Megyn Kelly Apologizes For Defending Blackface Halloween Costumes
NBC host Megyn Kelly apologized to colleagues after her comments defending racist Halloween gags prompted an immediate backlash.
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NBC host Megyn Kelly apologized to colleagues after her comments defending racist Halloween gags prompted an immediate backlash.
On today's show, Rich discussed several Democrat Senators calling for Al Franken's resignation, Donald Trump announcing the U.S. will officially recognize Jerusalem as the Capital of Israel, and the fate of the Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act.
Chris talks about today's Special Election in Georgia's 6th Congressional District, a Supreme Court decision denying trademark protection of terms that denigrate the living or deceased, the U2 concert in Philadelphia Sunday, and freedom of speech on the radio. Chris talks to Bruce Bond, former radio talk show host for WTPA in Harrisburg about his recent departure in light of Trump discussion on air.
Chris talks about the aftermath of the shooting in Virginia, an update on the Bill Cosby trial, President Trump's apprenticeship programs, and what would make the best Philadelphia invention for Shark Tank. Chris talks with economist Chris Butler about apprenticeships.
Chris talks about Attorney General Jeff Sessions testimony yesterday in front of the Senate Intelligence Committee, Newt Gingrich's criticism of the Special Counsel, an update on the Bill Cosby trial, and the breaking news of Rep. Steve Scalise being one of multiple people shot in Alexandria, Virginia. Chris talks with former U.S. Attorney, Matt Whitaker about the breaking news coming out of Alexandria, VA where Rep. Steve Scalise was among multiple people shot and Attorney General Jeff Sessions testimony yesterday.
Chris discussed the terror attack at an Ariana Grande concert in Manchester, England, Jersey Shore towns being named on a list for the best places to visit in the Summer and the makeup of Bill Cosby's jury. At 7:20, he spoke with author David Brog about Donald Trump's visit to Israel and his book, 'Reclaiming Israel's History.'
Chris discussed the apology issued by United Airlines, Donald Trump's handling of foreign policy, and Taiwan banning dog meat. At 7:20, he talked with Senator Pat Toomey about reports of Donald Trump's ties to Russia and the confirmation of Supreme Court Justice Neil Gorsuch.
Chris discussed continuing claims about Russian hacking the election, the Golden Globe Awards and Tucker Carlson replacing Megyn Kelly's slot on Fox News. He spoke with Michael Bronstein and Colin Hanna at 7:00 on the Monday Morning Matchup about Republican efforts to replace Obamacare and 94 WIP's Ike Reese at 8:00 about the NFL playoffs.
Rich discussed Trump's latest appointment Gen. James Mattis, a CNN producer joking about Trump's plane crashing and Megyn Kelly's next move. He also discussed Sen. Graham supporting the 'Dreamers' act, Donald Trump mocking the press and more. Rich spoke with Sergeant Sylvia Young during Barbera Backs the Badge at 4pm. He also spoke with Nir Eyal regarding his book, Hooked: How to Build Habit-Forming Products at 4:50pm.
Rich discussed the media brewing fears of Donald Trump's 'list', Megyn Kelly's appearance on The View and Paul Ryan backing Trump's thoughts on term limits. He also discussed McRibs being tracked on an app, Alan Dershowitz's thoughts on anti-semitism and Elizabeth Warren being punked. Rich spoke with veteran Issac Francois regarding his experience in the Navy and his participation in the Power Triumph Games at 4pm. He also spoke with Maureen Faulkner regarding an upcoming fundraiser to raise money for local children in need and the families of fallen police officers, military members and firefighters at 4:30pm.
Rich discussed Donald Trump being compared to Stalin, security measures around Trump Towers and Jim Webb's thoughts on the Democrats problem with the white working class. He also discussed Trump's possible new makeover, term limits and the possibility of Trump pardoning Hillary Clinton. Rich spoke with Philadelphia Inquirer Reporter David O'Reilly regarding his article, Pope Francis Surprise: Newark, N.J., Gets Cardinal, Philly Doesn't at 3:30pm.
