Bill that would legalize marijuana in Pennsylvania stalls out in state senate
The Pennsylvania Senate's Law and Justice Committee voted down the bill 7 to 3.
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The Pennsylvania Senate's Law and Justice Committee voted down the bill 7 to 3.
Pennsylvanians 21 or older would be allowed to legally purchase and use marijuana under a bill that has passed the state House on Wednesday.
A barrier described as an "anti-climb fence" to bolster security is in the works for the Pennsylvania governor's official residence.
Pennsylvania's state Senate is backing a bill to ban transgender athletes from competing in women's and girls' sports at the collegiate and K-12 levels.
A consultant paid to review security in the wake of the arson attack on the governor's official residence in Harrisburg has completed a report. But the findings will not be made public. Prosecutors said Cody Balmer was able to elude state police security as he climbed a fence, got inside, and lit fires. State police said they have already implemented some of the consultant's recommendations.
A consultant paid to review security at the official residence of the Pennsylvania governor after it was firebombed by a late-night intruder last month says his team's findings won't be made public.
A 911 call from an arson suspect. Investigators release the phone call made by Cody Balmer. The man who admits to setting Gov. Josh Shapiro's Harrisburg home on fire. This phone call is critical because authorities say it indicates that Balmer was in part targeting the Shapiros because of their faith. Kerri Corrado reports.
Dauphin County officials released the 911 call placed by Cody Balmer, the man accused of setting fire to Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro's residence over the weekend.
Gov. Josh Shapiro spoke to reporters Thursday after serving a catered lunch to Harrisburg firefighters in thanks for their role in responding to the blaze.
Cody Balmer, the man accused of setting fire to Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro's residence over the weekend, had "political motivation" connected to the conflict in Gaza, documents released Wednesday show.
Cody Balmer, accused of burning the Pennsylvania Governor's Residence, had "political motivation" connected to the conflict in Gaza, documents say.
The man charged with intentionally setting a fire at Gov. Josh Shapiro's official residence may face ethnic intimidation charges, which are Pennsylvania's version of hate crime charges, the Dauphin County district attorney told CBS News Philadelphia.
The news about possible evidence of a hate crime is hitting home especially to Pennsylvanians in the Jewish community, who say the timing of the arson feels personal.
The man charged with intentionally setting a fire at Gov. Josh Shapiro's official residence may face ethnic intimidation charges, which are Pennsylvania's version of hate crime charges, the Dauphin County district attorney told CBS News Philadelphia Tuesday.
Pennsylvania Lt. Gov. Austin Davis condemned the arson attack on Gov. Josh Shapiro's official residence on Sunday morning.
Cody Balmer, the man accused of breaking into the Pennsylvania governor's mansion and starting a fire, was denied bail Monday. Balmer told police he was "harboring hatred" toward Gov. Josh Shapiro, according to court documents.
Cody Balmer was arraigned on multiple charges on Monday evening, including criminal homicide and terrorism, and a judge denied bail. He turned himself in at Pennsylvania State Police headquarters after intentionally starting a fire at the Governor's Residence, court documents say.
Cody Balmer, the man accused of starting a large fire in the Pennsylvania Governor's Residence, told police he was "harboring hatred" toward Gov. Josh Shapiro, according to new court documents.
During an interview with Pennsylvania State Police, Cody Balmer admitted he hated Gov. Shapiro, removed gasoline from a lawn mower and poured it into beer bottles before walking an hour to the Governor's Residence and throwing the homemade Molotov cocktails into the home, according to the criminal complaint.
Cody Balmer, 38, turned himself in at Pennsylvania State Police headquarters after intentionally starting a fire at the Governor's Residence, court documents say.
Officials say Cody Balmer, the suspect arrested in connection with the arson at the Pennsylvania Governor’s Residence, intentionally set the fire with a homemade incendiary device.
An overnight fire at the Pennsylvania Governor's Residence in Harrisburg is being investigated as arson, according to the Pennsylvania State Police.
Cody Balmer was charged with attempted murder, terrorism and other counts after officials said he intentionally set a fire at the Pennsylvania Governor's Residence.
SEPTA is set to announce major price hikes and service cuts as a part of its budget proposal on Thursday, a spokesperson for the transit system said Wednesday.
Five Democrats joined all Republicans to support the bill in the wake of controversial decisions by an Allegheny County judge.
High water levels on the Schuylkill River led to the cancellation of the remainder of the 98th annual Stotesbury Cup Regatta.
The Philadelphia Phillies scored four runs on just one hit in an 8-4 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates on Friday night.
Saturday will start with a few showers and storms before clearing out by the afternoon.
While there are currently no restrictions on transgender adults getting their prescriptions, many are worried it could happen.
Here's your guide to the events worth checking out around the city.
High water levels on the Schuylkill River led to the cancellation of the remainder of the 98th annual Stotesbury Cup Regatta.
The Philadelphia Phillies scored four runs on just one hit in an 8-4 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates on Friday night.
Saturday will start with a few showers and storms before clearing out by the afternoon.
Here's your guide to the events worth checking out around the city.
While there are currently no restrictions on transgender adults getting their prescriptions, many are worried it could happen.
High water levels on the Schuylkill River led to the cancellation of the remainder of the 98th annual Stotesbury Cup Regatta.
