Gloucester County Officials Charge North Wildwood Man With Attempted Human Trafficking Of Child
Robert C. Reinhart, 52, was charged with attempted human trafficking of a child, luring of a child, and attempted sexual assault.
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Authorities: Teen's Facebook Message To Mom Thwarts Malvern Human Trafficking Ring, 8 Men Arrested
Investigators say the men were holding a 14-year-old girl against her will and forced to have sex for money with as many as four to five individuals per day.
4 Suspects Arrested In Delaware Human Trafficking Case, Police Say
The suspects allegedly kidnapped a 22-year-old female and forced her to perform sexual acts for compensation in Delaware and Maryland.
Event In Trenton Highlights Efforts To Combat Human Trafficking In New Jersey
It's a $9.5 billion a year business worldwide, and the Garden State by fault of geography is right in the middle of it.
2 Men Charged With Forcing Women Into Prostitution In Pennsylvania, New Jersey
Two men are accused of forcing multiple women into prostitution in both Pennsylvania and New Jersey.
Gwynedd Mercy University Raising Human Trafficking Awareness With Panel Discussion
One of the missions of Gwynedd Mercy University is to address issues facing women.
Officials: 2 Suspects Arrested, 1 At-Large In Human Trafficking Of 17-Year-Old Girl
Three people stand accused of sexually assaulting a teen girl and forcing her to have sex for money.
Gwynedd Mercy U. Hosts Talk Raising Awareness On Human Trafficking
Gwynedd Mercy University is hosting a special talk tonight to raise awareness about human trafficking, and it's part of a new curriculum designed to produce leaders who tackle tough issues.
Lawsuit Filed After Teen Allegedly Forced To Have Sex With 1,000 Men Over 2 Years
The lawsuit is a first of its kind under a state 2014 human trafficking statute.
Local Child Predator Task Force Working Hard To Fight Human Trafficking In Area
Human trafficking is a growing problem -- one that people may not know is happening right here in our community.
Federal Agencies Team With Philadelphia Law Enforcement To Combat Human Trafficking
Law enforcement agencies on Wednesday announced a new multi-agency task force to combat the so-called 'invisible world' of human trafficking.
Raising Human Trafficking Awareness On Old City Sidewalk
This was part of the Red Sand Project -- an exercise in activism through public art.
Top Lawyer, Local Nonprofit Team Up To Help Victims Of Human Trafficking
A brand new program will be coming to Big Brothers Big Sisters as a way to rehabilitate victims of human trafficking in Philadelphia.
Philadelphia Police Launch Special Task Force Designed To Combat Human Trafficking
Philadelphia Police are launching a special task force to battle the growing problem of Human Traffickers preying on children in Philadelphia, CBS has learned.
Local Nonprofit Hosting Walk To Raise Human Trafficking Awareness
A Philadelphia-based non-profit is hosting the city's first "Walk for Freedom" on Saturday.
Officials: 4 Men Forced 14-Year-Old Girl Into Prostitution
Acting New Jersey Attorney General John Hoffman says Michael McLeod, David Powell Jr. and Tyree Jeter, all of Jersey City, and Demetrius James Hayward, of Summerville, South Carolina, also face conspiracy, child endangerment and numerous other counts.
Woman Allegedly Lured To NJ With Promise Of Modeling Job, Forced To Dance In Strip Club
Officials say Michael D. Watts, 43, is accused of luring a 20-year-old Texas woman to New Jersey by promising her a modeling job.
Two Sentenced In New Jersey For Human Trafficking Of Woman
Two people have been sentenced to prison terms in New Jersey for recruiting a woman in North Carolina to work in the sex trade.
5 Indicted In Deaths Tied To New Jersey Human Trafficking Ring
Five New Jersey men have been indicted in connection with two slayings linked to a statewide human trafficking ring, including that of one man who authorities say was operating a rival brothel.
