New Jersey's Largest Teachers Union Takes Fight Over Pensions To Airwaves
The New Jersey Education Association is turning up the heat with a new media blitz starting Thursday
The New Jersey Education Association is turning up the heat with a new media blitz starting Thursday
Rich covered the aftermath of the Amtrak train derailment and talked with Dr. Rick Hong from Cooper University Health Care and Pennsylvania Senator Pat Toomey.
Rich discusses Gov. Chris Christie's expense report, Harry Reid's response to deflate-gate and Texas residents concerned about military training exercises. Rich spoke with Philly Mag's Associate Editor Joel Mathis about the Pope's visit, Former CIA Deputy Director Mike Morell about his new book and Investigative Journalist Seymour Hersh about his latest article exposing the Obama administration.
Former PA Governor Ed Rendell talks about NJ Governor Chris Christie spending $82,000 on concessions.
Rich explains why Mother's Day flowers are bad for the environment, home-schooled students should be allowed to participate in school sports, and why Saturday Night Live's Muhammed cartoon skit was not that courageous. He also talked with columnist Ruben Navarrette and comedian Greg Proops.
Christie was wrapping up a town hall event at Fury's Publick House bar in Dover Friday evening when he was confronted with the issue by a woman who said she was born and raised in New Jersey and was "beyond horrified" by the incident
New Jersey Governor Chris Christie defends Tom Brady.
Deputy attorney general Jean Reilly argued that any payment is subject to legislative appropriations every year and, in the end, whether the state can afford it.
Rich discusses a scholar suggesting parents stop reading to kids, actor Jeremy Renner calling Black Widow a slut, and ISIS taking credit for the shooting in Garland, Texas. He also spoke with Utah Senator Mike Lee, and Darpena Sheth from the Institute for Justice.
Therefore, New Jersey's ban on the alleged "junk science" practice remains in place.
Rich covers the indictment's of the police in Baltimore responsible for the death of Freddie Gray and indictments of three 'Bridgegate' conspirators. He also spoke with Dr. Mazz.
David Wildstein did not implicate Christie in the scheme that has cast a long shadow over the Republican governor's White House prospects in 2016.
During a series of Tweets Tuesday, New Jersey Governor Chris Christie announced that 150 State Troopers and other personnel will be sent to Baltimore to assist the riot-ravaged city.
Rich discusses the Supreme Court ruling on Rodriguez v. United States, Rand Paul calling John McCain and Lindsey Graham lapdogs for President Obama, and Jeb Bush praising the NSA. Rich also talks to Dennis Hof from the Moonlite Bunny Ranch.
The New Jersey Education Association announced it will no longer work with Gov. Christie's Pension and Benefits Study Commission until the administration catches up with fund payments it agreed to four years ago.
Rich reacts to a security video of ESPN's Britt McHenry going on a tirade against a parking lot employee, a waiter fired in Texas for identifying a table of customers as '5 Black Guys,' and the latest on Hillary Clinton's Presidential campaign. He talked to Cora Currier from the Intercept, vaping advocate Greg Conley, and bio-ethicist Art Caplan.
Rich discussed New Jersey Governor Chris Christie saying he would crack down on states that legalized marijuana if elected President, the links between Saudi Arabia and 9/11/ and the final scene of the Sopranos. The talked with former Senator Bob Graham and Dr. Mazz
If as President of the United States you would use the federal government to crush state power, you are not a conservative.
Chris Christie was greeted with Eagles chants in Atlantic City on Wednesday.
Rich discussed the latest report on the investigation into the VA, a teacher apologizing for having her class send get well letters to Mumia Abu-Jamal, and the Phillies selling tickets on Groupon. He also spoke with Congressman Mike Fitzpatrick, Ronnie Polaneczky from the Philadelphia Daily News and Michelle Singleton from the Washington Post.
