New Jersey's school bus seat belt law should go national, Gottheimer says
The New Jersey Democrat says it's time to make seat belts on school buses a national standard, instead of leaving it up to states.
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The New Jersey Democrat says it's time to make seat belts on school buses a national standard, instead of leaving it up to states.
Sen. Cory Booker's tense exchange with two fellow Democrats marked a rare moment of intraparty disagreement that played out on the Senate floor.
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries and Sen. Cory Booker opposed the Republican budget plan key to enacting President Trump's agenda with a sit-in protest on the steps of the Capitol as the sun rose on Sunday.
A one-of-a-kind New Jersey landmark is the latest to be impacted by cuts to federal funding.
The funding, from congressional-directed spending, was announced by Sen. Cory Booker during an event last August. The landmark's executive director said they planned to use it for needed upgrades inside the six-story structure.
Democratic Sen. Cory Booker of New Jersey began speaking around 7 p.m. on Monday to protest Trump policies and didn't stop till after 8 p.m. on Tuesday.
Sen. Cory Booker of New Jersey broke the record for the longest Senate floor speech after he spoke for more than 25 hours straight this week in protest of President Trump's policies.
Democrats from Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware are ready to fight for Kamala Harris after she accepted the party's nomination at the DNC in Chicago.
Kamala Harris made history at the Democratic National Convention on Thursday night as she became the first woman of color to top a major party's presidential ticket. Janelle Burrell breaks down the final night of the convention live from Chicago and we hear from leaders including Sens. Cory Booker and Chris Coons as well as delegates from around the area.
New Jersey lawmakers on both sides of the aisle react to Joe Biden's decision to quit the presidential race.
Despite many calls to resign, convicted Sen. Bob Menendez says he's staying put.
Pressure is mounting on convicted felon Bob Menendez to resign from the U.S. Senate, but not everyone thinks he will.
The New Jersey senator was in Jerusalem to speak at a summit when Hamas launched its attacks Saturday. Booker says he and his staff were able to safely leave Israel.
Sen. Cory Booker and his staff were in Jerusalem when Hamas began carrying out its large-scale offensive against Israel "and sheltered in place for their safety," his office said.
Sen. Cory Booker joins the roster of Senate Democrats calling on the resignation of New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez, who is facing an indictment on federal bribery charges.
Fentanyl test strips are illegal under some states' drug paraphernalia laws that date back to the 1970s. Before the proposal can become law, it needs bipartisan support in Congress.
After the debate on windfarms in New Jersey and New York, a panel of elected officials and environmental groups says climate change is the greatest danger to the world's oceans and marine life.
"There is a pathway forward, and I'm going to be tireless and not stop until we do significant things to make Americans safer," the Democratic senator said on "Face the Nation."
The city's health commissioner says Philadelphia was promised 3,612 doses but is only receiving 720 vials.
Cory Booker, a Black Democrat from New Jersey, said he could no longer hold back his emotion over how Ketanji Brown Jackson has conducted herself in the face of combative questioning.
U.S. Senator Cory Booker has tested positive for COVID, according to a statement from the New Jersey Democrat.
"It was clear that we were not making the progress that we needed to make," Booker told reporters Wednesday.
Booker defeated Republican Rik Mehta, a business executive with a law degree and a doctorate in pharmacy.
All-star surrogates are stumping for Joe Biden in Philadelphia during the final stretch.
Democratic Sen. Chris Coons of Delaware says the Republican-controlled Senate should hold off on nominating the next Supreme Court justice.
More than 100 firefighters responded to a rowhome fire that injured several people in Philadelphia's East Germantown neighborhood Tuesday morning.
Funeral services begin Tuesday for Pennsylvania State Police Cpl. Timothy O'Connor, who died after being shot during a traffic stop in Chester County.
Thousands of people spent the night without electricity around the Philadelphia area after Monday's storms.
Israel says it killed Iran's top security official Ali Larijani, as America's European allies reject Trump's demands for help in the Strait of Hormuz.
The Philadelphia area can expect a cold and windy St. Patrick's Day with wind chills in the teens and 20s.
More than 100 firefighters responded to a rowhome fire that injured several people in Philadelphia's East Germantown neighborhood Tuesday morning.
Funeral services begin Tuesday for Pennsylvania State Police Cpl. Timothy O'Connor, who died after being shot during a traffic stop in Chester County.
Thousands of people spent the night without electricity around the Philadelphia area after Monday's storms.
Israel says it killed Iran's top security official Ali Larijani, as America's European allies reject Trump's demands for help in the Strait of Hormuz.
The Philadelphia area can expect a cold and windy St. Patrick's Day with wind chills in the teens and 20s.
More than 100 firefighters responded to a rowhome fire that injured several people in Philadelphia's East Germantown neighborhood Tuesday morning.
Funeral services begin Tuesday for Pennsylvania State Police Cpl. Timothy O'Connor, who died after being shot during a traffic stop in Chester County.
