Gov. Murphy reports 4,070 deaths, but signs of progress
The state of New Jersey says more than 4,000 people in the state have died during the coronavirus outbreak, but the governor is reporting signs of progress. Gov. Phil Murphy announced Saturday another 231 deaths among those who have tested positive for the coronavirus, bringing the statewide total to 4,070. Another 3,026 cases were announced, bringing the statewide total to 81,420, he said.
The state of New Jersey says more than 4,000 people in the state have died during the coronavirus outbreak, but the governor is reporting signs of progress. Gov. Phil Murphy announced Saturday another 231 deaths among those who have tested positive for the coronavirus, bringing the statewide total to 4,070. Another 3,026 cases were announced, bringing the statewide total to 81,420, he said.
NJ boy commended for asking for food donations instead of birthday gifts
Gov. Phil Murphy called attention to Dominic's incredible efforts to help during the COVID-19 pandemic in a press conference Saturday.
Gov. Phil Murphy called attention to Dominic's incredible efforts to help during the COVID-19 pandemic in a press conference Saturday.
2 arrested after threatening to shoot UPS worker over missing package in NJ
When the UPS delivery driver was stopped, two vehicles surrounded the truck so that the UPS person was blocked in.
When the UPS delivery driver was stopped, two vehicles surrounded the truck so that the UPS person was blocked in.
Classes on TV in New Jersey drawing students
Using his cat’s blanket as green screen, history teacher Bill Smith recorded himself teaching a lesson on New Jersey’s underground railroad, taking student viewers on a tour of sites including a river where slave hunters would try to reenslave people attempting crossings.
Using his cat’s blanket as green screen, history teacher Bill Smith recorded himself teaching a lesson on New Jersey’s underground railroad, taking student viewers on a tour of sites including a river where slave hunters would try to reenslave people attempting crossings.
Cops: Stop dumping gloves, masks on street; they're COVID hazards
Several police departments in New York and New Jersey want folks to knock it off because discarded gloves and masks aren't just unsightly—they could increase the risk of spreading the coronavirus.
Several police departments in New York and New Jersey want folks to knock it off because discarded gloves and masks aren't just unsightly—they could increase the risk of spreading the coronavirus.
Gov. Murphy: Death toll is rising but social distancing is working
The number of positive tests for the virus and deaths in New Jersey continue to climb daily but the governor said some signs point to social distancing working.
The number of positive tests for the virus and deaths in New Jersey continue to climb daily but the governor said some signs point to social distancing working.
Dog looking for forever home after losing owners to COVID-19
The Monmouth County SPCA says Che-Che ended up in their care over the weekend after two members of her family passed away from the virus.
The Monmouth County SPCA says Che-Che ended up in their care over the weekend after two members of her family passed away from the virus.
Body found in burning car in New Jersey
A body was found inside a burning car parked in a lot off a major highway in southern New Jersey, authorities said.
A body was found inside a burning car parked in a lot off a major highway in southern New Jersey, authorities said.
Trains, buses, ferries blow horns to honor transit workers | #SoundTheHorn
More than 4,000 long-haul trains, commuter trains, subways, buses, ferries, and other transit vehicles sounded their horns at 3 p.m. Thursday, April 16, to pay tribute to the employees who are keeping the region moving during the coronavirus pandemic.
More than 4,000 long-haul trains, commuter trains, subways, buses, ferries, and other transit vehicles sounded their horns at 3 p.m. Thursday, April 16, to pay tribute to the employees who are keeping the region moving during the coronavirus pandemic.
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.
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.
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."
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.
New Jersey's more than 600 school districts are currently closed, with educators teaching remotely, because of the coronavirus outbreak.
New Jersey extending hours at crematories due to coronavirus deaths
New Jersey state regulators are allowing crematories to extend their hours due to the number of coronavirus deaths.
New Jersey state regulators are allowing crematories to extend their hours due to the number of coronavirus deaths.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
The National Weather Service has issued a Tornado Watch for parts of New Jersey.