I'm the digital managing editor for NJ1015.com. I got my start writing obits for The Jersey Journal (just like John Travolta in "Perfect," a 1985 movie you've never seen and don't recommend you see, either). I then spent years covering Central Jersey as an investigative reporter. I take it personally if you badmouth Newark, the Real Housewives, or Rutgers. Follow me on Twitter @BichaoNJ. Call or email me confidentially at 609-775-9793 or sergio.bichao@townsquaremedia.com
Sergio Bichao
Is NJ beating the coronavirus? We’re doing better than most states
New Jersey has been one of the hardest-hit states in the country but also one of the best at controlling the spread and growth of the coronavirus.
Murphy wants crackdown on bars — one of the riskiest places in a pandemic
Gov. Phil Murphy is urging local authorities to crack down and take a zero-tolerance approach to bars and restaurants that disregard pandemic regulations.
Running out of unemployment benefits? NJ providing 20 more weeks
New Jersey is extending unemployment benefits 20 more weeks for people who have exhausted their state and federal benefits.
New rules for indoor dining, returning to NJ on July 2
Eateries in New Jersey can begin to serve patrons indoors starting Thursday, July 2.
MVC delays reopening again, will be closed every Monday
Road tests and inspections are resuming Monday, June 29 but Motor Vehicle Commission offices have delayed their planned reopening to July 7.
Bowling alleys, arcades, museums reopen July 2 — gyms can start, too
Gov. Phil Murphy on Wednesday announced another list of facilities that could open their doors to the public starting July 2.
Amusement parks, playgrounds can open July 2 in New Jersey
More activities and facilities are resuming this summer.
NJ retailers that are opening this week for first time in months
Monday, June 15 is the day non-essential retail stores are allowed to start welcoming customers for in-person shopping for the first time since March 21.
New push to remove monument to Asbury Park’s racist founder
Activists are once again calling for the removal of the Bradley statue in Asbury Park.
NJ ends ‘stay-at-home’ order — New rules for outdoor, indoor gatherings
Gov. Phil Murphy has lifted New Jersey's stay-at-home order, largely ending one of the biggest pandemic restrictions in place since March 21.
NJ has new policy against cops using chokeholds, neck restraints
Widespread protests sparked by the Minneapolis police killing of George Floyd has led to a new police policy in New Jersey.
MVC is reopening in June with some important changes
The state's most-used government agency is reopening this month. Here's what you should know.