NJ To Temporarily Release 1K Inmates To Slow Coronavirus Spread

Share-worthy stories from the New Jersey Patch network to talk about tonight:

NJ To Temporary Release 1K Inmates To Curtail Coronavirus Spread

State Supreme Court Chief Justice Stuart Rabner signed an order calling for the temporary release of up to 1,000 inmates in county jails as a way to reduce the risk of spreading the coronavirus.>>>Read more.

NJ Woman: Getting Coronavirus Test Harder Than 'Fort Knox'

The woman struggled for weeks to get the coronavirus test. After her mayor helped, she was finally tested, and now waits.

NJ Coronavirus Updates: Here's What You Need To Know

Here are the NJ towns with cases, as well as the latest developments on the impact of the coronavirus in New Jersey.

NJ Suspending Elective Surgeries Amid Coronavirus Spread

The state is seeking a count on masks, respirators and ventilators to aid hospitals caring for those ill with the coronavirus.

Fire Destroys Berkeley Family's Home: How To Help

An Ocean County Library employee and her family lost everything in the Holiday City fire. A GoFundMe is helping them get back on track.

Six NJ Transit Employees Test Positive For Coronavirus

A spokeswoman said two are "front line employees" who deal directly with the public, such as bus drivers or station attendants.

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