Is Baby Recession Over? U.S. Births Up After Years Of Decline
It appears the baby recession really is over: Preliminary figures show U.S. births were up last year for the first time in seven years.
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It appears the baby recession really is over: Preliminary figures show U.S. births were up last year for the first time in seven years.
Researchers are testing a possible breakthrough in the treatment of type 1 diabetes. An inexpensive generic vaccine has shown promise, giving longtime patients new hope.
The number of Philadelphia women dying within one year of giving birth is growing and a maternal mortality report issued by the Philadelphia Heath Department shows a lack of health care isn't the problem.
Culinary literacy took center stage at the Free Library of Philadelphia Tuesday night.
The Food and Drug Administration announced Tuesday the heart clogging fats will be eliminated from the food supply.
Researchers found that while about 15 percent of all children in Pennsylvania covered by Medicaid receive psychotropic drugs -- drugs that work on their brains -- about 45 percent of those in foster care do.
Volunteers helped aging drivers review their driving issues, polish their skills, and learn techniques for adapting to declining abilities.
The Obama administration has given conditional approval for Pennsylvania to set up a health care marketplace in the event that the US Supreme Court upends the federal health care law.
Indulging your chocolate cravings could turn out to be a good thing.
The American Thoracic Society issued new recommendations Monday.
The Biotechnology Industry Organization ("BIO") is attracting 15,000 attendees who from 47 states and 60 countries.
Now, a new effort is getting underway to get those children health care coverage.
South Jersey newlyweds are celebrating a new lease on life. Their wedding was temporarily side-tracked with a long awaited trip to the hospital. The bride needed a kidney transplant and as she was about to exchange vows with her true love - fate intervened.
The Philadelphia Corporation for Aging is urging everyone to check in on older neighbors, friends, and family members.
A pair of bills to be debated next week in the New Jersey Senate and Assembly would grant hospitals designated "level one trauma centers" exclusivity in providing EMS services in the towns in which they are located.
Multiple people were seen walking on the frozen Schuylkill River in Philadelphia Sunday, amid the ninth straight day of freezing conditions.
D'Hani Cobbs, a freshman wide receiver on Villanova's football team, was charged with sexually assaulting another student in December 2025.
Sunday marks nine consecutive days with a high temperature below freezing, the longest subfreezing stretch since 2004.
Jalen Hurts has been named to the Pro Bowl for the third time in his career, replacing Super Bowl-bound Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold on the NFC roster.
Carl Henderson, owner of the popular sports memorabilia and novelty shop Carl's Cards & Collectibles, has died, according to a social media posts shared by the store.
D'Hani Cobbs, a freshman wide receiver on Villanova's football team, was charged with sexually assaulting another student in December 2025.
Multiple people were seen walking on the frozen Schuylkill River in Philadelphia Sunday, amid the ninth straight day of freezing conditions.
Jalen Hurts has been named to the Pro Bowl for the third time in his career, replacing Super Bowl-bound Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold on the NFC roster.
Carl Henderson, owner of the popular sports memorabilia and novelty shop Carl's Cards & Collectibles, has died, according to a social media posts shared by the store.
Registration for Philadelphia's iconic 10-mile Broad Street Run is now open for 2026.
Crossing guards in Gloucester City, New Jersey, are worried about their children navigating snowy, icy intersections.
These are the schools closing, opening late and moving to virtual learning on Thursday following the weekend snow.
A Delaware County man was arrested for allegedly stalking and harassing New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill, U.S. Marshals said Wednesday.
Despite a sunny sky, South Jersey residents continue to dig out of the snow.
These are the schools closing, opening late and moving to virtual learning on Wednesday following the weekend snow.
A teenager and a 21-year-old man were injured in a shooting in Wilmington Monday afternoon, police said.
Following Sunday's major winter storm, multiple businesses, organizations and event centers are staying closed on Monday.
With the Philadelphia region expecting a major snowstorm this weekend, here's the best choice of ice melt to keep you safe.
