Education groups seek more collaboration from next Philadelphia mayor
Organizations CBS Philadelphia spoke with say the next mayor needs to tie the city, schools and education groups together.
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Organizations CBS Philadelphia spoke with say the next mayor needs to tie the city, schools and education groups together.
PhillyBOLT consists of young Philadelphians who are keeping a close eye on the race to become Philadelphia's 100th mayor.
At Temple University, we found plenty of young registered voters on campus and there was one common issue that seemed to stand out from the rest.
Dan Snyder reports.
With more than 500 homicides in 2021 and 2022, gun violence has shot to the top of the agenda in this year's mayoral race.
An arbitration panel awarded Robert Zeidman, who has decades in software development experience, a $5 million payout on Wednesday after he sued Lindell over the sum.
After Trump lost the 2020 election, Fox News' hosts and guests broadcast false charges against the maker of voting machines, claiming votes were "switched." Dominion's defamation suit argues the network aired false statements "with actual malice."
Jersey City Mayor Steven Fulop says he's running to be New Jersey's next governor, aiming to succeed term-limited Democrat Phil Murphy.
Democratic Sen. Bob Casey says he'll seek a fourth term, bringing unmatched name recognition in Pennsylvania politics to his party's defense of a seat in a presidential battleground state.
We're providing live updates on the race for mayor and 14 City Council runoff elections.
They gathered in West Philly on Saturday at Mount Carmel Baptist Church where a forum for the Democratic candidates was hosted. The National Coalition of 100 Black Women co-sponsored the forum.
Americans are "ready to move past the stale ideas and faded names of the past," Haley told a crowd of supporters in South Carolina.
Oh resigned from Philadelphia City Council on Monday to announce his candidacy.
The ballots were mostly thrown out because they were not placed in the outer security envelopes, or lacked proper signatures or dates. The issue mostly affected Democratic voters.
Schmidt, a Republican, spent 10 years helping run elections in Philadelphia.
Seth Kaplan reports.
The top-ranking Republican in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives wants a court to prevent voters from filling three vacant seats in February in special elections that will determine majority control of the chamber.
Democrats believe the election results are clear: The will of voters in a majority of House districts is for Democrats to represent them.
Montgomery County Rep. Todd Stephens conceded his race Thursday to Democrat Melissa Cerrato, giving Dems 102 seats in the state House.
Rep. Todd Stephens conceded his race to Democrat Melissa Cerrato.
Seth Kaplan reports.
Shapiro gave his first Capitol news conference Wednesday as he navigates the massive task of sorting through the many applications to fill out top posts in his administration.
He enters the race saddled with personal and professional legal battles that have not yet been resolved.
Democratic Gov.-elect Josh Shapiro will take office with a decisive mandate from Pennsylvania voters, who overwhelmingly rejected a Republican drive to pare back abortion rights and voting laws in the premier battleground state.
Republicans claim Democrats prematurely celebrated winning the Pennsylvania house. The GOP could still retain control of the chamber.
Police said students were moved to the middle school building next door after a possible bomb threat call was made directly to Haverford High School Wednesday morning.
Warner Bros. Discovery's board told its shareholders that Paramount Skydance's offer "provides inadequate value" for the business.
A fire led to the collapse of a structure in Camden County, New Jersey Wednesday morning.
Tatsuya Imai is the latest Japanese baseball star set to make the jump to MLB. Could the Philadelphia Phillies sign him?
Allentown police hope the vandalism case that temporarily shut down Lights in the Parkway will be resolved soon.
Police said students were moved to the middle school building next door after a possible bomb threat call was made directly to Haverford High School Wednesday morning.
Warner Bros. Discovery's board told its shareholders that Paramount Skydance's offer "provides inadequate value" for the business.
A fire led to the collapse of a structure in Camden County, New Jersey Wednesday morning.
Tatsuya Imai is the latest Japanese baseball star set to make the jump to MLB. Could the Philadelphia Phillies sign him?
Allentown police hope the vandalism case that temporarily shut down Lights in the Parkway will be resolved soon.
Police said students were moved to the middle school building next door after a possible bomb threat call was made directly to Haverford High School Wednesday morning.
Allentown police hope the vandalism case that temporarily shut down Lights in the Parkway will be resolved soon.
A person was taken into custody in connection with a hit-and-run crash in North Philadelphia that killed a passenger inside an Uber, police said.
JD Vance held an event in the Lehigh Valley Tuesday, where he aimed to address affordability concerns one week after President Trump visited the Poconos.
The New Leash on Life program aims to help inmates reacclimate into society after serving time behind bars.
A fire led to the collapse of a structure in Camden County, New Jersey Wednesday morning.
NJDOT is raising awareness about speeding, drunk driving and distracted driving while using humor and some holiday puns.
