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The Pennsylvania Hospital Association is trying to persuade Governor Corbett to expand Medicaid in the state with an argument they hope will appeal to him, the economic development advantages of the program.
Health officials say at least 24 people have become sick from an outbreak of E. coli infections linked to frozen snack foods marketed to children.
A consumer watchdog organization that reviewed thousands of meals for children says 97 percent of kids' meals didn't meet nutritional standards from the Center for Science in the Public Interest.
Researchers believe that dietary fiber works by forming a gel in the stomach and in the intestines. And this slows the absorption of food and nutrients and doesn't make people eat as much food.
The Washington, D.C.-based group, Families USA, released the report Wednesday.
3 On Your Side Health Reporter Stephanie Stahl has more on a new product that's said to offer up the same kick without the liquid.
There's a difference between eating the right amount of calories and eating the right foods.
Three years after passage of a law designed to create medical marijuana dispensaries in New Jersey, supporters say the Christie administration has done all it can to block the measure's implementation.
The AARP offers driving refresher classes to those over age 50. Bill O'Brien teaches twice a month throughout South Jersey.
Parents of children five and under are being asked to "up their game" in terms of keeping the kids from getting their hands on adult medicines.
How healthy you are is strongly linked to where in Pennsylvania you live, according to the results of a new county-by-county study that found Philadelphia the least healthy county and neighboring Chester the healthiest in the state.
An all-day training session was taking place at Bucks County Community College, designed to help area social workers, behavioral health professionals, and other disaster response personnel bolster their disaster response training.
A new robot is on duty at Doylestown Hospital, killing dangerous microorganisms by zapping them with ultraviolet light.
JoAnna Zammiello, a clinical oncology nutritionist at Cancer Treatment Centers of America in Philadelphia, says cutting out whole food groups doesn't make sense.
Are you in a mixed marriage when it comes to weight? As Health Reporter Stephanie Stahl tells us, it's worse if the woman is overweight.
Twenty-five years after 9/11, people gathered at the Garden of Reflection to remember the nearly 3,000 people who were killed and reflect on the lasting impact of the tragedy.
Rocco Becht threw for 268 yards and three touchdowns, leading No. 16 Penn State to a 27-9 victory over Temple.
Two people died and two others are in custody after unrelated crashes in Lehigh County on Friday, officials say.
Palmer admitted to a central role in a cargo theft ring that targeted trucks in the middle of the night in Philadelphia.
A driver and a passenger were taken to a hospital after a crash that damaged multiple parked cars in North Philadelphia.
Two people died and two others are in custody after unrelated crashes in Lehigh County on Friday, officials say.
Palmer admitted to a central role in a cargo theft ring that targeted trucks in the middle of the night in Philadelphia.
A driver and a passenger were taken to a hospital after a crash that damaged multiple parked cars in North Philadelphia.
The daytime hours Saturday in the Philadelphia region will be comfortable, but the NEXT Weather team is tracking evening rain.
Twenty-five years after 9/11, people gathered at the Garden of Reflection to remember the nearly 3,000 people who were killed and reflect on the lasting impact of the tragedy.
The daytime hours Saturday in the Philadelphia region will be comfortable, but the NEXT Weather team is tracking evening rain.
CBS News Philadelphia remembers the local families whose lives were forever changed by 9/11.
Twenty-five years after the 9/11 attacks, the firefighters who responded to Ground Zero still carry the memories of what they saw and experienced there.
John Rodak was working on the 104th floor of the World Trade Center's South Tower on 9/11.
Early morning clouds and lingering showers will give way to afternoon sunshine and drier air in the Philadelphia region Friday.
The daytime hours Saturday in the Philadelphia region will be comfortable, but the NEXT Weather team is tracking evening rain.
Early morning clouds and lingering showers will give way to afternoon sunshine and drier air in the Philadelphia region Friday.
You may need your umbrella later on Thursday evening in the Philadelphia region.
Wednesday will be another warm and dry day in the Philadelphia region, as there are no weather issues to deal with if you are going outside.