City Council Looks At Restrictions On Local Hotels Aimed At Combating Human Trafficking
Human trafficking often involves forced prostitution – and now Philadelphia City Council is considering new regulations on local hotels aimed at preventing that.
Federal Human Trafficking Trial Resumes In Philadelphia
A federal jury has heard opening statements and the start of testimony, which resumes this morning.
Kensington Drop-In Shelter Raises Awareness About Human Trafficking
January is human trafficking awareness month and a Kensington drop-in center for women is using the time to educate their public about the sex trade going on right under your nose.
Ten Years In, Officials Remind NJ Citizens To Be Vigilant for Human Trafficking
New Jersey officials are marking the tenth anniversary of the formation of the state's Human Trafficking Task Force by hammering home a simple message: "Know it. See it. Report it."
Suspect Arrested In Cherry Hill For Human Trafficking
An investigation then revealed that Hall was allegedly forcing the woman to engage in prostitution several times a day by threatening her with violence.
NJ Pair Accused Of Trafficking By Prostituting 16-Year-Old Girl
A man and woman have been charged with allegedly committing human trafficking by prostituting a 16-year-old girl.
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Phillies can join 8 other MLB teams to reach 10,000 franchise win mark Tuesday
The Phillies are looking to achieve the milestone victory Tuesday night against the Reds in Cincinnati.
Demolition scheduled as early as Wednesday at historic St. Laurentius Church in Fishtown
Its iconic spires have stood tall in the community for over a century, but eight years ago it closed because of safety concerns.
Philadelphia's automated speed enforcement program is saving many lives, officials say
Mayor Jim Kenney called on legislators to create new legislation to allow the program to continue.
PGA Tour's BMW Championship expected to bring about 140,000 people to Wilmington area
The BMW Championship, which attracts professional golfers from all over the world, is getting underway at Wilmington Country Club Tuesday.
Child boards SEPTA bus by themself in Frankford, reunited with family
Family members came to the bus station with police.
PA election officials recruit poll workers on Help America Vote Day
If you're interested, you can find the poll worker interest form by following the link in the article.
Massive truck fire, crash shuts down portion of N.J. Turnpike in Hamilton Township for several hours
The crash happened at 11:17 a.m. on the southbound outer roadway, near Hamilton Township.
Road closed after truck gets stuck under bridge in Winslow Township, Camden County
You'll want to avoid Fleming Pike in Winslow Township.
First lady Jill Biden tests positive for COVID-19
The first lady has been vacationing in South Carolina with her family, including President Biden.
WATCH LIVE: Pennsylvania leaders to highlight efforts to protect LGBTQIA+ residents
The press conference is expected to begin at 11:30 a.m. and will be streamed on CBS News Philadelphia.
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Phillies can join 8 other MLB teams to reach 10,000 franchise win mark Tuesday
The Phillies are looking to achieve the milestone victory Tuesday night against the Reds in Cincinnati.
Demolition scheduled as early as Wednesday at historic St. Laurentius Church in Fishtown
Its iconic spires have stood tall in the community for over a century, but eight years ago it closed because of safety concerns.
Philadelphia's automated speed enforcement program is saving many lives, officials say
Mayor Jim Kenney called on legislators to create new legislation to allow the program to continue.
PGA Tour's BMW Championship expected to bring about 140,000 people to Wilmington area
The BMW Championship, which attracts professional golfers from all over the world, is getting underway at Wilmington Country Club Tuesday.
Child boards SEPTA bus by themself in Frankford, reunited with family
Family members came to the bus station with police.
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Demolition scheduled as early as Wednesday at historic St. Laurentius Church in Fishtown
Its iconic spires have stood tall in the community for over a century, but eight years ago it closed because of safety concerns.
Philadelphia's automated speed enforcement program is saving many lives, officials say
Mayor Jim Kenney called on legislators to create new legislation to allow the program to continue.
PA election officials recruit poll workers on Help America Vote Day
If you're interested, you can find the poll worker interest form by following the link in the article.