Here's your guide to the events worth checking out around the city.
The 98th Stotesbury Cup Regatta is making waves on the Schuylkill River, though Mother Nature isn't making it easy.
A fast-moving storm brought heavy downpours, turning streets into swamps across the region, including in Marple Township, where a neighbor helped rescue a woman from her flooded car.
Philadelphia police say they've made strides in combating illegal car meetups and ATVs on city streets over the last year.
Here's your guide to the events worth checking out around the city.
After a chaotic and emotional day, the clean-up effort in Collings Lakes, New Jersey, is just beginning in this community.
Strong storms packing high winds and heavy rain flooded roads and knocked out power for thousands of people on Friday.
NJ Transit rail engineers went on strike at 12:01 a.m. Friday, bringing train service to a screeching halt.
A traveler with measles was at Newark Liberty International Airport for several hours while infectious Monday, health officials said.
The Philadelphia area is about to enter an extended period of rain, fog and cloudiness that could last through at least the first half of the weekend.
Delaware State Police said a trooper shot an armed man who was not complying with orders to drop a firearm.
A 21-year-old man was killed in a triple shooting in Wilmington that wounded a 9-year-old girl on Thursday night, police said.
It will be an unsettled week ahead with scattered showers and isolated storms the next few days in the Philadelphia region.
A truck carrying multiple cars flipped over near the Commodore Barry Bridge on I-95 northbound in Delaware County, Pennsylvania.
While there are currently no restrictions on transgender adults getting their prescriptions, many are worried it could happen.
A traveler with measles was at Newark Liberty International Airport for several hours while infectious Monday, health officials said.
A team of doctors at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and Penn Medicine treated a baby with a gene editing technology customized for his rare disease for the first time ever.
Philadelphia's Evoluer House is a nonprofit focused on empowering Black and Brown girls through wellness and education.
Pennsylvania leaders are pushing to limit private equity companies' influence on health care in the state.
A long time coming – that's what officials are saying about the prestigious Michelin Guide arriving in Philadelphia.
Citadel CEO Ken Griffin will lend his copies of the Constitution and Bill of Rights to the National Constitution Center.
Philadelphia is joining Michelin Guide's upcoming Northeast Cities edition, which highlights the best restaurants with stars.
What's the impact of a major PGA event in your backyard? Millions in hotel revenue, tourism officials say.
Thousands filled Walnut Street Saturday for the annual Rittenhouse Row Spring Festival — a one-day celebration of food, music and local business.
A fast-moving storm brought heavy downpours, turning streets into swamps across the region, including in Marple Township, where a neighbor helped rescue a woman from her flooded car.
There was another air traffic control outage in less than two weeks at the same Philadelphia facility that directs planes in and out of Newark Liberty International Airport on Friday morning.
Signs greeted travelers at the Philadelphia International Airport on Wednesday, now that the real ID requirements are in effect.
The Philadelphia International Airport temporarily paused arriving flights on Tuesday morning.
The Philadelphia Parking Authority will start fining people who park illegally in bus stops and no stopping lanes this week.
High water levels on the Schuylkill River led to the cancellation of the remainder of the 98th annual Stotesbury Cup Regatta.
The Philadelphia Phillies scored four runs on just one hit in an 8-4 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates on Friday night.
The 98th Stotesbury Cup Regatta is making waves on the Schuylkill River, though Mother Nature isn't making it easy.
The Phillies placed Aaron Nola on the 15-day injured list Friday, paving the way for Mick Abel to make his MLB debut Sunday.
GM Danny Briere says the Philadelphia Flyers believe they have the "long-term solution" in hiring Rick Tocchet as head coach.
Here's your guide to the events worth checking out around the city.
Bruce Springsteen, a long-standing and prominent supporter of Democratic presidential candidates, made his remarks at a concert in Manchester, England.
Cassie Ventura took the stand again in Sean "Diddy" Combs' trial for her final day of cross-examination.
Singer Cassie Ventura accused Sean "Diddy" Combs of raping her in 2018. The accusation came during her testimony at his sex trafficking and racketeering trial in NYC.
Sean "Diddy" Combs' ex-girlfriend, the singer Cassie Ventura, took the stand this week at his sex trafficking trial in New York City.
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 Schuylkill River is rushing Saturday, a day after heavy rainfall. Due to the high water level, organizers of the Stotesbury Cup Regatta have called off racing for the day to keep rowers safe. Ross DiMattei reports.
The damage from that confirmed EF-0 tornado could be seen along Bellwyn Lane in Buena Vista Township, New Jersey. Ray Strickland talked with neighbors who said this was the worst storm they’ve experienced in years.
Saturday will start with a few showers and storms before clearing out by the afternoon. Bill Kelly has the forecast.
This will be the final weekend in business for a beloved bakery in South Jersey. After 86 years of serving the Haddon Township community, McMillan's Bakery will close for good on Sunday. The owners posted the announcement on Facebook. They said the matriarch of the business wanted it to stay in the family. The bakery will be open Saturday and Sunday from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.
The Philadelphia Association of Black Journalists is celebrating excellence on Friday and the impact it has on our communities. One of our own at CBS Philadelphia was honored at the association's PABJ Media Professional Awards. Emmy award-winning news writer and producer, Rob Henderson, was honored with the “Impact Award” at today's luncheon in Center City.