WATCH: Gov. Murphy Issues NJ Coronavirus, Vaccines Update

NEW JERSEY – Gov. Phil Murphy provided the latest updates on the coronavirus outbreak, schools, vaccines and closures in New Jersey beginning at 1 p.m. on Monday (you can watch it here, below).

Gov. Phil Murphy urged patience and says he's searching for fixes for the NJ COVID vaccine shortage. One vaccine mega-site even ran dry, and second doses are not being scheduled. Read more: Read more: Gov. Murphy Urges Patience, Fix For NJ COVID Vaccine Shortage

New Jersey has loosened its COVID-19 rules at schools, allowing more freedom for parents, teachers and students. Here's what this means. Read more: NJ Loosens COVID-19 Rules And Guidance For Schools

Murphy also has announced that two cases of the new, quicker-spreading coronavirus strain were identified in New Jersey, and state officials have provided details. Read more: New Coronavirus Strain Arrives In NJ

Watch Murphy here:

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This article originally appeared on the Across New Jersey Patch