Edward Snowden Speaks At Philly Library Via CCTV From Russia
A special guest visited the Parkway Central Library in Philadelphia Monday night via closed-circuit television.
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A special guest visited the Parkway Central Library in Philadelphia Monday night via closed-circuit television.
Snowden said he envisions it as a protection for journalists and human rights workers.
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.
Edward Snowden's name has become synonymous with the push toward privacy, ever since he started leaking classified details of government mass surveillance programs two years ago. And now he's dispensing some advice on how best to safeguard your communications.
Perino told Rich Zeoli on Talk Radio 1210 WPHT surveillance programs are essential to winning the war on terror.
The photo reveals Gordon-Levitt dressed in Army fatigues, not looking much like the Snowden most of America pictures.
Internet denizens are taking a stand against suspicionless surveillance.
The little search engine from Chester County that could' has really come into its own: DuckDuckGo hit a billion searches last year in the fallout from NSA leaker Edward Snowden's revelations.
The latest revelations from NSA leaker Edward Snowden show that government spies have an eye on smartphone and tablet apps.
Chris discusses President Obama's relationship with Russian President Vladimir Putin, the programming biases at MSNBC, and the latest details in the Center City building collapse.He also talks to Pennsylvania's Lt. Governor Jim Cawley and comedian Steve Byrne.
The top-secret US agency says 300 terrorists have been taken down over the past five years using information from the program, called XKeyscore.
Chris assesses yesterday's rulings by the Supreme Court on gay marriage, the murder charges against former New England Patriots player Aaron Hernandez, and an ad opposing privatization of Pennsylvania's state owned liquor stores produced by the United Food and Commercial Workers Union. He also talks to Lyle Denniston from the National Constitution Center, John Hayward from Human Events, New Jersey Senate Candidate Steve Lonegan, and Comedian Chris Hardwick.
Chris reviews his Alaskan cruise, New Jersey Governor Chris Christie's decision to lower the flags yesterday to honor actor James Gandolfini, and the Obama administration's efforts to apprehend Edward Snowden. He also talks to Dick Yuengling, from the Yuengling Brewery.
Seth Williams announced Monday that he will convene an investigating grand jury to look into the center city building collapse. U.S. officials are in the process of filing charges against NSA leaker Edward Snowden. Publisher and editor of the Germantown Chronicle, Jim Foster holds Mayor Nutter accountable for the Center City building collapse in his article "Mayor and Admin at Fault". New Jersey state senate may allow police officers to confiscate the cell phones of drivers involved in accidents. Tim Butler of the Psychedelic Furs joins Chris and Paige to talk Awesome Fests.
FBI agents on Monday visited the home of a man whose son has identified himself as the source of leaks about top-secret U.S. surveillance programs.
Philadelphia police have released a photo of a suspect wanted in connection with a shooting on a SEPTA bus in North Philly that critically injured a teen.
The mural, "Luminaries: The Coronation," celebrates the school's 177th anniversary with one legendary alumni: Jilly from Philly.
The northern lights were visible across the Philadelphia region on as plenty of residents snapped photos of the historic event.
Philadelphia's own R&B and Soul group The Stylistics return to Carnegie Hall in New York this Friday after their first performance more than 50 years ago.
More than 2.8 million homes and businesses have no power after Hurricane Milton hit Florida hard.
The northern lights were visible across the Philadelphia region on as plenty of residents snapped photos of the historic event.
The driver accused of fatally striking 14-year-old Dawn Watson in a West Philadelphia hit-and-run last month has been arrested.
A person driving a stolen vehicle died after crashing the car during a police chase in Tinicum Township, Delaware County, on Thursday, police said.
Philadelphia police have released a photo of a suspect wanted in connection with a shooting on a SEPTA bus in North Philly that critically injured a teen.
The mural, "Luminaries: The Coronation," celebrates the school's 177th anniversary with one legendary alumni: Jilly from Philly.
A Philadelphia teenager has overcome mental health issues and created a clothing brand that spreads a positive message.
The driver accused of fatally striking 14-year-old Dawn Watson in a West Philadelphia hit-and-run last month has been arrested.
Sixers legend Allen Iverson, former Eagles quarterback Michael Vick, artists Beanie Sigel, Jadakiss and Killer Mike are part of a voter event.
The Pennsylvania Game Commission said three Chester County men face 71 charges after poaching dozens of trophy bucks in Chester and Delaware counties.
A fire at the Andalusia Bar and Grill near Woodhaven Road in Bensalem, Pennsylvania began spreading to other businesses and shut down part of Bristol Pike.
New Jersey leaders are proposing new rules to raise houses at risk of flooding but are being met by opposition fearing it will be too costly.
Atlantic City Mayor Marty Small and his wife La'Quetta pleaded not guilty Thursday to charges of physical abuse.
New Jersey leaders gave one of the Sixers' owners a tour of the site they hope to lure the team to Camden with a new arena.
The Delaware National Guard and New Jersey National Guard activated nearly 200 service members and dozens of vehicles to help with Florida's Hurricane Milton response.
