Philadelphia City Council passes "backyard breeding bill"
Advocates say the bill will help curb an increase in the number of stray and abandoned dogs in the city and help shelters reduce overcrowding.
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Advocates say the bill will help curb an increase in the number of stray and abandoned dogs in the city and help shelters reduce overcrowding.
Philadelphia city councilmembers pressed Superintendent Tony Watlington for details on his plan to close 20 schools.
Members of Philadelphia City Council on Tuesday pressed Superintendent Tony Watlington on a plan to close 20 schools in the city and make other changes to the district.
"ICE Out" legislation was introduced in Philadelphia City Council on Thursday amid growing scrutiny over federal immigration enforcement in the wake of multiple fatal shootings in Minneapolis. CBS News Philadelphia's Josh Sanders reports.
City council says it will consider a bill that would ban Philadelphia from contracting with companies that burn solid waste or recyclables.
City council passed a bill requiring a 10-cent charge for paper bags, but it still has another hurdle to clear before becoming law.
Philadelphians may soon have to pay a 10-cent fee for paper bags in the city.
The Philadelphia City Council just passed a bill that paves the way for the city to move forward with its bike lane safety project. Loading zones in some neighborhoods that were installed and then removed a few months later could be put in place again. Liz Crawford reports more about the back-and-forth.
Neighbors and strangers alike are bringing donations of all kinds to the office of Philadelphia City Councilmember Anthony Phillips for the family of Kada Scott, who was kidnapped and killed earlier this month.
Councilmember Mark Squilla said a 10-cent charge for paper bags would promote more sustainable practices like reusable bags.
Philadelphia City Council plans to have a public hearing Thursday on the investigation into SEPTA's Silverliner IV railcars.
Philadelphia's City Council took action on the Trump administration on Thursday. The city's legislative body passed two resolutions regarding moves the White House has made.
One of the resolutions condemned the Trump administration's use of the National Guard in American cities.
The curfew will now apply beyond Kensington to Fairhill, Germantown, Nicetown, Hunting Park, Frankford and Mount Airy.
The budget includes investments of more than $26 million to fund critical infrstructure and $30 million for anti-violence grants.
Philly's music scene was celebrated in City Council. A new declaration names Philadelphia as America's Original Music City. There were cheers as speakers urged councilmembers to vote yes. The unofficial designation not only highlights the city's important music history, such as the “Philly Soul” sound.
SEPTA announced last week that, without additional funding, there will be fare hikes and the elimination of bus routes and train lines.
A bill to put speed cameras in several different school zones in Philadelphia was voted out of committee Monday in City Council.
A bill that would create a pilot program for speed enforcement cameras in some Philadelphia school zones passed out of committee. City Council will vote on the proposal later this month.
Under the proposal, drivers caught speeding near one of the schools would have to pay a fine between $100 and $150, depending on how fast they were going.
A CBS News Philadelphia investigation found a problem with courtesy towing — some people go weeks without knowing what happened to their car.
Philadelphia connected with two of its sister cities on Tuesday. The city welcomed students from Toruń, Poland and Florence, Italy to City Hall. They are participating in a cultural exchange program with Philly students from Science Leadership Academy, George Washington Carver High and Central High. Philadelphia City Council issued a special citation in honor of the Sister Cities program.
Some people go weeks without knowing what happened to their cars when they've been courtesy towed in Philadelphia. Investigative reporter Liz Crawford has the story.
A pilot program offering free SEPTA rides to people living near the poverty line in Philadelphia could come to an end this year.
Members of city council's Streets and Services Subcommittee heard testimony from neighborhood activists and environmental stakeholders to discuss ways to strengthen enforcement.
Sunday looks largely dry with plenty of sunshine and slightly lower humidity across the Philadelphia area.
Hunter Biden, son of former President Joe Biden, said his father's cancer has spread to his bones and is "very debilitating" and "painful".
Nathan Lukes pushes Blue Jays passed the Phillies with a two-run home run in the 11th inning Saturday night.
Six-time Pro Bowler and two-time Super Bowl champion Lane Johnson has spent his entire pro career with the Birds.
