Pennsylvania Putting Hundreds of Leftover-Rx Drop Boxes Around State
Governor Tom Corbett says proper disposal of unused prescription drugs is important not just to stop abuse but to keep them out of the environment.
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Governor Tom Corbett says proper disposal of unused prescription drugs is important not just to stop abuse but to keep them out of the environment.
"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."
More than 200 children from the hematology department at St. Christopher's Hospital enjoyed a day filled with holiday fun at the Sheraton downtown Sunday afternoon.
Check the community cancellations we have received for Sunday, December 15, 2013.
The Philadelphia Bar Association welcomed its 87th Chancellor this week.
A woman raped 23 years ago as a college freshman has turned her life around and is now speaking to professionals who handle sexual assault cases.
"Glad Dogs Nation" gathers kids play things, like stuffed animals, and transforms them into pet toys and then sells them on the internet.
Saturday marks the one year anniversary of the Sandy Hook mass shooting that shook up a quiet Connecticut town and stunned a nation. A Bucks County native, who is a pastor in the heart of the still reeling community, reflects on the past 12 months.
On January 1, 1974, founders of the House of Umoja got more than 500 gang members from across the city together in North Philadelphia to discuss how to end a territorial blood war.
The Fair Share Housing Center contends that blacks and Latinos have been turned down for housing aid at rates far higher than whites.
Dozens of portraits, all victims of violence, were a central feature of the observance at Broad Street Ministry. Ten were those of students gunned down at Sandy Hook last year.
Ken Scott, president of Beech Companies, handed out twenty $1,000 grants from the Alston-Beech Foundation to area nonprofits.
The transit dock ship Somerset is the third and final ship ordered by the US Navy after September 11th to honor the victims of the terrorist attacks, joining the New York and the Arlington.
The visit to the People's Emergency Center was scheduled. But the gifts, including lots of toys for the kids, were a surprise.
Kevin Williams, director of residence life at Temple University, says not all of the dorms are closing during the break. But for those that do, some students who live in those dorms may have nowhere else to go.
Time magazine has announced its choice of Pope Francis as its "Person of the Year."
A "Citizenship Challenge" essay contest for area fourth and fifth graders asked whether the Constitutional requirement that the US president must be a "natural born" citizen should remain or go.
"We think that there's going to be a positive outcome, but I cannot officially comment on that right now," he said. "I hope to, soon."
The ACLU and marriage equality group "Freedom To Marry" are enlisting the help of Pennsylvania's mayors for a public education campaign.
Santa Claus paid a visit to some of his littlest followers at the intensive care nursery of Our Lady of Lourdes Medical Center, in Camden.
For the second time this week, the Philadelphia Fire Department has gotten a nice donation for smoke detectors. But this time, it's for people who can't hear the regular ones.
The parents of a Marine sergeant who died while stationed in Greece say his heart was missing when his body arrived home in Pennsylvania for burial.
Friends of a South Jersey woman with cancer have teamed up to raise funds for her treatment.
Check the long list of community cancellations received by CBS Philly for Tuesday, December 10, 2013.
About 40 activists braved snow and cold during the noon hour outside a center city office tower, to protest a fracking-related project at the headquarters of the firm behind it.
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.
A bear was spotted in Towamencin Township, Montgomery County, on Tuesday, police said.
Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs was arrested Tuesday in Wisconsin on domestic violence charges, officials said.
Principals from six Philly schools say the tax would help close the School District of Philadelphia's $300 million budget deficit.
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.
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.
A bear was spotted in Towamencin Township, Montgomery County, on Tuesday, police said.
Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs was arrested Tuesday in Wisconsin on domestic violence charges, officials said.
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.
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.
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.
Bill Kelly is tracking scattered showers on Wednesday in the Philadelphia region. Here's the latest NEXT Weather forecast.
Mark Brittingham, Jermel Shuler and Rasheed Smith have been exonerated for the 1997 murder of an elderly woman in her North Philadelphia home, District Attorney Larry Krasner said Tuesday.
New Jersey State Police identified the 28-year-old who died as Gunnar Pearson of Barnegat.
A woman suffering from a lung disease is hopeful to participate in the American Lung Association's 12th Annual Lung Force Walk this weekend at the Philadelphia Zoo. Stephanie Stahl reports.
Philly Pride 365 will honor music icon Patti LaBelle during the 2026 festival on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway on June 7.