New Jersey drought threatens crops, raising fears of higher prices
New Jersey is one of the nation's top growers of peaches, but the fruit may be harder to find this season and possibly more expensive at the grocery store.
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New Jersey is one of the nation's top growers of peaches, but the fruit may be harder to find this season and possibly more expensive at the grocery store.
New Jersey is one of the nation's top growers of peaches, but the fruit may be harder to find this season and possibly more expensive at the grocery store. Ryan Hughes reports.
For the first time since last September, the Philadelphia area is no longer in a drought, according to the U.S. Drought Monitor.
Winemaker Larry Sharrott said the drought will help produce robust wines at his South Jersey winery.
After a historic stretch without rain, a New Jersey winemaker and winery owner says the dry conditions will make for better bottles. Still, he's grateful some rain is finally falling.
Aqua Pennsylvania insists the water is safe to drink in Abington despite reports of a strange taste and smell. People said they noticed a stronger chlorine smell over the last few days. CBS News Philadelphia checked with Aqua Pennsylvania and the water company traced the issue back to its Neshaminy plant.
The Delaware River Basin Commission is holding a virtual meeting Tuesday as it considers next steps to address drought conditions in the Delaware River.
High pressure will build in from the Midwest for the weekend promoting plenty of sunshine and providing drier air and breezy conditions for Saturday.
New Jersey remains under a drought warning on Friday and there could be a drought emergency in the days ahead.
The worsening drought is forcing a second utility company in New Jersey to issue mandatory water restrictions.
Trenton Water Works has issued mandatory water restrictions amid a worsening drought in New Jersey.
New Jersey has declared a drought warning as dry conditions continue, asking residents to conserve water voluntarily.
New Jersey has issued a drought warning and asked residents to voluntarily conserve water in hopes of avoiding mandatory restrictions.
Gov. Phil Murphy and other state officials will hold another briefing Wednesday to discuss the possible drought warning status.
Crews are battling a fire on Neversink Mountain in Reading, Pennsylvania. Firefighters are thanking neighbors for all their recent donations.
As crews battle multiple wildfires in New Jersey, residents say the smoky, hazy conditions are starting to take a toll.
People we spoke to say they can’t wait for the rain to come. AAA is warning it could cause some dangerous road conditions. Ray Strickland has more on what we could expect.
Parts of the East Coast are under drought conditions and red flag warnings, from Massachusetts to the northern edge of Virginia and West Virginia.
Saturday will be another dry day however the winds will not be as strong and the humidity levels will not be quite as low.
Amid drought conditions, another wildfire has popped up in South Jersey. Crews are battling a wildfire at the Glassboro Wildlife Management Area in Gloucester County that broke out on Thursday, the New Jersey Forest Fire Service said.
As unusually dry conditions continue, the Philadelphia region is under a red flag warning and a NEXT Weather Alert Friday because of fire danger. Chief Meteorologist Bill Kelly has the forecast.
Amid the worsening drought, crews with the New Jersey Forest Fire Service are working to contain and put out three fires burning in South Jersey. Nikki DeMentri reports.
New Jersey Forest Fire Service crews are battling at least three wildfires under unusually dry conditions.
The drought in New Jersey is putting serious stress on two of the Garden State's top crops – blueberries and cranberries.
Homeowners are taking precautions as crews fight wildfires in Evesham Township and other areas in New Jersey.
Fans from Ghana and Croatia keep the festivities going in Philadelphia, with one World Cup match left before the city's monthlong celebration ends.
The New York Mets defeated the Philadelphia Phillies 6-2 on Saturday to stop their seven-game losing streak.
Croatia has earned a spot in the World Cup knockout round by defeating Ghana on Saturday.
Rain didn't stop the West Powelton Steppers and Drum Squad from celebrating a milestone more than three decades in the making.
Separated by generations, two photographers reveal how Philadelphia's protests helped shape society.
Fans from Ghana and Croatia keep the festivities going in Philadelphia, with one World Cup match left before the city's monthlong celebration ends.
The New York Mets defeated the Philadelphia Phillies 6-2 on Saturday to stop their seven-game losing streak.
Croatia has earned a spot in the World Cup knockout round by defeating Ghana on Saturday.
Rain didn't stop the West Powelton Steppers and Drum Squad from celebrating a milestone more than three decades in the making.
Investigators returned to the home Friday to search for possible human remains, but none were found at the property, police say.
Rain didn't stop the West Powelton Steppers and Drum Squad from celebrating a milestone more than three decades in the making.
Separated by generations, two photographers reveal how Philadelphia's protests helped shape society.
Police are looking for a driver accused of intentionally striking an officer with a vehicle in North Philadelphia Friday night, police say.
For more than 100 years, Collingswood has been a dry borough, but that could change.
