New research links OTC medications to increase in suicide among children
According to new research, suicide has increased among children, and it is linked, in part, to over-the-counter medications.
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According to new research, suicide has increased among children, and it is linked, in part, to over-the-counter medications.
North Philadelphia came together to use art as a tool to bring light to a dark subject with a mural focused on mental health awareness.
On Friday, there will be a first-of-its-kind suicide prevention gathering to help Philadelphia first responders cope with mental health struggles.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex's Archewell Foundation is launching a new initiative, the Parents' Network, to support parents whose children have been victimized by harmful online content, from social media bullying to suicide ideation.
The family of Grayson Murray said their son was loved and he is resting peacefully now.
The Gilgo Beach murder suspect, Rex Heuermann, is off suicide watch, according to the Suffolk County sheriff.
Some of Terrence Butler's teammates have been honoring him on social media, and classmates on campus say he would always smile and wave while walking on campus.
A Delaware County community is coming together to honor and bring awareness to one of their own who died by suicide.
CBS News Philadelphia reporter Howard Monroe reports.
European regulators are investigating the risk of suicidal thoughts among those taking popular drugs for weight loss, like Ozempic.
According to the FBI, an online crime they're calling "sextortion" is on the rise in the Philadelphia area.
If young people are being exploited, they are the victim of a crime and should report it. Contact your local FBI field office, call 1-800-CALL-FBI, or report it online at tips.fbi.gov.
The FBI wants parents and caregivers to be aware of this scam and know that there are resources available to minors and families who might be caught up in a sextortion scam and that there are tools that can help kids remove their sexually explicit images from the internet.
A Senate bill requiring anyone in Delaware wanting to buy a handgun to first be fingerprinted, undergo training and obtain permission from the state has cleared a House committee.
TikTok recommends self-harm and eating disorder content to some users within minutes of joining the platform, according to a new report published by the Center for Countering Digital Hate.
A new study from Stanford University is claiming that suicide rates will continue to rise as the Earth gets hotter.
His school district is expected to release video showing a bully knocking him unconscious two days before he killed himself.
A forum in Montgomery County focused on preventing suicide among emergency responders.
A woman has launched the campaign #1300ReasonsWhyNot after the release of a popular Netflix series.
That stomach-turning scene has triggered criticism that it romanticizes suicide.
The Blairsville High School students, who are not being identified, killed themselves Oct. 5 and 11.
Montgomery County Police Chief Bill Kelly criticized media outlets for not reporting the race of a suicidal individual that police wrestled a gun away from earlier this week.
She said she went through a range of emotions, from wondering why, to anger to grief and sadness.
The revelation added a fresh layer of horror to Saturday night's bombing.
Rich discussed Sen. Bernie Sanders endorsing Hillary Clinton, President Obama's remarks at the Dallas memorial and Vice President Joe Biden's thoughts on restricting sale of armor-piercing bullets. He also discussed the new craze over Pokemon, Donald Trump's VP choices and the reboot of Ghostbusters. Rich spoke with Attorney Joshua Prince at 3:30, Breitbart Investigative Reporter Lee Stranahan at 4pm and Gov. Ed Rendell at 4:30pm.
Cpl. Matthew Snook was fatally shot while on duty earlier this week at a DMV office in Wilmington, Delaware.
A portion of SEPTA's Broad Street Line was suspended Saturday afternoon after a fire near the tracks, officials said.
A 45-year-old woman was killed in a head-on crash on an icy street early Saturday morning in Port Richmond, police say.
Ethan Grunkemeyer threw for a career-high 262 yards and two TDs, and Penn State beat Clemson 22-10 in the Pinstripe Bowl.
A 26-year-old woman died after driving off the road and crashing into a small body in Gloucester County, New Jersey.
Cpl. Matthew Snook was fatally shot while on duty earlier this week at a DMV office in Wilmington, Delaware.
A portion of SEPTA's Broad Street Line was suspended Saturday afternoon after a fire near the tracks, officials said.
A 45-year-old woman was killed in a head-on crash on an icy street early Saturday morning in Port Richmond, police say.
Ethan Grunkemeyer threw for a career-high 262 yards and two TDs, and Penn State beat Clemson 22-10 in the Pinstripe Bowl.
A 26-year-old woman died after driving off the road and crashing into a small body in Gloucester County, New Jersey.
A portion of SEPTA's Broad Street Line was suspended Saturday afternoon after a fire near the tracks, officials said.
A 45-year-old woman was killed in a head-on crash on an icy street early Saturday morning in Port Richmond, police say.
