PA House Votes For Abortion Ban After 20 Weeks
The state House has sent the Senate a bill that would ban elective abortions after 20 weeks. The bill passed with bi-partisan support, but Governor Wolf opposes it.
The state House has sent the Senate a bill that would ban elective abortions after 20 weeks. The bill passed with bi-partisan support, but Governor Wolf opposes it.
"I'm not angry. I'm not bitter. I'm really just sad," Baker wrote in the letter, which she posted on her Facebook page.
Bob Dick, a Senior Policy Analyst at the Commonwealth Foundation, spoke with 1210 WPHT's Dom Giordano about a dispute between some public employees and their union over the collection of dues.
The bill now is on its way to Gov. Mary Fallin for final approval.
The brakes have been put on a fast-tracked state House bill that would place new restrictions on abortion in Pennsylvania.
A bill to place new restrictions on abortion in Pennsylvania is poised for final vote in the state House next week after members on Wednesday voted down a Democrat-led effort to postpone the proposal for two months.
A state House committee Monday advanced a bill that would ban elective abortions in Pennsylvania after 20 weeks of pregnancy. Governor Tom Wolf is already promising a veto.
Chris discussed yesterday's AMTRAK crash, Villanova's victory in the Final Four Saturday Night, and the latest in the race for President. He talked to Michael Bronstein and Colin Hanna on the Monday Morning Matchup about John Kasich's role in the Republican presidential primary at 7:00 and HW Brands from Politico about his piece in Politico, How Trump Has Proved The Founders Right, at 8:20.
Chris discussed Villanova's trip to the Final Four, the FBI's investigation into Hillary Clinton's private email, and the ongoing controversy about Donald Trump's comments on abortion. He talked to economist Chris Butler at 7:00 on Finance Friday about another boom in the stock market and State Representative Martina White at 8:00 about her bill penalizing sanctuary cities in Pennsylvania.
Rich discussed Trump's controversial abortion comments, John Kasich eating a pizza with a fork and knife and Ted Cruz shows his funny side. He also discussed a parent threatening to kill a referee, a Texas mom tattoos her 3 children and more. Rich spoke with Comedian Jim Norton at 5pm.
Chris criticized Donald Trump's answer to a question about abortion. He talked with Jim DeMint from the Heritage Foundation at 7:00 about the Pennsylvania Leadership Conference, Erica Walsh, a contestant for Ms. Veteran America at 7:20, and National Review's Jonah Goldberg at 8:00 about stopping Donald Trump from winning the Republican nomination for President.
Chris Stigall broke with Donald Trump over his statement that women who have abortions should be punished.
In the case of the Zika virus, Pope Francis has suggested that women threatened with the virus are allowed to use contraception.
Rick Santorum disagrees with Donald Trump's proposal to ban all Muslims from entering the United States but says something must be done to keep terrorists out.
Chris discussed the lock down and gun scare at Community College of Philadelphia, Donald Trump's opinion of eminent domain, and Ben Carson's appearance on The View. At 7:20, he also spoke with Matt Brouillette from the Commonwealth Foundation about Pennsylvania's budget impasse.
Rich discussed Pope Francis progressive conflicts, Joe Biden's views on abortion, Hillary Clinton's ties to birtherism and Donald Trump's appearance with Stephen Colbert. He also discussed the latest with Hillary Clinton's server, iPhone 6 release delay and Pope Francis bobblehead. Rich spoke with Greg Buckley Sr., the Father of Lance Cpl. Greg Buckley Jr., regarding his son's death that was told to ignore sexual abuse of boys by Afghan Allies at 5pm.
Chris followed Pope Francis' arrival in the United States, Donald Trump's appearance with Stephen Colbert, and Vice-President Joe Biden explaining his opinions on abortion. He talked with Philadelphia Magazine's Tom McGrath at 8:00 about Pope week finally arriving.
Pope Francis says he's giving all priests the authority to forgive women of the "sin of abortion" if they are repentant.
Paul told Dom Giordano on Talk Radio 1210 WPHT that the vote to strip Planned Parenthood of federal dollars should happen immediately.
Departing from my usual focus on a singular topic, today's column addresses several recent events in the news.
