GOP Rep. says "there is a little bit of wiggle room" on default date
House Speaker Kevin McCarthy said Sunday that he and President Joe Biden had a "productive" call,.
House Speaker Kevin McCarthy said Sunday that he and President Joe Biden had a "productive" call,.
How could a 145-year-old change to the US Constitution that gave citizenship to former slaves serve as a path out of the debt ceiling drama? Government officials and legal authorities are divided over whether it does.
Some Democrats want President Biden to use the 14th Amendment to raise the debt limit. Using this authority would allow the president and the United States to continue to pay its bills on time.
"It's hard to overstate how bad it would be," one expert said. Everything from Social Security payments to your retirement fund could get hit.
Without a deal, Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen has said the U.S. could be unable to pay its bills and might default on its debt as soon as June 1.
Breaching the debt ceiling may sound esoteric, but financial experts warn it could hurt Americans financially in a number of ways.
On Tuesday, President Biden is expected to meet again with top congressional leaders to continue discussions on raising the nation's debt ceiling.
Republican and Democrats talked behind the scenes over the weekend, with no formal deal announced, as President Biden and top congressional leaders say they are working toward some sort of agreement.
President Biden and top Congressional leaders have yet to reach an agreement on the debt limit crisis.
Millions of Social Security recipients "need to be very careful" about spending because payments could be delayed, one expert said.
Former President Donald Trump said in a CNN town hall that Carroll's story was "fake" and "made up," despite the swift and unanimous verdict.
Republicans and Democrats still appear far apart on raising or suspending the debt ceiling. The five leaders are expected to meet again Friday.
The federal government caps the amount of money it can borrow. But what are the risks if Congress fails to lift the debt limit?
Chris details the latest storm currently ravaging the region, the passage of another raise in the debt ceiling, and a plan to sue fast food restaurants to pay for health related issues. He also talks with former pitcher and new Phillies Broadcaster Jamie Moyer.
Chris Stigall voiced his outrage with Republicans who joined the Democrats to send a "clean" bill raising the debt ceiling to the Senate this morning on Talk Radio 1210 WPHT.
Chris is providing Karen Hepp Snow Baggies to listeners in the suburbs and discussing the deal in the House of Representatives to raise the debt ceiling and the Phillies new broadcast team.
Just hours before the midnight deadline, a deal is struck.
Chris remains skeptical about global warming as today's drop to the lowest in two years and he is surprised at the commotion surrounding whether or not Beyonce lip synched the National Anthem at the Presidential Inauguration. He also talks to Congressman Mike Fitzpatrick about the debt ceiling, State Representative Daryl Metcalfe about making Pennsylvania a right-to-work state, and Tom McGrath from the Philly Post.
Chris reviews the press conference held by President Obama on the debt ceiling and gun control and discusses it with John Hayward from Human Events. He also talks to Pennsylvania's Lt. Governor Jim Cawley and discusses some polls conducted among Pennsylvanians by Harper Polling with Brock McLeary.
Chris awaits tommorrow's report on gun violence from Vice-President Joe Biden, he reviews the weekends NFL playoff matchups and the Golden Globe awards, and he explains the evolution from the Obamacare mandate to a mandate "plus." He also talks to Michael Bronstein and Colin Hanna about the fight to raise the debt ceiling.
Chris analyzes the Obama Administration's next move to implement gun control, the President's next set of cabinet nominations, and he details New Jersey Governor Chris Christie's media rounds following his State of the State address. He talks to Senator Pat Toomey about the debt ceiling debate and Governor Corbett about his decision to sue the NCAA over sanctions imposed against Penn State.
Chris details the cabinet nominations revealed yesterday by President Obama and the excitement that surrounded Alabama Quarterback AJ McCarron's girlfriend during last night's national championship game. He also discusses New Jersey Senate President Steve Sweeney's latest politization of Hurricane Sandy, Senator Pat Toomey's intentions for raising the debt ceiling, and a brawl at the Cherry Hill Mall.
Grover is the ultimate in single interest constituencies in Washington. He is not accountable to anybody. He does not disclose who funds him, who pays him to do what he does or how much he is paid to blackmail GOP Members of Congress to sign his pledge not to raise taxes.
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.
Governor Corbett says the likely loss of federal dollars as a result of the debt ceiling deal in Washington is a good example of why he didn't want to spend the surplus from last year's budget.
Philadelphia police said an industrial worker was killed after he was electrocuted and fell three stories from a scaffolding structure in Kensington Saturday morning.
On Monday, Republican Vice Presidential candidate JD Vance will be in Philadelphia to discuss the economy.
Former New York congressman George Santos is expected to enter a guilty plea in federal court Monday on Long Island.
We will see some rain Saturday around the Philadelphia region, but the bigger concern is Sunday, a NEXT Weather Alert Day.
The CDC said the outbreak is linked to turtles with shells less than four inches in length.
Philadelphia police said an industrial worker was killed after he was electrocuted and fell three stories from a scaffolding structure in Kensington Saturday morning.
On Monday, Republican Vice Presidential candidate JD Vance will be in Philadelphia to discuss the economy.
Former New York congressman George Santos is expected to enter a guilty plea in federal court Monday on Long Island.
Looking for live music or craving a comedy show? No need to look any further. The Philadelphia area is filled with star-studded performances, festivals, and sports games you won't want to miss!
We will see some rain Saturday around the Philadelphia region, but the bigger concern is Sunday, a NEXT Weather Alert Day.
Philadelphia police said an industrial worker was killed after he was electrocuted and fell three stories from a scaffolding structure in Kensington Saturday morning.
On Monday, Republican Vice Presidential candidate JD Vance will be in Philadelphia to discuss the economy.
