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NJ Decides Election Exchange is a political podcast series from NJ PBS’s NJ Spotlight News team that gives New Jersey voters insight to the candidates running for Congress and Senate. NJ Spotlight News Anchor Briana Vannozzi, Sr. Political Correspondent David Cruz, and Sr. Digital Projects Editor Colleen O’Dea conduct one-on-one candid conversations with candidates about the issues impacting the Garden State.
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Listen to the NJ PBS flagship weeknight newscast anytime, anywhere. NJ Spotlight News with Briana Vannozzi airs weekdays at 630 PM EST on NJ PBS and in this feed. The only daily Jersey-centric podcast in the state. In-depth reporting covering all the news, issues, and stories uniquely relevant to the residents of the Garden State.
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Hazard NJ is an investigative series that will highlight the different ways climate change and extreme weather will impact hazardous Superfund sites across New Jersey.
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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 …
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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 …
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Episode 13: Election Exchange 2024 with Sue Altman
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NJ Spotlight News Anchor Briana Vannozzi goes one-on-one with Democratic candidate for NJ Congressional District 7 Sue Altman.By NJ Spotlight News
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Episode 14: Election Exchange 2024 with Matthew Jenkins
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NJ Spotlight News Anchor Briana Vannozzi goes one-on-one with Democratic candidate for NJ Congressional District 4 Matthew Jenkins.By NJ Spotlight News
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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…
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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-a…
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Episode 11: Election Exchange 2024 with Curtis Bashaw
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NJ Spotlight News Anchor Briana Vannozzi goes one-on-one with Republican candidate for U.S. Senate Curtis Bashaw.By NJ Spotlight News
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Episode 12: Election Exchange 2024 with Rep. Andy Kim
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NJ Spotlight News Anchor Briana Vannozzi goes one-on-one with Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate Rep. Andy Kim.By NJ Spotlight News
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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 Re…
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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…
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Episode 10: Election Exchange 2024 with Darius Mayfield
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NJ Spotlight News Senior Writer Colleen O'Dea goes one-on-one with Republican candidate for NJ Congressional District 12 Darius Mayfield.By NJ Spotlight News
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Episode 9: Election Exchange 2024 with Rep. Bonnie Watson Coleman
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NJ Spotlight News Senior Writer Colleen O’Dea goes one-on-one with NJ Congressional District 12's Democratic 5-term incumbent Congresswoman Bonnie Watson Coleman.By NJ Spotlight News
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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 pl…
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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…
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Episode 7: Election Exchange 2024 with Rep. Josh Gottheimer
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NJ Spotlight News Anchor Briana Vannozzi goes one-on-one with NJ Congressional District 5's Democratic 4-term incumbent Congressman Josh Gottheimer.By NJ Spotlight News
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Episode 8: Election Exchange 2024 with Mary Jo Guinchard
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NJ Spotlight News Anchor Briana Vannozzi goes one-on-one with Republican candidate for NJ Congressional District 5 Mary Jo Guinchard.By NJ Spotlight News
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Tonight on NJ Spotlight News: The county line ballot fight may soon be after Burlington and Middlesex Counties reach a proposed settlement in the lawsuit seeking to permanently ban the long-standing ballot structure; Governor Murphy conditionally vetoes a bill that would have given survivors of Hurricane Ida mortgage forbearance on properties that …
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Tonight, on NJ Spotlight News…Remembering the lives lost in the 9/11 terrorist attack …twenty three years later many first responders are still seeking treatment at the World Trade Center Health Program at Rutgers; Plus, Jersey voters and political experts weigh in on the First and maybe ONLY Presidential debate; Also, CRACKDOWN on GHOST GUNS, a ne…
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Tonight, on NJ Spotlight News …Firefighters are battling an “erratic” fire in Berkeley township. The late night blaze … yet to be contained; Also, NJ DECIDES 2024, it’s one of the most closely watched races in the nation, a deeper look at the battle between GOP incumbent Tom Kean and Democratic challenger Sue Altman for the 7th congressional distri…
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Episode 6: Election Exchange 2024 with Assemblyman Herb Conaway Jr.
