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The unemployment rate in November rose to 4.6%, its highest level since September 2021.
The government shutdown might be over, but some in Philadelphia are still dealing with the fallout.
Many people were forced to use money they typically spend on rent and utility bills on food.
The Terminal A-West and Terminal F TSA checkpoints reopened on Nov. 20 resumed their normal operating schedules after being closed for two weeks.
The Smithsonian museums and the National Zoo are starting to reopen now that the federal government shutdown has ended.
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro sits down with CBS News Philadelphia reporter Dan Snyder to discuss the new state budget, the government shutdown and more.
Life for federal workers in Philadelphia and around the country is returning to normal after the shutdown ended.
The Liberty Bell and other historic sites in Philadelphia welcomed visitors again Thursday after the federal government reopened, but it may take some time for workers to get the pay they are owed. Reporter Dan Snyder has the latest.
The government shutdown is over, but many people in Pennsylvania are still waiting for their food assistance benefits.
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem announced that TSA agents with "exemplary service" during the government shutdown will receive a $10,000 bonus check.
The 2025 federal government shutdown lasted a record 43 days. Here's a look at the 15 shutdowns that have occurred since 1980.
President Trump signed a government funding package at the White House late Wednesday, formally ending the longest government shutdown in U.S. history.
Confusion continues surrounding food benefits for millions of Americans. Right now, most recipients in Pennsylvania have not received their November benefits.
The fate of SNAP is back in the hands of Congress as legislators try to end the shutdown after the Supreme Court extended the order Tuesday that allows the Trump administration to withhold SNAP funds.
If Congress passes a funding bill Wednesday, SNAP benefits could restart soon. But as the pause on payments continues, families across the Delaware Valley are relying on local food banks and organizations to get access to food.
As the longest government shutdown in U.S. history enters its 43rd day, the House of Representatives will be back in session today and is expected to vote on a bill passed by the Senate to reopen the government.
With Congress on the brink of a deal to end the government shutdown, the Supreme Court has agreed to keep in place a brief pause on SNAP benefit payments.
Confusion continues for people who receive government food assistance as SNAP benefits remain in limbo.
The FAA has cut flights as air traffic controllers continue to work without pay at PHL and around the country.
Disruption continued Tuesday at Philadelphia International Airport as airlines canceled flights to comply with an FAA order and federal employees, including air traffic controllers, continued to work without pay.
Eight Democratic Senators, including Pennsylvania Sen. John Fetterman, joined their Republican colleagues in voting to pass a funding package that would end the government shutdown. The legislation now heads to the House for approval.
The Senate deal to end the government shutdown would extend funding through January and promise Democrats a vote on health care.
Dozens of flights are canceled or delayed at Philadelphia International Airport Monday as the nation enters its fourth day of flight reductions due to air traffic controller shortages and the government shutdown.
The decision by eight Democratic senators to embrace a deal to end the government shutdown has infuriated many members of the party.
An Upper Darby woman said she is on Day 10 without SNAP benefits, and a financial domino effect is happening.
The temperatures Wednesday afternoon in the Philadelphia region will help some of the widespread snow melt.
More than week after a major snowstorm swept through Philadelphia, some residents say lingering ice and snow are still causing problems in their neighborhoods.
Jamie Drysdale scored on the power play to snap a 20-game streak without a goal, Dan Vladar made 26 saves, and the Flyers ended a four-game losing streak by beating the Capitals 4-2.
The death last month of former NFL player Kevin Johnson is possibly linked to three other killings of unhoused people in the same area that occurred over the last four months, detectives said.
A fire destroyed a home in Monroe Township, New Jersey, Tuesday night.
The man whom Jill Biden divorced for the eventual 46th President of the United States is now in jail on murder charges.
Pennsylvania Gov. Shapiro delivered his fourth budget address at the State Capitol in Harrisburg, three months after last year's budget was passed by state lawmakers.
The temperatures Wednesday afternoon in the Philadelphia region will help some of the widespread snow melt.
More than week after a major snowstorm swept through Philadelphia, some residents say lingering ice and snow are still causing problems in their neighborhoods.
Jamie Drysdale scored on the power play to snap a 20-game streak without a goal, Dan Vladar made 26 saves, and the Flyers ended a four-game losing streak by beating the Capitals 4-2.
More than week after a major snowstorm swept through Philadelphia, some residents say lingering ice and snow are still causing problems in their neighborhoods.
A foster mom in Philadelphia is facing a murder charge after a toddler drowned in the bathtub in her care.
A crash in Bensalem near I-95 left a New York man dead and four other people injured early Tuesday morning, police said.
