Scathing City Controller Report Alleges Philadelphia Health Department Spent $100K On Uber Rides, Parking
City Controller Rebecca Rhynhart's report shows the health department used more than $100,000 in city tax dollars on Uber rides and parking.
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City Controller Rebecca Rhynhart's report shows the health department used more than $100,000 in city tax dollars on Uber rides and parking.
The ruling comes a week after her court threw out the statewide mask mandate.
More people are surviving lung cancer, but disparities persist for communities of color, according to a new report from the American Lung Association.
PennDOT calls the incident unfortunate. Route 1 southbound was completely shut down Tuesday morning, and they are working to make sure it doesn't happen again.
The FBI and Philadelphia police are asking for the public's help identifying and locating the suspect responsible for an attempted robbery at a Citizens Bank in Southwest Philadelphia Tuesday morning.
John Dougherty was first elected as business manager of Local 98 in 1993.
Gov. Phil Murphy says the new investment will make the state's colleges more competitive without raising tuition.
The parade kicks off at 9 a.m. on Jan. 1 at City Hall and will go along Broad Street down to Washington Avenue.
Anchor Mort Crim was part of what was known in the 1970s as the "Dream Team."
The next time you clean out your closet, you might want to consider donating to this local organization.
Officers arrested one man, but they're still searching for the shooter.
Officer Mark Todd jumped into action to save a driver who went off the road and deep down into a creek along West Cypress Street Monday morning.
Dougherty was found guilty on 8 of 11 counts and Henon was found guilty on 10 of 18 counts.
Police say the victim is a 63-year-old man, and he was traveling in the bike lane.
Chopper 3 was live over the scene at Church Road and Kutztown Road in Maxatawny Township.
Police say a woman was struck by a grey Nissan Maxima that was traveling northbound in the inner lanes.
Kenney expressed optimism that some of that funding could help fix asbestos and lead issues in aging Philadelphia school buildings.
Officials say at the time of the shooting, White should have been in jail.
All Lower Merion Schools are also closed Monday as the memorial to Sean Hughes grows.
Passengers in the area should expect delays.
While there are a growing number of breakthrough cases, most new infections are predominately among people who are not vaccinated.
Surveillance video has been released from an incident last week where Philadelphia police officers were the target of gunfire.
As a memorial for Sean Hughes grows outside the school, Eyewitness News has learned about a new petition in his honor.
Officials say Saturday's storms may have played a role in this accident.
Police say the two men started fighting outside a hookah lounge at 12th and Locust Streets just after 1 a.m.
Early morning clouds and lingering showers will give way to afternoon sunshine and drier air in the Philadelphia region Friday.
Hundreds of people gathered Thursday for the second annual Uptown Rhythm Festival on Ogontz Avenue in Philadelphia.
According to a financial disclosure, the Pennsylvania lawmaker holds investments in companies positioned to benefit from the data center industry's continued growth.
Unless lawmakers intervene, skill game machines will be banned from most businesses in Pennsylvania starting Oct. 14.
Sen. John Fetterman's surprise video at the Republican Party's midterm convention sparked a strong reaction from Democrats.
Early morning clouds and lingering showers will give way to afternoon sunshine and drier air in the Philadelphia region Friday.
Hundreds of people gathered Thursday for the second annual Uptown Rhythm Festival on Ogontz Avenue in Philadelphia.
According to a financial disclosure, the Pennsylvania lawmaker holds investments in companies positioned to benefit from the data center industry's continued growth.
Unless lawmakers intervene, skill game machines will be banned from most businesses in Pennsylvania starting Oct. 14.
Sen. John Fetterman's surprise video at the Republican Party's midterm convention sparked a strong reaction from Democrats.
Early morning clouds and lingering showers will give way to afternoon sunshine and drier air in the Philadelphia region Friday.
Hundreds of people gathered Thursday for the second annual Uptown Rhythm Festival on Ogontz Avenue in Philadelphia.
Unless lawmakers intervene, skill game machines will be banned from most businesses in Pennsylvania starting Oct. 14.
The Phillies dropped to four games behind the NL East-leading Braves heading into a three-game series in Atlanta.
The alleged rape happened in the overnight hours of Jan. 31 to Feb. 1 on the Eastern University's campus in Delaware County.
