Once Called Ex-Cons, Philadelphia 'Returning Citizens' Begin Six Weeks of Reintegration
More than 70 people sat in a room that was standing-room-only. In the first hour, reintegration specialists set the tone.
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More than 70 people sat in a room that was standing-room-only. In the first hour, reintegration specialists set the tone.
A teen faces charges of witness intimidation and terroristic threats in connection with a social media account that revealed the names of victims and witnesses in criminal cases, police said.
The Pew Charitable Trust conducted the poll during the summer of 2013 using a random sample of Philadelphia adults over 18.
For many, pets are part of the family, but a new survey reveals some women actually love their pet more than their family – or at least more than their partner.
Laurie Kaneff is on an emotional roller coaster after burglars break into her Cherry Hill home, stealing irreplaceable items, including her dog Jessie.
Based on a review of forecasts from the National Weather Service, the Montgomery County Commissioners have declared a Cold Blue Cold Weather Emergency for Montgomery County.
New Jersey officials say they have distributed just over one-third of the federal aid allocated for housing help after Superstorm Sandy.
The Justice Department reached an agreement to allow merger of US Airways and American Airlines.
A jackpot-winning Cash 5 ticket worth $700,000 was sold in Berks County.
None of the group members have experience as runners, so they came up with a motivating name called, "You should be running." They will be participating in the Philadelphia Marathon this Sunday.
Allentown's mayor has nominated a veteran Philadelphia police officer to become the city's next police chief.
More men are now slaving away in the kitchen alongside women during Thanksgiving Day preparations.
Mears volunteers for a Pennsylvania state senator, helps homeless and drug-addicted veterans, raises money for scholarships, and helps kids living in foster homes.
Crews were battling a fire early Sunday morning at Faith Outreach Ministry For All People church in West Philadelphia.
Communications in many cities in the Philippines have been essentially cut off, and many people with families inside of the cities hit hardest by Typhoon Haiyan have no idea if their loved ones are dead or alive.
Many of the prospective students at the fair were looking for majors that they hope will help them get a job right out of school in a variety of fields.
Lauren DeBruicker has just been elected to head the board of directors of Inglis, making her the first board chair in its 136-year history who is a wheelchair user.
Dozens of non-profit groups that form 'The Circuit Coalition' are trying to make the case that the regional trail network is a worthy investment. The just expired Penn Foundation grant funded 40 different projects.
There are reasons people decide not to leave cash to the adult kids. Parents are living longer and more actively, health care costs are skyrocketing and there's that great charity that could do a lot of good with the money.
One of America's low cost airlines is expanding service at the New Castle County Airport in Delaware.
Judge Renee Cardwell Hughes, CEO of the local Red Cross, says the agency offers a service called "Family Tracing".
A group of community activists and teenagers volunteered their Saturday to clean up the Tacony Creek Park in the city's Lawncrest section.
The ceremony was held Saturday in front of the USS Olympia to honor those who served in our armed forces.
In the wake of a tragic accident that took the life of a teenager waiting for her school bus, Vineland, New Jersey officials are working to make things safer.
The top cop at SEPTA has taken to the social network to help serve and protect its riders, with a little bit of an attitude.
The proposal would bring more than 4 million square feet of facilities to Upper Merion and West Conshohocken.
Thursday in the Philadelphia region will be a day to enjoy with temperatures in the upper 70s.
A person is being interviewed in connection with the body that was found in a suitcase in Philadelphia's Kensington neighborhood last week, police said Wednesday night.
Ballistics evidence from a Delaware County shooting in 2024 helped police solve a murder that happened in Cheltenham Township in 2018, officials said.
In an effort to ease the flow of traffic around the 2026 Roots Picnic in Philadelphia, organizers unveiled map of multiple lots surrounding the Belmont Plateau.
The proposal would bring more than 4 million square feet of facilities to Upper Merion and West Conshohocken.
Thursday in the Philadelphia region will be a day to enjoy with temperatures in the upper 70s.
A 15-year-old was critically injured in a shooting in Northeast Philadelphia's Mayfair neighborhood Wednesday, police said.
A person is being interviewed in connection with the body that was found in a suitcase in Philadelphia's Kensington neighborhood last week, police said Wednesday night.
Ballistics evidence from a Delaware County shooting in 2024 helped police solve a murder that happened in Cheltenham Township in 2018, officials said.
The proposal would bring more than 4 million square feet of facilities to Upper Merion and West Conshohocken.
A person is being interviewed in connection with the body that was found in a suitcase in Philadelphia's Kensington neighborhood last week, police said Wednesday night.
Ballistics evidence from a Delaware County shooting in 2024 helped police solve a murder that happened in Cheltenham Township in 2018, officials said.
In an effort to ease the flow of traffic around the 2026 Roots Picnic in Philadelphia, organizers unveiled map of multiple lots surrounding the Belmont Plateau.
Part of Kensington Avenue is closed after a condemned building partially collapsed, officials say.
Neighbors in Cumberland County say the noise from a data center is disrupting their quality of life and property values.
After fans reported they may have been misled about where the seats they bought were actually located, the attorneys general of New York and New Jersey are investigating FIFA over World Cup ticketing practices for matches at MetLife Stadium.
The announcement comes after dozens of New Jersey groups petitioned the governor to issue a ban on artificial intelligence data centers.
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.
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.
A former flight attendant who lost her arms and legs during the COVID-19 battle in 2021 is using new technology to help make life easier.
Michelle Lipchock went from being told she had just two years to live to now living every day to the fullest.
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.
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.
SEPTA launched its first-ever digital real-time arrival display Wednesday at the bus stop at Broad Street and Oregon Avenue.
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.
Cristopher Sánchez made Phillies history and extended his scoreless streak to 44 2/3 innings in a 3-0 win on Wednesday against the Padres for a three-game sweep.
A.J. Brown was absent from the Philadelphia Eagles' OTAs on Wednesday ahead of a potential trade next week.
Phillies ace Cristopher Sánchez broke Grover Cleveland Alexander's franchise scoreless inning streak set in 1911 Wednesday.
The Philadelphia Union on Wednesday fired head coach Bradley Carnell and made Jon Scheer their full-time sporting director.
After fans reported they may have been misled about where the seats they bought were actually located, the attorneys general of New York and New Jersey are investigating FIFA over World Cup ticketing practices for matches at MetLife Stadium.
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 says Thursday in the Philadelphia region will be a nice day with temperatures in the 70s. Here's the NEXT Weather forecast.
Upper Merion residents packed a township meeting room Wednesday night, voicing fierce opposition to a proposed multi-site data center development that would bring more than four million square feet of facilities to Upper Merion and West Conshohocken.
A video obtained by CBS News Philadelphia shows a mother and her kids running for cover when multiple gunshots erupt on Nesper Street in Northeast Philly.
There are new screening guidelines from the American Cancer Society for colorectal cancer to boost early detection rates. Stephanie Stahl reports.
A condemned building partially collapsed in Philadelphia's Kensington neighborhood Wednesday evening, fire officials said. No injuries have been reported.