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McConnell stepping down as Senate GOP leader, ending historic 17-year run
The Kentucky Republican, who turned 82 last week, announced his decision on the Senate floor on Wednesday.
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The Kentucky Republican, who turned 82 last week, announced his decision on the Senate floor on Wednesday.
The Senate Minority Leader commented on his health status during a broader discussion about foreign policy on "Face the Nation."
Capitol physician says there's "no evidence" McConnell has seizure disorder, stroke or Parkinson's.
"There is no evidence that you have a seizure disorder or that you experienced a stroke, TIA or movement disorder such as Parkinson's disease," the attending physician of Congress said.
The incident marks the second time McConnell appeared to freeze and fall silent for several seconds.
The video is raising concerns about the senator's health again.
81-year-old Mitch McConnell had just began his remarks to the press Wednesday when he just stopped talking, raising concerns in Washington.
Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell suddenly stopped speaking midsentence during a weekly news conference Wednesday.
Alabama Sen. Tommy Tuberville is waging an unprecedented campaign to try to change Pentagon abortion policy by holding up hundreds of military nominations and promotions.
Key lawmakers are approaching a deal on an economic relief package that would include unemployment benefits, but not state and local aid or a liability shield.
With COVID cases spiking nationwide, and the economy set to feel the effects, politicians start to get more serious about a stimulus package.
Democrats and Republicans agree on the need for a stimulus package, but disagree on specifics like stimulus checks and and the overall cost.
Containing the COVID-19 pandemic and rebuilding the economy top the list for the incoming Biden administration, and a stimulus package will be a key component.
With negotiations on a second round of stimulus ongoing, the chance of a package that can pass both the House and Senate seems remote.
House Democrats and the Trump administration agreeing on stimulus terms isn't even the biggest obstacle to a stimulus package.
On his way to lunch with Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, a protester shouted at the president and threw Russian flags.
AB Stoddard, from Real Clear Politics, says Donald Trump is not invested in the health care reform process and may turn on Republicans if it does not end well.
Newt Gingrich says he believes Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell is capable of putting the votes together to pass the Republican health care bill.
Kevin Wall fills in for Dom. Kevin discussed Karen Handel's win in the Georgia 6th district election, Republicans deciding on a new health care bill, the testimony of former Secretary of DHS, Jeh Johnson, on the Russian hacking and free speech on campus being discussed by the Senate Judiciary Committee.
On today's show, Rich discussed Mitch McConnell's vow to confirm Neil Gorsuch to the Supreme Court by the end of the week, democrat senators securing enough votes to filibuster Gorsuch's nomination, and the folks at Morning Joe continuing their attack on President Trump.
Chris discussed the upcoming confirmation vote for Supreme Court nominee Neil Gorsuch, the unmasking of General Michael Flynn during surveillance of Russian officials and the new lawyer representing Philadelphia District Attorney Seth Williams against corruption charges. At 8:00, he spoke with 94 WIP's Ike Reese to preview tonight's NCAA tournament final.
Chris covered the latest on the winter storm hitting the Delaware Valley today. He spoke with former Pixar CFO Lawrence Levy at 7:20 about his book, To Pixar And Beyond, veteran and author Mary Jennings Hegar at 8:00 about her book, Shoot Like A Girl and White House Deputy Press Secretary Lindsay Walters at 8:20 about the CBO scoring on the Republican alternative to Obamacare.
Chris discussed Donald Trump travelling to Delaware to greet the body of a fallen soldier, violent protests in Berkeley CA and Comcast employees protesting Trump's executive order instituting at travel ban. He spoke with Jay Carney from the Washington Examiner at 7:00 about Supreme Court Neil Gorsuch's previous rulings on religious liberty and comedian Bob Marley at 8:20 in advance of his performances this weekend at Helium Comedy Club.
Trump has repeatedly said Mexico will pay for the wall, but Mexican leaders oppose it and have said they won't finance it.
Chris discussed Mitt Romney's meeting with Donald Trump, Jill Stein's ongoing efforts to pursue recounts of the election results and Carrier's decision to keep a plant in the United States. He spoke with Victor Fiorillo at 8:00 from Philadelphia Magazine about the 40th anniversary of 'Rocky.'
