Ted Turner, founder of CNN, dies at age 87
Ted Turner, the media tycoon who founded CNN and led an empire that also included cable channels TBS, TNT and Turner Classic Movies as well as the Atlanta Braves and Atlanta Hawks, died Wednesday.
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Ted Turner, the media tycoon who founded CNN and led an empire that also included cable channels TBS, TNT and Turner Classic Movies as well as the Atlanta Braves and Atlanta Hawks, died Wednesday.
Harris was asked questions by undecided voters during a CNN town hall in Delco on Wednesday night. She also said "Yes I do" when asked if she thinks Donald Trump is a fascist at the town hall.
The Keystone State is living up to its name as it will likely be key in deciding the 2024 presidential election. Both campaigns have packed schedules this week in Pennsylvania.
The details on the moderators, where it's happening and how to watch the first 2024 presidential debate between Biden and Trump.
Alice Stewart was also a veteran political adviser who worked on a number of GOP presidential campaigns.
Host and moderator of CBS News' "Face the Nation" Margaret Brennan explains what's on the agenda for the current and former president this weekend as both make key campaign stops.
C.J. Rice, a man who served 12 years behind bars for an attempted murder he was falsely convicted of, was officially exonerated at the Juanita Kidd Stout Center for Criminal Justice in Philadelphia Monday morning. C.J. Rice, formally known as Charles J. Rice, was convicted in a September 2011 shooting for attempted murder and sentenced to 30-60 years behind bars.
Jenkins has long been an outspoken advocate of social justice reform and he now adds another platform to discuss these issues.
The case could be a precedent-setting case for journalistic access to the White House.
The White House last week suspended Acosta's "hard pass," which allows him press access to the White House, hours after he sparred with President Trump at a press briefing.
The U.S. Secret Service says agents have intercepted packages containing "possible explosive devices" addressed to former President Barack Obama and Hillary Clinton. CNN says its offices in New York have also been evacuated because of a suspicious package.
Many people took to Twitter saying they were getting the same push alert dozens of times.
On today's show, Rich discussed the Justice Department's attempt to block a merger between AT&T and Time Warner, sexual misconduct allegations made against Rep. John Conyers, and Elizabeth Warren's unforgettable appearance on the Stephen Colbert show.
Former CNN contributor Jeffrey Lord addresses his firing for tweeting a Nazi salute at a critic.
Jones says it's part revival, part concert, part social justice rally.
Dom discussed a noose being placed around Rittenhouse Square over the weekend, President Trump thinking to partner with Russia on cyber security. At 10, Attorney General, Josh Shapiro, joined discussing Pennsylvania's fight against the opioid epidemic. At 10:35, Burns Davison, Rule & Compliance Chair of South Carolina Youth Soccer Association, joined discussing the new rule to keep parents quiet during games. At 11, Jake Tapper of CNN joined discussing the news of the day.
Dom discussed Cardinal Tobin slamming President Trump for appealing to the darker side of Americans, ANTIFA classified as a domestic terrorist group in New Jersey. At 10, Lenox School District student, Jimmy Jay Chassi, joined discussing the proposal to change the mascot from the "Millionaire." At 10:35, Upper Darby Police Chief, Mike Chitwood, joined discussing racial profiling being used on routine traffic stops. At 11, Brad Thor joined discussing his book "Use of Force and his event next week with Dom.
Dom discussed Governor Christie beach vacation on closed state beaches, President Trump's tweet tweet "wrestling" CNN, police shootings in 2017 on pace to surpass 1,000, legalizing recreational marijuana and beachtag patrollers harassing an event in Ocean City for kids with autism. At 9:35, Zach Rehl joined discussing the March for Trump over the weekend. At 10,Sharyl Attkisson joined discussing her latest book "The Smear," and media biases. At 11, JD Mullane joined discussing legalizing marijuana in Pennsylvania.
President Donald Trump crowned his weekend rage against the news media with a mock video that shows him pummeling a man in a business suit — his face obscured by the CNN logo — outside a wrestling ring.
Chris discussed last night's WPHT Speaker Series event with Eric Bolling from Fox News, CNN claiming that journalists face danger covering the Trump White House and a Catholic Cardinal being accused of sexual abuse. At 8:20, he spoke to Sharyl Attkisson about her new book, The Smear, and the state of the media during the Trump administration.
Dom discussed Sarah Huckabee Sanders' confrontation with a Playboy columnist, Republicans delaying their vote on the new healthcare bill, Serena Williams poses naked for Vanity Fair, ANTIFA protesting in Gettysburg. At 10:35, State Rep. Daryl Metcalfe joined discussing his confrontation with Rep. Brian Sims on Sanctuary Cities in Pennsylvania. At 11:15, Senator Chris Coons joined discussing the Republican health care reform bill. At 11:35, Brian Karem from The Sentinel of Montgomery County in MD joined discussing his confrontation with Sarah Huckabee Sanders.
Chris discussed Sarah Palin suing the New York Times, Mayor Jim Kenney being recorded by the FBI while wiretapping union leader John Dougherty and New Jersey being named the least patriotic state. At 8:20, he spoke with AB Stoddard from Real Clear Politics about Senate Republicans delaying a vote on their health care bill.
Chris discussed Senate Republican's efforts to pass their new health care bill, a portion of Broad Street being renamed after Boyz II Men and rumors that Democrats want to oust Nancy Pelosi. At 7:20, he spoke with Eric Bolling from Fox News about their appearance together at the next WPHT Speaker Series on Wednesday night.
"CNN has terminated our agreement with Kathy Griffin to appear on our New Year's Eve program," the network said in a statement.