Hannah Kleitz's grave was robbed in 2002 and her remains were found in 2011, but she wasn't reunited with her grave until 2026.
Four vaccinated people in Pennsylvania have contracted measles, health officials say.
Ron Fazio helped people escape the World Trade Center on 9/11, and 25 years later, his son Rob is honoring his father's legacy through Hold the Door for Others, a nonprofit helping people grow through grief and tragedy.
After helping rescue a trapped NYPD officer from the World Trade Center rubble on 9/11, Cooper trauma surgeon Dr. John Chovanes went on to serve in Iraq and now trains military medical teams for combat at Cooper University Hospital in Camden.
The Kindle Hill Foundation, a special equine therapy program, has a variety of programs, including one focused on first responders.
New York City officials released thousands of previously unseen documents questioning the air quality at Ground Zero following the 9/11 attacks.
New Jersey floral designer Alisha Simone Bell said she puts her "whole heart" into every arrangement and every detail.
On Tuesday, Pennsylvania took a major step in the fight against the negative impacts of social media, particularly on children.
Thieves are smashing windows and targeting trading card stores looking for valuable Pokémon cards, police in South Jersey say.
Customers lined up to support Somerdale Cold Cuts as it reopened after a copper theft.
While some assume landlords are required to provide air conditioning, the law is not nearly as clear-cut as it is for heat in the winter
SEPTA is receiving a federal grant worth more than $13 million to replace its aging Silverliner IV Regional Rail fleet.
For the first time in a decade, the Philadelphia Cycling Classic returns this weekend.
Beginning Sunday, several bus routes in Philadelphia are changing, including the addition of two new routes.
A deadly crash in Warminster is under investigation Sunday, police said.
PennDOT is advising drivers about an overnight closure on the Schuylkill Expressway westbound in West Philadelphia between 30th Street and the interchange with I-676 East.
Rocco Becht threw for 268 yards and three touchdowns, leading No. 16 Penn State to a 27-9 victory over Temple.
The Braves extended their lead in the NL East division to five games with a walkoff win in the opening game of a key series against the Philadelphia Phillies.
A list of Pennsylvania high school football scores for September 11, 2026.
South Philly is gearing up for a busy football weekend with Temple and Penn State playing Saturday before the Eagles open their season Sunday against the Commanders.
Jonathan Greenard, the Eagles' prized offseason acquisition, was ruled out for Sunday's season opener against the Commanders.
The Landmark Ritz Five movie theater in Philadelphia's Old City neighborhood has reopened after a brief closure.
"Sunday Morning" looks back at the astonishing career of the queen of country music, whose talent, warmth, wit, and philanthropy made her a genuine, once-in-a-generation luminary.
Three AMC Theatres in the Philadelphia region are holding special screenings to celebrate the life and legacy of Dolly Parton.
Stella Parton said her sister Dolly told her "that if there was no hope for her, she would still allow her medical team to try experimental drugs in the hope of helping others in the future."
Tim Curry was known for his iconic performances in cult classics like "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" and the original screen adaptation of Stephen King's "It."
Ukee Washington reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Ukee Washington reports.
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.
Twenty-five years later, America honors the thousands killed on Sept. 11, 2001. Natasha Brown and Jan Carabeo share stories of survival, loss and hope from families around the Philadelphia region.
A trailer loaded up with a TV and sound system, and a grill for gameday eats was the first one in the lots at Lincoln Financial Field on Saturday. Chilekasi Adele chats with Tim and John from Bucktown, Pennsylvania as they set up their tailgate for the Temple-Penn State game — the first matchup between the teams in 10 years.
Runners got to see aircraft take off up close as they took part in the annual PHL 5K Run and Walk. Chilekasi Adele reports.
Philadelphia police say a speeding driver smashed into four parked cars near 2nd and Cumberland streets early Saturday morning.
Saturday is a pleasant day, but rain arriving overnight could present flood risks. NEXT Weather Meteorologist Tammie Souza has the latest forecast.