Eric Scott has been a broadcaster and creator of content since he was 14. Now, as the Senior Political Director for New Jersey 101.5, he helps our community understand the complicated world of New Jersey politics. With almost 30 years of covering the state's political scene, Scott provides insight and perspective and help you understand what it all means for you and your family. You can hear Scott on-air as he delivers the morning news broadcasts on the Bill Spadea show. He also produces and hosts our Town Hall series of programs that explore critical issues facing the residents of New Jersey. Scott is honored to have received three Edward R. Murrow awards.
Eric Scott
Did Labor Day start in New Jersey? The truth behind the holiday
Discover how New Jersey labor leader Matthew Maguire organized the first Labor Day parade in 1882 and how Labor Day became a national holiday.
Pit bull mauls toddler in East Orange, NJ; police kill dog
Police shot and killed a pit bull after it severely mauled a toddler and attacked two other children in East Orange.
Missing child found dead in Monroe, NJ
A missing child was found dead in a pond behind the families home in Monroe Township, Middlesex County.
Toll refunds in NJ: What you need to know
New Jersey could issue toll refunds or rebates as a way to bring relief to commuters. Learn how the plan would work and how much money you might get.
Residents demand police write more tickets in Stafford Twp., NJ
The police chief in Stafford Township is promising his officers will be more vigilant in enforcing traffic laws after residents demanded the department make the streets safer.
Mask ban — NJ could ban masks in public and at protests
New Jersey Senator Bramnick proposes banning masks at protests to aid law enforcement, sparking debate on public safety vs. freedom of expression.
‘Stunning’ data breach at NJ healthcare company, AG says
Old and shared employee passwords led to a stunning data breach at a healthcare company that compromised patient data for over 331,000 NJ AG Mathew Platkin.
Gigantic surge in NJ gun permits shows no sign of slowing
New Jersey continues to see a surge in applications for gun carry permits following the landmark U.S. Supreme Court ruling in 2022 that struck down most restrictions on the carrying of a firearm.
This gun is now legal to own in New Jersey, judge says
In another blow to New Jersey's strict anti-gun policies, a federal judge has struck down a state ban on the Colt AR-15 rifle.
New Jersey City University faces massive data breach
New Jersey City University is notifying students of a ransomware attack that may have compromised sensitive personal and financial data.