Fidel Castro Laid To Rest In Private Funeral
Castro's ashes were interred in the city's Santa Ifigenia Cemetery where Jose Marti, the Cuban revolutionary leader from the 19th century, is buried.
Castro's ashes were interred in the city's Santa Ifigenia Cemetery where Jose Marti, the Cuban revolutionary leader from the 19th century, is buried.
On today's show, Rich discussed Jill Stein's efforts to force a recount in key swing states, Fidel Castro's death, and whether or not Donald Trump should pick Mitt Romney to be his Secretary of State.
"He is a father who like my father, I wanted to show him everything I achieved, that he would be proud of me."
Chris discussed his Thanksgiving, the death of Fidel Castro and Mitt Romney's chances of being Secretary of State. He also discussed the passing of Florence Henderson, Kellyanne Conway's plea to Donald Trump on national television and more. At 7:00, Chris spoke with Michael Bronstein and Colin Hanna on the Monday Morning Matchup about Donald Trump's appointment choices, the death of Fidel Castro and more. He also spoke with Ike Reese from WIP about preparing for Monday Night Football and the Eagles upcoming game against Green Bay at 8:00.
Reaction to the death of former Cuban dictator Fidel Castro is diverse. World leaders are offering official messages of sympathy, but that sentiment is not shared among many people who used to call the island nation home.
While the nation of Cuba is mourning the death of its former leader, Fidel Castro, parts of the United States are celebrating his passing, including right here in Philadelphia.
Former Cuban leader Fidel Castro died at the age of 90 on Friday.
Fidel Castro dies at the age of 90 on Friday.
Former Cuban leader Fidel Castro has died at age 90, Cuban state media has reported.
On today's show, Rich discussed Obama's visit to Cuba, Donald Trump's accusation that Raul Castro snubbed President Obama by not greeting him at the airport upon his arrival, what exactly makes a politician part of the establishment, and a NJ brawl featuring a mall Easter Bunny. At 5:20pm Rich talked to Reagan Biographer, Craig Shirley, about his latest book "Last Act: The Final Years and Emerging Legacy of Ronald Reagan."
Ted Cruz's father says America has lost its way and compare President Obama to Fidel Castro.
But the visit almost didn't happen.
Councilwoman Jannie Blackwell was happy to bring the proposal before City Council, saying, "It's because it's such a candid book. Howard Zinn is a person who has been a civil rights fighter during his whole adult life."
Anyone who doesn't understand the magnitude of Ozzie Guillen's mistake, needs to take a closer look.
Ozzie Guillen won't be the first sports figure to let his mouth get in the way of his performance. Many are remembered best not for their play on the field, but for the things they said.
Chris discusses Rick Santorum's decision to drop out of the Republican Presidential Primary and analyzes the repercussions with John Hayward of Human Events. He debates the suspension given to Miami Marlins Manager Ozzie Guillen for professing his love for Fidel Castro and also talks to Todd Zolecki from MLB.com and Tom McGrath, the Editor of Philadelphia Magazine.
Chris talks to Senator Pat Toomey about the Jobs Act and the Republican Presidential Primary. He investigates the hierarchy of grocery stores, asks who is to blame to the deadly fire in Kensington and laments the Phillies slow start and stagnant offense.
People revolting in the streets in Libya, Egypt and Tunisia seemed unlikely to many just a few months ago, but their success is spawning new questions about the stability other oppressive regimes.
Stormy Daniels was called to the stand to testify at former President Donald Trump's trial in New York on Tuesday.
Video shows people breaking into the Queen May jewelry store on the Washington Street Mall in Cape May, New Jersey, getting away with Gucci, Louis Vuitton and Chanel handbags.
Dog owners in the Lehigh Valley are urged to use caution after a hiker found a supply of dog treats stuffed with fish hooks on the Appalachian Trail.
Tuesday starts with fog and clouds before a sunny day - with a chance of thunderstorms early Wednesday morning.
Part of the New Jersey Turnpike Southbound is blocked Tuesday due to a crash involving a tractor-trailer.
Stormy Daniels was called to the stand to testify at former President Donald Trump's trial in New York on Tuesday.
Kensington Avenue will be shut down from East Orleans Street to Allegheny Avenue on Wednesday as city workers clear an encampment of people in the neighborhood's main corridor.
A 10-year-old boy is dead after he was struck by a teen driver whose car ran off the road in Wilmington, Delaware.
Video shows people breaking into the Queen May jewelry store on the Washington Street Mall in Cape May, New Jersey, getting away with Gucci, Louis Vuitton and Chanel handbags.
Dog owners in the Lehigh Valley are urged to use caution after a hiker found a supply of dog treats stuffed with fish hooks on the Appalachian Trail.
Dog owners in the Lehigh Valley are urged to use caution after a hiker found a supply of dog treats stuffed with fish hooks on the Appalachian Trail.
Tuesday starts with fog and clouds before a sunny day - with a chance of thunderstorms early Wednesday morning.
One of South Philadelphia's iconic cheesesteak shops is preparing for a grand reopening this week.
The high-tech lab allows students to help police solve crimes in Delaware County, Pennsylvania.
An iconic local jeweler is under new management as the owners turned over the business Monday to several longtime employees for free.
Video shows people breaking into the Queen May jewelry store on the Washington Street Mall in Cape May, New Jersey, getting away with Gucci, Louis Vuitton and Chanel handbags.
Tuesday starts with fog and clouds before a sunny day - with a chance of thunderstorms early Wednesday morning.
Part of the New Jersey Turnpike Southbound is blocked Tuesday due to a crash involving a tractor-trailer.
An iconic local jeweler is under new management as the owners turned over the business Monday to several longtime employees for free.
Mike Kleidermacher, who survived the Holocaust as a child, served as the keynote speaker at the Sara and Sam Schoffer Holocaust Resource Center at Stockton University.
