Philadelphia City Council Passes Restrictions on Public Use of E-Cigarettes
Ignoring the pleas of e-cigarette users, City Council has unanimously approved a measure that bans the devices from public spaces in Philadelphia.
Ignoring the pleas of e-cigarette users, City Council has unanimously approved a measure that bans the devices from public spaces in Philadelphia.
City Council today is expected to cast a final vote on a bill that would add electronic cigarettes to the city's existing ban on smoking in public
With smocks on and stethoscopes in hand, the children got to take care of some patients of their own.
Smoking electronic cigarettes in public places in the city of Philadelphia could soon be restricted. City Council is set to vote Thursday on whether to ban them in places like restaurants, bars and public parks, just like the current regular cigarette ban in the city.
Enrollment counselors and navigators say they've seen a surge in applicants as the March 31st deadline draws near.
The School District of Philadelphia is partnering with celebrity chef Mark Vetri with the aim of bringing healthy meals and a family-style meal setting to students in every Philadelphia public school.
Twenty-nine factors are taken into account when compiling the rankings, including smoking, high school graduation rates and access to healthy foods.
Anna Cordella, 64, of Norristown, says she's a happy customer, securing what she says is an affordable policy after losing her job and then seeing her "COBRA" insurance run out.
The AIDS advocacy group Philadelphia Fight has transformed its family planning center into a family care clinic for youth.
Eating healthy is always important, but it takes on added significance when you're sick or battling a serious illness.
Gov. Chris Christie has signed a waiver allowing first responders to carry and administer medication to treat drug overdose patients in emergency situations.
A student at Widener University has contracted viral meningitis, school officials confirmed Friday.
The group started in Florida six years ago as an online community in which mothers of drug addicts could share their stories.
It's clinical name is fentanyl. About 50-100 more potent than morphine, it's prescribed for patients with cancer-related pain.
A local hospital is holding a walk-in session for women needing mammograms, and the event has a free twist.
Retired Philadelphia Eagles center Jason Kelce was the hit of the pregame tailgating scene.
A couple of Philadelphia Eagles fans took their love for the Birds – and each other – to new matrimonial heights before Sunday's game at Lincoln Financial Field.
Jalen Hurts tossed touchdowns to A.J. Brown and DeVonta Smith as the Eagles defeated the Browns, 20-16, at Lincoln Financial Field on Sunday.
Trump is one point closer to Harris nationally in CBS News' polling than last month, and the decisive battleground states also remain effectively even.
In 1974, a creative surgical procedure saved the career of L.A. Dodgers pitcher Tommy John after he tore his UCL. Today, an astonishing 35% of active MLB pitchers have had "Tommy John surgery." But more than half of the athletes getting the procedure are under 18.
Wide receiver A.J. Brown is set to make his return Sunday as the Philadelphia Eagles (2-2) host the Cleveland Browns (1-4) at Lincoln Financial Field.
A hit-and-run outside the Penn Presbyterian Medical Center in West Philadelphia injured three nurses who were trying to help a shooting victim who was dropped off overnight Saturday.
A ceremonial signing was held Saturday for the deal that will send the SS United States from Philadelphia to Florida.
This weekend, the Birds take on the Browns at the Linc, Stevie Wonder hits the stage in South Philly and OURFest 2024 is celebrating the LGBTQ+ community all weekend long.
A fire company in Central Pennsylvania said nearly a dozen people got sick from mushrooms in Peach Bottom Township.
This weekend, the Birds take on the Browns at the Linc, Stevie Wonder hits the stage in South Philly and OURFest 2024 is celebrating the LGBTQ+ community all weekend long.
A 15-year-old said he saw smoke and knew something wasn't right. After further investigation, he found a wildfire along a trail and took action by calling 911 and his grandmother.
A Monmouth County, New Jersey resident has tested positive for measles, state health officials say.
The NAACP is calling for the removal of the man who runs the New Jersey State Police after the state attorney general released a scathing report about the institution.
Gillian's Wonderland Pier, an Ocean City, New Jersey, institution for nearly a century, will close for good after this weekend.
The Delaware Office of the State Fire Marshal is investigating a fire that spread to at least 14 cars in a parking area in Bridgeville Saturday afternoon.
Police say a school bus driver abandoned about 10 Newark Charter School students at a wrong stop in Delaware.
The Delaware National Guard and New Jersey National Guard activated nearly 200 service members and dozens of vehicles to help with Florida's Hurricane Milton response.
