Chris Christie: I Would Rather Die Than Be A Senator
Gov. Chris Christie says he'd rather die than become a U.S. senator.
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Gov. Chris Christie says he'd rather die than become a U.S. senator.
The latest Rutgers Eagleton survey would suggest Christie's not as popular as he used to be. In fact, those numbers are at their lowest levels in 3 years, according to poll director David Redlawsk.
Chris discussed Hillary Clinton coming to Philadelphia to campaign for Tom Wolf, Chris Christie campaigning for Tom Corbett, and the death of former Saturday Night Live star Jan Hooks. He talked to Chris Butler on Finance Friday at 7:00 and Ray Didinger at 8:00.
The father of four said that, if true, the reported conduct at Sayreville War Memorial High School is extraordinarily disturbing and a nightmare for the parents of the team members involved.
A prominent New Jersey political figure and his wife who were found dead after a fire erupted in their bedroom were remembered Tuesday by relatives, friends and three governors for their public service and rich family life.
The Republican governor has made combatting drug addiction one of his signature issues as he weighs a run for president in 2016.
Casinos and racetracks in New Jersey will have to wait a bit longer for a judge's ruling on the state's efforts to allow legal sports gambling.
This time last year, the governor was cruising to a re-election landslide. His potential presidential ambitions looked bright. Now, not so much.
Chris discussed the return of the Flyers ice girls, the implementation of the new cigarette tax in Philadelphia, and the Gubernatorial debate between Governor Tom Corbett and Tom Wolf. He talked to State Senator Scott Wagner at 7:20, Victor Fiorillo from Philadelphia Magazine at 8:00, and Eagles General Manager Howie Roseman at 8:20.
Chris discussed the Eagles loss yesterday in San Francisco, the season premiere of Saturday Night Live, and New Jersey Governor Chris Christie's trip to Pennsylvania to campaign for Tom Corbett. He talked to Michael Bronstein and Jeff Roe on the Monday Morning Matchup at 7:00 and CBS 3's Beasley Reece at 8:00.
The governor noted that crime is down a lot since the new Camden County Police Metro Division took over patrols, and there are two major economic development projects in the works.
Chris covered the latest in the investigation of an attack on a gay couple in Center City, Chris Christie's assessment of the 'Bridgegate' investigation, and DeSean Jackson's return to Philadelphia. He talks to Dr. Walter Schubert on Finance Friday at 7:00 and Eagles Analyst Ray Didinger at 8:00.
Republican U.S. Senate candidate Thom Tillis is getting help from New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie as part of Christie's multiple-stop swing through the Carolinas to raise money and meet voters.
As the state reads the ruling of the Third Circuit Court of Appeals, New Jersey can't sponsor sports betting, but there's nothing stopping casinos from doing it if the state won't prosecute anyone.
Chris discussed New Jersey Governor Chris Christie's decision to allow sports gambling in the state and the latest video released of NFL player Ray Rice knocking out his fiancee in an Atlantic City elevator. He also talked with Zac Macmath of the Philadelphia Union at 8:35.
"I'm glad the governor reversed his course, because he vetoed my legislation doing exactly the same thing two months ago," said state senator Frank Lesniak, of Union County.
The federal government says New Jersey did not run afoul of any regulations when Gov. Chris Christie starred in ads that promoted beach tourism in the summer after Superstorm Sandy hit the state.
New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie is multitasking in Mexico, officially talking trade as he gets some foreign policy schooling should he decide to run for president in 2016.
Chris covered President Obama's statement on James Foley, the journalist killed by ISIL in Iraq, the latest details from Ferguson Missouri, and New Jersey Chris Christie arguing with a woman over Bruce Springsteen.
Christie was asked at a town hall event Tuesday whether the protests in Ferguson, a St. Louis suburb, gave him pause about the militarization of police in New Jersey.
Chris covered the latest details from the overnight protests in Ferguson, Hillary Clinton's demands for a speech in Las Vegas, and the beating of a park ranger in Love Park.
New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie is proving again he doesn't mind a little humiliation.
10 surprising celebrities that have played Little League baseball.
New Jersey's Chris Christie is visiting Birmingham to support a fellow Republican governor, Alabama's Robert Bentley.
The two tough-talking Republican governors will tour C&L Aviation Group in Bangor on Tuesday. LePage's campaign says the company recently completed a $5 million expansion and may add as many as 40 new jobs.
Fans transformed the Art Museum steps into a sea of yellow, blue and red where they waved flags, blew horns, rang cowbells and chanted in support of their national team.
The scene is unfolding at N 54th and Arlington streets.
The latest crash occurred early Saturday morning on the 3000 block of Girard Avenue when the driver of a stolen SUV crashed into a parked car.
Soccer enthusiasts are showing off their fandom ahead of the first World Cup match in South Philadelphia featuring Ecuador and Ivory Coast.
NBA star James Harden was booked into jail and released on bond less than 2 hours later.
The scene is unfolding at N 54th and Arlington streets.
Fans transformed the Art Museum steps into a sea of yellow, blue and red where they waved flags, blew horns, rang cowbells and chanted in support of their national team.
The latest crash occurred early Saturday morning on the 3000 block of Girard Avenue when the driver of a stolen SUV crashed into a parked car.
