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Acting DEP commissioner faces tough environmental challenges
Clip: 4/22/2021 | 10m 8sVideo has Closed Captions
As the new acting commissioner of the DEP, Shawn LaTourette has his work cut out for him.
As the new acting commissioner of the Department of Environmental Protection, Shawn LaTourette has his work cut out for him. A greater threat from rising seas than most other places on the planet, spurred by pollution generated by the energy and transportation sectors. Water infrastructure upgrades that come with a $30 billion price tag.
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Acting DEP commissioner faces tough environmental challenges
Clip: 4/22/2021 | 10m 8sVideo has Closed Captions
As the new acting commissioner of the Department of Environmental Protection, Shawn LaTourette has his work cut out for him. A greater threat from rising seas than most other places on the planet, spurred by pollution generated by the energy and transportation sectors. Water infrastructure upgrades that come with a $30 billion price tag.
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Calls for more victims' rights in wake of police violence
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Clip: 4/22/2021 | 4m 17s | Law officials are approaching criminal justice differently after recent national events. (4m 17s)
Is NJ finally turning the corner on the pandemic?
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Clip: 4/22/2021 | 3m 47s | NJ COVID-19 cases trending down as demand for vaccinations appears to dwindle. (3m 47s)
Jersey City schools will now reopen next week
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Clip: 4/22/2021 | 1m 41s | Jersey City schools will reopen after district said they would stay closed (1m 41s)
NJ adult day programs could reopen at 50% capacity
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Clip: 4/22/2021 | 1m 5s | Day programs for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities can reopen (1m 5s)
NJ courts preparing for surge in coronavirus eviction cases
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Clip: 4/22/2021 | 58s | NJ court system preparing for coronavirus eviction cases (58s)
NJ sports betting to see competition from NY
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Clip: 4/22/2021 | 3m 7s | 20% of New Jersey’s sports wagering revenue comes from residents of New York. (3m 7s)
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