A major winter storm is headed to the Philadelphia region, forecast to bring at least 6 inches to the area. Here's what to know.
Delaware State Corp. Matthew Snook was shot and killed inside a Wilmington DMV in late December 2025.
There's new hope for a devastating cancer in dogs that's often deadly because there are no early warning signs.
A Philadelphia nonprofit is finding job opportunities for people with mental health and intellectual challenges.
In New Jersey, nearly half a million people lost enhanced Affordable Care Act tax credits this year, but the impact goes far beyond those who got the credits.
Hospitals in the Philadelphia area are seeing an increasing number of injuries related to the winter weather.
Four-year-old Jackson Roberts isn't able to smile on his own because of a condition called Moebius syndrome.
Former Sheetz president and CEO Steve Sheetz has died at age 77, the Altoona-based company announced on Monday.
The post-Christmas return rush was underway at shops and malls across the Philadelphia area.
With product return fraud on the rise, an emerging company is using AI to help spot issues.
Here are mall opening and closing hours for the Christmas and Christmas Eve holidays around the Philly region.
Through Amazon Now, customers can get household items, cosmetics, electronics, groceries and more delivered in about 30 minutes or less.
Traffic is starting to move again on Roosevelt Boulevard after a fatal crash shut down the road in both directions Friday morning.
Snow-covered sidewalks, freezing temperatures and more have made commutes challenging for many public transit riders across Philadelphia.
Philadelphia is closing several roads in Center City Tuesday night to remove snow after a winter storm dumped nearly 10 inches over the weekend.
Transportation service will ramp up gradually Monday across the Philadelphia area following the weekend snowstorm.
A multi-vehicle crash on Lincoln Drive in Philadelphia left one person dead and four other people injured Thursday night.
D'Hani Cobbs, a freshman wide receiver on Villanova's football team, was charged with sexually assaulting another student in December 2025.
Jalen Hurts has been named to the Pro Bowl for the third time in his career, replacing Super Bowl-bound Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold on the NFC roster.
Joel Embiid scored 40 points to help the 76ers win just hours after Paul George was suspended for violating the NBA's anti-drug policy.
Quinton Byfield's overtime winner lifts the Kings over the Flyers 3-2, extending Philadelphia's slide to four straight losses.
Paul George of the Philadelphia 76ers has been suspended for 25 games for violating the NBA's anti-drug program.
Music's biggest night returns Sunday with the 68th annual Grammy Awards. Here is how to watch and stream and what to know.
Catherine O'Hara was best known for her comic performances in projects including "Home Alone," "Beetlejuice," and "Schitt's Creek."
From Alfa Romeo to Volvo, 27 brands are taking part in the largest Philadelphia Auto Show since before COVID-19.
Among the 25 films selected by the Library of Congress to be preserved for future generations are "The Big Chill," Wes Anderson's "The Grand Budapest Hotel," the Civil War drama "Glory," and John Carpenter's "The Thing."
Bruce Springsteen has released a song in honor of Alex Pretti and Renee Good titled "Streets of Minneapolis."
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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.
The Philadelphia Police Department is urging people not to walk on the city's frozen rivers as the Delaware Valley continues to deal with freezing conditions.
Crews are still working to clean up Philadelphia streets and sidewalks a week after a storm dumped more than 9 inches of snow on the city. Reporter Eva Andersen has the latest.
Amazon Fresh and Amazon Go stores across the U.S. are shutting down after the company said the model wasn't unique enough to be profitable. Sunday is the last day to shop at the location in Philadelphia's Northern Liberties neighborhood.
The Delaware Valley's stretch of below-freezing temperatures continues Sunday, and is likely to stick around on Monday. Looking ahead to the week, the NEXT Weather team is tracking a few chances for light snow this week.
Dozens of restaurants participating in City Restaurant Week have extended their deals until Wednesday due to last week's winter storm. Plus, SEPTA's new Regional Rail schedules go into effect Sunday, and the Delaware Valley's deep freeze continues with a ninth day below freezing.