NJ turning the tide on opioid epidemic? Fewer deaths in 2019NJ turning the tide on opioid epidemic? Fewer deaths in 2019Gov. Murphy says opioid overdose deaths and the number of opioid prescriptions were down last year, thanks to a multi-pronged prevention approachDavid MatthauDavid Matthau
12,000 NJ residents about lose food stamps under new rule12,000 NJ residents about lose food stamps under new ruleA new rule implemented earlier this month by the Trump administration will cut an estimated 12,000 people in New Jersey from the food stamp program. Sergio BichaoSergio Bichao
NJ food stamp program will help 700,000 people this ThanksgivingNJ food stamp program will help 700,000 people this ThanksgivingEfforts are underway to spread the word about a state program that offers nutritional assistance to those in need. David MatthauDavid Matthau
NJ giving away more free naloxone, now at homeless sheltersNJ giving away more free naloxone, now at homeless sheltersThree dozen homeless shelters will share 1,200 doses of the opioid overdose antidote drug. David MatthauDavid Matthau
NJ boosts welfare payments again — 'Pathway to self-sufficiency'NJ boosts welfare payments again — 'Pathway to self-sufficiency'The state is boosting welfare payments for the second time in as many years.David MatthauDavid Matthau
Fees on opioids, workers on Medicaid examined at budget hearingFees on opioids, workers on Medicaid examined at budget hearingMore than $50 million in new fees would be collected to offset opioid spending and Medicaid for people who don't get health coverage from their employers.Michael SymonsMichael Symons
Medication-assisted treatment for addiction easier to get in NJMedication-assisted treatment for addiction easier to get in NJPrior authorization is no longer needed for Medicaid patients in New Jersey.David MatthauDavid Matthau
NJ makes it easier to treat addiction with medicationNJ makes it easier to treat addiction with medicationTreatment and prevention programs are being expanded across the Garden State.David MatthauDavid Matthau
Murphy still noncommittal on police and fire salary capMurphy still noncommittal on police and fire salary capGov.-elect Phil Murphy also announces two more Cabinet members and expresses confidence Gateway Tunnel will win federal funding support.Michael SymonsMichael Symons