Philly Residents Could See Increase In Water Bill
The Philadelphia Water Department has asked for a phased-in rate increase, totaling 10.5 percent by September of 2020.
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The Philadelphia Water Department has asked for a phased-in rate increase, totaling 10.5 percent by September of 2020.
The Economy League of Greater Philadelphia Leadership Exchange program helps businesses study companies and cities from across the country.
In the wake of widespread storm-related power outages, come questions about the safety of food in a warming fridge.
While that probe is now complete, a statement released Wednesday claimed details were to remain confidential.
Often considered The Oscars of food, Philadelphia will have a solid showing with four nominees representing the city at this year's James Beard Awards.
Over the last 12 years, Philly AIDS Thrift has distributed over $2 million from revenue generated at its two storefronts.
About 350 kids from Philly are among a half-million nationwide who took part in the contest.
In Pennsauken, voters approved a $36 million ballot question that actually lowers taxes about 11 dollars a year.
Students were taking science for a ride today in Center City. It was in celebration of "Pi Day" on this 3.14 March 14th.
A bill making its way through the New Jersey legislature would require strict warning labels on all prescriptions for opioids in the Garden State.
Unreliable work hours harm families in a range of ways, from providing insufficient income to creating child care crises.
It happened around 5:45 a.m. Saturday inside a parking garage near 2nd and Lombard Streets.
Cherry blossom bloom dates for Philadelphia are being predicted by the end of the month.
Philly Wine Week was designed to showcase the options of wine available and to give the public access and knowledge to wine of all price points and styles.
It's hard to walk even a few feet inside the Pennsylvania Convention Center without hearing a "wow" or "look at that" from visitors at the annual Flower Show.
It's been two weeks since that massive Old City fire at 239 Chestnut Street, and dozens of employees at The Little Lion are still out of work because of it.
The entire increase would go to fund the School District of Philadelphia, which is projecting a $900 million deficit in the next five years.
Cabrini will take on Brooklyn College in the first round in Scranton.
School Reform Commissioner Farah Jimenez has resigned, leaving four members of the SRC.
A Philadelphia charter school focused on literacy during the final day of Black History Month by bringing in 100 black men who volunteered to read to and speak with the students.
Students, staff, counselors and law enforcement representatives sat down with Congressman Donald Norcross on Wednesday for a roundtable conversation on the impact of the Florida school massacre.
While House Republican leaders are showing little appetite for any new restrictions on guns, the Senate is working on a bipartisan agreement to bring several measures up for debate next week.
Forty-four-year-old Charles Sargent has been charged with murder and abuse of corpse in the 2013 murder of Diamond Williams.
Under the legislation, State Representative Todd Stephens says an immediate family member or law enforcement official could ask a judge to issue what's called an extreme risk protection order.
A Philadelphia inmate advocacy group is taking part in a nationwide Black History Month project known as Black Love Bail Outs.
Travis Konecny scored twice for his first multigoal game this season and the Philadelphia Flyers defeated the Vegas Golden Knights 2-1.
Arctic cold combined with breezy winds will create dangerously cold wind chills Tuesday morning across the entire Philadelphia region.
A program that had played in a grand total of 13 bowl games in the 130-some years before coach Curt Cignetti arrived in 2024 went on a historic run en route to a 16-0 season and a national title.
Tyrese Maxey had 29 points and eight steals after being named an All-Star starter for the first time in a 113-104 win over the Pacers.
Frank Olivieri Sr., the former longtime owner of Pat's King of Steaks in South Philadelphia, died Sunday. He was 87 years old.
Arctic cold combined with breezy winds will create dangerously cold wind chills Tuesday morning across the entire Philadelphia region.
Snow fell across the Philadelphia region over the weekend as multiple winter storms hit the Delaware Valley.
Travis Konecny scored twice for his first multigoal game this season and the Philadelphia Flyers defeated the Vegas Golden Knights 2-1.
New Jersey will soon have its first female Democratic governor. Mikie Sherrill will be sworn into office Tuesday, succeeding Gov. Phil Murphy.
A program that had played in a grand total of 13 bowl games in the 130-some years before coach Curt Cignetti arrived in 2024 went on a historic run en route to a 16-0 season and a national title.
Frank Olivieri Sr., the former longtime owner of Pat's King of Steaks in South Philadelphia, died Sunday. He was 87 years old.
The driver of a tanker truck died after it overturned Monday in Bucks County, Pennsylvania State Police said.
About 50 gallons of diesel fuel spilled in Perkasie when a tractor-trailer overturned Monday afternoon, police said.
