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The Federal Reserve announced its second interest-rate cut of 2025 Wednesday, lowering its benchmark rate by 0.25 percentage points.
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The Federal Reserve announced its second interest-rate cut of 2025 Wednesday, lowering its benchmark rate by 0.25 percentage points.
As part of the newly adjusted cellphone policy, students lock up their phones when entering the building, and the area is monitored during school hours. So far, both students and staff are seeing positive results. CBS News Philadelphia's Chandler Lutz reports.
As the Pennsylvania legislature continues to fail to pass a budget, the squeeze is being felt by students and teachers throughout.
Wednesday in the Philadelphia region will be breezy, and storms will arrive at night to bring widespread wind and rain to the Delaware Valley.
The auction will feature more than 6,000 items that were previously kept in the Treasury's vault.
For the first time on Tuesday, air traffic controllers at Philadelphia International Airport saw zero-dollar paychecks as the government shutdown continues.
The shooting happened on the 3000 block of Marshall Street in North Philly while the 7-year-old girl was sitting inside a car with her family, according to police.
Hospital staff at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia's NICU continued the annual tradition of dressing up babies in costumes for their first Halloween.
The project started in 2023 to install lights that are energy efficient, brighter and longer-lasting.
A man is in critical condition after a shooting in North Philadelphia. According to police, the shooting happened on the 2300 block of North Carlisle Street. That's just down the block from Temple University near a residence hall. At this time, there have been no arrests. The investigation is ongoing.
Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware and several other states are suing the Trump administration over the looming suspension of SNAP benefits amid the ongoing government shutdown.
If you are in the Philadelphia area and looking to help Jamaicans affected by Hurricane Melissa, the Jamaican consulate has opportunities.
Officials say one student and one graduate are among the people injured in the shooting at Lincoln University in Pennsylvania.
Landslides, fallen trees, and flooding have already been reported in Jamaica as Hurricane Melissa began to make landfall as a Category 5 storm on Tuesday.
Investigators in Chester County say they've matched a shell casing to a gun recovered from the deadly weekend shooting at Lincoln University in Pennsylvania.
A Warrington man was charged with attempted murder in a road rage shooting that injured a woman in Newtown Township, Bucks County, police said.
Anxiety for families is growing as the pause in SNAP benefits this weekend looms. In Delaware County, Pennsylvania, SNAP recipients are worried, as are people at the food banks that help fill in the gaps.
Steve DeFrank, chairman of the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission, says there's a right way and a wrong way when it comes to data centers.
The Pennsylvania Game Commission is warning drivers to watch out for deer.
PennDOT is highlighting traffic safety measures ahead of Halloween weekend in Montgomery County.
The Philadelphia region can expect some clouds and temperatures in the 50s Tuesday.
As Hurricane Melissa's outer bands start to lash at Jamaica, Candy Manning, a Cheltenham teacher and a Jamaica native, fears this could be a tragedy. The local teacher said she is now collecting supplies to send back to Jamaica, including canned, non-perishable foods, diapers, first-aid kits and clothing.
Family Promise Food Pantry in Montgomery County is one of many food pantries across Pennsylvania preparing for an increased need with SNAP benefits set to end this weekend. CBS News Philadelphia reporter Wakisha Bailey reports from Roslyn, Pennsylvania.
The government shutdown reached Day 28 on Tuesday and many federal workers missed their first paycheck. Meanwhile, people who collect SNAP benefits, also known as food stamps, are concerned that those benefits may not be added to their EBT card account in time for November. Wakisha Bailey visits Philabundance, where CEO Loree Jones Brown says the nonprofit is ready with extra food to respond to increased need.
Residents 62 and older looking for an affordable home will have a chance to apply next year for Ardmore House II, a new 48-unit building to be constructed right behind the original Ardmore House. Kim Hudson reports.
It's been 200 years, or over 10,000 Sunday services, since Monumental Baptist Church was founded.
A crash has closed Route 73 near Lincoln Drive in Marlton, Evesham Township.
The Trump administration says Iran's autocratic regime is down but not out, and it won't say how long the deadly, costly conflict will go on.
Spring officially begins Friday morning in the Philadelphia region ahead of a warmer weekend.
David Mirkovic had 29 points and 17 rebounds, and No. 3 seed Illinois dominated No. 14 seed Penn 105-70 on Thursday night in the first round of the NCAA Tournament.
A crash has closed Route 73 near Lincoln Drive in Marlton, Evesham Township.
It's been 200 years, or over 10,000 Sunday services, since Monumental Baptist Church was founded.
Six NCAA Division I men's basketball tournament games will be played in Philadelphia. Here's what to know as March Madness returns for the first time since 2022.
The Trump administration says Iran's autocratic regime is down but not out, and it won't say how long the deadly, costly conflict will go on.
An attorney for one of the teens said the students have hearings and expects the charges against his client to be dismissed.
It's been 200 years, or over 10,000 Sunday services, since Monumental Baptist Church was founded.
