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Christie Signs $34B Budget For New Jersey After Vetoing $1.6B in Spending
No one was surprised that Christie issued line-item vetoes for $1.6 billion in spending and also vetoed tax hikes that Democrats in the legislature had wanted.
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No one was surprised that Christie issued line-item vetoes for $1.6 billion in spending and also vetoed tax hikes that Democrats in the legislature had wanted.
Christie vetoed an income tax increase and corporate business tax. He also conditionally vetoed the Democrats' millionaires' tax, but asked the Legislature to approve an increase in the earned income tax credit, something the Legislature has previously called for.
A suburban Philadelphia T-shirt shop is nixing an appearance by the General Lee from "The Dukes of Hazzard," saying the Confederate battle flag on the car's roof made it too controversial.
Gettysburg says it will no longer sell items that use the battle flag as a stand-alone feature.
Under current law in the Commonwealth, out-of-state retailers have only been allowed to send wine to Liquor Control Board stores for consumers to pick up.
The continued power outages caused by Tuesday's thunderstorms are costing some area businesses a lot of money.
Officials are offering assistance at a number of locations on both sides of the Delaware River, including one in Clayton, Gloucester County.
Rita Schwartz, president of Local 1776 of the Association of Catholic Teachers, says teachers voted last night by a nearly 3-1 margin to accept the new contract.
The 6-3 decision is a relief to a some 300,000 Pennsylvanians who faced losing their coverage if the high court's ruling had gone the other way.
The two-day concert on the Parkway over Labor Day weekend is organized by Beyonce's husband, Jay Z.
For the first time in nearly two decades, the city is selling tax liens on foreclosed properties, but critics of the effort hope it doesn't backfire.
A new report says that wage theft impacts 400,000 Pennsylvania workers a year and costs them at least $19 million.
With tens of thousands of power outages, dozens of major road closures, and other related headaches, Delaware County Council chairman Mario Civera (at lectern in photo) says they reached out to Governor Wolf for assistance.
Competing South Jersey health systems say a political powerbroker is strongarming legislators because he wants Cooper University Hospital, whose board he chairs, to get exclusive control of all emergency medical services in Camden.
The state legislature is watering down the requirements of a 2011 law designed to attract developers willing to build new, smaller and less costly casinos with as few as 200 hotel rooms.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex's Archewell Foundation is launching a new initiative, the Parents' Network, to support parents whose children have been victimized by harmful online content, from social media bullying to suicide ideation.
Harris draws even with Trump across the battlegrounds and has 1-point edge nationally.
Vice President Kamala Harris is slated to appear at a campaign event Tuesday evening at the Liacouras Center in North Philadelphia with her running mate.
Sunday will be another warm and humid day with mostly cloudy skies. A few scattered showers and storms are possible, but we're not expecting any widespread severe weather.
Home security video captured the moment an airborne SUV went through a row of hedges and on top of a car before it landed in a driveway in East Brandywine Township.
Sunday will be another warm and humid day with mostly cloudy skies. A few scattered showers and storms are possible, but we're not expecting any widespread severe weather.
Home security video captured the moment an airborne SUV went through a row of hedges and on top of a car before it landed in a driveway in East Brandywine Township.
Police are investigating after a World War I memorial in Northeast Philadelphia was vandalized Friday night.
With potential rain and storms bringing flood risks to the Philadelphia area, in addition to a heat advisory, Saturday is a NEXT Weather Alert Day.
Tredyffrin Township police responded to a 911 call after a dispute turned deadly in Wayne, Pennsylvania. One of the suspects was apprehended after police searched the area with K-9s and drones.
Sunday will be another warm and humid day with mostly cloudy skies. A few scattered showers and storms are possible, but we're not expecting any widespread severe weather.
The New Jersey Department of Health has issued says there are high levels of harmful algal blooms or HABs in several of the state's swimming areas.
Camden city leaders hosted a back-to-school Bookbag Bash to help prep students and their families for the upcoming school year while saving them money.
With potential rain and storms bringing flood risks to the Philadelphia area, in addition to a heat advisory, Saturday is a NEXT Weather Alert Day.
Brigantine officials have limited access to Cove Beach saying beach erosion and changing tides have uncovered chunks of concrete, asphalt and sharp pieces of rebar.
Sunday will be another warm and humid day with mostly cloudy skies. A few scattered showers and storms are possible, but we're not expecting any widespread severe weather.
With potential rain and storms bringing flood risks to the Philadelphia area, in addition to a heat advisory, Saturday is a NEXT Weather Alert Day.
At Pop In Artisan Pops in Middletown, Delaware, Janine Crawford is transforming a summer staple dessert into a hand-crafted artisanal treat.
