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Rich discussed Jeb Bush not choosing between Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton, Putin's admiration for Putin, and Glenn Beck's critique of Donald Trump. He also discussed recess in New Jersey, Jim Kenney on the Temple stadium and the upcoming Democratic Debate.
Former New Jersey Governor Christie Whitman stands by her comparison of Donald Trump to Hitler and Mussolini.
Rich discussed Paul Ryan's passing of the Omnibus Bill, Star Wars and out of state liquor laws. He spoke with Dr. Mazz during Ask The Doctor at 4pm. He also spoke with NY Post Critic Columnist Kyle Smith about Star Wars at 4:50pm.
Pennsylvania Senator Pat Toomey says Texas Senator and Republican presidential candidate was wrong to vote to roll back the phone metadata collected by the NSA.
Chris discussed Donald Trump's appearance on Jimmy Kimmel's show, Secretary of Defense Ash Carter's revelation that he used his private email account to conduct government business and a protest against UberX and Lyft by Philadelphia taxi drivers. He talked with Rich Cromwell from the Federalist at 7:20 about the worst Christmas songs and Senator Pat Toomey at 8:20 about the latest budget compromise coming out of the House of Representatives.
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.
In a presidential race reshaped by national security fears, Senators Ted Cruz and Marco Rubio clashed over U.S. military intervention, government spying on Americans' communications and immigration Tuesday night, as front-runner Donald Trump defended his provocative call for banning Muslims from the United States.
Rich discussed the influence conservative radio host have when electing a president, LA closing public schools and privacy rights of immigrants. He also discussed the Republican debate, vetting immigrants using social media and more. Rich spoke with Jason Riley regarding Scalia's comments at 3:30pm and Steve Cordasco regarding interest rates at 5pm.
Making the list is Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders saying how "sick and tired" the American people are of hearing about the emails of Hillary Clinton, his rival in the Democratic presidential race.
Texas Senator Ted Cruz enters Tuesday's Republican presidential debate with a burst of momentum, a robust campaign infrastructure, and a target on his back.
Rich discussed the feud between Trump and Cruz, a middle school student reprimanded due to Star Wars shirt and the CNN Republican debate. He also discussed children being featured in political ads, Donald Trump's doctor and SNL's downward spiral. Rich spoke with Actor Steve Schirripa about Blue Bloods at 4:50pm. At 5:30pm, Rich spoke with Glen Macnow regarding Pete Rose.
The media seems to be fixated on GOP hopeful Donald Trump. According to the Tyndall Report, he's received more news coverage than all of the other candidates. But why?
Nine Republicans hopefuls meet Tuesday in the next prime-time presidential debate, with a familiar slate of candidates looking to wrangle over what to do about the threat of terrorism and who has the right temperament and judgment to lead the nation.
Rich discussed Trump's name being removed from a building in New Jersey, the name change of Byrd stadium and why a popular toy is being banned. He also discussed Hillary supporters supporting Sharia Law, Trump's thoughts on cop killers and Ted Cruz's Tweet about Donald Trump.
Party chairman Rob Gleason said it put Pennsylvania Republicans in the middle of the national stage.
Rich discussed the growing feud between Donald Trump and Mayor Nutter, the Golden Globe Awards and Don Lemon's interview with Donald Trump. Rich spoke with Dr. Mazz at 4pm during the Ask the Doctor segment. He also spoke with Greg Gutfeld about the Presidential race, Global Warming and his new book at 4:30pm. Rich spoke Prof. Ting at 5pm regarding Donald Trump's immigration plan.
In the wake of those attacks, Zuckerberg wrote on his personal Facebook page Wednesday that he wants to assure Muslims they are welcome on Facebook.
Donald Trump has responded to Mayor Nutter's comments about banning him from the city of Philadelphia and referring to him as an expletive.
Rich discussed Donald Trump being compared to Adolf Hitler, Donald Trump calling Mayor Nutter a 'low life' and the hunting nun. He also discussed the latest news regarding the Benghazi emails, Barbara Walters asking Trump if he is a bigot and college students demand the renaming of a building. Rich spoke with Mark Krikorian, the executive director of the Center for Immigration Studies, regarding his latest article at 4pm.
David Taylor of Pennsylvania Manufacturer's Association explains the numerous reasons they are boycotting Donald Trump's address to the Pennsylvania Society in New York.
National Review's David French says Donald Trump deserves credit for raising the issue of Islamic terrorism and claims the Middle East continues to be a breeding ground for future attacks.
Chris discusses Donald Trump's hold over the media after his call to ban Muslims from coming to the US, reaction to Trump from numerous pundits and politicians and German Chancellor Angela Merkel winning Time Magazine's Person of the Year. He also talked with Tom McGrath from Philadelphia Magazine at 8:00 about the Eagles and David French from National Review at 8:20 about Donald Trump.
The police department meanwhile hopes to enhance security video that shows someone throwing the animal's head out the passenger door of a red pickup truck, Commissioner Charles Ramsey said Tuesday.
Middle school students lit up the Philadelphia skyline Friday night with video games they designed themselves.
The Philadelphia area is under a NEXT Weather Alert because severe storms are possible on Saturday evening.
The Phillies lost to the Rockies 9-7 in 11 innings Friday in South Philadelphia.
Jalen Brunson scored 33 points and sealed the game with big buckets late, leading New York to a win over the Philadelphia 76ers.
Carlos Della Valle is home with his family in Chester County after 258 days in Immigration and Customs Enforcement custody.