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Senior Political Correspondent David Cruz goes one-on-one with Democratic candidate for NJ Congressional District 3 State Assemblyman Herb Conaway Jr.By NJ Spotlight News
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Episode 5: Election Exchange 2024 with Dr. Rajesh Mohan
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NJ Spotlight News Senior Writer Colleen O'Dea goes one-on-one with Republican candidate for NJ Congressional District 3 Dr. Rajesh Mohan.By NJ Spotlight News
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Tonight, on NJ Spotlight News...SCHOOL SHOOTING THREATS … districts in South Jersey on alert forced to close today after three kids posted shooting threats on social media; Plus, ON THE STUMP, Mikie Sherrill and Josh Gottheimer holding dueling events today looking to secure their congressional seats, but speculation is mounting that both have their…
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Tonight, on NJ Spotlight News …New Jersey’s efforts to ban e-cigarettes with kids appears to be working, a new study shows teen vaping is on the decline; Plus, JUSTICE FOR VICTORIA, Family and friends of Victoria Lee, killed by police more than a month ago, gather in Fort Lee seeking accountability and an apology; Also, RAISING AWARENESS, Miss New …
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Episode 3: Election Exchange 2024 with Rep. Rob Menendez
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NJ Spotlight News Senior Political Correspondent David Cruz goes one-on-one with New Jersey's District 8 incumbent Congressman Rob Menendez.By NJ Spotlight News
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Episode 4: Election Exchange 2024 with Anthony Valdes
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NJ Spotlight News Senior Political Correspondent David Cruz goes one-on-one New Jersey District 8 Republican challenger Anthony Valdes.By NJ Spotlight News
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Tonight, on NJ Spotlight News …Former Senator Bob Menendez's convicted co-defendant, Fred Daibes, is back in court today facing separate bank fraud charges; Plus, calls for a Cease-Fire from Princeton to the streets of Israel, we go one-on-one with Montclair State’s Israeli expert to understand the politics playing out; Also, REGIONALIZING 911 serv…
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Tonight, on NJ Spotlight News …Mass protests break out in Israel demanding a cease-fire over the Gaza war while college students here in Jersey resume classes and anti-war protests with a new set of campus rules; Plus, FULL COURT PRESS, New Jersey is offering more than a billion dollars in tax credits and funding to woo the 76ers’ arena to ITS wate…
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Tonight, on NJ Spotlight News …More details emerge following the fatal crash of NHL Player AND JERSEY NATIVE Johnny Gaudreau and his brother…Advocates are demanding safer streets; Plus, 3 years later Tropical Storm Ida’s devastation is still gripping some homeowners in New Jersey…A bill on the Governor’s desk could deliver critical aid; Also, a New…
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Episode 2: Election Exchange 2024 with Councilwoman LaMonica McIver
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NJ Spotlight News Senior Writer Colleen O'Dea goes one-on-one with Democratic candidate for NJ Congressional District 10 Newark City Council President LaMonica McIver.By NJ Spotlight News
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Episode 1: Election Exchange 2024 with Carmen Bucco
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NJ Spotlight News Senior Writer Colleen O'Dea goes one-on-one with Republican candidate for NJ Congressional District 10 Carmen Bucco.By NJ Spotlight News
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Tonight on NJ Spotlight News: a special tribute to Michael Aron, our beloved friend and the "Dean of the State House" in New Jersey.By NJ Spotlight News
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Tonight on NJ Spotlight News: The sports world is in mourning after NHL star and New Jersey native Johnny Gaudreau and his brother are killed by an alleged drunk driver in South Jersey; State leaders call on the EPA to create new protections from so-called "forever chemicals" polluting the air; Scientists say the US and the world are on track for t…
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Tonight on NJ Spotlight News: Briana Vannozzi talks to Jean Sinzdak, associate director at the Center for American Women and Politics about female representation in Congress as State Sen. Nelli Pou is poised to be nominated to replace the late Rep. Bill Pascrell; NJ Transit experiences more delays into and out of New York Penn Station due to signal…
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Tonight, on NJ Spotlight News …Getting what you pay for… NJ Transit delays strike again, this time during a week of free rides; Plus, Remembering Bill Pascrell… as the late Congressman is laid to rest in Paterson; Also, surging demand for COVID vaccines is draining a program that gives the shots to some for free; And, utility customers feeling the …
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Tonight, on NJ Spotlight News …Democratic Contenders continue to drop out of the race to replace Congressman Bill Pascrell … as the deadline looms to select a successor; Plus, ON HOLD … a Texas Judge places a pause on President Biden’s program offering legal status to undocumented spouses; Also, Camden City officials look to curb chronic absenteeis…
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Tonight, on NJ Spotlight News …REPLACING BILL PASCRELL…The Mayor Of Paterson is the latest candidate to try and fill the seat left empty by the Congressman’s death; Plus, ONE on ONE with Attorney General Platkin to talk new police USE of FORCE guidelines; Also, FREE RIDE on NJ Transit this week… as the Murphy administration tries to make good with …
