Social Security 2023 COLA: Here's when you'll get the benefit
Each year, seniors and others on Social Security receive a cost-of-living adjustment. Next year, they'll see an 8.7% hike.
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Social Security Administration Announces 1.3% Benefit Increase For 2021
The Social Security Administration has announced the cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) increase for 2021.
Don't Call Me Caitlyn: Baby Name Plunges In Popularity
A year after Caitlyn Jenner announced her new name and gender, the popularity of the name Caitlyn plummeted more than any other baby name, according to Social Security's annual list of the most popular baby names.
Social Security Administration Releases List Of Most Popular Baby Names For 2014
The Social Security Administration has released its list of top baby names for 2014.
Authorities: Local Woman Concealed Child's Death To Continue Receiving Government Benefits
Authorities say a Philadelphia woman concealed the death of her daughter in order to continue receiving Supplemental Security Income payments.
Shutdown of Local Social Security Office Dismays North Philadelphia Residents
Since October, the Social Security Administration has closed three of its offices in the Philadelphia region: Jenkintown, Woodland Avenue, and, as of last week, the office at 15th and Cecil B. Moore Avenue.
Jenkintown Social Security Office Closing; Congresswoman Appeals Decision
The Social Security Administration says it will close its Jenkintown field office at the end of this month (September 28th), leaving residents of Eastern Montgomery County without a local office, but at least one local lawmaker is hoping to get the decision reversed.
Senator Casey Plans On Introducing Bill In Aftermath Of 'Basement Of Horror'
Senator Casey says loopholes in the Social Security system allowed the situation to occur and he wants to introduce a new bill to prevent similar cases in the future.
Social Security Fraud: Easier Than You Might Think?
Anna Rotondo has never met Linda Ann Weston. She's never been in the basement of horrors, where police allege Weston was keeping four mentally-challenged adults as she stole their Social Security disability checks.
Deceased Riverside Child's Identity Stolen, Falsely Claimed On Taxes
A grieving family is left to dispute with the IRS after learning someone stole their dead child's identity. Equally disturbing is how easily the tax cheater got the information.
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Philadelphia tap water officially safe after chemical spill, Kenney says
The chemical spill happened last Friday at Trinseo Altuglas LLC in Bristol, Bucks County.
Jason Wingard resigns as Temple University's president
Wingard was hired as Temple's 12th president in July of 2021.
Meet the New Jersey teacher with 425K TikTok followers spreading positivity
"I love to know that I put positivity out in the world," Dr. Jessica Hawk said.
James Beard Foundation Taste America 2023
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Student killed near Simon Gratz campus in Nicetown: police
Police said the shooting happened around 7:30 Tuesday morning.
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Philadelphia tap water officially safe after chemical spill, Kenney says
The chemical spill happened last Friday at Trinseo Altuglas LLC in Bristol, Bucks County.
Jason Wingard resigns as Temple University's president
Wingard was hired as Temple's 12th president in July of 2021.
Meet the New Jersey teacher with 425K TikTok followers spreading positivity
"I love to know that I put positivity out in the world," Dr. Jessica Hawk said.
Student killed near Simon Gratz campus in Nicetown: police
Police said the shooting happened around 7:30 Tuesday morning.
NTSB launches investigation on West Reading candy factory explosion
The explosion happened Friday night at the R.M. Palmer Company factory located on South Second Avenue in West Reading.
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Philadelphia tap water officially safe after chemical spill, Kenney says
The chemical spill happened last Friday at Trinseo Altuglas LLC in Bristol, Bucks County.
Jason Wingard resigns as Temple University's president
Wingard was hired as Temple's 12th president in July of 2021.
Student killed near Simon Gratz campus in Nicetown: police
Police said the shooting happened around 7:30 Tuesday morning.
NTSB launches investigation on West Reading candy factory explosion
The explosion happened Friday night at the R.M. Palmer Company factory located on South Second Avenue in West Reading.
Mayor Kenney says he doesn't regret Philadelphia tap water messaging after spill
Eight to 12 thousand gallons of a latex product spilled into a Bucks County creek and flowed into the Delaware River.
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Meet the New Jersey teacher with 425K TikTok followers spreading positivity
"I love to know that I put positivity out in the world," Dr. Jessica Hawk said.
Sea Isle City unanimously passes curfew ordinance for teens
The curfew will ban anyone under the age of 18 from being outside in any public place unsupervised.
2 dead after 7 cases of Legionnaires' disease across Mercer County
The cases were in Trenton and in Ewing, Lawrence and Hamilton townships, all served by Trenton Water Works.
Some beaches in this popular Jersey Shore town won't be ready for visitors by MDW
Some beaches in this popular Jersey Shore town won't be ready for visitors by MDW
Ground beef shipped to N.J., Pa. recalled over E. coli concerns
Elkhorn Valley Packing is recalling the beef chuck after shipping it to states from Connecticut to Pennsylvania.
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Local Jewish community boosts security measures amid rising antisemitism
Local organizations are working to make the Jewish community safer amidst a surge in antisemitic incidents.
NEXT Weather: P.M. rain in southern parts of region on soggy Friday
Friday morning will be a little soggy, and some rain to the south is expected later in the day.
Dunkin' announces launch of new breakfast tacos
The tacos come in a warm flour tortilla with eggs, cheddar cheese, lime crema and the option to add bacon.
"This is my team": Del. woman reunites with first responders, mass guides who saved her life
It is a reunion some five months in the making, and one first responders say would not have happened if it was not for CPR training.
President Biden to host "Ted Lasso" cast to promote mental health
Biden has previously called on lawmakers in both parties to expand resources to fight the "mental health crisis" in the nation as part of his "unity agenda."