Chris discussed the results of the first round of the French presidential election, the potential for a government shut down and a viral video of an American Airlines flight attendant fighting with passengers. At 7:00, he spoke with Val DiGiorgio, Chairman of the PA GOP about the importance of Pennsylvania to Donald Trump's election victory.
The Philadelphia region will see periods of rain on Saturday, increasing in the afternoon and evening.
Fans from Ghana and Croatia keep the festivities going in Philadelphia, with one World Cup match left before the city's monthlong celebration ends.
The New York Mets defeated the Philadelphia Phillies 6-2 on Saturday to stop their seven-game losing streak.
Croatia has earned a spot in the World Cup knockout round by defeating Ghana on Saturday.
Rain didn't stop the West Powelton Steppers and Drum Squad from celebrating a milestone more than three decades in the making.
The Philadelphia region will see periods of rain on Saturday, increasing in the afternoon and evening.
Fans from Ghana and Croatia keep the festivities going in Philadelphia, with one World Cup match left before the city's monthlong celebration ends.
The New York Mets defeated the Philadelphia Phillies 6-2 on Saturday to stop their seven-game losing streak.
Croatia has earned a spot in the World Cup knockout round by defeating Ghana on Saturday.
Investigators returned to the home Friday to search for possible human remains, but none were found at the property, police say.
Rain didn't stop the West Powelton Steppers and Drum Squad from celebrating a milestone more than three decades in the making.
Separated by generations, two photographers reveal how Philadelphia's protests helped shape society.
Police are looking for a driver accused of intentionally striking an officer with a vehicle in North Philadelphia Friday night, police say.
For more than 100 years, Collingswood has been a dry borough, but that could change.
Two juveniles are faceing multiple charges in connection with a massive fire that destroyed several properties in Allentown Wednesday night, officials say.
A major procedural hurdle has been cleared for the future of the shuttered Wonderland Pier amusement park in Ocean City, New Jersey.
An ex-South Jersey middle school teacher is facing new charges in connection with sexually assaulting a student, the Gloucester County Prosecutor's Office announced.
Pride flags are once again blowing in the breeze on Kings Highway in Haddonfield, less than 48 hours after police say a man ripped most of them down.
Ocean City resident Frank LaFerrara rescued a teenage girl from a rip current thanks to lifeguard training he received 50 years ago.
The memory of Michael Stewart, a 6-year-old boy who drowned on his first day of summer camp, is kept alive by his mother and his community.
Police say a 19-year-old pointed a gun at a crowd and then fled from police, and an officer shot him during a foot pursuit.
Prosecutors allege John Wallace-Bey got into an argument with two co-workers, left work and later came back and shot them.
A man from New Jersey was charged after he allegedly hit and killed two teen pedestrians in Townsend, Delaware, over the weekend.
A 66-year-old woman who was riding an e-bike in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, died in a crash Saturday morning, state police said.
Every year, the August Quarterly Festival Choir lifts so many spirits at the oldest Black religious gathering in the country.
At Jefferson Moss-Magee Rehabilitation Center, dogs are being used to help aphasia patients.
Janaylon Wright's cancer symptoms were overlooked for months. Her story, featured in a new report, reflects broader disparities in cancer care.
Vets emphasize that marijuana edibles often contain other highly poisonous ingredients like chocolate or artificial sweeteners, which can worsen the toxicity for dogs.
New research from Rutgers University says there could be a new connection between popular diet drugs and violent behavior.
Josie Selke was diagnosed with a rare pediatric leukemia at just 5 months old. But thanks to a grant from the Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation, today she's in remission.
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.
Three men died in a plane crash in Maryland Saturday night, police said.
Organizers say they want the FIFA Fan Festival in Philadelphia to be "soccer Coachella" for fans from around the world.
SEPTA and its police union have tentatively agreed to a new contract, averting a strike during a busy summer in Philadelphia.
Traffic is backed up on I-95 North in Philadelphia because of a crash near East Allegheny Avenue.
SEPTA says it's making improvements to the train station in the South Philadelphia Sports Complex.
Fans from Ghana and Croatia keep the festivities going in Philadelphia, with one World Cup match left before the city's monthlong celebration ends.
The New York Mets defeated the Philadelphia Phillies 6-2 on Saturday to stop their seven-game losing streak.
Croatia has earned a spot in the World Cup knockout round by defeating Ghana on Saturday.
The Philadelphia Phillies beat the reeling New York Mets 2-1 on Friday night.
The Toronto Maple Leafs selected Penn State forward Gavin McKenna with the No. 1 NHL draft pick.
There appear to be new clues about the location of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding.
Clive Davis helped shape the careers of music stars including Janis Joplin, Bruce Springsteen and Whitney Houston.
Over 80 costumes by award-winning costume designer Ruth E. Carter are on display at the African American Museum in Philadelphia.
Brazilian fans visiting Philadelphia for the World Cup are avoiding dressing the Rocky statue in their team colors.
"The Sound of America," an original production set to world-premiere July 1 at FringeArts, reimagines Benjamin Franklin's life as a rock-and-roll spectacle.
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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.
After a wet start to the weekend, we keep the muggy conditions around for Sunday, although the temperatures will be a bit warmer. Andrew Kozak has the forecast.
Heavy rain didn't stop the West Powelton Steppers and Drum Squad from celebrating a milestone 35 years in the making Saturday. Eva Andersen reports.
Fans from Ghana and Croatia keep the festivities going in Philadelphia, with one World Cup match left before the city's monthlong celebration comes to an end. Ryan Hughes reports.
For more than 60 years, 92-year-old Harvey Finkle has carried a camera to protests across Philadelphia, documenting everything from anti-war demonstrations to disability rights advocacy. Eva Andersen reports.
Fans of both Ghana and Croatia invade Philadelphia with nothing but party vibes. Ryan Hughes reports.