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Tonight, on NJ Spotlight News …REPLACING BILL PASCRELL ...a few more candidates toss their names in the ring to TRY and fill the shoes of the late Congressman; Plus, Vice President Kamala Harris makes history, accepting the presidential nomination on the final night of the DNC….as a new poll reveals her with a slight edge over Donald Trump when it …
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Tonight, on NJ Spotlight News …The Attorney General issues a new policy on police use of force during mental health encounters…as the family of a Jersey City man killed by law enforcement takes legal action; Plus, Congressman Andy Kim and Senator Cory Booker take center stage on night three of the Democratic National Convention, amid ongoing ceasef…
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Tonight, on NJ Spotlight News …BREAKING NEWS… New Jersey Congressman Bill Pascrell has died. He spent 28 years serving in our nation’s capital, and a lifetime serving his hometown of Paterson; Plus, breaking down night two of the Democratic National Convention as the Obamas take center stage, and the Jersey delegation casts their votes for the Harr…
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Tonight, on NJ Spotlight News …RESIGNATION DAY for New Jersey Senator Bob Menendez nearly a month after being convicted on federal bribery and corruption charges… as he and HIS two co-defendants ask for their convictions to be tossed; Plus, NJ DECIDES 2024, the state’s Democratic Chairman Leroy Jones joins us from Chicago as the Democratic National…
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Tonight, on NJ Spotlight News …Major flooding slams North Jersey…..closing roads, taking out power and leaving some drivers stranded; Plus, continued questions after the release of body camera footage showing the fatal shooting of a 25-year-old Fort Lee woman during what family say was a mental health crisis; Also, a rise in Senior Scams…how can yo…
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Tonight, on NJ Spotlight News …Replacing Senator Menendez …Governor Murphy officially appoints his former chief of staff George Helmy to fill his shoes; Plus, the man who’s running to permanently replace the convicted senior senator weighs in; Also, NJ Transit commuters sound off after Governor Murphy announces a week of FREE RIDES, but does it mak…
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Tonight, on NJ Spotlight News …Sources say Governor Murphy intends to appoint his former chief of staff, George Helmy, to fill the vacancy left by the resignation of Senior Senator Bob Menendez; Plus, new questions surrounding police de-escalation training during mental health crises in the wake of a fatal police shooting in Fort Lee; Also, JUSTICE…
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Tonight, on NJ Spotlight News …Remembering our very own colleague and Dean of the Statehouse Press Corps, Michael Aron…we look back at his storied career and the more than 40 years of unwavering pursuit of the truth …Former Governor Christie and Governor Murphy joins us to honor Michael’s legacy; Also, the Fort Lee community speaks out after the fa…
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Tonight on NJ Spotlight News: Governor Murphy signs off on legislation to boost literacy for New Jersey's youngest students; Bergen Record political columnist Charlie Stile talks to Briana Vannozzi about the likelihood Governor Murphy will tap political activist Patricia Campos-Medina to fill Sen. Bob Menendez's vacant seat; The DEP convenes a pane…
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Tonight, on NJ Spotlight News…After a brutal summer of transit delays and cancellations, Representative Josh Gottheimer and state leaders spearhead new efforts to solve ongoing TRANSIT TROUBLES; Also, The U.S Department of Education delays financial aid package rollouts, leading to frustration for millions of college students; Plus, MANAGING PAIN…t…
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Tonight, on NJ Spotlight News…Tropical Storm Debby douses the state with high wind and rain. Most of New Jersey for most of the day under a tornado and flood watch; Plus, REPLACING BOB MENENDEZ … who’s on the shortlist to fill the shoes of the senior senator? Then one-on-one with Jeff Cheisa who knows a thing or two about being tapped for the seat;…
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Tonight on NJ Spotlight News: An urgent call for reform after a new report reveals ongoing instances of abuse and neglect for residents with intellectual and developmental disabilities; A NJ Spotlight News analysis of school funding across the state shows property taxes may not be going toward funding your child's education; A complaint is filed cl…
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Tonight, on NJ Spotlight News…A new poll out showing Vice President Harris taking an early lead …as former President Trump looks to rally the republican youth here in the state; Plus, ONE-ON-ONE with Congressman Rob Menendez, his first interview following his father’s resignation after being found guilty on federal bribery and corruption charges; A…
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Tonight, on NJ Spotlight News …The Democratic Presidential Ticket is a done deal. Vice President Harris picks Minnesota Governor Tim Walz as her running mate; Plus, REPUBLICANS FOR HARRIS, former New Jersey Governor Christine Todd Whitman is lending her name to back Harris for President; Also, STOCK MARKET FEARS …a massive CRASH IN THE MARKET yeste…
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