Chris discusses the media coverage of Hillary Clinton traveling through Iowa, Whoopi Goldberg's warning of Marco Rubio, and IRS deadline day. He talks with Kelley Paul, wife of Rand about her new book "True and Constant Friends" and Philadelphia Magazine's Tom McGrath about Hillary Clinton's van tour.
Rich reviews the case of a man arrested for having sex with his wife, a 65 year-old woman in Germany that is pregnant with quadruplets, and a TSA screener in Denver fired for groping travelers. He talked with author Adam Goodheart, Steffon Josey-Davis, who is hoping for a pardon from New Jersey Governor Chris Christie, and Joel Mathis from Philadelphia Magazine.
Framing himself as a politician who's unafraid to share "hard truths" with the American people, New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie is proposing an income cap on Social Security benefits as part of major restructuring plan announced ahead of a likely presidential bid.
On Talk Radio 1210 WPHT, Rich Zeoli talked to Shaneen Allen, a Philadelphia resident who was arrested in New Jersey for having a licensed handgun she registered in Pennsylvania. Earlier this month, Governor Chris Christie granted Allen a full pardon on all of the charges against her.
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.
This week on The Heartbeat, Ashley Harder hears about Sprouts Farmers Market, which offers a wide selection of natural and organic foods.
The former president called Harris a "happy warrior" and vowed to do all he can to help her defeat former President Donald Trump in November.
France's high-speed rail network was hit by serious acts of criminal vandalism just hours before the Paris Olympics opening ceremony, officials say.
The Philadelphia region will be rewarded with sunshine, low humidity and seasonably mild temps on Friday after an excessively muggy stretch.
Malinda Hoagland, 12, died in May 2024 after a long period of what law enforcement described as in-home torture and abuse.
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.
Philadelphia DA Larry Krasner said the driver accused of hitting and killing CHOP doctor Barbara Friedes turned himself into police and faces homicide charges.
This week on The Heartbeat, Ashley Harder hears about Sprouts Farmers Market, which offers a wide selection of natural and organic foods.
The former president called Harris a "happy warrior" and vowed to do all he can to help her defeat former President Donald Trump in November.
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.
A new community thrift store in Philadelphia's Brewerytown section is giving the formerly incarcerated and people battling with addiction a chance at a fresh start.
A mother who recently gave birth on the Pennsylvania Turnpike reunited with the worker who helped her through the difficult situation.
A bullet grazed a 72-year-old woman during a shooting in South Philadelphia on Thursday, police said.
SEPTA's Market-Frankford Line is getting a much-needed upgrade to its aging fleet of railcars. On Thursday, SEPTA agreed to a contract with Hitachi Rail STS USA, Inc. to purchase up to 240 new railcars.
A police officer and K-9 received minor injuries in a crash in Trenton on Thursday, police said.
Pertussis, commonly known as whooping cough, is on the rise, and vaccination rates are declining.
After a muggy and wet day on Wednesday (in spots), the pattern continues on Thursday with a greater chance for storms during the evening.
President Joe Biden intervened Wednesday after NJ Transit's negotiations with the union representing engineers stalled.
Despite New Jersey expressing interest in the Sixers building their new arena 76 Place in Camden, the team says it remains "focused" on staying in Philadelphia.
After a muggy and wet day on Wednesday (in spots), the pattern continues on Thursday with a greater chance for storms during the evening.
The muggy air and unsettled weather pattern kicks up a bit on Wednesday with mostly cloudy skies, temps in the 80s and showers.
A special mission for a family of doctors in Delaware is they're raising awareness about facial differences that millions of children are born with including their own. Meet the Catersons.
Vice President Kamala Harris visited Wilmington, Delaware, to meet with campaign staff. Delawareans shared their reactions to President stepping aside.
The Philadelphia region is back to a typical summer pattern today with sunshine, highs near 90 and increasing humidity.
Pertussis, commonly known as whooping cough, is on the rise, and vaccination rates are declining.
Doctors say now is the time to start making appointments for back-to-school vaccinations. Here is a vaccine reminder for parents.
