Here's what the GOP hopefuls said about abortion at the third debate
Five of the Republican candidates for president attended the Miami debate one day after Ohio voted to enshrine the right to an abortion into the state's Constitution.
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Harris dismisses GOP claims on Democrats' abortion stance
Vice President Kamala Harris called the claims that Democrats support abortions up until birth "ridiculous" and a "mischaracterization of the point."
Pennsylvania to end state funding for anti-abortion counseling centers
After nearly 30 years, Pennsylvania's new governor plans to end a contract with an organization that distributes funds to anti-abortion counseling centers.
Why a single senator is blocking US military promotions and what it means
Alabama Sen. Tommy Tuberville is waging an unprecedented campaign to try to change Pentagon abortion policy by holding up hundreds of military nominations and promotions.
Biden says he's "not big on abortion," but Roe "got it right"
Since the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, President Biden has directed his administration to protect access to abortion.
1-year anniversary of Dobbs decision
Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro is pro-abortion rights. He said under his administration abortion will remain safe, legal, and accessible in Pennsylvania. Shelly Molaschi reports on the anniversary of the Dobbs decision.
Some celebrate, others mourn on 1-year anniversary of Dobbs ruling
Anti-abortion rights advocates plan to march and rally after a Mass in Philadelphia Saturday, 1 year after the Dobbs v. Jackson ruling overturned Roe v. Wade.
Philadelphia March for Life marks 1 year since Dobbs decision
The Dobbs decision overturned Roe v. Wade and left abortion rights up to the states - and some local groups are celebrating the ruling.
A year after Dobbs v. Jackson: Majority of Americans not happy with abortion restrictions
A year ago, the Supreme Court of the United States effectively overturned Roe v. Wade, severely impacting abortion access.
One year after Roe v. Wade's reversal, warnings about abortion become reality
In the wake of the Supreme Court's bombshell decision overturning Roe v. Wade, the landscape surrounding abortion access has shifted dramatically.
CBS News poll finds most say Roe's overturn has been bad for country
Women — six in 10 of whom disapprove of the Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe — feel that decision has not only been an infringement on women's rights, but also a threat to women's health: More than half of women think being pregnant in the U.S. today is becoming more dangerous from a health care perspective.
CBS News poll finds most say Roe's overturn has been bad for country
Many women's concerns now extend beyond abortion access to health and reproductive care.
OB-GYN shortage expected to get worse in wake of Roe v. Wade overturn
The shortage could put the health of all women at risk, as OB-GYNs also screen for cancer, perform well-woman exams and prescribe contraception.
Biden admin faces questions from appeals court in abortion pill case
Anti-abortion groups claim the FDA's green light of mifepristone forces them into situations where they must perform elective abortions.
Democrats keep Pa. House majority, positioning party to prevent limits on abortion rights
Democrats will maintain their narrow Pennsylvania House majority after winning a special election in the Philadelphia suburbs.
4 court seats, including 1 on Supreme Court, lead Pennsylvania primary ballots
Democrats currently hold a 4-2 majority on the state's highest court, which is playing a prominent role in settling disputes over voting rights, abortion rights and gun rights in the presidential battleground state.
Supreme Court to announce ruling on abortion pill mifepristone by midnight Friday
The Supreme Court has until midnight Friday to announce its decision about possible restrictions on the pill mifepristone.
Supreme Court puts abortion pill ruling on hold for now
Limits on how late into a pregnancy the drug can be taken, who can prescribe it and how it can be dispensed were set to take effect Saturday at 1 a.m.
DeSantis signs Florida's six-week abortion ban into law
Under the law, anyone performing an abortion after six weeks of pregnancy could be charged with a third-degree felony.
Justice Dept, drug maker ask Supreme Court to intervene in abortion pill ruling
Attorney General Merrick Garland said in a statement the Justice Department "strongly disagrees" with the decision from an appeals court.
Justice Department appeals Texas court ruling that would suspend approval of abortion pill
Stephanie Stahl reports.
Democratic Sen. Bob Casey of Pennsylvania to seek 4th term
Democratic Sen. Bob Casey says he'll seek a fourth term, bringing unmatched name recognition in Pennsylvania politics to his party's defense of a seat in a presidential battleground state.
