House passes short-term funding plan to avert government shutdown
The House voted to keep government agencies funded until at least Jan. 19 in a bipartisan vote.
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The House voted to keep government agencies funded until at least Jan. 19 in a bipartisan vote.
The approach is unusual for a stopgap spending bill. Usually, lawmakers extend funding until a certain date for all programs.
A 45-day funding bill will keep the U.S. government running until Nov. 17
House Speaker Kevin McCarthy dropped his demands for steep spending cuts and relied on votes from across the aisle in order to get the bill passed.
The spending bill failed to win over a group of Republicans opposed to a short-term funding deal.
Siafa Lewis has the latest on the potential plans to find a solution ahead of the federal government facing a shutdown.
We are just four days away from a possible government shutdown that could impact the ability of millions of Americans to put food on the table.
If Congress can't pass a government funding bill by 11:59 p.m. Saturday, then the government will shut down.
The House is expected to vote on four of 12 funding bills Tuesday night in an effort to keep the government open.
Members from both parties are not optimistic about reaching an agreement to avoid a government shutdown.
A majority of Democrats and a majority of Republicans voted in favor of the Fiscal Responsibility Act.
If an agreement isn't reached to prevent the United States from defaulting on its debt, the country could descend into economic disarray, affecting millions of Americans from investors to Social Security beneficiaries.
How could a 145-year-old change to the US Constitution that gave citizenship to former slaves serve as a path out of the debt ceiling drama? Government officials and legal authorities are divided over whether it does.
Millions of Social Security recipients "need to be very careful" about spending because payments could be delayed, one expert said.
The panel's seven Democrats and two Republicans voted unanimously to adopt its final report and urge the Justice Department to prosecute Trump.
Elected officials have until Friday to come to an agreement.
Three District Attorneys and the Pennsylvania State Police will announce findings of a grand jury investigation into smoke shops.
Eagles greats Michael Vick and DeSean Jackson bring a spotlight to HBCUs in a historic showdown at Lincoln Financial Field.
Matt Rhule has reportedly signed a contract extension that will keep him at Nebraska through at least 2030.
Rain, wind and thunderstorms are expected in the Philadelphia area Thursday.
Blue Jays right-handed pitcher Trey Yesavage, who went to Boyertown Area High School, struck out a record 12 batters in Game 5 of the World Series vs. the Dodgers.
If the federal government shutdown continues, there will be a pause in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits come Saturday, Nov. 1.
Three District Attorneys and the Pennsylvania State Police will announce findings of a grand jury investigation into smoke shops.
Eagles greats Michael Vick and DeSean Jackson bring a spotlight to HBCUs in a historic showdown at Lincoln Financial Field.
Pierre Robert, the longtime radio host on 93.3 WMMR in Philadelphia, has died, the Beasley Media Group said Wednesday.
About one year after evidence was sent to a Texas lab for DNA analysis, DA Jennifer Schorn discussed the 1962 murder of 9-year-old Carol Ann Dougherty.
Three District Attorneys and the Pennsylvania State Police will announce findings of a grand jury investigation into smoke shops.
Eagles greats Michael Vick and DeSean Jackson bring a spotlight to HBCUs in a historic showdown at Lincoln Financial Field.
Blue Jays right-handed pitcher Trey Yesavage, who went to Boyertown Area High School, struck out a record 12 batters in Game 5 of the World Series vs. the Dodgers.
Crews are battling a fire at an auto shop in Frankford Wednesday night, the Philadelphia Fire Department said.
The police department in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, says the program is meant to help interactions between officers and drivers go smoothly.
Many food pantries in the Philadelphia region said they're serving more people now than at the height of the pandemic amid the government shutdown.
Giggles and smiles from 2-year-old Taim Ahmad are lighting up the playroom at the Ronald McDonald House in Camden, New Jersey.
An Atlantic City police officer is being praised for his bravery after diving into chilly bay waters to save an injured dog.
SNAP benefits could stop Nov. 1 leading to a need of volunteers and donations at food banks and organizations.
