Bob Menendez Makes It Official: He Wants A Third Term
U.S. Sen. Bob Menendez launched his bid for a third term Wednesday.
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U.S. Sen. Bob Menendez launched his bid for a third term Wednesday.
Talk to Ben Dworkin at the Rowan University Institute for Public Policy and Citizenship and he'll tell you Republican leaders in New Jersey are more than happy to see retired pharmaceutical executive Bob Hugin get in the race.
Bob Hugin chose a VFW hall in Burlington County to make his South Jersey announcement, in front of some 100 supporters.
So what does the future hold for New Jersey US Senator Robert Menendez, now that federal prosecutors have dropped their bribery and corruption case against him?
Federal prosecutors decided Wednesday not to retry Sen. Bob Menendez on corruption charges that ended in a hung jury last fall.
Governor Phil Murphy, at an event in Atlantic City, considered it a "great day" that Menendez can now do his job unencumbered by federal charges.
The filing to the judge on Friday seeks a retrial of the Democrat "at the earliest possible date."
This comes after the jury told Judge William Walls for the second time this week that they were still deadlocked on all 12 charges.
The judge has excused the jurors for the day and told them to return Tuesday to continue deliberating.
Menendez is charged with accepting free flights on a private jet and other gifts from wealthy Florida doctor Salomon Melgen in exchange for pressuring government officials to take actions favorable to the friend's business interests.
It's Title X money, so the award to the Newark based New Jersey Family Planning League is not a surprise.
New Jersey's two U.S. senators are sharply criticizing President Donald Trump's reworked version of his controversial travel ban .
Menendez said he wants real changes for the Cuban people before more economic sanctions are lifted.
There's a call from the Jersey shore to President Obama to take permanent action to protect the Atlantic seacoast before he leaves office in January.
A federal appeals court has delayed any court action against U.S. Sen Bob Menendez of New Jersey while he appeals to the U.S. Supreme Court.
Chris Stigall says the President is targeting loyalists of Bill and Hillary Clinton for federal investigations.
A federal appeals court in Philadelphia is scheduled to hear arguments in New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez's corruption case.
Chris discussed Pennsylvania Attorney General Kathleen Kane's latest court appearance, the latest of Vice-President Joe Biden's bid for President, and CBS 3 Meteorologist Katie Fehlinger's response to criticism of her pregnant body.
Israeli Ambassador to the United States Ron Dermer spoke out against the Iranian nuclear deal.
Chris analyzed Hillary Clinton's news conference discussing her email server, New Jersey Senator Bob Menendez's opposition to the Iranian nuclear deal, and Congressman Chaka Fattah's first court appearance. He talked with Presidential candidate Rick Santorum at 7:20 and Tom McGrath from Philadelphia Magazine about Tim Tebow's pre-season performance at 8:00.
Chris continued to assess the Iranian nuclear, Whoopi Goldberg's evolution on Bill Cosby's rape charges, and President Obama's speech to the NAACP in Philadelphia. He talked to columnist JD Mullane at 6:20, Al Jazeera America's Ali Velshi at 7:18, and Tom McGrath from Philadelphia Magazine at 8:00.
New Jersey Senator Bob Menendez spoke with Rich Zeoli on Talk Radio 1210 WPHT.
Rich covers the federal corruption charges against New Jersey Senator Bob Menendez, children drinking alcohol on holidays, and FOX News Sunday Host Chris Wallace 'fatshaming' Kelly Clarkson. He also talked to former federal prosecutor Lee Vartan.
Rich Zeoli talked to lawyer and former federal prosecutor for the US Attorney's Office in New Jersey, Lee Vartan, on Talk Radio 1210 WPHT about the corruption charges against New Jersey Senator Bob Menendez.
Rich argues against Daylight Savings Time and analyzes the corruption charges facing Bob Menendez and reveals the latest regarding the Hillary Clinton email scandal. He talks with columnist Christine Flowers and Victor Fiorillo from Philadelphia Magazine.
Oil prices shot up 5% after President Trump said negotiations with Iran were over, and called it "a waste of time dealing with them."
The clouds will clear through early Wednesday morning in the Philadelphia region and give way to great conditions for the remainder of the day.
A DoorDash delivery driver was shot in the head and killed in Southwest Philadelphia Tuesday night, police said.
Zack Wheeler tied a career high with 14 strikeouts, Kyle Schwarber hit his major league-best 31st home run of the season, and the Philadelphia Phillies beat the Cincinnati Reds 4-1.
The Sixers are among the three teams that appear to be in the lead in the LeBron James sweepstakes, according to a new report Tuesday night.
Oil prices shot up 5% after President Trump said negotiations with Iran were over, and called it "a waste of time dealing with them."
The clouds will clear through early Wednesday morning in the Philadelphia region and give way to great conditions for the remainder of the day.
A DoorDash delivery driver was shot in the head and killed in Southwest Philadelphia Tuesday night, police said.
Zack Wheeler tied a career high with 14 strikeouts, Kyle Schwarber hit his major league-best 31st home run of the season, and the Philadelphia Phillies beat the Cincinnati Reds 4-1.
The Sixers are among the three teams that appear to be in the lead in the LeBron James sweepstakes, according to a new report Tuesday night.
A DoorDash delivery driver was shot in the head and killed in Southwest Philadelphia Tuesday night, police said.
Many Haitian families in Philadelphia are grappling with uncertainty after the Supreme Court allowed the Trump administration to move forward with ending Temporary Protected Status.