A winter storm dumped rain, sleet and rain on the Lehigh Valley Friday, creating icy roads and travel problems.
Philadelphia police are searching for a hit-and-run suspect who killed a cyclist on Lancaster Avenue, one of the most dangerous streets in the city.
The post-Christmas return rush was underway at shops and malls across the Philadelphia area.
A 26-year-old woman died after driving off the road and crashing into a small body in Gloucester County, New Jersey.
Smith previously played young Nala in "The Lion King" on Broadway.
Here are mall opening and closing hours for the Christmas and Christmas Eve holidays around the Philly region.
The holiday rush was on Sunday night as shoppers scrambled to get their last-minute holiday gifts inside the Cherry Hill Mall.
Philadelphia and South Jersey residents were left shaken after powerful winds sent massive trees onto homes and vehicles Friday.
Cpl. Matthew Snook was fatally shot while on duty earlier this week at a DMV office in Wilmington, Delaware.
Six people were taken to a trauma center after a three-car crash on the Delaware Memorial Bridge Friday night.
Police say 44-year-old Rahman Rose entered a DMV in Wilmington, Delaware and shot and killed a state trooper.
Portnoy said he plans to give Delaware State Police Cpl. Matthew "Ty" Snook's family nearly $500,000.
Tributes are pouring in for Delaware State Police Cpl. Matthew "Ty" Snook, who was shot and killed in Wilmington.
Thousands of Pennsylvanians are dropping their health insurance as premiums are set to double on Jan. 1, 2026.
Hearing technology helps deaf and hard-of-hearing students perform at the annual holiday show in Overbrook.
A Pennsylvania man visited Penn to thank the surgeon who saved his life during a stroke.
There are encouraging early signs the angel advocate approach is helping people find organ donors.
Children with critical illnesses and their families can visit the Wishing Place in Bala Cynwyd to start their wish journeys.
The post-Christmas return rush was underway at shops and malls across the Philadelphia area.
With product return fraud on the rise, an emerging company is using AI to help spot issues.
Here are mall opening and closing hours for the Christmas and Christmas Eve holidays around the Philly region.
Through Amazon Now, customers can get household items, cosmetics, electronics, groceries and more delivered in about 30 minutes or less.
San Francisco officials said Tuesday that the city has filed a lawsuit against leading manufacturers of ultra-processed foods, accusing them of producing products linked to serious health issues and alleging that the companies knowingly made the foods addictive.
The snow and wintry weather is causing travel disruptions on one of the busiest travel days at PHL.
Parking and traffic restrictions for the Mummers parade start Friday in Philadelphia.
The holiday travel rush is ramping up on the roads and in the skies around the Philadelphia region.
The Pennsylvania Turnpike's eastbound lanes have reopened following a multi-vehicle crash between Bensalem and Willow Grove.
SEPTA's largest workers' union voted to ratify its new contract with the Philadelphia-based transit agency Wednesday night.
Ethan Grunkemeyer threw for a career-high 262 yards and two TDs, and Penn State beat Clemson 22-10 in the Pinstripe Bowl.
Jalen Smith sparked a game-ending run with a thunderous dunk on Joel Embiid, and the Chicago Bulls matched a season high with their fifth straight win, beating the Philadelphia 76ers 109-102.
The South Philadelphia bar was a haven for Chiefs fans in the Philly area for years.
Travis Konecny scored and added his 300th career assist, leading the Philadelphia Flyers past the Blackhawks 3-1 and handing depleted Chicago its sixth straight loss.
Michael Porter Jr. scored 28 points, as the Brooklyn Nets beat the Philadelphia 76ers 114-106.
Smith previously played young Nala in "The Lion King" on Broadway.
Feeding America's CEO said the organization is "incredibly grateful" for Taylor Swift's large donation.
The singer said an MRI showed a cancerous spot on one of his lungs after he recovered from a lengthy bout of bronchitis.
Albert Brooks said he's still in shock over the death of his friend Rob Reiner, whom he met at 14 years old.
The Oscars ceremony is moving to YouTube starting in 2029, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced on Wednesday.
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.
New Year's Day could bring snow to the Philadelphia area. Bill Kelly has the forecast.
Cpl. Matthew Snook was fatally shot while on duty earlier this week at a DMV office in Wilmington, Delaware.
Shoppers pack Cherry Hill Mall to return or exchange holiday gifts. Ray Strickland reports.
A 26-year-old woman died after driving off the road and crashing into a small body in Gloucester County, New Jersey.
A woman was killed in a head-on crash on an icy Philadelphia street early Saturday morning in Port Richmond, according to police.