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In this episode of NJ Now, we discuss how to inspire young children to learn the importance of being engaged with their community by helping others and working together. It is part of an initiative launched by the Sesame Workshop in partnership with the PSEG Foundation. Calvin Ledford, Jr., President of the PSEG Foundation talks about the program.

In this episode of NJ Now, we look at the indictment of George Norcross, Governor Phil Murphy's announcement of an unprecedented clemency program, the two new candidates entering the gubernatorial race, another week of frustrations for NJ Transit commuters, and an interview with Assemblyman Brian Bergen.

In this episode of NJ Now, we take a look at issues affecting residents in the Garden State. This includes everything from education, economy, energy, and transportation.

In this episode of NJ Now, we take a look at the New Jersey Primary Election results that saw Congressman Andy Kim win the Democratic nomination for Senate after his lawsuit to abolish the party line on the ballot, and businessman Curtis Bashaw win the Republican nomination. This is as incumbent Senator Bob Menendez files to run as an independent while still on trial for corruption charges.

In this episode of NJ Now, we talk about the challenges in our food system, especially in schools.

In this episode of New Jersey Now, Angelo Valente, Executive Director of the Partnership For A Drug-Free New Jersey, talks about the issues of substance abuse throughout Garden State communities and the programs in place for assistance.

Mental health, safety, and even the long-term impacts for children when it comes to social media. What signs should parents be looking for, and what are the solutions to address an issue that is negatively affecting today’s youth! Dr. Tara Chalakani, CEO of Preferred Behavioral Health Group gives us some insight in this episode of NJ Now.

A little more than a month away from the Primary Election! For the Democrats, the ballot will look a lot different from previous elections after an appeals court upholds the ruling to abolish the line – the result of a lawsuit brought by Senate candidate Andy Kim! Also, the trial for Senator Bob Menendez is set to begin in only a couple of weeks. Republican Strategist Jeanette Hoffman, Democratic Strategist Brendan Gill, and Peter Woolley join us on this episode of NJ Now.

As home healthcare workers care for the sick and the elderly, many struggle to make a living wage, forcing them to look for supplemental work or leave the industry entirely for a higher-paying job. What impact can it have on home health care and what are the possible solutions! Nancy Fitterer, President and CEO of the Home Care and Hospice Association of New Jersey discusses the issue on this episode of NJ Now.

In this episode of New Jersey Now, panelists including Assemblymember Shavonda Sumter, Political Strategist Jeanette Hoffman, Dan Cassino of the Fairleigh Dickinson University Poll, and Terrence McDonald of the New Jersey Monitor discuss how the lawsuit will impact the future of elections in the Garden State.

It has been a year since the subject of book banning became a major issue across the country. In the 2022–23 school year, the non-profit Pen America recorded over 3,000 instances of book bans in our public school classrooms and libraries. It has led the Hoboken City Council to unanimously approve a resolution to make Hoboken a book sanctuary city, the first in New Jersey. Jennie Pu, Director of Hoboken Public Library, discusses the latest in this episode of NJ Now.

In this episode of NJ Now, we take a look at what happened after Tammy Murphy dropped out of the US Senate race.

In this episode of NJ Now, we take a look at women's empowerment through making an impact on Newark's creative and economic community, while also shining a spotlight on some of the most important issues of today.

In this episode of NJ Now, New Jersey first lady Tammy Murphy and Rep. Andy Kim have been battling it out for Menendez's seat after pleading not guilty yet again.

In this episode of NJ Now, we take a look at mental health in this current post-pandemic world.

In this episode of New Jersey Now, we take a look at owning a home and how the reality is becoming harder for many, especially for first-time, low, and moderate-income homebuyers.

In this episode of New Jersey Now, CEO Talia Young of the Newark Symphony joins us to talk about the renovation plan in time for the venue's 100th anniversary.

On this episode of New Jersey now, we take a look at teenagers who are making a difference in the Garden State.

In this episode of New Jersey Now, we take a look at some of the most inspirational kids in the Garden State.