Texas federal judge halts FDA approval of abortion pill; DOJ filing appeal
The FDA approved mifepristone more than 20 years ago.
Activists, supporters of abortion rights gather at Liberty Bell on International Women's Day
Three organizations have a common goal of advocating for women's rights and fighting against the oppression of women in a collaboration between the organizations Rise Up 4 Abortion Rights, Afghans of Philly and Philly Iran.
Abortion rights protest in Center City
Aziza Shuler reports.
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Jury finds John Dougherty guilty in federal conspiracy, embezzlement
John Dougherty and co-defendant Brian Burrows were found guilty Thursday in their federal conspiracy and embezzlement trial.
Police search for Delaware man who didn't return to correctional center after work
The Delaware Department of Correction said Mikel Paoletti escaped after obtaining a work pass to leave a correctional facility.
Art auction raising money for research on CASK gene disorders
Project CASK is holding an online art auction to raise money for research into the rare genetic disorder that affects fewer than 300 people worldwide.
Why the Army-Navy game is not in Philadelphia this year
In one of college football's most storied rivalries, the Army-Navy game returns this weekend. But it's not in Philadelphia this year. Here's why.
Child, police officers, firefighter among 7 injured in Northeast Philly fire
A fire broke out at a rowhome on the 6300 block of Cardiff Street in Philadelphia's Mayfair neighborhood on Thursday.
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Jury finds John Dougherty guilty in federal conspiracy, embezzlement
John Dougherty and co-defendant Brian Burrows were found guilty Thursday in their federal conspiracy and embezzlement trial.
Police search for Delaware man who didn't return to correctional center after work
The Delaware Department of Correction said Mikel Paoletti escaped after obtaining a work pass to leave a correctional facility.
Bradley Cooper, Angelo's Pizzeria team up to serve cheesesteaks in NYC
Bradley Cooper and Danny DiGiampietro were serving cheesesteaks from a truck called "Danny & Coop's" Wednesday in New York City. All the proceeds are going to charity.
US Marshals in Philadelphia looking for inmate who escaped from western Pennsylvania prison
A US Marshals task force said Isaiah Tilghman escaped from a western Pennsylvania prison three days after Gino Hagenkotter climbed a fence and escaped near the Philadelphia Industrial Correctional Center.
Art auction raising money for research on CASK gene disorders
Project CASK is holding an online art auction to raise money for research into the rare genetic disorder that affects fewer than 300 people worldwide.
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Jury finds John Dougherty guilty in federal conspiracy, embezzlement
John Dougherty and co-defendant Brian Burrows were found guilty Thursday in their federal conspiracy and embezzlement trial.
Art auction raising money for research on CASK gene disorders
Project CASK is holding an online art auction to raise money for research into the rare genetic disorder that affects fewer than 300 people worldwide.
Child, police officers, firefighter among 7 injured in Northeast Philly fire
A fire broke out at a rowhome on the 6300 block of Cardiff Street in Philadelphia's Mayfair neighborhood on Thursday.
US Marshals in Philadelphia looking for inmate who escaped from western Pennsylvania prison
A US Marshals task force said Isaiah Tilghman escaped from a western Pennsylvania prison three days after Gino Hagenkotter climbed a fence and escaped near the Philadelphia Industrial Correctional Center.
NEXT Weather: Passing flurries and wintry mix, cold Thursday
Accumulations will be fairly low, but some spots could pick up a few tenths of an inch up to half an inch western areas. Thursday's high temp will reach 43 with chills in the 30s, before temperatures rebound to the 50s Friday and Saturday.
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Tuskegee Airman salutes during Pearl Harbor Day ceremony in Camden, NJ
Eugene Richardson, a member of the Tuskegee Airmen, became a pre-aviation cadet in the Army Air Corps at age 17.
NEXT Weather: Passing flurries and wintry mix, cold Thursday
Accumulations will be fairly low, but some spots could pick up a few tenths of an inch up to half an inch western areas. Thursday's high temp will reach 43 with chills in the 30s, before temperatures rebound to the 50s Friday and Saturday.
