NJ Lawmakers Seek To Raise Smoking Age To 21
A bill sponsored by Sens. Dick Codey and Joe Vitale would raise the minimum age for buying tobacco products and e-cigarette devices as well as regular cigarettes.
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A bill sponsored by Sens. Dick Codey and Joe Vitale would raise the minimum age for buying tobacco products and e-cigarette devices as well as regular cigarettes.
A bill allowing for terminally ill people to take life-ending medication passed the Assembly Health and Senior Service Committee on Thursday.
Gov. Tom Corbett's hitting the Pennsylvania fundraising circuit with fellow Republican and New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie.
Police are searching for two suspects who stole $20,000 in cell phones from a South Jersey Walmart.
An Assembly committee on Thursday approved a bill that would give salt water taffy the designation.
The United States is warming fastest at two of its corners, in the Northeast and the Southwest, an analysis of federal temperature records shows.
Gov. Chris Christie's chief of staff has been ordered to appear before a legislative panel investigating lane closures at the George Washington Bridge.
A naked man, who was high on drugs, punched an officer and tried to steal a police car in South Jersey, police said.
In the U.S. senate race, incumbent Democrat Cory Booker ran unopposed. He'll face Republican activist Jeff Bell.
Bell will face incumbent Democrat Cory Booker in the fall.
State Assemblywoman Bonnie Watson Coleman has won the Democratic nomination for Congress in central New Jersey's 12th District.
Republicans Frank LoBiondo in the 2nd District and Rodney Frelinghuysen in the 11th and Democrat Donald Payne Jr. in the 10th will be on general election ballots in November.
Former Randolph Mayor Tom MacArthur has won the hotly contested Republican primary in New Jersey's 3rd Congressional District.
The seat attracted primary competition because it's open for the first time in more than two decades. Democratic Rep. Rob Andrews resigned in February after more than 23 years in office.
They will join 320 officers already patrolling the streets of Camden who have accomplished some significant reductions in crime since the police force restructured last year.
Chopper 3 over the scene of 1300 Market Street where police were seen patrolling the area.
State Police say two people died in an early morning crash on a heavily traveled road in South Jersey.
Police in a Jersey shore town are searching for the suspect who is accused of performing a lewd act in front of pre-teen girls.
A new poll finds Gov. Chris Christie's approval ratings are staying stable.
Jurors in Camden County have convicted a New Jersey man of directing a woman to initiate sexual activities between a 13-year-old boy and an 8-year-old girl.
For New Jerseyans, Tuesday, June 7th is the state's Primary Elections. Here's what you need to know.
The Camden County Police Department is asking for help finding a missing teenager from Whitman Park.
KYW's Molly Daly reports advocates are asking for your help in keeping the turtles safe.
Camden's Charter School Network joins family and friends in mourning the loss of media mogul Lewis Katz and KATZ Academy Board of Trustees president Marcy Dalsey.
New Jersey has become the 46th state to enact a law toughening penalties for sex offenders who prey on children.
New Jersey floral designer Alisha Simone Bell said she puts her "whole heart" into every arrangement and every detail.
A recent survey found a majority of parents plan to use AI somewhere in their back-to-school shopping journey.
Hayden Panettiere, who starred in "Remember the Titans" as a child actor and rose to fame in the sci-fi series "Heroes," has died at the age of 36.
Monday in the Philadelphia region looks mostly quiet, although a few isolated showers or thunderstorms could pop up during the afternoon as a cold front moves through.
A person was killed in a hit-and-run involving a tow truck in South Philadelphia Sunday night, police said.
Philadelphia police sources say 29-year-old Alhassane Barry was the off-duty officer killed in a shooting on Sunday morning.
New Jersey floral designer Alisha Simone Bell said she puts her "whole heart" into every arrangement and every detail.
A recent survey found a majority of parents plan to use AI somewhere in their back-to-school shopping journey.
Hayden Panettiere, who starred in "Remember the Titans" as a child actor and rose to fame in the sci-fi series "Heroes," has died at the age of 36.
Monday in the Philadelphia region looks mostly quiet, although a few isolated showers or thunderstorms could pop up during the afternoon as a cold front moves through.
Monday in the Philadelphia region looks mostly quiet, although a few isolated showers or thunderstorms could pop up during the afternoon as a cold front moves through.
A person was killed in a hit-and-run involving a tow truck in South Philadelphia Sunday night, police said.
Islam Makhachev sets a UFC record with his 17th straight victory, defeating Ian Machado Garry by unanimous decision at UFC 330 on Saturday night.
