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A New Jersey lawmaker wants to legalize marijuana, tax it and use the revenue to pay to fix the state's roads and bridges.
The head of a New Jersey legislative panel investigating a political payback plot says a review undertaken by Gov. Chris Christie's lawyers lacks credibility because information from key players in the operation is missing.
Opponents are showing up at his public and private events, hurling criticisms on a range of topics and questioning his knowledge of a plot orchestrated by his aides to tie up traffic near the world's busiest bridge.
New Jersey tourism officials say Gov. Chris Christie won't be in this year's commercials trying to entice tourists to visit the state.
Assemblyman Paul Moriarty of Washington Township, NJ is being tapped for the joint legislative committee in part because of the time he spent as a reporter at CBS-3.
Chris discusses the media's coverage of Russia's move into Ukraine, rumors the Eagles may trade Desean Jackson, and New Jersey Governor Chris Christie's latest performance at a town hall. He talks to foreign policy expert Ed Turzanski and Tom McGrath from Philadelphia Magazine.
A handful of emails sent to or from Gov. Chris Christie's former campaign manager are due to be released Monday in a court filing by a New Jersey legislative panel investigating a political payback scandal.
Chris covers the latest revelations into the federal investigation of Congressman Chaka Fattah, New Jersey Governor Chris Christie's battle with hecklers at a town hall meeting in Mt. Laurel, and a tire blowout on a plane taking on from PHL last night. He talks to Dave Rowan from the Philadelphia Union, CBS 3's Beasley Reece about the Eagles free agent signings and Steve Cordasco on Finance Friday.
New Jersey Governor Chris Christie held another of his town hall meetings in an area where he should have been among friends, Republican-rich Mount Laurel. But some in the audience were determined to disrupt the session.
Sen. Robert Menendez (D-N.J.) was complimentary of HUD's role but suggested there has been a lot of bureaucratic footdragging at the state level.
The latest Rutgers-Eagleton survey shows a continued deterioration in Christie's positive numbers since "Bridgegate" broke and Hurricane Sandy recovery problems became more of an issue.
Chris continues his coverage from the Conservative Political Action Conference. He talks to Kentucky Senator Rand Paul, Chairman of the RNC Reince Priebus, former Delaware Senate Candidate Christine O'Donnell, CBS 3's Beasley Reece, Steve Cordasco on Finance Friday, filmmaker Dinesh D'Souza, Maryland Congressional candidate Dan Bongino, Colin Hanna from Let Freedom Ring, and Jack Hunter from rare.us.
New Jersey governor Chris Christie visited Camden, NJ to help officials break ground for a charter school on a site where a public school once stood.
Chris discusses the latest delay in the implementation of Obamacare, New Jersey Governor Chris Christie's latest town hall meeting, and Jim DeMint's appearance on the Daily Show. He also talks to actors Tony Danza and Andy Karl, as well as Tom McGrath from Philadelphia Magazine.
The Rutgers-Eagleton poll had shown Christie's job performance on Sandy recovery at 80-percent when he was re-elected four months ago. Not anymore, according to poll director David Redlawsk.
Chris discusses New Jersey Governor Chris Christie's problems with Hurricane Sandy relief, a bill in Arizona opposed by gay groups and Health and Human Services Secretary Kathleen Sebelius backtracking on their enrollment goals for healthcare.gov. He also talks to Tom McGrath from Philadelphia Magazine.
NJ Gov. Chris Christie is maintaining a low profile this weekend as the nation's governors gather in Washington.
Judy Smith addressed how Chris Christie is handling the scandal that enveloped his administration earlier in the year over staff members ordering lane closures leading to the George Washington Bridge, thus causing massive traffic delays.
The federal government won't drop rules that many Superstorm Sandy victims say are among the biggest impediments to rebuilding more quickly.
Chris discusses the problems faced by National Youth Enrollment Day, Karl Rove's defense of New Jersey Governor Chris Christie, and the Phillies' signing of A.J. Burnett. He talks to Michael Bronstein and Jeff Roe on the Monday Morning Matchup on the impact of the Affordable Care Act on November's elections.
Cerf came in early in Gov. Chris Christie's first term, after Bret Schundler was abruptly fired by the governor over policy disagreements.
Some northern New Jersey residents have returned to the scene of a notorious traffic jam.
More subpoenas are expected to be issued by a New Jersey legislative committee investigating a plot to create gridlock by blocking lanes near the George Washington Bridge.
New Jersey's largest newspaper says it now regrets endorsing Republican Gov. Chris Christie for re-election.
New Jersey lawmakers investigating a political payback scandal ensnaring Gov. Chris Christie's administration may need to get a judge to force two key figures to turn over subpoenaed documents.
Interstate 78 eastbound was blocked on Saturday after a plane made an emergency landing.
Saturday is the better day to get outside, as the chance for rainy weather is fairly low.
Two people were hospitalized with gunshot wounds after a crash in North Philadelphia, police said.
Paul George scored 23 points, Tyrese Maxey and Kelly Oubre Jr. each had 21 as the 76ers defeat the Timberwolves.
The Flyers beat the Islanders 3-1 on Friday night to move within one point of the Islanders for third place in the Metropolitan Division.
Interstate 78 eastbound was blocked on Saturday after a plane made an emergency landing.
Saturday is the better day to get outside, as the chance for rainy weather is fairly low.
Ramesses Vazquez-Viana suffered burns to more than 90% of his body in the January 2025 plane crash in Northeast Philadelphia.
