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 COVID-19 pandemic, 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, Christie and Phil Murphy, 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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New report finds NJ is facing many possible threats this year
Authorities are watching several groups closely, including racially motivated extremists, anti-government anarchists and anti-abortion and pro-choice extremists
How many NJ residents will benefit from the ANCHOR tax rebate?
The property tax and rent relief program will give NJ residents about $4 billion by next year according to Gov. Phil Murphy
Murphy’s plan to finally fix services NJ residents always complain about
The NJ Labor Department’s antiquated Unemployment Insurance system, that crashed during the start of the pandemic, will get tens of millions for an online system upgrade
Murphy wants to end a tax on NJ businesses but some say that’s a bad idea
The New Jersey Policy Perspective study finds major corporations are making huge profits and the state needs the money to fund critical projects
How much do plane tickets cost? NJ congressman wants clear answer
U.S. Rep. Josh Gottheimer unveils his Clear and Simple Airline Agenda
Rising concern about avian influenza in New Jersey
The virus is spreading and mutating – NJ residents warned to avoid close contact with birds
Your money gone — NJ paycheck direct deposit scam warning
To stop electronic rip-offs New Jersey workers are being advised to confirm a plan with their HR and payroll departments before any direct deposit changes are made
New report finds a NJ law to limit opioid prescription meds has not worked
The regulation adopted in 2017 limits initial opioid pain prescriptions to 5 days but the total number of opioid prescriptions written hasn’t really dropped
PSE&G is lowering gas bills for NJ customers
It’s the second price cut by the utility this year in New Jersey
NJ handing out more preschool money. Is your district included?
Governor Murphy announces a new $120 million grant program for preschool facility expansion
NJ’s judge shortage could get worse by June
Several New Jersey Counties will suspend most civil and matrimonial trials on Tuesday because of judicial vacancies.
NJ tax revenue from pot sales is soaring – where should the money go?
As state leaders consider the question, a new poll finds NJ residents have some specific ideas.