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In the battle for your TV screen, Comcast and Verizon could have new competition.
Rich Zeoli talked to Dr. William Weaver, Associate Professor of Integrated Science, Business, and Technology at La Salle University, on Talk Radio 1210 WPHT about the Federal Communication Commission's proposed net neutrality rules.
Those confusing 'Framily' plans are gone, but Sprint wants you to join its family -- if you're on one of the two big cell carriers.
Jesus Perez, says that education is a necessity in a field that "is highly specialized and is constantly changing."
Philadelphia police say they get about 100,000 calls each year related to domestic abuse -- more than 300 a day.
The program, called "Hopeline," is a joint effort among the Philadelphia local of the Fraternal Order of Police, the Philadelphia Police Department, Verizon, and the organization "Women Against Abuse."
At Veterans Memorial Family School, kids were being taught by Verizon volunteers about solar energy.
A Delaware man wanted on shoplifting charges shoved baggies of heroin down his baby's diaper when he was confronted by police, investigators said.
A case that goes before the Supreme Court today pits a web startup against broadcast companies in a fight that could shape the future of television.
Right now there is no high-def version of The Comcast Network (the former CN8) on Verizon FiOS systems. That means no Phillies or Flyers in HD when they're on TCN.
They called claiming to be with Verizon, and told him he was entitled to receive some extra cash. But something just didn't seem right. 3 On Your Side Consumer Reporter Jim Donovan tells us about one man's experience with what's being called the $54 scam.
Cable outage reports generally don't come in until the power comes back on. And, just as it is with your power company, your cable company won't know your service is out unless you report it.
Police are searching for a missing 70-year-old woman from Lower Southampton Township.
When overnight shipping just doesn't cut it, and you don't have time to stop at a store, Verizon is offering same-day delivery in Philly, with an eye on expanding to more cities.
"It's a violation of our privacy rights, our freedom of association, our due process rights," says attorney Larry Klayman, who filed the initial lawsuit.
Chris details the restraining order issued that could provide a lung for a Newtown Square girl in need of a transplant and the collapse of a building yesterday in Center City. He talks to Senator Pat Toomey and hosts a debate between Katrina Anderson of the Commonwealth Foundation and Wendell Young of the United Food and Commercial Workers Union on the privatization of Pennsylvania's state owned liquor stores.
3 On Your Side consumer reporter Jim Donovan is here to explain why your smartphone may get even more expensive.
Every time you turn around it seems that companies are increasing a fee here, boosting a bill there. And one cost may come as a surprise.
Say you're downloading 'Breaking Bad' using a torrent. That activity would be red-flagged, and your Internet provider would email or call to tell you what's wrong and point you toward legal ways to get that show.
3 On Your Side Consumer Reporter Jim Donovan tells us about a new survey that ranks the best performers for a variety of tech needs.
The nation's top law enforcement groups are pushing Congress to force cell companies to hold on to your text messages. That's raising concern among privacy groups.
The music and movie industries are teaming up with Comcast, Verizon, and several other Internet Service Providers in a push to fight piracy that's expected to take a "six strikes and you're out" approach.
Billionaire philanthropist MacKenzie Scott donates $25 million to Lincoln University, marking her second gift to the HBCU.
A man was stabbed multiple times in the neck on a Market-Frankford Line train in Center City, SEPTA police said.
TWU Local 234, the union representing 5,000 SEPTA workers, said a strike is "imminent" and could happen as early as Friday.
Three police officers credited for preventing a potential attack at the University of Delaware were honored Friday.
Police said an officer was injured in a hit-and-run, and the driver eventually crashed into a home about a mile away in North Philly.
TWU Local 234, the union representing 5,000 SEPTA workers, said a strike is "imminent" and could happen as early as Friday.
Billionaire philanthropist MacKenzie Scott donates $25 million to Lincoln University, marking her second gift to the HBCU.
It feels like midwinter in the Philadelphia region, and for a few spots, it even looks the part. Here's the NEXT Weather forecast.
A man was stabbed multiple times in the neck on a Market-Frankford Line train in Center City, SEPTA police said.
City council in Ocean City voted in favor of redeveloping the site of the shuttered Gillian's Wonderland Pier Thursday night.
Billionaire philanthropist MacKenzie Scott donates $25 million to Lincoln University, marking her second gift to the HBCU.
A man was stabbed multiple times in the neck on a Market-Frankford Line train in Center City, SEPTA police said.
