City Council Presses Nutter Administration Over Cost of Foreign Trips
Councilman Jim Kenney was among those questioning deputy maoyr Alan Greenberger about the value of Mayor Nutter's taxpayer-funded overseas trips.
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Councilman Jim Kenney was among those questioning deputy maoyr Alan Greenberger about the value of Mayor Nutter's taxpayer-funded overseas trips.
The issue has gained national attention with computer system intrusions at Target, Nieman Marcus, TJ Maxx, and other retailers.
"We've been calling on people to fast because now is the time," said Lisa Sharon Harper (at lectern in photo), who works for the DC-based Sojourners.
The Pennsylvania House is banning cash gifts except those from family members or non-lobbyist friends in circumstances where the motivation was clearly personal.
On Wednesday on Talk Radio 1210 WPHT, Chris Stigall responded to President Obama's announcement that over seven million people have enrolled for health insurance through healthcare.gov.
Cobb said for the party to connect with voters and win elections, they must prove they are invested in the success of people in their communities.
The price of a Penndot identification card more than doubled on April 1st, to $27.50.
Chris Stigall took issue Tuesday with comments by former White House Chief of Staff Bill Daley about younger enrollees of health insurance subsidizing older Americans' health care costs.
Monday on Talk Radio 1210 WPHT, Dom Giordano spoke with two members of the Israeli Defense Forces who have been on the "Stand with Us" tour of colleges in the United States hoping to educate American students about issues affecting Israel.
Cobb threw his football helmet in the ring for the First District seat that had been Rob Andrews' since 1990.
Chris Stigall spoke with former Senator and current President of the Heritage Foundation Jim Demint on Monday on Talk Radio 1210 WPHT.
Ex-aide Bridget Kelly's lawyer Michael Critchley casts doubt on the credibility of a report commissioned by Christie that exonerates him and blames her.
Now, with answers from that 345-page report, the governor says, he is ready to act.
The list of honorees includes Joan Myers Brown of Philadanco and former CBS-3 reporter and host Trudy Haynes.
Standing outside school district headquarters, State Senator Vincent Hughes announced plans to introduce a bill that would place a five percent tax on natural gas extracted from Pennsylvania to be used, in part, for public schools.
To celebrate 100 years, the Ben Franklin Bridge will completely close to vehicles on Saturday, July 11 and allow pedestrians to walk across the main traffic lanes.
A celebration in Delaware County turned chaotic when someone threw a firework, causing an explosion that injured two people.
Police say Salis Hanrahan, 20, was fatally shot inside a house in the 400 block of Ripka Street in Roxborough on Wednesday.
Jayden Adams' death was confirmed by South Africa's minister of sport, arts and culture on Saturday.
CBS News Philadelphia is proud to celebrate a momentous milestone in anchor Ukee Washington's career as he marks 40 years with the station.
A celebration in Delaware County turned chaotic when someone threw a firework, causing an explosion that injured two people.
A group of Good Samaritans helped save someone's life after a car was submerged in the Schuylkill River on Friday.
"Task," the hit HBO series, is filming parts of its second season in Manayunk, and it's hard to miss the production's presence in the Philadelphia neighborhood.
Tree House Books will receive money from MLB and the Phillies to upgrade its literary center in North Philadelphia.
Eugene Horsch, whose Olney home was searched in June after his arrest in Old City, was indicted on federal charges this week.
Nadine Menendez is starting her 54-month sentence for her role in a federal bribery scheme with her husband.
The man who pleaded guilty to killing a veterinarian from Cherry Hill in 2024 was sentenced Thursday afternoon.
Leaders in Camden, New Jersey, are working to prevent a repeat of Monday's devastating flooding as more rain moves in.
EMR Recycling in Camden, which has been the site of more than a dozen fires, will be able to reopen under certain conditions, a judge ruled.
A rare but dangerous tick-borne virus called Powassan can attack the central nervous system and lead to memory loss.
Delaware State University sophomore Santino Harwood is ready to show off his skills in MLB All-Star Week's HBCU Swingman Classic.
A viral social media trend involving squishy toys is sending a growing number of children to hospital burn units.
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.
A viral social media trend involving squishy toys is sending a growing number of children to hospital burn units.
Leonard Abramson, 93, was "a true friend" and major donor to Penn Medicine and cancer care initiatives.
A rare but dangerous tick-borne virus called Powassan can attack the central nervous system and lead to memory loss.
The FDA is urging parents and caregivers to immediately stop using a Nara Organics-brand formula after several infants contracted botulism.
New Jersey is set to charge companies whose workers have Medicaid health coverage.
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.
Jayden Adams' death was confirmed by South Africa's minister of sport, arts and culture on Saturday.
This will be Kyle Schwarber's third year participating in the Home Run Derby and could set up a 2018 rematch between him and Harper.
Delaware State University sophomore Santino Harwood is ready to show off his skills in MLB All-Star Week's HBCU Swingman Classic.
Jesús Luzardo allowed two hits in seven innings and struck out 11; Justin Crawford's base hit in the eighth inning drove in the game's only run, and the Phillies beat the Reds 1-0 in a pitcher's duel.
Philadelphia Phillies first baseman Bryce Harper will compete at next week's Home Run Derby at Citizens Bank Park.
The nominations for the 78th annual Primetime Emmy Awards were announced Wednesday morning in Los Angeles, with the final season of HBO Max's "Hacks" setting a new record for the most nominations in a single year for a comedy series.
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.
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.
A Fourth of July celebration in Upper Chichester, Delaware County, turned chaotic when someone threw a lit firework into a crowd, causing an explosion that injured two people. Madeleine Wright reports.
Hundreds come out each year for Enon Tabernacle Baptist Church's "She's My Sister" 8K. The walk raises awareness of human trafficking. Wakisha Bailey and Chilekasi Adele report.
The hype is building for the 2026 MLB All-Star Game in Philadelphia. Chilekasi Adele reports.
Josh Janove played eight sports growing up and made Towson University baseball history by playing all nine field positions in one single game, finishing on the pitcher's mound. Krystle Rich reports.
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