New Jersey community comes together to replace vandalized Christmas tree
A local business owner replaced the holiday tree that was destroyed in Franklin Township, New Jersey.
Princeton on high alert after possibly rabid raccoon attacks 2 people
The municipality of Princeton says two raccoon attacks were reported within hours of each other this week.
Kings Highway reopens in Mount Ephraim, NJ after water main break
A water main break that caused part of Kings Highway to buckle has been fixed and the road was repaired.
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Police search for Delaware man who didn't return to correctional center after work
The Delaware Department of Correction said Mikel Paoletti escaped after obtaining a work pass to leave a correctional facility.
NEXT Weather: Passing flurries and wintry mix, cold Thursday
Accumulations will be fairly low, but some spots could pick up a few tenths of an inch up to half an inch western areas. Thursday's high temp will reach 43 with chills in the 30s, before temperatures rebound to the 50s Friday and Saturday.
Driver critically injured after car crashes into Delaware creek; Lancaster Pike partially closed
Delaware State Police posted on their X account that part of Lancaster Pike near Hercules Road was temporarily closed due to the crash.
NEXT Weather: Some sun, slight chance for spotty rain, snowflakes Wednesday
Showers and even some snowflakes are possible Wednesday, but don't expect any accumulation.
NEXT Weather: Midweek cold snap moves in
Dress for colder weather through the middle of the week! Wind chills on Wednesday will make it feel like barely above freezing.
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Art auction raising money for research on CASK gene disorders
Project CASK is holding an online art auction to raise money for research into the rare genetic disorder that affects fewer than 300 people worldwide.
Panera's caffeine-fueled lemonade cited in second death, suit says
Casual dining chain faces another wrongful death suit related to its Charged Lemonade after cardiac arrest of Florida man.
Easterseals aims to make air travel more accessible to people with disabilities
With the holiday travel season upon us, a new Easterseals campaign aims to make air travel more accessible to people with disabilities.
New study says more exposure of loud noise from infancy to childhood can last a lifetime
The American Academy of Pediatrics said excessive exposure to loud noises can be detrimental to children and sound machines can cause more harm to children than previously thought.
7-year-old with rare disease enjoys holidays for first time thanks to new medication
This holiday season is extra special for a Bucks County family learning to live with a rare disease.
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20 holiday activities for your family in the Philadelphia region
Holiday season preparations are already underway and events like Christmas markets, displays and Santa Claus photo ops will start soon.
Philadelphia City Council passes "Shop Black Business Friday" resolution
The Philadelphia City Council has passed a resolution making every Friday in December "Shop Black Business Friday."
Christmas trees are in short supply, so get yours now, Pa. farmer says
Some Christmas tree farms in the area have already closed, having sold their supply.
Here's who's moving in to empty Bed Bath & Beyond stores
Retailers are pouncing on empty Bed Bath & Beyond stores - including some former locations in Massachusetts.
Customers, business owners in Media keep the community strong celebrating Small Business Saturday
Customers and business owners in Media took part in the Small Business Saturday festivities by celebrating locally owned shops.
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Easterseals aims to make air travel more accessible to people with disabilities
With the holiday travel season upon us, a new Easterseals campaign aims to make air travel more accessible to people with disabilities.
Ramps connecting I-295, Route 42 finally open in NJ
Before November 2023 there was no direct connection from I-295 north to Route 42 south or from 42N to I-295S.
I-95 northbound reopens in Chester, Pa. after major crash blocks lanes
Traffic was not moving before 7 a.m. Thursday after a crash on I-95 past Route 322.
I-95 in Philadelphia reopens after triple shooting closed highway: police
The northbound lanes of I-95 in Philadelphia have reopened after three men were shot on the highway early Wednesday morning, Pennsylvania State Police said.
Early Thanksgiving traffic hits Philadelphia region, New Jersey
Despite rainy weather Tuesday, many drivers in Pennsylvania and New Jersey were already headed to their Thanksgiving destinations.
