NJ COVID numbers are now higher than most other states
Nevertheless Gov. Phil Murphy remains convinced we will be in a "much better and different place" by Memorial Day
Judy Persichilli
Overdose deaths up in NJ in 2020, but only by 1% amid pandemic
The opioid epidemic got worse in late 2019 and through the early months of COVID-19, then improved in the second half of 2020.
NJ's COVID non-anniversary: Over 500 sick before last March 4th
It wasn't known at the time, but state data shows around 500 people who later tested COVID+ already had symptoms by March 4, 2020. Many more were never tested.
Vaccination update: Most in NJ now say they want it
8 in 10 say they want to get vaccinated. Many still can't get an appointment.
Amid frustrations, reasons to be hopeful about NJ vaccine rollout
Despite current vaccine shortages, there is reason to be hopeful for mass inoculations this Spring.
Back to normal by Memorial day? Don't count on it
New Jersey is falling well behind the vaccination pace needed for a full reopening by summer.
Murphy pleads: No singing, loud talking at Thanksgiving
Singing and loud talking, health officials warn, can spread airborne particles
Murphy administration — No singing, loud talking at Thanksgiving
Singing and loud talking, health officials warn, can spread airborne particles
Is the media protecting Murphy?
The media just wants to stay on the good side of the governor.
COVID cases, test positivity rates up among younger NJ residents
With COVID-19 cases increasing among younger New Jerseyans, the state is urging caution and plans to roll out a new contact tracing app on college campuses.