Tonight on NJ Spotlight News, Democrat Analilia Mejia won the special election in New Jersey’s 11th congressional district shortly after polls closed on Thursday, defeating Republican Joe Hathaway.

Plus, NJ Transit has released their official transportation plan for fans getting to and from the World Cup at Metlife stadium this summer. Train tickets to the games will cost $150 dollars per person for a round trip, and will only be sold to people who have a World Cup game ticket.

And, we’re bringing you a special NJ Spotlight News edition of Reporters Roundtable,

Tonight on NJ Spotlight News, a landmark ruling in the case against Live Nation, the concert giant that owns Ticketmaster. A federal jury has found the company violated antitrust laws by operating as a monopoly, driving up ticket prices for concert-goers.

Also, it’s election day for District 11 - who’s headed to Congress to fill the seat once held by Governor Mikie Sherrill?

Plus, we look at the impact of the CD 11 results on the balance of power in Washington.

And, environmental groups are joining the fight against the immigration detention center in Roxbury.

Tonight on NJ Spotlight News, hear why some parents are calling for an investigation into the state’s office of special education.

Plus, a freight train derailed near Tonnelle Avenue in North Bergen yesterday around 3pm.

Also, we talk with a GOP lawmaker who’s pushing back on the state’s World Cup spending plan, school funding and more

And, an autism advocate shares what YOU should know about those living on the spectrum.

Tonight on NJ Spotlight News, the World Cup is less than two months away and leaders in the state are preparing for the onslaught of visitors from all around the world. During the games NJ Transit ticket rides from the stadium back to New York could cost around $100, according to the publication, The Athletic.

Plus, the budget is center stage in Trenton right now, we hear from one lawmaker about funding education, energy and public media.

Also, we get the latest on the Iran conflict and where the ceasefire agreement stands.

And, with temperatures on the rise, we look at urban heat islands - what are they and why do they hurt the residents who live in them?

Tonight on NJ Spotlight News, New Jersey residents are still reeling from two recent shootings that’ve left at least two people dead and 7 injured.

Plus, the World Cup is right around the corner, is New Jersey ready? We talk with Congresswoman Nellie Pou.

Also, Newark Superintendent of Schools Roger Leon joins us to answer critics about the district’s spending.

And, will retired public workers get a cost of living adjustment? We’ll look at the state’s plan.

Tonight we're bringing you a special edition of NJ Spotlight News, showcasing our NJPBS series 'Painting Community.' This episode focuses on murals in New Brunswick and the way local artists tell the story of the community's history.

Tonight on NJ Spotlight News, New York Penn station could be closed to NJ Transit riders for four hours before the start of each of the eight World Cup games, that’ll be held in New Jersey.

Plus, the races are heating up - we talk with District 7 Democratic primary candidate Rebecca Bennett about her race to try to unseat Republican Tom Kean Jr.

Also, a panel of strategists give their take on the hottest congressional races and other news of the day.

And, speaking of those headlines, how are you handling the stress that can come from the constant news cycle? We’ll get some tips to help you cope.

Tonight on NJ Spotlight News, a pastor detained by ICE - Congressman Rob Menendez joins us after visiting him at Delaney Hall.

Also, “Put the Phone Away or Pay” - that’s the title of a new campaign aimed at ending distracted driving on New Jersey roads. It’s part of April’s National Distracted Driving Awareness Month.

Plus, we get the latest on state budget negotiations and what might be on the chopping block.

And, we talk with District 12 democratic candidate Dr. Adam Hamawy about his run for Congress.