Protest but no mention of water crisis at VMA

Celebrity insider Dyana Williams weighs in on the silence about the Newark lead water crisis from stars at the Video Music Awards.  

Mayor's panel: Eliminate gifted student programs

A recommendation to eliminate gifted and talented programs in NYC public schools has our A+ panel divided.

Epstein accusers appear in court

The courtroom echoed with accusations of sexual abuse by Jeffrey Epstein, who died in prison Aug. 10. Nate Rodgers was at the hearing.  

Effort underway to require GPS on school buses

As NYC begins requiring GPS on school buses, legislation is poised for introduction in NJ in support of Emma's law. We talk to Emma's mom.  

$120M bond program to help fix Newark water woes

Essex County has offered $120M in bonds to address the Newark's lead water crisis. Monica Guy talked to community members.  

Prostitute linked to NYC chef's death

Forty-one-year-old Angelia Barini faces charges in connection with last week's death of Andrea Zamperoni. Nate Rodgers was in court.   

Local farmer finds a way to extend blueberry season

Blueberries are delicious and healthy but the season is short. Monica Guy met a farmer who's working to change that.

Young volunteers fill backpacks in Bronx

Low-income children can pick up school supplies on Saturday thanks to the Lost Angel's Society. Nate Rodgers met the founder.

Taylor Swift, President Obama's new home and more

Celebrity insider Dyana Williams has the scoop on Taylor Swift, Milie Bobby Brown's new makeup line and more. 

Is it acceptable to be a tough coach in 2019?

Bill Spadea talks to a former college football coach who was on Netflix's show "Last Chance U."  

Macy's and JC Penney to sell secondhand items

Macy's and JC Penney are partnering with fashion resaler ThredUp. FIT business management professor Shawn Grain Carter thinks it's smart.  

Weight loss app for kids prompts criticism

A new app from Weight Watchers is designed to help battle child obesity. But some say it's doing more harm than good. Our panel debates.  

NJ team shines at Little League World Series

We talk to the Elmora Troopers of Elizabeth, who are headed home after an impressive performance at the Little League World Series.  

Newark water handout continues amid lead crisis

Some are defending Newark Mayor Ras Baraka as residents get bottled water amid lead concerns. Tommy Farrell talked to community leaders.  

Sergeant in Garner arrest docked 20 vacation days

The first supervisor to arrive on the scene of the Eric Garner arrest loses 20 vacation days. Nate Rodgers talked to community activists.  

Homeless man reunited with family after 24 years

NJ Transit officer Sean Pfeifer helped Jose Lopez find the daughters he hadn't seen in more than two decades.  

Big 7 Travel ranks all 50 states for friendliness

NY is last, NJ isn't much better, but is the hype about No. 1 Minnesota true? We get the scoop from native Minnesotan Carissa Smith.  

New police chief is 2nd Muslim chief in NJ

Meet Mustafa Rabboh, the new Bergenfield chief of police. Tommy Farrell talked to him about why this isn't just another promotion.  

NJ Transit to post performance stats online

NJ Transit stats will be posted to help riders "make informed decisions." Jane Burnett found that not all commuters are sure it will help.