Chris discussed the names being suggested for Donald Trump's cabinet, Governor Wolf signing a bill allowing expanded six-pack sales and the back and forth between Bill O'Reilly and Megyn Kelly on Fox News. He spoke with John Daniel Davidson from the Federalist at 7:20 about his new piece about the media and freedom of speech and Victor Fiorillo from Philadelphia Magazine at 8:00 about Donald Trump's election.
Fox News' Bill O'Reilly appeared to take a shot at colleague Megyn Kelly Tuesday morning, saying he's not interested in making their network "look bad."
Chris reacts to Mayor Jim Kenney addressing flash mobs and violence in the city, Megyn Kelly's interview with Dr Phil and Wanda Sykes cursing out a crowd in Boston. At 8:00, he spoke with Carrie Hagan from the Christ Church Preservation Trust about their fundraising efforts to repair Ben Franklin's tombstone.
Rich discussed Donald Trump's exclusive interview with Lesley Stahl, Bernie Sanders' disappointment with the Democrat Party and Dave Chappelle's SNL appearance. He also discussed Trump appointing Reince Priebus and Stephen Bannon, Bernie Sanders' appearance on The View and Soros funding anti-Trump protests.
Ben Carson says we can implement a better healthcare system if we take the politics out of it.
Rich discussed Jonathan Gruber's response to the rise of Obamacare, Gov. Ed Rendell's comment about Trump's hidden vote and NJ senators backing a call for a boycott of Donald Trump's golf club. He also discussed voting machine fraud in Pennsylvania, spotting celebrities in restaurants and Michael Moore's reasoning for why Trump will win the Election. Rich spoke with Dana Perino about her book, "Let Me Tell You About Jasper" and the state of the election at 4:20.
Chris reviewed a dust up between Megyn Kelly and Newt Gingrich on Fox News, the rising premiums under Obamacare and $45,000 of merchandise stolen from Boyd's. He spoke with former Arkansas Governor Mike Huckabee about his support for Donald Trump at 7:00 and Victor Fiorillo from Philadelphia Magazine about the rising levels of crime in Philadelphia at 8:00.
Chris addressed the impact of Hurricane Matthew on the presidential election, Sean Hannity's feud with Megyn Kelly and statements vice-presidential nominee Tim Kaine made on illegal immigration during a 2005 debate in Virginia. He talked with author Ed Klein at 7:20 about his book, Guilty As Sin, CBS 3 Meteorology Katie Fehlinger at 8:00 about Hurricane Matthew, author Kurt Schlichter at 8:20 about his new book, The People's Republic and local clown Judy Tudy at 8:45 about her trouble finding work.
Chris discussed Donald Trump's embrace of 'stop and frisk,' the warming underway between Trump and former GOP rival Ted Cruz and the latest allegations against Anthony Weiner. He spoke with Donald Trump's Campaign Co-Chair Sam Clovis at 7:20 and William Shatner about his upcoming show at the Keswick Theater at 8:00.
Chris discussed Ed Rendell's apology for calling women ugly, the reaction to Megyn Kelly's interview with Donald Trump and Councilwoman Blondell Reynolds-Brown's alternative to the soda tax. He talked with Carrie Severino from the Judicial Crisis Network at 7:20 about Donald Trump's list of Supreme Court candidates, Richie Ashburn Jr at 7:35 about tonight's benefit dinner for the Richie Ashburn-Harry Kalas Foundation, CBS 3's Ukee Washington at 8:00 about their upcoming story on DNA love tests, and Pennsylvania Senator Pat Toomey at 8:20 about running on the same ticket with Donald Trump.
