Pa. House Again Votes To Restore Mandatory Minimum Sentences
A bill to address the courts' concerns and restore mandatory minimum sentences for a number of violent crimes and drug trafficking offenses passed the House Wednesday.
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A bill to address the courts' concerns and restore mandatory minimum sentences for a number of violent crimes and drug trafficking offenses passed the House Wednesday.
Perzel pled guilty to theft and other offenses in a scheme to use taxpayer resources to develop computer software for political purposes.
More than 200 seniors from schools all over the county were honored Wednesday night at the 19th annual Best of the Class Awards.
Community College of Philadelphia plans a big expansion of its Automotive Technology Program, thanks to a benefactor who sold the parcel to the school at a bargain basement price.
The Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals ruled 8 to 3 this week that the 1964 Civil Rights Act protects LGBT employees from workplace discrimination.
The average Philadelphia commuter spends more than 31 minutes behind the wheel.
Jewish students carried out a 2,000-year-old tradition as they recreated the Passover Seder ahead of next week's holiday.
The Philadelphia Eagles and Axalta Coating Systems invited this year's All-Pro Teacher of the Year and some of his students to show off their engineering prowess Wednesday at Lincoln Financial Field.
Property owners and towing companies are asking that a new law protecting car owners be overturned.
Without any Democratic votes, a state House committee has advanced a Republican budget plan, one that spends less than the budget offered by Governor Wolf, and does not call for tax increases.
One of Philadelphia's historic school buildings is getting a multi-million dollar facelift.
In announcing he'll vote against ending debate on President Trump's Supreme Court nominee, Senator Chris Coons gives Democrats the magic number to prevent Neil Gorsuch from getting a full yea or nay.
The PUC sent a letter last week to Pennsylvania's congressional delegation to urge them to push for continued funding for LIHEAP and Weatherization Assistance Programs.
'Ghost in the Shell' is forever stopping in its tracks to give way to a gunfight.
SEPTA officials released an audit on the first six months of the initiative -- and how they can make it better.
On Sunday night, Staley won an NCAA National Championship as the head coach of the South Carolina women's basketball team.
Twelve-thousand people laced up their shoes Sunday morning for an annual run celebrating the lives saved through organ donations.
Ride-share services are costing taxi companies income, but any attempt to make it up with higher fares could doom them.
There are fewer people at the IRS to do audits -- but computers have taken over and an audit is still a real possibility.
New Jersey Transit is teaming up with the Army to help veterans find a job after their service to the nation.
A state Senate panel has advanced legislation intended to stop organ transplant agencies from discriminating against people with disabilities.
If a recent Senate hearing is any indication, many state lawmakers remain skeptical of Governor Wolf's proposal to consolidate four state departments into one new department.
Final touches are being put on the Museum of the American Revolution in Old City. It opens to the public on April 19.
Wine and Cupcakes is the pairing of the month at Penns Woods Winery.
After hiring an outside company to provide the updates, KYW has launched its own Philadelphia traffic center.
CVS said the pharmacy chain cannot vaccinate those even with a prescription in Massachusetts, Nevada and New Mexico due to state laws and regulations.
A judge granted a temporary injunction, preventing SEPTA from enacting further planned cuts to the transit system, including Regional Rail cuts and fare hikes set to take effect next week.
Caseem Wongus is receiving recognition from the Phillies for his heroic actions on the night of the Northeast Philly plane crash in January 2025.
Whether you're about to throw something on the grill for a BBQ or simply enjoy the long holiday weekend, here's a list of things to do in the Philadelphia region.
A Philadelphia group is collecting plants to bring to CHOP patients.
CVS said the pharmacy chain cannot vaccinate those even with a prescription in Massachusetts, Nevada and New Mexico due to state laws and regulations.
A judge granted a temporary injunction, preventing SEPTA from enacting further planned cuts to the transit system, including Regional Rail cuts and fare hikes set to take effect next week.
Caseem Wongus is receiving recognition from the Phillies for his heroic actions on the night of the Northeast Philly plane crash in January 2025.
Some SEPTA bus routes are being restored as the transit agency faces a budget deficit of more than $200 million.
Whether you're about to throw something on the grill for a BBQ or simply enjoy the long holiday weekend, here's a list of things to do in the Philadelphia region.
A judge granted a temporary injunction, preventing SEPTA from enacting further planned cuts to the transit system, including Regional Rail cuts and fare hikes set to take effect next week.
Caseem Wongus is receiving recognition from the Phillies for his heroic actions on the night of the Northeast Philly plane crash in January 2025.
Whether you're about to throw something on the grill for a BBQ or simply enjoy the long holiday weekend, here's a list of things to do in the Philadelphia region.
A Philadelphia group is collecting plants to bring to CHOP patients.
Delaware County officials say an employee found a large amount of dead fish and a sheen on the water in the Chester Creek West Branch.