Two juveniles are faceing multiple charges in connection with a massive fire that destroyed several properties in Allentown Wednesday night, officials say.
A major procedural hurdle has been cleared for the future of the shuttered Wonderland Pier amusement park in Ocean City, New Jersey.
An ex-South Jersey middle school teacher is facing new charges in connection with sexually assaulting a student, the Gloucester County Prosecutor's Office announced.
Pride flags are once again blowing in the breeze on Kings Highway in Haddonfield, less than 48 hours after police say a man ripped most of them down.
Ocean City resident Frank LaFerrara rescued a teenage girl from a rip current thanks to lifeguard training he received 50 years ago.
The memory of Michael Stewart, a 6-year-old boy who drowned on his first day of summer camp, is kept alive by his mother and his community.
Police say a 19-year-old pointed a gun at a crowd and then fled from police, and an officer shot him during a foot pursuit.
Prosecutors allege John Wallace-Bey got into an argument with two co-workers, left work and later came back and shot them.
A man from New Jersey was charged after he allegedly hit and killed two teen pedestrians in Townsend, Delaware, over the weekend.
A 66-year-old woman who was riding an e-bike in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, died in a crash Saturday morning, state police said.
Every year, the August Quarterly Festival Choir lifts so many spirits at the oldest Black religious gathering in the country.
At Jefferson Moss-Magee Rehabilitation Center, dogs are being used to help aphasia patients.
Janaylon Wright's cancer symptoms were overlooked for months. Her story, featured in a new report, reflects broader disparities in cancer care.
Vets emphasize that marijuana edibles often contain other highly poisonous ingredients like chocolate or artificial sweeteners, which can worsen the toxicity for dogs.
New research from Rutgers University says there could be a new connection between popular diet drugs and violent behavior.
Josie Selke was diagnosed with a rare pediatric leukemia at just 5 months old. But thanks to a grant from the Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation, today she's in remission.
Target is voluntarily recalling two types of baby wipes due to concerns that the products may be contaminated with bacteria that may cause "serious and life-threatening infections," the U.S. Food and Drug Administration said on Friday.
The Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board says it will begin approving the extended-hours permits for Philadelphia businesses within the next week.
Two top-rated and critically acclaimed restaurants in the Philadelphia area are receiving a new honor.
Sportswear brand Mitchell & Ness is opening a new three-story flagship store in Center City Philadelphia.
Caesars Entertainment is being acquired for almost $6 billion by Fertitta, the company that owns Las Vegas' Golden Nugget and chains like Rainforest Cafe and Morton's.
Three men died in a plane crash in Maryland Saturday night, police said.
Organizers say they want the FIFA Fan Festival in Philadelphia to be "soccer Coachella" for fans from around the world.
SEPTA and its police union have tentatively agreed to a new contract, averting a strike during a busy summer in Philadelphia.
Traffic is backed up on I-95 North in Philadelphia because of a crash near East Allegheny Avenue.
SEPTA says it's making improvements to the train station in the South Philadelphia Sports Complex.
Fans from Ghana and Croatia keep the festivities going in Philadelphia, with one World Cup match left before the city's monthlong celebration ends.
The New York Mets defeated the Philadelphia Phillies 6-2 on Saturday to stop their seven-game losing streak.
Croatia has earned a spot in the World Cup knockout round by defeating Ghana on Saturday.
The Philadelphia Phillies beat the reeling New York Mets 2-1 on Friday night.
The Toronto Maple Leafs selected Penn State forward Gavin McKenna with the No. 1 NHL draft pick.
There appear to be new clues about the location of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding.
Clive Davis helped shape the careers of music stars including Janis Joplin, Bruce Springsteen and Whitney Houston.
Over 80 costumes by award-winning costume designer Ruth E. Carter are on display at the African American Museum in Philadelphia.
Brazilian fans visiting Philadelphia for the World Cup are avoiding dressing the Rocky statue in their team colors.
"The Sound of America," an original production set to world-premiere July 1 at FringeArts, reimagines Benjamin Franklin's life as a rock-and-roll spectacle.
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.
For more than 60 years, 92-year-old Harvey Finkle has carried a camera to protests across Philadelphia, documenting everything from anti-war demonstrations to disability rights advocacy. Eva Andersen reports.
Fans of both Ghana and Croatia invade Philadelphia with nothing but party vibes. Ryan Hughes reports.
As the U.S. Men's National Team gears up for the knockout rounds of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the Over-40 Men's National Team is celebrating the work to win a bronze medal in the 18th Seniors World Cup. Krystle Rich reports.
Saturday, the Mutter Museum is opening a new exhibit showing how Philadelphia has played a role in American medicine the past 250 years.
A police officer was injured in a hit-and-run in North Philadelphia on Friday night, officials say.