From outdoor block parties to VIP tables, here's a look at where you can watch the 2026 FIFA World Cup in and around Philadelphia this summer.
Soccer enthusiasts are showing off their fandom ahead of the first World Cup match in South Philadelphia featuring Ecuador and Ivory Coast.
Fans transformed the Art Museum steps into a sea of yellow, blue and red where they waved flags, blew horns, rang cowbells and chanted in support of their national team.
The scene is unfolding at N 54th and Arlington streets.
The latest crash occurred early Saturday morning on the 3000 block of Girard Avenue when the driver of a stolen SUV crashed into a parked car.
Soccer enthusiasts are showing off their fandom ahead of the first World Cup match in South Philadelphia featuring Ecuador and Ivory Coast.
Soccer fans were out in droves Friday night cheering on the U.S. team in their first match in the World Cup against Paraguay.
Collingswood's Pocket Park will fill with drag performances, local vendors, community speakers and live music for its fifth Annual Pride.
Ten of the 16 stadiums hosting Men's World Cup matches across North America are using Rutgers turfgrass, which is bred at a sprawling 300-acre research farm in Freehold.
Dameon Anderson allegedly murdered Savion Pollard-Poulson inside a grocery store in Philadelphia in April and fled on an electric scooter.
Crews have found the body of Davoris Carter, the 14-year-old who went missing while swimming in Wildwood earlier this month, police said Wednesday.
Cristian Custodio-Aquino faces 30 years in prison for killing Dr. Michael Anthony, who owned Haddon Vet.
A driver was hospitalized after a tree service and landscaping truck drove off a bridge in New Castle County, Delaware, police said Friday.
Anticipation grows in Delaware's West African community as the Ivory Coast's national soccer team settles into its Wilmington hotel ahead of the World Cup.
A teenager was arrested after she allegedly stabbed her hairdresser and another person inside a Wilmington hair salon, Delaware State Police said.
Gordon Turner was convicted of murder and other charges after hitting and killing a University of Delaware student with a U-Haul van last year.
A star high school lacrosse player in Delaware is back on the field after a mysterious condition in his jaw turned out to be something much more serious.
Dr. Peter Stafford was working with a missionary group in the Congo when he came down with the virus last month.
A star high school lacrosse player in Delaware is back on the field after a mysterious condition in his jaw turned out to be something much more serious.
Researchers at Penn Medicine say the revolutionary cancer treatment CAR-T therapy may also help patients with kidney failure.
Preliminary research out of Penn Medicine indicates that GLP-1 drugs could prevent breast cancer, but more study is needed.
ChristianaCare Hospital, Aston — Delaware County's first micro-hospital — is expected to treat 15,000 patients annually.
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.
Sportswear brand Mitchell & Ness is opening a new three-story flagship store in Center City Philadelphia.
Caesars Entertainment is being acquired for almost $6 billion by Fertitta, the company that owns Las Vegas' Golden Nugget and chains like Rainforest Cafe and Morton's.
Organizers say they want the FIFA Fan Festival in Philadelphia to be "soccer Coachella" for fans from around the world.
SEPTA says it's making improvements to the train station in the South Philadelphia Sports Complex.
A new website helps visitors and residents check traffic conditions before heading to events in Philadelphia this summer.
PennDOT is replacing a bridge built in 1950 that carries State Road across the Darby Creek, linking Upper Darby and Springfield townships.
SEPTA's South Broad Concourse links 15th/City Hall and Walnut-Locust stations and reopened after being closed for six years.
NBA star James Harden was booked into jail and released on bond less than 2 hours later.
The U.S. men's national soccer team made easy work of Paraguay in its World Cup opener Friday, defeating the South American side 4-1 at SoFi Stadium.
Ten of the 16 stadiums hosting Men's World Cup matches across North America are using Rutgers turfgrass, which is bred at a sprawling 300-acre research farm in Freehold.
The first 2026 FIFA Men's World Cup match in Philadelphia is Sunday, but the party has already started at Fairmount Park.
The Phillies are adding a veteran outfielder a day after potentially losing Adolis García for some time due to an injury.
Taylor Swift became the youngest woman ever inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame Thursday night, at the age of 36.
Taylor Swift attended Game 4 of the NBA Finals between the Knicks and Spurs at Madison Square Garden on Wednesday.
The Godmother of Soul — Philly's own Patti LaBelle — received a Lifetime Achievement Award during the college's Rhythm and RISE celebration.
"Schmigadoon!" — which was tied for the most nominations, with 12 — won Best Musical, and "Liberation" took home the honor of Best Play at the 2026 Tony Awards.
"LUZIA" showcases Mexican culture under the Big Top at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center in Oaks through June 7.
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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.
Fans took to the the Art Museum steps to show their pride for their country ahead of the matchup with Côte d'Ivoire known as Ivory Coast.
Dozens of chefs served up dishes to raise money for Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation.
A federal judge in Massachusetts ruled Friday that all signs that were changed or removed under an order by President Trump must be restored.
A neighbor on the block has started a petition to improve safety after the driver of a stolen SUV crashed into another car.
Soccer fans from near and far are taking over the city to partake in watch parties before Ecuador and Ivory Coast hit the pitch.