Trenton, NJ nonprofit stresses the importance of bilingual doulas
Doulas help expecting moms navigate their pregnancy and advocate for them in the birthing room and after the baby is born - and even serve as interpreters. Wakisha Bailey reports.
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Doulas help expecting moms navigate their pregnancy and advocate for them in the birthing room and after the baby is born - and even serve as interpreters. Wakisha Bailey reports.
Representatives from Montgomery McCracken Walker & Rhoads LLP said since November of 2022, they've been independently reviewing New Jersey's response, without any interference from the state.
Ji'Ayir Brown is the pride of Trenton after making the Super Bowl in his rookie season with the San Francisco 49ers.
Field of Dreams playground in West Deptford to be taken down after it was deemed to be unsafe. Plus, New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy outlines his 2025 budget plan. All this and more on this week's edition of The Jersey Pulse.
New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy delivered his state budget address Tuesday in Trenton. The plan includes a new tax on businesses to help fund New Jersey Transit.
Ji'Ayir Brown, a Trenton native, intercepted Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes early in the third quarter of Super Bowl LVIII at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas on Sunday night.
A community meeting will be held in Trenton from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. after high levels of lead were detected at a school playground and over 100 properties in New Jersey's capital city.
New Jersey is flying flags at half staff Tuesday in honor of Staff Sgt. William Jerome Rivers, who was killed in a Jan. 28 drone attack on a base in Jordan.
There are new details about the lead contamination at an elementary school in Trenton that is also impacting more than 100 properties in the city.
San Francisco safety Ji'ayir Brown grew up in Trenton and was drafted by the San Francisco 49ers this year in the third round.
Concerns are growing over lead contamination in Trenton after the toxin was found this week on a school playground and at more than 100 properties.
The cause of the fire is under investigation.
The New Sanctuary Movement of Philadelphia says people, not buses, are caught in the middle of Texas' policy of sending immigrants to Democratic-led cities.
Asylum seekers bound for New York City have been passing through New Jersey transit centers, officials say.
Hundreds of asylum seekers have been dropped off in Trenton and other New Jersey cities this week, the governor and local officials say. Most of the migrants have continued on trains to New York City.
Trenton, New Jersey Mayor Reed Gusciora said the city is not equipped to handle the influx of people in need of services with no notice.
New Jersey officials are tracking buses filled with asylum seekers arriving at various suburban transit centers who then quickly board trains and buses to New York City.
Buses carrying dozens of asylum seekers bound for New York City arrived at the Trenton Transit Center early Saturday morning.
The stores sell traditional Italian breads and desserts but the owner pulled out a tray of what he said would be the big draw for Christmas.
New Jersey Democrats campaigned on a pledge to defend abortion rights while Republicans focused on parental rights.
The government specifically said it'll look into whether officers used unnecessary force on people who were complying with orders and bystanders who were watching police activity.
Police say the boy is in stable condition after the self-inflicted gunshot to the head.
The boy is in stable condition after the shooting.
Chopper 3 was over the scene of a crash on Route 29 in Trenton, New Jersey.
The casket carrying New Jersey Lt. Gov. Sheila Oliver arrived at the Essex County Courthouse for the second of three days celebrating her life.
Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni said A.J. Brown had a "good run" in Philadelphia and spoke highly of the team's new receiver room.
Christ Church in Old City has a free exhibit that includes artifacts from the American Revolution and a letter from George Washington.
A partnership between the Philadelphia Phillies and Nest helps introduce over 20 high school students to careers in the trades.
Four high school seniors will be awarded scholarships in honor of Danielle Kousoulis, a South Jersey woman who died on 9/11.
The Phillies and MLB announced on Tuesday a more than $5 million investment to help make a lasting impact in Philadelphia.
Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni said A.J. Brown had a "good run" in Philadelphia and spoke highly of the team's new receiver room.
Christ Church in Old City has a free exhibit that includes artifacts from the American Revolution and a letter from George Washington.
A partnership between the Philadelphia Phillies and Nest helps introduce over 20 high school students to careers in the trades.
Four high school seniors will be awarded scholarships in honor of Danielle Kousoulis, a South Jersey woman who died on 9/11.
The Phillies and MLB announced on Tuesday a more than $5 million investment to help make a lasting impact in Philadelphia.
Christ Church in Old City has a free exhibit that includes artifacts from the American Revolution and a letter from George Washington.
A partnership between the Philadelphia Phillies and Nest helps introduce over 20 high school students to careers in the trades.
A man is in custody after making threatening comments online toward St. Pius X parish in Broomall, Pennsylvania, police say.
Sevean Brown and Hassan Ameer Nelson were sentenced to prison time for threatening, assaulting and stealing from a man in Northampton Township last year.
The U.S. Department of Justice says Philadelphia police and the city are under investigation for possible Second Amendment rights violations.
