Police: Penns Grove tenant charged after hosting large gathering despite Gov. Murphy's order
A Penns Grove tenant was charged for hosting more than a 30 person party at home after @Gov. Murphy ordered no social gatherings of any kind
Murphy vows action to enforce New Jersey stay-at-home order
Saying he wanted “no gatherings of any kind,” Murphy acknowledged the difficulty of enforcing such an order in every part of the state but said he wanted people to “stay home, period.”
NJ officials plan to release low-risk, non-violent offenders amid COVID-19 crisis
Attorney General Gurbir S. Grewal addressed the public to explain the necessity of releasing low-risk, non-violent offenders in light of the global health crisis.
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.
Camden County officials announce first death due to coronavirus
The first death due to coronavirus is announced in Camden County, New Jersey Sunday night.
Drive-thru testing center in New Jersey at capacity; 2nd to open
A drive-thru coronavirus testing center in New Jersey has again reached capacity, but the site will reopen Monday — and a second drive-thru center is expected to open that day in another county.
Rowan student, staff member test positive for COVID-19, school officials say
Rowan University announces two people associated with the university are confirmed positive for COVID-19.
FDA: Newly-approved coronavirus test works in 45 minutes, to be rolled out next week
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has announced that it has approved the use of a rapid coronavirus diagnostic test that returns results in approximately 45 minutes.
New Jersey partners with private labs to increase COVID-19 testing
New Jersey is partnering with privately owned labs to increase testing of COVID-19.
Jersey Shore official asks visitors to stay away during COVID-19 pandemic
So far, Cape May County only has one case of the coronavirus disease, but officials are concerned that positive cases could increase as witnessed in other counties regionally and nationally.
Gov. Murphy signs executive order to postpone NJ elections
NJ Gov. Phil Murphy signed an executive order Thursday that will postpone state elections until May 12.
NJ jail guard tests positive for coronavirus
A Bergen County Sheriff’s Office Corrections Officer who works at the Bergen County Jail tested positive for the COVID-19 coronavirus on Wednesday.
Patients fearful healthcare providers may accidentally pass COVID-19
As the coronavirus continues to spread, patients seeking treatment for a myriad of reasons unrelated to the virus still find themselves at-risk for accidentally contracting COVID-19 from healthcare professionals.
Coronavirus takes toll on South Jersey housing market
The housing market has started to feel the effects of the coronavirus, with buyers fearful of the economic climate and sellers weary of welcoming outsiders into their homes.
NJ enters 1st day of statewide school closures
Students across New Jersey are staying home Wednesday as statewide school closures go into effect.
Man celebrates 100th birthday during COVID-19 quarantine in NJ care facility
FOX 29’s Hank Flynn met with Art Sebold and is family as they celebrated his centennial birthday amid a global pandemic.
Malls, amusement parks to close in NJ, governor says
New Jersey expanded coronavirus mitigation efforts Tuesday, ordering indoor malls and amusement centers closed, adding to to the theaters, casinos, gyms and dining rooms it shuttered earlier this week. All public and private schools, colleges and universities are joining the list Wednesday.
Woman gave fake name, tested positive for coronavirus and then disappeared
Mayor Ras J. Baraka says authorities have located the woman who went missing after she tested positive for coronavirus.
Philadelphia, Camden Dioceses stop masses; limit funerals and weddings amid COVID-19 pandemic
All public weekday and Sunday masses will be canceled regardless of whether or not fewer than 50 people attend the service.
Bars, restaurants, casinos closed in NJ and NY
Bars, restaurants and casinos are officially closed in New Jersey, New York and Connecticut.