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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Stand Your Ground: Understanding Self-Defense Laws In New Jersey
Understanding New Jersey's self-defense laws: a closer look at the duty to retreat.
NJ facing cold and dangerous ice — NJ Top News
An overnight flash freeze is causing dangerous icing conditions across much of New Jersey — Eric Scott has what you need to know about it on this morning's First News
Enough: NJ mall bans unaccompanied teens to curb bad behavior
Deptford Mall in NJ implements new policy: teenagers must be accompanied by an adult on weekends.
First real snow in two-years — NJ Top News
School closings and delays as New Jersey sees the first statewide accumulating snow in almost two-years. Eric Scott has the latest on the storm and its impact on this morning's First News.
Do You Have To Shovel Your Sidewalk In NJ? What the law says
Most towns in NJ do require you to clear snow and ice from the sidewalks on your property. How long do you have to do it? What are the fines if you don't?
Another mask mandate — NJ Top News
Masks are now being required at Sandy Hook National park as COVID cases rise in Monmouth County. Eric Scott has the latest on this morning's First News.
Mask mandate imposed at NJ park as COVID rates rise
In response to rising COVID-19 cases, Sandy Hook National Park in Monmouth County, NJ, has implemented a mask mandate for all visitors.
More pharmacy closures: How it impacts New Jersey
CVS is closing pharmacies located in Target stores. The company has announced layoffs in New Jersey.
NJ drivers warned: Your registration renewal may not have worked online
Drivers in New Jersey may not have received vehicle registrations due to a software issue.
NJ makes it harder for teens to get license — NJ Top News
NJ is requiring a significant number of practice hours before young drivers will be given a license. Eric Scott talks about how that impacts teen drivers and their parents on this morning's First News.