South Jersey program gives students a head start as nursing shortage grows
A new program in Camden is helping high school students earn college credit to help ease New Jersey's nursing shortage. Ryan Hughes reports.
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A new program in Camden is helping high school students earn college credit to help ease New Jersey's nursing shortage. Ryan Hughes reports.
Officials in Burlington County say a man tampering with a lithium-ion battery started a fire, leading to a motel being evacuated. Chopper 3 was over the scene at a Red Carpet Inn on Western Drive in Westampton Township. One person was taken to the hospital, and two others were treated by medics at the scene.
Neighbors raced to their home in the middle of the night to tell them their house was on fire. A Ring doorbell camera captured the frantic moments Saturday in Toms River. You can see the family racing out of their home with their 9-month-old baby, narrowly escaping what could have been a deadly situation. Everyone made it out okay, but the home does have extensive smoke and water damage.
A man was struck by a car on Admiral Wilson Boulevard and Rosemont Avenue around 6:30 a.m. Wednesday, police said. The pedestrian was later pronounced dead. The crash investigation led to heavy traffic backups on the major road for the morning commute.
For the past 14 years, NJ PBS has been run by WNET, channel 13 in New York, which is licensed by New Jersey.
The Philadelphia region's unsettled and unseasonably warm start to fall will continue again on Wednesday.
The city of Camden in New Jersey reported its first homicide-free summer in over 50 years, crediting a shift to unity policing.
For the first time in decades, Camden, New Jersey, recorded zero homicides this summer. Residents and officials say changes in policing are behind the change.
Footage from Ring cameras shows a stunning scene, as the neighbors, surrounded by flames, ring the bell, and bang on doors and windows.
A Trenton community is now rallying behind multiple families who lost practically everything when a fire destroyed seven rowhomes last week.
A Trenton community is still grieving after a high school student was killed in a fire that destroyed multiple rowhomes. Our Ryan Hughes spoke with the young man's family, as neighbors and strangers rally behind everyone impacted.
Residents packed another meeting in Tabernacle Township, New Jersey, to urge leaders to save the rescue squad.
Summer-like conditions will return to the Philadelphia region on Tuesday with highs in the mid-80s.
After over 4 hours of public comment and a closed-door executive session, Tabernacle officials did not commit to reversing their decision to disband the Tabernacle Rescue Squad. Wakisha Bailey reports.
A man died in a shooting near Mill Dam Park in Mount Holly Township Monday night, officials say.
A man died in a shooting near a park in Mount Holly, New Jersey, Monday evening, the Burlington County prosecutor's office said.
A man died in a shooting near a park in Mount Holly, New Jersey, Monday evening, the Burlington County prosecutor's office said.
Community members in Tabernacle Township, New Jersey, packed a meeting Monday to urge leaders to save the Tabernacle Rescue Squad.
Affordability in New Jersey emerged as a key issue during the first debate between candidates for governor Mikie Sherrill and Jack Ciattarelli.
Officials cut the ribbon on the new Lake Lenape Dam on Monday.
Democrat Mikie Sherrill and Republican Jack Ciattarelli sparred over a number of topics including President Trump, rising costs and taxes during the first debate between the candidates for New Jersey governor.
A kindergarten teacher at a Catholic school in Vineland, New Jersey, was pulled from the classroom and put on administrative leave because she's carrying a baby for another family.
The Catholic faith deems surrogacy unethical, but this teacher told CBS News Philadelphia she never thought this would happen just weeks into the new school year.
President Trump loomed large over the New Jersey gubernatorial debate between Democrat Mikie Sherrill and Republican Jack Ciattarelli.
Officials say a fire on North Olden Avenue in Trenton destroyed multiple homes. The cause is still under investigation.
City Councilmember Rue Landau wants to curb junk fees in Philadelphia by requiring businesses to disclose fees up front and prove "cost justification" for fees they wish to keep.
Since opening in 1874, the Philadelphia Zoo has become an oasis of conservation, education, and, of course, Philly pride.
Dr. Anthony Fauci is testifying to the Senate on the origins of the COVID-19 pandemic, setting up a showdown between the infectious disease expert and GOP Sen. Rand Paul.
While it will be a significantly improved day, we are still tracking pop-up showers and storms Wednesday afternoon and evening in the Philadelphia region.
Electronic speed cameras are now in place along a busy residential road in Delaware.
The vehicle sought in a hit-and-run that left a woman dead in Southwest Philadelphia was located in Delco, police say.
Voicemail messages containing racist threats were left for Delaware County Sheriff Siddiq Kamara last week.
While it will be a significantly improved day, we are still tracking pop-up showers and storms Wednesday afternoon and evening in the Philadelphia region.
City Councilmember Rue Landau wants to curb junk fees in Philadelphia by requiring businesses to disclose fees up front and prove "cost justification" for fees they wish to keep.
The Philadelphia Eagles report to training camp today for the 2026 season after an offseason filled with changes on the offensive side of the ball.
