I have been covering New Jersey news for more than 25 years, and have served as New Jersey 101.5’s lead investigative reporter since 2000. I've reported on a number of breaking news stories, including the 9/11 Terror Attacks, the Jersey based Anthrax Attack Investigation, the resignation of Governor Jim Mcgreevey, Hurricane Irene and Superstorm Sandy as well as the terror bomb attack down the shore. I have covered the campaigns of Governors McGreevey Corzine, and Christie, as well as U.S. Senators Frank Lautenberg Bob Menendez and Cory booker. Additionally, I broke the story – in a series of reports – on New Jersey’s crumbling, dangerous bridges. I am proud to have received numerous awards for coverage of New Jersey stories, and been featured as an expert reporter on CNN’s Nancy Grace show, covering various topics including the Prom Mom Baby dumped in Trash segment.
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Cops vs. counselors: Do NJ schools need to rebalance spending?
In these troubled times, a lawmaker is pushing a plan to require school districts to report how many psychologists, counselors, social workers and police resource officers that they employ.
What’s the latest on lawsuit against E-ZPass fee ‘scam’ in NJ?
Evidence is being gathered and reviewed to figure out if the New Jersey Turnpike Authority is unfairly and illegally overcharging drivers who get $50 violation fines.
Outdoor dining in fall, winter? Restaurants push NJ to ease restrictions
As the weather gets colder, outdoor dining options are fading.
Gov. Murphy pleads with NJ teens: Let’s stop with the house parties
He suggests a second wave of coronavirus this fall could be caused by young people disregarding social distance and masking requirements at huge parties and get-togethers.
How NJ, ‘one of the safest states,’ is preparing for COVID’s 2nd wave
To be ready for a possible COVID spike the state is building a massive PPE stockpile, putting billions aside in the budget and officials will launch a new coronavirus school surveillance system next week as some kids head back to class.
NJ applies for federal program to give unemployed extra $300 a week
It’s not a lot, not everyone will qualify, the process is complicated and the funds won’t be available until October, but NJ leaders say every little bit helps
‘There is positive news’ — NJ is maintaining its economic momentum
A new study finds the national recovery from the pandemic shutdown slowed during the summer because of coronavirus spikes. Not in New Jersey.
Would smart meters mean restoring power to NJ faster? Maybe
Following a destructive tropical storm earlier this month that left more than a million New Jerseyans in the dark, the state BPU will study the issue and hold hearings before making any decisions.
Murphy on indoor dining: ‘I’m not going to marry myself to a date’
Gov. Murphy won't spell out exactly what benchmarks he's looking for.
Don’t be fooled by phony social media warning about an NJ ticket blitz
NJ law enforcement officials say it’s bogus, posted by ‘bad actors’ trying to cause confusion and trouble.