
Thousands of illegal vaping devices, mostly from China, flooding U.S.
The influx comes despite a crackdown by the FDA and involves mostly sweet and fruity flavors that make them teens' favorites, the AP says.
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The influx comes despite a crackdown by the FDA and involves mostly sweet and fruity flavors that make them teens' favorites, the AP says.
Murphy signed the measure that moved to his desk amid a nationwide scare last year over mysterious illnesses linked to vaping.
If the governor signs the e-cigarette flavor ban, owners of vape shops like Juicy Puff in Washington Township say they're essentially out of business.
The new bill will restrict the sale of e-cigarettes in stores where children shop.
The bill is expected to go to City Council for a full vote in a couple of weeks.
About 2,100 people have gotten sick; 42 have died in the U.S., including in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware.
The American Heart Association announced a new $20 million research investment to study teen vaping on Friday.
Apple's move was applauded by groups such as the American Heart Association and the ghd Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids.
Critics say banning flavored e-cigarette sales will only push teens and adults to black-market sellers.
The state has 17 cases, including one death.
Kevin Steele filed a civil complaint in the Court of Common Pleas.
The school district is resorting to unprecedented action to combat this crisis
Philadelphia City Councilmember William Greenlee, with the support of Mayor Jim Kenney and other councilmembers, introduced legislation that would crack down on the sale of e-cigarettes to minors.
Vaping is being blamed for at least eight deaths.
Pennsylvania Health Secretary Dr. Rachel Levine is recommending people not to vape.
Governor Phil Murphy announced the recommendations from an electronic smoking device task force that he created last month.
Officials said Thursday that an individual with a history of exposure to vaping died in August after a lengthy hospitalization.
Nationwide, 13 deaths have been connected to vaping.
Officials say an adult woman from North Jersey has died.
The nation's largest retailer said Friday that it will complete its exit from e-cigarettes after selling through current inventory.
Seven people have died and the CDC expects that number to increase.
A flavoring ingredient that can potentially cause cancer has been found in high levels of e-cigarette liquids and smokeless tobacco products by researchers at Duke Health.
A series of lawsuits have been filed in New Jersey, alleging addiction and hospitalizations surrounding vaping.
The announcement comes as the Centers for Disease Control investigates more than 450 cases of vaping-related illnesses and six deaths.
If passed, New Jersey would be the first state in the nation to ban all e-cigarettes.
John Dougherty and co-defendant Brian Burrows were found guilty Thursday in their federal conspiracy and embezzlement trial.
Christmas baking season is here, and so are the kitchen cookware deals on pans, mixers, small appliances and more.
The Delaware Department of Correction said Mikel Paoletti escaped after obtaining a work pass to leave a correctional facility.
Project CASK is holding an online art auction to raise money for research into the rare genetic disorder that affects fewer than 300 people worldwide.
In one of college football's most storied rivalries, the Army-Navy game returns this weekend. But it's not in Philadelphia this year. Here's why.
John Dougherty and co-defendant Brian Burrows were found guilty Thursday in their federal conspiracy and embezzlement trial.
The Delaware Department of Correction said Mikel Paoletti escaped after obtaining a work pass to leave a correctional facility.
Project CASK is holding an online art auction to raise money for research into the rare genetic disorder that affects fewer than 300 people worldwide.
A US Marshals task force said Isaiah Tilghman escaped from a western Pennsylvania prison three days after Gino Hagenkotter climbed a fence and escaped near the Philadelphia Industrial Correctional Center.
In one of college football's most storied rivalries, the Army-Navy game returns this weekend. But it's not in Philadelphia this year. Here's why.
John Dougherty and co-defendant Brian Burrows were found guilty Thursday in their federal conspiracy and embezzlement trial.
Project CASK is holding an online art auction to raise money for research into the rare genetic disorder that affects fewer than 300 people worldwide.
A fire broke out at a rowhome on the 6300 block of Cardiff Street in Philadelphia's Mayfair neighborhood on Thursday.
A US Marshals task force said Isaiah Tilghman escaped from a western Pennsylvania prison three days after Gino Hagenkotter climbed a fence and escaped near the Philadelphia Industrial Correctional Center.
Accumulations will be fairly low, but some spots could pick up a few tenths of an inch up to half an inch western areas. Thursday's high temp will reach 43 with chills in the 30s, before temperatures rebound to the 50s Friday and Saturday.
Eugene Richardson, a member of the Tuskegee Airmen, became a pre-aviation cadet in the Army Air Corps at age 17.
Accumulations will be fairly low, but some spots could pick up a few tenths of an inch up to half an inch western areas. Thursday's high temp will reach 43 with chills in the 30s, before temperatures rebound to the 50s Friday and Saturday.
A local business owner replaced the holiday tree that was destroyed in Franklin Township, New Jersey.
