Hundreds Rally For Abortion Rights In Philadelphia With Democratic Gov. Nominee Josh Shapiro, Planned Parenthood
While it is still legal for a woman to have an abortion in Pennsylvania, the issue is now front and center in the governor's race.
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While it is still legal for a woman to have an abortion in Pennsylvania, the issue is now front and center in the governor's race.
The Supreme Court's ruling eliminates the constitutional right to an abortion and allows states to ban the procedure.
The Supreme Court on Friday stripped away the nation's constitutional protections for abortion that had stood for nearly a half-century.
The ruling puts the issue squarely on the ballot come this November's midterms.
Here are some of the prominent companies offering expanded assistance to staff in states curtailing abortion care.
With the reversal of Roe v. Wade, states will now decide where they stand on the issue. Here's what it means for the tri-state area.
Under Gov. Tom Wolf, women have the right to choose an abortion in the Commonwealth, but the two men running for governor this fall are on completely different sides of the issue.
Krasner, who is no longer part of the Pennsylvania District Attorneys Association, says he would like district attorneys from all 66 counties in the commonwealth outside of Philadelphia to commit to using their bully pulpit and use their discretion to vigorously protect women.
He told Politico in 2018 "that the description of pro-life Democrat is accurate:" for him.
Wolf's remarks come following a leaked draft opinion suggesting the Supreme Court may overturn Roe v. Wade, the 1973 ruling that legalized abortion.
Roe v. Wade is the name of the lawsuit that led to the landmark 1973 U.S. Supreme Court decision establishing a constitutional right to abortion in the United States.
The GOP currently has the majority in the Pennsylvania House and Senate, but Gov. Tom Wolf has made it clear he will veto any legislation to overturn the current statute.
New Jersey and Delaware have passed laws protecting abortion rights but Pennsylvania has several regulations.
Roe v. Wade, ruled on in 1973, affirms a woman's right in the United States to have an abortion under the US Constitution.
Rich discussed Sen. Jeff Sessions confirmation hearing, a man ticketed for warming up his car in his driveway and Jared Kushner's appointment in Donald Trump's cabinet. He also discussed the U.S. upping military presence in Europe, Dylann Roof sentenced to the death for Charleston Shooting and more.
This morning, thousands of abortion opponents from our area boarded buses, heading to the nation's capital for the annual March for Life.
New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie told anti-abortion activists gathered in the bitter cold Monday that they have an ally in him.
Many Catholics across the region got up bright and early to leave for Washington D.C. Monday morning for the 38th Annual March For Life. The march protests the historic Supreme Court decision Roe v. Wade, which legalized abortion.
Philadelphia Common Pleas Court Judge Michael Fanning has been suspended without pay for assaulting two women, including his 30-year-old daughter.
A meeting on the School District of Philadelphia's controversial long-term plan that could reshape dozens of schools across the city is underway Thursday.
The Community College of Philadelphia will raise the cost of tuition later this year.
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.
Construction in Upper Darby and Newtown Square has frustrated drivers. PennDOT says work is set to be completed at the end of the year.
An increase in the hotel tax, plus new taxes on rideshares and some deliveries, are included in Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker's new budget.
Philadelphia Common Pleas Court Judge Michael Fanning has been suspended without pay for assaulting two women, including his 30-year-old daughter.
A meeting on the School District of Philadelphia's controversial long-term plan that could reshape dozens of schools across the city is underway Thursday.
The Community College of Philadelphia will raise the cost of tuition later this year.
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.
Philadelphia Common Pleas Court Judge Michael Fanning has been suspended without pay for assaulting two women, including his 30-year-old daughter.
A meeting on the School District of Philadelphia's controversial long-term plan that could reshape dozens of schools across the city is underway Thursday.
The Community College of Philadelphia will raise the cost of tuition later this year.
Construction in Upper Darby and Newtown Square has frustrated drivers. PennDOT says work is set to be completed at the end of the year.
Philadelphia police and a security provider for South Jersey Jewish communities say they have stepped up patrols.
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.
Philadelphia police and a security provider for South Jersey Jewish communities say they have stepped up patrols.
High gas prices and travel uncertainty are on the minds of many travelers as they try to book their vacations locally and overseas.
After its kitchen was damaged in a fire last year, the former Westmont Diner in Haddon Township, New Jersey, is reopening with a new name.
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill, on the job for a little over a month, called for major cuts during her first budget address Tuesday.
Up-and-coming bands are sharing their sound in between the aisles at Fiesta Fresh Farmers Market.
A barge hauling scrap metal caught fire in the Delaware Bay on Tuesday.
Mortgage rates have fallen to a three-year low, prompting some homeowners to ask whether now is the right moment to refinance.
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.
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.
Yentli Soto Albrecht, who is a genetic carrier of ALS, is working on research at Penn that could one day prove life-saving.
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.
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.
Construction in Upper Darby and Newtown Square has frustrated drivers. PennDOT says work is set to be completed at the end of the year.
TSA workers are impacted by the government shutdown and the agency is dealing with staffing constraints, including at PHL.
Service on SEPTA's Market-Frankford Line between 30th Street and Spring Garden stations resumed Wednesday night after an underground fire.
The Philadelphia St. Patrick's Day Parade returns to Market Street Sunday.
SEPTA plans to create new bus routes and extend service on others in Philadelphia.
Wilt Chamberlain's family is keeping close watch as Shai Gilgeous-Alexander closes in on one of his long-standing NBA records.
Chase Utley's Phillies Wall of Fame induction ceremony will take place before the club's Aug. 7 game against the Blue Jays.
The Lehigh University men's basketball team is heading to the 2026 NCAA Tournament for the first time in more than a decade.
It's a big summer for sports in Philadelphia, and one of the biggest events is the PGA Championship at Aronimink Golf Club.
Cam Payne scored 13 of his 32 points in the fourth quarter, rookie VJ Edgecombe added 21 points in his return to the lineup and the 76ers rallied to beat the Grizzlies 139-129 on Tuesday night.
A woman was arrested on Sunday for firing multiple shots at the Beverly Hills home of Rihanna, Los Angeles Police Department officials say.
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.
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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.
According to Philadelphia police, Michael Fanning, 60, was arrested for the assault Monday night on the 9600 block of Milnor Street in the city's Torresdale neighborhood.
If you were inspired by the figure skating artistry at the 2026 Winter Olympics, you may want to keep your eye out for two local skaters with dreams to not only represent their country but put Philadelphia on the ice. Krystle Rich reports.
Bill Kelly has the latest NEXT Weather forecast for the Philadelphia region on Thursday night.
The majority of the people at the meeting inside the School District of Philadelphia's headquarters on Broad Street are pushing back against the district's controversial facilities master plan.
Gas prices are climbing, and industry experts say the higher costs caused by the U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran are rippling through the supply chain. That could mean higher prices for food, medical supplies and more.