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Two former heads of Philadelphia's Department of Licenses and Inspections offered differing views on whether L&I has lost sight of public safety.
Point to a problem, even add a picture, and the app fires off a note to your man or woman in Washington.
Arthur Makadon, one of Philadelphia's top behind-the-scenes power brokers and the former head of one of the city's most powerful law firms, has died.
Chris details the restraining order issued that could provide a lung for a Newtown Square girl in need of a transplant and the collapse of a building yesterday in Center City. He talks to Senator Pat Toomey and hosts a debate between Katrina Anderson of the Commonwealth Foundation and Wendell Young of the United Food and Commercial Workers Union on the privatization of Pennsylvania's state owned liquor stores.
Septa general manager Joe Casey says the transit agency need about $5 billion in repairs and upgrades.
The Conference opens on Friday and has a focus on the future of the craft.
Governor Corbett is appealing to the public to put pressure on lawmakers to enact key items of his agenda before they recess for summer.
Former Pennsylvania Governor Ed Rendell took to the airwaves in Philadelphia on Friday and called a lawmaker who opposed expanding gun control laws a "dumbbell."
A woman who served in the cabinet of former Pennsylvania governor Ed Rendell is the latest to join the ever-growing field of Democrats seeking to oust the current occupant of the governor's office, Republican Tom Corbett.
"No reasonable person can object to universal background checks," Rendell said outside Sen. Toomey's Philadelphia office.
Three years ago, Darren Laws (left) started The Mission, a nonprofit organization dedicated to saving young people in Chester, Pa.
Chris awaits tommorrow's report on gun violence from Vice-President Joe Biden, he reviews the weekends NFL playoff matchups and the Golden Globe awards, and he explains the evolution from the Obamacare mandate to a mandate "plus." He also talks to Michael Bronstein and Colin Hanna about the fight to raise the debt ceiling.
Chris analyzes Vice-President Joe Biden's meeting with the NRA and Walmart and Ed Rendell's top ten reasons he won't be the mayor or New York City. He talks to Ben Shapiro about his new book, Bullies, Steve Cordasco on Finance Friday, CBS 3's Beasley Reece, and Comedian Big Jay Oakerson.
Chris details the cabinet nominations revealed yesterday by President Obama and the excitement that surrounded Alabama Quarterback AJ McCarron's girlfriend during last night's national championship game. He also discusses New Jersey Senate President Steve Sweeney's latest politization of Hurricane Sandy, Senator Pat Toomey's intentions for raising the debt ceiling, and a brawl at the Cherry Hill Mall.
Among the major political stories for the people of Pennsylvania and beyond in 2012 was the passing of a once-powerful, former US senator.
Ed Rendell says that the Sandy Hook tragedy is proof there needs to be more gun control laws.
Governor Tom Corbett downplays polls that suggest his popularity with voters is lagging.
Ground has been broken in the heart of Philadelphia's Gayborhood for a housing project that will serve the needs of the LGBT community.
Chris reviews last night's event at the Constitution Center with Ann Coulter. He talks to Rick Santorum about the presidential election and whether or not Pennsylvania is in play. He also talks to Steve Cordasco on Finance Friday and CBS 3's Beasley Reece to preview this weekend's Eagles matchup.
Chris Stigall analyzes the second presidential debate. He discusses the performances of the candidates with former Governor Ed Rendell, former Governor or New Hampshire, John Sununu, as well as, Michael Bronstein and Colin Hanna, and John Hayward from Human Events.
Ed Rendell remembers Arlen Specter as a sports fan, who always saw the bright side.
Chris analyzes last night's vice-presidential debate between Joe Biden and Paul Ryan and discusses it with Governor Tom Corbett, Senator Pat Toomey, Ed Rendell, John Hayward, Michael Bronstein, and Colin Hanna.
Chris reviews last nights debate with Ed Rendell, Newt Gingrich and Rick Satorum. He also gets expert analysis from John Hayward from Human Events and Jeff Roe and Michael Bronstein on a special debate edition of the Matchup.
Umbrellas will be needed as well as contingency plans if you are going to be outdoors on Saturday, especially during the nighttime hours.
The Atlanta Braves piled more misery on Philadelphia with a 5-3 victory Friday night that sent the Phillies to their 10th straight loss.
Jayson Tatum continued to impress in his return from injury, scoring 25 points to help the Boston Celtics beat the Philadelphia 76ers Friday night.
The Philadelphia Eagles have acquired edge rusher Jonathan Greenard in a trade with the Minnesota Vikings.
The debate over gas-powered leaf blowers is gaining momentum in Radnor Township.
Umbrellas will be needed as well as contingency plans if you are going to be outdoors on Saturday, especially during the nighttime hours.
The Atlanta Braves piled more misery on Philadelphia with a 5-3 victory Friday night that sent the Phillies to their 10th straight loss.
Jayson Tatum continued to impress in his return from injury, scoring 25 points to help the Boston Celtics beat the Philadelphia 76ers Friday night.