New Jersey government agencies are urging precautions against the mosquito-borne illness after multiple positive cases in humans.
Cars packed the roadways Thursday evening as families headed to the Jersey Shore for Labor Day weekend.
PATCO trains between Philadelphia and New Jersey will stop running overnight on weekdays for six months starting Monday, officials say.
The Wildwoods Boardwalk Friday Night Fireworks in New Jersey has been canceled this week because of the impacts of Hurricane Erin.
The Federal Aviation Administration lifted a full ground stop at the New Jersey airport, but many flights are still delayed.
Fifth grader Trey Harrison, who was critically injured in a car crash five months ago, is finally heading home from the hospital.
Former employees at Currie Hair, Skin & Nails are demanding answers and unpaid wages following the sudden closure of the salon chain.
For thousands of students and parents in the Philadelphia region, Monday was a day of big smiles and bigger memories.
Actor Aubrey Plaza wore a shirt that says "Philly is a women's sports town" at a WNBA game in Brooklyn.
Two Philadelphia-area public schools made the top 25, with several more in the Top 500 on U.S. News' annual rankings.
A Philadelphia group is collecting plants to bring to CHOP patients.
New Jersey government agencies are urging precautions against the mosquito-borne illness after multiple positive cases in humans.
Millions of strangers are wrapped up in Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's engagement. The question is why? Here's the psychology of parasocial relationships.
Cancer survivors, doctors and advocates are calling on Congress to protect cancer research funding from cuts by President Trump.
Philadelphia Phillies ace Zack Wheeler is set to have surgery for thoracic outlet syndrome. A surgeon explains the procedure.
Former employees at Currie Hair, Skin & Nails are demanding answers and unpaid wages following the sudden closure of the salon chain.
Businesses along the boardwalk in Ocean City are hoping for nice weather and lots of foot traffic this Labor Day weekend.
The Lansdowne Theater, a historic landmark, is making a grand return for its next act for the first time in almost four decades.
Some Reading Terminal Market vendors fear the SEPTA service cuts could leave both their employees and customers stranded.
Pennsylvania recently launched an online application for pardons, becoming one of the first states to digitize the process for people seeking to clear their record of criminal convictions.
A judge granted a temporary injunction, preventing SEPTA from enacting further planned cuts to the transit system, including Regional Rail cuts and fare hikes set to take effect next week.
Cars packed the roadways Thursday evening as families headed to the Jersey Shore for Labor Day weekend.
PATCO trains between Philadelphia and New Jersey will stop running overnight on weekdays for six months starting Monday, officials say.
Some SEPTA bus routes are being restored as the transit agency faces a budget deficit of more than $200 million.
With more SEPTA service cuts slated for after Labor Day, the Archdiocese of Philadelphia says thousands of families will be impacted.
Kyle Schwarber is the first Phillie to hit four home runs in a game since Hall of Fame third baseman Mike Schmidt did it in 1976.
Staley, who has coached South Carolina to three national championships, interviewed with the Knicks before they hired Mike Brown.
Parsons said in a statement that it is a sad day and that he never wanted this chapter of his life to end; however,"not everything was under my control."
The Philadelphia Eagles on Thursday signed Britain Covey, Marcus Epps and Luke Felix-Fualalo to their practice squad.
The Philadelphia Eagles will wear their Kelly Green jerseys three times in 2025, all coming against NFC East opponents.
Whether you're about to throw something on the grill for a BBQ or simply enjoy the long holiday weekend, here's a list of things to do in the Philadelphia region.
Pop star Sabrina Carpenter spoke exclusively to "CBS Mornings" co-host Gayle King about her new album, "Man's Best Friend," her songwriting process and more.
Fans have been eager to learn everything they can ever since Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce announced their engagement in a joint post.
Philadelphia's Kimmel Center will host the 2025 Michelin Northeast Cities reveal in November.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce announced the news of their engagement with photos on Instagram.
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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.
As the day goes on, we are seeing more and more people getting into town. Everyone Ryan Hughes spoke to says they feel like summer flew by, so they are trying to hold on to this weather for as long as they can. Sea Isle is hosting several cool events this weekend.
As summer comes to close, fall allergies will be kicking in soon. Doctors say now is the time to get ahead of the symptoms before the ragweed levels get high. Stephanie Stahl reports more on the allergy prevention strategy.
This Sunday marks International Overdose Awareness Day. It’s when communities gather to remember those lost to substance use and to support the families left behind. Madeleine Wright introduces a family from Lower Chichester that’s turning their grief into action.
Meteorologist Tammie Souza has the latest forecast.
Officials with the Pennsylvania Turnpike said there's going to be more cars on the road than there were in 2024, this Labor Day weekend. Turnpike officials also said a whopping estimated 3 million drivers will use the turnpike during the holiday weekend.