Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker Moves Ahead With Drug Testing Food Stamp Users
Gov. Scott Walker moved ahead Monday with his plans to make Wisconsin the first state to drug test able-bodied adults applying for food stamps.
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Gov. Scott Walker moved ahead Monday with his plans to make Wisconsin the first state to drug test able-bodied adults applying for food stamps.
Rich discussed N.C.'s bathroom bill, the passing of Prince and Pennsylvania fining Uber. He also discussed candidates campaigning in Pennsylvania, stories of Ed Snider throwing Trump out his suite and Clinton getting grilled about Wall Street Transcripts. Rich spoke with Dr. Mazz at 4pm and Rape survivor Kaeley Triller at 4:30pm.
Chris discussed Donald Trump defending his campaign manager following his being charged with assaulting a reporter and then disavowing his pledge to support the Republican nominee if the party does not choose him. He talked with Patrick Kerkstra from Philadelphia Magazine at 8:00 Chris discussed Donald Trump defending his campaign manager following his being charged with assaulting a reporter and then disavowing his pledge to support the Republican nominee if the party does not choose him. He talked with Patrick Kerkstra from Philadelphia Magazine at 8:00 about Pennsylvania Attorney General Kathleen Kane hiring former Montgomery County District Attorney Bruce Castor as an adviser and Jim Donovan and Brooke Thomas from CBS 3 at 8:50.
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.
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Rich discussed Gov. Scott Walker's visit to Philadelphia, the Republican debate and Cecil the Lion. He also spoke with Tom Rogan of the National Review about Jonathan Pollard and Matt Brouillette, President of the Commonwealth Foundation regarding the Townhall meeting and Presidential race.
Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker told Geno's Steaks owner Geno Vento he's had cheesesteaks with Cheez Whiz in Philadelphia before and would have been dripping the orange goo if he ordered his the usual way.
Chris analyzed Donald Trump's appeal, Rachel Dolezal's interview with Vanity Fair, and SEPTA's website crashing. He talked with John Hayward from Breitbart at 6:20 about the Netroots Nation conference, Nicole Russel from the Federalist at 7:00 about Taylor Swift's style of Capitalism, and Rick Santorum at 8:00 about his campaign for President.
Chris discussed the deal reached in Vienna on nuclear negotiations with Iran, Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker's declaration that he is running for President and an approaching mini-ice age. He also spoke with Clyde Wayne Crews Jr. from Forbes at 7:20 and La Salle University foreign policy analyst Ed Turzanski at 8:20.
Rich discussed Joaquin 'El Chapo' Guzman threatening Donald Trump, Jim Webb's comments about the Democratic party and Scott Walker's presidential bid. He also discussed whether jury duty is a civic duty, country stars protesting the Confederate Flag and President Obama commuting sentences of drug offenders. Rich spoke with Professor Nick Bromell about his article, Let's Make The Confederate Flag a Hate Crime at 5pm and CBS analyst Jill Schlesinger about the Greece debt crisis at 5:40pm.
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Rich analyzed the reaction to Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker failing to graduate college, an application to join Al-Qaeda found at Osama bin Laden's compound, and a hot dog vendor price gouging tourists. He also talked with Kirsten Powers from FOX News, WPHT's Chris Stigall, and Republican candidate for Mayor in Philadelphia, Melissa Murray Bailey.
Rich broadcasts from the Conservative Political Action Conference in Washington DC and talks with former Speaker of the House Newt Gingrich, Amber Smith from Concerned Veterans for America, Arthur Brooks from the American Enterprise Institute, Carolyn Bolton from American Majority, and Grover Norquist from Americans for Tax Reform.
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Rich discussed today's shooting at the University of North Carolina, Jon Stewart stepping down as host of the Daily Show, and President Obama seeking a war resolution from Congress. He also talked to Kaz Nejatian, the CEO of Kash.
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Chris reviews the recall elections in Wisconsin, talks to CBS 3's Ben Simoneau about flash mobs and to Larry Kane about privatization of the states liquor stores.
A man has been arrested in connection with a boating crash that killed two kids off the coast of Ocean County, New Jersey.
Two people are hospitalized after they were shot near North 5th and St. Paul streets in Philadelphia, police say.
Parents and coaches are helping Roman Catholic High School's football team after the training facility they use was damaged.
Saturday in the Philadelphia region will have plenty of sunshine before storms move into the Delaware Valley on Sunday.
Thousands of fans packed Xfinity Mobile Arena in South Philadelphia for the ceremonial weigh-ins ahead of UFC 330.
Thousands of fans packed Xfinity Mobile Arena in South Philadelphia for the ceremonial weigh-ins ahead of UFC 330.
A man has been arrested in connection with a boating crash that killed two kids off the coast of Ocean County, New Jersey.