Thousands of people spent the night without electricity around the Philadelphia area after Monday's storms.
Pennsylvania State Police have arrested a man accused of issuing dozens of fraudulent titles for stolen luxury cars.
Earl Jones is thriving after receiving a heart transplant at Temple University Hospital decades ago.
Thousands of people spent the night without electricity around the Philadelphia area after Monday's storms.
Michael B. Jordan's best actor win at Sunday night's Academy Awards resonated at his alma mater, Arts High School in Newark.
An Ocean County College dean and Kean University adjunct instructor was arrested and charged with sexual assault of a minor on Monday, according to local authorities.
With the region under a tornado watch through 7 p.m., several school districts have announced closings and early dismissals.
At least 10 dead geese were recently found at Verona Park in Essex County, New Jersey.
Thousands of people spent the night without electricity around the Philadelphia area after Monday's storms.
With the region under a tornado watch through 7 p.m., several school districts have announced closings and early dismissals.
A teenager in Newark, Delaware is being charged with first degree murder after stabbing a rideshare driver multiple times, police say.
Up-and-coming bands are sharing their sound in between the aisles at Fiesta Fresh Farmers Market.
A barge hauling scrap metal caught fire in the Delaware Bay on Tuesday.
Earl Jones is thriving after receiving a heart transplant at Temple University Hospital decades ago.
After years of being misdiagnosed, Mary Schneider is raising awareness about narcolepsy and other sleep disorders.
New Jersey Sen. Andy Kim is opening up about his father's Alzheimer's diagnosis in hopes of helping others struggling like him to care for their loved ones.
New owners say Springfield Hospital could reopen as soon as this year, bring much-needed health care to Delaware County.
Yentli Soto Albrecht, who is a genetic carrier of ALS, is working on research at Penn that could one day prove life-saving.
The Franklin Mall in Northeast Philadelphia is set to reopen Friday after being because of a fire, a spokesperson said.
The Franklin Mall in Northeast Philadelphia is closed until further notice following a fire, a mall security official said.
Move over, Wawa, "there's a new player in town." Customers shed light on Pennsylvania's heated rivalry as Sheetz opened its first store in Montgomery County.
Former Sheetz president and CEO Steve Sheetz has died at age 77, the Altoona-based company announced on Monday.
The post-Christmas return rush was underway at shops and malls across the Philadelphia area.
Fire crews were called to the Valley Forge Service Area on the Pennsylvania Turnpike for a truck fire Friday morning.
Construction in Upper Darby and Newtown Square has frustrated drivers. PennDOT says work is set to be completed at the end of the year.
TSA workers are impacted by the government shutdown and the agency is dealing with staffing constraints, including at PHL.
Service on SEPTA's Market-Frankford Line between 30th Street and Spring Garden stations resumed Wednesday night after an underground fire.
The Philadelphia St. Patrick's Day Parade returns to Market Street Sunday.
Phillies OF Johan Rojas was suspended for 80 games after he tested positive for the performance-enhancing substance Boldenone.
The U.S. men's national soccer team is expected to debut the new uniforms later this month in Atlanta, ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup starting in June.
Philadelphia Union sporting director Ernst Tanner has been suspended through June 1 without pay, MLS announced Monday.
Darius Slay announced his retirement on Monday after 13 seasons with three teams and a Super Bowl title with the Eagles.
The United States will face the winner of Monday's semifinal between Italy and Venezuela in Tuesday's World Baseball Classic title game.
Michael B. Jordan's best actor win at Sunday night's Academy Awards resonated at his alma mater, Arts High School in Newark.
A West Philadelphia hip-hop artist is using his music to inspire others and bring people together.
"One Battle After Another" took home several big awards, including Best Picture, Best Director and the newly created Best Casting.
Watch scenes from the performances nominated for best supporting actress at the 98th annual Academy Awards, as well as interviews with the nominees.
The Ministry of Awe on 3rd Street in Philadelphia features five floors of art installations, interactive exhibits and more.
Ukee Washington reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Ukee Washington reports.
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 fire broke out on High Street in Philadelphia's East Germantown neighborhood on Tuesday morning.
After a warmer but stormy start to the week, winter returns Tuesday for St. Patrick's Day. High temperatures will barely make it into the 40s around Philadelphia and the Jersey Shore, and blustery winds will have it feeling more like the 20s and 30s. Meteorologist Kate Bilo has your NEXT Weather forecast.
Storms on Monday night caused power outages for thousands after knocking down trees and power lines. In Woodbury Heights, New Jersey, a tree fell on a home; and in Brookhaven, Pennsylvania, a downed tree was blocking a road near an elementary school. Ray Strickland and Wakisha Bailey report.
Dottie the dog was rescued this week after she was spotted on a beam at a SEPTA station in Philadelphia. Reporter Eva Andersen digs into what comes next for this sweet pup.
Travelers on Monday night said they were navigating delayed and canceled flights as strong storms passed through the Philadelphia region, bringing heavy rain and wind.