Pennsylvania SNAP recipients should receive payments by end of week
The government shutdown is over, but many people in Pennsylvania are still waiting for their food assistance benefits.
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The government shutdown is over, but many people in Pennsylvania are still waiting for their food assistance benefits.
According to officials with the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, SNAP recipients should receive their full November benefits by the weekend.
The historic 1702 Great Bell at Christ Church in Old City was allegedly vandalized last week.
Vandals targeted the Great Bell at Christ Church in Philadelphia's Old City neighborhood, leading to church leaders looking for new ways to protect the Liberty Bell's older cousin. CBS News Philadelphia's Madeleine Wright reports.
Already short on Regional Rail cars due to mandatory inspections ordered by the federal government, signal issues on SEPTA Regional rail led to even more canceled and delayed trains Thursday morning. The agency said it gets riders' concerns and pledged to meet Friday's extended deadline to have all of its Silverliner IV railcars inspected.
The crash happened on I-95 southbound Thursday morning.
Two police officers were involved in a crash on I-95 southbound while heading to the "Camp Out for Hunger" food drive event at Xfinity Mobile Arena on Thursday morning.
Dry weather is expected through the end of the week in the Philadelphia region, but breezy conditions will continue on Thursday.
Herr's is honoring America's 250th birthday with 3 new sets of potato chips flavors: freedom, liberty and unity. The winners will be released in June 2026 ahead of the nation's 250th Independence Day.
Officials say the pilot made a rough landing in a field Wednesday afternoon.
The holiday escape, inside the Walnut Garden, features twinkling lights, Santa photo ops, festive food and drinks and more.
The man told police his dog jumped on his shotgun and it went off after he set the gun down on his bed.
Former Famous Dave's CEO is planning to buy 10 of the shuttered restaurants.
Officials say someone cracked the mounting on the bell after throwing paver stones at it.
The light show opens next Thursday and runs nightly with shows every 30 minutes.
Police believe the theft at Good Shepherd Memorial Mausoleum in Plains Township happened between Nov. 1 and Nov. 6.
Philadelphia-area nonprofit leaders say they're relieved Pennsylvania lawmakers passed a budget but frustrated it took so long.
TWU Local 234, SEPTA's largest union, plans to have a strike authorization vote Sunday after its contract expired last week.
Philadelphia-area nonprofit leaders say they're relieved Pennsylvania lawmakers have passed a budget, but many are frustrated by the long delay.
SEPTA canceled 22 Regional Rail trains for Thursday and Friday as the Philadelphia-based transit authority continues to inspect railcars to comply with a federal deadline.
Confusion continues surrounding food benefits for millions of Americans. Right now, most recipients in Pennsylvania have not received their November benefits.
The fate of SNAP is back in the hands of Congress as legislators try to end the shutdown after the Supreme Court extended the order Tuesday that allows the Trump administration to withhold SNAP funds.
Gov. Josh Shapiro signed a $50 billion spending package to end a four-month budget stalemate that has held up billions for public schools and social services.
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro signed a roughly $50 billion budget passed by the commonwealth's General Assembly that will get money flowing to public schools and social services again after months of delay.
A 53-year-old man was shot in Shillington, Pennsylvania, after his dog accidentally caused a shotgun he was cleaning to go off, police said.
The Philadelphia Flyers have set a franchise record by scoring three goals in just 26 seconds against New Jersey.
CBS News Philadelphia joined the celebration in Love Park as the Salvation Army kicked off its 2025 Red Kettle Campaign.
Tatiana Schlossberg, who has been married to doctor George Moran since 2017, has two young children.
It was a wild sight to see Friday morning in a Gloucester County neigh-borhood after a horse led police on a chase through the area.
Runners can expect a rainy start to the Philadelphia Marathon on Saturday.
The Philadelphia Flyers have set a franchise record by scoring three goals in just 26 seconds against New Jersey.
CBS News Philadelphia joined the celebration in Love Park as the Salvation Army kicked off its 2025 Red Kettle Campaign.
Three people are dead after a Pennsylvania State Police pursuit and crash in Avondale, Chester County, early Friday morning.
Road closures and parking restrictions will be in place for Philadelphia Marathon Weekend.
It was a wild sight to see Friday morning in a Gloucester County neigh-borhood after a horse led police on a chase through the area.
The Philadelphia Flyers have set a franchise record by scoring three goals in just 26 seconds against New Jersey.
CBS News Philadelphia joined the celebration in Love Park as the Salvation Army kicked off its 2025 Red Kettle Campaign.