Tuesday starts with fog and clouds before a sunny day - with a chance of thunderstorms early Wednesday morning.
A 10-year-old boy is dead after he was struck by a teen driver whose car ran off the road in Wilmington, Delaware.
Police in Dover, Delaware, said two men were arrested for the murder of 18-year-old Camay Mitchell De Silva on Delaware State University's campus in April.
Philadelphia will see (but not very far) a foggy start to the week Monday. Kate Bilo tracks when the fog clears out and when Philly gets more rain.
A whale washed up along the beach in Delaware near the Indian River Inlet on Sunday, the Marine Education, Research and Rehabilitation Institute said.
Recall includes yogurt pretzels and other confections sold by retailers such as Dollar General, HyVee, Target and Walmart.
A first-of-its-kind genetic treatment at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia is restoring and improving vision.
The Texas dairy worker infected by H5N1 "did not disclose the name of their workplace," frustrating investigators.
A local teen is leading the charge of over a hundred young people having their hearts checked in Flourtown to honor her sister's memory.
After experiencing female athlete triad herself, medical student Hanna Blankemeier is working to raise awareness.
An iconic local jeweler is under new management as the owners turned over the business Monday to several longtime employees for free.
California is partnering with a New Jersey-based pharmaceutical company to purchase a generic version of Narcan, the most well-known version of naloxone that can save a person's life during an opioid overdose.
Regulators have closed Republic First Bank's 32 branches in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and New York and they will be taken over by Fulton Bank.
For the second time in a month, Aramark union workers will go on strike, this time during Game 3 of the Philadelphia 76ers-New York Knicks playoff series at the Wells Fargo Center.
From a new Taylor Swift to an exclusive Pearl Jam "Dark Matter" vinyl, Record Store Day 2024 will be a big one for record stores in the Philadelphia area and worldwide.
Part of the New Jersey Turnpike Southbound is blocked Tuesday due to a crash involving a tractor-trailer.
The 45th Annual Broad Street Run happens Sunday, May 5. Here's how to get there and where to park.
A tractor-trailer truck got stuck under an Amtrak bridge on Route 420 in Prospect Park, Pennsylvania on Friday morning.
A driver and passenger on Route 202 were killed after their vehicle crossed into oncoming traffic and struck a car-carrier truck in North Wales, Pennsylvania on Monday, according to police.
Starting Monday, the city of Philadelphia is cracking down on drivers who park on streets in the 14 neighborhoods being cleaned as part of the Mechanical Street Cleaning program.
After getting bounced by the New York Knicks in round one, it's now onto the future for Daryl Morey and the Philadelphia 76ers.
Bryce Harper hit a three-run homer and Zack Wheeler struck out 11 in seven innings to help the Philadelphia Phillies complete a four-game sweep of the San Francisco Giants with a 6-1 win.
Tom Brady took his share of barbs from comedians, former teammates and his longtime coach during a made-for-streaming comedy live event on Netflix -- but one joke seemed to anger him.
Bryce Harper launched a three-run homer, Alec Bohm extended his hitting streak to 18 games and the Philadelphia Phillies defeated the San Francisco Giants 5-4 for their fifth straight victory.
Ranger Suárez pitched six strong innings, Whit Merrifield homered and the streaking Philadelphia Phillies routed the San Francisco Giants 14-3 on Saturday night.
The stars came out for the the 2024 Met Gala in New York City. See some of the most eye-catching outfits of the night.
Kendrick Lamar and Drake have each released several ruthless diss tracks against each other, with Kendrick alleging Drake has a secret daughter and making other disturbing accusations.
'Bob Hearts Abishola', the acclaimed comedy, is signing off after its fifth season on CBS.
Tom Brady took his share of barbs from comedians, former teammates and his longtime coach during a made-for-streaming comedy live event on Netflix -- but one joke seemed to anger him.
Bernard Hill died Sunday at 79. The actor was known for his roles in "Lord of the Rings" and "Titanic."
Ukee Washington reports.
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Natasha Brown reports.
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Ukee Washington reports.
ASAP is holding a free-week long program that will teach girls in Philadelphia schools how to play chess.
Great Valley High School senior Lucca Ruggieri is already working his dream job: campaign manager for Republican Neil Young's run at Pennsylvania's 6th Congressional District.
While students aren't using real tattoo machines, an elective class at West Philadelphia High School is teaching students the techniques to create intricate tattoo designs.
William Bodine High School's robotics team is one of a few schools in the area set to represent Philadelphia at the FIRST Robotics Competition World Championship in Texas.
Two Bucks County girls wrestling medal winners are hopeful more young women will get involved in the male-dominated sport.
Get ready Beatles fans! The tribute band Rain will be at the Miller Theater in Philadelphia with a brand new show. The show celebrates music from some of the band’s hit albums. Paul Curatolo will take on the role of Paul McCartney on stage. He spoke with CBS News Philadelphia's Natasha Brown to talk more about what fans can expect and what he enjoys the most about playing this character.
Surveillance video shows the thieves taking more than $300,000 worth of luxury handbags and jewelry from the Queen May jewelry store on the Washington Street Mall. The store says the thieves stole Gucci, Chanel, and Christian Dior items. They also took a Louis Vuitton trunk.
Throughout Teacher's Day on Tuesday, St. Mary School in Williamstown, New Jersey, will surprise their teachers with snacks, raffles, water ice and other surprises.
A 17-year-old driver in Wilmington may face charges after hitting two children who were walking home from school Monday afternoon — more on this story in your Digital Brief for Tuesday, May 7, 2024.
A fire damaged several homes in Philadelphia's Kingsessing neighborhood early Tuesday morning. Firefighters got it under control but not before it spread to at least two other homes.