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.
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Beware! These home improvements will raise your taxes in New Jersey
Home improvements can make your home more livable and raise resale value but be warned: Many home improvements will raise your property taxes in New Jersey.
This is the shocking cost to house a prison inmate in New Jersey
New Jersey reveals shocking increase in cost to house inmates, surpassing cost of child education.
Lawmaker wants to double this tax in New Jersey
A Democratic state senator from New Jersey is proposing to double a tax connected to online and sports gambling. Learn how it could effect you.
Massive data breach affects AT&T customers in New Jersey
Millions of customers may have had social security numbers and other personal data stolen from AT&T. The information was found on the dark web. Learn how to protect yourself.
This scam is everywhere in New Jersey: How to protect yourself
Skimmer scams are rising fast in New Jersey. Learn how to spot a card skimmer and how to protect yourself from this scam.
This is the most common action before a fatal crash in New Jersey
In the moments before a fatal crash in New Jersey, here is what most drivers were doing before the wreck.
Monumental ruling on emotional support animals in NJ: What it means
New Jersey Supreme Court landmark ruling upholds rights for emotional support animals, distinguishing them from pets.
Murphy seeks to create thousands of new ‘gun free zones’ in NJ
All businesses in New Jersey are being encouraged to ban guns from their property. Gov. Murphy and AG Platkin want to create thousands of new 'gun free zones.'
Top 20 towns in New Jersey with highest tax increases
Learn which towns in New Jersey saw the biggest increase in their property taxes, Many have one thing in common. Is your town on the list?
They are watching you — Scanners at New Jersey bridges
As NJ installs new license plate readers, new privacy concerns are being raised. Here is what you need to know.
Don’t fall for this scam: NJ woman duped out of $30k
Nutley, NJ police warn of scam after a local resident was duped out of $30,000. Learn how to protect yourself.
Rutgers should lose funding over ‘absurd’ vaccine mandate, NJ senator says
Rutgers University had one of the first COVID vaccine mandates. NJ Senator Declan O'Scanlon says they should lose state funding if they don't repeal the mandate.