Historian Documents The Hard-Won Existence Of Israel
A new history of Israel has made waves from the get-go because it doesn't go all the way back.
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A new history of Israel has made waves from the get-go because it doesn't go all the way back.
Chris analyzes how he thinks Republicans need to adjust their presence inside of popular culture to win future elections and Marco Rubio's answer to a question on the age of the earth. He talks to CBS Military Analyst Mike Lyons about the tensions in the Middle East, Tom McGrath from the Philly Post, Actor Charles Grodin and hosts the Piazza Pet of the Week.
Chris discusses all the efforts to save Hostess and Twinkies, the free stuff people are able to find to make it though tough times and the uproar caused by Wal-mart and Target opening on Thanksgiving night. He also talks to Comedian Dom Irrera in advance of his shows at Helium Comedy Club this week.
The fighting at the Israeli-Gaza border doesn't seemed to have discouraged Philadelphia area travelers who have been planning visits to the region.
The current violent conflict between Israel and Hamas was on the minds of fans attending an Israeli JazzPhest brunch concert at World Cafe Live in West Philadelphia on Sunday.
It's amazing how in less than two weeks events can change the direction of a nation and an administration.
This drama from French director Lorraine Levy takes a nature-versus-nurture premise made familiar down through the years -– babies accidentally switched at birth -– and uses it to highlight the thorny, eternal, and overwhelming Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
Romney won this debate in more ways than one – most impressively due to his dignified style.
Romney's ideas – if presented fresh and enthusiastically hopeful for America's future – can be the final bump he needs to win this election.
It is unprecedented for a presidential candidate to have as many conflicts when it comes to foreign business ties as Mitt Romney.
Shlomo Molla (at left in photo) was born in an impoverished Jewish village in Ethiopia.
Commonly referred to as "what goes around, comes around', the Republicans are finding plenty to take shots at as the Democrats conduct their week in the 'often dubious' political spotlight called "the Convention".
Mitt's terrible foreign trip isn't just bad press and a campaign stumble. In diplomacy gaffes, missteps, and offenses have real consequences for our national security and the peace and stability of the world.
When Mitt is back home, will the offensive comments stop? Republicans can only hope so because this race is too important to be decided by "how much America likes one guy over another". But such a factor could very well decide the outcome of this election.
Chris discusses the opening ceremonies of the Olympics, Newsweek calling Mitt Romney a wimp and he re-visits Friday's interview with City Councilman Jim Kenney. He talks to Michael Bronstein and Jeff Roe on the Monday Morning Matchup and to Phillies Manager Charlie Manager one day ahead of the trading deadline.
The PECO multicultural series continues at Penn's Landing today with the celebration of Israel's Independence Day.
Gov. Chris Christie's trip to the Middle East this month cost New Jersey taxpayers $39,871.
Chris agrees with Governor Chris Christies response to NJEA Executvie Director Vincent Giordano's defense of they union's stance against charter schools. He examines the potential cover-up at the Daily News and Inquirer over stories about potential buyers for the papers. He also talks to Jeremy Witkins, who developed a phone app allowing parents to monitor pictures and texts on their kids phones.
Started as a six-week pilot program in the town of Haifa, the idea of free books or 'public libraries' at several bus stops was quickly welcomed by riders.
"The Debt" is a remake of a 2007 Israeli thriller about a legendary hunt for a notorious Nazi war criminal that examines that ever-elusive boundary between legend and truth.
Chris reviews Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's speech to Congress. He talks to Phillies TV Play-by-Play Announcer Tom McCarthy about the series with the Reds and Political Analyst Rich Zeoli about the New Jersey Supreme Court's ruling to increase education funding to poor districts.
Chris talks to Kansas City Television Reporter Diane Cho about the devastating tornado in Joplin Missouri, Inquirer Reporter and Crime Guy George Anastasia about the latest Philadelphia Mafia arrests and Congressman Mike Fitzpatrick, just back from his tour of Guantanamo Bay.
A study out of Israel suggests a woman's crying reduces sexual desire for men.
Jesús Luzardo struck out 12 and threw a two-hit shutout, leading the Philadelphia Phillies to a 1-0 win over the Atlanta Braves.
Congressman Chris Deluzio says he's thinking about running against Sen. John Fetterman in the 2028 Democratic primary in Pennsylvania.
Police are searching for two suspects after a "One Piece" trading card valued at $8,000 was stolen from a Berks County trading card shop.
A pedestrian was killed after he was struck by a car and a tractor-trailer in East Norriton Township on Sunday, police said.
Thousands of union workers and their families are taking part in the 39th annual Tri-State Labor Day Parade and Family Festival.
A suspect and a family member were arrested after a road-rage stabbing on Interstate 476 led to a brief lockdown at Villanova, a law enforcement source said.
Jesús Luzardo struck out 12 and threw a two-hit shutout, leading the Philadelphia Phillies to a 1-0 win over the Atlanta Braves.
Congressman Chris Deluzio says he's thinking about running against Sen. John Fetterman in the 2028 Democratic primary in Pennsylvania.
Less than eight months after being sworn in, New Jersey Lt. Governor Dale Caldwell has come under scrutiny.
Police are searching for two suspects after a "One Piece" trading card valued at $8,000 was stolen from a Berks County trading card shop.
