Trump Asks For $7.9 Billion Down Payment For Harvey Relief
President Donald Trump has sent lawmakers an initial request for a $7.9 billion down payment toward Harvey relief and recovery efforts.
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President Donald Trump has sent lawmakers an initial request for a $7.9 billion down payment toward Harvey relief and recovery efforts.
White House Press Secretary Sarah Huckabee Sanders made the announcement at a briefing Thursday.
Trump was asked about his controversial decision during a joint press conference with the president of Finland on Monday.
The President has said he wants to visit the state as soon as he can to show his support.
The presidential memorandum also bans the Department of Defense from using its resources to provide medical treatment regimens for transgender individuals currently serving in the military.
Sebastian Gorka has resigned from his position as a top counter-terrorism adviser to President Donald Trump.
President Donald Trump has pardoned former sheriff Joe Arpaio following his conviction for intentionally disobeying a judge's order in an immigration case.
On today's show, Rich discussed the ACLU apologizing for white supremacy, Congressman Tim Ryan arguing that Democrats need to be the party of lower taxes, and Donny Deutsch diagnosing Donald Trump as a sociopath. At 4pm, Pennsylvania Gubernatorial Candidate Scott Wagner.
In the book, the former secretary of state will describe what it was like to run against now-President Donald Trump as the first woman nominated by a major US political party.
Congressional investigators have unearthed an email from a top Trump aide that referenced a previously unreported effort to arrange a meeting last year between Trump campaign officials and Russian President Vladimir Putin, according to sources with direct knowledge of the matter.
House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi slammed the president for making the threat.
On today's show, Rich discussed Donald Trump's speech in Phoenix, Arizona, ESPN's decision to remove an announcer named Robert Lee from a University of Virginia football game broadcast, and a NSA whistle blower's claim that the DNC was never hacked by Russians. At 5pm, Trevor Thrall, a Senior Fellow at the Cato Institute. At 5:30pm, Andrew C. McCarthy, Contributing Editor at National Review.
North Korea had more harsh words for the US on Wednesday.
A 51-year-old man and his 17-year-old son appeared in court on Sunday and an arrest warrant has been issued.
On today's show, Rich discussed Donald Trump's decision to increase U.S. military presence in Afghanistan, the fight to remove a statue of former Philadelphia Mayor Frank Rizzo, and whether or not the president will pardon Sheriff Joe Arpaio. At 5pm, Luke Coffey, the Director of Foreign Policy at The Heritage Foundation.
Army Col. Kurt Schlichter spoke with Chris Stigall on Talk Radio 1210 WPHT about President Donald Trump's strategy to Afghanistan.
President Donald Trump says he shares the frustration of Americans with the nation's long war in Afghanistan.
At the White House, despite all the warnings from experts about the risk of eye damage, President Donald Trump took off his eclipse glasses and looked directly at the sun.
On today's show, Rich discussed Donald Trump's military strategy in Afghanistan, The National Museum of African American History and Culture's decision to feature Colin Kaepernick in an exhibit but not Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas, and the solar eclipse. At 3pm, political commentator and author Dick Morris.
President Donald Trump's chief strategist Steve Bannon is out at the White House, two administration officials told CNN on Friday.
Steve Bannon returned to Breitbart News as executive chairman on Friday following his ouster from the White House.
On today's show, Rich discussed Donald Trump's decision to ouster White House Chief Strategist Steve Bannon, a call from the left to remove the presidential monument etched into Mount Rushmore, and the indictment of a former IT staffer to Debbie Wasserman Schultz. At 4pm, Marian L. Tupy from the Cato Institute. At 4:35pm, comedian Jim Breuer. At 5:35, radio personality Anthony Cumia.
Wednesday morning Philadelphia Mayor Jim Kenney weighed in on the President's off-the-cuff Tuesday press conference in which some feel he defended and justified the actions of white supremacists and Neo-Nazis, calling the speech a disgrace.
On today's show, Rich discussed Rev. Al Sharpton arguing that monuments to Thomas Jefferson shouldn't be funded by tax payer dollars, the media's overreaction to Donald Trump's comments on Charlottesville, and whether or not a statue of former Philadelphia Mayor Frank Rizzo will be removed. At 4:20pm, columnist Stu Bykofsky.
Philadelphia leaders and historians are opening up about President Donald Trump's recent comments about the deadly racial violence in Charlottesville, Virginia.
Cardi B announced her "Little Miss Drama Tour," making a stop in Philadelphia's Xfinity Mobile Arena on April 7, 2026.
The fifth Eradicate Hate Global Summit continued in Pittsburgh on Tuesday.
Phillies fans can now enter a lottery until 11:59 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 12, to get the chance at buying 2025 playoff tickets.
The Philadelphia Department of Revenue is sending an urgent warning to taxpayers about a recent text message scam.
Danny Briere said Carter Hart will not sign back with the Flyers after the goalie told the team he wants a "fresh start" after his acquittal on sexual assault charges.
Cardi B announced her "Little Miss Drama Tour," making a stop in Philadelphia's Xfinity Mobile Arena on April 7, 2026.
The fifth Eradicate Hate Global Summit continued in Pittsburgh on Tuesday.
Phillies fans can now enter a lottery until 11:59 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 12, to get the chance at buying 2025 playoff tickets.
The Philadelphia Department of Revenue is sending an urgent warning to taxpayers about a recent text message scam.
Danny Briere said Carter Hart will not sign back with the Flyers after the goalie told the team he wants a "fresh start" after his acquittal on sexual assault charges.
The Philadelphia Department of Revenue is sending an urgent warning to taxpayers about a recent text message scam.
