Murphy not sure when he’ll give up his emergency powers
Gov. Murphy says it’s needed for many things including the vaccination rollout. A growing number of lawmakers don't see it that way.
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Gov. Murphy slams ‘conspiracy theory’ of COVID case load changes
"Find another state that's more transparent" the governor challenged, when asked about discrepancies in new test results reported online.
NJ Launches New COVID Vaccine Finder Tool
The state has launched a new web tool to try and better connect those eligible for COVID-19 vaccines with available appointments, as grouped by county.
A year later, NJ nursing homes now can allow indoor visits
The state has updated its guidance, with certain limitations based on COVID-19 spread at each facility, health officials said.
Would NJ ever require a ‘vaccine passport’ for concerts, events, restaurants?
Debate over some kind of COVID vaccine passport requirement for shows and concerts is heating up
NJ restaurants, gyms, casinos can operate at 50% capacity March 19
Restaurants and other indoor businesses have been given the green light to increase from 35% to 50% capacity, effective March 19, Governor Murphy announced.
Murphy loosening NJ restrictions despite worries of mutant strains
Over the past several days Jersey is seeing more coronavirus cases, hospitalizations and a higher rate of transmission as more variants are identified around the state
NJ likely to loosen more restrictions before spring, Murphy suggests
Governor Phil Murphy says there is still concern about the COVID variants but “it feels like the ground is beginning to shift” and more restrictions could soon be lifted
Legal weed in NJ: Gov Murphy signs updated marijuana legislation
After months of delays, the governor signed legislation Monday that allows a recreational marijuana marketplace, while also decriminalizing cannabis.
Murphy Lifts Dining Curfew, Increases Indoor Capacity
Gov. Murphy has announced some changes to his limits on when restaurants have to close each night and also at what capacity they may operate at.
NJ vaccine mega-sites close due to storm; shots being rescheduled
Those with appointments at the state-run COVID-19 vaccine sites would be rescheduled, amid a State of Emergency due to winter storm conditions, the governor said.
NJ tweaks COVID-19 guidance to allow districts to keep schools open
State health officials still recommend remote instruction for schools in regions at "very high risk" of COVID-19 transmission, though it's not required.