Chris discussed last night's presidential primaries in Kentucky and Oregon, Megyn Kelly's interview with Donald Trump, and the Sixers winning the NBA Draft Lottery. He spoke with the CEO and President of Thomas Jefferson University and Jefferson Health, Stephen Klasko, about his new book, We Can Fix Healthcare at 7:20 and Victor Fiorillo from Philadelphia Magazine about the NTSB ruling on last year's Amtrak train derailment at 8:00.
Chris previewed today's Pennsylvania primary and discussed it with Tom Fitzgerald from Philadelphia Inquirer at 7:20, Surrogate for Ted Cruz and Senator from Utah, Mike Lee at 8:20 and presidential candidate Ted Cruz at 845.
Chris discussed Donald Trump's awkward reference to Joe Paterno at a rally in Pittsburgh, his meeting in New York with Megyn Kelly from Fox News and Bernie Sanders addressing striking Verizon workers on the picket line. He talked with nationally syndicated radio host, and the latest edition to Talk Radio 1210's line, Dave Ramsey at 7:20 and Pennsylvania Senator Pat Toomey about Russian planes buzzing a Navy destroyer in the Baltic Sea at 8:20.
Rich discussed Donald Trump meeting with Megyn Kelly, delegate predictions from RNC members and the decline of quality programs due to political correctness. He also discussed Thomas Jefferson's birthday, Rubio's 'possible' endorsement of Ted Cruz and Trump's family townhall. Rich spoke with Daily News Political Columnist John Baer at 3:30pm and Greg Lukianoff, President and CEO of FIRE at 4pm.
The bipartisan "Bell-to-Bell" bill bars students from using their phones any time they're in school, not just during instructional periods.
Crews are battling a large fire at Lehigh Valley Hospital in Dickson City, Pennsylvania, Wednesday night.
Morning low temps Thursday in Philadelphia will be in the teens with wind chills in the single digits, but it will be sunny and in the low 30s in the afternoon.
Savannah Guthrie said she and her family were aware of reports of a ransom note and that they are "ready to talk."
It was only a few months ago that Pennsylvania passed the 2025 budget several months late, and now the process begins for this year.
The bipartisan "Bell-to-Bell" bill bars students from using their phones any time they're in school, not just during instructional periods.
Crews are battling a large fire at Lehigh Valley Hospital in Dickson City, Pennsylvania, Wednesday night.
Morning low temps Thursday in Philadelphia will be in the teens with wind chills in the single digits, but it will be sunny and in the low 30s in the afternoon.
Radnor police are investigating a reported rape on the campus of Eastern University in Delaware County.
Savannah Guthrie said she and her family were aware of reports of a ransom note and that they are "ready to talk."
The bipartisan "Bell-to-Bell" bill bars students from using their phones any time they're in school, not just during instructional periods.
Crews are battling a large fire at Lehigh Valley Hospital in Dickson City, Pennsylvania, Wednesday night.
A toddler and a dog from Los Angeles have a unique bond that came together thanks to a Philly doctor and a story from CBS News Philadelphia.
The museum on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway in Philadelphia is again named the Philadelphia Museum of Art.
A police officer in Norristown, Pennsylvania, is under investigation and on administrative leave after hitting a naked man with a patrol car.
A fire destroyed a home in Monroe Township, New Jersey, Tuesday night.
New Jersey has a few programs that can help residents set up payment plans as they deal with skyrocketing utilities bills.
New Jersey has less than a one-week supply of red blood cells and less than a day's supply of platelets, health officials say.
At the Child Family Center in Millville, New Jersey, lessons learned by preschoolers go far beyond ABCs and 123s.
Crossing guards in Gloucester City, New Jersey, are worried about their children navigating snowy, icy intersections.
The man whom Jill Biden divorced for the eventual 46th President of the United States is now in jail on murder charges.
A Delaware man is behind bars after he allegedly attacked two other men over a parking dispute, police say.
A teenager and a 21-year-old man were injured in a shooting in Wilmington Monday afternoon, police said.
Following Sunday's major winter storm, multiple businesses, organizations and event centers are staying closed on Monday.
