NJ Spotlight News with Briana Vannozzi

Tonight on NJ Spotlight News, clean energy advocates warn electrics bills in New Jersey will continue to climb in coming years as the regional power grid struggles to meet surging demand from AI data centers.

Plus, Governor-elect Mikie Sherrill announced her plans to be inaugurated in Newark, breaking centuries of tradition.

Also, Atlantic City Mayor Marty Small is acquitted of child abuse charges.

And, the Port Authority prepares ...

Tonight on NJ Spotlight News, if you own a Hyundai or Kia, you may be owed money, and you could be entitled to free anti-theft upgrades. New Jersey and 35 other states reached a nationwide settlement with the automakers this week.

Plus, the US jobs picture is getting murkier with signs the economy is lagging, but has New Jersey avoided the worst of the national issues?

Also, a final summit and a passing of the torch, how the st...

Tonight on NJ Spotlight News, as key ACA health care subsidies near expiration, nearly half a million New Jerseyans face sticker shock on their premium, what action could Congress take?

Plus, a Senate committee this week unanimously approved a package of bipartisan bills aimed at stemming political violence and harassment of public officials in New Jersey.

Also, FIFA World Cup fever is rising but so are ticket prices, what fans...

Tonight on NJ Spotlight News, Governor-elect Mikie Sherrill has nominated Jennifer Davenport to be her Attorney General.

Plus, Governor Murphy’s final push for a bell-to-bell school cell phone ban before he leaves office.

Also, newly uncovered Medicaid fraud at two nursing homes could be just the tip of the iceberg.

And, a new mental health center in Newark focused on the needs of the immigrant community, we’ll give you a loo...

Tonight on NJ Spotlight News, immigration attorneys face surging demand for their services as the Trump administration continues to make record numbers of detentions.

Plus, federal funding for the SNAP program is threatened, leaving New Jerseyans in need with new uncertainty.

Also, economists take stock on the state of business in the Garden State, and warn that the clouds of recession may be gathering.

And, a federal judge strikes...

Tonight on NJ Spotlight News, a major shakeup tonight inside New Jersey’s top federal prosecutor’s office. Alina Habba, President Trump’s former personal attorney, has resigned as Acting US Attorney for New Jersey.

Plus, we look to Washington DC where Democrats AND republicans from NJ are now pushing to extend health care subsidies before time runs out. 

Also, Jersey City’s runoff sent shockwaves through machine politics, sendi...

Tonight on NJ Spotlight News, a public school in Monmouth County is turning into a political battleground, after it was announced that US Education Secretary Linda McMahon is heading to Cedar Drive Middle School in Colts Neck on Friday.

Plus, we talk with Jersey City Mayor-elect James Solomon about how running against the political machine scored him a major victory in Tuesday’s election.

Also, as lawmakers move to scale back t...

Tonight on NJ Spotlight News, James Solomon will be the Mayor of New Jersey’s second largest city after winning a landslide victory over his opponent, former governor Jim McGreevey. Meanwhile - just to the north in Hudson County, another city is getting a new Mayor. Emily Jabbour eked out a win over fellow city council member Michael Russo.

Plus, after a federal appeals court ruled that Alina Habba has been unlawfully serving as ...

Tonight on NJ Spotlight News, a messy wintry mix is still moving across the state. Bringing snow, sleet, freezing rain and a tricky commute for some today.

Plus, Raised voices, cut mics and accusations of silencing a U.S. Senator, why a State House hearing over a New Jersey watchdog agency turned explosive.

Also, we hear from Senator Andy Kim for his reaction to how the hearing unfolded and why he’s concerned about eroding gove...

Tonight on NJ Spotlight News, in a major blow to the Trump administration, a federal appeals court panel unanimously ruled today that Alina Habba is serving unlawfully as the U-S attorney for New Jersey.

Plus, Black Friday sales hit a new record this year, but is Main Street feeling the same love? We’ll tell you why nearly half of small business owners say this holiday season could determine whether they make it to the next.

Al...

Tonight on NJ Spotlight News, amajor shift in how the state investigates corruption is now on the table in Trenton. Senate President Nick Scutari has introduced a fast-tracked bill that would strip key investigative powers away from the State Comptroller and give them to the State Commission of Investigation– or SCI.

Plus, Acting US Attorney Alina Habba’s authority is once again in the spotlight, after the tenures of federal pros...

Tonight on NJ Spotlight News, after steering New Jersey Transit through a turbulent year President and CEO Kris Kolluri is preparing to step down– what does it mean for commuters?

Plus, the state releases a “no regrets” roadmap for its future energy plan. Can Governor-elect Sherrill deliver on low energy costs while keeping the state on track?

Also, Governor Murphy is wrapping up his time in office by issuing another major roun...

Tonight on NJ Spotlight News, a record number of people are expected to travel this Thanksgiving holiday week by train, plane and on the roads.

Plus, Governor-elect Mikie Sherrill is about to inherit one of the most complicated health care landscapes New Jersey’s faced in years, how experts say her administration tackle it.

Also, after nearly a decade federal oversight of Newark’s police department is officially over, what refo...