Berks County farmers facing steep losses amid federal funding cuts
This Berks County farm provides more than a million apples to food banks and schools every year. But now, sales are plummeting.
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This Berks County farm provides more than a million apples to food banks and schools every year. But now, sales are plummeting.
Federal money cuts are taking a toll on local farmers. This Berks County farm provides more than a million apples to food banks and schools every year. But now, sales are plummeting. Madeleine Wright talked to farmer about out how he’s adjusting to changes that he says are crippling his business.
Two people were killed when a fire broke out at a home on Morgantown Road in Robeson Township, Pennsylvania on Wednesday morning.
Two years after an explosion at a Berks County candy company, the National Transportation Safety Board is issuing a nation-wide safety alert. It recommends natural gas alarms be installed in all commercial and residential buildings. The blast at the R.M. Palmer company in Reading killed seven people and injured 10. It was caused by a natural gas leak.
The National Transportation Safety Board revealed what caused the deadly candy factory explosion in West Reading, Pennsylvania, in 2023.
The Bucks County District Attorney's Office said a family counselor was charged after allegedly placing covert cameras in his office's bathroom to record patients and staffers.
Snow will start falling Tuesday afternoon in the Philadelphia region and the rest of the week will feature two more storms.
Multiple NEXT Weather Alerts are in effect this week because of snow, sleet and rain expected in the Delaware Valley.
After a quiet start to the week, the NEXT Weather team is tracking multiple chances for unsettled, wintry weather and storms across the Delaware Valley.
“Lucky 13.” It’s taking on an entirely new meaning for a mom who's a massive Swiftie and her newborn daughter. CBS News Philadelphia’s resident Swiftie and Taylor Swift expert, Nikki DeMentri, has the story from Berks County.
Here's an exclusive look inside a massive new warehouse in Berks County where many of those holiday returns end up.
The end of the holiday shopping season means the start of the return rush. Thanks to the influx of online shopping, a staggering $890 billion in merchandise will be sent back this year alone. Josh Sidorowicz received an exclusive look inside a massive, new warehouse in Berks County where many of those returns end up.
The Berks County couple welcomed their daughter 13 days ago. Not only was she born on Dec. 13, but she was born at 13:13 in Room 13.
An enchanted story from Berks County. Reading Hospital shared these photos of beautiful baby girl Sophia born on Taylor Swift's birthday: Dec. 13. But the swiftie magic doesn't stop there. Sophia was born exactly at 13:13 or 1:13 p.m. in room 13. Swift's lucky number is 13 and she's also from Berks County. Congratulations to parents Chelsea and Mark and welcome Sophia!
Rocky Colavito, a wildly popular outfielder in Cleveland who lived his final years in Berks County, Pennsylvania, has died.
Kutztown Borough Police said a skimmer was found Dec. 1 on the Santander ATM located inside the CVS store's photo section.
Crews are battling a fire on Neversink Mountain in Reading, Pennsylvania. Firefighters are thanking neighbors for all their recent donations.
A fire on Neversink Mountain in Reading, Pennsylvania, is drawing fire crews to Berks County.
On the eve of the election, former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris are holding dueling rallies throughout Pennsylvania.
Comedian Tony Hinchcliffe described Puerto Rico as a "floating island of garbage" during a Trump campaign event on Sunday at Madison Square Garden.
Former President Donald Trump spoke to supporters at rally in Reading, Pennsylvania, Wednesday. Meanwhile, former Republican Congresswoman Liz Cheney campaigned for Vice President Kamala Harris in Montgomery County.
Former President Donald Trump is set to speak at a rally in Reading, Pennsylvania, Wednesday evening. His campaign is hoping to gain support from Latino voters. Vice President Kamala Harris' campaign also launched an effort targeting Latino voters.
Former President Donald Trump will hold a rally in Reading, Pennsylvania, Wednesday evening, his campaign announced Saturday.
A Pennsylvania woman has been convicted of killing her two young children, who were found hanging in the basement of their home five years ago.
Popstar Taylor Swift has entered her "endorsement era" after posting on Instagram that she plans to vote for Vice President Kamala Harris. A media literacy expert talked to CBS News Philadelphia's Natasha Brown about the AI-generated images of Swift shared by former President Donald Trump last month, which Swift mentioned in her post.
The Eagles moved up in the 2025 NFL draft and selected Alabama linebacker Jihaad Campbell, a South Jersey native, with the 31st overall pick.
Temperatures will again hover near 80 in the Philadelphia region on Friday.
The Indianapolis Colts selected Penn State tight end Tyler Warren in the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft.
Former Penn State edge rusher Abdul Carter was selected third overall in the 2025 NFL draft on Thursday night by the New York Giants.
Thousands of athletes from around the world competed in a variety of events at Franklin Field on Day 1 of the 2025 Penn Relays.
The Eagles moved up in the 2025 NFL draft and selected Alabama linebacker Jihaad Campbell, a South Jersey native, with the 31st overall pick.
The investigation found that a teacher and a teacher's aide at Jamison Elementary School in Central Bucks County allegedly abused nonverbal students with autism.
Temperatures will again hover near 80 in the Philadelphia region on Friday.
The closure of Crozer Health is leaving a void in health care in Delaware County and raising concerns for local businesses.
The Indianapolis Colts selected Penn State tight end Tyler Warren in the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft.
The investigation found that a teacher and a teacher's aide at Jamison Elementary School in Central Bucks County allegedly abused nonverbal students with autism.
A Bucks County man faces additional charges after more victims came forward, officials say.
