
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.
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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.
The heaviest part of a plume of smoke from the Tantallon wildfire in Nova Scotia, Canada will reach the Philadelphia area Tuesday night.
Anyone who owes at least $1,000 could have their water turned off as early as Wednesday.
Crews responded to the fire on Willard Street just before 4 a.m. Wednesday morning.
After nine years as a player and 17 years in the TV booth, Keith Jones is moving upstairs to run the entire franchise.
The fire started just before 2:30 a.m. on Greenwich Street.
The heaviest part of a plume of smoke from the Tantallon wildfire in Nova Scotia, Canada will reach the Philadelphia area Tuesday night.
Anyone who owes at least $1,000 could have their water turned off as early as Wednesday.
Crews responded to the fire on Willard Street just before 4 a.m. Wednesday morning.
After nine years as a player and 17 years in the TV booth, Keith Jones is moving upstairs to run the entire franchise.
The fire started just before 2:30 a.m. on Greenwich Street.
Anyone who owes at least $1,000 could have their water turned off as early as Wednesday.
Crews responded to the fire on Willard Street just before 4 a.m. Wednesday morning.
The fire started just before 2:30 a.m. on Greenwich Street.
A large crowd of juveniles took over parts of Old City and Penn's Landing Monday night. Police say there were fights and several cars were vandalized.
Bristol Borough police say the shooting happened just before 11 a.m. Tuesday.
The new policies came after Ocean City police responded to 999 incidents over the holiday weekend.
The vehicle fire started just after 5:15 p.m.
We've had very little rain lately and it's been an unusually dry May.
Lifeguards are reminding everyone it's not worth the risk don't swim at an unguarded beach.
The flames come as dry conditions have parched the region during May.
The vehicle fire started just after 5:15 p.m.
The Delaware musician didn't want to wait on a transplant list instead he turned to Facebook and a day later a stranger came forward to offer her kidney.
Tuesday starts cool and breezy before the week warms up. We're tracking smoke from Canadian wildfires drifting our way tonight.
We're settling into the holiday with a pretty big difference in temperatures across the area.
Here's everything we know about traveling for this Memorial Day Weekend.
The Delaware musician didn't want to wait on a transplant list instead he turned to Facebook and a day later a stranger came forward to offer her kidney.
Former first lady Rosalynn Carter's dementia diagnosis was announced as former President Jimmy Carter continues to receive hospice care.
One woman is sharing a message for others after her battle with melanoma on this "Don't Fry Day."
A baby is recovering at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia after receiving the smallest pacemaker in the world.
CBS News Philadelphia is highlighting the importance of Mental Health Month.
Many in our area have strong feelings when talking about the gridlock in Washington over the debt ceiling fight.
Some Tastykakes containing peanut butter were improperly labeled, sparking a recall due to allergy concerns.
Proposals to raise the nation's debt limit include spending cuts to coronavirus relief funds that haven't been used.
Hey, high school grads! Krispy Kreme shops in our area are giving away a free dozen donuts on Wednesday.
The high prices of essential goods, particularly food and housing, has made it tough for many folks to afford the soaring cost of their energy bills.
If you're not going down the shore, there are still plenty of fun things to do in the Philadelphia area during Memorial Day Weekend.
Here's everything we know about traveling for this Memorial Day Weekend.
Chickie's and Pete's is offering free Crabfries and free tolls eastbound on the Atlantic City Expressway on May 26.
I-76 eastbound was closed from I-476 to Gladwyne due to an overturned vehicle at the Conshohocken Curve.
Eastbound lanes of the Pennsylvania turnpike were closed for hours at the Valley Forge Interchange.
After nine years as a player and 17 years in the TV booth, Keith Jones is moving upstairs to run the entire franchise.
"It was very humbling and a sobering moment for me, because just realizing that the impact my wife and I have had around this city with what we've been able to do" Hendriks said after the game.
The Phillies said Tuesday that Scott Rolen and the late John Quinn and Ruly Carpenter are this season's inductees.
Nurse will become the Sixers' 26th head coach in franchise history.
The Heat recovered after blowing a 3-0 lead in the series and advanced to the NBA Finals for the second time in four seasons.
Musikfest has a mix of ticketed and free shows around the SteelStacks in Bethlehem. Here are the top acts.
The live-action remake of the 1989 Disney classic exceeded other box office hits and new releases on Memorial Day weekend.
Sister Cities Park is just one of the handful of free events and attractions available to everyone kids and parents ahead of Memorial Day.
Injured Philadelphia firefighter Randy Ballinger's punk band Jersey Calling will open for this weekend's Adjacent Music Festival in Atlantic City.
Singer Taylor Swift will release the new "Midnights" deluxe album Thursday night.
Ukee Washington reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Ukee Washington reports.
Eight Camden high school students are getting experience as pharmacy technicians at the locally owned Bell Rexall Drugs.
At Stomping Grounds Social Justice Cafe, young people are getting work experience while working toward their diploma.
On this week's Focusing on the Future Wakisha Bailey speaks with the team and finds out how they are making a difference with other high schoolers.
PhillyBOLT consists of young Philadelphians who are keeping a close eye on the race to become Philadelphia's 100th mayor.
Students in a finance and accounting class at George Washington High School are learning how to prepare tax returns.
Kate Bilo reports.
Anyone who owes at least $1,000 could have their water turned off as soon as Wednesday.
The Philadelphia School District says the building will not reopen this school year and will likely remain closed next year too.
The fire was caught on camera on East Willard Street
The fire started early Wednesday morning inside a rowhome on Greenwich Street.