Gov. Corbett Ends Pursuit of British Firm To Privatize Pa. Lottery
Gov. Tom Corbett is ending his pursuit of the operator of the British national lottery to run the Pennsylvania Lottery in a privatization deal.
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Gov. Tom Corbett is ending his pursuit of the operator of the British national lottery to run the Pennsylvania Lottery in a privatization deal.
City Council president Darrell Clarke got fellow lawmakers to agree to a plan that would recover money sent to the school district by selling some unused school buildings to developers.
The tumultuous year of 1963 included the March on Washington, Dr. King's historic speech, and the assassination of Pres. Kennedy.
The death of US Senator Frank Lautenberg led to a special election for his seat. Newark mayor Cory Booker won handily.
"I'll be waiting for all the apology letters from all the people, some in this room, who said that I was not serious about tuition equality and that somehow this was an election prank," Christie said today.
Carolyn Dumaresq, Pennsylvania's acting secretary of education, says some of the money will be used to create 50 "Local Early Childhood Education Innovation Zones" to serve the lowest performing elementary schools in the state.
Charles Zogby says one big area of growth is teacher and state employee pension increases of more than $600 million. And he says Gov. Corbett is still hopeful for pension reform.
State representative Brian Simms applauds the governor's announcement -- even if it appears to be a move to gain support for reëlection.
One of those bills, considered by many to be the centerpiece of the package, clarifies the definition of child abuse, which sponsor Scott Petri (R-Bucks) says has heretofore been weak.
US senator Pat Toomey (R-Pa.) says he wants to make sure the proposed rule, now on a back burner, is never implemented.
The IRS has still not clarified its position on whether volunteer fire companies would be required to provide health insurance for their firefighters under the mandate. But US senator Pat Toomey (R-Pa.) doesn't want to wait for that decision.
"It's the ol' bang for the buck. You spend a buck on unemployment, by some estimates you get more than $1.70 back," Sen. Bob Casey (D-Pa., right) said.
"My father taught me that we need to support where we come from, and we need to support it with time, with spirit, with money," she says. "And I believe that God leads us in everything that we do."
There's a hot debate going on within the New Jersey legislature during the current lame duck session over how to fund continuing efforts to preserve open space in the state.
The race for Pennsylvania's next governor got its unofficial start inside the hotels and private clubs of midtown Manhattan on Saturday.
O'Shae Sibley was killed at a Brooklyn gas station in 2023 after an argument turned physical. The suspect is being charged with murder as a hate crime.
The Philadelphia-area couple known for their dance content has been together for more than 30 years.
Cheltenham has canceled the 2026 football season for the high school's varsity and junior varsity programs, months after the 2025 season ended early amid a hazing investigation.
Passing showers and storms will move through the Philadelphia region Wednesday.
A 17-year-old boy was injured in an apparent accidental shooting in South Philadelphia Tuesday night, police said.
The Philadelphia-area couple known for their dance content has been together for more than 30 years.
A 17-year-old boy was injured in an apparent accidental shooting in South Philadelphia Tuesday night, police said.
A bear was spotted in Towamencin Township, Montgomery County, on Tuesday, police said.
Principals from six Philly schools say the tax would help close the School District of Philadelphia's $300 million budget deficit.
Three men were exonerated after spending decades in prison for the death of Essie Thomas in Philadelphia, officials say.
Protesters came face-to-face with ICE agents Tuesday outside Delaney Hall immigration detention facility in Newark, New Jersey.
Now that the 2026 U.S. Men's National Team soccer roster is out, here's a look at the Philly ties across the lineup.
New Jersey's six-day early voting period in the 2026 primary election is underway. Here's a guide with what you need to know.
Gunnar Pearson, 28, was killed when a boat struck a day marker in Barnegat Bay Monday evening, New Jersey State Police said.
Protests escalated outside Delaney Hall, an ICE detention center in Newark, after DHS denied Gov. Sherrill's request to enter the facility.
Now that the 2026 U.S. Men's National Team soccer roster is out, here's a look at the Philly ties across the lineup.
Families turned to indoor activities such as shopping, visiting museums and bowling on Monday in the Philadelphia area.
