Sen. Menendez Blames Trenton For Slow Hurricane Sandy Recovery
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.
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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 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.
When Michael and Yvette Atkinson look around their home in Atlantic City, there are problems just about everywhere.
Firefighter Mike Lange has binders of paperwork meticulously tracking his efforts to get Sandy relief funds to lift his house in Brigantine above new flood standards. What he doesn't have is the money.
Chris continues to analyze the media coverage of New Jersey Governor Chris Christie and talks to comedian and talk show host Dennis Miller.
Chris reviews yesterday's NFL Conference Championship games, Pennsylvania's voter ID law being struck down, and Vladimir Putin's attempt to welcome gay athletes to the Olympics. He also talks to Michael Bronstein and Jeff Roe on the Monday Morning Matchup and CBS 3's Beasley Reece.
Gov. Chris Christie, eager to get on with business amid a scandal over traffic jams that appear to have been manufactured by his aides, is meeting with homeowners affected by Superstorm Sandy even as the Legislature prepares to issue new subpoenas as part of its investigation.
Chris continues his coverage of the scandals following New Jersey Governor Chris Christie as well as a court ruling allowing a girl to join the boys wrestling team and the saga of the "Swiss Cheese Pervert" in Mayfair. He talks to Victor Fiorillo from Philadelphia Magazine and Gayle Trotter from the Independent Women's Forum.
As the calendar gets ready to turn to 2014, New Jersey continues to recover from Hurricane Sandy.
The Fair Share Housing Center contends that blacks and Latinos have been turned down for housing aid at rates far higher than whites.
Senator Rand Paul (R-KY) appeared to call out New Jersey Governor Chris Christie for using federal funds for Hurricane Sandy relief on Wednesday.
The money was raised by an online auction of the baseball Hall of Famer's 1960 contract with the New York Yankees.
New Jersey officials say they have distributed just over one-third of the federal aid allocated for housing help after Superstorm Sandy.
Chris discusses New Jersey Governor Chris Christie's standing in the Republican Party going forward and President Obama's apology for people losing their healthcare plans. He also talks to Carrie Lukas from My Cancellation, Steve Cordasco on Finance Friday, CBS 3's Beasley Reece, and author Nick Bilton.
Some scoff at global warming, but Margate mayor Mike Becker is heeding the warnings.
Chris details the latest on the signup problems at healthcare.gov, criticisms being leveled at New Jersey Governor Chris Christie, and the case of cat hoarding at Grace Kelly's former house. He talks to John Hayward from Red State, Steve Cordasco on Finance Friday, and CBS 3's Beasley Reece.
One year after Hurricane Sandy, the annual arts and crafts festival, plus the brilliant fall weather, is luring many of the regulars back to Cape May.
State officials say settlements have been reached with nine New Jersey businesses accused of price gouging following Superstorm Sandy.
Many in Sandy-ravaged sections of New Jersey are complaining, one year after the superstorm, that they're still waiting on promised state and federal help.
One year after the destructive Hurricane Sandy, families are still rebuilding their homes and their lives.
Chris examines the loss healthcare plans under Obamacare, Chris Christie's appearance on CBS This Morning, and the damage done to the Philadelphia region by calling it the "Delaware Valley."
The poll, which surveyed residents displaced by the storm for at least one month, reveals that few of those families feel they're close to a full recovery and most of them feel the state's rebuilding efforts have overlooked them.
Chris reviews Saturday Night Lives parody of the healthcare.gov rollout, the Eagles loss to the Giants, and the divergent re-election prospects for Chris Christie and Tom Corbett. He also talks to Jeff Roe and Michael Bronstein on the Monday Morning Matchup.
Tuesday marks the one year anniversary of the carnage wrought by Hurricane Sandy. Towns along the Jersey shore continue to cope, including Long Beach Island, one of the harder hit areas.
"Sunday Morning" looks back at the astonishing career of the queen of country music, whose talent, warmth, wit, and philanthropy made her a genuine, once-in-a-generation luminary.
Kyle Schwarber hit a go-ahead RBI single and Trea Turner had a two-run single in a three-run 10th inning in the Philadelphia Phillies' victory Saturday.
Sunday is off to a nice start in the Philadelphia region, but the NEXT Weather team is tracking heat and storms this week.
Two people died and eight others were hurt in a shooting on Locust Street in Trenton early Sunday morning, officials say.
The Philadelphia Union beat the New York Red Bulls 3-1 on Saturday night to extend their unbeaten streak to seven.
Two people died and eight others were hurt in a shooting on Locust Street in Trenton early Sunday morning, officials say.
"Sunday Morning" looks back at the astonishing career of the queen of country music, whose talent, warmth, wit, and philanthropy made her a genuine, once-in-a-generation luminary.
A second robbery with an AR-style rifle happened in Center City early Friday morning, Philadelphia police said.
Philadelphia police are investigating an officer who failed to help a person in the street who was killed in a hit-and-run in Olney.
Kyle Schwarber hit a go-ahead RBI single and Trea Turner had a two-run single in a three-run 10th inning in the Philadelphia Phillies' victory Saturday.
