Local Food Prices Remain Stable Despite Drought In Midwest
Produce prices in our area have been stable this summer and should remain stable until locally grown produce is gone.
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Produce prices in our area have been stable this summer and should remain stable until locally grown produce is gone.
The EPA is considering more protective limits of particle pollution from 15 down to 12 or 13 micrograms per cubic meter.
A nearly snowless winter melted into some later months with less rainfall, and now, in the swelter of July, drought concerns arise.
The PBS program "Frontline" on Tuesday night profiles the "Hybrid X" team from West Philly High, which two years ago beat 90 of 111 teams in a $10-million global competition for cars that get more than 100 miles per gallon.
State officials say smoke from the area may be affecting traffic on the Black Horse Pike and the Atlantic City Expressway, which border the area.
The press conference was held inside the parking garage of the Pennsylvania Convention Center at 11th and Arch Streets, which contains 18 plug-in charging stations -- the largest number in the area.
Amidst record-breaking heat, the forecast is calling for more severe storms on Saturday and Sunday in South Jersey and Delaware, and Atlantic City Electric and Delmarva warn residents to be prepared.
Saturday's temperature could be at 100 degrees or above, and your plants are showing signs that they've had enough.
Police say two young cousins camping with their families have been killed in New Jersey after a tree fell on their tent during a summer storm.
It's part of the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society's "Green City Teachers" program.
SEPTA officials are calling it a "first-in-the-world achievement" for public transit: several stations are now converting the kinetic braking power of trains into electricity.
Ocean surface temperatures along the South Jersey shore are already in the upper 70s.
Pennsylvania's Department of Environmental Protection is considering whether to let a Texas company dig in to the Brandywine Creek in order to replace a natural gas pipeline.
Philadelphia and its surrounding counties are under a "code orange," meaning the air contains unhealthy levels of ozone.
Charges have been filed against South Street Fillit Recycling of Riverside and its two top officials.
As part of the fanfare surrounding the release of his new album Welcome to the Fishbowl, country superstar Kenny Chesney is performing a free show tonight smack dab on the beach in Wildwood, New Jersey.
The Phillies hosted the announcement at Citizens Bank Park by EPA regional administrator Shawn Garvin.
If you think it's hot today, just imagine what it was like in 1776 with no air conditioning. "You didn't go out in the noon sun unless you were are farmer or something like that."
Plans are moving ahead to replace the Scudder Falls Bridge, which carries I-95 across the Delaware River.
They set out from Florida on May 12th, following the route of the East Coast Greenway, a system of trails connecting all the cities on the east coast.
If it seems as if you're getting bitten by mosquitoes around the clock, it may not be your imagination.
City Council's Rules Committee is expected to get an earful today from residents of the Eastwick section of southwest Philadelphia and from environmentalists.
More than 97,000 customers have signed on since the program began, not only because of the potential bill reduction but because of the additional $120 credit a participant receives over the course of the summer.
Philadelphia City Council this past week signed off on plans for a new trash-to-energy plant, despite concerns by some environmental groups that it could do more harm than good.
Zoo visitors sang to the birthday boys -- first for Lucha, a jaguar cub, and then for Dian, a snow leopard, both born at the Philadelphia Zoo, less than a week apart, last year.
Ed Sheeran is set to take the stage in Philadelphia for the first stop on his tour since Macklemore was dropped from the lineup over pro-Palestinian comments.
Thomas Robinson is accused of using his status within the Delta Upsilon fraternity to recruit pledges to help with drug trafficking.
Friday will start on the humid side, but as temps climb into the low-mid 80s, the decreasing humidity will make for a nice day.
Circle S: Second Chance Ranch in Sicklerville also has its own nonprofit to support its rescue mission and give back to the community.
Sher-Rockee Mushroom Farms in Upper Oxford Township is fighting back with a new way to keep phorid flies away from its crops.
Ed Sheeran is set to take the stage in Philadelphia for the first stop on his tour since Macklemore was dropped from the lineup over pro-Palestinian comments.
Thomas Robinson is accused of using his status within the Delta Upsilon fraternity to recruit pledges to help with drug trafficking.
Philadelphia police launched an exhaustive investigation into the disappearance of Amy McHale, Raymond Horsch's ex-wife.
Friday will start on the humid side, but as temps climb into the low-mid 80s, the decreasing humidity will make for a nice day.
Circle S: Second Chance Ranch in Sicklerville also has its own nonprofit to support its rescue mission and give back to the community.
Ed Sheeran is set to take the stage in Philadelphia for the first stop on his tour since Macklemore was dropped from the lineup over pro-Palestinian comments.
Friday will start on the humid side, but as temps climb into the low-mid 80s, the decreasing humidity will make for a nice day.
Sher-Rockee Mushroom Farms in Upper Oxford Township is fighting back with a new way to keep phorid flies away from its crops.
Health officials in Philadelphia are warning about possible measles exposures in the CHOP NICU.