WATCH LIVE: Pennsylvania leaders to highlight efforts to protect LGBTQIA+ residents
The press conference is expected to begin at 11:30 a.m. and will be streamed on CBS News Philadelphia.
Philadelphia Toboggan Coasters celebrating its critical role in evolution of roller coasters
Philadelphia Toboggan Coasters, which was first established in Germantown in 1904, is one of the oldest active roller coaster manufacturers in the world.
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Massive truck fire, crash shuts down portion of N.J. Turnpike in Hamilton Township for several hours
The crash happened at 11:17 a.m. on the southbound outer roadway, near Hamilton Township.
Road closed after truck gets stuck under bridge in Winslow Township, Camden County
You'll want to avoid Fleming Pike in Winslow Township.
Nothing but joy as Marlton Chiefs come home Cal Ripken World Series champions
The Chiefs are the 2022 Cal Ripkin World Series champions, making them the best 10-and-under team in the country.
Gloucester County woman suing trucking company involved in chemical leak that caused rotten egg smell
The lawsuit alleges the Texas-based company TransChem USA is responsible for illnesses related to the leak.
New Jersey sells nearly $80 million in legal marijuana in first 10 weeks
The New Jersey Cannabis Regulatory Commission says recorded more than $4.6 million in tax revenue.
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PGA Tour's BMW Championship expected to bring about 140,000 people to Wilmington area
The BMW Championship, which attracts professional golfers from all over the world, is getting underway at Wilmington Country Club Tuesday.
Capitol Hill security concerns after Delaware man crashes into barricades
Capitol police identified the man as 29-year-old Richard York.
Philadelphia-based company teams up with Auntie Anne's for Oktoberfest beer
The beer is now available in the Philadelphia area.
Man dies after being shot in the head in Wilmington, police say
There's no word on any arrests at this time.
Delaware man wins lottery twice within same month
Duane Ketterman of Millsboro won $18,000 playing the lottery in Maryland, where he often drives for work. Then, just a few weeks later, he won $30,000.
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Could polio be making comeback in Delaware Valley?
The Philadelphia Department of Health says it doesn't test for polio neither do most other locations in the region.
Some Capri Sun juice pouches recalled over possible cleaning solution contamination
"Diluted cleaning solution, which is used on food processing equipment, was inadvertently introduced into a production line at one of our factories," Kraft Heinz said.
NJ COVID-19 requirements will change significantly
In a press release on Monday, Gov. Murphy announced that vaccination efforts and results have been increasing with children aged 6 months or older being eligible for the vaccine.
School District of Philadelphia reveals COVID-19 plans for upcoming academic year
The School District of Philadelphia revealed its COVID-19 plans for when students return to the classroom on Friday. Here's what you need to know.
CDC updates its COVID-19 guidelines in sweeping overhaul
The agency says the new revisions acknowledge "the pandemic is not over" but should not disrupt daily life as much as it used to.
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Black and Mobile, 3 years after launch, continues to link up with more Black-owned restaurants
In the past three years, Black and Mobile say they've gotten some pushback from bigger food delivery services.
Pennsylvania Department of Labor announces changes to tipped worker compensation
The modernized regulations update how employers pay tipped workers and ensure that salaried employees with fluctuating schedules are appropriately compensated for overtime.
Cracker Barrel sparks uproar for plant-based sausage critics say is "woke"
The post sparked strong reactions from its followers, with many complaining that Cracker Barrel should not be offering the meat alternative.
JetBlue Agrees To Buy Spirit Airlines For $3.8B After Bidding War, Fares Could Surge
JetBlue Airways on Thursday announced it would purchase Spirit Airlines, a combination that would create America's fifth-largest airline.
U.S. Economy Shrank At Annual Rate Of 0.9% In The Second Quarter
The nation's gross domestic product, a measure of total spending on goods and services across the economy, fell at an annual rate of 0.9%, the Commerce Department said Thursday.