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New research says losing weight benefits your heart even if regained
The research review in Circulation looked at the combined results of 124 studies with more than 50,000 people.
"I have my life back": Penn Medicine solves woman's medical mystery
The Penn team will be presenting her case at a medical conference Monday. They hope the surgery will be used by other patients with her condition.
One-time champ shares benefits of boxing at Philly VA Medical Center
"It teaches you to become one with yourself," Hafiz Montgomery, a former WBF champ, said.
CDC: 1 in 36 children now identified with autism spectrum disorder
Federal health officials say some children didn't get early intervention and treatment because of COVID. The new report also shows autism numbers are up.
New research shows benefits linked to four day work week
Many agree that an extra day off leads to a more fulfilling and profitable life. There is also growing interest among state legislatures and even congress to give employers a chance to try out a four-day workweek.
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Ground beef shipped to N.J., Pa. recalled over E. coli concerns
Elkhorn Valley Packing is recalling the beef chuck after shipping it to states from Connecticut to Pennsylvania.
After he was born premature, N.J. teen launches growth chart business
Julian Taylor was born weighing just over one pound, but he was a fighter.
Foot Locker to close more than 400 stores ahead of brand reset
Sneaker company plans to close hundreds of in-mall shops before opening more standalone stores.
Group of big banks pumps $30 billion in battered First Republic
The San Francisco regional bank's stock had plunged by a third on Thursday on concerns about its financial stability.
Over 1 million Ford Fusions and Lincoln MKZs recalled over brake problem
The national highway safety agency says a faulty brake fluid hose can lead to longer stopping distances, "increasing the risk of a crash."
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SEPTA to install new gates to discourage fare evasion
The transit agency will test full-size gates on the Market-Frankford Line, at the 13th Street and 34th Street stations.
SEPTA pauses plan to expand high speed rail service to King of Prussia
The transportation authority cited rising costs and inflation for the pause.
Project to expand Wissahickon Transportation Center moves forward
SEPTA said the construction will "enhance the customer experience" at the Ridge Avenue bus station.
Route 100 reopens after "major crash" in West Whiteland Township
Officials say the road will be closed for "an extended period of time."
NJ bridge closed that connects Stone Harbor, Middle Township
The bridge and road are being closed to allow open movement and space for a new fender replacement project.
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Frost scores 2 goals, leads Flyers to 4th straight win
Morgan Frost scored his second goal of the game with 2:15 left in the third period and the Flyers beat the Montreal Canadiens 3-2 on Tuesday night.
Eagles to wear Kelly green alternate jerseys in 2023 season
The throwback jerseys Birds fans love are coming back for the 2023 season.
Rhys Hoskins to undergo surgery to repair torn ACL Thursday
Hoskins tore his left ACL last week in a spring training game against the Detroit Tigers.
MLB free agent watch: Shohei Ohtani, Aaron Nola lead possible 2023-24 class
Ohtani and Nola are among a group of players going into their final season before they are eligible for free agency.
The Phillies' home opener is next week. Here's what's new to eat at Citizens Bank Park.
Aramark unveiled some new snacks on deck this season at Citizens Bank Park.
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"The Young and the Restless" at 50: The drama continues
For the past half-century Genoa City, Wisconsin, has been the setting for high drama, marital gyrations and genre traditions, in TV's most-watched soap opera.
Actor Jonathan Majors arrested on domestic violence charges in New York City
Majors' criminal defense lawyer said he is "completely innocent and provably the victim of an altercation with a woman he knows."
Composer Nicholas Lloyd Webber, son of Andrew Lloyd Webber, dies at 43
"We are all totally bereft," Webber said in a statement.
Brandy and Paolo Montalban reprising "Cinderella" roles
Brandy became the first Black actress to play Cinderella in a movie, and 26 years later, she is reprising the iconic role alongside her prince.
New details revealed about 50th anniversary celebration "The Young and the Restless"
The cast of daytimes #1 drama looks back in brand new footage, Paramount+ celebrates the series' legacy, and a sneak peek at the upcoming anniversary storyline is revealed.
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Local nonprofit delivers early Christmas gift to man battling congenital heart disease
Ukee Washington reports.
Camden woman made it her life's mission to help her community after losing husband to gun violence
Natasha Brown reports.
Brotherly Love: Saving Grace Ministry helps children and their families coping with trauma
Natasha Brown reports.
Fairhill nonprofit's youth artist program "empowers" teens
Natasha Brown reports.
Sinister Mopar to host car show with a cause at Clementon Lake Park in South Jersey
Ukee Washington reports.
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After he was born premature, N.J. teen launches growth chart business
Julian Taylor was born weighing just over one pound, but he was a fighter.
Mayfair teacher introducing students to building trades
Mayfair Elementary School is the only one in the School District of Philadelphia helping students explore vocational programs.
Focusing On The Future: Chasing the dream with high voltage
PECO is providing real-life experience for young people interested in working in energy.
Philadelphia students learning about early childhood education
Ultimately KenCrest West Director Josie Jones hopes these seniors will return one day and run their own classroom.
2 local high school students create nationally recognized non-partisan organization for polling
Patriot Polling is a non-partisan organization that uses a third-party cold-calling system to survey voters across the nation.
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NEXT Weather: Put the umbrellas away
Bill Kelly reports.
Authorities in Bucks County pursued two horses on the loose
Police say the horses' owners quickly got to the animals and wrangled them to safety.
Eagles' owner Jeffrey Lurie super excited for future of team
The Birds know they missed a huge opportunity in their Super Bowl loss to the Kansas City Chiefs.
Meet the New Jersey teacher with 425K TikTok followers spreading positivity
Siafa Lewis reports.
Philadelphia students protest outside school district headquarters
The students are upset because some schools in the district are losing funding because their enrollment numbers are down.