Ten people were taken to the hospital after a crash involving a school bus in Moorestown Township Tuesday afternoon, officials say.
An early Christmas present came to some people from Tanzania visiting South Jersey for life-altering interventions.
Davenport currently serves as the first assistant attorney general, a position she previously held from 2018-2020. She also worked as the acting attorney general's principal law enforcement advisor.
Several inches of snow fell across the Philadelphia region Sunday as a winter storm moved through the Delaware Valley.
The snow has moved out of the Delaware Valley Sunday after dropping inches of snow in communities around the region.
From packing your car to driving safety, here's a few tips to help you stay safe once the snow starts falling.
South Jerseyans are preparing for what could be a significant winter blast of snow this weekend.
The 68 Ventures Bowl announced that Delaware football will take on the Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns in Mobile, Alabama, on Dec. 17, 2025.
Children with critical illnesses and their families can visit the Wishing Place in Bala Cynwyd to start their wish journeys.
An early Christmas present came to some people from Tanzania visiting South Jersey for life-altering interventions.
A community event in Germantown gave away free hearing aids, letting attendees reconnect with the world through sound.
A stomach bug sickened several students at a Camden County elementary school, the health department announced Friday.
Experts say the holiday season is prime for contagious illnesses to spread in crowded places like malls, airports and holiday parties.
Through Amazon Now, customers can get household items, cosmetics, electronics, groceries and more delivered in about 30 minutes or less.
San Francisco officials said Tuesday that the city has filed a lawsuit against leading manufacturers of ultra-processed foods, accusing them of producing products linked to serious health issues and alleging that the companies knowingly made the foods addictive.
Amazon's Northeast Philadelphia facility expects to see about 10,000 more packages per day during the holiday peak.
The U.S. Department of Energy says it's loaning $1 billion to help finance the restart of the nuclear power plant on Pennsylvania's Three Mile Island.
Her Place Supper Club, Friday Saturday Sunday and Provenance each received a prestigious Michelin star, the first for any Philadelphia restaurants.
NJDOT is raising awareness about speeding, drunk driving and distracted driving while using humor and some holiday puns.
Residents say the icy conditions on side streets in Manayunk and Roxborough need more attention from the city.
Road closures and parking restrictions will be in effect in Philadelphia Monday and Tuesday for Officer Andy Chan's funeral.
The southbound lanes of the New Jersey Turnpike in Mount Laurel were closed for a while after a crash that injured six people.
SMART Local 1594, which represents more than 300 bus, train and trolley operators, reached a tentative deal with SEPTA after the union authorized a strike last month.
Tatsuya Imai is the latest Japanese baseball star set to make the jump to MLB. Could the Philadelphia Phillies sign him?
Carl Grundstrom and Bobby Brink scored in the final minute of the first and second period, respectively, leading the Philadelphia Flyers to a 4-1 win over the Montreal Canadiens.
Ryan Quigley, a survivor of a New Orleans truck attack, has been honored by the Philadelphia Eagles.
The Phillies appear intent on giving prospect Justin Crawford the opportunity to be part of their starting outfield in 2026.
FIFA slashed the price of some World Cup tickets following a worldwide backlash, with some final seats available for $60.
Nick Reiner, a son of director Rob Reiner and his wife Michele, has been arrested on murder charges following their deaths, police said.
Rob Reiner was the son of a comedy giant who became one himself with movies such as "The Princess Bride," "When Harry Met Sally…" and "This is Spinal Tap."
Director Rob Reiner and wife, Michele, were found dead in their Los Angeles home, sources told CBS News, in what police called an apparent homicide.
Philadelphia will ring in the new year with LL Cool J, DJ Jazzy Jeff and other musical acts in front of the Art Museum on New Year's Eve.
Zarwin Baum hosted a Philadelphia Eagles tailgate benefiting the Easter Seals.
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 big prize is on the line for Wednesday night's Powerball drawing: $1.25 billion. CBS News Philadelphia reporter Chandler Lutz caught up with some people in South Philly who are hoping Lady Luck is on their side.
President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump will be at Dover Air Force Base in Delaware Wednesday for the dignified transfer of two Iowa National Guardsmen who were killed in Syria over the weekend. The Pentagon said Sgt. William Nathaniel Howard and Sgt. Edgar Brian Torres-Tovar were ambushed by an ISIS gunman in Palmyra on Saturday. A civilian interpreter was also killed.
The team at American Airlines is helping support families in need during the holiday season by collecting gifts and spreading joy alongside the Salvation Army.
Ten people were taken to the hospital after a crash involving a school bus in Moorestown Township, New Jersey, on Tuesday, officials say.
Mothers In Charge founder Dr. Dorothy Johnson-Speight stopped by CBS News Philadelphia to share how the Joy of Sharing campaign makes a difference in the lives of children impacted by loss during the holiday season.