Judy Persichilli

The results of radon and radiation testing at Colonia High School found no evidence of a cancer cluster or a connection to over 100 brain tumors among graduates and former staff.

As Gov. Murphy and state health officials expressed optimism the omicron COVID wave was on its way out, they warned of continued dangers and announced the deaths of four children due to coronavirus since Christmas.

New Jersey’s second COVID-era Thanksgiving will be more normal than the first – though probably not fully back to normal, if residents heed the cautionary notes from state officials.

The New Jersey Department of Health lists a total of 69 cumulative school outbreaks. That's an increase of 30 new outbreaks since the last data was reported on September 27.

COVID-19 Activity Level Index, or CALI, scores will still be calculated but will determine COVID screening testing levels rather than school closures.

As New Jerseyans get ready to celebrate the 4th of July, State Health Commissioner Judy Persichilli says don't forget the mask.

Some immunized workers at the state Motor Vehicle Commission are spending two weeks in quarantine through a note from their doctor despite being protected from the novel coronavirus, the state health commissioner told lawmakers Tuesday.

More than 8,000 COVID deaths are linked to nursing homes in New Jersey. Health commissioner says the directives were clear and were understood by most.

Even with more New Jersey residents — close to 8 in 10 — saying they will get vaccinated for COVID-19, the state continues to fall short of the numbers needed for a full reopening by summer.

As frustrations mount over the lack of vaccine and inability of most to get an appointment, there are some encouraging signs.