Two people were hospitalized with gunshot wounds after a crash in North Philadelphia, police said.
Paul George scored 23 points, Tyrese Maxey and Kelly Oubre Jr. each had 21 as the 76ers defeat the Timberwolves.
Interstate 78 eastbound was blocked on Saturday after a plane made an emergency landing.
Two people were hospitalized with gunshot wounds after a crash in North Philadelphia, police said.
A 7,000 square foot mini soccer pitch will replace the pickleball courts at Dilworth Park in Philadelphia through October.
Philadelphia flight instructor John Aytch was giving a lesson about what to do when a plane loses power when that exact scenario occurred.
Ramesses Vazquez-Viana suffered burns to more than 90% of his body in the January 2025 plane crash in Northeast Philadelphia.
Liza Sylvia, "a mom to everyone," is molding the next generation of athletic trainers at Maple Shade High School in New Jersey.
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill and her family are moving into Drumthwacket, the governor's official residence in Princeton.
Shaun Stebbins was arrested for alleged child sexual assault and child pornography offenses dating back to 2014.
Officials said access is an issue for many in Burlington County, home to almost half a million residents.
North Wildwood declared an emergency about three weeks ago after a series of winter storms stripped away several feet of sand.
Police are investigating what they believe to be human remains, including a skull, found in a wooded area in Wilmington this weekend.
TSA officer and union representative LaShanda Palmer says several members are missing car payments and struggling to care for their families.
Two people were killed and two others were wounded in a shooting in Wilmington Tuesday afternoon, police said.
A 17-year-old is in custody and another person is wanted by police in connection with an armed robbery outside the Christiana Mall in Newark, Delaware.
Three people died in a car crash involving a drunk driver early Saturday morning in Wilmington, Delaware, police say.
Officials said access is an issue for many in Burlington County, home to almost half a million residents.
Ariana Ugarte is among about 500 children who have had kidney transplants at St. Christopher's Hospital for Children in Philadelphia.
The welcome blast of warm weather is a nice treat for the Philadelphia region, but it's also bringing a big increase in pollen, which will trigger symptoms in people who have spring allergies.
About 35% of adults in a recent study reported getting less sleep than they needed, a habit that can have serious health impacts.
The Philadelphia Phillies play regular-season baseball next week. Before then: a race around Citizens Bank Park.
FIFA officials have canceled hundreds of hotel rooms in Philadelphia previously booked for this summer.
The Franklin Mall in Northeast Philadelphia is set to reopen Friday after being because of a fire, a spokesperson said.
The Franklin Mall in Northeast Philadelphia is closed until further notice following a fire, a mall security official said.
Move over, Wawa, "there's a new player in town." Customers shed light on Pennsylvania's heated rivalry as Sheetz opened its first store in Montgomery County.
Former Sheetz president and CEO Steve Sheetz has died at age 77, the Altoona-based company announced on Monday.
Interstate 78 eastbound was blocked on Saturday after a plane made an emergency landing.
Two temporarily shuttered TSA security checkpoints at PHL are back open, with another set to reopen next week.
SEPTA said it has bought 24 used Bombardier Comets railcars from the Montreal public transportation system, Exo.
A plane experiencing a steering issue made an emergency landing at Philadelphia International Airport on Wednesday.
The AI-powered cameras on SEPTA trolleys started rolling last month. Starting April 1, you can get a $51 ticket for violations.
Paul George scored 23 points, Tyrese Maxey and Kelly Oubre Jr. each had 21 as the 76ers defeat the Timberwolves.
The Flyers beat the Islanders 3-1 on Friday night to move within one point of the Islanders for third place in the Metropolitan Division.
Brandon Marsh hit the longest homer of his career, Bryce Harper homered for the second straight game, and the Phillies tagged Michael Lorenzen for nine runs on 12 hits.
Liza Sylvia, "a mom to everyone," is molding the next generation of athletic trainers at Maple Shade High School in New Jersey.
A 7,000 square foot mini soccer pitch will replace the pickleball courts at Dilworth Park in Philadelphia through October.
In Center City, Chris' Jazz Cafe draws crowds each Tuesday through Saturday for live performances. But behind the scenes, another kind of performance unfolds each night.
Philadelphia's renowned restaurant scene has scored seven finalists for the 2026 James Beard Foundation Awards in Chicago.
A Las Vegas performer has sued Taylor Swift over the title of her hit album "The Life of a Showgirl," alleging it violates the performer's trademark.
The price hike raises the cost of the standard plan with ads by $1 per month and the cost of the standard and premium plans by $2.
Chuck Norris' family said his death at 86 was sudden, but did not share any details on the cause.
Ukee Washington reports.
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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.
We've got warm weather Saturday in the Philadelphia region with potential for a record high temperature. Then on Sunday we'll see rain move in likely during the late morning hours. NEXT Weather Meteorologist Andrew Kozak has the latest forecast.
Saturday is the better day to get outside, as the chance for rain is fairly low. Not zero, but a few passing showers are about all we expect. Bill Kelly reports.
From chocolates, to pound cake, to flowers, customers are making sure they secure their Easter goods before Sunday. Kerri Corrado reports.
10-year-old Ramesses Vazquez-Viana was honored before the Philadelphia 76ers vs. Minnesota Timberwolves game Friday night. His mother says its a moment that will stay with him long after the bell rings. Wakisha Bailey reports.
Tracking the NEXT big change for Easter Sunday. Bill Kelly has the forecast.