We will see some rain Saturday around the Philadelphia region, but the bigger concern is Sunday, a NEXT Weather Alert Day.
The Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. is mourning the loss of their brother after his Uber driver made an illegal turn and crashed on Kelly Drive.
Philadelphia police are asking for the public's help in identifying three suspects wanted for stealing a license plate from a police vehicle.
We will see some rain Saturday around the Philadelphia region, but the bigger concern is Sunday, a NEXT Weather Alert Day.
Even though Hurricane Ernesto is still hundreds of miles away, the Ventnor City Beach Patrol anticipates swimming will be restricted to waist-deep water this weekend, if allowed at all.
Looking for live music or craving a comedy show? No need to look any further. The Philadelphia area is filled with star-studded performances, festivals, and sports games you won't want to miss!
Black-owned Free Haven Farms is one of the few USDA-certified organic farms in New Jersey, located in a community created by abolitionists.
Sen. Bob Menendez officially ended his election campaign on Friday, days before he is set to resign and just after Gov. Phil Murphy appointed a successor.
We will see some rain Saturday around the Philadelphia region, but the bigger concern is Sunday, a NEXT Weather Alert Day.
It'll be warmer in the Delaware Valley today and Friday, with temperatures in the upper 80s. Humidity and the chance for storms will ramp up heading into the weekend.
Wednesday in the Philadelphia region will once again be filled with sunny skies, comfortable temps and low humidity.
Team USA dominated the 2024 Paris Olympics with a total of 126 medals, and the efforts of athletes from Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware were crucial to this success. Here's a recap of how these local stars made their mark.
A Newark, Delaware, apartment building was evacuated after a large fire broke out Tuesday afternoon, fire officials said.
The CDC said the outbreak is linked to turtles with shells less than four inches in length.
On Saturday, Temple Health will hold a community block party where Philadelphians can get free services and screenings.
Philadelphia singer Jessy Kyle created a new bra inspired by her medical journey, which included a heart attack and kidney transplant.
Parents and other caregivers urged to stop using loungers linked to 5 fatalities and an infant bed tied to 1 death.
Trader Joe's reports 14 incidents of high flames, a handful resulting in minor burns and limited property damage.
Wawa broke ground in West Virginia, moving into an area where rival Sheetz already operates dozens of stores.
Carter Melons sells mouth-watering watermelons with red, yellow and orange flesh, and the business is a family operation dating back seven decades.
The decades-long Atlantic City Airshow tradition was canceled last month and now local businesses are feeling the pain.
Videoboards are being added to the stadium among other improvement projects.
Monday's nice weather made for a busy day on the boardwalk in Ocean City, New Jersey.
The man who died in the crash on Kelly Drive in Philadelphia was the passenger of an Uber that made an illegal turn, police said.
SEPTA Regional Rail trains were delayed Thursday night because of power loss near 30th Street Station, the agency said.
Work is underway for Phase 1 of the 14-mile, multi-year plan spanning from West Chester Pike to Interstate 95 in Delaware County, Pennsylvania.
The Noble Street Bridge in Philadelphia is closed indefinitely because of problems with the support beams, officials said.
SEPTA says parking fees will return in a phased approach beginning on Monday, Sept. 23, and daily parking rates will increase.
Trea Turner hit a bases-loaded single over a drawn-in outfield in the bottom of the ninth and the Philadelphia Phillies beat Washington 3-2 on Friday night.
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The Philadelphia Phillies will play 16 of their 31 Spring Training games in Clearwater, Florida, at BayCare Ballpark.
The Eagles rallied back from a 13-6 deficit in the fourth quarter to beat the New England Patriots.
Council Rock Newtown will now face Salem Little League, the New England region champs, on Saturday.
A new movie called "Yall Drawn" is a mix of comedy and exaggerated reality that highlights Philadelphia's vibrant culture while casting a shadow on the senseless violence involving young people.
Looking for live music or craving a comedy show? No need to look any further. The Philadelphia area is filled with star-studded performances, festivals, and sports games you won't want to miss!
"Happy Gilmore 2" is holding an open casting call for New Jersey "locals." Here's your chance to be an extra.
The Grammy-winning Philadelphia Orchestra's 2024-25 season highlights include a Wagner opera and M. Night Shyamalan hosting.
Taylor Swift's blockbuster "Eras Tour" resumed in London on Thursday after her concerts in Vienna were canceled earlier this month because of an alleged terror plot.
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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.
Donald Trump rallies in Wilkes-Barre Saturday, Kamala Harris and Tim Walz kick off a swing state tour in Pittsburgh Sunday, and JD Vance campaigns in Philadelphia on Monday. Pennsylvania's 19 electoral votes will be key for whoever wins the White House in November - and both the Republican and Democratic presidential campaigns are courting the Keystone State heavily, Ross DiMattei reports.
Both major parties' presidential and vice presidential candidates are making stops in Pennsylvania between now and Monday. Jan Carabeo has your latest headlines with weather from Tammie Souza.
NEXT Weather Meteorologist Tammie Souza has the forecast for the Philadelphia region including Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware - where we're expecting scattered showers on Saturday with heavier rain falling on Sunday. Any downpours Sunday could produce flooding, so be careful and do not drive through flooded roads. Down at the Jersey Shore and Delaware beaches, high surf and potential rip currents due to Hurricane Ernesto are producing dangerous conditions in the ocean. Pay attention to lifeguards and follow all safety recommendations.
After a week straight of arguably some of the best weather this summer it all comes to an end this weekend. Grant Gilmore has the forecast.
A water main break caused flooding and traffic troubles near Main Street in Manayunk. It happened on Cresson Street between Carson Street and Green Lane. The water department said the eight-inch main broke around 2 p.m. Friday. Crews shut off the main, pumped out the standing water and began making repairs.