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With the state's revenue picture improving, the state senate's budget plan would restore all of the governor's proposed cuts to higher education and about half of his proposed cuts for county-run human services programs.
The issue of property tax reform is gaining momentum again in the state capitol, but faces the same hurdles that have stymied change for decades.
With a cash-starved government and 10 percent unemployment in the city, the mayor is clinging to hope that the state legislature doesn't yank away what was to have been a second casino license in the city.
The state House could take a final vote as soon as today on a bill that would open up the former Foxwoods casino license to statewide competition. Debate on the measure began yesterday.
Voters in Pennsylvania are choosing party nominees for state legislative races and in some areas, they'll also be voting for candidates who'll serve the unexpired terms of lawmakers who've resigned.
As he left the courtroom, Mike Manzo told reporters he was disappointed by others involved in the case who blamed the "culture" of Harrisburg for their actions.
The state House has passed and sent to the Senate legislation that could ultimately reduce the size of the Pennsylvania legislature.
Councilman Jim Kenney wants voters to decide on a proposed change that would require candidates to resign from other elected offices before running in Philadelphia.
The once-powerful Philadelphia politician also was ordered to pay $1 million in restitution, and will spend an additional five years on probation.
The type of voter fraud the bill addresses is not considered a problem by officials in this region.
The 30 members, headed by Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce CEO Rob Wondering, will include university presidents affected by the cutbacks.
William DeWeese was Democratic leader of the state House when he was accused of using public resources, mainly staff, for campaign purposes. He is still a sitting member of the House.
The Council on American-Islamic Relations, based in Philadelphia, is upset with proposed legislation in the Pennsylvania House which would prohibit Pennsylvania courts from applying foreign laws or foreign legal doctrines in deciding cases.
As a group of state lawmakers held a news conference to push for action on legislation related to child sexual abuse, Rep. Louise Bishop revealed her own story of abuse when she was a child.
The students want the Pennsylvania House to take up the bill already passed by the state senate that would provide vouchers to low-income students at failing schools.
Before he was elected a state representative, Todd Stephens was captain of the sex crimes unit in the Montgomery County DA's office.
A jury has convicted former GOP lawmaker Brett Feese of all 40 corruption counts against him.
State rep Kathy Watson believes the most significant provision of her bill will be one that makes it a primary offense for anyone under the age of 18 not to be properly restrained.
Governor Corbett says his top priority is school vouchers, but he also wants to address transportation funding, liquor privatization, and natural gas drilling.
Septa general manager Joseph Casey says the 46 assaults against Septa employees so far this year is more than double the 20 assaults in all of last year.
The divisive issue of school vouchers took center stage on Tuesday at a hearing in Northeast Philadelphia.
House majority leader Mike Turzai proposes auctioning off a total of 1,250 licenses for retail stores -– essentially doubling the number of outlets –- with two categories of licenses, based on store size.
High-profile cases like the murder of little Caylee Anthony in Florida almost always prompt a spate of legislative proposals, and bills are already in the pipeline in both Pennsylvania and New Jersey.
Under the current law known as "joint and several," in lawsuits involving multiple defendants, any one defendant can be on the hook for the entire judgment if codefendants can't pay.
Chris analyzes the President's speech on the draw down of troops in Afghanistan with CBS Military Analyst Jeff McCausland and plays the audio of a pilot suspended for broadcasting his conversation to all the air traffic controllers and other pilots.
Clocks spring forward Sunday as clouds and scattered showers linger before a stretch of warm weather next week.
For the past week, gas prices have been rising rapidly amid the U.S.-Israeli attacks on Iran.
The injury-riddled Sixers lose to Hawks Saturday night as Tyrese Maxey exits the game in final minute with hand injury.
Trevor Zegras scored the only goal of the shootout to help the Flyers defeat the Penguins 4-3 on Saturday night.
A pair of hikers discovered human remains on Friday in Ridley Creek State Park in Delaware County, state police say.
Clocks spring forward Sunday as clouds and scattered showers linger before a stretch of warm weather next week.
For the past week, gas prices have been rising rapidly amid the U.S.-Israeli attacks on Iran.
The injury-riddled Sixers lose to Hawks Saturday night as Tyrese Maxey exits the game in final minute with hand injury.
Trevor Zegras scored the only goal of the shootout to help the Flyers defeat the Penguins 4-3 on Saturday night.
A pair of hikers discovered human remains on Friday in Ridley Creek State Park in Delaware County, state police say.
For the past week, gas prices have been rising rapidly amid the U.S.-Israeli attacks on Iran.
The injury-riddled Sixers lose to Hawks Saturday night as Tyrese Maxey exits the game in final minute with hand injury.
A pair of hikers discovered human remains on Friday in Ridley Creek State Park in Delaware County, state police say.