The municipality of Princeton says two raccoon attacks were reported within hours of each other this week.
A water main break that caused part of Kings Highway to buckle has been fixed and the road was repaired.
The Delaware Department of Correction said Mikel Paoletti escaped after obtaining a work pass to leave a correctional facility.
Accumulations will be fairly low, but some spots could pick up a few tenths of an inch up to half an inch western areas. Thursday's high temp will reach 43 with chills in the 30s, before temperatures rebound to the 50s Friday and Saturday.
Delaware State Police posted on their X account that part of Lancaster Pike near Hercules Road was temporarily closed due to the crash.
Showers and even some snowflakes are possible Wednesday, but don't expect any accumulation.
Dress for colder weather through the middle of the week! Wind chills on Wednesday will make it feel like barely above freezing.
Project CASK is holding an online art auction to raise money for research into the rare genetic disorder that affects fewer than 300 people worldwide.
Casual dining chain faces another wrongful death suit related to its Charged Lemonade after cardiac arrest of Florida man.
With the holiday travel season upon us, a new Easterseals campaign aims to make air travel more accessible to people with disabilities.
The American Academy of Pediatrics said excessive exposure to loud noises can be detrimental to children and sound machines can cause more harm to children than previously thought.
This holiday season is extra special for a Bucks County family learning to live with a rare disease.
Holiday season preparations are already underway and events like Christmas markets, displays and Santa Claus photo ops will start soon.
The Philadelphia City Council has passed a resolution making every Friday in December "Shop Black Business Friday."
Some Christmas tree farms in the area have already closed, having sold their supply.
Retailers are pouncing on empty Bed Bath & Beyond stores - including some former locations in Massachusetts.
Customers and business owners in Media took part in the Small Business Saturday festivities by celebrating locally owned shops.
With the holiday travel season upon us, a new Easterseals campaign aims to make air travel more accessible to people with disabilities.
Before November 2023 there was no direct connection from I-295 north to Route 42 south or from 42N to I-295S.
Traffic was not moving before 7 a.m. Thursday after a crash on I-95 past Route 322.
The northbound lanes of I-95 in Philadelphia have reopened after three men were shot on the highway early Wednesday morning, Pennsylvania State Police said.
Despite rainy weather Tuesday, many drivers in Pennsylvania and New Jersey were already headed to their Thanksgiving destinations.
In one of college football's most storied rivalries, the Army-Navy game returns this weekend. But it's not in Philadelphia this year. Here's why.
In addition to Soto, the Yankees get Gold Glove center fielder Trent Grisham.
Former NFL quarterback David Carr got roasted on social media Tuesday night for his comments about Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts, saying the team should bench him for Marcus Mariota.
Joel Embiid scored a season-high 50 points and had 13 rebounds to help the Philadelphia 76ers beat the Washington Wizards 131-126 on Wednesday night.
San Francisco 49ers linebacker Dre Greenlaw says he has exchanged apologies with the Philadelphia Eagles chief security officer Dom DiSandro after a sideline dustup led to both being ejected.
On Wednesday, Swift was named Time's 2023 Person of the Year. But this popstar has humble Pennsylvania roots and a community that was rooting her on from the very beginning.
A woman has accused Sean "Diddy" Combs and two other men of gang raping her in 2003 when she was 17 years old.
Daddy Yankee, the iconic reggaeton superstar, announced his plans to focus on his faith during his final musical performance Sunday in Puerto Rico.
Dennis Laine was Paul McCartney's longtime sideman in the ex-Beatle's solo band Wings.
Norman Lear created groundbreaking shows like "All in the Family," "Maude" and "The Jeffersons" that took on serious social issues with humor.
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Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Ukee Washington reports.
A celebrity barber who worked for the Roots for more than two decades is inspiring young minds one haircut at a time at Dobbins High School in Philadelphia.
Philadelphia School District's only CTE program is helping inspire the next generation of fashion designers.
For nearly 10 years, husband and wife duo Vincent James and Joann Pierdomenico have continued their mission to help people of all ages reap the benefits of music.
Local teenagers are fighting to the top thanks to Eagles running back D'Andre Swift's father and his gym, Swift Fit.
In this week's Focusing on the Future, we met up with an Elmwood Park Zoo employee whose abilities go well beyond his contributions on the job.
CBS News Philadelphia chief investigative reporter Joe Holden breaks down the guilty verdict in the John Dougherty federal embezzlement trial.
Dougherty and co-defendant Brian Burrows were found guilty in their federal conspiracy and embezzlement trial.
John Dougherty and co-defendant Brian Burrows were found guilty Thursday in their federal conspiracy and embezzlement trial.
Sunshine returns Friday before storms Sunday night, Tammie Souza reports.
Penn's president Liz Magill has come under fire after her recent comments about antisemitism in a Congressional hearing and a follow-up video made after the hearing.