Gov. Josh Shapiro wants to ban cellphones from classrooms in Pennsylvania
Earlier this month, former New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy signed a bill into law that bans cellphones from schools.
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Earlier this month, former New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy signed a bill into law that bans cellphones from schools.
The fight to restore a slavery exhibit in Philadelphia is ramping up after it was dismantled last week.
A few dozen people braved the bitter cold Wednesday afternoon to show their opposition to the removal of a slavery exhibit at Independence National Historical Park.
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro took legal action to support Philadelphia's lawsuit against the Trump administration after slavery exhibits in Old City were removed.
Last week, National Park Service workers removed the slavery exhibits in Old City because of President Trump's executive order called "Restoring Truth and Sanity to American History."
In his memoir, "Where We Keep the Light," Pennsylvania's governor writes about how his childhood helped shape his lifetime of public service. He talks about the challenges he faced while growing up; the rise in political violence in America; and his future in the Democratic Party.
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro said President Trump called him after the April 2025 arson attack at his home in Harrisburg. He recalled the "strange conversation" he had with Mr. Trump to CBS News senior correspondent Norah O'Donnell for "CBS Sunday Morning."
Thousands of people around the Philadelphia region honored the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Monday.
The Greater Philadelphia Martin Luther King Day of Service is the oldest and largest day of service in the nation.
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Gov. Josh Shapiro launches reelection campaign tonight in Philadelphia. Dan Snyder reports.
Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro has kicked off reelection campaign in Pittsburgh and is heading to Philadelphia. Dan Snyder reports.
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro will run for a second term in the pivotal battleground state after a first term that put him on the Democratic Party's radar as a potential presidential contender in 2028.
Democratic Gov. Josh Shapiro will announce he's running for a second term at an event in Philadelphia Thursday night.
Pennsylvania's Democratic Gov. Josh Shapiro has set a new campaign finance record in the state with $30 million on hand as he seeks a second term this fall.
A GOP-led state committee says it wants answers about nearly $1 million in security upgrades to Gov. Josh Shapiro's personal home outside Philadelphia. Shapiro said security experts recommended the changes after identifying gaps after an arson attack at the governor's mansion in April. Josh Sanders has the latest from the Pulse Desk.
Pennsylvania is the 28th state to pass the CROWN Act, which prohibits discrimination based on a person's hair style, type or texture.
The CROWN Act, which stands for "Creating a Respectful and Open World for Natural Hair," prohibits discrimination based on a person's hairstyle, type or texture. CBS News Philadelphia reporter Dan Snyder reports.
Inside a West Philadelphia hair salon, Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro signed a law solidifying protections against hair discrimination in the state. The CROWN (Creating a Respectful and Open World for Natural Hair) Act prohibits discrimination based on a person's hairstyle, type or texture. Pennsylvania is the 28th state to pass a version of the CROWN Act.
SEPTA leaders say they hope to have around 200 railcars that were pulled from service for safety inspections back on the tracks by late December. Part of the nearly $220 million in capital funding allocated to SEPTA by Gov. Josh Shapiro on Monday will go toward maintaining the agency's fleet over the next decade.
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro on Monday announced he's flexing nearly $220 million in capital funds to SEPTA for safety and infrastructure improvements across the system.
The money is a massive safety and infrastructure boost for the transit authority after months of warnings about aging trains and trolleys.
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro on Monday announced he's flexing nearly $220 million in capital funds to SEPTA for safety and infrastructure improvements across the system. CBS News Philadelphia's Dan Snyder reports.
SEPTA is resuming express service on Regional Rail trains starting Monday night. However, morning rush trains will continue to make all local stops.
Gov. Josh Shapiro and other Pennsylvania lawmakers accused President Trump of advocating for violence against Democrats in a series of Truth Social posts.
A part of Roosevelt Boulevard is closed in the Hunting Park section of North Philadelphia after a fatal crash.
A coastal storm may brush by the Jersey Shore on Sunday and drop some snow, or potentially miss the Philly area entirely.
Tyrese Maxey scored 40 points, including the winning layup with 1.3 seconds remaining, Joel Embiid had 37 points and the Philadelphia 76ers rallied to edge the Sacramento Kings 113-111.
Fraser Minten and Casey Mittelstadt each had a goal and two assists and the Boston Bruins beat the Philadelphia Flyers 6-3 on Thursday night.