City Councilmember Rue Landau wants to curb junk fees in Philadelphia by requiring businesses to disclose fees up front and prove "cost justification" for fees they wish to keep.
The vehicle sought in a hit-and-run that left a woman dead in Southwest Philadelphia was located in Delco, police say.
Lauren Taylor, who trains at the CrossFit King of Prussia gym, won the Fittest Adaptive Athlete on Earth Award at the CrossFit Games in California.
After 124 days, Philadelphia native Isaiah Thomas, known online as HMBLZAYY, has completed his 3,000 mile odyssey to California.
A Philadelphia police officer who shot his uncle six times in the head and killed him in Northampton County is claiming self-defense, according to a criminal complaint.
Two businesses in Maple Shade are temporarily closed after a lightning strike sparked a fire, causing thousands of dollars worth of damages.
Emergency crews blocked off flooded streets in Hammonton as tow trucks worked to remove stranded vehicles.
Crews in Camden County, which has recently experienced flash flooding, are preparing ahead of Tuesday's storms.
Ocean Casino Resort in Atlantic City, New Jersey, has paused all gaming and betting on Monday after a small fire and leak.
A man died, and three other people were injured when a boat crashed into a channel marker in Barnegat Bay in Toms River Township, New Jersey State Police said.
Electronic speed cameras are now in place along a busy residential road in Delaware.
Two crews from the Delaware Forest Service traveled to assist fire crews in Minnesota working to contain wildfires sparked by lightning.
A 13-year-old boy accused of assaulting two people with fireworks earlier this month in Wilmington faces attempted murder charges, police say.
The Wilmington Blue Rocks officially has a new owner, and with it comes new hope for the future of the ballpark.
New reward announced seven years after Susan Ledyard's body was recovered from the Brandywine River.
Delaware County health officials hope a mobile clinic will help get more residents vaccinated against measles.
Since May, more than 11,000 cases of illness caused by the parasite cyclospora have been reported in 41 states. This comes after the Trump administration drastically cut FDA and CDC staff, prompting one expert to call this summer's outbreaks "a national wake-up call."
The camp, hosted by Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, is designed for children with differences affecting their hands, arms or legs.
People who buy their healthcare coverage in Pennsylvania through the Affordable Care Act are expected to see their premiums skyrocket.
Pennsylvania is one of four more states now part of a cyclospora outbreak linked to shredded iceberg lettuce from central Mexico.
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
New Jersey is set to charge companies whose workers have Medicaid health coverage.
Target is voluntarily recalling two types of baby wipes due to concerns that the products may be contaminated with bacteria that may cause "serious and life-threatening infections," the U.S. Food and Drug Administration said on Friday.
The Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board says it will begin approving the extended-hours permits for Philadelphia businesses within the next week.
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.
Three men died in a plane crash in Maryland Saturday night, police said.
Sandy Alcantara pitched a four-hit ball over seven sharp innings, Kyle Stowers homered, and the Miami Marlins beat the Philadelphia Phillies 1-0.
The Philadelphia 76ers have traded forward Johni Broome and a 2027 second-round draft pick to the Los Angeles Clippers for cash considerations.
Jalen Carter became the highest-paid defensive tackle in NFL history after signing a four-year contract extension with the Eagles.
It hasn't even been a week since LeBron James chose to sign with the Philadelphia 76ers, but his merchandise is flying off the shelves.
The Philadelphia Eagles reported to training camp Tuesday for the 2026 season after an offseason filled with changes on the offensive side of the ball.
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."
A warmup jacket worn by Wilt Chamberlain during the 1972 NBA finals that was found in an Oregon thrift store could fetch more than $150,000 in an auction closing Monday.
The actor's agent said he was providing more information following news reports "which contain inaccuracies and outright falsehoods."
Will Ferrell stopped in the Philadelphia area Monday to promote his new Netflix comedy series.
New Zealand actor Sam Neill, known for "Jurassic Park" and "The Piano," died Monday at 78, his family says.
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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.
Whether they're added on to your rent, concert tickets or even parking, junk fees can quickly add up, and they often don't show themselves until the last moment of a transaction. There's now a push to get rid of junk fees. Josh Sidorowicz has more in this preview of the In Your Corner podcast.
The Philadelphia Zoo opened its gates on July 1, 1874. Ever since, it's been an oasis of conservation, education and, of course, Philly pride. Now it's celebrating the nation's 250th with new features, including the Zoo360 trail, a Ferris wheel and more. Nikki DeMentri reports.
An error that resulted in about 6,600 people being improperly registered to vote in New Jersey is now being resolved.
Police in Japan have released new video showing the wreckage inside a mall in Kumamoto Prefecture. Eight people have been pulled from the rubble and four workers remain missing. Josh Sanders has the latest from the Pulse Desk.
Cavan Sullivan's MLS rookie autograph patch card just sold for over $90,000 at auction.