Jen is a seasoned radio veteran with more than 30 years of experience as a broadcast journalist and morning show co-host. She has been at NJ 101.5 since 2016 as a news anchor and digital content writer. Before that, Jen was a traffic reporter at Total/Shadow Traffic, a business news anchor at The Wall Street Journal Radio Network, a morning show co-host on 106.3 GROCK, 95.9 The Rat, 92.7 WOBM, 100.1 WJRZ and Q104.3 in New York City, and a morning show producer on Z100. She is also a voiceover artist and an announcer for Tournament of Bands high school marching band competitions. Jen lives at the Jersey Shore and mostly enjoys writing stories about animals.
Jen Ursillo
NJ woman charged with stealing fundraiser money for injured man
A 46-year-old Tinton Falls woman is accused of stealing $15,000 from an online fundraiser she set up to help offset the cost of medical bills for a Florida man injured in a car crash.
Death of a spouse: NJ just made it easier for people in mourning
Last month, Gov. Phil Murphy signed legislation sponsored by Senator Kristin Corrado that allows surviving spouses to use the decedent's car until the vehicle registration expires, rather than within 30 days.
NJ Transit now selling merchandise to capitalize on new bull celebrity
NJ Transit is now taking pre-orders for a plush "Ricardo the Bull" where a portion of the proceeds will go to the animal sanctuary taking care of the real-life bull.
Stressing over the holidays? Tips to cope
While the holidays are joyous for some, they can be sad and stressful for others, so be sure to take care of yourself, one New Jersey mental health expert advises.
Stolen French Bulldog puppy returned to South Jersey owner
A French Bulldog puppy was returned to its owner after police say it was stolen from inside a home in Linwood, New Jersey.
Company bonuses are back and they’re bigger than last year
95% of employers in the U.S. plan to give out year-end bonuses to their staff this year, and more than half will offer more than they did in 2022, according to research from Robert Half.
Restaurants with a theme: NJ has plenty of them
New Jersey is home to many themed restaurants for you to try, so we've highlighted a few of them.
Family-owned Somerset County, NJ bar and grill closes after 55 years
On Dec. 30, Michael's Inn in Raritan, a beloved family-owned bar and grill will permanently close its doors after being in business for 55 years.
Indian restaurant with a modern twist opens in Red Bank, NJ
Saffron, a traditional Indian restaurant with a modern flair is set to open this month in the heart of Red Bank.
A first-of-its-kind event in Asbury Park, NJ to help small shops
To help drum up business for mom-and-pop shops during the struggling winter months, Asbury Park is hosting its first annual "Made and Sold in Asbury Park" in February.
Horrible roads: Lawmaker wants NJ to count the potholes
New Jersey Senator Anthony Bucco has introduced a bill that would require the State DOT to begin providing information about potholes on state roads in its annual report.
Two NJ towns named ‘most Christmassy’ in the U.S.
Two New Jersey towns with their decorations, charm, and events, made the top 75 "Most Christmassy" towns in the U.S., according to Mixbook.