Ed Rendell joins group planning 250th anniversary in Philadelphia
The former Pennsylvania governor will help raise awareness and ensure an inclusive commemoration for the big birthday celebration in two years.
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The former Pennsylvania governor will help raise awareness and ensure an inclusive commemoration for the big birthday celebration in two years.
Franklin Square is renaming the 185-year-old fountain after former Philadelphia Mayor and Pennslyvania Governor Ed Rendell.
During his time as mayor Rendell would go there to eat lunch.
Former Pennsylvania Governor Ed Rendell is promoting the president's spending plan to shore up the country's infrastructure.
Parkinson's is a disorder that affects the central nervous system.
Former Governor Ed Rendell is throwing his support behind a rising star from the Pittsburgh area in Pennsylvania's race for lieutenant governor.
Chris discussed the special Congressional election in Montana, Jeb Bush photographed getting his shoes shined in an airport and Donald Trump calling on NATO nations to spend more on defense. He spoke with economist Chris Butler on Finance Friday about Mark Zuckerberg's commencement speech recommending universal income at Harvard at 7:00 and to Face the Nation Moderator John Dickerson about the FBI investigation focusing on Jared Kusher 8:20.
State Representative Stan Saylor, chairman of the Appropriations Committee, expects Ed Rendell to answer questions about how the leftover funds were spent.
Chris discussed Press Secretary Sean Spicer's apology for comparing Adolf Hitler to Bashar al-Assad, the end of Philadelphia's mobile parking app and a charter school cancelling class to accommodate the NFL Draft. At 7:20, he spoke with Fox News Correspondent Ed Henry about his new book, 42, on Jackie Robinson and at 8:00 he talked to comedian Jeremy McLellan about his latest piece, 'Bombing the Stage: Comedy as Political Resistance.'
The former Philadelphia mayor and Pennsylvania governor is backing Democratic candidate Joe Khan.
Ed Rendell says presidential electors should be bound to vote for the winners to their states.
Ed Rendell says President-elect Donald Trump should stop sewing mistrust in the electorate by insisting millions of people voted illegally.
Ed Rendell says Hillary Clinton missed her window of opportunity to win the Presidency.
Ed Rendell says Pat Toomey made a mistake not coming out clearly for or against Donald Trump, and it could cost him the Senate election.
Avid Hillary Clinton supporter and actress, Debra Messing will also be a special guest for the event.
Former Pennsylvania Governor Ed Rendell says the legislature should consider classifying SEPTA workers as essential and removing their ability to strike.
Philadelphia Mayor Jim Kenney took to Twitter on Thursday night and used a classic movie reference to take a jab at Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump.
Former Pennsylvania Governor Ed Rendell says he is worried overconfident supporters will not show up for Hillary Clinton on election day because they believe she's already won the election.
Ed Rendell warned Hillary Clinton not to appear smug or over-confident during tonight's final presidential debate.
On today's show, Rich discussed The Pennsylvania House's approval of a bill that would punish local government that classifies themselves as sanctuary cities, Donald Trump's continued insistence that the Presidential Election is rigged, and the Trenton School District paying out $1.7 million in unused vacation days to school administrators. At 4:30pm, former Pennsylvania Governor Ed Rendell joined the show to discuss tomorrow night's final presidential debate.
Ed Rendell thinks Donald Trump's campaign no longer has a chance to win the White House and Republicans should concentrate on saving the Senate.
Ed Rendell defends the use of $10 million in state aid given the Democratic National Convention.
Ed Rendell says the FOP's endorsement of Donald Trump doesn't adversely impact Hillary Clinton's chances in Pennsylvania.
Ed Rendell defended Hillary Clinton's health status but said some of the most effective Presidents were sick while in office.
Ed Rendell assesses the state of the Presidential race heading into Labor Day weekend.
New York City confirmed that an application was filed for an event at MSG, but nothing has been publicly confirmed by Swift or Kelce.
Venezuelans have taken the search for missing loved ones into their own hands, citing a scarcity of government rescuers.
The Philadelphia region will see periods of rain on Saturday, increasing in the afternoon and evening.
Police are looking for a driver accused of intentionally striking an officer with a vehicle in North Philadelphia Friday night, police say.
The Philadelphia Phillies beat the reeling New York Mets 2-1 on Friday night.
New York City confirmed that an application was filed for an event at MSG, but nothing has been publicly confirmed by Swift or Kelce.
Venezuelans have taken the search for missing loved ones into their own hands, citing a scarcity of government rescuers.
The Philadelphia region will see periods of rain on Saturday, increasing in the afternoon and evening.
Police are looking for a driver accused of intentionally striking an officer with a vehicle in North Philadelphia Friday night, police say.
The Philadelphia Phillies beat the reeling New York Mets 2-1 on Friday night.
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.
Violators caught going 11 mph or more over the 25 mph speed limit will be ticketed.
As a massive rescue effort gets underway, Venezuelans in Philadelphia fear for loved ones who have been displaced by two powerful earthquakes in the country.
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.
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.
The Second Round Foundation, founded by Sandra and Jalen Brunson, aims to help provide young people with what they need to thrive in the future.
The U.S. men's team had already clinched its spot in the Round of 32, the knockout round, with its 2-0 win over Australia on Friday.
Bryce Harper hit a go-ahead two-run homer in the ninth inning, Derek Hill followed with a three-run shot as the Phillies rallied from an early five-run deficit and beat the Nationals 10-5 on Thursday night.
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.
As the U.S. Men's National Team gears up for the knockout rounds of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the Over-40 Men's National Team is celebrating the work to win a bronze medal in the 18th Seniors World Cup. Krystle Rich reports.
Saturday, the Mutter Museum is opening a new exhibit showing how Philadelphia has played a role in American medicine the past 250 years.
A police officer was injured in a hit-and-run in North Philadelphia on Friday night, officials say.
Dangerous high temperatures that could feel like 110 degrees are coming to the Philadelphia region next week. Before then, we're tracking showers and isolated thunderstorms this weekend. NEXT Weather Meteorologist Tammie Souza has the latest forecast.
Showers return as the weekend gets started with widespread rain expected across the region through the first half of Saturday. Grant Gilmore has the forecast.