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Donald Trump will become a "natural ally" of Syria if he holds fast to a hard line on terrorists.
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Donald Trump will become a "natural ally" of Syria if he holds fast to a hard line on terrorists.
Eric Trump calls Hillary Clinton's handling of the Middle East 'a total mess.'
Foreign policy analyst Ed Turzanski says Russia accomplished what it wanted to in Syria and is now withdrawing troops.
Chris discussed Chris Christie appearing with Donald Trump at a campaign rally in Florida, Mitt Romney endorsing John Kasich and Hillary Clinton's claim that 'we didn't lose a single person' in Libya. He talked with economist Aaron Beam about ethics and business at 7:00 and foreign policy analyst Ed Turzanski at 7:20 about airstrikes against ISIS and Russia withdrawing troops from Syria.
Students at Villanova University Wednesday night held a vigil for the people of Syria who are in the middle of a civil war.
Fear over the US' acceptance of more Syrian refugees has sparked protests and debates across the country. In Pennsylvania, Governor Tom Wolf has said the Commonwealth will continue to welcome them after an extensive screening process.
Rich discussed governors refusing to let Syrian refugees in their states, Charlie Sheen being HIV positive and gender neutral toys. Rich spoke with Professor Ilya Somin, a professor at the George Mason University School of Law regarding Syrian refugees at 3:30pm. At 4:45pm, Rich spoke with Gov. Ed Rendell regarding Tom Wolf allowing refugees into Pennsylvania. At 5:20pm, Rich spoke with Scott Burris, the Director of the Center for Health Law, Policy and Practice and a professor at Temple University's Beasley School of Law regarding if Charlie Sheen could be sued by his exes.
Chris Christie's campaign statements have now become official state policy in New Jersey. The Governor has fired off a letter to the White House, informing President Obama the Garden State will not accept Syrian civil war refugees.
Filling in for Rich, Casey discussed President Obama putting boots on the ground in Syria, employees getting paid for answering e-mails and electric car charging stations in the works. Casey also discussed food allergies this Halloween, Jared Fogul's luring methods and President Obama singing Thriller.
Chris reviewed the news that Vice-President Joe Biden, himself, leaked the story that his son's dying wish was for him to run for President and the controversy surrounding ESPN's Jessica Mendoza calling a Major League Baseball playoff game. He also talked to Senator Pat Toomey at 8:20 about the introduction of the Thin Blue Line Act.
Bolton, in an interview with Dom Giordano on Talk Radio 1210 WPHT, asserted his belief that Iran cannot be counted on to uphold their end of the bargain.
Graham, talking to Chris Stigall on Talk Radio 1210 WPHT, warned that we need to beware of the close ties that Russian President Vladimir Putin is developing with the Iranians and the impact that will have in the Syrian conflict.
The civil war in Syria started more than four years ago, and now one Syrian family, who has been waiting three years for help, will touch down in Lancaster County on Monday.
Boyle told Gary R'Nel on Talk Radio 1210 WPHT the decision not to re-commit ground troops is more of political decision than a tactical one.
Kentucky Senator and 2016 Republican Presidential Candidate Rand Paul appeared at the National Constitution Center as part of Talk Radio 1210 WPHT's Speaker Series with Dom Giordano.
Rich covered Keith Olbermann's suspension from ESPN for tweets about Penn State, President Obama's veto of the Keystone XL Pipeline bill, and the VA Secretary telling a homeless veteran he served in special forces. He also talked to former federal prosecutor Sydney Powell.
Chris Stigall spoke with former Lieutenant Colonel and the current Headmaster at the Havertown School, John Nagl, about a piece he's written calling for more engagement in the fight against ISIL in Syria and Iraq.
Chris discussed the latest on the battle against ISIL in Iraq and Syria, New York Time Columnist Paul Krugman's defense of President Obama, and the Catholic Church's recent statements on homosexuality. He talked to Dr. John Nagl at 7:00 and Eagles General Howie Roseman at 8:20.
Chris discussed the beginning of the bombing campaign against Syria, President Obama and Leonardo DiCaprio addressing climate change at the United Nations, and the charges filed against three members of a group that assaulted a gay couple in Center City. He talked to John Hayward from Human Events at 7:00, and Tom McGrath from Philadelphia Magazine at 8:00.
Kean said he agrees with the plan to arm rebels in Syria but wishes we had begun the process years ago.
Turzanski, the John Templeton Fellow at the Foreign Policy Research Institute and a Political Science Professor at LaSalle University, said Pres. Obama's speech was politically motivated.
President Obama on Wednesday announced a comprehensive strategy to "degrade and ultimately destroy" the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS, or ISIL) that will broaden the U.S. military role to include airstrikes in Syria but not put any American combat troops on the ground in the region.
Many ancient mosques, temples, tombs, and other significant locations in the most heavily affected areas of Syria have seen severe damage during the nearly four years of conflict.
Chris reviews President Obama's handling of negotiations with Russia over chemical weapons in Syria. the Eagles loss to the Chargers, and Joe Biden's aspirations for the presidency. He talks to Jeff Roe and Michael Bronstein on the Monday Morning Matchup, Philles Broadcaster Larry Andersen, and CSN Philly's Ray Didinger.
As the world watched images of families dying from chemical weapons in Syria, a Jewish woman from Boston who survived the Holocaust was asking herself how this could happen again.
Montgomery County on Monday kicked off America's semiquincentennial week with a birthday bash celebrating Valley Forge National Historical Park.
Philadelphia will declare a heat health emergency when the heat index reaches 100, which is expected on Wednesday.
CBS Miami, Neighbors 4 Neighbors and Global Empowerment Mission are collecting donations to help families affected by the devastating earthquakes in Venezuela.
