Pentagon Set To Lift Transgender Ban
The Defense Department could announce as soon as this week how it will lift the ban on transgender persons serving in the U.S. military, according to several defense officials.
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The Defense Department could announce as soon as this week how it will lift the ban on transgender persons serving in the U.S. military, according to several defense officials.
They are expected to officially update their policy, which goes beyond just bathrooms.
This year's new recommendations on trans athletes could come front and center.
Rich discussed President Obama endorsing Hillary Clinton, Clinton's email compromising CIA names and Bernie Sanders vowing to stay in the race to fight off Donald Trump. He also discussed the approval of Philadelphia's soda tax, the Stanford rape case and more. Rich spoke with Heather Scholl at 4:35pm.
Stacey Dash is weighing in on everything from gun control to feminism and why she thinks transgender people should go to the bathroom in the bushes.
Rich discussed President Obama increasing overtime eligibility, Gov. Ed Rendell's controversial comments about unattractive women and Gov. Tom Wolf implementing ignition locks. He also played the voicemail messages left for Roberta Lange and Bernie Sanders accuses Debbie Wasserman Schultz of 'throwing shade'.
Rich discussed the role PA will play in the upcoming election, drinking on the boardwalk in AC and the latest news regarding the Amtrak derailment. He also discussed Hillary Clinton battling a heckler, President Obama's defense of transgender bathrooms and high schools banning flags. Rich spoke with Gov. Ed Rendell at 4:20pm.
Rich discussed the Obama administration's directive regarding transgender bathrooms and Hillary Clinton's disapproval of the second amendment. He also discussed security lines at airports, the struggle for free speech at a local brewery and the latest controversies surrounding Bill Clinton. Rich played the 'Who Said It Game' at 5:35pm.
Chris discussed President Obama's last White House Correspondents' Dinner, protesters boycotting Donald Trump in California and Ted Cruz's thoughts regarding transgender bathrooms. He spoke with Michael Bronstein and Colin Hanna on the Monday Morning Matchup about Presidential candidates reaching 1,237 delegates at 7:00 and 60 Minutes contributor Lesley Stahl about her book, Becoming Grandma, at 8:00.
After years of treating him like a boy, the school was effectively outing him.
Kaeley Triller, a victim of sexual abuse explains why she thinks transgender people should not have the option of choosing the bathroom they use.
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.
ESPN has announced that it has fired network analyst and former Boston Red Sox pitcher Curt Schilling following his comments on Facebook about transgender people.
"We welcome transgender team members and guests to use the restroom or fitting room facility that corresponds with their gender identity."
Children questioning their sexual identity need the right guidance, and it should start early.
She had been stabbed numerous times in the neck and chest.
The Cherry Hill Public Schools Board of Education said Friday that it's planning to adopt the policy next month.
Philadelphia police say they've made an arrest in the murder of a transgender woman last week.
A new poll shows Caitlyn Jenner's recent transition from male to female, and the impossible-to-escape publicity surrounding it, wasn't a watershed moment.
Rich covered a New York Times story on Florida Senator Marco Rubio's driving record, a video released yesterday of a police officer in McKinney Texas forcibly restraining a 15-year-old girl, and a man being prosecuted in Montana for hate speech for denying the Holocaust.
Rich discusses Bruce Jenner's transition to Caitlyn, a father being arrested for leaving his son unattended in a truck, and the decline of voicemail. He also talks with David Broome, the Executive Producer of the Briefcase.
Rich discusses the expiration of the Patriot Act, Caitlyn Jenner's photo shoot for Vanity Fair, and the Supreme Court ruling that a man was wrongly convicted for posting threats on Facebook. He also talked with authors Josh Packard and Matthew Schmitz, and labor lawyer Rick Grimaldi.
In the 1970s, Bruce Jenner was a symbol of American masculinity as an Olympic champion. Nearly 40 years later, in an extraordinary television interview, Jenner told the world that he identifies as a woman and has felt gender confusion since he was a little boy growing up in the New York suburbs.
The bill approved by a state Senate committee on Monday would not require transgender people to undergo gender reassignment surgery.
A sex change operation has been completed in the Philadelphia area on one of the youngest patients ever.
The Philadelphia Eagles' roster could change before the regular season opener vs. the Commanders, but here's who made the cut.
A Pennsylvania man died when he lost control of his motorcycle and crashed into another rider, police say.
"Sunday Morning" looks back at the astonishing career of the queen of country music, whose talent, warmth, wit, and philanthropy made her a genuine, once-in-a-generation luminary.
Kyle Schwarber hit a go-ahead RBI single and Trea Turner had a two-run single in a three-run 10th inning in the Philadelphia Phillies' victory Saturday.
Sunday is off to a nice start in the Philadelphia region, but the NEXT Weather team is tracking heat and storms this week.
Two people died and eight others were hurt in a shooting on Locust Street in Trenton early Sunday morning, officials say.
