Murphy calls ventilators New Jersey's biggest need to fight COVID-19
Gov. Phil Murphy said he made a request for more ventilators during a call with federal officials Saturday night.
New Jersey reports 8,825 coronavirus cases; 108 deaths
New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy on Friday announced nearly 2,000 more cases of coronavirus in the state and 27 COVID-19 related deaths. The statewide total now sits at 8,825 with 108 reported deaths.
New Jersey counties opening 2 new coronavirus testing centers
New Jersey is expanding its drive-through testing centers in an effort to combat the COVID-19 pandemic.
New Jersey freezes nearly $1B in state spending due to COVID-19
Gov. Phil Murphy is putting nearly $1 billion in reserve to prepare for a hit to the economy from COVID-19.
New Jersey COVID-19 cases swell to 1,914, including 21 deaths
The number of COVID-19 cases in New Jersey has risen to at least 1,914, with 20 fatalities reported.
NJ enters 1st day of statewide school closures
Students across New Jersey are staying home Wednesday as statewide school closures go into effect.
Murphy: Officials considering statewide curfew amid COVID-19 outbreak
New Jersey officials are considering a statewide curfew to help prevent the spread of the coronavirus.
NJ municipal court sessions suspended for 2 weeks
The chief justice of New Jersey’s court system has announced a two-week suspension of municipal court sessions to mitigate public exposure to COVID-19.
Murphy waives fees for COVID-19 testing for some NJ residents
Gov. Phil Murphy says New Jersey will waive fees for COVID-19 virus testing for more than 2 million residents on certain health plans.
Murphy resumes duties in NJ after surgery to remove tumor
New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy has resumed his duties following surgery last week to remove what officials said was likely a cancerous tumor on his kidney.
Officials: Murphy's surgery to remove tumor 'successful'
New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy will undergo surgery on Wednesday to remove a likely cancerous tumor on his kidney.
Murphy proposes $40.9B budget, boosting school and transit aid
New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy unveiled a $40.9 billion budget for fiscal year 2021 on Tuesday, calling for higher spending on education, transit and public pensions.
Police: 18-year-old injured after suspect opens fire on Trenton home
Police are searching for a suspect who they say opened fire on a Trenton home, striking an 18-year-old inside.
Gov. Murphy reveals likely cancerous kidney tumor
New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy has what is probably a cancerous tumor on his kidney and will undergo surgery next month to remove it, he said Saturday.
Lemons to legislation: NJ bill would let kids operate lemonade stands without permits
New Jersey Assemblyman Nicholas Chiaravalloti and his young son, Joshua, are working to ensure every child can experience the sweet taste of entrepreneurship — at no cost or penalty.
Murphy unveils broader state ethics, transparency bill
Gov. Phil Murphy’s proposed overhaul comes after he called for broader ethics reform in his State of the State address in January, though he released few details at the time.
Man shot and killed during fight at Trenton apartment complex
A brawl at a Trenton apartment building ended with a 39-year-old man being fatally shot.
New Jersey weighs work standards overhaul to address toxicity
New Jersey will re-evaluate workplace standards and guidelines for state employees in an effort to address an allegedly toxic and misogynistic culture in politics.
3 men charged with attempted murder for allegedly firing gun at police officer in Trenton
Police say four people have been arrested after shots were fired at an officer inside a task force vehicle in Trenton.
Panel to examine misogyny in New Jersey politics
Allegations of widespread misogyny in New Jersey politics will be front and center when a roving legislative panel holds its first meeting next week. Here's a closer look at what the panel aims to achieve.