The closure of Crozer Health is leaving a void in health care in Delaware County and raising concerns for local businesses.
Sister Mary Scullion has met several popes, but Pope Francis stood out. The Philadelphia-based sister shares her special bond.
A Pennsylvania Powerball ticket worth $1 million for the Wednesday drawing was sold at a grocery store in Northeast Philadelphia.
Century Bakery in Bridgeton, New Jersey, is asking customers who wear strong perfumes or colognes to use their drive-thru instead of ordering inside the store.
Joseph Kling, 19, is charged with arson in the Ocean County, N.J. wildfire that has scorched more than 15,000 acres.
The Jones Road Wildfire in Ocean County, N.J. is now considered a case of arson sparked by an unattended bonfire, authorities say.
Donations are pouring in after equipment was stolen from the Camden County NJ Miracle League, which serves children and adults with disabilities.
The Jones Road Wildfire in Ocean County, New Jersey, forced thousands to evacuate their homes, but the evacuation orders were lifted Wednesday morning.
Rep. Sarah McBride of Delaware hopes to tackle the issue of the bird flu, as chicken production is her state's top industry.
The Appoquinimink School District said a crash on Route 896 in Bear, Delaware, involved one of its school buses, but no students were injured.
Fifteen-year-old Sa'riyah Patterson was struck and killed by a driver in a hit-and-run in Wilmington on Monday morning.
Fog will linger throughout the day Sunday, with scattered showers expected in Philadelphia throughout the morning. Tomorrow, heavier rain is likely during the AM commute.
Five people, including a police officer, were taken to the hospital after a car crash at Route 1 and Christiana Road, police said.
April 26 has officially become known as Diabetic Eye Screening Day in Pennsylvania. There will be free screenings to help prevent vision loss for people with diabetes.
The closure of Crozer Health is leaving a void in health care in Delaware County and raising concerns for local businesses.
"That just made me so mad," one laid-off FDA scientist said.
Crozer Health hospitals in Delaware County began diverting patients and closing their emergency departments Wednesday morning.
With Prospect Medical Holdings set to close Crozer Health, Riddle Hospital says it's ready for the increase in patients.
The closure of Crozer Health is leaving a void in health care in Delaware County and raising concerns for local businesses.
A nonprofit and a restaurant in South Jersey are teaming up for Good Friday to help families in need with a meal giveaway.
Good food is part of the Good Friday holiday tradition for families in Philadelphia's Port Richmond neighborhood this Easter weekend.
West Chester toy store fears President Trump's tariffs on imports could put them out of business.
Mack Trucks plans to lay off up to 350 people over the next 90 days at its operations center in Lower Macungie Township, Pa.
I-95 was closed from Northeast Philadelphia to Bucks County for hours on Easter Sunday as crews worked to repair a damaged 4-inch high-pressure natural gas main
The expansion of the Schuylkill River Trail from Christian to Crescent in Philadelphia is scheduled to open on May 17.
I-95 in Delaware County has reopened after a crash near the Route 476 exit.
Transportation advocates and officials gathered in Delaware County on Thursday to call on the state to increase funding for SEPTA.
SEPTA riders and state and local officials gathered at City Hall to protest the potential service cuts and demand a permanent yearly funding increase.
The Eagles moved up in the 2025 NFL draft and selected Alabama linebacker Jihaad Campbell, a South Jersey native, with the 31st overall pick.
The Indianapolis Colts selected Penn State tight end Tyler Warren in the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft.
Former Penn State edge rusher Abdul Carter was selected third overall in the 2025 NFL draft on Thursday night by the New York Giants.
Thousands of athletes from around the world competed in a variety of events at Franklin Field on Day 1 of the 2025 Penn Relays.
The 2025 NFL draft is underway. Track every pick by the Philadelphia Eagles here.
The 2025 AMA nominations were released on Wednesday, with Kendrick Lamar leading with 10. The awards show will air on May 26.
Much to the disappointment of anyone crushing on Philadelphia's leading man, Super Bowl MVP Jalen Hurts is officially a married man.
A casting call is out for extras needed when the Hershey biopic comes to film in Pittsburgh.
The WWE's 41st WrestleMania event is finally here. Here's what time it starts and how to watch all the action on night 2.
Ryan Gosling will star in the next installment of the "Star Wars" franchise, "Star Wars: Starfighter," which will hit theaters in May 2027. Shawn Levy will direct the film.
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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.
A 19-year-old man from Waretown, New Jersey is facing aggravated arson charges as the Jones Road Wildfire continues to scorch over 15,000 acres with 50% containment. CBS News Philadelphia's Brandon Goldner has the latest updates.
Summer-like conditions will continue Friday in the Philadelphia area, and rain is on the way for Saturday. Meteorologist Tammie Souza has the forecast.
Health officials in Delaware County, Pennsylvania, hosted a community meeting Thursday to address concerns about how the shutdown of the Crozer Health system will affect residents. Crozer-Chester Medical Center and Taylor Hospital are closing.
People packed a Central Bucks school board meeting Thursday to express their concerns after alleged abuse in an elementary school classroom. The superintendent has been placed on leave, the board announced during the meeting.
We have a millionaire in our midst. We learned today, a Powerball ticket worth $1 million was sold at the ShopRite on Oxford Avenue in Northeast Philadelphia. The ticket matched all five white balls drawn Wednesday night. The venue where the ticket was purchased is going to make out well too. The ShopRite will receive a $5.000 bonus for selling the winning ticket.