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With massive crowds taking over Philadelphia during the Papal visit, fire and police dispatch will be ready and waiting.
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With massive crowds taking over Philadelphia during the Papal visit, fire and police dispatch will be ready and waiting.
Chris followed Pope Francis' arrival in the United States, Donald Trump's appearance with Stephen Colbert, and Vice-President Joe Biden explaining his opinions on abortion. He talked with Philadelphia Magazine's Tom McGrath at 8:00 about Pope week finally arriving.
The World Meeting of Families is hoping to appear in the Guinness Book of World Records by the end of the week.
Tuesday marked the first day of the conference that has brought thousands of people from all over the globe into the city.
Saint Charles Borremeo Seminary will host Pope Francis during his stay in Philadelphia, and excitement is building on the Lower Merion campus.
Today is the start of World Meeting of Families Conference at the Pennsylvania Convention Center. Daily Mass will be held on each of the four days in halls "D" and "E" which have been transformed into a church.
Pope Francis will meet men and women imprisoned during his visit to Philadelphia.
Rich discussed the Eagles loss, Ben Carson's thoughts on a Muslim president and recapped the Emmys. He also discussed molestation among Afghan allies, Scott Walker dropping out the Presidential race and Hillary Clinton's declaration to be a real person. Rich spoke with CJ Pearson about his latest viral video about Obama at 3:30pm. He also spoke with Philly Mag's Joel Mathis about Kathleen Kane at 4:30pm.
The largest Roman Catholic religious convention of its kind convenes on Tuesday at the Pennsylvania Convention Center with more than 17,000 people from countries around the globe registered to take part.
On this morning's show, Chris discussed the Eagles 20-10 loss to the Dallas Cowboys, Dr. Ben Carson's appearance on Meet the Press where he stated that he would not advocate electing a Muslim to be President, and Donald Trump's controversial decision to not defend President Obama at a recent pep rally. At 7am Chris was joined by Michael Bronstein and Colin Hanna for Monday Morning Matchup to talk about the latest Hillary Clinton news. At 8am Beasley Reece called in to talk about yesterday's Eagles-Cowboys game. At 8:20am Joe Bastardi checked in to talk about the upcoming Pope visit.
Among the 10,000 volunteers at the World Meeting of Families will be a special group -- the digital diplomats. Lizanne Magarity Pando is the director of marketing and communications.
With hopes of hosting big crowds during the weekend of the pope's visit, some businesses are taking their own steps to ensure safety.
Residents are required to move their vehicles to accommodate the city's preparation for events that will be part the World Meeting of Families and visit of Pope Francis.
In a video released Sunday morning, Pope Francis speaks directly to those coming to Philadelphia for the World Meeting of Families.
There will be many people flooding the streets of Philadelphia when Pope Francis is in town, but not many cars, making it an ideal time to go for a bike ride.
Progress is being made at the Pennsylvania Convention Center for the World Meeting of Families conference starting on Tuesday.
Just one week out from the Festival of Families on the Ben Franklin Parkway, construction of the main stage continues to move along.
The pope's visit to Philadelphia has brought together some unusual alliances. For example; a Catholic nun who works with the homeless and a Hollywood heartthrob who practices Buddhism.
Approximately 5,000 journalists are credentialed for the World Meeting of Families conference and papal visit. A giant media room to accommodate members of the press has been set up inside the Pennsylvania Convention Center.
The Ben Franklin Parkway is now completely closed from the Art Museum to Eakins Oval. The inner lanes were shut down Thursday and the outer lanes were closed to traffic on Saturday morning.
Thousands of people are planning to do some bar hopping during next weekend's Papal visit, with proceeds going to a great cause.
Rich discussed the uproar surrounding Donald Trump's town hall meeting, Carly Fiorina taking the lead in New Hampshire and the similarities between Bernie Sanders and Donald Trump. He also discussed the Borgota dictating employees weight, Death to America chants, the Eagles and Cowboy games and Hillary Clinton leaving children in tears. Rich spoke with Dr. Mazz at 4pm during the Ask The Doctor segment. At 4:30pm, Philly Mag's Victor Fiorillo discussed the Pope's visit. Talia Lavin, a fact checker at The New Yorker, discussed her Jeopardy experience at 5:45pm. At 6:15pm, Richard Gere spoke about his new movie Time Out of Mind.
Some people will be celebrating the Pope's arrival in Philadelphia in some unusual ways.
The nation's top security officials are coming to town today to review plans for Pope Francis's visit.
The US is one of the world's leaders in executions, ranking behind China, Iran and Iraq.
Milder Thursday in Philadelphia region before snowstorm this weekend. Here's the weather forecast.
A town hall hosted by DataOne, the company behind a proposed data center, sought to reassure the community about the project's potential impact on Vineland.
A Mansfield Township landlord allegedly used chloroform when he molested two of his tenants, officials said.
San Francisco Giants outfielder Jung Hoo Lee was detained by Customs and Border Protection agents at LAX on Wednesday.
George Raveling, a former Villanova star player and coach, might be best known as the guy who helped bring Michael Jordan to Nike in the 1980s.