Police are searching for two suspects after a "One Piece" trading card valued at $8,000 was stolen from a Berks County trading card shop.
A pedestrian was killed after he was struck by a car and a tractor-trailer in East Norriton Township on Sunday, police said.
Thousands of union workers and their families are taking part in the 39th annual Tri-State Labor Day Parade and Family Festival.
SPS Technologies has settled a class action lawsuit filed on behalf of those impacted by last year's massive fire at the company's Abington Township facility.
A suspect and a family member were arrested after a road-rage stabbing on Interstate 476 led to a brief lockdown at Villanova, a law enforcement source said.
Less than eight months after being sworn in, New Jersey Lt. Governor Dale Caldwell has come under scrutiny.
Families made sure to spend time together and squeeze as much out of summer as they could during Labor Day weekend at the Jersey Shore.
A crash on Black Horse Pike in Monroe Township left a 54-year-old man dead and two others injured early Friday morning, police said.
Police believe a group of dirt bike riders deliberately damaged the field at the Mullica Township Recreational Complex and then drove away.
A South Jersey woman who spent nearly $1,000 on Bruno Mars tickets says she finally got her money back after contacting CBS News Philadelphia for help.
Hannah Kleitz's grave was robbed in 2002 and her remains were found in 2011, but she wasn't reunited with her grave until 2026.
Two men and a woman were injured in a shooting in Wilmington Saturday night, police said.
A shooting in a CAVA parking lot in Dover left an 18-year-old man dead Friday night, police said.
While Friday will not be quite as active as the past few days, the Philadelphia region will still need to watch for some late afternoon and Friday evening storms.
More showers and storms will be possible later this afternoon into this evening and bring back the chance for severe weather.
A proton therapy treatment being tested at Penn Medicine in Philadelphia could change the future of cancer treatment.
After losing her mother, Sarah Kagan wants to change how employers deal with grief.
Pennsylvania health officials say two people who had measles died in the state, but Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is questioning that.
A Philadelphia police officer taking daraxonrasib for pancreatic cancer says the drug is giving her hope.
Pennsylvania has recorded its first two deaths connected to measles in 35 years.
New Jersey floral designer Alisha Simone Bell said she puts her "whole heart" into every arrangement and every detail.
On Tuesday, Pennsylvania took a major step in the fight against the negative impacts of social media, particularly on children.
Thieves are smashing windows and targeting trading card stores looking for valuable Pokémon cards, police in South Jersey say.
Customers lined up to support Somerdale Cold Cuts as it reopened after a copper theft.
While some assume landlords are required to provide air conditioning, the law is not nearly as clear-cut as it is for heat in the winter
SEPTA is receiving a federal grant worth more than $13 million to replace its aging Silverliner IV Regional Rail fleet.
For the first time in a decade, the Philadelphia Cycling Classic returns this weekend.
Beginning Sunday, several bus routes in Philadelphia are changing, including the addition of two new routes.
A deadly crash in Warminster is under investigation Sunday, police said.
PennDOT is advising drivers about an overnight closure on the Schuylkill Expressway westbound in West Philadelphia between 30th Street and the interchange with I-676 East.
Jesús Luzardo struck out 12 and threw a two-hit shutout, leading the Philadelphia Phillies to a 1-0 win over the Atlanta Braves.
Ronald Acuña Jr. hit a tying three-run homer, Austin Riley added a go-ahead RBI triple and the Braves used a late rally to defeat the Phillies 5-4, extending their lead in the NL East to five games.
Cavan Sullivan scored in a third straight match to become the first teenager with a goal contribution in five straight and the Philadelphia Union beat CF Montreal 2-0 to extend their unbeaten streak to eight.
Zack Wheeler struck out nine, Kyle Schwarber hit his MLB-leading 41st home run and the Phillies pulled within four games of the first-place Braves in the NL East with a 4-2 victory Saturday night.
Rocco Becht threw for 271 yards with four touchdowns and No. 18 Penn State beat Marshall 45-0 to begin the Matt Campbell era.
The Landmark Ritz Five movie theater in Philadelphia's Old City neighborhood has reopened after a brief closure.
"Sunday Morning" looks back at the astonishing career of the queen of country music, whose talent, warmth, wit, and philanthropy made her a genuine, once-in-a-generation luminary.
Three AMC Theatres in the Philadelphia region are holding special screenings to celebrate the life and legacy of Dolly Parton.
Stella Parton said her sister Dolly told her "that if there was no hope for her, she would still allow her medical team to try experimental drugs in the hope of helping others in the future."
Tim Curry was known for his iconic performances in cult classics like "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" and the original screen adaptation of Stephen King's "It."
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Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown 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.
Philadelphia's union workers and their families gathered in South Philadelphia for a parade down Washington Avenue on Labor Day. Siafa Lewis reports.
After five years at the Hamilton Township Animal Shelter in Mercer County, New Jersey, a dog named Nyla was adopted by a foster mom.
In many cases, a repair to your appliance may make more financial sense than buying new. Josh Sidorowicz is In Your Corner with tips to shop smart at Labor Day appliance sales.
After text messages were published showing Fetterman canceling meetings with constituents or refusing to attend Congressional hearings, the Democratic senator is responding.
Abington, Pennsylvania-based SPS Technologies has reached a settlement in a class action lawsuit from a massive fire at the facility last year.