Gov. Murphy: Change NJ Marijuana Law To Allow Parent Notification

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

Gov. Murphy: Change NJ Marijuana Law To Allow Parent Notification

Gov. Murphy said he agreed with making changes to New Jersey's marijuana legalization law.>>>Read more.

30 Vehicles Stolen In 7-County NJ Theft Ring: Prosecutors

On Monday, state prosecutors announced that six people have been accused of stealing more than 30 vehicles throughout New Jersey.

NJ Health Commissioner: Take First COVID Vaccine You Can Get

The state health commissioner said she's seeing a trend of people canceling their appointments, asking if they can get the J&J shot.

96 Percent Drop In New COVID-19 Infections In NJ Nursing Homes

Cases across America have fallen since May, but February brought a precipitous drop in new cases to Garden State long-term care facilities.

Rutgers Develops Rapid Test For COVID Variants, Declines Patent

Rutgers isn't patenting the new test because researchers believe it should be "widely available to the public."

Also Worth a Look Today

• Saddle Brook Police Chief Facing Conspiracy, Misconduct Charges
• Warren Doctor Unlawfully Prescribed 8,600 Oxycodone Pills: Cops
• North Jersey Mayor Talks About Her Unexpected Year: 'No Playbook'

Across America

• '80s-Themed 'Vax-A-Thon' Inoculates 7,000: U.S. Coronavirus Blog
• Disabled Woman Faces Eviction In Malvern, Monday Protest Planned
• Adults Have Kids Burn Masks Outside Idaho Statehouse, Video Shows

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