A second robbery with an AR-style rifle happened in Center City early Friday morning, Philadelphia police said.
Two men were hospitalized after being shot on West Westmoreland Street in Philadelphia, police say.
Nelson Contreras-Gelves' wife and employer are fighting to get him released from Immigration and Customs Enforcement custody.
Victory Brewing Company's taproom in Philadelphia reopened Friday night after health officials said they found mice and roaches during an inspection earlier this week.
After losing her mother, Sarah Kagan wants to change how employers deal with grief.
Two people died and eight others were hurt in a shooting on Locust Street in Trenton early Sunday morning, officials say.
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill signed a law Friday making cocktails to-go permanent.
Seven New Jersey college students had to find a new place to live after heavy rain flooded their home near Rowan University this week.
Three AMC Theatres in the Philadelphia region are holding special screenings to celebrate the life and legacy of Dolly Parton.
After a rainy Thursday, the Philadelphia area will see a partly sunny and warm Friday with a few scattered showers and storms.
After a rainy Thursday, the Philadelphia area will see a partly sunny and warm Friday with a few scattered showers and storms.
Thursday is a NEXT Weather Alert day with a round of showers and thunderstorms becoming more widespread from midday through the afternoon and evening.
Wednesday will be another beautiful late August day with dew points in the mid-50s and low 60s, so humidity will be nice and low.
Interactive exhibits and some artifacts dating back more than 100 years help detail the transformation of the Mother African Union Church.
Tuesday will be another beautiful day in the Philadelphia region with sunshine, low humidity and highs near 82 degrees.
After losing her mother, Sarah Kagan wants to change how employers deal with grief.
Pennsylvania health officials say two people who had measles died in the state, but Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is questioning that.
A Philadelphia police officer taking daraxonrasib for pancreatic cancer says the drug is giving her hope.
Pennsylvania has recorded its first two deaths connected to measles in 35 years.
The trial at Temple's Fox Chase Cancer Center is testing the experimental treatment in patients with myelofibrosis who aren't responding to traditional therapies.
New Jersey floral designer Alisha Simone Bell said she puts her "whole heart" into every arrangement and every detail.
On Tuesday, Pennsylvania took a major step in the fight against the negative impacts of social media, particularly on children.
Thieves are smashing windows and targeting trading card stores looking for valuable Pokémon cards, police in South Jersey say.
Customers lined up to support Somerdale Cold Cuts as it reopened after a copper theft.
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
For the first time in a decade, the Philadelphia Cycling Classic returns this weekend.
Beginning Sunday, several bus routes in Philadelphia are changing, including the addition of two new routes.
A deadly crash in Warminster is under investigation Sunday, police said.
PennDOT is advising drivers about an overnight closure on the Schuylkill Expressway westbound in West Philadelphia between 30th Street and the interchange with I-676 East.
Pennsylvania State Police are investigating two crashes, one of which was fatal, that happened hours apart on I-95 and I-76 in Philadelphia.
Kyle Schwarber hit a go-ahead RBI single and Trea Turner had a two-run single in a three-run 10th inning in the Philadelphia Phillies' victory Saturday.
The Philadelphia Union beat the New York Red Bulls 3-1 on Saturday night to extend their unbeaten streak to seven.
Pinch hitter Edmundo Sosa hit his first career grand slam with two outs in the ninth inning, and the Phillies roared back for a 5-3 victory over the Los Angeles Angels.
Tanner McKee struggled in the competition with Andy Dalton to back up Jalen Hurts as the Eagles lost to the Bengals, 30-13, in the preseason finale.
A list of Pennsylvania high school football scores for August 28, 2026.
"Sunday Morning" looks back at the astonishing career of the queen of country music, whose talent, warmth, wit, and philanthropy made her a genuine, once-in-a-generation luminary.
Three AMC Theatres in the Philadelphia region are holding special screenings to celebrate the life and legacy of Dolly Parton.
Stella Parton said her sister Dolly told her "that if there was no hope for her, she would still allow her medical team to try experimental drugs in the hope of helping others in the future."
Tim Curry was known for his iconic performances in cult classics like "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" and the original screen adaptation of Stephen King's "It."
Hosts Nicole Michalik and Patty Jackson react after country music icon Dolly Parton dies at age 80.
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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.
Two people died and nine others were wounded in a shooting on Locust Street early Sunday morning in Trenton, New Jersey, police say.
Sunday starts nice and dry for the Philadelphia area, but scattered showers are possible later in the day and throughout the week. Meteorologist Tammie Souza has the NEXT Weather forecast.
After a 10-year hiatus, the Philadelphia Cycling Classic is underway, bringing fans and cyclists from around the world to the city. Reporter Ray Strickland was live along the Benjamin Franklin Parkway and talked to a local cyclist about what the race means to her.
Andrew Kozak is tracking some storms for the Philadelphia region on Sunday and next week. Here's the latest NEXT Weather forecast.
Police said the second robbery happened Friday morning on Sansom Street in Center City. Nobody was injured during the incident.