Recession May Increase Child Abuse
Head trauma in children has been on the rise in recent years which may add to previous research which links an increase in child abuse during times of economic instability.
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Head trauma in children has been on the rise in recent years which may add to previous research which links an increase in child abuse during times of economic instability.
A local staffing expert explains the challenges of the market for 20-somethings and what they might be able to do to overcome them.
Chris talks to Steve Cordasco on Finance Friday about unemployment and inflation. He talks to New Jersey State Senate Candidate and Olympic Medalist Carl Lewis about the controversey surrounding his campaign and to CBS 3's Beasley Reece about Michael Vick's return to Atlanta.
The US Census Bureau reports that in 2010, more than 46 million people were living in poverty -- an increase of 3 million in just one year, and a 27-year high.
The president has a jobs bill that he promises "will put people to work," mainly school teachers, construction workers, and law enforcement officials.
If you're looking for work, Indeed is the most comprehensive search engine for jobs -- and there's an app for that!
Millions of unemployed Americans pay for health insurance offered by their old companies thru Cobra, and the federal government has been helping pay those premiums as part of the federal stimulus act. But that assistance ends September 1st.
Employers added 117,000 jobs last month -- more than expected, but not good enough according to Gary Witt at Temple University's business school.
A local makeover contest is being held to help 100 unemployed women look their best to boost their confidence when interviewing for a job.
A local recruiter has some advice for area Lockheed Martin workers who may find themselves unemployed soon after the company announced plans to lay off more than 12-hundred workers, many of them in the Philadelphia area.
Governor Corbett has signed a bill sent to his desk Friday that will allow 45-thousand Pennsylvanians to receive another 13 weeks of federally-funded unemployment compensation benefits.
The state lost about 400 jobs in May, according to the latest figures from the state Labor Department. That doesn't sound like much, but it ended three straight months of growth in the Garden State.
Troy Yokum has been on the road for over a year now. He has hiked through the desert, across the mountains, and over thousands of miles of highway, all in effort to raise funds for his fellow war veterans.
With a deadline looming, state lawmakers are still trying to agree on legislation that would preserve federal unemployment benefits for thousands of Pennsylvanians.
Federal labor officials say Latino workers suffer workplace injuries and deaths on the job at a higher rate than all other workers combined.
The up and down employment picture in this country is down again. But one local economic expert suggests it's not time to panic... yet.
Unemployment rates in the US are high for non-veterans, but they're even higher for veterans returning from Iraq and Afghanistan.
Chris talks to Steve Cordasco on Finance Friday, CBS 3's Beasley Reece about Kevin Kolb, and Kansas Secretary of State, Kris Kobach about illegal immigration.
New Jersey businesses would be spared a sudden major boost in the unemployment tax under legislation that calls for it to be phased in to help restore the state's depleted unemployment insurance fund.
Graduation marks a rite of passage for college students about to enter the working world, but the transition can be a difficult one.
The Bureau of Labor Statistics lists the fastest growing occupations by 2018 for high school graduates and beyond.
According to a report released by the American Journal of Public Health, the overall suicide rate rises and falls in connection with the economy.
The nationwide unemployment rate took a dip last month to just under nine percent but the news is even better in the Philadelphia suburbs where the jobless rates are far below the national average.
The latest jobless numbers in the Garden State present what could best be called a mixed message.
The United Way of Pennsylvania is putting out some numbers on the effect of the bad economy on social service organizations and their clients.
Two people were taken to the hospital after a large tree fell onto two cars on Belmont Avenue in Bala Cynwyd Friday.
North Wildwood police say a man drowned in the ocean near Second Avenue on Wednesday.
A crash involving at least two cars is slowing traffic on I-95 South near Allegheny Avenue.
Ed Sheeran is set to take the stage in Philadelphia for the first stop on his tour since Macklemore was dropped from the lineup over pro-Palestinian comments.
The shooting happened around 7:20 a.m. Friday at the convenience store at the corner of Route 37 and Garfield Avenue, prosecutors said.
Two people were taken to the hospital after a large tree fell onto two cars on Belmont Avenue in Bala Cynwyd Friday.
North Wildwood police say a man drowned in the ocean near Second Avenue on Wednesday.
Philadelphia police launched an exhaustive investigation into the disappearance of Amy McHale, Raymond Horsch's ex-wife.
A crash involving at least two cars is slowing traffic on I-95 South near Allegheny Avenue.
Ed Sheeran is set to take the stage in Philadelphia for the first stop on his tour since Macklemore was dropped from the lineup over pro-Palestinian comments.
Two people were taken to the hospital after a large tree fell onto two cars on Belmont Avenue in Bala Cynwyd Friday.