Middle school students lit up the Philadelphia skyline Friday night with video games they designed themselves.
The Philadelphia area is under a NEXT Weather Alert because severe storms are possible on Saturday evening.
The Phillies lost to the Rockies 9-7 in 11 innings Friday in South Philadelphia.
Jalen Brunson scored 33 points and sealed the game with big buckets late, leading New York to a win over the Philadelphia 76ers.
Carlos Della Valle is home with his family in Chester County after 258 days in Immigration and Customs Enforcement custody.
Middle school students lit up the Philadelphia skyline Friday night with video games they designed themselves.
Jalen Brunson scored 33 points and sealed the game with big buckets late, leading New York to a win over the Philadelphia 76ers.
Carlos Della Valle is home with his family in Chester County after 258 days in Immigration and Customs Enforcement custody.
Zayla Dutton and her mom, Jasmine Worrell, are getting ready to graduate from college together.
Chefs are busy getting ready to serve thousands of spectators at Aronimink Golf Club during the PGA Championship.
A child died after being hit by a school bus in Greenwich Township, New Jersey, Friday afternoon, police said.
Resistance to data centers has been building over concerns about power and water usage, as well as neighborhood character.
Two New Jersey residents were potentially exposed to a person infected with hantavirus, according to health officials.
The largest collegiate regatta in the United States is back again on the Cooper River in Camden County, New Jersey.
A serious crash in Hainesport, New Jersey, forced Route 38 to close Thursday night.
A New Castle County, Delaware, refinery is starting repairs that could increase its sulfur dioxide emissions levels past permitted limits.
At 108 years old, Susan Young Browne still exercises, drives and visits the Dover, Delaware, senior center she's been a member of for more than 50 years.
Delaware State University students are taking off from Chandelle Airport in Dover as they work to become future Army aviators.
Crews were called out to the 2000 block of North Harrison Street for a reported blaze at a three-story building.
Jimmie Hayes was arrested in connection with at least nine burglaries at businesses in Wilmington, Delaware, police said.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has activated its 24/7 emergency center in Atlanta to monitor the recent deadly hantavirus outbreak onboard the MV Hondius.
Two New Jersey residents were potentially exposed to a person infected with hantavirus, according to health officials.
Philadelphia church leaders are encouraging Black women to participate in a groundbreaking health study.
A Bensalem family visited the team at Jefferson Abington Hospital to say thank you after a long NICU stay.
The rare genetic disorder neurofibromatosis, or NF, affects about 1 in every 3,000 people and causes tumors to grow along nerves throughout the body.
If you dine out in Philadelphia during the 2026 FIFA World Cup events, you could end up paying more.
Bimbo Bakeries USA employs over 20,000 people and has been headquartered in Horsham, Pennsylvania, for the past 17 years.
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Gas prices are climbing, putting a strain on the transportation industry and its workers in the Philadelphia area.
FIFA officials have canceled hundreds of hotel rooms in Philadelphia previously booked for this summer.
A serious crash in Hainesport, New Jersey, forced Route 38 to close Thursday night.
The ramp from Front Street to northbound I-95 and the ramp from southbound I-95 to Front Street will reopen the afternoon of May 8 until the morning of May 11.
Breeze Airways launched its first flights out of Atlantic City International Airport just days after Spirit Airlines shut down suddenly.
The sudden shutdown of Spirit Airlines is having an outsized impact on Atlantic City International Airport, where the budget carrier accounted for about 75% of all flights.
The former Greyhound Bus Terminal, now called the Philadelphia Parking Authority Transportation Center, has reopened after undergoing a major renovation project.
The Phillies lost to the Rockies 9-7 in 11 innings Friday in South Philadelphia.
Jalen Brunson scored 33 points and sealed the game with big buckets late, leading New York to a win over the Philadelphia 76ers.
Joel Embiid will return to the lineup for Game 3 of the Eastern Conference semifinals vs. the New York Knicks Friday in Philadelphia.
The Sixers say 500 tickets for each game at Xfinity Mobile Arena in their second-round series will go to Philadelphia area fans.
The largest collegiate regatta in the United States is back again on the Cooper River in Camden County, New Jersey.
Uzo Aduba and Darren Criss announced the 2026 Tony nominees for select categories on "CBS Mornings" on Tuesday.
If you dine out in Philadelphia during the 2026 FIFA World Cup events, you could end up paying more.
Call Your Mother, a Washington D.C. based bagel and deli chain, now has the keys to Metropolitan's Rittenhouse Square location.
The Philadelphia Museum of Art is embracing a statue it once kept at arm's length.
The "Dog Days Are Over" for the Flyers, but their return to the playoffs comes at the cost of the Florence + the Machine concert.
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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.
A man and a woman were shot in the Oxford Circle section of Northeast Philadelphia Friday night, police say. The shooting followed a fight at a Wawa involving juveniles, according to Philadelphia police.
Middle school students got to see their video games come to life in a huge way Friday night when they were projected as fully playable games on the Cira Centre skyscraper in Philadelphia.
The Philadelphia area can expect showers on Saturday, and severe storms are possible. Chief Meteorologist Bill Kelly has the NEXT Weather forecast for the weekend and beyond.
Sixers fans were disappointed as they left Xfinity Mobile Arena in South Philadelphia Friday night after the team's third straight loss to the New York Knicks in the Eastern Conference semifinals.
Lauren Morris, who won the 2025 Trudy Haynes Scholarship from CBS News Philadelphia, spoke at her graduation from Temple University's Klein College of Media and Communication on Friday. She plans to pursue a career in journalism.