College Cuts Ties With Professor For Allegedly Saying Otto Warmbier 'Got Exactly What He Deserved'
In a statement, the university announced that Katherine Dettwyler, an adjunct anthropology professor, would not be re-hired to teach in the future.
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In a statement, the university announced that Katherine Dettwyler, an adjunct anthropology professor, would not be re-hired to teach in the future.
On today's show, Rich discussed reaction to the death of Otto Warmbier, Sen. Bernie Sanders' history of blaming right wing rhetoric for violence, and Georgia's 6th district runoff election.
Dom discussed Otto Warmbier's passing after over a year as a prisoner in North Korea, Amazon's purchase of Whole Food, wearing uniforms to work and a brawl breaking out in Brewerytown. At 10:20, Jonathan Goldsmith joined discussing his book, "Stay Interesting." At 11, Audobon Park Mayor Larry Pennock joined discussing the "Love Lives Here" signs.
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.
Otto Warmbier, the college student who returned to the US last week after 17 months of detention in North Korea, died Monday afternoon.
On today's show, Rich discussed the Supreme Court's ruling that offensive language is protected by the 1st Amendment, Chuck Todd's claim that Trump's presidency is in peril, and the death of Otto Warmbier, the student held captive in North Korea for 17 months. At 4:20pm, Brian Kilmeade, from Fox & Friends host and NY Times Best Selling Author. At 4:30pm, Robby Soave, an associate editor at Reason.com. At 5:30pm, Zach Greenberg, a Justice Robert H. Jackson Legal Fellow.
Chris talks about Attorney General Jeff Sessions upcoming testimony, an update on the Bill Cosby trial, and the current status of Obamacare repeal and replace in the Senate. Chris talks with reporter Manuel Roig-Franzia, who is covering the Cosby trial for the Washington Post. Chris talks Senator Pat Toomey about the Senate's effort to repeal and replace Obamacare.
North Korea fired a short-range ballistic missile Monday morning that landed in the ocean, the US military said.
Sebastian Gorka says the White House would like further Congressional investigations into Hillary Clinton's handling of State Department email.
Sen. John McCain says President Donald Trump should consider a preemptive strike on North Korea if the country is able to deliver a nuclear weapon by ballistic missile, but only as a final option.
Pope Francis said Saturday he worries that rising tensions between the United States and North Korea could lead to a wide military conflict that would wipe out a "large part of humanity."
On this afternoon's show, Rich discussed President Trump's approval ratings, Howard Dean's claims that the 1st Amendment doesn't apply to hate speech, and Mumia Abdul Jamal's attempt to appeal his sentence.
North Korea detained an unidentified US citizen for unknown reasons as he was planning to fly out of Pyongyang International Airport on Saturday morning.
The warning comes as the Trump administration also conducts a review of the Iran nuclear deal.
Chris discussed Vice-President Mike Pence's trip to the Korean DMZ, today's special election in Georgia and the cost for Philadelphia to host the NFL Draft. At 7:20, he spoke with author Christy Wright about her book, 'Business Boutique.'
On this morning's show, Chris discussed Trump saying "my military' when referencing the U.S. armed forces, a murder on Facebook Live, and whether or not ride sharing is the transportation of the future.
Vice President Mike Pence visited a military base near the Demilitarized Zone separating the North and South Korea.
A military parade in the heart of Pyongyang is underway where it's expected the North Korean regime will show off some of its latest arsenal.
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.
On today's show, Rich discussed Neil Gorsuch being sworn in as an associate justice of the Supreme Court, the potential escalation of action in Syria, and a United Airlines passenger being forcibly removed from an overbooked flight.
North Korea has fired four ballistic missiles, three of which landed in Japan's Exclusive Economic Zone, Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe said.
On today's show, Rich discussed Trump's intention to roll back overbearing government regulations, the Democrat party's move to the extreme left, and gossip being reported as news. At 3:45- Beth Anne Mumford, from American's for Prosperity, called in to discuss the benefits of simplifying the tax code.
Abe, speaking late Saturday from US President Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago resort in Palm Beach, Florida, made a joint statement with Trump.
North Korea launched a projectile Sunday, a source within the South Korean Ministry of Defense told CNN.
North Korea has sentenced American student Otto Frederick Warmbier to 15 years hard labor for crimes against the state.
Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni said A.J. Brown had a "good run" in Philadelphia and spoke highly of the team's new receiver room.
Christ Church in Old City has a free exhibit that includes artifacts from the American Revolution and a letter from George Washington.
A partnership between the Philadelphia Phillies and Nest helps introduce over 20 high school students to careers in the trades.
Four high school seniors will be awarded scholarships in honor of Danielle Kousoulis, a South Jersey woman who died on 9/11.
The Phillies and MLB announced on Tuesday a more than $5 million investment to help make a lasting impact in Philadelphia.
Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni said A.J. Brown had a "good run" in Philadelphia and spoke highly of the team's new receiver room.
Christ Church in Old City has a free exhibit that includes artifacts from the American Revolution and a letter from George Washington.
A partnership between the Philadelphia Phillies and Nest helps introduce over 20 high school students to careers in the trades.
Four high school seniors will be awarded scholarships in honor of Danielle Kousoulis, a South Jersey woman who died on 9/11.
The Phillies and MLB announced on Tuesday a more than $5 million investment to help make a lasting impact in Philadelphia.