Just a week after a fire destroyed the Mother African Union Church in Wilmington, its congregation now has a temporary place to worship.
A historic Black church in New Castle County is making a powerful comeback after a pair of hit-and-run crashes left the sanctuary heavily damaged.
The historic Mother African Union Church in Wilmington, Delaware, was destroyed in a fire early Sunday morning.
Sandy Sovann, 34, was diagnosed with a rare lung disease, pulmonary alveolar proteinosis, or PAP.
A patient at Jefferson Moss Magee Rehab is the first person in Philadelphia to use new technology allowing people who are paralyzed to use their hands.
Patients of the Smiles at Rittenhouse Square clinic are being urged to get tested after possible exposure to hepatitis and HIV.
The heart-lung machine was a groundbreaking invention that took place in Philadelphia and has saved millions of lives.
The Philadelphia region is facing a double whammy of record-breaking heat mixed with the area's poor air quality.
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill declared a state of emergency because freezing temperatures this spring damaged crops at local farms.
The 2026 PGA Championship at Aronimink Golf Club is a huge boost for Pottstown, Pennsylvania-based Lessen the Loads.
Bars and restaurants in Newtown Square are gearing up for an influx of customers as the 2026 PGA Championship is here.
If you dine out in Philadelphia during the 2026 FIFA World Cup events, you could end up paying more.
Bimbo Bakeries USA employs over 20,000 people and has been headquartered in Horsham, Pennsylvania, for the past 17 years.
Organizers say they want FIFA Fan Festival in Philadelphia to be "soccer Coachella" for fans from around the world.
Travelers in New Jersey said rain and high gas prices put a damper on their Memorial Day weekend plans this year.
SEPTA is preparing for large crowds as Philadelphia celebrates America's 250th birthday on July 4.
Five people were injured after a car and an NJ Transit River Line train collided Tuesday in Delran, a spokesperson for the transportation provider said.
A crash involving a tractor-trailer in Chester County shut down the Route 30 Bypass Monday night.
Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs was arrested Tuesday in Wisconsin on domestic violence charges, officials said.
Cheltenham has canceled the 2026 football season for the high school's varsity and junior varsity programs, months after the 2025 season ended early amid a hazing investigation.
Now that the 2026 U.S. Men's National Team soccer roster is out, here's a look at the Philly ties across the lineup.
Organizers say they want FIFA Fan Festival in Philadelphia to be "soccer Coachella" for fans from around the world.
Kyle Schwarber hit his major league-leading 21st home run to send Jesús Luzardo and the Philadelphia Phillies to a win against the San Diego Padres.
The American Music Awards celebrate fan favorites in the music world and feature performances from multiple artists.
Patti LaBelle said she's "having fun living it down" as the legendary singer marks her 82nd birthday.
Rob Base, the MC whose lyrics lit up the dancefloor classic "It Takes Two" and got countless people moving worldwide, passed away Friday.
Pop star Britney Spears said she was "totally fine" to drive and had not had a drink for about six hours when she was pulled over by the California Highway Patrol.
Philadelphia natives Will Smith and Jill Scott will perform at the 2026 Wawa Welcome America concert on the Ben Franklin Parkway.
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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.
One of the nation's top liberal arts colleges will soon be more affordable. In 2027, Swarthmore College will start offering financial aid that exceeds the cost of tuition for students from households with income under $200,000.
Sun, high pressure and moderate temperatures return to the Philadelphia area after a wet Wednesday. NEXT Weather Meteorologist Kate Bilo has the latest forecast.
Tim and Tolly Sherry have been married more than 30 years, dancing together for decades. Now they're performing together on Instagram and TikTok on their account @TimTokSherry with videos generating millions of views. Wakisha Bailey reports.
Philadelphia is a foodie city with plenty to be proud of — including family businesses like Dietz & Watson, which makes hot dogs, hams and sausages in the Northeast after starting in Old City in 1939. Nikki DeMentri reports.
Police were on the scene of a crash at Cottman Avenue and Large Street in Northeast Philadelphia on Wednesday morning. Josh Sanders has the latest from the Pulse Desk.