The judge warned defense lawyers last week that telling jurors alleged details about Nadine Menendez's ex-boyfriend risks turning the trial "into a soap opera."
As Hurricane Beryl closed in on the southeastern Caribbean, government officials were pleading with people to take shelter from the dangerous Category 3 storm.
Usher accepted the lifetime achievement award at the 2024 BET Awards, and Will Smith debuted a single as he continued his comeback from slapping Chris Rock at the Oscars two years ago.
The Philadelphia 76ers made a big splash at the start of NBA free agency and signed nine-time All-Star Paul George to a max contract on Sunday, according to multiple reports.
Simone Biles is heading back to the Olympics along with Jordan Chiles, Jade Carey, Hezley Rivera and Suni Lee.
The Philadelphia 76ers made a big splash at the start of NBA free agency and signed nine-time All-Star Paul George to a max contract on Sunday, according to multiple reports.
The threat of severe weather is over, and the start of the week will be calmer.
The judge warned defense lawyers last week that telling jurors alleged details about Nadine Menendez's ex-boyfriend risks turning the trial "into a soap opera."
As Hurricane Beryl closed in on the southeastern Caribbean, government officials were pleading with people to take shelter from the dangerous Category 3 storm.
Usher accepted the lifetime achievement award at the 2024 BET Awards, and Will Smith debuted a single as he continued his comeback from slapping Chris Rock at the Oscars two years ago.
The threat of severe weather is over, and the start of the week will be calmer.
Your furry family members may be the most level-headed members of your household, according to Pennsylvania SPCA animal advocate Carol Erickson.
Streets in Ocean City, Margate and Sea Isle, New Jersey, flooded after torrential rain early Sunday morning, and another round of potentially severe storms later in the evening could create more flooding.
The CBS Philadelphia weather team has declared Sunday a NEXT Weather Alert Day as severe storms impact our area.
A 39-year-old man is accused of pulling up to a fight on a Kensington street, firing shots and later shooting a woman inside a home Friday afternoon, Philadelphia police said.
The threat of severe weather is over, and the start of the week will be calmer.
Streets in Ocean City, Margate and Sea Isle, New Jersey, flooded after torrential rain early Sunday morning, and another round of potentially severe storms later in the evening could create more flooding.
The CBS Philadelphia weather team has declared Sunday a NEXT Weather Alert Day as severe storms impact our area.
The community in Lumberton, New Jersey, is wrapping its arms around the family of Michael Stewart, a 6-year-old boy who drowned at a Bordentown summer camp earlier this week.
Potential severe storms could roll through late Saturday night and again Sunday afternoon into the evening.
The threat of severe weather is over, and the start of the week will be calmer.
Streets in Ocean City, Margate and Sea Isle, New Jersey, flooded after torrential rain early Sunday morning, and another round of potentially severe storms later in the evening could create more flooding.
The CBS Philadelphia weather team has declared Sunday a NEXT Weather Alert Day as severe storms impact our area.
Potential severe storms could roll through late Saturday night and again Sunday afternoon into the evening.
It's another summer weekend in Philadelphia and the streets are about to be bumping with music lovers, festival goers and sports fans. But the festivities go far beyond the city. Here's a list of events going on this weekend around the Delaware Valley.
Here is a preview of Jefferson Health's new outpatient facility, the Honickman Center, made in Philadelphia with hopes of making a doctor's trip less stressful.
Cones, chocolate bars and gummies sold nationwide found to contain toxic levels of chemical found in some mushrooms.
A behind-the-scenes look at a special camp called Variety for children and young adults with disabilities is underway in Montgomery County. The camp is all about fun and learning.
"We can serve payers very effectively from the footprint that remains," CEO Tim Wentworth says of the coming Walgreens closures.
Jen Dunlea, 22, is in a desperate fight for her life. She needs a lung transplant but has been rejected by most hospitals.
Gov. Phil Murphy and officials from Amtrak and NJ Transit announced a new plan Thursday to fix the agencies' problems.
