Host Committee Bringing PoliticalFest Back To Philadelphia For Convention Week
It's called PoliticalFest and it is the brainchild of former Pennsylvania Governor Ed Rendell.
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It's called PoliticalFest and it is the brainchild of former Pennsylvania Governor Ed Rendell.
A request for about 10,000 volunteers to help out with the July Democratic National Convention has produced an outpouring that now hovers around 17,000.
Former Pennsylvania Governor Ed Rendell addressed the guilty plea of a former aide on wire fraud charges, insisting there is more to the story that needs to come out.
Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton brought her campaign to South Jersey on Wednesday as she stumps for votes ahead of the Garden State's primary election in June.
An ethically challenged Democrat under federal investigation.
The presumptive Republican nominee told The Associated Press in an interview Tuesday "there's nothing to learn from them."
Bernie Sanders added another state to his tally against Hillary Clinton with a win in West Virginia on Tuesday.
Donald Trump has picked up all 36 delegates available in Nebraska's Republican presidential primary.
Donald Trump has delivered on a promised blowout win, even drawing symbolic support from West Virginians who can't vote for him until November.
Hillary Clinton stops at the campus of Camden County College in Blackwood for a rally at the Joseph Papiano gym at 1 p.m.
Donald Trump has not ruled out New Jersey Governor Chris Christie as his running mate.
President Obama was not "lucky" in winning two presidential campaigns. He ran masterful campaigns. How about sharing the focused hard work that went into those huge successes?
Gary Johnson says the Libertarian party is the best alternative to voters fed up with Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump.
Cable news commentator Juan Williams says Donald Trump's performance in the Republican primary has shocked him.
Gov. Chris Christie's decision to endorse Donald Trump back in February brought him plenty of derision at the time.
Heavy rain could cause flash flooding in the Philadelphia area Monday, but it will also bring cooler temperatures
After trading for Jaylen Brown in a blockbuster deal with the Boston Celtics, the Philadelphia 76ers are in the mix for LeBron James.
The FIFA World Cup matches in Philadelphia may be over, but the international tournament is helping fight food insecurity.
Ayzia J. Toledo and Henrietta F. Carter died in a crash in Gloucester County, New Jersey, state police say.
Police in Northeast Philadelphia are investigating an arson at a mosque.
After trading for Jaylen Brown in a blockbuster deal with the Boston Celtics, the Philadelphia 76ers are in the mix for LeBron James.
The FIFA World Cup matches in Philadelphia may be over, but the international tournament is helping fight food insecurity.
Ayzia J. Toledo and Henrietta F. Carter died in a crash in Gloucester County, New Jersey, state police say.
Police in Northeast Philadelphia are investigating an arson at a mosque.
The annual "She's My Sister" 8K Walk and Run brings attention to human trafficking and reminds people that the crime can happen close to home.
Ayzia J. Toledo and Henrietta F. Carter died in a crash in Gloucester County, New Jersey, state police say.
A roof partially collapsed Monday morning at a BJ's Wholesale Club amid heavy flooding in Ocean Township, N.J.
A worship service at a South Jersey church was filled with gratitude Sunday, less than 48 hours after a fire badly damaged the roof of the church.
A suspected lightning strike sparked a fire at a church in Medford, New Jersey, as severe thunderstorms moved through the area Friday night.
The sights and sounds of Independence Day were on full display in Haddonfield as the borough commemorated and celebrated America's 250th birthday.
The family of a 19-year-old man who was shot and killed by Wilmington Police last month is calling for body camera video of the incident to be made public.
Chopper 3 was over the fire, showing firefighters on the roof battling the blaze in the 1500 block of Clayton Road in Wilmington.
Communities in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware are planning fireworks and other celebrations to mark America's 250th birthday.
City council members in Wilmington, Delaware, want Kadir Skinner's family to be able to review bodycam footage within the next 72 hours.
Delaware Sen. Chris Coons was injured in a crash that involved several vehicles in Sussex County Sunday afternoon, he announced on social media.
New Jersey is set to charge companies whose workers have Medicaid health coverage.
Sierra Kile will join Phillies legends Charlie Manuel and Jimmy Rollins on Thursday to raise awareness about heart disease.
Medical teams are taking extra precautions during the heat wave, with thousands of visitors still expected to arrive at the FIFA Fan Festival at Lemon Hill.
Hospitals in the Philadelphia region are gearing up for an expected increase in patients with heat-related illnesses.
Philadelphia will declare a heat health emergency when the heat index reaches 100, which is expected on Wednesday.
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
New Jersey is set to charge companies whose workers have Medicaid health coverage.
Target is voluntarily recalling two types of baby wipes due to concerns that the products may be contaminated with bacteria that may cause "serious and life-threatening infections," the U.S. Food and Drug Administration said on Friday.
The Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board says it will begin approving the extended-hours permits for Philadelphia businesses within the next week.
Two top-rated and critically acclaimed restaurants in the Philadelphia area are receiving a new honor.
A major rail injection saw service suspensions and delays after a SEPTA Regional Rail train derailed Wednesday in Philadelphia.
Three men died in a plane crash in Maryland Saturday night, police said.
Organizers say they want the FIFA Fan Festival in Philadelphia to be "soccer Coachella" for fans from around the world.
SEPTA and its police union have tentatively agreed to a new contract, averting a strike during a busy summer in Philadelphia.
Traffic is backed up on I-95 North in Philadelphia because of a crash near East Allegheny Avenue.
After trading for Jaylen Brown in a blockbuster deal with the Boston Celtics, the Philadelphia 76ers are in the mix for LeBron James.
The FIFA World Cup matches in Philadelphia may be over, but the international tournament is helping fight food insecurity.
Ranger Suarez was unable to pitch in the 2024 All-Star Game because of back stiffness, and there is a chance the Red Sox left-hander will miss the July 14 event in Philadelphia because of a groin injury.
Philadelphia may have hosted its final 2026 Men's FIFA World Cup match, but the celebration at Lemon Hill is far from over.
Salvador Perez drove in two runs, Luinder Avile went five innings, and the Kansas City Royals snapped a four-game losing streak with a 5-2 win over the Philadelphia Phillies.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce were married as they celebrated their wedding with hundreds of guests Friday at Madison Square Garden in New York City.
Victor Willis, lead singer of the disco group Village People, whose hit "Y.M.C.A." became a fixture at rallies for President Trump, has died at the age of 74, his wife and the band said.
There appear to be new clues about the location of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding.
Clive Davis helped shape the careers of music stars including Janis Joplin, Bruce Springsteen and Whitney Houston.
Over 80 costumes by award-winning costume designer Ruth E. Carter are on display at the African American Museum in Philadelphia.
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.
The United States men's national soccer team will have a chance to advance to the quarterfinals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Monday night with a win over Belgium in Seattle, but it doesn't come without controversy. CBS News Philadelphia's Chilekasi Adele has the latest.
The Philadelphia region is under a NEXT Weather Alert because there could be another round of strong storms on Monday as parts of the area are still cleaning up from Sunday's storms. CBS News Philadelphia's Kate Bilo and Brandon Goldern have the details.
Enon Tabernacle Baptist Church is once again lacing up to raise awareness about human trafficking. CBS News Philadelphia's Wakisha Bailey has the details.
A NEXT Weather alert remains in effect for the Philadelphia area Monday for strong storms. The heat wave is over, but showers could lead to more flooding after an already stormy Sunday night.
Parents who want to start setting aside money for their children can now start contributing to "Trump Accounts." The federal government is making a $1,000 contribution to accounts for children born between January 2025 and December 2028.