committee advances the nomination of former acting state Attorney General John Jay Hoffman to serve on the State Supreme Court; Rutgers Associate Professor of Political Science Michael Boyle discusses Israel's potential ground invasion in Lebanon; NJ Spotlight News senior writer and projects editor Colleen O'Dea discusses the two scathing reports released by the state Attorney General uncovering systemic racism, gender bias and favoritism in the NJ State Police; The Jersey City council approves a controversial tax abatement plan for the Centre Pompidou; A potential strike next week at ports from Maine to Texas - including Newark - could have impacts on the economy and the political climate ahead of the election.

Tonight, on NJ Spotlight News…A federal government watchdog released not one, but two scathing reports on the FAFSA rollout saying education leaders failed to manage deadlines and technical glitches; Plus, CHASING KEAN, after repeated attempts to get comments from the New Jersey Congressman…our Washington Correspondent tracked him down looking for answers on pretty much anything; Also, a TRAVEL ADVISORY, for women seeking reproductive services outside the state; And, a DISABILITY HOUSING SHORTAGE, experts gather to find solutions to make sure those with intellectual and developmental needs have a place to call home. 

Tonight on NJ Spotlight News: South Jersey Democratic powerbroker George Norcross and his attorneys file a motion to dismiss the indictment brought against himby Attorney General Matt Platkin; The Attorney General's Office releases sweeping recommendations for reforms at the New Jersey State Police to prevent ongoing bias and discrimination; Newly sworn in Congresswoman LaMonica McIver talks to Briana Vannozzi about taking over the role and her first few days in office; A new bill would take control of the NJ Transit Customer Advocate away from the agency and in the hands of an independent commission; Cyclists in South Jersey plead for safer streets in the wake of the death of NHL star Johnny Gaudreau and his brother Matthew; Lawmakers meet to address rising rental costs in New Jersey; Dunellen hosts a welcome home celebration for Olympic gold medalist and New Jersey native Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone.

Tonight, on NJ Spotlight News …Breaking down a big theme running rampant on the Presidential Campaign trail…crime. Is it up or is it down? Plus, CANNABIS SHAKEUP… one of the biggest critics on the board of the state regulatory commission is out; Also, fighting to be his own guardian, a 21-year-old with intellectual and developmental disabilities is asking the courts to give him back his rights; And, Philly’s  offer to keep the 76ers in P.A. may not be a slam dunk, but Governor Murphy’s team says Camden is still in play.

Tonight, on NJ Spotlight News …GAME OVER?…Sorry Camden but the Mayor of Philadelphia says the 76ers are staying  put… announcing plans for a billion dollar downtown arena; Plus, HAZARD NJ...the EPA looks to enact a permanent plan to clean up Newark’s superfund site as the community sound off; Also, a nonprofit in Newton is expanding its medication-assisted treatment services for  those dealing with alcohol and opioid use disorders; And, we’re one-on-one with Essex Fells  native turned PLAY-BY-PLAY sports broadcaster, Noah Eagle.

Tonight, on NJ Spotlight News…A grand jury has indicted Atlantic City Mayor Marty Small and his wife, La’Quetta, on child abuse charges for allegedly beating their teenage daughter; Plus, it’s Election Day, well, in parts of Essex, Hudson and Union Counties, voters heading to the polls today to decide who will fill the unexpired term of the late Representative Donald Payne Jr; Also, all eyes on  the Federal Reserve as it cuts interest rates for the first time in four years; And, breaking ground in Newark, NJPAC pouring  $336 million into a redevelopment project featuring mixed-income apartments, restaurants, and much more. 

Tonight on NJ Spotlight News: Rutgers president Jonathan Holloway announces he will step down from his role at the end of the 2024-2025 school year; A new report reveals the summer of 2024 was the second-worst period for NJ Transit cancellations during Governor Murphy's term; A new Monmouth University poll finds Vice President Kamala Harris holds a slight edge over former president Donald Trump; Lt. Gov. Tahesha Way kicks off the 2024 Ballot Bowl at William Paterson University; East Orange Councilman Bergson Leneus discusses the impact of inflammatory and false claims by former president Donald Trump and vice presidential candidate J.D. Vance on New Jersey's Haitian community; Governor Murphy signs a controversial law to limit the marketing and sales of Delta-8 and other hemp-infused products.

Tonight, on NJ Spotlight News...Lawmakers here in New Jersey call for greater security for high profile leaders following the second assassination attempt against Former President Donald Trump; Plus, One-on-one with First Lady Tammy Murphy outlining her efforts to help combat the maternal health crisis in the state; Also, BANNING MASKS in public places, one Gubernatorial candidate’s proposal that’s getting a ton of pushback, forcing HIM to pull it back; And, ANCHOR FRAUD, nearly a MILLION applicants tried last year to scam the state’s property tax relief program, forcing additional ID checks this year.

Tonight, on NJ Spotlight News …In court today, the suspect accused of killing NHL star Johnny Gaudreau and his brother is ordered to STAY IN JAIL …the judge deeming him a “danger to the community;" Plus, a MATERNAL HEALTH CRISIS…new research finds an alarming rate for pregnant Black women undergoing unnecessary C-sections; Also, ONE-ON-ONE with New Jersey teacher and Pro-Palestinian activist who was shot by Israeli Forces while volunteering in the West Bank; And, SEEKING RELIEF…Hurricane Ida victims plead for help after Governor Murphy vetoes legislation that would have offered a temporary pause on their  mortgage payments.