NJ’s 13 Best Hospitals In Latest US News Rankings: Patch PM

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

NJ’s 13 Best Hospitals In Latest US News Rankings

New rankings for 2020-21 from US News & World Report identify the best hospitals in specialty care and the best hospitals by region. Here's NJ's list.>>>Read more.

COVID-19 Vaccine Trial Underway In New Jersey

Medical experts say they are cautiously optimistic.

NJ Coronavirus, Reopen Updates On Tuesday: Here's What You Need To Know

Here are the New Jersey towns and counties and their numbers of cases, as well as the latest developments on the impact of the coronavirus and the announcements of reopenings in New Jersey.

Security Guard Stole From COVID Patient At NJ Hospital: PD

He is accused of stealing wallets, jewelry and cash from three patients while they were hospitalized, including one who died of COVID-19.

Great White Shark Detected Off Ocean City Coast

Say hello to Miss May, a 10-foot creature the Ocearch Shark Tracker monitors.

Gov. Murphy Announces $15M In Federal Funds For Small Businesses

This funding, announced at a North Brunswick hair salon, is in addition to the $100 million already available through various programs.

Also Worth a Look Today

• Woman Vandalizing Multiple Middletown Churches, Police Say
• Change The Chiefs: Caldwell Students Call School Mascot 'Racist'
• Burger 25 Grand Opening Set At Former Wolfie's Deli In Toms River

Across America

• Teachers Could Strike Over Coronavirus Safety Concerns: Union
• NYC Officials Urge Delay For September School Return
• Alabama Toddler Found Alone In Florida; Mother May Be In Danger

Patch PM shares a few of the day’s must-read items from our New Jersey network. Thank you for reading.