Toronto reliever Tyler Rogers allowed two runs in the ninth inning after he twice loaded the bases and retired All-Star outfielder Brandon Marsh on a groundout to end the game and preserve the Blue Jays' 5-4 win over the Philadelphia Phillies.
Sunday looks largely dry with plenty of sunshine and slightly lower humidity across the Philadelphia area.
Hunter Biden, son of former President Joe Biden, said his father's cancer has spread to his bones and is "very debilitating" and "painful".
Nathan Lukes pushes Blue Jays passed the Phillies with a two-run home run in the 11th inning Saturday night.
Six-time Pro Bowler and two-time Super Bowl champion Lane Johnson has spent his entire pro career with the Birds.
An emergency curfew will go into effect in the city of Trenton Friday night after multiple violent crimes happened in recent months, city officials said.
Hunter Biden, son of former President Joe Biden, said his father's cancer has spread to his bones and is "very debilitating" and "painful".
The New Jersey Attorney General's Office has identified the officer and the man involved in a fatal police-involved shooting in Millville.
Police are investigating the fatal shooting of a 70-year-old man in North Philadelphia Friday evening, police say.
A report released this week said police actions at the Feb. 20 Quakertown protest caused trauma but did not find police violated the law.
A 9-year-old girl was injured, and an adult woman was found dead in an East Goshen Township home on Friday.
An emergency curfew will go into effect in the city of Trenton Friday night after multiple violent crimes happened in recent months, city officials said.
A massive 8-foot python was found in a New Jersey backyard. The 40-pound snake is now safely back in a cage, but not before it gave residents in Freehold a scare.
Joel Deanley Jr. was arrested for having a sexual relationship with a Timber Creek Regional High School student.
Hope Community Charter School in Camden is scrambling to move into a new space after flooding earlier this summer.
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill says the best cheesesteaks are in Camden — not Philadelphia.
William Simpler Jr. is charged with fatally shooting Jason Paoletti in a road rage shooting in Delaware.
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.
An incredible story of luck, bravery and medical expertise after a Glassboro dad gets impaled with a tree branch.
Temple University alum Dr. David Hartman was the first blind person to graduate from an American medical school.
Measles cases have spread to the Lehigh Valley in Pennsylvania, as a big jump in outbreaks is happening in other parts of the state.
The Chick Mission, a nonprofit, rolled into Montgomery County on Monday. It aims to save fertility for young women who have cancer by providing grants.
Two Michigan residents who had "significant underlying health conditions" have died after contracting cyclosporiasis, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services said.
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
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.
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.
Nathan Lukes pushes Blue Jays passed the Phillies with a two-run home run in the 11th inning Saturday night.
Six-time Pro Bowler and two-time Super Bowl champion Lane Johnson has spent his entire pro career with the Birds.
Toronto reliever Tyler Rogers allowed two runs in the ninth inning after he twice loaded the bases and retired All-Star outfielder Brandon Marsh on a groundout to end the game and preserve the Blue Jays' 5-4 win over the Philadelphia Phillies.
Former Phillies second baseman and 2008 World Series champion Chase Utley was honored Friday night.
Cristopher Sánchez became the first 15-game winner in the majors this season, and the Phillies beat the Washington Nationals 7-3 on Thursday night for their fifth victory in six games.
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."
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."
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.
Behind the front, slightly drier and more comfortable air will work in, with lower humidity and enough sinking air aloft to keep most of the area rain-free. Andrew Kozak has the forecast.
Hunter Biden, son of former President Joe Biden, said his father's cancer has spread to his bones and is "very debilitating" and "painful". Ray Strickland reports.
Lane Johnson told media members at Eagles training camp that 2026 is likely going to be his last season in the NFL. He's played 13 seasons for the Eagles so far and at age 36, he said family life is calling to him. He plans to have "a really good last year" and is focused and working hard at camp.
TPS provided deportation protections and work permits for people who fled to the U.S. from Haiti, but after a federal judge lifted an order, hundreds of thousands of Haitians in the U.S. are at risk of deportation.
Films like "The Odyssey" and "Spider-Man: Brand New Day" are getting moviegoers to the theater, and AMC just reported its best quarter in its 106-year history. We spoke to an expert about what's driving the increase.