Crews and neighbors around the Philadelphia area spent Monday cleaning up from winter weather and enjoying the snow.
Thousands of people around the Philadelphia region honored the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Monday.
Students in New Jersey will soon learn cursive in school, thanks to a law signed by Gov. Phil Murphy.
New Jersey will soon have its first female Democratic governor. Mikie Sherrill will be sworn into office Tuesday, succeeding Gov. Phil Murphy.
Advanced DNA testing helped investigators in Burlington County solve a 2016 murder, officials say.
Service projects and volunteer opportunities are planned for the Philadelphia area on Monday for Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
Teachers say Clearview Regional School District coach Tom Hengel and his wife were killed in a crash in Mullica Hill, Saturday.
Delaware State Corp. Matthew Snook was shot and killed inside a Wilmington DMV in late December 2025.
New Castle County Police are searching for Richard Kirchner, of Elkton, Maryland, after he allegedly ripped off several homeowners.
U.S. Army Lt. Col. Louis E. Roemer, who died as a POW during World War II, has been officially accounted for.
A flock in Kent County, Delaware, tested presumptive positive for avian influenza, officials say.
The Delaware Farm Bureau has announced the 10 winners of its annual amateur photography contest.
A Philadelphia doctor said some chatbots can be dangerous for children.
A special art show at Bryn Mawr Rehab Hospital aims to raise community awareness about cognitive and physical disabilities.
A special group of students in West Philadelphia received a surprise celebration on Friday before heading to college Monday.
New Jersey has confirmed its first pediatric flu death of the 2025-26 season, which health leaders warn has been seeing cases spread at alarming rates.
Whether you have COVID or the common cold, doctors say it's important to know what you have so you get the right kind of treatment.
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 multi-vehicle crash on Lincoln Drive in Philadelphia left one person dead and four other people injured Thursday night.
Officials in Philadelphia say they're working to reopen the Center City bus terminal in time for celebrations of America's 250th birthday.
Morning express trains on SEPTA's Regional Rail will resume Monday, Jan. 12, after months of delays and commuter frustrations.
A crash on Chester Pike knocked out power in Norwood and Prospect Park early Thursday morning.
Motorists running the red light at the intersection of Kelly Drive and Eakins Oval in Philadelphia will start getting $100 fines on Jan. 8.
Travis Konecny scored twice for his first multigoal game this season and the Philadelphia Flyers defeated the Vegas Golden Knights 2-1.
A program that had played in a grand total of 13 bowl games in the 130-some years before coach Curt Cignetti arrived in 2024 went on a historic run en route to a 16-0 season and a national title.
Tyrese Maxey had 29 points and eight steals after being named an All-Star starter for the first time in a 113-104 win over the Pacers.
Sixers guard Tyrese Maxey was named Monday as one of the Eastern Conference starters in the 2026 NBA All-Star Game.
Mika Zibanejad became the Rangers' all-time leader in power-play goals in New York's 6-3 win over Philadelphia.
Jake Dillon, the musician behind Delco Donny, is using his virality to share his original songs while teaching music to others.
Scott Adams, the cartoonist who created the "Dilbert" comic strip, has died at the age of 68, his first ex-wife revealed on Tuesday.
The 2026 Golden Globes honored the standouts in both film and television from last year. See the full list of winners and nominees.
Here is everything you need to know about how to watch and stream the 2026 Golden Globes.
Bob Weir wrote or co-wrote and sang lead vocals on Grateful Dead classics including "Sugar Magnolia," "One More Saturday Night" and "Mexicali Blues."
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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.
As we deal with Arctic wind chills across the Philadelphia region and the coldest temperatures of the season so far, our NEXT Weather team is also tracking the possibility of a snow storm for Sunday. Meteorologist Kate Bilo has the latest forecast.
Students in New Jersey will soon learn cursive again, thanks to a new state law signed by outgoing Gov. Phil Murphy. CBS News Philadelphia's Janelle Burrell and Wakisha Bailey tested out their own cursive skills to see how their penmanship stands up.
President Trump will be heading to the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, and is expected to discuss the U.S. economy and his desire to acquire the Arctic island Greenland. Josh Sanders has the latest from the Pulse Desk.
Frank Olivieri Sr., who took over Pat's King of Steaks after his father and uncle started the business, died Sunday at the age of 87, his family said.
Mikie Sherrill will be inaugurated Tuesday, Jan. 20 at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center in Newark, becoming the first female Democratic governor in the state's history. Meanwhile, Gov. Phil Murphy said his goodbyes after leaving the Trenton statehouse for the final time in his 8 years in office.