It's time to nominate your favorite Philadelphia places for a special version of Monopoly.
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement purchased a 518,000-square-foot warehouse that may become a detention facility.
A fire destroyed a home in Monroe Township, New Jersey, Tuesday night.
New Jersey has less than a one-week supply of red blood cells and less than a day's supply of platelets, health officials say.
At the Child Family Center in Millville, New Jersey, lessons learned by preschoolers go far beyond ABCs and 123s.
Crossing guards in Gloucester City, New Jersey, are worried about their children navigating snowy, icy intersections.
These are the schools closing, opening late and moving to virtual learning on Thursday following the weekend snow.
The man whom Jill Biden divorced for the eventual 46th President of the United States is now in jail on murder charges.
A Delaware man is behind bars after he allegedly attacked two other men over a parking dispute, police say.
A teenager and a 21-year-old man were injured in a shooting in Wilmington Monday afternoon, police said.
Following Sunday's major winter storm, multiple businesses, organizations and event centers are staying closed on Monday.
With the Philadelphia region expecting a major snowstorm this weekend, here's the best choice of ice melt to keep you safe.
New Jersey has less than a one-week supply of red blood cells and less than a day's supply of platelets, health officials say.
For Kolin and his family, CHOP was a home away from home while he waited for a heart transplant.
There's new hope for a devastating cancer in dogs that's often deadly because there are no early warning signs.
A Philadelphia nonprofit is finding job opportunities for people with mental health and intellectual challenges.
In New Jersey, nearly half a million people lost enhanced Affordable Care Act tax credits this year, but the impact goes far beyond those who got the credits.
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.
With product return fraud on the rise, an emerging company is using AI to help spot issues.
Here are mall opening and closing hours for the Christmas and Christmas Eve holidays around the Philly region.
Through Amazon Now, customers can get household items, cosmetics, electronics, groceries and more delivered in about 30 minutes or less.
The city says residents shouldn't park on a major stretch of South Broad Street in Philadelphia Tuesday for a snow removal operation.
Traffic is starting to move again on Roosevelt Boulevard after a fatal crash shut down the road in both directions Friday morning.
Snow-covered sidewalks, freezing temperatures and more have made commutes challenging for many public transit riders across Philadelphia.
Philadelphia is closing several roads in Center City Tuesday night to remove snow after a winter storm dumped nearly 10 inches over the weekend.
Transportation service will ramp up gradually Monday across the Philadelphia area following the weekend snowstorm.
Jamie Drysdale scored on the power play to snap a 20-game streak without a goal, Dan Vladar made 26 saves, and the Flyers ended a four-game losing streak by beating the Capitals 4-2.
The death last month of former NFL player Kevin Johnson is possibly linked to three other killings of unhoused people in the same area that occurred over the last four months, detectives said.
Tyrese Maxey scored 29 points to lead the Philadelphia 76ers to a 128-113 victory over the Los Angeles Clippers.
A Philadelphia Eagles fan says a ticket transfer mix-up left him without $1,700 worth of seats until StubHub reversed course and issued a refund.
The previous regular-season attendance record of 20,711 was set in the WNBA by the Indiana Fever and Washington Mystics on Sept. 19, 2024.
Chuck Negron, a founding member of Three Dog Night whose lead vocals powered a string of hits for one of the top rock acts of the late 1960s and early '70s has died. He was 83.
Bad Bunny used his Grammy acceptance speech on Sunday to denounce U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and call for the end of the ongoing immigration crackdown.
The 2026 Grammy Awards recognized the best of the best in music from last year, with big wins for Kendrick Lamar and Bad Bunny. Here's the full list of winners and nominees.
Complete closure of the performing arts center in Washington, D.C., will start on July 4, Mr. Trump said. It's not yet clear how extensive the changes to the building might be.
Music's biggest night returned Sunday with the 68th annual Grammy Awards. Here is how to watch and stream and what to know.
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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.
Bill Kelly says the Philadelphia region will be above freezing in the afternoon Wednesday. Here's the NEXT Weather forecast.
On Tuesday night, the pub brought together newlyweds and long-time married couples who all met at McGillin's, had their first date there, got engaged there, or had another romantic connection.
The automotive parts recycling center in Glenolden would be located on the 500 block of South Ridgeway Avenue.
Nine days after a major snowstorm swept through Philadelphia, some residents say lingering ice and snow are still causing problems in their neighborhoods — prompting a mix of responses from neighbors and city crews.
Olin Chamberlain Jr., a basketball player at Temple University in Philadelphia, has some big shoes to fill -- he's the grandnephew of basketball legend Wilt Chamberlain.