A gaping sinkhole in Old City has disrupted traffic and frustrated neighbors and nearby businesses since Christmas.
The family of a man fatally shot during a homecoming event at Lincoln University of Pennsylvania has filed a lawsuit against the HBCU.
After losing the ability to walk, Onaliese Cosme fought her way back onto the soccer pitch at Deptford High School in New Jersey.
There are several challenges in the investigation into the March 4 explosion at a Logan Township cocoa processing facility, officials say.
Camden County officials celebrated the opening of a new reentry release center designed to help people leaving jail as they return to the community.
New Jersey E-ZPass users could soon be able to ditch the tags mounted to their windshields to pay tolls.
At least three people remain hospitalized after an explosion in Swedesboro, Gloucester County, that also damaged nearby businesses.
Delaware residents can now schedule appointments at the Wilmington DMV, which will reopen on Tuesday, March 10, 2026.
New Castle County police fatally shot a man armed with knives after a standoff on Ramsey Road.
Gas prices are spiking just days into the U.S.-Israel war with Iran, with the nationwide average already up 22 cents per gallon in the last week, AAA says.
Operation Epic Fury sparked swift reaction from lawmakers in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware.
After a nor'easter dumped snow on the Philadelphia area, some schools have announced closings and virtual learning days for Tuesday, Feb. 4.
The 18th annual Pink Invitational is raising money to help women with breast and ovarian cancer.
A micro-hospital that aims to help Delaware County after Crozer Health's collapse last year is inching closer to opening in Aston.
HHS Secretary RFK Jr. wants the popular coffee chains to prove their surgery drinks are safe for teens and suggested the Trump administration could place limits on your cup of coffee.
Tests of dozens of baby formulas by Consumer Reports found that nearly half contained potentially dangerous chemicals.
One Montgomery County woman spoke with CBS News Philadelphia to detail how she found treatment that saved her life.
The Franklin Mall in Northeast Philadelphia is set to reopen Friday after being because of a fire, a spokesperson said.
The Franklin Mall in Northeast Philadelphia is closed until further notice following a fire, a mall security official said.
Move over, Wawa, "there's a new player in town." Customers shed light on Pennsylvania's heated rivalry as Sheetz opened its first store in Montgomery County.
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.
A person is dead, and another was critically injured in a crash in Southwest Philadelphia involving a SEPTA bus Wednesday afternoon, police said.
The same technology the PPA started using last year to ticket illegally parked drivers from cameras on SEPTA buses will soon be used on trolleys.
A stretch of Route 202, also known as DeKalb Pike, will be closed until late fall as work to prevent sinkholes gets underway.
A major winter storm blanketed southeastern Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware with snow Sunday night and Monday.
Martin Luther King Jr. Drive in Philadelphia has reopened following emergency repairs, according to the city.
The injury-riddled Sixers lose to Hawks Saturday night as Tyrese Maxey exits the game in final minute with hand injury.
Trevor Zegras scored the only goal of the shootout to help the Flyers defeat the Penguins 4-3 on Saturday night.
The Eagles are reportedly locking up star defensive tackle Jordan Davis to a three-year extension.
Conwell-Egan Catholic High School wrestler Julia Horger wins her third straight state championship.
Bobby Brink is heading home, and the Flyers are acquiring 6-foot-4 right-handed defenseman David Jiricek from the Wild.
Streaming giant Netflix declined to match Paramount Skydance's $31 per share offer for Warner Bros. Discovery.
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame has announced its 2026 list of nominees, including Phil Collins, Mariah Carey, Wu-Tang Clan and more.
Barry Manilow announced Friday he needs to reschedule several more concerts as he continues to recover following surgery after he was diagnosed with lung cancer.
"Jersey Shore" star Nicole "Snooki" Polizzi said in a TikTok video that her results at a post-op appointment for a cone biopsy showed stage 1 cervical cancer.
In April 2025, Eric Dane announced he had been diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or ALS.
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.
Overnight, dying showers and storms will move closer to the area, becoming very light and isolated. Most areas will see a few sprinkles. Andrew Kozak has the forecast.
After dominating the championship round on Saturday, the Conwell-Egan senior is now a three-time Pa. state champion.
A gaping sinkhole in Old City has disrupted traffic and frustrated neighbors and nearby businesses since Christmas. Eva Andersen reports.
For the past week, gas prices have been rising rapidly, and many drivers say they're feeling the impact. Ryan Hughes reports.
Elsa is one of three baby goats you can snuggle with, or her triplet siblings Olaf and Sven, at the Greater Philadelphia Pet Expo in Oaks, Pennsylvania. We also meet a camel named Cairo and a family of donkeys who are available for selfies. Ray Strickland reports from the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center.