State officials announced Thursday that chip technology will soon make SNAP debit cards, known as EBT cards, more secure.
Friday will start on the humid side, but as temps climb into the low-mid 80s, the decreasing humidity will make for a nice day.
Circle S: Second Chance Ranch in Sicklerville also has its own nonprofit to support its rescue mission and give back to the community.
Gig's grandchildren say he's "synonymous with the tramcar" he drove for decades on the Wildwood boardwalk.
South Jersey athletes, Mount Holly native 9-year-old Demtrius Vanderpoel and Haddon Township native 14-year-old Alyssa Mattiacci, are in the running for the Youth Athlete of the Year title.
Today looks warm and noticeably more humid in the Philadelphia region, with highs reaching the mid-80s but feeling like the upper 80s.
Friday will start on the humid side, but as temps climb into the low-mid 80s, the decreasing humidity will make for a nice day.
Today looks warm and noticeably more humid in the Philadelphia region, with highs reaching the mid-80s but feeling like the upper 80s.
Another beautiful September day is underway Wednesday in the Philadelphia region.
Tuesday will bring plenty of sunshine, low humidity and light winds in the Philadelphia region, all ingredients to spend time outside.
Concerns are growing in Wilmington, Delaware, after separate shootings over the weekend left two people dead, including a teen.
Health officials in Philadelphia are warning about possible measles exposures in the CHOP NICU.
An 18-year-old from Mifflin County has died from measles-related complications, Pennsylvania health officials said.
The Philadelphia Eagles' cheerleading squad has nine new members, including a Jefferson Health cardiac ICU nurse and three other healthcare professionals.
A 40-year-old woman died on Saturday from complications associated with measles, the coroner reported.
Four vaccinated people in Pennsylvania have contracted measles, health officials say.
New Jersey floral designer Alisha Simone Bell said she puts her "whole heart" into every arrangement and every detail.
On Tuesday, Pennsylvania took a major step in the fight against the negative impacts of social media, particularly on children.
Thieves are smashing windows and targeting trading card stores looking for valuable Pokémon cards, police in South Jersey say.
Customers lined up to support Somerdale Cold Cuts as it reopened after a copper theft.
While some assume landlords are required to provide air conditioning, the law is not nearly as clear-cut as it is for heat in the winter
Drivers will start getting tickets for parking in Smart Loading Zones without registering.
A man on a motorcycle was launched from a highway overpass near 2nd and Callowhill streets on Monday night, police say.
SEPTA has resumed service on three Regional Rail lines after downed Amtrak wires caused a suspension on Monday.
SEPTA is receiving a federal grant worth more than $13 million to replace its aging Silverliner IV Regional Rail fleet.
For the first time in a decade, the Philadelphia Cycling Classic returns this weekend.
The Phillies beat the Mets 3-0 Thursday night to tie the Cubs for the top NL wild card.
South Jersey athletes, Mount Holly native 9-year-old Demtrius Vanderpoel and Haddon Township native 14-year-old Alyssa Mattiacci, are in the running for the Youth Athlete of the Year title.
With Jesús Luzardo on the injured list, the Phillies on Thursday claimed veteran José Urquidy off waivers from the White Sox
Zack Wheeler tossed seven scoreless innings and the Phillies drew a season-high 13 walks in a 3-0 win over the Nationals
Pinch-hitter Daylen Lile hit a tie-breaking three-run homer in the seventh inning, and the Washington Nationals defeated the Philadelphia Phillies 6-3.
Crews are setting up for Ed Sheeran's concert at Lincoln Financial Field this weekend amid a controversy over Macklemore's recent comments.
Aaron Rowe, Beoga, Lukas Graham and Finneas all released statements Tuesday on Instagram saying they were withdrawing from Ed Sheeran's tour.
Performer Macklemore is being dropped from Ed Sheeran's Loop tour after making on-stage statements that some found controversial.
The Philadelphia Eagles' cheerleading squad has nine new members, including a Jefferson Health cardiac ICU nurse and three other healthcare professionals.
The Landmark Ritz Five movie theater in Philadelphia's Old City neighborhood has reopened after a brief closure.
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.
The Gaudreau family foundation honors Johnny and Matthew with ice skating lessons, introducing young players to hockey
Philadelphia city officials push save the Academy of Natural Sciences which is planned ot close Sept. 27.
Friday will start on the humid side, but as temps climb into the low-mid 80s, the decreasing humidity will make for a nice day. CBS News Philadelphia Meteorologist Grant Gilmore has the weather forecast.
A South Jersey family-owned ranch sits on a sprawling 33 acres in Sicklerville. It's called Circle S: Second Chance Ranch, and its name speaks for itself. Its mission is to save and care for as many horses and animals as they can. CBS News Philadelphia's Kerri Corrado reports.
The Philadelphia Department of Public Health is reporting a possible measles exposure at the main campus of Children's Hospital of Philadelphia on Sept. 11.