NJ Spotlight News is a New Jersey-focused news organization and part of NJ PBS at Montclair State University. It reports on the issues, decisions and people shaping life across the state, helping residents follow developments in government, public services, communities and the economy. Its coverage spans politics, elections, state budgets, business, education, health care, housing, immigration, energy and the environment, transportation, law and public safety, and social issues.

The site features daily news stories, investigative reporting, analysis, opinion pieces, interviews and explainers, alongside dedicated coverage of major topics such as NJ Decides and Under the Dome. NJ Spotlight News also produces podcasts and video content, including conversations about current affairs and community life. Readers can access Spanish-language New Jersey news coverage and subscribe to the organization’s newsletter.

The website provides information about its team, programming, viewing options and frequently asked questions, as well as ways to connect and support NJ PBS. Its reporting is designed to keep New Jerseyans informed about policies, public concerns and changes affecting their communities