High humidity will combine with heat for feels-like temperatures in the triple digits today, and we're expecting afternoon storms each day through the weekend.
Meteorologist Tammie Souza explains just how hot this summer has been and what to expect in August and September.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex's Archewell Foundation is launching a new initiative, the Parents' Network, to support parents whose children have been victimized by harmful online content, from social media bullying to suicide ideation.
August 1 is PA Donor Day, encouraging Pennsylvanians to register as an organ and tissue donor. One donor tragically killed at age 22 was able to save six people's lives.
Portion control is key, say researchers in examining levels of lead, cadmium and arsenic in cocoa-laden products.
A South Jersey student was able to get his wisdom teeth removed free of charge in a Gloucester County practice's new program called Wisdom for Wisdom.
When a wildfire rips through your community, your life and home are likely top of mind, but what about your brain health?
A beloved pizza shop is closing after nearly 30 years. Owners say they can't afford a rent increase.
The Burlington County Farmers Market is up for best in the state of New Jersey, and hoping for your vote.
Wiers Farm of Willard, Ohio is recalling peppers, green beans, cucumbers and other vegetables due to possible listeria monocytogene contamination.
The U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee filed a federal lawsuit this week alleging Prime, Logan Paul's energy drink company, of infringing on the committee's trademarks.
People across the Delaware Valley are making changes to their summer schedules to try and find ways to survive the scorching heat.
Philadelphia police say they have seen an increase in accidents and fatalities since 2020 and they are trying to decrease it.
Passengers flying out of PHL can board a bus to the airport in Wilmington, Delaware or vice versa.
Two people were killed and five were taken to hospitals after a multi-vehicle crash on the Black Horse Pike in Atlantic County, New Jersey Friday evening.
SEPTA's Market-Frankford Line is getting a much-needed upgrade to its aging fleet of railcars. On Thursday, SEPTA agreed to a contract with Hitachi Rail STS USA, Inc. to purchase up to 240 new railcars.
The Pennsylvania Turnpike Authority is rolling out "open road tolling" across the eastern portion of the Pennsylvania Turnpike and on the Northeast Extension.
Katie Ledecky tied Michael Phelps' record of winning the gold medal in the same event at four straight Summer Games.
The Phillies lead in the NL East is down to five games, the smallest Philadelphia's advantage has been since May 28.
The U.S. went into their first knockout march undefeated and outscoring opponents 9-2 at the Paris Games.
Simone Biles won her 10th Olympic medal and seventh gold in the vault competition at the Paris Olympics.
Stephen Nedoroscik, the pommel horse specialist who has become a breakout sensation at the 2024 Paris Games, won a bronze medal in the men's gymnastics individual final.
Massachusetts-based rock band Aerosmith has announced that they're retiring from touring and cancelling their farewell tour due to lead singer Steven Tyler's vocal injury.
From Ice Spice at The Met to Northern Liberties 2nd Street Festival, there are plenty of events going on in Philly and throughout the Delaware Valley this weekend. Here's everything you need to enjoy your weekend.
Justin Timberlake's license was suspended Friday, as the singer pleaded not guilty to driving while intoxicated on Long Island.
Cardi B shared the pregnancy news on social media showing images of herself in a flowing red gown that exposes her baby bump.
Mullica Hill, New Jersey bakery Cake Boutique is making Dubai chocolate bars with pistachio butter creme just like from the viral trend on social media.
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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.
One of the largest festivals in Philadelphia, the 14th annual 2nd Street Festival, is expected to draw thousands of visitors to the city's Northern Liberties neighborhood Sunday afternoon. Festival organizer William Reed joins CBS News Philadelphia to talk about what festival-goers can expect this year.
Police are looking for suspects after a WWI memorial in Philadelphia was vandalized Friday, video captured the moment an SUV crashed over a hedge and hit a car in East Brandywine Township, and Kamala Harris will be in Philadelphia Tuesday with her new running mate. These stories and more in your Digital Brief for Sunday, Aug. 4, 2024.
As Kamala Harris narrows her search for her vice president, Lauren Cristella, CEO of Committee of Seventy, joins CBS News Philadelphia's Jan Carabeo and Howard Monroe to talk about what candidates look for in a running mate and how the debate process could work between Harris and GOP candidate Donald Trump.
While on average cats live just to be just over 11 years old, a study says there are certain behaviors that can shorten the lifespan of our feline companions. Pennsylvania SPCA animal advocate Carol Erickson explains what can shorten the life of a cat.
Sunday brings another warm and humid day to the area with mixed skies. Any sunshine should help bubble-up a few scattered showers and storms, but severe weather isn't expected. The rest of the week will be unsettled with a chance of showers and storms each day and cooler temps in the upper 70s and low 80s.