Milder Thursday in Philadelphia region before snowstorm this weekend. Here's the weather forecast.
The new owners of the shuttered Crozer-Chester Medical Center plan to bring back essential health care services to thousands in Delaware County.
A town hall hosted by DataOne, the company behind a proposed data center, sought to reassure the community about the project's potential impact on Vineland.
Philadelphia could see the heaviest snow of the season this weekend, but it all depends on the storm's track. Here's what we know.
A Mansfield Township landlord allegedly used chloroform when he molested two of his tenants, officials said.
The man was electrocuted and died inside the Brith Sholom Apartments in West Philadelphia, officials said.
The new owners of the shuttered Crozer-Chester Medical Center plan to bring back essential health care services to thousands in Delaware County.
Penn Medicine has a new way to reduce hospital noise, as monitors and alarms can be stressful for patients, especially premature babies.
The Lower Merion Police Department donated hours to help detective Dan Gilbert after he received news that his wife had cancer.
Mural artists are creating No. 1 sculptures celebrating historic places and inventions that were created in Philadelphia.
A town hall hosted by DataOne, the company behind a proposed data center, sought to reassure the community about the project's potential impact on Vineland.
A Mansfield Township landlord allegedly used chloroform when he molested two of his tenants, officials said.
A 42-year-old Millville man was charged with attempted murder after allegedly firing multiple gunshots at New Jersey State troopers, state police said.
Ahead of a major weekend winter storm, many airlines are dropping change fees so travelers can rebook their flights.
A Luzerne County man was arrested for vandalizing a Humpty Dumpty statue at a mini golf course in Cape May, police said.
Philadelphia could see the heaviest snow of the season this weekend, but it all depends on the storm's track. Here's what we know.
Delaware State Corp. Matthew Snook was shot and killed inside a Wilmington DMV in late December 2025.
New Castle County Police are searching for Richard Kirchner, of Elkton, Maryland, after he allegedly ripped off several homeowners.
U.S. Army Lt. Col. Louis E. Roemer, who died as a POW during World War II, has been officially accounted for.
A flock in Kent County, Delaware, tested presumptive positive for avian influenza, officials say.
Penn Medicine has a new way to reduce hospital noise, as monitors and alarms can be stressful for patients, especially premature babies.
A Philadelphia doctor said some chatbots can be dangerous for children.
A special art show at Bryn Mawr Rehab Hospital aims to raise community awareness about cognitive and physical disabilities.
A special group of students in West Philadelphia received a surprise celebration on Friday before heading to college Monday.
New Jersey has confirmed its first pediatric flu death of the 2025-26 season, which health leaders warn has been seeing cases spread at alarming rates.
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.
A multi-vehicle crash on Lincoln Drive in Philadelphia left one person dead and four other people injured Thursday night.
Officials in Philadelphia say they're working to reopen the Center City bus terminal in time for celebrations of America's 250th birthday.
Morning express trains on SEPTA's Regional Rail will resume Monday, Jan. 12, after months of delays and commuter frustrations.
A crash on Chester Pike knocked out power in Norwood and Prospect Park early Thursday morning.
Motorists running the red light at the intersection of Kelly Drive and Eakins Oval in Philadelphia will start getting $100 fines on Jan. 8.
San Francisco Giants outfielder Jung Hoo Lee was detained by Customs and Border Protection agents at LAX on Wednesday.
George Raveling, a former Villanova star player and coach, might be best known as the guy who helped bring Michael Jordan to Nike in the 1980s.
Devin Booker scored 27 points as the Suns beat the 76ers 116-110 on Tuesday night in a matchup of teams playing the second game of a back-to-back.
Phillies legends Chase Utley, Cole Hamels and Jimmy Rollins each fell short of making the Hall of Fame.
After a dramatic growth spurt and work at Ascent Athlete, St. Joe's Prep pitcher Cole Kuhn is throwing the baseball world a major curveball.
George Raveling, a former Villanova star player and coach, might be best known as the guy who helped bring Michael Jordan to Nike in the 1980s.
The 2026 Songwriters Hall of Fame inductees were revealed on "CBS Mornings" on Wednesday. See the full list.
Jake Dillon, the musician behind Delco Donny, is using his virality to share his original songs while teaching music to others.
Scott Adams, the cartoonist who created the "Dilbert" comic strip, has died at the age of 68, his first ex-wife revealed on Tuesday.
The 2026 Golden Globes honored the standouts in both film and television from last year. See the full list of winners and nominees.
Ukee Washington reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Ukee Washington reports.
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.
Bill Kelly has the latest NEXT Weather forecast as the Philadelphia region prepares for a snowstorm this weekend.
Bristol Township in Bucks County is getting equipment ready for what could turn into a major snowstorm in the Philadelphia region this weekend.
The meeting comes as data centers tied to artificial intelligence face growing scrutiny nationwide, particularly over their resource demands.
Some businesses are adopting a common houshold practice to help lower health risks. Stephanie Stahl reports.
Families in Delaware County are still adjusting to the freezing tempratures sweeping the area as a snowstorm looks to bring several inches of snow. Madeleine Wright reports.