The 2026 NFL draft is underway in Pittsburgh. Here's who the Philadelphia Eagles have picked so far.
The Philadelphia Eagles have acquired edge rusher Jonathan Greenard in a trade with the Minnesota Vikings.
The debate over gas-powered leaf blowers is gaining momentum in Radnor Township.
Jaheim Warner is being called a hero after helping a woman last month who appeared to be having a seizure behind the wheel.
A new project in North Philadelphia is transforming an old skating rink into a new comprehensive health center set to open in 2027.
Naseem Sills, wanted in connection with the July 4, 2024, mass shooting in Philadelphia, turned himself in to police Friday.
David Jayne, a former Bristol Township police officer and school district security guard, was charged with child pornography.
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.
Three cats were exposed to a rabid bat found in the attic of a home in Haddonfield, N.J., on April 18, health officials said.
Photos of the grand opening of LesbiVeggies in Camden.
The team identified Robert Dean Irelan as the man whose body was found in a shallow grave in Salem County, New Jersey, in 1979.
A team from New Jersey says they're out tens of thousands of dollars after the travel company GoPlay Sports abruptly shut down.
Nehemeiah Jones was arrested for orchestrating a retail theft group that targeted stores across Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware.
DeSean Jackson and Delaware State University failed to discipline a football player who assaulted two teammates, a lawsuit claims.
The Delaware Department of Agriculture is warning residents about the unexpected deliveries of seeds that they did not order.
As people mark Earth Day, one Delaware business owner is finding value in what others throw away.
A grand jury indicted Luqmaan Khan, the Wilmington man accused of plotting an attack on the University of Delaware, on a gun charge.
A new project in North Philadelphia is transforming an old skating rink into a new comprehensive health center set to open in 2027.
The Philadelphia Walk to End Bladder Cancer is raising awareness for a disease doctors say is often overlooked.
Wills Eye Hospital in Philadelphia and other sites around the region will host free eye screenings for Diabetes Day.
The Philadelphia region received an F for bad air quality in an annual report from the American Lung Association.
Transplant patients participated in a Donor Dash at Penn Medicine to celebrate donors and their families.
Bimbo Bakeries USA employs over 20,000 people and has been headquartered in Horsham, Pennsylvania, for the past 17 years.
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Gas prices are climbing, putting a strain on the transportation industry and its workers in the Philadelphia area.
FIFA officials have canceled hundreds of hotel rooms in Philadelphia previously booked for this summer.
The Franklin Mall in Northeast Philadelphia is set to reopen Friday after being because of a fire, a spokesperson said.
A vehicle fire briefly shut down the southbound lanes of Interstate 95 in Northeast Philadelphia Thursday.
Two I-95 ramps close to the South Philadelphia Sports Complex are under construction and could cause some traffic headaches for Flyers and Sixers fans.
The warning period for the Philadelphia Parking Authority's school-zone speed camera enforcement ends on Monday, April 20.
Police said a driver ran a red light and then hit another vehicle, killing that driver and a dog at 48th and Walnut streets in Philadelphia.
A tractor-trailer crashed into an overpass on Route 295 in Marlton, New Jersey, causing traffic to back up.
The Atlanta Braves piled more misery on Philadelphia with a 5-3 victory Friday night that sent the Phillies to their 10th straight loss.
Jayson Tatum continued to impress in his return from injury, scoring 25 points to help the Boston Celtics beat the Philadelphia 76ers Friday night.
The Philadelphia Eagles have acquired edge rusher Jonathan Greenard in a trade with the Minnesota Vikings.
The slumping Phillies are tapping into the farm system, recalling hard-throwing prospect Alex McFarlane from Double-A Reading.
The Central Bucks High School East swim team dealt with dual losses in 2023 and 2024, losing a swimmer and a coach.
The "Dog Days Are Over" for the Flyers, but their return to the playoffs comes at the cost of the Florence + the Machine concert.
Monster Jam is getting ready to take over Philadelphia's Lincoln Financial Field this weekend.
The city of Chester is honoring Grammy Award-winning R&B artist Avery*Sunshine during an emotional homecoming ceremony.
Artists like Lady A, Nelly, The Avett Brothers and Third Eye Blind will headline a free concert series throughout Pennsylvania.
Philadelphia's Southeast Asian Market is back for 2026, opening April 4 and returning nearly every weekend through the end of October.
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.
Our NEXT big weather maker is another cold front which will likely bring widespread rain to the area on Saturday. Bill Kelly has the forecast.
Despite losing Game 3 to Boston, some Sixers fans say there is hope for Game 4 on Sunday. Kerri Corrado reports.
Day 2 of the 130th Penn Relays is in the books as fans from across the world make memories to last a lifetime. Ross DiMattei reports.
After a slightly dramatic first round from the Eagles, rookie wide receiver Makai Lemon said he’s right where he needs to be. Dan Snyder reports.
A funeral was held at Laurel Hill in Bala Cynwyd, Pennsylvania, on Friday, which is quite the norm at the famous cemetery, but what made this one memorable is that the service was held for a tree. Siafa Lewis reports.