Beating the heat with a South Philly staple: John's Water Ice has been serving a combination of fruit, sugar and frozen water in Italian ice since 1945 with a labor of flavor.
Pennsylvania's highest court will decide whether the cash-paying electronic game terminals that are commonplace in convenience stores, bars and elsewhere are unlicensed gambling machines.
You don't need to identify as LGBTQ+ or vegetarian to dig into the deliciousness at LesbiVeggies in Audubon.
Cake Life Bake Shop shared its mission for Pride Month to continue creating a welcoming space for all on Frankford Avenue as a woman and trans-immigrant owned business.
Route 422 eastbound was blocked near the Trooper Road exit around Oaks and Audubon, Pennsylvania, after a fatal tractor-trailer crash Friday.
A section of I-95 southbound was closed for several hours in Philadelphia after a tractor-trailer jackknifed and caught fire.
Part of I-95 northbound in Delaware was blocked Thursday after a crash involving two tractor-trailers.
PennDOT was forced to apologize to Philadelphia after a sign from Cottman Avenue to southbound I-95 had an embarrassing typo: "Cenrtal."
SEPTA Transit Police will begin issuing court-backed tickets in July for low-level crimes like alcohol consumption, public urination, smoking, littering and other offenses, the transportation service announced on Thursday.
The Philadelphia 76ers made a big splash at the start of NBA free agency and signed nine-time All-Star Paul George to a max contract on Sunday, according to multiple reports.
Simone Biles is heading back to the Olympics along with Jordan Chiles, Jade Carey, Hezley Rivera and Suni Lee.
Nicolas Batum, who will turn 36 in December, played a solid role on the Sixers in the 2023-24 season after landing in Philly as a part of the James Harden trade
The Philadelphia 76ers are in the midst of the biggest offseason in the Joel Embiid era. Keep track of the team's moves in free agency here.
Eric Gordon spent last season with the Phoenix Suns. He played 68 games, including 24 starts, and averaged 11.0 points and shot 37.8% on 3-pointers on about six attempts per game.
Usher accepted the lifetime achievement award at the 2024 BET Awards, and Will Smith debuted a single as he continued his comeback from slapping Chris Rock at the Oscars two years ago.
Families enjoyed holiday events across the region on Saturday as the celebration of America's birthday moves into high gear this weekend.
Martin Mull came to national fame with a recurring role on the Norman Lear-created satirical soap opera "Mary Hartman, Mary Hartman," and the starring role in its spinoff, "Fernwood 2 Night."
The zoo, which is typically open from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily, wrote on Facebook Friday morning that they would have to close down for water main maintenance.
It's another summer weekend in Philadelphia and the streets are about to be bumping with music lovers, festival goers and sports fans. But the festivities go far beyond the city. Here's a list of events going on this weekend around the Delaware Valley.
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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.
After applying to 13 colleges and being rejected by his dream school, Dexter Resa proves that with grit and heart, you can accomplish things beyond your wildest dreams and make history while doing it.
Meet 13-year-old Daphne Todas, a real-life karate kid from Mount Bethel, Pennsylvania, helping change the face of power sports like martial arts.
Andrew Kozak has the latest weather forecast for the Philadelphia region after severe storms moved through the area on Sunday night.
Andrew Kozak has the latest weather forecast for the Delaware Valley as we track severe storms.
Multiple South Jersey shore towns, including Margate, Ocean City and Sea Isle City, flooded after torrential rain overnight and early Sunday morning.
A heat advisory is in effect from 11 a.m. until 7 p.m. for all areas adjacent to the I-95 corridor, including Philadelphia, Wilmington, Delaware and Trenton, New Jersey. Sunday afternoon and evening, scattered showers and strong to severe storms will once again develop across the Delaware Valley.
President Joe Biden attended a fundraiser in New Jersey over the weekend, Pennsylvania lawmakers are running out of time to pass a state budget before the start of the new fiscal year, and Sunday is declared a NEXT Weather Alert Day due to extreme heat and potentially severe storms.