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New Jersey Governor Chris Christie is trying to help out Pennsylvania's embattled incumbent, Tom Corbett, as he seeks re-election. Christie is campaigning with Corbett today in the Philadelphia suburbs.
Washington pleaded guilty to a felony charge related to a political corruption investigation.
There are about one million registered voters in Philadelphia, and about 2.6 million in the five-county area that includes the Pennsylvania suburbs.
"Hang in there, because we're going to come up with a better plan," councilwoman Marian Tasco told her colleagues.
"We're one of 14 state institutions owned by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, and Cheyney from the very beginning has been treated like a stepchild," says Michael Coard, a 1982 Cheyney alumnus who is one of several attorneys representing plaintiffs in the civil rights lawsuit.
According to the latest Franklin and Marshall College poll, Wolf now has a 13 point lead over Governor Corbett among likely voters. Corbett was once trailing by more than 20 points.
As you might expect both candidates condemn gridlock in Washington and believe job creation is their principal objective.
Nutter, still fuming over City Council president Darrell Clarke's decision to scuttle the PGW sale without a public hearing, is hoping that public pressure will force City Council to reverse course.
In its new report, Common Cause evaluates ten swing states on their implementation of 19 recommendations issued by President Obama's elections commission earlier this year.
Vice President Joe Biden said Monday that keeping Democratic control of the chamber would "break the back of the hard right" and ease gridlock in Washington.
Time is running out in the most expensive race ever for Pennsylvania governor.
The deal, worth nearly $2 billion, needed City Council approval but the legislation was never introduced, nor hearings scheduled.
Embroiled in a porn e-mail scandal, Pennsylvania Supreme Court justice Seamus McCaffery is leaving the bench.
The Pennsylvania chapter of the American Civil Liberties Union says it is preparing to file a lawsuit to get the state's new "Revictimization Relief Act"overturned.
Her lawyers say they will meet on Monday to confirm the details and expect to formally enter Washington's guilty plea on Thursday or Friday of next week.
Camden police have handled more than 68 illegal dumping cases and charged 31 people so far in 2026.
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.
Decomposed human remains were found inside a home in Philadelphia's Frankford neighborhood on Wednesday, police said.
It's impossible to quantify a fan base's love for its NFL team, especially when it comes to the Eagles — but it's still fun to try.
A Pennsylvania man is facing charges after police said he called Gov. Josh Shapiro's office and threatened to "destroy the Commonwealth."
Decomposed human remains were found inside a home in Philadelphia's Frankford neighborhood on Wednesday, police said.
A Philadelphia woman is charged with manslaughter after her daughter drowned in a tub at a Lancaster County hotel.
A 40-year-old man from Philadelphia was charged after police said he stabbed another driver on I-476 on Sunday.
A group of car thieves fleeing from Philadelphia police struck one sergeant's vehicle while getting away. The officer is expected to be OK.
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.
Camden police have handled more than 68 illegal dumping cases and charged 31 people so far in 2026.
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.
Clementon Park and Splash World is going up for sale after plans to close for good following the 2026 season.
A man in Ocean County, New Jersey, who was found with a knife in his chest, was charged with his wife's murder, police said.
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.
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.
Two men and a woman were injured in a shooting in Wilmington Saturday night, police said.
A shooting in a CAVA parking lot in Dover left an 18-year-old man dead Friday night, police said.
While Friday will not be quite as active as the past few days, the Philadelphia region will still need to watch for some late afternoon and Friday evening storms.
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.
A proton therapy treatment being tested at Penn Medicine in Philadelphia could change the future of cancer treatment.
After losing her mother, Sarah Kagan wants to change how employers deal with grief.
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.
It's impossible to quantify a fan base's love for its NFL team, especially when it comes to the Eagles — but it's still fun to try.
Andrew Painter allowed five runs in five innings, and the Phillies' comeback efforts fell short in a 6-5 loss to the Astros Tuesday.
Jerry Sandusky was scheduled to appear in court remotely for a hearing on a claim that an accuser would recant allegations that Sandusky sexually abused him.
The Sixers and Flyers on Tuesday dropped renderings showing what their new arena will look like.
Jesús Luzardo struck out 12 and threw a two-hit shutout, leading the Philadelphia Phillies to a 1-0 win over the Atlanta Braves.
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.
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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 late-night theft ring unfolded even while police were nearby, showing a nagging problem for the city. CBS News Philadelphia's Joe Holden digs into the numbers.
A time capsule sealed during America's Bicentennial on Sept. 11, 1976, was opened Wednesday morning at the National Constitution Center. As part of the ceremony, 10 adults who were 10 years old or younger on that day gathered to celebrate the occasion.
The 9/11 attack on America inspired a surge of people to join the military. Now, one of the nation's leading military medical training programs is in Camden at Cooper University Hospital. CBS News Philadelphia's Stephanie Stahl has Dr. John Chovanes' story.
The Eagles' season kicks off at Lincoln Financial Field soon and with that comes some new food offerings. Senior executive chef James Hennessey broke down the menu… calling it "big, bold, and a little egregious."
In the week of the 25th commemoration of the 9/11 terrorist attacks, thousands of volunteers are coming together to give back to the Philadelphia community. It’s part of a national effort called 9/11 Day. Nikki Dementri reports.