Four high school seniors will be awarded scholarships in honor of Danielle Kousoulis, a South Jersey woman who died on 9/11.
The City of Camden ordered EMR Recycling to cease operations after a number of scrap yard fires broke out at the facility.
The body of missing swimmer Carlos Gil-Reyes, known by friends as Carlos Manuel, was recovered from the Delaware River, authorities said.
While many LGBTQ+ couples have historically chosen to live in big cities, more are now moving to the suburbs across the Philadelphia region.
Four former employees of the now-shuttered Gillian's Wonderland Pier are working to preserve the nostalgia that once lined the Ocean City boardwalk.
A teenager was arrested after she allegedly stabbed her hairdresser and another person inside a Wilmington hair salon, Delaware State Police said.
Gordon Turner was convicted of murder and other charges after hitting and killing a University of Delaware student with a U-Haul van last year.
A star high school lacrosse player in Delaware is back on the field after a mysterious condition in his jaw turned out to be something much more serious.
Delaware State troopers found the young girl dead in her bedroom after her father allegedly hit her multiple times with a belt.
This weekend's rare blue moon may be visible in the Philadelphia area this Saturday and Sunday.
Dr. Peter Stafford was working with a missionary group in the Congo when he came down with the virus last month.
A star high school lacrosse player in Delaware is back on the field after a mysterious condition in his jaw turned out to be something much more serious.
Researchers at Penn Medicine say the revolutionary cancer treatment CAR-T therapy may also help patients with kidney failure.
Preliminary research out of Penn Medicine indicates that GLP-1 drugs could prevent breast cancer, but more study is needed.
ChristianaCare Hospital, Aston — Delaware County's first micro-hospital — is expected to treat 15,000 patients annually.
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.
The Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board says it will begin approving the extended-hours permits for Philadelphia businesses within the next week.
Two top-rated and critically acclaimed restaurants in the Philadelphia area are receiving a new honor.
Sportswear brand Mitchell & Ness is opening a new three-story flagship store in Center City Philadelphia.
Caesars Entertainment is being acquired for almost $6 billion by Fertitta, the company that owns Las Vegas' Golden Nugget and chains like Rainforest Cafe and Morton's.
A new website helps visitors and residents check traffic conditions before heading to events in Philadelphia this summer.
PennDOT is replacing a bridge built in 1950 that carries State Road across the Darby Creek, linking Upper Darby and Springfield townships.
SEPTA's South Broad Concourse links 15th/City Hall and Walnut-Locust stations and reopened after being closed for six years.
A police pursuit that started in Philadelphia's Kensington section ended with a car fire along I-95 Friday afternoon, sources said.
SEPTA's board voted to approve its annual service plan Thursday, including the transit authority's first-ever comprehensive bus redesign.
Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni said A.J. Brown had a "good run" in Philadelphia and spoke highly of the team's new receiver room.
A partnership between the Philadelphia Phillies and Nest helps introduce over 20 high school students to careers in the trades.
The Phillies and MLB announced on Tuesday a more than $5 million investment to help make a lasting impact in Philadelphia.
Philadelphia Union and Ivory Coast fans filled the stands at Subaru Park for a friendly Monday night match ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Cristopher Sánchez struck out 10 and allowed two runs in seven innings to win for the sixth time in seven starts, Adolis García hit a two-run homer and the Philadelphia Phillies beat the Toronto Blue Jays 5-2.
"Schmigadoon!" — which was tied for the most nominations, with 12 — won Best Musical, and "Liberation" took home the honor of Best Play at the 2026 Tony Awards.
"LUZIA" showcases Mexican culture under the Big Top at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center in Oaks through June 7.
The American Music Awards celebrate fan favorites in the music world and feature performances from multiple artists.
Patti LaBelle said she's "having fun living it down" as the legendary singer marks her 82nd birthday.
Rob Base, the MC whose lyrics lit up the dancefloor classic "It Takes Two" and got countless people moving worldwide, passed away Friday.
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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.
A special exhibit for America's 250th anniversary at Christ Church in Philadelphia's Old City includes a letter from George Washington and other artifacts from the Revolutionary War.
The Phillies and South Jersey company Nest partnered to host the Skilled Trades All-Star Program, introducing 23 students from Liguori Academy to careers in the trades. CBS News Philadelphia's Chilekasi Adele reports.
Four high school seniors in New Jersey will be awarded scholarships in honor of Danielle Kousoulis, who was killed in the 9/11 terrorist attacks. CBS News Philadelphia's Ryan Hughes reports.
Christopher M. Henderson, of Exton, was arrested Tuesday for making threats on social media against St. Pius X parish in Marple Township, Pennsylvania, police said.
PATCO on Tuesday debuted its commemorative America 250 train, highlighting symbols from Pennsylvania and New Jersey.