Cathedral Kitchen in Camden, New Jersey, has broken its record for most meals in a day, and could break that record again if SNAP is not funded.
SNAP benefits could stop Nov. 1 leading to a need of volunteers and donations at food banks and organizations.
Gov. Matt Meyer says Delaware should have enough money to fund SNAP benefits in the state through November.
Here's a list of resources for SNAP recipients who are at risk of not receiving benefits in the Delaware Valley come Nov. 1.
Expect a pleasant and seasonable Sunday with sunshine returning by the afternoon and highs in the upper 50s to low 60s.
A Delaware bus driver died after a crash in a school parking lot, police say.
Giggles and smiles from 2-year-old Taim Ahmad are lighting up the playroom at the Ronald McDonald House in Camden, New Jersey.
A desperate family turned to the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, where the team created a first-of-its-kind intervention.
LVHM is moving to drop UnitedHealthcare beginning in January, claiming United has been paying less than its negotiated rates.
A growing number of people are turning to medical marijuana instead of opioids for pain control.
The company voluntarily issued the recall on September 23.
Steve DeFrank, chairman of the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission, says there's a right way and a wrong way when it comes to data centers.
The beloved Delaware County pizza spot is moving to a new location in Broomall.
The company voluntarily issued the recall on September 23.
The next generation of business owners showed off their passions during the NOMO Foundation's Small Business Expo in West Philadelphia.
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Philadelphia International Airport air traffic controllers are working without pay as the government shutdown stretches into its fourth week.
A spokesperson said there's no indication SEPTA will be ordered to shut down Regional Rail service for failing to meet the deadline.
The Philadelphia City Council just passed a bill that paves the way for the city to move forward with its bike lane safety project.
SEPTA is delaying several purchases and projects because of its ongoing funding crisis.
A crash on I-76 eastbound in Conshohocken, Pennsylvania, is slowing down traffic Thursday morning.
Eagles greats Michael Vick and DeSean Jackson bring a spotlight to HBCUs in a historic showdown at Lincoln Financial Field.
Matt Rhule has reportedly signed a contract extension that will keep him at Nebraska through at least 2030.
Blue Jays right-handed pitcher Trey Yesavage, who went to Boyertown Area High School, struck out a record 12 batters in Game 5 of the World Series vs. the Dodgers.
NBA Hall of Famer and former Philadelphia 76er Charles Barkley is bringing a new steakhouse and cigar lounge to Valley Forge Casino Resort in King of Prussia.
Longtime KYW Newsradio anchor Harry Donahue died Wednesday after a bout with cancer, Audacy announced. He was 77 years old.
June Lockhart, the actor best known for her role as the matriarch in the TV series "Lassie", has died, her family spokesperson said Saturday.
From Friday through Sunday, Philly has an action-packed lineup of events just waiting for you to attend. Here's what you'll want to check out this weekend.
The legendary rockers will play on July 7, 9, 12 and 14 in New York City -- before heading to Edinburgh, Scotland; Dublin and London.
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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.
Former Philadelphia Eagles teammates Michael Vick and DeSean Jackson will be on opposite sidelines when Vick's Norfolk State Spartans kick off against Jackson's Delaware State Hornets at Lincoln Financial Field Thursday night.
SEPTA doesn't believe it will make Friday's deadline to inspect its Silverliner IV railcars, but hasn't received any indication the Federal Railroad Administration will order it to shut down Regional Rail service for failing to meet the deadline, a spokesperson said Monday. Jim Donovan has your morning headlines with weather from Meteorologist Kate Bilo.
Want to cover yourself in the scent of a barbecue grill? A new product collab from former Eagle Jason Kelce and charcoal maker Kingsford is called "Slow Burn," and it smells like an afternoon spent over the coals.
A storm will bring whipping winds to the Philadelphia region on Thursday, with heavier winds at the Jersey Shore. Rainfall totals could be as high as 3 inches once the storm is over. Meteorologist Kate Bilo has your latest forecast.
Thursday's stormy weather is causing erosion and high waves at the Jersey Shore beaches. Brandon Goldner reports live from Strathmere, New Jersey.