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Ed Rendell further explained his apology for saying 'ugly' women won't vote for Donald Trump.
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Ed Rendell further explained his apology for saying 'ugly' women won't vote for Donald Trump.
Texas Sen. Ted Cruz is standing his ground in his belief that allowing transgender people to use the bathroom of their choice "opens the door for predators."
Chris reviews former Speaker of the House John Boehner calling Ted Cruz 'Lucifer,' the Eagles selection of Carson Wentz and the death of Lester Waas. He talked to Chris Butler on Finance Friday at 7:00 about Donald Trump's economic promises and CSN Philly's Ray Didinger at 8:00 about the Eagles draft.
Chris discussed Ted Cruz choosing Carly Fiorina as a potential running mate and Philadelphia potentially hosting next year's NFL Draft. He also spoke with author Penny Nance at 7:20 about her book, Feisty and Feminine, and her upcoming appearance at the next WPHT Speaker Series on May 4 at Neumann University.
Rich discussed the results of last night's primaries, Chris Christie's wife Mary Pat Foster possibly rolling her eyes during Trump's victory speech and Hillary Clinton playing the 'woman' card. He also covered Ted Cruz naming Carly Fiorina as his VP, Trump's foreign policy speech and more. Rich spoke with Former RNC Chairman Michael Steele at 3:20pm and Gov. Ed Rendell at 4:30pm.
Former RNC Chairman Michael Steele says Ted Cruz naming Carly Fiorina as his running mate is a political play that comes too late.
Ted Cruz will name Carly Fiorina as his vice presidential running mate Wednesday, according to two sources.
Carly Fiorina makes her case for Ted Cruz while Ann Coulter and Jeffrey Lord explain why they've chosen to stand with Donald Trump.
Chris discussed Hillary Clinton holding a rally at the Fillmore, the Eagles trade to jump up to the second pick in next week's NFL Draft, and Philadelphia Mayor Jim Kenney banning city employees from using tax dollars to travel to North Carolina of Mississippi. He talked with authors and Donald Trump supporters Jeffrey Lord at 7:20 and Ann Coulter at 8:20. He also spoke with Ted Cruz surrogate Carly Fiorina at 8:00.
Rich discussed the next phase of the Hillary Clinton email trial, Trump's campaign manager being charged with Battery and Donald Trump creating a headache for talk radio hosts. Rich also discussed dream jobs, the FBI breaking into the iPhone without Apple and more. Rich spoke with Anthony Gil Esq at 3:20pm, Ann Coulter at 4pm and Gov. Ed Rendell at 4:30pm.
Carly Fiorina called Donald Trump part of the problem while voicing her support for Ted Cruz.
Chris reviewed last night's Democratic presidential debate, Carly Fiorina's endorsement of Ted Cruz and Marco Rubio saying that he will not drop out of the race. He spoke with actor Tony Danza about the Northeast High School fundraiser at 7:00, author Craig Shirley at 7:20 about the death of Nancy Reagan, and Senator Pat Toomey at 8:00 about Donald Trump's impact on his Senate campaign.
Rich discussed the latest GOP poll numbers, Carly Fiorina's endorsement of Ted Cruz and Mitt Romney reads Donald Trump mean tweets. Rich also discussed Bernie Sanders win in Michigan, the latest with Hillary Clinton's email scandal and Trump's foul language. Rich spoke with Columnist Stu Bykofsky at 3:50pm and BloombergView Science columnist Faye Flam at 4:20pm.
Chris Stigall examined New Jersey Governor Chris Christie's exit from the presidential race, the comparisons between Donald Trump and Bernie Sanders and the latest on former Eagle LeSean McCoy's alleged altercation with off-duty police officers. He talked with WYNC Reporter Matt Katz about Christie leaving the race at 7:20, Eliana Raggio from the Liberty USO about #HugAHero2016 at 8:00, and Pennsylvania Senator Pat Toomey about the US Intelligence Community's World Wide Threat Assessment at 8:20.
Rich discussed Trump's over-performance in New Hampshire, Attorney General Katheen Kane's fate and Fiorina and Christie suspending their campaigns. He also discussed millennials fascination with Bernie Sanders, Mayor Nutter defending Hillary Clinton and more. Rich spoke with Michael Steele at 3:30pm and Jefferey Lord at 5:20pm.