A nanny who was arrested by ICE at PHL is back in Philadelphia after spending a month in federal custody.
Two people are hospitalized after they were shot near North 5th and St. Paul streets in Philadelphia, police say.
Parents and coaches are helping Roman Catholic High School's football team after the training facility they use was damaged.
Two people are hospitalized after they were shot near North 5th and St. Paul streets in Philadelphia, police say.
Parents and coaches are helping Roman Catholic High School's football team after the training facility they use was damaged.
Thousands of fans packed Xfinity Mobile Arena in South Philadelphia for the ceremonial weigh-ins ahead of UFC 330.
Philadelphia police are investigating whether two North Philly shootings that left two people injured 15 minutes apart Friday night are connected.
A nanny who was arrested by ICE at PHL is back in Philadelphia after spending a month in federal custody.
A man has been arrested in connection with a boating crash that killed two kids off the coast of Ocean County, New Jersey.
After a brief period of relief in 2025, car insurance costs are climbing again across much of the country.
The week ends with a hot, sticky, and mostly dry day in the Philadelphia region before the NEXT Weather maker arrives Sunday.
Cape May has a new curfew designed to curb teens' unruly behavior at the beach and promenade and restrictions on backpacks.
Rey Grabato II is wanted by the FBI for allegedly scamming hundreds of New Jersey investors out of millions.
East Side Little League of West Chester is heading to Williamsport for the 2026 Little League Baseball World Series.
After a brief period of relief in 2025, car insurance costs are climbing again across much of the country.
The week ends with a hot, sticky, and mostly dry day in the Philadelphia region before the NEXT Weather maker arrives Sunday.
The sweat meter returns to moderately high today, with dew points back in the 70s — you'll want a little extra hairspray before work.
The shooting drew a large police presence in Wilmington, Delaware, Tuesday morning.
An experimental treatment being tested in Philadelphia could offer new hope for people with ALS.
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In 2012, Emily Whitehead was the first pediatric patient to get a breakthrough cancer treatment that saved her life and is now helping others.
One Philadelphia mom who didn't trust organ donation changed her mind after she watched what happened with her son, "Jimmy Jam."
An incredible story of luck, bravery and medical expertise after a Glassboro dad gets impaled with a tree branch.
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
New Jersey is set to charge companies whose workers have Medicaid health coverage.
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.
Pennsylvania State Police are investigating two crashes, one of which was fatal, that happened hours apart on I-95 and I-76 in Philadelphia.
An overturned tractor trailer blocked traffic on the southbound lanes of Route 55 after a crash early Monday morning in Gloucester County, New Jersey.
A major rail injection saw service suspensions and delays after a SEPTA Regional Rail train derailed Wednesday in Philadelphia.
Parents and coaches are helping Roman Catholic High School's football team after the training facility they use was damaged.
Thousands of fans packed Xfinity Mobile Arena in South Philadelphia for the ceremonial weigh-ins ahead of UFC 330.
Philadelphia native Jeremiah Delgado said he is ready to bring the fire to his fight on Friday.
East Side Little League of West Chester is heading to Williamsport for the 2026 Little League Baseball World Series.
Kyle Schwarber smashed two home runs into the corn behind right field as the Philadelphia Phillies beat the Minnesota Twins 7-1 in the first game at the Field of Dreams movie site in four years.
Emily Mello is joining Mural Arts Philadelphia and will replace Jane Golden, who is leaving after more than 40 years with the organization.
The Philadelphia theater program created for Black girls returns with an original production exploring identity, immigration and the stories often left untold.
Vincent Pastore played Salvatore "Big Pussy" Bonpensiero on all six seasons of "The Sopranos," which aired from 1999 to 2007.
The Regal movie theater in King of Prussia said its IMAX 70mm projector is working again after an outage that affected screenings of "The Odyssey."
A warmup jacket worn by Wilt Chamberlain during the 1972 NBA finals that was found in an Oregon thrift store could fetch more than $150,000 in an auction closing Monday.
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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.
Fans are excited to welcome UFC to South Philadelphia as fight night comes to Xfinity Mobile Arena on Saturday.
The U.S. Mint in Center City Philadelphia is hosting a "Firstival" event Saturday as part of 52 Weeks of Firsts, a series celebrating America's 250th birthday.
The Philadelphia area can expect a beautiful summer Saturday before rain rolls in for Sunday. Meteorologist Tammie Souza has the NEXT Weather forecast.
Philadelphia police are investigating whether two shootings that happened Friday night are connected. The first wounded one person at Gratz and Diamond streets, while the second 15 minutes later left one person hurt at 25th and Elkhart streets.
Two people are in critical condition after they were shot inside a car on St. Paul Street in North Philadelphia early Saturday morning, police say.