NJ Spotlight

Democrats Fear Nearly $1 Billion Shortfall After Gloomy April

Wed, 16 May 2012 16:10:00 GMT

With major taxes growing at half the projected rate, is tax cut now in doubt?

Rutgers-Camden, Rowan University, Closer to a Compromise

Wed, 16 May 2012 16:09:00 GMT

Autonomy and collaboration hallmarks of proposed relationship between two South Jersey schools.

Hearings on Teacher Tenure Reform Delayed -- For Now

Wed, 16 May 2012 16:08:00 GMT

Assembly and Senate committees wary to move as Christie warns he will veto ‘water-downed’ tenure legislation.

Fine Print: SCR 59

Wed, 16 May 2012 16:06:00 GMT

Proposed legislation would make it much harder for DEP to waive the rules.

For-Profit Hospitals, a Transformative Trend for New Jersey

Wed, 16 May 2012 16:05:00 GMT

Operating near the breakeven point and facing large capital expenditures, many nonprofits are struggling to keep their doors open.

Number of the Day: 1 billion watts

Wed, 16 May 2012 16:04:00 GMT

Although the future of NJ’s solar industry remains in question, PJM Interconnection, the operator of the regional power grid, said the grid now has 1 billion watts of solar power installed.

Christie, Sweeney Reach Deal on Tax Cut, but Can NJ Afford It?

Tue, 15 May 2012 16:11:00 GMT

Greenwald warns of potential $1 billion shortfall, vows Assembly will fight for its own tax cut plan?

Google-Backed Offshore Wind-Powered Grid Gains Traction

Tue, 15 May 2012 16:10:00 GMT

As overall efforts lag off the Jersey coast, a federal agency approves Atlantic Wind Connection’s transmission plans pending environmental impact statement.

EKGs for Athletic Kids: Protecting the Young at Heart

Tue, 15 May 2012 16:08:00 GMT

Not yet the norm, EKGs could become commonplace as computers learn to interpret results.

Fine Print: Teacher Evaluation Update

Tue, 15 May 2012 16:07:00 GMT

'Calibration' and 'inter-rater agreement' help keep DOE's pilot on target.

Number of the Day: 758,000

Tue, 15 May 2012 16:05:00 GMT

May can be a difficult month for the approximately 758,000 New Jersey adults and children who suffer from asthma, as seasonal allergies, strenuous exercise, and colds can contribute to suffering. NJ saw more than 52,000 emergency room visits due to asthma in 2010.

Where to Find the Best Buy for Health Insurance? Try the Mall

Mon, 14 May 2012 16:10:00 GMT

Getting ready for overhaul, insurers are setting up shop for new customers looking for coverage

Can Legislators Prevent Solar Sector From Flaming Out?

Mon, 14 May 2012 16:09:00 GMT

Little optimism that new bill can help stave off a crash in NJ's once vital solar industry.

Teacher Professional Development -- the Quiet Controversy

Mon, 14 May 2012 16:08:00 GMT

Everyone seems to agree that the 100-hour rule is history, but what will take its place?

Opinion: No Love Lost -- Politics as Usual in New Jersey

Mon, 14 May 2012 16:07:00 GMT

Politics can be a blood sport in the Garden State, but does that actually interfere with business getting done?

Putting the Teacher Evaluation Pilot in Perspective

Mon, 14 May 2012 16:06:00 GMT

NJ Spotlight hosts a panel discussion that gives educators a chance to evaluate the evaluation pilot.

Number of the Day: 2

Mon, 14 May 2012 16:05:00 GMT

A recent study by the Kaiser Family Foundation found that the health insurance market in New Jersey for individuals is decidedly non-competitive. Indeed, only two healthcare insurance carriers currently have more than 5 percent of the market for offering insurance for individuals and the largest has 73 percent of the market.

Christie Vetoes Health Insurance Exchange

Fri, 11 May 2012 16:10:00 GMT

Some suggest governor's decision is politically motivated and in line with Republican attacks on federal healthcare reform.

Some Sour Notes as Arts Education Tries to Strike Balance in Schools

Fri, 11 May 2012 16:09:00 GMT

Despite spending, testing priorities, arts are offered in nearly every school, but with fewer students and staffing.

Bill Would Hold Utilities to Double Standard: Greater Reliability, Shorter Outages

Fri, 11 May 2012 16:08:00 GMT

Lawmakers' effort mirrors BPU investigation into last summer's long blackouts and slow comebacks.