Christ Church in Old City has a free exhibit that includes artifacts from the American Revolution and a letter from George Washington.
A partnership between the Philadelphia Phillies and Nest helps introduce over 20 high school students to careers in the trades.
A man is in custody after making threatening comments online toward St. Pius X parish in Broomall, Pennsylvania, police say.
Sevean Brown and Hassan Ameer Nelson were sentenced to prison time for threatening, assaulting and stealing from a man in Northampton Township last year.
The U.S. Department of Justice says Philadelphia police and the city are under investigation for possible Second Amendment rights violations.
Four high school seniors will be awarded scholarships in honor of Danielle Kousoulis, a South Jersey woman who died on 9/11.
The City of Camden ordered EMR Recycling to cease operations after a number of scrap yard fires broke out at the facility.
The body of missing swimmer Carlos Gil-Reyes, known by friends as Carlos Manuel, was recovered from the Delaware River, authorities said.
While many LGBTQ+ couples have historically chosen to live in big cities, more are now moving to the suburbs across the Philadelphia region.
Four former employees of the now-shuttered Gillian's Wonderland Pier are working to preserve the nostalgia that once lined the Ocean City boardwalk.
A teenager was arrested after she allegedly stabbed her hairdresser and another person inside a Wilmington hair salon, Delaware State Police said.
Gordon Turner was convicted of murder and other charges after hitting and killing a University of Delaware student with a U-Haul van last year.
A star high school lacrosse player in Delaware is back on the field after a mysterious condition in his jaw turned out to be something much more serious.
Delaware State troopers found the young girl dead in her bedroom after her father allegedly hit her multiple times with a belt.
This weekend's rare blue moon may be visible in the Philadelphia area this Saturday and Sunday.
Dr. Peter Stafford was working with a missionary group in the Congo when he came down with the virus last month.
A star high school lacrosse player in Delaware is back on the field after a mysterious condition in his jaw turned out to be something much more serious.
Researchers at Penn Medicine say the revolutionary cancer treatment CAR-T therapy may also help patients with kidney failure.
Preliminary research out of Penn Medicine indicates that GLP-1 drugs could prevent breast cancer, but more study is needed.
ChristianaCare Hospital, Aston — Delaware County's first micro-hospital — is expected to treat 15,000 patients annually.
Target is voluntarily recalling two types of baby wipes due to concerns that the products may be contaminated with bacteria that may cause "serious and life-threatening infections," the U.S. Food and Drug Administration said on Friday.
The Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board says it will begin approving the extended-hours permits for Philadelphia businesses within the next week.
Two top-rated and critically acclaimed restaurants in the Philadelphia area are receiving a new honor.
Sportswear brand Mitchell & Ness is opening a new three-story flagship store in Center City Philadelphia.
Caesars Entertainment is being acquired for almost $6 billion by Fertitta, the company that owns Las Vegas' Golden Nugget and chains like Rainforest Cafe and Morton's.
A new website helps visitors and residents check traffic conditions before heading to events in Philadelphia this summer.
PennDOT is replacing a bridge built in 1950 that carries State Road across the Darby Creek, linking Upper Darby and Springfield townships.
SEPTA's South Broad Concourse links 15th/City Hall and Walnut-Locust stations and reopened after being closed for six years.
A police pursuit that started in Philadelphia's Kensington section ended with a car fire along I-95 Friday afternoon, sources said.
SEPTA's board voted to approve its annual service plan Thursday, including the transit authority's first-ever comprehensive bus redesign.
Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni said A.J. Brown had a "good run" in Philadelphia and spoke highly of the team's new receiver room.
A partnership between the Philadelphia Phillies and Nest helps introduce over 20 high school students to careers in the trades.
The Phillies and MLB announced on Tuesday a more than $5 million investment to help make a lasting impact in Philadelphia.
Philadelphia Union and Ivory Coast fans filled the stands at Subaru Park for a friendly Monday night match ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Cristopher Sánchez struck out 10 and allowed two runs in seven innings to win for the sixth time in seven starts, Adolis García hit a two-run homer and the Philadelphia Phillies beat the Toronto Blue Jays 5-2.
"Schmigadoon!" — which was tied for the most nominations, with 12 — won Best Musical, and "Liberation" took home the honor of Best Play at the 2026 Tony Awards.
"LUZIA" showcases Mexican culture under the Big Top at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center in Oaks through June 7.
The American Music Awards celebrate fan favorites in the music world and feature performances from multiple artists.
Patti LaBelle said she's "having fun living it down" as the legendary singer marks her 82nd birthday.
Rob Base, the MC whose lyrics lit up the dancefloor classic "It Takes Two" and got countless people moving worldwide, passed away Friday.
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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.
As Philadelphia prepares to host FIFA World Cup matches, Delaware's West African community is embracing its unique connection to the global tournament. Madeleine Wright reports.
Stockton University's Galloway campus will serve as Haiti's official training base ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
After a CBS News Philadelphia investigation exposed the rampant sale of nitrous oxide in Pennsylvania smoke shops, a new law is now in the works.
The Highmark Mann Center for the Performing Arts in Philadelphia is getting a whole new look, just in time for America's 250th anniversary and a busy summer in the city. Reporter Eva Andersen got a tour.
A special exhibit for America's 250th anniversary at Christ Church in Philadelphia's Old City includes a letter from George Washington and other artifacts from the Revolutionary War.