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Why the Army-Navy game is not in Philadelphia this year
In one of college football's most storied rivalries, the Army-Navy game returns this weekend. But it's not in Philadelphia this year. Here's why.
Juan Soto traded to Yankees from Padres in 7-player blockbuster
In addition to Soto, the Yankees get Gold Glove center fielder Trent Grisham.
Former NFL QB David Carr doubles down on Jalen Hurts comments
Former NFL quarterback David Carr got roasted on social media Tuesday night for his comments about Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts, saying the team should bench him for Marcus Mariota.
Joel Embiid scores season-high 50 points, 76ers beat Wizards 131-126
Joel Embiid scored a season-high 50 points and had 13 rebounds to help the Philadelphia 76ers beat the Washington Wizards 131-126 on Wednesday night.
49ers LB Dre Greenlaw says he has apologized to Eagles chief security officer Dom DiSandro
San Francisco 49ers linebacker Dre Greenlaw says he has exchanged apologies with the Philadelphia Eagles chief security officer Dom DiSandro after a sideline dustup led to both being ejected.
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"Long Live" Berks County: a guide to Taylor Swift's Pennsylvania roots
On Wednesday, Swift was named Time's 2023 Person of the Year. But this popstar has humble Pennsylvania roots and a community that was rooting her on from the very beginning.
Sean "Diddy" Combs denies accusations after new gang rape lawsuit
A woman has accused Sean "Diddy" Combs and two other men of gang raping her in 2003 when she was 17 years old.
Daddy Yankee says he's retiring from music to focus on his faith
Daddy Yankee, the iconic reggaeton superstar, announced his plans to focus on his faith during his final musical performance Sunday in Puerto Rico.
Denny Laine, Moody Blues and Wings co-founder, dies at age 79
Dennis Laine was Paul McCartney's longtime sideman in the ex-Beatle's solo band Wings.
Norman Lear, legendary TV producer, dies at age 101
Norman Lear created groundbreaking shows like "All in the Family," "Maude" and "The Jeffersons" that took on serious social issues with humor.
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Local nonprofit delivers early Christmas gift to man battling congenital heart disease
Ukee Washington reports.
Camden woman made it her life's mission to help her community after losing husband to gun violence
Natasha Brown reports.
Brotherly Love: Saving Grace Ministry helps children and their families coping with trauma
Natasha Brown reports.
Fairhill nonprofit's youth artist program "empowers" teens
Natasha Brown reports.
Sinister Mopar to host car show with a cause at Clementon Lake Park in South Jersey
Ukee Washington reports.
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Celebrity barber who worked for the Roots inspiring young minds at Dobbins High School
A celebrity barber who worked for the Roots for more than two decades is inspiring young minds one haircut at a time at Dobbins High School in Philadelphia.
How Philly's only CTE program is inspiring next generation of fashion designers
Philadelphia School District's only CTE program is helping inspire the next generation of fashion designers.
Delaware County nonprofit brings joy to adults and kids alike
For nearly 10 years, husband and wife duo Vincent James and Joann Pierdomenico have continued their mission to help people of all ages reap the benefits of music.
Philadelphia teens fight way to top at D'Andre Swift's dad's boxing gym
Local teenagers are fighting to the top thanks to Eagles running back D'Andre Swift's father and his gym, Swift Fit.
Elmwood Park Zoo promotes inclusivity among staff, patrons
In this week's Focusing on the Future, we met up with an Elmwood Park Zoo employee whose abilities go well beyond his contributions on the job.
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NEXT Weather: Flurries to fade out Thursday
Sunshine returns Friday before storms Sunday night, Tammie Souza reports.
UPenn trustees hold emergency meeting after Liz Magill testifies in Congress about antisemitism
Penn's president Liz Magill has come under fire after her recent comments about antisemitism in a Congressional hearing and a follow-up video made after the hearing.
7 injured in Mayfair fire, including police officers, firefighter and child
A fire broke out at a home on the 6300 block of Cardiff Street Thursday morning.
Primo Hoagies delivering gifts to Philadelphia school students in need
The hoagie shop is playing the role of Santa this holiday season.
Digital Brief: Dec. 7, 2023 (AM)
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