Early morning clouds and lingering showers will give way to afternoon sunshine and drier air in the Philadelphia region Friday.
After a series of setbacks and challenges, the historic Reading Senior Center reopened Thursday on Ringold Street in Trenton.
You may need your umbrella later on Thursday evening in the Philadelphia region.
Camden County IAFF Local 3249 President Keith Kemery says Collingswood Fire Department splits crews to handle both fire and EMS calls.
Camden police have handled more than 68 illegal dumping cases and charged 31 people so far in 2026.
Early morning clouds and lingering showers will give way to afternoon sunshine and drier air in the Philadelphia region Friday.
You may need your umbrella later on Thursday evening in the Philadelphia region.
Wednesday will be another warm and dry day in the Philadelphia region, as there are no weather issues to deal with if you are going outside.
Hannah Kleitz's grave was robbed in 2002 and her remains were found in 2011, but she wasn't reunited with her grave until 2026.
Two men and a woman were injured in a shooting in Wilmington Saturday night, police said.
Ron Fazio helped people escape the World Trade Center on 9/11, and 25 years later, his son Rob is honoring his father's legacy through Hold the Door for Others, a nonprofit helping people grow through grief and tragedy.
After helping rescue a trapped NYPD officer from the World Trade Center rubble on 9/11, Cooper trauma surgeon Dr. John Chovanes went on to serve in Iraq and now trains military medical teams for combat at Cooper University Hospital in Camden.
The Kindle Hill Foundation, a special equine therapy program, has a variety of programs, including one focused on first responders.
New York City officials released thousands of previously unseen documents questioning the air quality at Ground Zero following the 9/11 attacks.
A proton therapy treatment being tested at Penn Medicine in Philadelphia could change the future of cancer treatment.
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
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.
Beginning Sunday, several bus routes in Philadelphia are changing, including the addition of two new routes.
A deadly crash in Warminster is under investigation Sunday, police said.
PennDOT is advising drivers about an overnight closure on the Schuylkill Expressway westbound in West Philadelphia between 30th Street and the interchange with I-676 East.
The Phillies dropped to four games behind the NL East-leading Braves heading into a three-game series in Atlanta.
The Union Foundation recently launched its first apparel line, with proceeds supporting programs for Chester residents.
Kyle Schwarber slugged his 10th career grand slam for his MLB-leading 44th home run to cap off a wild Phillies' 11-7 comeback win over the Astros.
It's impossible to quantify a fan base's love for its NFL team, especially when it comes to the Eagles — but it's still fun to try.
Andrew Painter allowed five runs in five innings, and the Phillies' comeback efforts fell short in a 6-5 loss to the Astros Tuesday.
The Landmark Ritz Five movie theater in Philadelphia's Old City neighborhood has reopened after a brief closure.
"Sunday Morning" looks back at the astonishing career of the queen of country music, whose talent, warmth, wit, and philanthropy made her a genuine, once-in-a-generation luminary.
Three AMC Theatres in the Philadelphia region are holding special screenings to celebrate the life and legacy of Dolly Parton.
Stella Parton said her sister Dolly told her "that if there was no hope for her, she would still allow her medical team to try experimental drugs in the hope of helping others in the future."
Tim Curry was known for his iconic performances in cult classics like "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" and the original screen adaptation of Stephen King's "It."
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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.
Early morning clouds and lingering showers will give way to afternoon sunshine and drier air in the Philadelphia region Friday. CBS News Philadelphia Chief Meteorologist Bill Kelly has the weather forecast.
Phillies outfielder Derek Hill is coming up clutch even off the field. After a game against the Atlanta Braves last week, Hill helped a man change a flat tire.
The borough of Tullytown in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, will be holding a memorial concert and remembrance of 9/11 on Friday. CBS News Philadelphia's Alicia Roberts spoke with a man whose mission is to never forget.
The war with Iran continues to put pressure on the world's energy supply, leading to surging gas prices. Philadelphians told CBS News Philadelphia on Thursday that the higher prices are "making life a bit harder to live."
Skill game machines are a common sight in bars, convenience stores and other businesses across Pennsylvania. But their future is now uncertain after the state Supreme Court ruled in June that the machines are a form of gambling, similar to slot machines. CBS News Philadelphia's Madeleine Wright reports.