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Philadelphia's automated speed enforcement program is saving many lives, officials say
Mayor Jim Kenney called on legislators to create new legislation to allow the program to continue.
Child boards SEPTA bus by themself in Frankford, reunited with family
Family members came to the bus station with police.
Massive truck fire, crash shuts down portion of N.J. Turnpike in Hamilton Township for several hours
The crash happened at 11:17 a.m. on the southbound outer roadway, near Hamilton Township.
New PATCO schedule could make your morning commute few minutes longer
The transit agency is rolling out a new schedule with fewer trains.
Could take "couple days" to remove tanker responsible for foul odor in Gloucester County
The tanker began releasing the odor Wednesday afternoon at a truck stop off I-295 and Bentley Road.
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Phillies can join 8 other MLB teams to reach 10,000 franchise win mark Tuesday
The Phillies are looking to achieve the milestone victory Tuesday night against the Reds in Cincinnati.
PGA Tour's BMW Championship expected to bring about 140,000 people to Wilmington area
The BMW Championship, which attracts professional golfers from all over the world, is getting underway at Wilmington Country Club Tuesday.
Nothing but joy as Marlton Chiefs come home Cal Ripken World Series champions
The Chiefs are the 2022 Cal Ripkin World Series champions, making them the best 10-and-under team in the country.
AP source: Ben Simmons, Sixers settle his grievance over salary
Simmons was seeking a portion of the nearly $20 million that was withheld after he refused to suit up for the 76ers last season.
A pair of deadline acquisitions deliver for Phillies in series-opening win over Reds
Syndergaard, who had a career 2.11 ERA against Cincinnati, his lowest against any team, allowed three earned runs through seven innings.
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Anne Heche dies at 53 following Los Angeles car wreck
Heche got her start in a soap opera before starring in films and on TV, and made headlines for her relationship with comedian Ellen DeGeneres in the '90s.
What to know for this weekend's Phish concert series in Atlantic City
With steamy conditions expected through the weekend, safety is going to be a top priority.
Dell music center delays Kem concert due to dangerous heat
The Dell cites concerns for the health and safety of concertgoers.
How To Get The Federal Donuts Sweatshirt Adam Sandler Wears In 'Hustle'
If you watched "Hustle" on Netflix, you noticed Adam Sandler is wearing a Federal Donuts sweatshirt during the movie. Here's how you can get it.
Philadelphia Rolls Out Red Carpet For Adam Sandler On Eve Of Netflix Movie 'Hustle' Release
"Hustle" debuts Wednesday on Netflix.
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Bristol-Based Organization Aims To Get Books In Hands Of Young Children
Ukee Washington reports.
Brotherly Love: Delaware County Church Becoming Hub In Fight Against Hunger, And It's More Than Just
Ukee Washington reports.
Nonprofit Provides Welcoming Space For African, Caribbean Immigrants And Refugees In Philly Region
Ukee Washington reports.
Philadelphia Nonprofit Legacy Of Hope Offering Help To Families Facing Cancer Diagnosis
Ukee Washington reports.
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Taste With Tori: Birdie's Kitchen
Vittoria Woodill reports.
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Vittoria Woodill reports.
Taste With Tori: Pretty Girls Cook
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Taste With Tori: Trolley Barn Public Market
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City announces success of automated speed enforcement cameras on Roosevelt Boulevard
Mayor Jim Kenney called on legislators to create new legislation to allow the program to continue.
Child boards SEPTA bus by themself in Frankford, reunited with family
Family members came to the bus station with police.
NEXT Weather: Late week warm-up
Llarisa Abreu reports.
Volunteers in Philadelphia spent morning making sure foster children have supplies for school year
The supplies were donated by convention center staff, vendor partners and labor unions.
BMW Championship bringing pros and cons to Wilmington, Delaware businesses
Madeleine Wright reports.