Author Explains The Difference Between A Republican And A Democracy
Author of Our Republican Constitution, Randy Barnett, explains to Chris Stigall the differences between a republican and a democracy.
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Author of Our Republican Constitution, Randy Barnett, explains to Chris Stigall the differences between a republican and a democracy.
It was on this date, 239 years ago, that residents of the colonies heard the first public reading of the Declaration of Independence, bringing the high-stakes rebellion into the spotlight.
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A reënactor portraying Col. John Nixon read the words of the Declaration of Independence to hundreds assembled in Independence Park, behind Independence Hall.
The annual tradition involving one of the most enduring symbols of this country's freedom took place Friday.
In the midst of celebrations in Philadelphia, we caught up with "Thomas Jefferson" (Steve Edenbo, in full character) at the National Constitution Center.
Chris Stigall spoke with former Pennsylvania Senator Rick Santorum on Talk Radio 1210 WPHT about a variety of topics in advance of the Fourth of July.
In celebration of Independence Day, several cities across the nation are hosting fun-filled activities by day and then concluding with spectacular pyrotechnic shows that can be viewed from miles away. Here are five of the best places in America to celebrate the Fourth of July
The early colonial settlements along the Eastern seaboard, including Boston, Charleston, New York, Philadelphia and Washington, DC, are among the best places for an historic vacation in the US.
Chris discusses the possibility of a Hillary Clinton presidential run, Al-Jazeera's controversial coverage of Egypt, and Bon Jovi's donation of $1 million to the Hurricane Sandy Relief Fund. He also talks to Dick Yuengling, from the Yuengling Brewery, about this Friday's shore stop in Brigantine.
Chris reviews yesterday's 4th of July festivities in Philadelphia and the continuing political strife in Egypt. He also talks to Steve Cordasco on Finance Friday, CBS 3's Beasley Reece, and Comedian Kevin Nealon, who will be performing at Helium Comedy Club this weekend.
Descendants of signers of the Declaration of Independence participated in the annual ceremonial Independence Day bell tapping ceremony at the Liberty Bell on Thursday.
Valley Forge National Park will celebrate the Fourth of July on Thursday by displaying a true copy of the Declaration of Independence, one of only two known to exist.
There's a lot of Philadelphia in the new design, from Ben Franklin to Independence Hall, the Declaration of Independence, and the Liberty Bell. But it's really all about thwarting counterfeiters.
This collection of signatures of all 56 signers of the Declaration of Independence heads to auction on December 15th.
A rousing ceremony at Independence Mall kicked off Philadelphia's activities to mark this 4th of July in America's birthplace.
During Fonthill Castle's Old-Fashioned 4th of July Celebration, people were able to get a glimpse of one of only two known authentic copies of the Declaration of Independence.
4th of July means barbeques and fireworks. But it's also arguably the most important day in our country's history. Learn why.
Philadelphia is more than just the City of Brotherly Love, it's the birthplace of our nation. If you only have a day or two to take in the city's sites, these five stops need to be on your itinerary.
Seale says the Black Panther principals are relevant today. In fact, he says Occupy Wall Street protesters cite many of the same demands the panthers set forth more than four decades ago:.
The Pennsylvania Historical Society has unveiled an historical marker in front of 221 Market Street to commemorate the original volunteer firefighters in the city of Philadelphia.
Hundreds gathered at noon in Independence Square, at the same place and time where Colonel John Nixon first read the Declaration of Independence 235 years ago.
Steve Frank, historian at the National Constitution Center, says it was no mistake that the events of the Revolutionary War were intimately tied to Philadelphia.
A suburban Philadelphia collector believes he has a rare copy of the Declaration of Independence made through a 19th Century printing process that damaged the original.
Standing proudly with their right hands in the air, men and women from 20 countries, including Liberia, Ukraine, India and Mexico, took the oath of citizenship pledging allegiance to the United States of America.
Kids in eligible zip codes in Philadelphia receive free books every month through Dolly Parton's Imagination Library.
Dolly Parton became an icon over her six-decade career as a Grammy-winning singer-songwriter, movie and TV star and theme park owner who donated millions to help others.
Canadian government officials said they are also providing aid for workers and businesses that could be hurt by U.S.-imposed tariffs.
Authorities are searching for the person who illegally dumped hundreds of tires in Philadelphia's Fairmount Park.
Pennsylvania has recorded its first two deaths connected to measles in 35 years.
Kids in eligible zip codes in Philadelphia receive free books every month through Dolly Parton's Imagination Library.
The search has ended for a Burlington County, New Jersey, woman who saved a young girl's life on Monday afternoon.