Five Philadelphia men were convicted in connection with a violent carjacking ring, where they would allegedly ship the stolen cars to Africa for resale.
Terrence Hill Jr. made a stepback 3-pointer in overtime, and No. 11 VCU erased a 19-point second-half deficit to stun North Carolina in the first round of the NCAA Tournament.
A Pennsylvania man was sentenced to decades behind bars for a 2024 shooting near the Dominican festival in Allentown.
Outrage is growing after a school crossing guard was attacked on the job in Darby Borough, Pennsylvania.
A crash has closed Route 73 near Lincoln Drive in Marlton, Evesham Township.
Last year, electricity rates in New Jersey spiked more than almost any other state, according to a new congressional report.
Police in South Jersey are looking for two people caught on camera stealing a high-performance Dodge Charger Daytona from a driveway in Washington Township.
A South Jersey nonprofit is teaching women how to defend themselves while also launching a new effort to support those recovering from difficult situations.
Crews are working around the clock in Medford Township after Monday night's powerful storm knocked down telephone poles and more.
An EF-1 tornado touched down in Kent County, Delaware, Monday night as severe storms hit the Philadelphia region, the National Weather Service said Tuesday.
Thousands of people spent the night without electricity around the Philadelphia area after Monday's storms.
With the region under a tornado watch through 7 p.m., several school districts have announced closings and early dismissals.
A teenager in Newark, Delaware is being charged with first degree murder after stabbing a rideshare driver multiple times, police say.
Up-and-coming bands are sharing their sound in between the aisles at Fiesta Fresh Farmers Market.
A popular national brand has joined a Philadelphia kidney patient and advocate to raise awareness and save lives.
Earl Jones is thriving after receiving a heart transplant at Temple University Hospital decades ago.
After years of being misdiagnosed, Mary Schneider is raising awareness about narcolepsy and other sleep disorders.
New Jersey Sen. Andy Kim is opening up about his father's Alzheimer's diagnosis in hopes of helping others struggling like him to care for their loved ones.
New owners say Springfield Hospital could reopen as soon as this year, bring much-needed health care to Delaware County.
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 crash has closed Route 73 near Lincoln Drive in Marlton, Evesham Township.
The Walt Whitman Bridge is back open Wednesday after it was closed in both directions Tuesday night because of police activity.
Additional security checkpoints at PHL are closed as a partial government shutdown affecting TSA drags on.
Fire crews were called to the Valley Forge Service Area on the Pennsylvania Turnpike for a truck fire Friday morning.
Construction in Upper Darby and Newtown Square has frustrated drivers. PennDOT says work is set to be completed at the end of the year.
David Mirkovic had 29 points and 17 rebounds, and No. 3 seed Illinois dominated No. 14 seed Penn 105-70 on Thursday night in the first round of the NCAA Tournament.
Terrence Hill Jr. made a stepback 3-pointer in overtime, and No. 11 VCU erased a 19-point second-half deficit to stun North Carolina in the first round of the NCAA Tournament.
The Philadelphia Eagles and veteran running back Dameon Pierce, 26, agreed to a one-year contract on Thursday.
Philadelphia Soccer 2026 announced more details about the FIFA Fan Festival tied to the city's World Cup matches.
Noah Cates scored on a deflection off goalie Lukas Dostal's skate at 2:17 of overtime and — after a review for offsides on the play — the Philadelphia Flyers beat the Anaheim Ducks 3-2 on Wednesday night.
Michael B. Jordan's best actor win at Sunday night's Academy Awards resonated at his alma mater, Arts High School in Newark.
A West Philadelphia hip-hop artist is using his music to inspire others and bring people together.
"One Battle After Another" took home several big awards, including Best Picture, Best Director and the newly created Best Casting.
Watch scenes from the performances nominated for best supporting actress at the 98th annual Academy Awards, as well as interviews with the nominees.
The Ministry of Awe on 3rd Street in Philadelphia features five floors of art installations, interactive exhibits and more.
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.
Spring is about to...well, spring warmer temperatures on us. The season officially starts at 10:46 a.m. Friday with the vernal equinox, and temperatures in the Philadelphia area will hit the 60s before some shower chances Friday night. NEXT Weather Meteorologist Kate Bilo has the forecast.
It's about to be raining threes in South Philly, with four first-round NCAA March Madness men's basketball games happening Friday at Xfinity Mobile Arena. Meanwhile, Villanova's men's and women's teams are in San Diego and Baton Rouge, respectively, for their first-round games.
The Quakertown, Pennsylvania, teenagers seen in videos in a brawl with a local police chief — after they walked out of school to protest ICE — will be in court Friday. An attorney representing one of the students said he expects charges to be dismissed. Brandon Goldner reports.
A serious crash appeared to have shut down Route 73 in both directions near Lincoln Drive in Evesham Township, New Jersey Friday morning. Josh Sanders is at our Pulse Desk with the latest information and images from Chopper 3.
Monumental Baptist Church was founded in 1826 and will turn 200 years old on March 24 after standing through some of the most defining moments in American history, including the era of slavery. Wakisha Bailey reports.