A Philadelphia nonprofit is finding job opportunities for people with mental health and intellectual challenges.
A part of Roosevelt Boulevard is closed in the Hunting Park section of North Philadelphia after a fatal crash.
A coastal storm may brush by the Jersey Shore on Sunday and drop some snow, or potentially miss the Philly area entirely.
Philadelphia City Council took a step in restricting federal agents in the city with the introduction of the so-called "ICE OUT" legislation.
The Eagles are hiring Packers quarterbacks coach Sean Mannion as their new offensive coordinator, replacing Kevin Patullo.
Tyrese Maxey scored 40 points, including the winning layup with 1.3 seconds remaining, Joel Embiid had 37 points and the Philadelphia 76ers rallied to edge the Sacramento Kings 113-111.
A part of Roosevelt Boulevard is closed in the Hunting Park section of North Philadelphia after a fatal crash.
A Philadelphia nonprofit is finding job opportunities for people with mental health and intellectual challenges.
Philadelphia City Council took a step in restricting federal agents in the city with the introduction of the so-called "ICE OUT" legislation.
A dispute over a saved parking spot in Kensington ended with gunfire and a brawl, police say.
A group of faith leaders in Philadelphia is leading weekly vigils to call for compassion for immigrants.
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.
A Delaware County man was arrested for allegedly stalking and harassing New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill, U.S. Marshals said Wednesday.
Despite a sunny sky, South Jersey residents continue to dig out of the snow.
These are the schools closing, opening late and moving to virtual learning on Wednesday following the weekend snow.
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.
A major winter storm is headed to the Philadelphia region, forecast to bring at least 6 inches to the area. Here's what to know.
Delaware State Corp. Matthew Snook was shot and killed inside a Wilmington DMV in late December 2025.
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.
Hospitals in the Philadelphia area are seeing an increasing number of injuries related to the winter weather.
Four-year-old Jackson Roberts isn't able to smile on his own because of a condition called Moebius syndrome.
Penn Medicine has a new way to reduce hospital noise, as monitors and alarms can be stressful for patients, especially premature babies.
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.
A part of Roosevelt Boulevard is closed in the Hunting Park section of North Philadelphia after a fatal crash.
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.
A multi-vehicle crash on Lincoln Drive in Philadelphia left one person dead and four other people injured Thursday night.
Tyrese Maxey scored 40 points, including the winning layup with 1.3 seconds remaining, Joel Embiid had 37 points and the Philadelphia 76ers rallied to edge the Sacramento Kings 113-111.
Fraser Minten and Casey Mittelstadt each had a goal and two assists and the Boston Bruins beat the Philadelphia Flyers 6-3 on Thursday night.
The Eagles are hiring Packers quarterbacks coach Sean Mannion as their new offensive coordinator, replacing Kevin Patullo.
Eight years later, (arguably) the greatest play in Super Bowl history is finally getting an ESPN "30 for 30" documentary.
The Flyers are getting their No. 1 goalie, Dan Vladar, back after he missed two weeks because of a lower-body injury.
Among the 25 films selected by the Library of Congress to be preserved for future generations are "The Big Chill," Wes Anderson's "The Grand Budapest Hotel," the Civil War drama "Glory," and John Carpenter's "The Thing."
Bruce Springsteen has released a song in honor of Alex Pretti and Renee Good titled "Streets of Minneapolis."
The nominees for the 98th annual Academy Awards were announced Thursday morning, and though "One Battle After Another," "Marty Supreme," "Frankenstein" and "Hamnet" were all nominated for plenty, it was "Sinners" that broke through with a record-smashing 16 nominations.
George Raveling, a former Villanova star player and coach, might be best known as the guy who helped bring Michael Jordan to Nike in the 1980s.
The 2026 Songwriters Hall of Fame inductees were revealed on "CBS Mornings" on Wednesday. See the full list.
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 Mummers String Band Competition is set for Saturday, Jan. 31 at Lincoln Financial Field, but the bitter cold is keeping one group of performers away.
Bill Kelly has the latest NEXT Weather forecast for the Philadelphia region on a freezing Friday.
Earlier this month, former New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy signed a bill into law that bans cellphones from schools.
The event took place before Philadelphia's Unrivaled game at Xfinity Mobile Arena on Friday. It supported young female athletes and promoted wellness.
Sean Mannion becomes the Eagles' fifth offensive coordinator in as many seasons after the team moved on from Kevin Patullo.