Authorities are searching for the person who illegally dumped hundreds of tires in Philadelphia's Fairmount Park.
Pennsylvania has recorded its first two deaths connected to measles in 35 years.
Dolly Parton became an icon over her six-decade career as a Grammy-winning singer-songwriter, movie and TV star and theme park owner who donated millions to help others.
Kids in eligible zip codes in Philadelphia receive free books every month through Dolly Parton's Imagination Library.
Authorities are searching for the person who illegally dumped hundreds of tires in Philadelphia's Fairmount Park.
Pennsylvania has recorded its first two deaths connected to measles in 35 years.
Rising diesel costs are straining school districts, including Delaware County's William Penn School District, forcing some to cut bus routes and explore alternative fuels.
Tuesday will be another beautiful day in the Philadelphia region with sunshine, low humidity and highs near 82 degrees.
Tuesday will be another beautiful day in the Philadelphia region with sunshine, low humidity and highs near 82 degrees.
The search has ended for a Burlington County, New Jersey, woman who saved a young girl's life Monday afternoon.
Spectacular start to the work week with low humidity, bright sunshine, and comfortable highs in the low 80s.
For some South Jersey residents, their next Amazon haul may arrive from the sky as the delivery giant plans to begin drone deliveries in mid-October.
Now that a round of morning storms has moved out, it will be mostly sunny, and the humidity will slowly fall.
Tuesday will be another beautiful day in the Philadelphia region with sunshine, low humidity and highs near 82 degrees.
A man was arrested after allegedly crashing his car into a pub in Newark, Delaware, while allegedly driving drunk earlier this month, police said.
Spectacular start to the work week with low humidity, bright sunshine, and comfortable highs in the low 80s.
Now that a round of morning storms has moved out, it will be mostly sunny, and the humidity will slowly fall.
The Philadelphia area can expect rain on Saturday, but nicer weather is on the way next week.
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.
Parents should start preparing their children now to adjust to a school schedule, according to one sleep expert.
A Chester County teenager is getting ready to go back to school after recovering from a special kind of brain surgery.
An experimental treatment being tested in Philadelphia could offer new hope for people with ALS.
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
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.
An overturned tractor trailer blocked traffic on the southbound lanes of Route 55 after a crash early Monday morning in Gloucester County, New Jersey.
Powered by three Cal Raleigh homers, the Seattle Mariners snapped Philadelphia's season-best nine-game winning streak Monday night.
While East Side's Little League World Series run ended Monday, the West Chester community says the kids "already won."
Kyle Schwarber's MLB-leading 39th homer of the season was a two-run moonshot to lift Phillies from a four-run deficit and beat the St. Louis Cardinals Sunday.
Patriots' backup quarterback Tommy DeVito tossed a 69-yard touchdown pass to Kyle Williams and New England beat Philadelphia 24-21 in a preseason game.
West Chester's East Side Little League team lost its first game in Williamsport but will get another chance to play.
Kids in eligible zip codes in Philadelphia receive free books every month through Dolly Parton's Imagination Library.
Dolly Parton became an icon over her six-decade career as a Grammy-winning singer-songwriter, movie and TV star and theme park owner who donated millions to help others.
Hayden Panettiere, who starred in "Remember the Titans" as a child actor and rose to fame in the series "Heroes," has died at the age of 36. The coroner's office says she was found in cardiac arrest.
Emily Mello is joining Mural Arts Philadelphia and will replace Jane Golden, who is leaving after more than 40 years with the organization.
The Philadelphia theater program created for Black girls returns with an original production exploring identity, immigration and the stories often left untold.
Ukee Washington reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Ukee Washington reports.
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.
Tuesday will be a comfortable night in the Philadelphia region, and Wednesday is expected to be another beautiful day. But rain is on its way by the end of the week. CBS News Philadelphia Chief Meteorologist Bill Kelly has your Tuesday night weather forecast and what's next.
Interactive exhibits and some artifacts dating back more than 100 years help detail the conception and transformation of the oldest black congregation in Delaware.
Three months after a CBS News Philadelphia investigation found that a veteran banner program honoring local heroes didn’t include any people of color, nothing has changed. Now, one councilmember is calling for action.
Bats are turning up in unexpected places across Delaware County, including homes and offices, as young bats learn to fly. CBS News Philadelphia's Madeleine Wright reports.
A Florida man is facing charges after police say he and another man targeted electronic benefit transfer, or EBT, accounts at a supermarket in Bristol, Pennsylvania, using card-skimming devices designed to steal customers' information.