Mom Thought Baby Left In Car Was At Daycare, Report Says: NJ Top 5

Good evening, New Jersey Patch readers! We've assembled some of the most share-worthy stories from the state for today, just for you.

Here are the top five stories from New Jersey:

1. Livia Patelli, the mother of a six-month-old baby girl who died after being left in a hot vehicle, told investigators that she forgot to drop her child off at daycare in the morning before going to work. (Read more on Patch.)

2. As Vice President Kamala Harris prepares to unveil her choice for her own VP pick in the upcoming presidential election, a New Jersey native is among the final three contenders. (Read more on Patch.)

3. A member of Jersey City's LGBTQ Task Force is facing heavy criticism for donating money to his sister's political campaign, as the candidate has called gay people "f-----s" and "disgusting" in social media posts. (Read more on Patch.)

4. Health officials said a bat found at a home in Mercer County has tested positive for rabies, as they ask residents to report any contact with bats immediately and to take preventative measures. (Read more on Patch.)

5. The Princeton School District and the Wall Street Journal are teaming up for a special celebration, after the recent release of reporter Evan Gershkovich from a Russian prison. (Read more on Patch.)