Workers at Philadelphia's largest unionized hotel have reached a tentative agreement to end a nine-day strike.
With multiple days of triple-digit heat in the forecast, organizers for Philadelphia's America 250 celebrations and FIFA Fan Festival are making changes to some outdoor plans.
Philadelphia will declare a heat health emergency when the heat index reaches 100, which is expected on Wednesday.
Montgomery County on Monday kicked off America's semiquincentennial week with a birthday bash celebrating Valley Forge National Historical Park.
CBS Miami, Neighbors 4 Neighbors and Global Empowerment Mission are collecting donations to help families affected by the devastating earthquakes in Venezuela.
Workers at Philadelphia's largest unionized hotel have reached a tentative agreement to end a nine-day strike.
A dangerous heat wave arrives in Philadelphia and the surrounding suburbs this week, where each day temps could surpass 100 degrees.
Montgomery County on Monday kicked off America's semiquincentennial week with a birthday bash celebrating Valley Forge National Historical Park.
Philadelphia will declare a heat health emergency when the heat index reaches 100, which is expected on Wednesday.
Workers at Philadelphia's largest unionized hotel have reached a tentative agreement to end a nine-day strike.
With multiple days of triple-digit heat in the forecast, organizers for Philadelphia's America 250 celebrations and FIFA Fan Festival are making changes to some outdoor plans.
A 12-foot bronze statue honoring "Smokin'" Joe Frazier now stands outside the Philadelphia Museum of Art.
A car went up in flames after crashing into a building along NJ 47/Delsea Drive in Vineland, New Jersey, around 1 a.m. Monday.
Aiden Logrande, 19, was arrested in connection with two vehicle arsons and multiple acts of criminal mischief in Washington Township, police said.
Police said a girl was shot and two boys were hit by a car after shots were fired outside a graduation party in Deerfield Township, Cumberland County.
Table to Table is on a mission to make sure nothing goes to waste at 2026 FIFA Men's World Cup celebrations in New Jersey.
A major procedural hurdle has been cleared for the future of the shuttered Wonderland Pier amusement park in Ocean City, New Jersey.
Delaware Sen. Chris Coons was injured in a crash that involved several vehicles in Sussex County Sunday afternoon, he announced on social media.
Police say a 19-year-old pointed a gun at a crowd and then fled from police, and an officer shot him during a foot pursuit.
Prosecutors allege John Wallace-Bey got into an argument with two co-workers, left work and later came back and shot them.
A man from New Jersey was charged after he allegedly hit and killed two teen pedestrians in Townsend, Delaware, over the weekend.
A 66-year-old woman who was riding an e-bike in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, died in a crash Saturday morning, state police said.
Philadelphia will declare a heat health emergency when the heat index reaches 100, which is expected on Wednesday.
At Jefferson Moss-Magee Rehabilitation Center, dogs are being used to help aphasia patients.
Janaylon Wright's cancer symptoms were overlooked for months. Her story, featured in a new report, reflects broader disparities in cancer care.
Vets emphasize that marijuana edibles often contain other highly poisonous ingredients like chocolate or artificial sweeteners, which can worsen the toxicity for dogs.
New research from Rutgers University says there could be a new connection between popular diet drugs and violent behavior.
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.
Three men died in a plane crash in Maryland Saturday night, police said.
Organizers say they want the FIFA Fan Festival in Philadelphia to be "soccer Coachella" for fans from around the world.
SEPTA and its police union have tentatively agreed to a new contract, averting a strike during a busy summer in Philadelphia.
Traffic is backed up on I-95 North in Philadelphia because of a crash near East Allegheny Avenue.
SEPTA says it's making improvements to the train station in the South Philadelphia Sports Complex.
A 12-foot bronze statue honoring "Smokin'" Joe Frazier now stands outside the Philadelphia Museum of Art.
The Phillies have three finalists for a starting job on the National League team: Alec Bohm, Brandon Marsh and Bryson Stott.
Kyle Schwarber became the first major leaguer to reach 30 homers this season with a two-run shot in the seventh inning that sent the Phillies to a 5-4 win over the Mets on Sunday.
Fans from Ghana and Croatia keep the festivities going in Philadelphia, with one World Cup match left before the city's monthlong celebration ends.
The New York Mets defeated the Philadelphia Phillies 6-2 on Saturday to stop their seven-game losing streak.
There appear to be new clues about the location of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding.
Clive Davis helped shape the careers of music stars including Janis Joplin, Bruce Springsteen and Whitney Houston.
Over 80 costumes by award-winning costume designer Ruth E. Carter are on display at the African American Museum in Philadelphia.
Brazilian fans visiting Philadelphia for the World Cup are avoiding dressing the Rocky statue in their team colors.
"The Sound of America," an original production set to world-premiere July 1 at FringeArts, reimagines Benjamin Franklin's life as a rock-and-roll spectacle.
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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.
Two of the three shootings in the city's Hunting Park neighborhood were deadly, police said.
Ahead of the Salute to Independence parade in Philadelphia on Friday, reporter Nikki DeMentri got a behind-the-scenes look at some of the floats as crews prepare them for the big event.
Five days before America's official 250th birthday party, one Pennsylvania county kicked off the week celebrating both the semiquincentennial and Valley Forge National Historical Park's 50th birthday party.
Chopper 3 was over what remains of the 1930s farmhouse on Highview Road in Hilltown Township, near Sellersville, Monday morning. The property was featured in Philadelphia Magazine back in 2022 after undergoing a major renovation and redesign.
A 12-foot bronze statue honoring boxing legend "Smokin'" Joe Frazier stands outside the Philadelphia Museum of Art, placing one of the city's most beloved athletes at one of its most recognizable landmarks. CBS News Philadelphia's Josh Sanders reports.