A special mission for a family of doctors in Delaware is they're raising awareness about facial differences that millions of children are born with including their own. Meet the Catersons.
The number of Lyme disease cases last year in Montgomery County was over 7,000. Those numbers are on the rise.
An Instagram account that started as a tribute to her mother is now helping millions support each other with the struggles of Alzheimer's disease.
The U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee filed a federal lawsuit this week alleging Prime, Logan Paul's energy drink company, of infringing on the committee's trademarks.
People across the Delaware Valley are making changes to their summer schedules to try and find ways to survive the scorching heat.
Many people have to work in blazing hot temperatures from the Main Line to South Jersey and down the shore. But others get to work in the freezing cold to bring joy to their community.
An Upper Merion, Pennsylvania man has been indicted on charges he defrauded hundreds of customers through his multiple businesses selling cemetery headstones.
Sheetz will now deliver beer to Pennsylvanians, the Altoona-based convenience store chain announced on Tuesday.
SEPTA's Market-Frankford Line is getting a much-needed upgrade to its aging fleet of railcars. On Thursday, SEPTA agreed to a contract with Hitachi Rail STS USA, Inc. to purchase up to 240 new railcars.
The Pennsylvania Turnpike Authority is rolling out "open road tolling" across the eastern portion of the Pennsylvania Turnpike and on the Northeast Extension.
Most airlines are bouncing back, but Delta canceled more flights at Philadelphia International Airport on Tuesday, days after the CrowdStrike outage.
Pennsylvania State Police say a driver was seriously injured after a tree fell on their car on I-476 north in Delaware County on Thursday morning.
Norwegian Cruise Line will begin offering trips out of the Port of Philadelphia starting in 2026, the cruise line announced Wednesday.
Haddonfield beat perennial powerhouse Toms River, 9-5, in North Jersey to secure the championship.
The Philadelphia Eagles traded their best pass rusher to the New York Jets. Haason Reddick is now holding out for a new contract as training camp begins, and Bryce Huff is expected to replace that production.
On Thursday, the Philadelphia Flyers and Travis Konecny agreed to an 8-year contract extension with an annual average value of $8.75 million.
There's a new Cutch in Pittsburgh.
Eagles running back Saquon Barkley believes he was treated fairly in the HBO show "Hard Knocks," despite not knowing his side of the conversation with Giants management was being recorded.
"Mr. Vance, I pray that your daughter is fortunate enough to bear children of her own one day," Jennifer Aniston said.
Creator of the former HBO show remarked on the similarities between its fictional storyline and current political reality.
Rapper and sports fan Snoop Dogg will carry the Olympic flame through the suburb of Saint-Denis, north of Paris.
Charli XCX, George Clooney and Spike Lee are among the celebrities who say they are supporting Kamala Harris' campaign to become the first woman president of the United States.
An album of dark songs recorded in a bedroom at his rented farmhouse in 1982, reflecting the upheaval in his life in-between "The River" and "Born in the U.S.A.," helped solidify Springsteen's status as one of music's most soulful voices.
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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.
Ylaine Zhu a School District of Philadelphia student, is among the newest Gates Scholars.
Did you know a mara is a rabbit-like rodent? Peanut the Patagonian Mara is joining the Cape May County Park and Zoo's education team, meaning she will be an ambassador animal the zoo can bring to schools and events.
The 2024 presidential race is heating up in battleground Pennsylvania, with multiple upcoming events for both the Republican candidate Donald Trump and the likely Democratic nominee Kamala Harris.
Railcars from Hitachi will be coming to the Market-Frankford Line in Philadelphia in 2029, with a full delivery by 2031. Jan Carabeo has your morning headlines with weather from Kate Bilo.
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, Wakisha Bailey reports in this Focusing on the Future.
SEPTA agreed to a contract with Hitachi Rail STS USA, Inc. to purchase up to 240 new railcars. The new railcars are scheduled to be delivered in 2029, and the full fleet will be in Philly by the end of 2031, according to SEPTA