TWU Local 234, the union representing 5,000 SEPTA workers, said a strike is "imminent" and could happen as early as Friday.
Police said an officer was injured in a hit-and-run, and the driver eventually crashed into a home about a mile away in North Philly.
Everyone is expected to be OK after a crash involving a Smart car and a Philadelphia police patrol vehicle, police said.
A judge ruled Menendez, the former U.S. Senator, is no longer eligible for public employment after a bribery conviction.
City council in Ocean City voted in favor of redeveloping the site of the shuttered Gillian's Wonderland Pier Thursday night.
Lumberton Township, New Jersey, Mayor Gina LaPlaca was indicted on child abuse charges Thursday, officials said.
Republican Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick said he was readying a plan that would extend the Affordable Care Act subsidies for two years.
The Burlington County Prosecutor's Office said Justford Doe and Giovanni Varanese were charged with first-degree murder and other charges for the deaths of two men on Nov. 5.
Three police officers credited for preventing a potential attack at the University of Delaware were honored Friday.
Republican Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick said he was readying a plan that would extend the Affordable Care Act subsidies for two years.
Federal prosecutors say a Delaware man, Luqmaan Khan, had plans to attack the University of Delaware police department.
The first winter storm of the season is forecast to bring a mix of snow and rain to the Delaware Valley overnight Monday into Tuesday.
The NEXT Weather team is looking ahead to snow and rain in the forecast for the Philadelphia area this week.
A new report highlights the stories of kids who have survived cancer and the importance of research funding.
A little boy from Delaware County is getting his once-in-a-lifetime wish, just in time for the holidays.
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.
Thanks to Shriners Children's Philadelphia, 11-year-old Desa Kaiser has an adaptive wheelchair that she can use for dancing.
Doctors at Main Line Health now have a new kind of robotic surgery that makes recovery quicker and easier for lung cancer patients.
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.
Amazon's Northeast Philadelphia facility expects to see about 10,000 more packages per day during the holiday peak.
The U.S. Department of Energy says it's loaning $1 billion to help finance the restart of the nuclear power plant on Pennsylvania's Three Mile Island.
Her Place Supper Club, Friday Saturday Sunday and Provenance each received a prestigious Michelin star, the first for any Philadelphia restaurants.
TWU Local 234, the union representing 5,000 SEPTA workers, said a strike is "imminent" and could happen as early as Friday.
A crash involving a tractor-trailer and a van closed I-295 north near the Route 70 exit in Cherry Hill, New Jersey, Wednesday.
Part of I-95 North in Philadelphia will be closed overnight this week for roadwork.
Road and sidewalk closures are coming to Logan Circle in Philadelphia so crews can make improvements.
A new traffic pattern will be in place around the Philadelphia Sports Complex on Black Friday after the Eagles-Bears game.
The 2026 Men's World Cup will be held across the United States, Canada and Mexico next summer.
Rookie VJ Edgecombe and Tyrese Maxey each made huge plays in the final seconds as the Philadelphia 76ers beat the short-handed Golden State Warriors.
Jalen Carter is considered week to week after undergoing procedures on both shoulders on Monday, a league source confirms.
Jordan Mailata has been selected as the Philadelphia Eagles' nominee for the 2025 Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Award.
Travis Konecny, Noah Cates and Bobby Brink each had a goal and an assist, and the Philadelphia Flyers beat the Sabres 5-2 for their fourth win in five games.
Netflix on Friday said it will acquire Warner Bros., including its film and television studios, HBO Max and HBO.
Pennsylvania is investing nearly $50 million into the production of season 2 of the HBO Delco crime drama series "Task."
Mechanicsburg native and comedian Shane Gillis will play the largest headline show of his career at the Linc in July 2026.
Donald Glover, who performs under the moniker Childish Gambino, revealed he suffered a stroke last year, which forced him to cancel his tour.
"Task," the Delaware County crime drama series, will return for a second season, HBO announced Thursday.
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.
Sources say police were attempting to tow a female suspect's car when she backed the vehicle into a PPD car and then into the officer and fled the scene. The driver then crashed into a home about a mile away. CBS Philadelphia's Dan Snyder reports.
Reporter Ray Strickland spoke with the three officers who say they’re grateful for the recognition but that they were just doing their job.
Joe Holden has the latest on what's next for Gillian's Wonderland Pier.
Anchor Ukee Washington reports from Rittenhouse Square.
Transport Workers Union Local 234, which has been working without a contract since Nov. 7, represents 5,000 SEPTA subway, trolley and bus operators and mechanics