Philadelphia's Poverty Rate Declined in 2013, But Not By Much
Eva Gladstein, head of the city's Office of Community Empowerment, says Philadelphia is the poorest of the nation's ten biggest cities.
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Eva Gladstein, head of the city's Office of Community Empowerment, says Philadelphia is the poorest of the nation's ten biggest cities.
Ruela's jackpot was the first seven-figure online prize in New Jersey, and the third-largest prize won by a gambler in the state this year, including Internet and land-based casinos.
State gambling regulators will meet this week to decide whether, and to whom, to award Philadelphia's second and final casino license.
The Philadelphia region seems to have escaped a disturbing national trend in home sales.
KYW discussed the impact with a local gaming industry analyst.
Mayor Nutter testified that the sale of PGW is a "once-in-a-generation opportunity, with no comparable alternatives."
Drexel University is attempting to spread an innovative food recovery program to all parts of the nation.
"Anyone with common sense sees that the gaming industry has changed wholly over this last year," said councilman John McBlain.
The rink will be open seven days a week, through February 22nd, and will also be open on holidays.
Been there, done AC. Now it's time to move on.
The third annual "Thinkfest," sponsored by Philadelphia magazine, is a daylong discussion of ideas, innovation, and the future of Philadelphia.
The Renault Winery filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection Thursday.
Health care advocates are gearing up for the new insurance enrollment period in the Affordable Care Act.
Councilwoman Marian Tasco, who also chairs the city's Gas Commission, scolded the mayor for, in her view, excluding City Council from the bidding process.
KYW Newsradio social media editor Melony Roy reports daily on what's trending around the region and the world.
The Downingtown Interchange on the Pennsylvania Turnpike is closed until further notice after the canopy over the toll booths collapsed Wednesday.
More than a million artifacts from America's founding will be on display at a new exhibit at the National Constitution Center.
A man was stabbed to death in North Philadelphia on Wednesday morning, police said.
"Dawson's Creek" and "Varsity Blues" star James Van Der Beek has died at 48 years old.
A Philadelphia woman is facing charges after allegedly robbing a 66-year-old woman at a bus stop, police said.
More than a million artifacts from America's founding will be on display at a new exhibit at the National Constitution Center.
A man was stabbed to death in North Philadelphia on Wednesday morning, police said.
A Philadelphia woman is facing charges after allegedly robbing a 66-year-old woman at a bus stop, police said.
The Philadelphia Art Commission on Wednesday voted to move the Joe Frazier statue to the base of the art museum steps.
The Pennsylvania Film Office has awarded $34 million for production on Season 3 of "Tires" and the fifth and final season of "Mayor of Kingstown."
Washington Township police say a man is wanted in connection with multiple incidents reported around the Washington Way Apartments in Blackwood, New Jersey.
Camden firefighter Howard Bennett was laid to rest Wednesday, nearly one week after the 60-year-old died after falling into the icy Delaware River.
Former Rep. Tom Malinowski has conceded the New Jersey special election to fill Gov. Mikie Sherrill's congressional seat.
Ice is still impacting bodies of water around the Philadelphia area after a long stretch of cold temperatures.
A New Jersey pilot and his co-pilot have been jailed in West Africa for almost six weeks after landing to refuel. CBS News New York spoke to both men on the phone.
Ice is still impacting bodies of water around the Philadelphia area after a long stretch of cold temperatures.
Two firefighters and two residents were taken to the hospital after a house fire in Wilmington on Sunday, officials said.
Power companies across the Philadelphia region and Lehigh Valley are reporting some outages Saturday while high wind alerts are in effect.
The coldest air of the season is set to slide over the Philadelphia area this weekend, which could lead to frost quakes, ice quakes and lake quakes.
The man whom Jill Biden divorced for the eventual 46th President of the United States is now in jail on murder charges.
With a measles outbreak in Pennsylvania, local health experts want to send a message to families.
Penn's first successful transplant was a kidney back in 1966. Since then, there have been thousands of life-saving operations.
Cracking down on the price of prescription drugs is a hefty task.
The PHMC clinic on Cedar Avenue in West Philadelphia is helping provide dental and health care in an underserved community.
A new kind of joint replacement is now available for people who have a certain kind of arthritis in the hand.
Former Sheetz president and CEO Steve Sheetz has died at age 77, the Altoona-based company announced on Monday.
The post-Christmas return rush was underway at shops and malls across the Philadelphia area.
With product return fraud on the rise, an emerging company is using AI to help spot issues.
Here are mall opening and closing hours for the Christmas and Christmas Eve holidays around the Philly region.
Through Amazon Now, customers can get household items, cosmetics, electronics, groceries and more delivered in about 30 minutes or less.
The Downingtown Interchange on the Pennsylvania Turnpike is closed until further notice after the canopy over the toll booths collapsed Wednesday.
A portion of Martin Luther King Jr. Drive is closed on Wednesday, Feb. 11 as crews work on water infrastructure repairs.
PennDOT is asking for your input with a new online survey available now through Feb. 28.
Part of SEPTA's Jefferson Station in Philadelphia was flooded Monday night, but service wasn't disrupted.
The city says residents shouldn't park on a major stretch of South Broad Street in Philadelphia Tuesday for a snow removal operation.
The Philadelphia Art Commission on Wednesday voted to move the Joe Frazier statue to the base of the art museum steps.
As Philadelphia has dealt with a frigid winter, a sign that spring and summer are near is here: Phillies pitchers and catchers report for spring training.
Michael Fantuzzo was arrested and is accused of stealing more than $246,000 from the Pennsylvania Occupational Therapy Association.
Villanova and Notre Dame are finalizing plans to open the 2026-27 college basketball season in Rome, Italy.
The Union unveiled their primary "1776 Kit" jerseys, which pay tribute to America's 250th anniversary and Philadelphia's role.
"Dawson's Creek" and "Varsity Blues" star James Van Der Beek has died at 48 years old.
The Pennsylvania Film Office has awarded $34 million for production on Season 3 of "Tires" and the fifth and final season of "Mayor of Kingstown."
Catherine O'Hara, known for her roles in "Home Alone," "Schitt's Creek" and "Beetlejuice," died on Jan. 30 at the age of 71.
Brad Arnold, the founder and lead singer of the 3 Doors Down has died following "his courageous battle with cancer," the rock band announced Saturday on social media.
Bad Bunny took the stage at halftime for the 2026 Super Bowl. Here's who else performed at Super Bowl 60.
Ukee Washington reports.
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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 celebrations continue for America's 250th birthday, the National Constitution Center is set to open one of two new exhibits debuting in 2026 later this week. CBS News Philadelphia's Nikki DeMentri reports.
Phillies pitchers and catchers officially reported for spring training on Wednesday, including ace Zack Wheeler. Wheeler provided an update on his status and described a keepsake from his surgery to address a blood clot: a rib.
Police in Washington Township, New Jersey, have released several photos of a man they say is a suspect in multiple incidents of lewd conduct.
A man is in custody after he allegedly stabbed his baby in the stomach and threw him out in the snow in Coatesville, Pennsylvania, police said.
Martin Luther King Jr. Drive in Philadelphia is closed Wednesday as crews make emergency repairs, according to the city.