Rich discussed the GOP debate, UBER and Lyft Protest and the Freddie Gray Mistrial. He also discussed Jimmy Kimmel asking people about Hitler, Ben Carson's cough and Baltimore, Maryland. Rich spoke with Philly.com's John Featherman about banning the box at 4pm. He also spoke with Gov. Ed Rendell at 4:30pm and Former Chairman, RNC Former Lt. Gov. Maryland Michael Steele at 5:20pm about the GOP debate. At 5:30pm, Rich spoke with Ron Hosko, former Assistant Director of the FBI and now President of the Law Enforcement Legal Defense Fund about the Freddie Gray case.
On this morning's show, Chris discussed dust ups between Trump and Bush, and Cruz and Rubio during last night's GOP debate, and the pending jury deliberation in the Katheryn Knott trial. At 6:15am writer for Breitbart, John Hayward, joined the show to breakdown last night's Republican Presidential Debate. At 8:00am editor of Philadelphia magazine, Tom McGrath, joined the show to recap the GOP Debate.
Chris reviewed last night's Republican presidential debate, protests in Center City demanding a raise to the minimum wage, and a ruling in New York halting daily fantasy sports sites. He talked with politcal analyst John Hayward from Breitbart at 6:20 to analyze the debate, Tom McGrath at 8:00 about raising the minimum wage.
Political analyst John Hayward pointed out Florida Senator Marco Rubio for his performance at the latest Republican presidential debate.
Rich discussed Hillary Clinton laughing at Carly Fiorina strangle comment, Republican pre-debate analysis and Jeb Bush admits to wanting to kill baby Hitler. He also discussed Donald Trump's thoughts on Hillary Clinton running for President, Herman Cain defends Ben Carson against the media, South Park's safe space and Starbucks receives criticism over red cups. Rich spoke with Joe Cohn of Fire regarding free speech on college campuses.
Chris previews election day in Philadelphia and looks back at President Obama's comments on the incarceration cycle during a speech in Newark, as well as Carly Fiorina's feud with The View.
Rich discussed the Republicans choosing to part ways with NBC, the Royals winning the World Series and Carly Fiorina's response to criticism on The View. He also discussed Chris Christie's recent poll numbers, Temple University's possible new stadium and Bill Maher's Halloween rant. Rich spoke with Mayoral Candidate Melissa Murray Bailey at 4pm. Chris Stigall called in at 4:50pm to discuss the Royals winning the World Series. At 5:20pm, Rich spoke with Greg Gutfeld Taped from The Five.
Rich discussed the Republican debate, Ted Cruz's rant about the media, women getting surgery to look good in yoga pants and live tweets ruining live television. He also discussed Chris Christie's fantasy football comment, Susquehanna changing mascots and The View attacks Carly Fiorina. Rich spoke with Dr. Mazz during a special debate edition of Ask The Doctor.
Ed Rendell pronounced his verdict on Eagles quarterback Sam Bradford, saying he would prefer the team trade for Colin Kaepernick of the San Francisco 49ers.
Dom Giordano believes Carly Fiorina was clearly one of the stars of the last Republican debate.
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.
President Trump issued an executive order in March 2025 ordering national parks to not display elements that "inappropriately disparage Americans past or living."
Scattered storms with severe potential could hit the Philadelphia area Sunday. Before then, Saturday is warm and sunny.
President Trump issued an executive order in March 2025 ordering national parks to not display elements that "inappropriately disparage Americans past or living."
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.
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.
NBA star James Harden was booked into jail and released on bond less than 2 hours later.
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.
Commissioner Bethel admitted that putting up barricades on the sidewalk was a mistake and they should have closed some Gayborhood streets to allow for the celebrations.
A 15-month-old girl was found dead inside a car along the 4800 block of Hanoverville Road, just after 4 p.m. Thursday.
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.
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.
The Philadelphia region is under a risk of severe storms Sunday afternoon and evening. Before then, enjoy a sunny Saturday with more comfortable humidity levels, great for a barbecue or trip to the Jersey Shore. NEXT Weather Meteorologist Tammie Souza has the latest forecast.