Rich covers the case of a man killed by a police officer in South Carolina, the reaction to Rand Paul's run for President, and the University of Michigan canceling a showing of American Sniper. He also talked to Shaneen Allen about her pardon from New Jersey Governor Chris Christie and Utah Senator Mike Lee about his new book, Our Lost Constitution.
An unlicensed doctor has won a new theft and conspiracy trial because she was tried with rogue Philadelphia abortion provider Kermit Gosnell.
Chris discusses the latest details in the race for Pennsylvania Governor and the House Select Committee on Benghazi. He also talks to comedian Hal Sparks and Victor Fiorillo of the Philadelphia Magazine.
Emily Letts, a counselor at a South Jersey women's health center, says her video is a virtual way to hold the hand of any woman who's confronted with an unexpected pregnancy.
Chris covers the NBA's decision to ban Donald Sterling for life, the City of Philadelphia's decision to ban smoking in public parks and Allyson Schwartz interview with an editorial board. He talks to Tom McGrath from Philadelphia Magazine.
Many first responders were honored for how they care for the community in Norristown Tuesday. Some saved lives. Some fought crime. All were recognized for their hard work.
Trenton has launched a new campaign to get more kids tested for lead poisoning after hundreds of students may have been exposed at a local school.
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Two women, who appear to be mother and daughter, were found stabbed to death in the basement of a home in Philadelphia's Crescentville section Tuesday afternoon, police said.
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Many first responders were honored for how they care for the community in Norristown Tuesday. Some saved lives. Some fought crime. All were recognized for their hard work.
Trenton has launched a new campaign to get more kids tested for lead poisoning after hundreds of students may have been exposed at a local school.
A 19-year-old man was killed while riding a mini bike that collided with a van in Evesham, New Jersey, Monday night, police said. No charges have been filed in the crash yet.
Many first responders were honored for how they care for the community in Norristown Tuesday. Some saved lives. Some fought crime. All were recognized for their hard work.
ReadyPhiladelphia said I-76 eastbound near Penn Medicine Station was closed Tuesday afternoon because of a brush fire on railroad tracks.
Two women, who appear to be mother and daughter, were found stabbed to death in the basement of a home in Philadelphia's Crescentville section Tuesday afternoon, police said.
The Phillies' 12th annual Phantastic Auction raised over a half-million dollars for charity. Here are the winning bids.
Large plumes of smoke could be seen on the Walt Whitman Bridge due to a fire along the Delaware River Waterfront in Gloucester City, New Jersey on Tuesday.
Trenton has launched a new campaign to get more kids tested for lead poisoning after hundreds of students may have been exposed at a local school.
A 19-year-old man was killed while riding a mini bike that collided with a van in Evesham, New Jersey, Monday night, police said. No charges have been filed in the crash yet.
The Marine Mammal Stranding Center is closely monitoring a stray bottlenose dolphin that's stuck in a small creek in Cape May, New Jersey.
Large plumes of smoke could be seen on the Walt Whitman Bridge due to a fire along the Delaware River Waterfront in Gloucester City, New Jersey on Tuesday.
Bryce Harper is doing more than just helping the Phillies to baseball's best record. The slugger recently helped a Haddonfield senior ask his date to prom.
Tuesday starts out with dense fog in parts of our region that will lift as the day goes on. Warm temperatures continue into the weekend with a chance of thunderstorms Thursday.
A pedestrian was fatally struck by a vehicle in Newark, Delaware, on Monday night, police said.
Some bands of clouds are likely to pass by throughout the day, but skies will stay partly to mostly sunny heading into the afternoon with highs near 80 Monday.
Sunday will see high temperatures near 75 in Philadelphia, with a mix of sunny and partly cloudy skies. Heading into the week, our first shot at the 80s comes Tuesday.
Showers should be on the light side for much of the day, but there will be one moderate push of showers coming through in the mid to late morning.
Pennsylvania health officials are warning of three locations in Philadelphia and Montgomery counties where measles exposures could have happened.
Health authorities are watching for signs the virus might be starting to accelerate again after a springtime lull in COVID rates.
Pennsylvania has launched a new dashboard tracking tickborne diseases.
