18 bodies found piled up in nursing home; NJ investigating

More than a dozen bodies were discovered jammed into a nursing home morgue in Andover, New Jersey, during the coronavirus pandemic.

NJ schools closed until at least May 15

Gov. Phil Murphy says New Jersey's schools will be closed because of the COVID-19 outbreak at least until May 15.

Confusion for unemployed freelance workers

Unemployment help is a complicated and confusing process -- especially for many freelance and so-called "gig workers."

Murphy: Decision on NJ schools likely on Thursday

New Jersey's more than 600 school districts are currently closed, with educators teaching remotely, because of the coronavirus outbreak. 

30 NFL draft hopefuls showed off skills during virtual pro day

Hours before New Jersey closed all gyms indefinitely last month because of the COVID-19 global pandemic, 30 NFL draft hopefuls had a chance to showcase their talents in a “virtual” pro day at TEST Football Academy in Martinsville.

TSA officers make cards for COVID-19 patients and hospital workers

TSA officers aren't very busy right now. So a team of officers at Newark airport decided to bring a smile to the faces of COVID patients.

US clears first saliva test to help diagnose coronavirus

Rutgers University researchers have received U.S. government clearance for the first saliva test to help diagnose COVID-19, a new approach that could help expand testing options and reduce risks of infection for health care workers.

New Jersey reports its biggest jump in coronavirus deaths

More than 2,800 New Jersey residents have died of COVID-related causes, according to Gov. Phil Murphy. The state seems to be entering a peak, officials have said.

Knife-wielding subway robbers wear face masks

The NYPD wants to find two robbers who threatened a man with a knife before taking his money aboard a subway train. Both suspects were wearing face masks presumably to protect themselves from the coronavirus at the time of the incident.

Tornado Watch ends for New Jersey

The National Weather Service has issued a Tornado Watch for parts of New Jersey.

Eastern states to coordinate regional reopening

Even as President Donald Trump asserted that he is the ultimate decision-maker in reopening the country, the governors from seven contiguous states on Monday pledged to coordinate strategies for reopening their economies after the worst of the coronavirus pandemic passes.

Murphy warns that restarting NJ too quickly could backfire

New Jersey’s governor said Sunday there are models that suggest the state’s coronavirus crisis is reaching its peak, but others indicate the worst impact may still be weeks away.

Murphy orders NJ Transit to reduce capacity by 50%; requires face masks when walking into restaurants, bars

New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy announced Saturday that he has signed an executive order directing NJ Transit and all private carriers to cut the capacity for riders on all trains, buses light rail vehicles and paratransit vehicles to 50 percent. 

Murphy issues executive order limiting capacity of public transit to 50 percent in NJ
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New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy announced Saturday that he has signed an executive order directing NJ Transit and all private carriers to cut the capacity for riders on all trains, buses light rail vehicles and paratransit vehicles to 50 percent.

Suit by 3M alleges price-gouging by New Jersey company

A New Jersey company falsely claimed it was an authorized distributor of 3M products when it tried to charge New York City five to six times the regular price for personal protective equipment, 3M said in a lawsuit filed Friday.

New Jersey cases near 55,000; deaths approach 2,000

New Jersey hospitals reported another 233 deaths related to COVID-19, bringing the death toll to 1,932, Gov. Phil Murphy said on Friday. The confirmed cases have surged to 54,588, with 3,627 new positive tests.

Another NJ Corrections Officer dies from coronavirus

The New Jersey State Policemen's Benevolent Association announced Friday another veteran of the NJ Dept. of Corrections had succumbed to the coronavirus.

US casino workers: Pay us through the shutdown

Casino workers across the country are calling on the gambling industry to pay its laid-off workers their full salary and benefits for the duration of coronavirus shutdowns.

New Jersey ticket wins Powerball jackpot

Lottery officials say that a ticket sold in New Jersey has won the Powerball jackpot.