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 KB Foundation is returning to South Africa — and for the first time, a cohort of young women will participate in its "LEAP" experience.
Iran launches more missiles at Israel as 6 U.S. deaths are confirmed and Trump says he'll do "whatever it takes," for as long as it takes.
A large fire in the Wynnefield section of West Philadelphia has left 10 people injured.
The Philadelphia region is under a NEXT Weather Alert Tuesday morning due to a wintry mix moving through the area.
School District of Philadelphia Superintendent Tony Watlington said the policy has his full support.
A large fire in the Wynnefield section of West Philadelphia has left 10 people injured.
The KB Foundation is returning to South Africa — and for the first time, a cohort of young women will participate in its "LEAP" experience.
Iran launches more missiles at Israel as 6 U.S. deaths are confirmed and Trump says he'll do "whatever it takes," for as long as it takes.
The Philadelphia region is under a NEXT Weather Alert Tuesday morning due to a wintry mix moving through the area.
School District of Philadelphia Superintendent Tony Watlington said the policy has his full support.
The KB Foundation is returning to South Africa — and for the first time, a cohort of young women will participate in its "LEAP" experience.
A large fire in the Wynnefield section of West Philadelphia has left 10 people injured.
School District of Philadelphia Superintendent Tony Watlington said the policy has his full support.
A fire in Bristol Borough has left one person dead Monday night, according to Bucks County dispatch.
Some Iranian-Americans in the Philadelphia area are sharing their perspectives on the United States' and Israel's war with Iran.
Popcorn Park Animal Refuge has been closed to the public after it suffered major damage in last week's blizzard.
A minor is facing a murder charge after another juvenile was shot and killed in Lakewood, New Jersey, the Ocean County Prosecutor's Office said.
Operation Epic Fury sparked swift reaction from lawmakers in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware.
A large fire that tore through several homes in Camden, New Jersey, left one person injured Saturday night, fire officials say.
Philadelphia police are "monitoring developments overseas" after the United States and Israel began military strikes in Iran.
Operation Epic Fury sparked swift reaction from lawmakers in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware.
After a nor'easter dumped snow on the Philadelphia area, some schools have announced closings and virtual learning days for Tuesday, Feb. 4.
A major winter storm blanketed southeastern Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware with snow Sunday night and Monday.
A nor'easter taking aim at Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware has prompted schools to announce closings and virtual learning days for Monday, Feb. 23.
Wawa says these four bottled milk products could present a choking hazard and are being recalled as a precaution.
One Montgomery County woman spoke with CBS News Philadelphia to detail how she found treatment that saved her life.
A Philadelphia-area woman is among a growing number of younger women with cardiovascular disease. This device saved her life.
Camden County health officials said a New Jersey resident was placed in isolation after testing positive for active tuberculosis earlier this month.
One year after receiving CRISPR gene editing therapy at CHOP, a Delaware County baby is thriving, and doctors want to expand treatment to others.
The NICU team at Virtua Voorhees Hospital in New Jersey celebrated Baby Myla as she headed home Tuesday.
The Franklin Mall in Northeast Philadelphia is set to reopen Friday after being because of a fire, a spokesperson said.
The Franklin Mall in Northeast Philadelphia is closed until further notice following a fire, a mall security official said.
Move over, Wawa, "there's a new player in town." Customers shed light on Pennsylvania's heated rivalry as Sheetz opened its first store in Montgomery County.
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.
The same technology the PPA started using last year to ticket illegally parked drivers from cameras on SEPTA buses will soon be used on trolleys.
A stretch of Route 202, also known as DeKalb Pike, will be closed until late fall as work to prevent sinkholes gets underway.
A major winter storm blanketed southeastern Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware with snow Sunday night and Monday.
Martin Luther King Jr. Drive in Philadelphia has reopened following emergency repairs, according to the city.
A stretch of Spruce Street in Philadelphia's University City section is closed until further notice because of a water main break.
Matvei Michkov and Trevor Zegras scored in a shootout and the Philadelphia Flyers extended their winning streak to three games with a 3-2 win over the Toronto Maple Leafs.
Neemias Queta scored a career-high 27 points and added 17 rebounds to help the Boston Celtics recover from a slow start and rally past the Philadelphia 76ers 114-98.
Former Houston Texans quarterbacks coach Jerrod Johnson is reportedly joining the Philadelphia Eagles' coaching staff.
Phillies top pitching prospect Andrew Painter had two perfect innings in his highly anticipated spring training start Sunday vs. the Yankees.
The combined efforts of Travis Konecny and Dan Vladar led the Flyers to victory over the Bruins.
Streaming giant Netflix declined to match Paramount Skydance's $31 per share offer for Warner Bros. Discovery.
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame has announced its 2026 list of nominees, including Phil Collins, Mariah Carey, Wu-Tang Clan and more.
Barry Manilow announced Friday he needs to reschedule several more concerts as he continues to recover following surgery after he was diagnosed with lung cancer.
"Jersey Shore" star Nicole "Snooki" Polizzi said in a TikTok video that her results at a post-op appointment for a cone biopsy showed stage 1 cervical cancer.
In April 2025, Eric Dane announced he had been diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or ALS.
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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.
Israeli military officials say they conducted targeted strikes on specific buildings in Beirut, Lebanon on Tuesday morning. The buildings were Hezbollah-controlled command centers that were storing weapons, officials say. Josh Sanders has the latest from the Pulse Desk.
A man known around the Philadelphia area as "Santa Scott" says a porch pirate stole packages that were delivered to his home in Fairless Hills, which had previously burned down.
Bill Kelly says a wintry mix that moves through the Philadelphia region on Tuesday could affect the morning commute. Here's the NEXT Weather forecast.
Mayor Cherelle Parker and other city leaders were on hand to welcome nearly 30 new EMTs and paramedics to the Philadelphia Fire Department Monday night.
The fire started just after 6 p.m. on the 300 block of Dorrance Street in Bristol Borough.