U.S. Capitol Police Officer Andrew Linder is aiming to be the first person to run from Santa Monica Pier in California to Central Park in New York City with a 15-pound weighted vest.
Firefighters say talking about emotions isn't something they're trained to do but the Philadelphia Fire Department is making that easier.
Along with Philadelphia, Frontier will offer service to Dallas-Fort Worth, Atlanta, and Raleigh-Durham.
Business owners in Wildwood, New Jersey, talk about the impact Memorial Day weekend has on their bottom line.
An iconic local jeweler is under new management as the owners turned over the business Monday to several longtime employees for free.
California is partnering with a New Jersey-based pharmaceutical company to purchase a generic version of Narcan, the most well-known version of naloxone that can save a person's life during an opioid overdose.
Regulators have closed Republic First Bank's 32 branches in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and New York and they will be taken over by Fulton Bank.
ReadyPhiladelphia said I-76 eastbound near Penn Medicine Station was closed Tuesday afternoon because of a brush fire on railroad tracks.
Significant road closures and parking restrictions will be in effect May 19, for the SEIU 'Unions for All' March. So here is an in-depth guide on what to know.
A spokesperson for the Philadelphia International Airport said an American Airlines flight bound for Memphis returned to PHL after a possible mechanical issue on Saturday.
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro took a regional rail train to Langhorne to pitch a plan to invest in SEPTA and other public transit.
The Vine Street Expressway in Philadelphia was blocked at Broad Street after a crash early Wednesday morning.
The Phillies' 12th annual Phantastic Auction raised over a half-million dollars for charity. Here are the winning bids.
Bryce Harper is doing more than just helping the Phillies to baseball's best record. The slugger recently helped a Haddonfield senior ask his date to prom.
Wide receiver DeVante Parker retired on Monday after signing with the Philadelphia Eagles in March and playing in the NFL for nine seasons.
Kody Clemens is only on the Philadelphia Phillies because Trea Turner is injured, but he's doing all he can to stick around when Turner returns in a couple of weeks.
The gymnastics G.O.A.T Simone Biles earned the highest overall score at the U.S. Classic and was the top scorer in the floor exercise with her performance to Taylor Swift's "...Ready For It?"
The Great Chefs Event, run by Marc Vetri, is one of Philadelphia's premier food events – and there are no signs of it slowing down in 2024.
Hip-hop mogul Sean "Diddy" Combs posted a video on social media apologizing for his "inexcusable" behavior and that he takes "full responsibility" for his actions.
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More than 100 people braved rainy weather outside at the Dell Music Center on Saturday to honor R&B and soul legend and Philadelphia native Frankie Beverly.
A six-footer with an ample black mustache, Dabney Coleman made his mark in numerous popular films.
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Cherron Reynolds is Camden High School's only junior chef, and he has big dreams of becoming a master while teaching others.
At Global Leadership Academy Southwest, students set out on learning excursions because the charter school leadership believes the best learning happens outside the classroom.
ASAP is holding a free-week long program that will teach girls in Philadelphia schools how to play chess.
Great Valley High School senior Lucca Ruggieri is already working his dream job: campaign manager for Republican Neil Young's run at Pennsylvania's 6th Congressional District.
While students aren't using real tattoo machines, an elective class at West Philadelphia High School is teaching students the techniques to create intricate tattoo designs.
Philadelphia Phillies first baseman Bryce Harper recently helped Haddonfield Memorial High School senior Jake Portella with his "promposal."
Many first responders were honored for how they care for our community on Tuesday. Some saved lives. Some fought crime. Kim Hudson reports all were recognized for their hard work and dedication to those they protect and serve.
Trenton Mayor Reed Gusciora is concerned about the kids in his city after high levels of lead were found near a school and playground. The city is launching an effort to get children tested.
The father was first told by Keystone Elementary School the incident was an accident. But then later he learned from the principal that an aide with the fourth-grader was distracted at the time of the incident.
Eastbound lanes that were shut down on I-76 by the Schuylkill Expressway due to a brush fire reopened Tuesday. The lanes were closed between Girard Avene and Spring Garden as firefighters worked to put out the fire.