From high-speed cameras to pressure-mapping insoles, a biomechanics lab is breaking down the Eagles' tush push play and what it could mean for training and injuries.
The Philadelphia Cycling Classic is set to return in 2026 after a 10-year break, the mayor's office said.
Siblings in Delaware County opened letters their father sent home during World War II, thanks to a dedicated postage collector.
Taking care of people and knowing about their medical conditions supplies this Penn Medicine nurse with all kinds of ideas for her art.
6 years after she vanished from Bridgeton City Park in Cumberland County, New Jersey, investigators are using artificial intelligence to help in the investigation of Dulce Maria Alavez's disappearance.
Residents packed a Tabernacle Township, New Jersey, meeting Monday night, pleading with officials to save a local rescue squad.
The Bayada Regatta gives athletes with physical and intellectual disabilities the opportunity to be their best on and off the water.
Since 2013, The Camden County Police Department has emphasized unity policing — using community engagement events to build trust and reduce crime.
Camden County leaders canceled a town hall scheduled for Friday after the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.
A 4-month-old is dead after a driver who was allegedly fleeing from police in Wilmington crashed near I-95 Tuesday morning.
Police in Delaware had to disperse an unruly crowd of over 1,000 people, where they say gunshots were fired, after the annual Wilmington Hispanic Parade had concluded.
Delaware State Police identified the teenage boy killed after an e-bike crashed into the side of a school bus in Dover on Friday afternoon.
Authorities are investigating after a plane reportedly crashed in Dover, Delaware, on Tuesday afternoon, police said.
Showers will slowly clear out of the area, and temperatures will increase as the day continues, before we head into a mostly sunny work week.
Taking care of people and knowing about their medical conditions supplies this Penn Medicine nurse with all kinds of ideas for her art.
The nutrition education is a part of Eat Right Philly, which is a School District of Philadelphia initiative that relies on federal funding from the SNAP-Ed program.
When a Delaware County woman said her health insurance suddenly cut off coverage for critical medication, she turned to an unlikely source for help.
Left fielder Brandon Marsh and relief pitcher Matt Strahm met with Lincoln Hanson, a Delco boy battling cancer, on Friday.
If you've ever wondered where the happiest places in Philly are, Drexel University's Happiness Lab has already done the research for you.
For businesses that sell imported goods in Philadelphia, trade policy and tariffs bring an extra layer of uncertainty this year.
The curfew will now apply beyond Kensington to Fairhill, Germantown, Nicetown, Hunting Park, Frankford and Mount Airy.
The agreement takes effect on July 1, 2026.
Philadelphia boutiques and clothing shops are going all in for the Eagles as the 2025 NFL season starts vs. the Cowboys on Thursday.
A free grocery store in Philadelphia's Kensington neighborhood is once again bustling with customers after a nearby fire forced it to close weeks ago.
With SEPTA service restored, riders are paying more for rides with a 21.5% fare hike in effect.
Speed cameras have been installed at 15 locations from North to South Broad Street in Philadelphia to catch drivers going over the speed limit.
Two people were flown to an area hospital in unknown conditions, Montgomery County officials tell CBS News Philadelphia.
Some cyclists in Philadelphia fear the court order is a step in the wrong direction for street safety.
SEPTA fares will increase on Regional Rail, subways, buses and trolleys Sunday as service is restored following the reversal of the cuts.
Phillies fans can now enter a lottery until 11:59 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 12, to get the chance at buying 2025 playoff tickets.
Danny Briere said Carter Hart will not sign back with the Flyers after the goalie told the team he wants a "fresh start" after his acquittal on sexual assault charges.
From high-speed cameras to pressure-mapping insoles, a biomechanics lab is breaking down the Eagles' tush push play and what it could mean for training and injuries.
The Philadelphia Phillies won the NL East Division but still have plenty to play for, including a possible first-round bye.
J.T. Realmuto drove in the go-ahead run on a sacrifice fly in the 10th inning, capping a wild 6-5 comeback victory by the Philadelphia Phillies over the Los Angeles Dodgers that clinched the NL East title in the series opener between division leaders.
Cardi B announced her "Little Miss Drama Tour," making a stop in Philadelphia's Xfinity Mobile Arena on April 7, 2026.
One of Hollywood's leading actors, Robert Redford starred in such movies as "Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid" and "The Way We Were."
Netflix's "Adolescence" won big at the 77th Annual Primetime Emmy Awards on Sunday, earning six awards, including best limited series.
Don't miss a moment of the 2025 Emmys. Here's how to watch the action live, from the red carpet to the awards show.
From Phishtown Fest and Philly's 3rd Annual Black Wine & Spirits Fest to Ocean City's Air Show weekend, there's something in the Delaware Valley for everyone to choose from.
Ukee Washington reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
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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.
CBS News Philadelphia visited two restaurants in Montgomery County where food has a special meaning for the culture it represents.
Philadelphia Eagles safety Reed Blankenship surprised the kids at John Moffet School in North Philadelphia. The Blankenship Family Foundation presented a check for $8,000 to push the school across the finish line in its $20,000 fundraising goal for steam equipment. Reed and his wife, Elsa, took a tour of the school to see the learning spaces.
Officials announced the Philadelphia Cycling Classic bike race is set to return to the city in summer 2026. Reporter Dan Snyder reports from the infamous Manayunk Wall.
The safety of hormone therapy for menopause symptoms such as hot flashes and night sweats depends on when it's started, new research indicates. Reporter Stephanie Stahl has the latest.
A 4-month-old boy has died after a driver who was allegedly fleeing from police in Wilmington, Delaware, crashed early Tuesday morning.