With the Philadelphia region expecting a major snowstorm this weekend, here's the best choice of ice melt to keep you safe.
A toddler and a dog from Los Angeles have a unique bond that came together thanks to a Philly doctor and a story from CBS News Philadelphia.
New Jersey has less than a one-week supply of red blood cells and less than a day's supply of platelets, health officials say.
For Kolin and his family, CHOP was a home away from home while he waited for a heart transplant.
There's new hope for a devastating cancer in dogs that's often deadly because there are no early warning signs.
A Philadelphia nonprofit is finding job opportunities for people with mental health and intellectual challenges.
Former Sheetz president and CEO Steve Sheetz has died at age 77, the Altoona-based company announced on Monday.
The post-Christmas return rush was underway at shops and malls across the Philadelphia area.
With product return fraud on the rise, an emerging company is using AI to help spot issues.
Here are mall opening and closing hours for the Christmas and Christmas Eve holidays around the Philly region.
Through Amazon Now, customers can get household items, cosmetics, electronics, groceries and more delivered in about 30 minutes or less.
The city says residents shouldn't park on a major stretch of South Broad Street in Philadelphia Tuesday for a snow removal operation.
Traffic is starting to move again on Roosevelt Boulevard after a fatal crash shut down the road in both directions Friday morning.
Snow-covered sidewalks, freezing temperatures and more have made commutes challenging for many public transit riders across Philadelphia.
Philadelphia is closing several roads in Center City Tuesday night to remove snow after a winter storm dumped nearly 10 inches over the weekend.
Transportation service will ramp up gradually Monday across the Philadelphia area following the weekend snowstorm.
Longtime Philadelphia Eagles offensive line coach Jeff Stoutland will not return for the 2026 season.
Gavin McKenna is facing multiple charges, including felony aggravated assault, according to court records.
The Philadelphia 76ers traded Jared McCain to the Oklahoma City Thunder for a first-round pick and three second-rounders.
Frank Reich and Aaron Glenn are teammates again with the New York Jets, looking to turn around the fortunes of a frustrated franchise.
American athletes are preparing for the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics. These are some of the top Team USA competitors to watch.
Mural Arts Philadelphia is looking for an artist or team of artists to design a mural honoring Boyz II Men's contributions to music and culture as the city celebrates America's 250th anniversary.
Chuck Negron, a founding member of Three Dog Night whose lead vocals powered a string of hits for one of the top rock acts of the late 1960s and early '70s has died. He was 83.
Bad Bunny used his Grammy acceptance speech on Sunday to denounce U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and call for the end of the ongoing immigration crackdown.
The 2026 Grammy Awards recognized the best of the best in music from last year, with big wins for Kendrick Lamar and Bad Bunny. Here's the full list of winners and nominees.
Complete closure of the performing arts center in Washington, D.C., will start on July 4, Mr. Trump said. It's not yet clear how extensive the changes to the building might be.
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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.
Snow removal efforts continue in Philadelphia, and early Thursday morning we saw crews getting to work near the major Broad Street and Erie Avenue intersection in North Philly.
If near-freezing temperatures felt like a reprieve from last week's Arctic blast, get ready. NEXT Weather Meteorologist Kate Bilo is tracking an Arctic front that could bring snow squalls and showers to the Philadelphia region, plus dangerous cold temperatures that will make it feel like -12 on Saturday morning.
Police are investigating a reported rape at Eastern University in Delaware County. The school's department of public safety said a student reported being sexually assaulted by multiple people in a dorm.
The Pennsylvania Senate passed "Bell to Bell" legislation that would require public schools to ban students from using cellphones during the day. Advocates say the goal is to reduce distractions, improve academic performance and boost mental health.
The volunteer-run Historic Bolton Mansion in Levittown said the building was recently damaged by sledders, a trash can was vandalized, and a group of teens was seen throwing chunks of ice at the mansion.