Ayzia J. Toledo, a social media influencer with thousands of followers, died in a crash on Route 55 in Deptford Township, New Jersey State Police said.
Philadelphia police released photos of the vehicle believed to be involved in the hit-and-run on Kelly Drive that killed a Temple University student in June.
Bryce Harper's newest cleats were inspired by SEPTA — the public transportation system that powers the Philadelphia region.
Cody Henderson is facing charges after prosecutors say he left two police dogs in his car for seven hours in Salem, New Jersey, in May.
A teen died in a tractor accident on a farm in South Jersey Monday, police said.
Ayzia J. Toledo, a social media influencer with thousands of followers, died in a crash on Route 55 in Deptford Township, New Jersey State Police said.
Leaders in Camden, New Jersey, rejected a plan that would allow EMR Recycling, the site of multiple large fires, to reopen.
Officials in Camden are urging residents and business owners to report any damage from Monday's flood.
The family of a 19-year-old man who was shot and killed by Wilmington Police last month is calling for body camera video of the incident to be made public.
Chopper 3 was over the fire, showing firefighters on the roof battling the blaze in the 1500 block of Clayton Road in Wilmington.
Communities in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware are planning fireworks and other celebrations to mark America's 250th birthday.
City council members in Wilmington, Delaware, want Kadir Skinner's family to be able to review bodycam footage within the next 72 hours.
Delaware Sen. Chris Coons was injured in a crash that involved several vehicles in Sussex County Sunday afternoon, he announced on social media.
The FDA is urging parents and caregivers to immediately stop using a Nara Organics-brand formula after several infants contracted botulism.
New Jersey is set to charge companies whose workers have Medicaid health coverage.
Sierra Kile will join Phillies legends Charlie Manuel and Jimmy Rollins on Thursday to raise awareness about heart disease.
Medical teams are taking extra precautions during the heat wave, with thousands of visitors still expected to arrive at the FIFA Fan Festival at Lemon Hill.
Hospitals in the Philadelphia region are gearing up for an expected increase in patients with heat-related illnesses.
While some assume landlords are required to provide air conditioning, the law is not nearly as clear-cut as it is for heat in the winter
New Jersey is set to charge companies whose workers have Medicaid health coverage.
Target is voluntarily recalling two types of baby wipes due to concerns that the products may be contaminated with bacteria that may cause "serious and life-threatening infections," the U.S. Food and Drug Administration said on Friday.
The Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board says it will begin approving the extended-hours permits for Philadelphia businesses within the next week.
Two top-rated and critically acclaimed restaurants in the Philadelphia area are receiving a new honor.
A major rail injection saw service suspensions and delays after a SEPTA Regional Rail train derailed Wednesday in Philadelphia.
Three men died in a plane crash in Maryland Saturday night, police said.
Organizers say they want the FIFA Fan Festival in Philadelphia to be "soccer Coachella" for fans from around the world.
SEPTA and its police union have tentatively agreed to a new contract, averting a strike during a busy summer in Philadelphia.
Traffic is backed up on I-95 North in Philadelphia because of a crash near East Allegheny Avenue.
Zack Wheeler tied a career high with 14 strikeouts, Kyle Schwarber hit his major league-best 31st home run of the season, and the Philadelphia Phillies beat the Cincinnati Reds 4-1.
The Sixers are among the three teams that appear to be in the lead in the LeBron James sweepstakes, according to a new report Tuesday night.
Days after a report indicated his return to Philadelphia, Claude Giroux signed a one-year contract with his hometown Ottawa Senators.
Bryce Harper's newest cleats were inspired by SEPTA — the public transportation system that powers the Philadelphia region.
On July 17, former Philadelphia Flyers left winger Nick Deslauriers will bring the Cup to North Wildwood's Seaport Pier.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce were married as they celebrated their wedding with hundreds of guests Friday at Madison Square Garden in New York City.
Victor Willis, lead singer of the disco group Village People, whose hit "Y.M.C.A." became a fixture at rallies for President Trump, has died at the age of 74, his wife and the band said.
There appear to be new clues about the location of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding.
Clive Davis helped shape the careers of music stars including Janis Joplin, Bruce Springsteen and Whitney Houston.
Over 80 costumes by award-winning costume designer Ruth E. Carter are on display at the African American Museum in Philadelphia.
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Middle school students in Philadelphia got the opportunity to do hands-on learning during the school district's five-day career and technical camp.
With her Girl Talk mentoring program, one Philadelphia teen turned her camp days into a safe space to discuss social issues young girls face every day.
Recent high school graduate Sylvain Farrell says his temporary position at a local clinic is the pathway to a full-time career.
A Philadelphia student won an award from NFL Films for his documentary on bringing back sports teams at his Kensington school.
A group of East Norriton eighth graders took what started as an Earth Day project and made a whole initiative.
Grant Gilmore has the latest NEXT Weather forecast for the Philadelphia region on a partly cloudy Wednesday.
Camden City Council members unanimously voted against allowing a recycling plant to reopen after it was the site of multiple large fires.
Two young children were removed from deplorable conditions inside the home on the 7100 block of Whitaker Avenue.
The LOVE sculpture is an iconic symbol of Philadelphia. Some would say it represents the "vibes" of the city. Nikki Dementri reports.
Artificial Intelligence is offering new hope to people with ALS, that robs their ability to move and speak. Stephanie Stahl reports.