Law enforcement officials in New Jersey are trying to identify a baby whose body was found in a dumpster in 1986.
Police say a school bus driver abandoned about 10 Newark Charter School students at a wrong stop in Delaware.
The Delaware National Guard and New Jersey National Guard activated nearly 200 service members and dozens of vehicles to help with Florida's Hurricane Milton response.
Ticketmaster is claiming some of its customers' digital tickets are being stolen through email scams. Here's what they told CBS News Philadelphia after we reached out.
Dockworkers began picketing at the Port of Philadelphia Tuesday after the International Longshoremen's Association announced the union would go on strike.
It's officially spooky season! Check out our list of haunted houses in the Philadelphia area. Happy haunting.
A Philadelphia teenager has overcome mental health issues and created a clothing brand that spreads a positive message.
Fisher-Price is offering $25 to product owners who remove and destroy swing parts that increase risk of suffocation.
CHOP has now performed 32 conjoined twin separations, the most of any hospital in North America.
"The Office" actress Jenna Fischer on Tuesday revealed that she was diagnosed with breast cancer last year but is now cancer-free after receiving treatment.
Bringing Hope Home recently marked a major milestone in their mission: Since 2008, the Malvern, Pennsylvania-based nonprofit has supported more than 10,000 families.
New Jersey-based Spirit Halloween is opening 10 new Christmas-themed stores, with the first opening its doors in October.
Volunteers in Havertown launched a grassroots effort to help those affected by collecting donations to send to survivors in North Carolina.
The parent company of Philadelphia's Chart House says construction in the area "cut off visibility and access for our customers."
Delco Original Trading Company in Broomall is seeing an uptick in business as fans stock up on new merch ahead of the Phillies' first playoff game this Saturday.
Grocers in Pennsylvania and New Jersey say the dockworker strike could affect the supply chain and cause prices to rise.
A police chase led to a crash on I-95 near Academy Road in Northeast Philadelphia Wednesday afternoon.
Philadelphia officials presented a plan for protected bike lanes to a Center City residents' organization on Tuesday.
Work is nearly complete on an extension of the Schuylkill River Trail, which will connect its original ending point at Christian Street to the Grays Ferry Crescent.
Philadelphia International Airport was busy Monday, and many travelers were seeking refuge from Hurricane Milton.
Representatives from the New Jersey Department of Transportation discussed long and short-term solutions for what they call one of the most dangerous stretches in Collingswood.
A high school football game between Coatesville and Downingtown East was canceled after a school bus was struck by gunfire.
The Philadelphia Phillies ended a third straight October without a World Series championship. So where do they go next?
Cooper DeJean appears ready for a bigger role as the Philadelphia Eagles' starting nickel cornerback against the Cleveland Browns.
Sixers legend Allen Iverson, former Eagles quarterback Michael Vick, artists Beanie Sigel, Jadakiss and Killer Mike are part of a voter event.
Rafael Nadal won 22 Grand Slam singles titles during an unprecedented era he shared with his rivals in the so-called Big Three, Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic.
The mural, "Luminaries: The Coronation," celebrates the school's 177th anniversary with one legendary alumni: Jilly from Philly.
Philadelphia's own R&B and Soul group The Stylistics return to Carnegie Hall in New York this Friday after their first performance more than 50 years ago.
A judge in New York has set a 2025 trial date for rapper Sean "Diddy" Combs, who was arrested for sex trafficking, racketeering and conspiracy.
The 2024-2025 prime-time programming lineup of CBS Originals features three new dramas, two new comedies, a reimagined classic game show, special event programming and much more.
Beat the Bomb is a game where groups work together on challenges to avoid getting blasted with paint and slime.
Ukee Washington reports.
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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.
Robert F. Kennedy's widow, Ethel Kennedy, has died. The long-time human rights advocate suffered a stroke last week. She and RFK married in 1950. Ethel Kennedy founded the Robert F. Kennedy Center for Justice and Human Rights. Ethel Kennedy was 96 years old with nine children, 34 grandkids and 24 great-grandkids.
The mayor of Atlantic City and his wife pleaded not guilty to charges of physically and emotionally abusing their teenage daughter. Mayor Marty Small and his wife, La'Quetta Small were in court on Thursday after being charged in April with endangering the welfare of a child. Marty Small said last month he has no plans of resigning as mayor.
The long-running CBS series "NCIS" returns for its season 22 premiere. The premiere picks up months after last year's finale where special agent Jessica Knight accepted a job across the country in California. Actress Katrina Law plays Agent Knight and has our preview. Catch the season 22 premiere of NCIS on Monday, Oct. 14 at 8 p.m. on CBS Philadelphia.
Philly native and Grammy award winner Jill Scott was honored with a mural dedication at her alumni Girls’ High School’s 177th anniversary on Thursday. Josh Sanders reports.
Bill Kelly has your NEXT Weather forecast as temperatures continue to drop across the Philadelphia region.