A crash involving at least two cars is slowing traffic on I-95 South near Allegheny Avenue.
Ed Sheeran is set to take the stage in Philadelphia for the first stop on his tour since Macklemore was dropped from the lineup over pro-Palestinian comments.
Friday will start on the humid side, but as temps climb into the low-mid 80s, the decreasing humidity will make for a nice day.
Sher-Rockee Mushroom Farms in Upper Oxford Township is fighting back with a new way to keep phorid flies away from its crops.
North Wildwood police say a man drowned in the ocean near Second Avenue on Wednesday.
The shooting happened around 7:20 a.m. Friday at the convenience store at the corner of Route 37 and Garfield Avenue, prosecutors said.
Friday will start on the humid side, but as temps climb into the low-mid 80s, the decreasing humidity will make for a nice day.
Circle S: Second Chance Ranch in Sicklerville also has its own nonprofit to support its rescue mission and give back to the community.
Gig's grandchildren say he's "synonymous with the tramcar" he drove for decades on the Wildwood boardwalk.
Friday will start on the humid side, but as temps climb into the low-mid 80s, the decreasing humidity will make for a nice day.
Today looks warm and noticeably more humid in the Philadelphia region, with highs reaching the mid-80s but feeling like the upper 80s.
Another beautiful September day is underway Wednesday in the Philadelphia region.
Tuesday will bring plenty of sunshine, low humidity and light winds in the Philadelphia region, all ingredients to spend time outside.
Concerns are growing in Wilmington, Delaware, after separate shootings over the weekend left two people dead, including a teen.
Health officials in Philadelphia are warning about possible measles exposures in the CHOP NICU.
An 18-year-old from Mifflin County has died from measles-related complications, Pennsylvania health officials said.
The Philadelphia Eagles' cheerleading squad has nine new members, including a Jefferson Health cardiac ICU nurse and three other healthcare professionals.
A 40-year-old woman died on Saturday from complications associated with measles, the coroner reported.
Four vaccinated people in Pennsylvania have contracted measles, health officials say.
New Jersey floral designer Alisha Simone Bell said she puts her "whole heart" into every arrangement and every detail.
On Tuesday, Pennsylvania took a major step in the fight against the negative impacts of social media, particularly on children.
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
Two people were taken to the hospital after a large tree fell onto two cars on Belmont Avenue in Bala Cynwyd Friday.
A crash involving at least two cars is slowing traffic on I-95 South near Allegheny Avenue.
Drivers will start getting tickets for parking in Smart Loading Zones without registering.
A man on a motorcycle was launched from a highway overpass near 2nd and Callowhill streets on Monday night, police say.
SEPTA has resumed service on three Regional Rail lines after downed Amtrak wires caused a suspension on Monday.
The Phillies beat the Mets 3-0 Thursday night to tie the Cubs for the top NL wild card.
South Jersey athletes, Mount Holly native 9-year-old Demtrius Vanderpoel and Haddon Township native 14-year-old Alyssa Mattiacci, are in the running for the Youth Athlete of the Year title.
With Jesús Luzardo on the injured list, the Phillies on Thursday claimed veteran José Urquidy off waivers from the White Sox
Zack Wheeler tossed seven scoreless innings and the Phillies drew a season-high 13 walks in a 3-0 win over the Nationals
Pinch-hitter Daylen Lile hit a tie-breaking three-run homer in the seventh inning, and the Washington Nationals defeated the Philadelphia Phillies 6-3.
Crews are setting up for Ed Sheeran's concert at Lincoln Financial Field this weekend amid a controversy over Macklemore's recent comments.
Aaron Rowe, Beoga, Lukas Graham and Finneas all released statements Tuesday on Instagram saying they were withdrawing from Ed Sheeran's tour.
Performer Macklemore is being dropped from Ed Sheeran's Loop tour after making on-stage statements that some found controversial.
The Philadelphia Eagles' cheerleading squad has nine new members, including a Jefferson Health cardiac ICU nurse and three other healthcare professionals.
The Landmark Ritz Five movie theater in Philadelphia's Old City neighborhood has reopened after a brief closure.
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.
If you have outdoor plans this weekend, Saturday is the day to prioritize them. Kate Bilo has the forecast.
Philadelphia police are preparing for Ed Sheeran's concert at Lincoln Financial Field scheduled to go on Saturday night.
Eagles fans aren't the only ones flying to Nashville this weekend. Wakisha Bailey reports.
An F-16 fighter jet crashed near a residential area in Grand Traverse County, Michigan.
An Islamic civil rights group is demanding answers ahead of Ed Sheeran’s Philadelphia show after Macklemore was dropped from the lineup following pro-Palestinian comments. Kate Bilo has the forecast.