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.
Martin Truex Sr., the father of former NASCAR champion Martin Truex Jr., has died, according to a statement from his sons.
A suspected burglar hit Termini Brothers Bakery on Packer Avenue in South Philadelphia late Thursday night.
Bobby Brink and Travis Konecny scored in the third period, and the Philadelphia Flyers beat the New Jersey Devils 3-1.
The Montgomery County DA's Office announced Friday they're offering a $5,000 reward for information that leads to the arrest of 39-year-old Vernon Hatchett.
The 2025 People's March is set to get underway at 11:30 a.m. and temporary road closures and parking restrictions have been implemented.
Martin Truex Sr., the father of former NASCAR champion Martin Truex Jr., has died, according to a statement from his sons.
A suspected burglar hit Termini Brothers Bakery on Packer Avenue in South Philadelphia late Thursday night.
Bobby Brink and Travis Konecny scored in the third period, and the Philadelphia Flyers beat the New Jersey Devils 3-1.
Who says you have to stay inside this winter? Bundle up and head out this weekend to one of the many events happening in the Philadelphia area.
If you want to eat like the 1980 Philadelphia Eagles, head to the Historical Society of Pennsylvania.
The Montgomery County DA's Office announced Friday they're offering a $5,000 reward for information that leads to the arrest of 39-year-old Vernon Hatchett.
The 2025 People's March is set to get underway at 11:30 a.m. and temporary road closures and parking restrictions have been implemented.
PennDOT said the salt barns are fully stocked and the trucks are ready to go come Sunday morning.
Five city councilmembers shared with CBS News Philadelphia how they found out about the new Sixers arena plans being scrapped and what lessons they've since learned.
A jury found 84-year-old David Zandstra not guilty in the 1975 cold case murder of 8-year-old Gretchen Harrington of Broomall.
Martin Truex Sr., the father of former NASCAR champion Martin Truex Jr., has died, according to a statement from his sons.
Nearly two years ago heavy flames tore through a home in Camden where Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. once stayed. That home is now being transformed.
Who says you have to stay inside this winter? Bundle up and head out this weekend to one of the many events happening in the Philadelphia area.
Absecon police say a man falsely confessed to a hit-and-run in which his son was driving.
The American Cancer Society's annual trend report is out with some mixed results.
After President Biden gave his farewell address, friends and neighbors in Delaware reflected on his legacy.
Rev. Dr. John Moore of Dover Christian Church in Delaware has memorized more than a dozen of civil rights icon Martin Luther King Jr.'s speeches.
A car crashed into St. John African Methodist Church in New Castle County early Monday morning.
A child has died after a house fire in Camden Wyoming, Delaware, fire officials say.
Looking ahead to the Saturday snow chance, it's less likely that snow lovers will get a big dumping of snow out of this one.
The American Cancer Society's annual trend report is out with some mixed results.
The Department of Environmental Protection is urging radon testing as Pennsylvania is one of the most radon-prone states in the U.S.
The red food dye is used in products ranging from candies to vegetarian meats.
A Bucks County woman is speaking out after her insurance company decided to no longer cover weight loss drugs.
The death risk goes up to 1 in 100 for those who drink alcohol nine times per week, the report found.
Workers at the Pennsylvania Avenue Whole Foods store in Philadelphia are trying to join the United Food and Commercial Workers Local 1776.
Retail department store chain Kohl's announced Thursday it would close 27 stores in 2025, with 10 stores to be shuttered in California and 17 others across 14 states.
The Macy's location on Market Street in Philadelphia is set to close sometime in March.
The Philadelphia Auto Show roars back in 2025 with many electric vehicles and classic cars at the Pennsylvania Convention Center.
With the decision by President Biden to block the sale, Pittsburgh-area elected officials made their thoughts known.
The 2025 People's March is set to get underway at 11:30 a.m. and temporary road closures and parking restrictions have been implemented.
The scam comes just weeks after the Pennsylvania Turnpike's switch to open road tolling.
Meet newly retired Jackie Pettyjohn, who made history as SEPTA's first female train engineer.
Surveillance video captured the shocking moment the road folded beneath the SEPTA bus in Philadelphia's Hunting Park neighborhood.
Throughout the Philadelphia region, crews are working to make sure the roads and highways are prepped ahead of the snow.
Martin Truex Sr., the father of former NASCAR champion Martin Truex Jr., has died, according to a statement from his sons.
Bobby Brink and Travis Konecny scored in the third period, and the Philadelphia Flyers beat the New Jersey Devils 3-1.
The Dallas Cowboys have completed a virtual interview with Philadelphia offensive coordinator Kellen Moore in the first formal step in the search to replace former coach Mike McCarthy.
Allan Wylie, a freshman sports communication major at Rowan University in New Jersey, is a color commentator for the Delaware Blue Coats of the NBA G League.
If you want to eat like the 1980 Philadelphia Eagles, head to the Historical Society of Pennsylvania.
Who says you have to stay inside this winter? Bundle up and head out this weekend to one of the many events happening in the Philadelphia area.
David Lynch has died at the age of 78, his family announced.
Bob Uecker was the voice of his hometown Milwaukee Brewers who after a short playing career earned the moniker "Mr. Baseball" and honors from the Hall of Fame.
Red Rum Theater in Center City is offering a "Sex in the City" parody for fans of the beloved rom-dram TV series.
Sam Moore, who influenced musicians including Michael Jackson, Al Green and Bruce Springsteen, was inducted with Dave Prater into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1992.
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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 winter storm is on the way. Meteorologist Andrew Kozak is in the Hyundai NEXT Weather Sphere.
With snow coming to the Philadelphia region this weekend, it's best to stay off the roads. CBS News Philadelphia was at a ShopRite in Brooklawn, New Jersey, checking in with shoppers to see how they were preparing for the storm and what comfort foods they were looking to snag before the snow.
Saturday is the calm before the winter storm. Our NEXT Weather team is tracking heavy snow for Sunday, followed by frigid temperatures into the latter half of next week. PennDOT crews are keeping a close eye on South Philadelphia as the Eagles get ready to take on the LA Rams at Lincoln Financial Field. PennDOT said crews are not only ready to mobilize and retreat the roads, but they will adjust their response based on the snow accumulation. Jan Carabeo has your latest morning headlines.
The rush picked up throughout the day on Friday at Stanley's Hardware in Roxborough as neighbors prepared for Sunday's winter weather. The store's manager said it is stocked and ready to go with snowstorm essentials like ice melt and snow shovels.
Saturday will be cloudy with scattered showers throughout the Philadelphia region. NEXT Weather Meteorologist Tammie Souza has your latest weekend forecast this Martin Luther King Jr. weekend.