Philadelphia Official Says Sales Tax Revenues Show Further Economic Recovery
City controller Alan Butkovitz says it was the highest level of sales tax receipts since the city started keeping track.
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City controller Alan Butkovitz says it was the highest level of sales tax receipts since the city started keeping track.
A Pennsylvania House committee has held a hearing on a bill proposed by Rep. Seth Grove (R-York) that would allow Pennsylvania counties to shift some of the property tax burden to income and sales taxes.
Pennsylvania governor Tom Corbett is defending his cuts to higher education, while a new panel he's created to study the issue officially begins its work.
The future of Philadelphia's red light camera program is in jeopardy as lawmakers remain divided over whether to expand the program to other cities.
Among the many details in Mayor Nutter's new budget is a plan to hire 400 more police officers over the coming year. Commissioner Charles Ramsey says that'll help, as the department tries to keep up with retirements fueled by the controversial DROP program.
There's a caucus in Kansas today with Rick Santorum favored, but now there's a new entry in the vice presidential guessing game.
The idea of "pink slime" continues to breathe life into the conversation regarding federal, state and local standards for ground beef and its contents.
Things got testy at one of Governor Christie's town hall meetings yesterday, when a shouting match ended with the governor calling an audience member an idiot.
The state assembly is ready to take a full vote on the plan as soon as next week.
Mayor Nutter wants City Hall to make JFK Plaza more user friendly.
Pa. Rep. Louise Bishop says the sexual abuse of children is everywhere, and she should know. The Democratic state representative from Philadelphia was victimized by her stepfather.
The mayor is setting aside $9-million in the new budget for design work on a new police headquarters to be constructed at 46th and Market Streets. It'll replace the nearly 50-year-old Roundhouse at 8th and Race Streets.
A three-judge panel has ruled that New Jersey Governor Chris Christie exceeded his authority when he abolished an independent state housing agency last year.
Mayor Nutter's budget address Thursday included plans that could make your commute smoother next year: the city will open a new Traffic Operation Center to monitor gridlock and signal timing.
The Pennsylvania Welfare Department is working on a backlog of applications for Low Income Home Energy Assistance. The program closes at the end of the month, but thousands of people are still waiting for help.
Tuesday will bring plenty of sunshine, low humidity and light winds in the Philadelphia region, all ingredients to spend time outside.
A young girl appeared to be run over by a truck in Northeast Philadelphia, only to miraculously walk away.
Landon Dickerson, on SportsRadio 94WIP, called his play in the Eagles' 24-22 win over the Commanders a "complete liability."
The Supreme Court left intact a ruling that blocked the U.S. Postal Service from enforcing new regulations for mail voting, rejecting the Trump administration's effort to move forward with the rules in the midterms.
Linvilla Orchards in Delaware County, Pennsylvania, lost about 90% of its apple crop after a freeze on April 20.
Tuesday will bring plenty of sunshine, low humidity and light winds in the Philadelphia region, all ingredients to spend time outside.
A young girl appeared to be run over by a truck in Northeast Philadelphia, only to miraculously walk away.
Linvilla Orchards in Delaware County, Pennsylvania, lost about 90% of its apple crop after a freeze on April 20.
The Philadelphia Eagles' cheerleading squad has nine new members, including a Jefferson Health cardiac ICU nurse and three other healthcare professionals.
SEPTA has resumed service on three Regional Rail lines after downed Amtrak wires caused a suspension on Monday.
Tuesday will bring plenty of sunshine, low humidity and light winds in the Philadelphia region, all ingredients to spend time outside.
Linvilla Orchards in Delaware County, Pennsylvania, lost about 90% of its apple crop after a freeze on April 20.
Several people were arrested and charged with simple assault and disorderly offenses during an anti-ICE protest in Atlantic City on Saturday.
John "Gig" Gigliotti, known for his friendly smile while he drove the yellow tram on the Wildwood boardwalk, has died at 97.
The daytime hours Saturday in the Philadelphia region will be comfortable, but the NEXT Weather team is tracking evening rain.
Tuesday will bring plenty of sunshine, low humidity and light winds in the Philadelphia region, all ingredients to spend time outside.
Concerns are growing in Wilmington, Delaware, after separate shootings over the weekend left two people dead, including a teen.
A 19-year-old man was shot and killed Sunday afternoon in Wilmington, Delaware, police said.
Philadelphia-area athletes tried out for the Delaware Blue Coats during open tryouts this weekend.
The daytime hours Saturday in the Philadelphia region will be comfortable, but the NEXT Weather team is tracking evening rain.
The Philadelphia Eagles' cheerleading squad has nine new members, including a Jefferson Health cardiac ICU nurse and three other healthcare professionals.
A 40-year-old woman died on Saturday from complications associated with measles, the coroner reported.
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.
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 has resumed service on three Regional Rail lines after downed Amtrak wires caused a suspension on Monday.
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.
Landon Dickerson, on SportsRadio 94WIP, called his play in the Eagles' 24-22 win over the Commanders a "complete liability."
The Philadelphia Eagles' cheerleading squad has nine new members, including a Jefferson Health cardiac ICU nurse and three other healthcare professionals.
Making waves in pro soccer at 16 years old, Cavan Sullivan scored on a back-heel flick in the first half, later adding another goal and an assist.
The Philadelphia Eagles defeated the Washington Commanders 24-22 Sunday night at Lincoln Financial Field.
Alec Bohm hit a tie-breaking two-run double and J.T. Realmuto drove in three runs on three hits to help the Phillies defeat the Braves.
The Philadelphia Eagles' cheerleading squad has nine new members, including a Jefferson Health cardiac ICU nurse and three other healthcare professionals.
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."
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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.
Prepare for another gorgeous day around the Delaware Valley on Tuesday. There will be plenty of sunshine, low humidity, and light winds — all ingredients to spend time outside. CBS News Philadelphia Chief Meteorologist Bill Kelly has the weather forecast.
Monday in Manayunk along Main Street was picture-perfect for the start of Restaurant Week. CBS News Philadelphia's Kerri Corrado reports.
The Supreme Court on Monday left intact a lower court decision that blocked the U.S. Postal Service from enforcing new regulations for mail voting, rejecting the Trump administration's effort to move forward with the rules in the run-up to the November midterm elections.
A young girl was seen crossing a busy street in Northeast Philadelphia on Friday when a truck appeared to run her over, dragging her under its wheels. She was able to miraculously walk away. CBS News Philadelphia's Eva Andersen reports.
Tracking a beautiful Monday night in the Philadelphia region and when the NEXT Weather maker will move into the region. CBS News Philadelphia Chief Meteorologist Bill Kelly has the weather forecast.