Ticketmaster is claiming some of its customers' digital tickets are being stolen through email scams. Here's what they told CBS News Philadelphia after we reached out.
Dockworkers began picketing at the Port of Philadelphia Tuesday after the International Longshoremen's Association announced the union would go on strike.
In 1974, a creative surgical procedure saved the career of L.A. Dodgers pitcher Tommy John after he tore his UCL. Today, an astonishing 35% of active MLB pitchers have had "Tommy John surgery." But more than half of the athletes getting the procedure are under 18.
A Monmouth County, New Jersey resident has tested positive for measles, state health officials say.
The School District of Philadelphia says nearly 200 schools were impacted by a meat and poultry recall due to possible listeria contamination.
A Philadelphia teenager has overcome mental health issues and created a clothing brand that spreads a positive message.
Fisher-Price is offering $25 to product owners who remove and destroy swing parts that increase risk of suffocation.
The Wells Fargo Center is getting retail upgrades, including expanded clothing options for women and children and two new shopping spaces.
New Jersey-based Spirit Halloween is opening 10 new Christmas-themed stores, with the first opening its doors in October.
Volunteers in Havertown launched a grassroots effort to help those affected by collecting donations to send to survivors in North Carolina.
The parent company of Philadelphia's Chart House says construction in the area "cut off visibility and access for our customers."
Delco Original Trading Company in Broomall is seeing an uptick in business as fans stock up on new merch ahead of the Phillies' first playoff game this Saturday.
One outer lane of the New Jersey Turnpike northbound is blocked Friday morning after a crash involving multiple tractor-trailers.
NJ Transit says service on the River Line light rail has reopened after a train struck a car on Friday morning.
A police chase led to a crash on I-95 near Academy Road in Northeast Philadelphia Wednesday afternoon.
Philadelphia officials presented a plan for protected bike lanes to a Center City residents' organization on Tuesday.
Work is nearly complete on an extension of the Schuylkill River Trail, which will connect its original ending point at Christian Street to the Grays Ferry Crescent.
Retired Philadelphia Eagles center Jason Kelce was the hit of the pregame tailgating scene.
Jalen Hurts tossed touchdowns to A.J. Brown and DeVonta Smith as the Eagles defeated the Browns, 20-16, at Lincoln Financial Field on Sunday.
A couple of Philadelphia Eagles fans took their love for the Birds – and each other – to new matrimonial heights before Sunday's game at Lincoln Financial Field.
Wide receiver A.J. Brown is set to make his return Sunday as the Philadelphia Eagles (2-2) host the Cleveland Browns (1-4) at Lincoln Financial Field.
An early third-period goal from defenseman Cam York went unrecognized for over 10 seconds before officials blew the goal horn.
One of the greatest actors of all time, Al Pacino's life might have turned out very differently, if not for his mother's determination, the faith of director Francis Ford Coppola, or his success at overcoming an addiction to drink. He talks about his new memoir, "Sonny Boy."
This weekend, the Birds take on the Browns at the Linc, Stevie Wonder hits the stage in South Philly and OURFest 2024 is celebrating the LGBTQ+ community all weekend long.
Street artist, Get Up, created the "Dancing Kelce" and his work can now be seen throughout Philly. His work even got the attention of the former Eagles center himself.
AJ Evans released "Get Up, Go Vote" on streaming platforms to encourage voters to make their voices heard.
The mural, "Luminaries: The Coronation," celebrates the school's 177th anniversary with one legendary alumna: Jilly from Philly.
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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.
Jalen Hurts didn't turn the ball over and threw touchdown passes to A.J. Brown and DeVonta Smith in Philadelphia's 20-16 victory over the Browns.
Brandon Graham played his 200th career game as an Eagle in the 20-16 win over the Browns.
While some people claim it's OK to feed dogs a raw meat diet, Pennsylvania SPCA animal advocate Carol Erickson explains why health and veterinary experts say it's actually bad for their overall health.
Philadelphia-area residents might notice residual smoke from a wildfire in Medford Township, New Jersey, police are looking for a driver who dropped a gunshot victim off at Penn Presbyterian Hospital and then hit the victim and three nurses with their car, and Sunday will be warm and sunny, but colder temperatures are back Monday. More on these stories in your Digital Brief for Sunday, Oct. 13, 2024.
It's never too early for a tailgate! CBS News Philadelphia reporter Ross DiMattei caught up with Eagles fans outside Lincoln Financial Field before Sunday's game against the Cleveland Browns to see how they're feeling as the Birds come off the bye week.