Police are investigating multiple shootings that left several people hurt this weekend in Philadelphia.
Philadelphia police sources say 29-year-old Alhassane Barry was the off-duty officer killed in a shooting on Sunday morning.
New Jersey floral designer Alisha Simone Bell said she puts her "whole heart" into every arrangement and every detail.
Two people were shot and killed in Millville Sunday morning, the Cumberland County Prosecutor's Office says.
A man has been arrested in connection with a boating crash that killed two kids off the coast of Ocean County, New Jersey.
After a brief period of relief in 2025, car insurance costs are climbing again across much of the country.
The week ends with a hot, sticky, and mostly dry day in the Philadelphia region before the NEXT Weather maker arrives Sunday.
A 54-year-old woman was killed by an alleged drunken driver who ran a stop sign in New Castle, Delaware, Saturday night, police said.
A 6-year-old boy riding a bike was injured when an SUV struck them in Port Penn, Delaware, on Sunday, New Castle County Paramedics said.
East Side Little League of West Chester is heading to Williamsport for the 2026 Little League Baseball World Series.
After a brief period of relief in 2025, car insurance costs are climbing again across much of the country.
The week ends with a hot, sticky, and mostly dry day in the Philadelphia region before the NEXT Weather maker arrives Sunday.
An experimental treatment being tested in Philadelphia could offer new hope for people with ALS.
History is the backbone of a new back-to-school vaccine campaign in Camden, N.J., launched by Grandparents for Vaccines.
In 2012, Emily Whitehead was the first pediatric patient to get a breakthrough cancer treatment that saved her life and is now helping others.
One Philadelphia mom who didn't trust organ donation changed her mind after she watched what happened with her son, "Jimmy Jam."
An incredible story of luck, bravery and medical expertise after a Glassboro dad gets impaled with a tree branch.
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
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.
Pennsylvania State Police are investigating two crashes, one of which was fatal, that happened hours apart on I-95 and I-76 in Philadelphia.
An overturned tractor trailer blocked traffic on the southbound lanes of Route 55 after a crash early Monday morning in Gloucester County, New Jersey.
A major rail injection saw service suspensions and delays after a SEPTA Regional Rail train derailed Wednesday in Philadelphia.
Bruno Damiani scored his first two goals of the season, and the Philadelphia Union rallied from two goals down to beat New York City FC 3-2 on Sunday night at Yankee Stadium.
Bryan De La Cruz hit a two-run single in the eighth inning and the Philadelphia Philles overcame a five-run deficit to beat the Minnesota Twins 7-5 and sweep the three-game series.
Islam Makhachev sets a UFC record with his 17th straight victory, defeating Ian Machado Garry by unanimous decision at UFC 330 on Saturday night.
Ja'Kobi Lane had a 16-yard touchdown catch during a promising night for Ravens rookie receivers, and Baltimore beat the Philadelphia Eagles 24-7 in the preseason opener for both teams.
Alec Bohm had five hits, Jesús Luzardo pitched 6 2/3 dominant innings and the Philadelphia Phillies beat the Minnesota Twins 9-1 on Saturday night.
Hayden Panettiere, who starred in "Remember the Titans" as a child actor and rose to fame in the sci-fi series "Heroes," has died at the age of 36.
Emily Mello is joining Mural Arts Philadelphia and will replace Jane Golden, who is leaving after more than 40 years with the organization.
The Philadelphia theater program created for Black girls returns with an original production exploring identity, immigration and the stories often left untold.
Vincent Pastore played Salvatore "Big Pussy" Bonpensiero on all six seasons of "The Sopranos," which aired from 1999 to 2007.
The Regal movie theater in King of Prussia said its IMAX 70mm projector is working again after an outage that affected screenings of "The Odyssey."
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.
South Jersey floral designer Alisha Simone Bell, based in Haddon Township, has been working with flowers for over 35 years after picking up a job to help pay for college tuition. Nikki DeMentri reports.
A recent survey of parents found nearly three-quarters plan to use artificial intelligence for back-to-school shopping in some way. So which AI is the most helpful for buying your child's school supplies? Josh Sidorowicz put three to the test and is In Your Corner with tips.
Surveillance video obtained by CBS News Philadelphia shows the moment gunfire erupted in Southwest Philadelphia in the shooting that killed off-duty police officer Alhassane Barry on Sunday, Aug. 16. Chilekasi Adele reports.
The 30-day warning period for expanded smart loading zones in Center City begins. Madeleine Wright reports.
A Philadelphia firefighter died while off duty, the department announced on social media. The department did not disclose a cause of death.