As experts track Hurricane Milton, they’ve seen an increase in misinformation about natural disasters and the government’s response. Many of the claims pollute social media, and agencies like FEMA say it has a dangerous impact on their outreach efforts. ow.ly/AqQO50TIl6Z

LIVE TONIGHT AT 8PM. Getting ready for a smart, informative and lively conversation with Curtis Bashaw & Andy Kim and sharing the set with Briana Vannozzi. NJ Spotlight News NJ PBS

NJ Spotlight News with Briana Vannozzi starts in one hour. Tonight, NJ’s always-controversial black bear hunt is underway. Then, Rep. Mikie Sherrill introduced a bill to help reduce food prices. Watch on-air, online or listen wherever you get your podcasts.

Tonight's Spotlight: Conversation with Senate hopefuls - mailchi.mp/njspotlight/to…

We’re live! Rep. Andy Kim and Curtis Bashaw join Briana Vannozzi and David Cruz for a conversation on some of the top issues facing NJ voters. NJ PBS youtube.com/live/AtI4RHfVx…

So proud to call Colleen O'Dea a friend and colleague. Same for Brenda Flanagan Joanna Gagis JohnReitmeyer who also spoke at last night's Corporation for NJ Local Media event! #journalism #publicmedia NJ Spotlight News NJ PBS

The debut of angry Andy Kim and answer to the question "Have you been to the border?" Curtis Bashaw. Check out the full conversation between the US Senate candidates. #abortion #immigration #economy Briana Vannozzi NJ Spotlight News NJ PBS Reporters Roundtable with David Cruz youtube.com/watch?v=AtI4RH…

Here are some highlights from Tuesday’s conversation with Andy Kim and Curtis Bashaw, where NJ’s U.S. Senate candidates discussed affordability, abortion, immigration, foreign policy and more. ow.ly/FOA150TMKLZ

NJ Spotlight News with Briana Vannozzi starts in one hour. Tonight, new details emerge following the fatal NJ Transit River Line light rail crash. Then, political parties weigh in after our conversation with NJ’s U.S. Senate candidates.

Imagine a hurricane season without intel. Read ben hulac's story:

NJ has released new affordable housing obligations for every town, totaling more than 146K new and rehab units. nj.gov/dca/dlps/4th_R… NJ Spotlight News will be following the story

NJ Spotlight News with Briana Vannozzi starts in one hour. Tonight, a new law sets harsher punishments for home invasions and burglaries. Then, layoff plans rock the East Orange school district. Watch on-air, online or listen wherever you get your podcasts.

“This is a love letter to people, women, but especially women as we get older. Our voices are kind of invisible and we are made to feel invisible.” - Francine Weinberg Graff on why she made this doc. Check out our chat @politicsisamother Loretta Weinberg

NJ Spotlight News with Briana Vannozzi starts in one hour. Tonight, how might the gender gap influence the presidential race? Then, a recent study reveals a concerning rise in breast cancer rates in young women. Watch on-air, online or listen wherever you get your podcasts.

Last year, Hoboken resident Alanna Vizzoni was diagnosed with Stage II breast cancer. While the diagnosis left her in “shock,” she’s turned to social media to share her journey. “I felt like if it could happen to me, it could happen to anyone,” she said. ow.ly/QaAc50TRfaR

Black Republicans in NJ argue that the Democratic Party has failed to deliver meaningful progress on issues like economic mobility, education and public safety. They say the Republican Party offers individual empowerment and economic opportunity. ow.ly/nORz50TRJL3

The East Orange superintendent defends district cuts and layoffs. Is lead exposure adding to NJ’s maternal deaths? The #NJSpotlightNews team breaks down today’s top stories. Watch now on NJ PBS or online: njspotlightnews.org/video/nj-spotl…

“I think it’s easy for us to point fingers,” said East Orange Superintendent Dr. Christopher Irving. “What I am concerned about is moving forward and focusing on our children.” ow.ly/i3JN50TTLlW

Starts in 5

It’s Costly, Long and Exhausting: Welcome to America’s Elections - WSJ wsj.com/politics/elect…