An 84-year-old man was struck and killed by a vehicle Friday evening in Bensalem, police said.
Karlie Kisha is a special athlete who has competed on an international stage while also being a cancer patient.
The Philadelphia International Airport unveiled its newest Rocky statue Friday morning.
It was a wild sight to see Friday morning in a Gloucester County neigh-borhood after a horse led police on a chase through the area.
A shooting inside a Cherry Hill recording studio Thursday left a 36-year-old man injured, officials said.
A New Jersey family says they've seen significant progress in their son's autism symptoms after using a medication supported by the Trump administration.
Federal prosecutors say Natalie Greene, a former staffer for a New Jersey congressman, fabricated a story about being attacked.
A South Jersey community is gathering to send a powerful message that hate has no place in their streets, schools, homes or hearts.
A severe geomagnetic storm that hit the Earth's magnetic field Tuesday night made the northern lights visible across a large swath of the U.S., including in the Delaware Valley.
Veterans Day is today, and across the Philadelphia region, events are being held to honor those who served.
Police say Isiah Worthy of Dover stole cash and a state government-owned SUV, which he crashed into two parked cars.
A 12-hour Dungeons & Dragons fundraiser supporting the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia happens live on Twitch this Sunday.
Emmy Reim's family brings donations to the Ronald McDonald House in Delaware after it became a home away from home for them.
Karlie Kisha is a special athlete who has competed on an international stage while also being a cancer patient.
A New Jersey family says they've seen significant progress in their son's autism symptoms after using a medication supported by the Trump administration.
After 90% of his body was burned in the Northeast Philadelphia plane crash, 10-year-old Ramesses is close to getting out of the hospital.
The threat of flu season has arrived with a new strain that could lead to hospitalization numbers and potential deaths that surpass last year's totals.
The Turtle Back Zoo in New Jersey joined the relatively few in the U.S. that routinely give the public a view of veterinary care.
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.
Andrew Cosenza, owner of The Bistro at Cherry Hill, is accused of failing to pay more than $271,000 in sales tax to the state.
The U.S. Commerce Department has launched an antidumping review targeting Italian pasta, claiming it's sold below market prices.
Road closures and parking restrictions will be in place for Philadelphia Marathon Weekend.
A person was stabbed on the platform of SEPTA's 5th Street Station Monday night in the area of Independence Mall in Philadelphia.
SEPTA says trains on the Chestnut Hill West and Fox Chase lines will be canceled in the morning and later in the day Tuesday.
All 223 railcars have been inspected, but over 150 need to be outfitted with thermal protection circuits, a safety measure.
Starting Friday, drivers going 11 mph or more over the posted 25 mph speed limit on Broad Street will receive fines ranging from $100 to $150.
The Philadelphia Flyers have set a franchise record by scoring three goals in just 26 seconds against New Jersey.
Former Temple guard Hysier Miller was declared permanently ineligible for betting on and against his own team, the NCAA says.
Former Sports Illustrated cover athlete and Philadelphia Taney Dragons teammate Mo'ne Davis is headed to the pros.
Phillies royalty gathered at Citizens Bank Park to help raise awareness and critical funds for homeless youth as part of Covenant's House National Sleep Out.
Tyrese Maxey scored a career-high 54 points in the Philadelphia 76ers' 123-114 overtime victory over the Milwaukee Bucks on Thursday.
"Task," the Delaware County crime drama series, will return for a second season, HBO announced Thursday.
Philadelphia Mummers Parade organizers are discussing plans for the Jan. 1, 2026, event.
Tourists at the Philadelphia Art Museum got an unexpected surprise: a film crew re-creating Rocky Balboa's sprint up the steps.
The "Home for the Holidays" concert will feature Opera Philadelphia and the Wanamaker Organ, and tickets start at $11.
The 100,000-square-foot Netflix House is free to guests and allows fans to interact with their favorite streaming shows.
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.
CBS News Philadelphia producer Monica Avery was into the Broadcast Pioneers Hall of Fame Friday night.
Here's the best time to travel if you haven't left yet for Thanksgiving. Andrew Kozak has the forecast.
CBS News Philadelphia joined the celebration in Love Park as the Salvation Army kicked off its 2025 Red Kettle Campaign. Eva Andersen reports.
Pennsylvania State Police announced two programs to help drivers stay sage on the roads this Thanksgiving holiday. Jan Carabeo has your latest morning headlines with weather from Meteorologist Grant Gilmore.
Court documents say a woman stabbed a man on the Pennsylvania Turnpike in Franklin County, telling state troopers the man and another man were trying to sell her for $1,000.