The Philadelphia Eagles' roster could change before the regular season opener vs. the Commanders, but here's who made the cut.
A second robbery with an AR-style rifle happened in Center City early Friday morning, Philadelphia police said.
Philadelphia police are investigating an officer who failed to help a person in the street who was killed in a hit-and-run in Olney.
A Pennsylvania man died when he lost control of his motorcycle and crashed into another rider, police say.
A Pennsylvania man died when he lost control of his motorcycle and crashed into another rider, police say.
A second robbery with an AR-style rifle happened in Center City early Friday morning, Philadelphia police said.
Two men were hospitalized after being shot on West Westmoreland Street in Philadelphia, police say.
Nelson Contreras-Gelves' wife and employer are fighting to get him released from Immigration and Customs Enforcement custody.
Victory Brewing Company's taproom in Philadelphia reopened Friday night after health officials said they found mice and roaches during an inspection earlier this week.
Two people died and eight others were hurt in a shooting on Locust Street in Trenton early Sunday morning, officials say.
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill signed a law Friday making cocktails to-go permanent.
Seven New Jersey college students had to find a new place to live after heavy rain flooded their home near Rowan University this week.
Three AMC Theatres in the Philadelphia region are holding special screenings to celebrate the life and legacy of Dolly Parton.
After a rainy Thursday, the Philadelphia area will see a partly sunny and warm Friday with a few scattered showers and storms.
After a rainy Thursday, the Philadelphia area will see a partly sunny and warm Friday with a few scattered showers and storms.
Thursday is a NEXT Weather Alert day with a round of showers and thunderstorms becoming more widespread from midday through the afternoon and evening.
Wednesday will be another beautiful late August day with dew points in the mid-50s and low 60s, so humidity will be nice and low.
Interactive exhibits and some artifacts dating back more than 100 years help detail the transformation of the Mother African Union Church.
Tuesday will be another beautiful day in the Philadelphia region with sunshine, low humidity and highs near 82 degrees.
After losing her mother, Sarah Kagan wants to change how employers deal with grief.
Pennsylvania health officials say two people who had measles died in the state, but Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is questioning that.
A Philadelphia police officer taking daraxonrasib for pancreatic cancer says the drug is giving her hope.
Pennsylvania has recorded its first two deaths connected to measles in 35 years.
The trial at Temple's Fox Chase Cancer Center is testing the experimental treatment in patients with myelofibrosis who aren't responding to traditional therapies.
New Jersey floral designer Alisha Simone Bell said she puts her "whole heart" into every arrangement and every detail.
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
For the first time in a decade, the Philadelphia Cycling Classic returns this weekend.
Beginning Sunday, several bus routes in Philadelphia are changing, including the addition of two new routes.
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.
The Philadelphia Eagles' roster could change before the regular season opener vs. the Commanders, but here's who made the cut.
Kyle Schwarber hit a go-ahead RBI single and Trea Turner had a two-run single in a three-run 10th inning in the Philadelphia Phillies' victory Saturday.
The Philadelphia Union beat the New York Red Bulls 3-1 on Saturday night to extend their unbeaten streak to seven.
Pinch hitter Edmundo Sosa hit his first career grand slam with two outs in the ninth inning, and the Phillies roared back for a 5-3 victory over the Los Angeles Angels.
Tanner McKee struggled in the competition with Andy Dalton to back up Jalen Hurts as the Eagles lost to the Bengals, 30-13, in the preseason finale.
"Sunday Morning" looks back at the astonishing career of the queen of country music, whose talent, warmth, wit, and philanthropy made her a genuine, once-in-a-generation luminary.
Three AMC Theatres in the Philadelphia region are holding special screenings to celebrate the life and legacy of Dolly Parton.
Stella Parton said her sister Dolly told her "that if there was no hope for her, she would still allow her medical team to try experimental drugs in the hope of helping others in the future."
Tim Curry was known for his iconic performances in cult classics like "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" and the original screen adaptation of Stephen King's "It."
Hosts Nicole Michalik and Patty Jackson react after country music icon Dolly Parton dies at age 80.
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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.
Kelly's Seafood in the Bustelton neighborhood of Northeast Philadelphia is closing after 68 years in business.
If your pet is a scaredy cat, you can help him develop into a confident cat. Animal advocate Carol Erickson shares expert-backed tips to help.
Sunday starts nice and dry for the Philadelphia area, but scattered showers are possible later in the day and throughout the week. Meteorologist Tammie Souza has the NEXT Weather forecast.
After a 10-year hiatus, the Philadelphia Cycling Classic is underway, bringing fans and cyclists from around the world to the city. Reporter Ray Strickland was live along the Benjamin Franklin Parkway and talked to a local cyclist about what the race means to her.
Andrew Kozak is tracking some storms for the Philadelphia region on Sunday and next week. Here's the latest NEXT Weather forecast.