Philadelphia March for Life marks 1 year since Dobbs decision
The Dobbs decision overturned Roe v. Wade and left abortion rights up to the states - and some local groups are celebrating the ruling.
The Dobbs decision overturned Roe v. Wade and left abortion rights up to the states - and some local groups are celebrating the ruling.
A year ago, the Supreme Court of the United States effectively overturned Roe v. Wade, severely impacting abortion access.
In the wake of the Supreme Court's bombshell decision overturning Roe v. Wade, the landscape surrounding abortion access has shifted dramatically.
Women — six in 10 of whom disapprove of the Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe — feel that decision has not only been an infringement on women's rights, but also a threat to women's health: More than half of women think being pregnant in the U.S. today is becoming more dangerous from a health care perspective.
Many women's concerns now extend beyond abortion access to health and reproductive care.
The shortage could put the health of all women at risk, as OB-GYNs also screen for cancer, perform well-woman exams and prescribe contraception.
Anti-abortion groups claim the FDA's green light of mifepristone forces them into situations where they must perform elective abortions.
Democrats will maintain their narrow Pennsylvania House majority after winning a special election in the Philadelphia suburbs.
Democrats currently hold a 4-2 majority on the state's highest court, which is playing a prominent role in settling disputes over voting rights, abortion rights and gun rights in the presidential battleground state.
The Supreme Court has until midnight Friday to announce its decision about possible restrictions on the pill mifepristone.
Limits on how late into a pregnancy the drug can be taken, who can prescribe it and how it can be dispensed were set to take effect Saturday at 1 a.m.
Under the law, anyone performing an abortion after six weeks of pregnancy could be charged with a third-degree felony.
Attorney General Merrick Garland said in a statement the Justice Department "strongly disagrees" with the decision from an appeals court.
Stephanie Stahl reports.
Democratic Sen. Bob Casey says he'll seek a fourth term, bringing unmatched name recognition in Pennsylvania politics to his party's defense of a seat in a presidential battleground state.
The FDA approved mifepristone more than 20 years ago.
Three organizations have a common goal of advocating for women's rights and fighting against the oppression of women in a collaboration between the organizations Rise Up 4 Abortion Rights, Afghans of Philly and Philly Iran.
Aziza Shuler reports.
Aziza Shuler reports.
It comes after a group of women in Texas sued the state over its abortion ban and clarification on its exceptions.
Jasmine Payoute reports.
"Can we truly be free if families cannot make intimate decisions about the course of their own lives?" Harris said in a fiery speech before a crowd of 1,500 people in Florida.
The march is happening Friday morning in Washington.
Legal experts foresee years of court battles over access to the pills, as abortion-rights proponents bring test cases to challenge state restrictions.
Seth Kaplan reports.
Perdue Foods is recalling more than 167,000 pounds of frozen chicken nuggets and tenders after some customers reported finding metal wire embedded in the products.
Despite the threat of severe weather, thousands attended the Pink concert in Philadelphia at Lincoln Financial Field.
Three men were killed in a crash early Sunday morning in Millville, New Jersey, police said.
Keibert Ruiz homered for the third time in four games, Alex Call and James Wood also went deep and the Washington Nationals snapped a four-game skid and avoided a series sweep with a 6-4 win over the NL-leading Philadelphia Phillies.
Council Rock Newtown's next game in the Little League World Series will be on Tuesday night.
The severe storms across the Philadelphia region will taper off overnight and set up a beautiful week across the Delaware Valley.
The Middle Thorofare Bridge/Two Mile Bridge, which connects Wildwood Crest to Cape May, New Jersey, will be closed for an unknown amount of time.
Perdue Foods is recalling more than 167,000 pounds of frozen chicken nuggets and tenders after some customers reported finding metal wire embedded in the products.
Despite the threat of severe weather, thousands attended the Pink concert in Philadelphia at Lincoln Financial Field.
Three men were killed in a crash early Sunday morning in Millville, New Jersey, police said.
Keibert Ruiz homered for the third time in four games, Alex Call and James Wood also went deep and the Washington Nationals snapped a four-game skid and avoided a series sweep with a 6-4 win over the NL-leading Philadelphia Phillies.
Council Rock Newtown's next game in the Little League World Series will be on Tuesday night.
Former President Donald Trump is slated to host an "economic and energy event" in York, Pennsylvania, on Monday.
The severe storms across the Philadelphia region will taper off overnight and set up a beautiful week across the Delaware Valley.
Three men are wanted after robbing a grocery store in Northeast Philadelphia Saturday night of a "considerable amount" of money, according to police.
The Middle Thorofare Bridge/Two Mile Bridge, which connects Wildwood Crest to Cape May, New Jersey, will be closed for an unknown amount of time.
The severe storms across the Philadelphia region will taper off overnight and set up a beautiful week across the Delaware Valley.
We will see some rain Saturday around the Philadelphia region, but the bigger concern is Sunday, a NEXT Weather Alert Day.
Even though Hurricane Ernesto is still hundreds of miles away, the Ventnor City Beach Patrol anticipates swimming will be restricted to waist-deep water this weekend, if allowed at all.
Looking for live music or craving a comedy show? No need to look any further. The Philadelphia area is filled with star-studded performances, festivals, and sports games you won't want to miss!
We will see some rain Saturday around the Philadelphia region, but the bigger concern is Sunday, a NEXT Weather Alert Day.
It'll be warmer in the Delaware Valley today and Friday, with temperatures in the upper 80s. Humidity and the chance for storms will ramp up heading into the weekend.
Wednesday in the Philadelphia region will once again be filled with sunny skies, comfortable temps and low humidity.
Team USA dominated the 2024 Paris Olympics with a total of 126 medals, and the efforts of athletes from Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware were crucial to this success. Here's a recap of how these local stars made their mark.
A Newark, Delaware, apartment building was evacuated after a large fire broke out Tuesday afternoon, fire officials said.
Perdue Foods is recalling more than 167,000 pounds of frozen chicken nuggets and tenders after some customers reported finding metal wire embedded in the products.
The CDC said the outbreak is linked to turtles with shells less than four inches in length.
On Saturday, Temple Health will hold a community block party where Philadelphians can get free services and screenings.
Philadelphia singer Jessy Kyle created a new bra inspired by her medical journey, which included a heart attack and kidney transplant.
Parents and other caregivers urged to stop using loungers linked to 5 fatalities and an infant bed tied to 1 death.
On Saturday, former President Donald Trump again sought to deliver a campaign message focused on the economy in Wilkes-Barre.
Wawa broke ground in West Virginia, moving into an area where rival Sheetz already operates dozens of stores.
Carter Melons sells mouth-watering watermelons with red, yellow and orange flesh, and the business is a family operation dating back seven decades.
The decades-long Atlantic City Airshow tradition was canceled last month and now local businesses are feeling the pain.
Videoboards are being added to the stadium among other improvement projects.
The man who died in the crash on Kelly Drive in Philadelphia was the passenger of an Uber that made an illegal turn, police said.
SEPTA Regional Rail trains were delayed Thursday night because of power loss near 30th Street Station, the agency said.
Work is underway for Phase 1 of the 14-mile, multi-year plan spanning from West Chester Pike to Interstate 95 in Delaware County, Pennsylvania.
The Noble Street Bridge in Philadelphia is closed indefinitely because of problems with the support beams, officials said.
SEPTA says parking fees will return in a phased approach beginning on Monday, Sept. 23, and daily parking rates will increase.
Keibert Ruiz homered for the third time in four games, Alex Call and James Wood also went deep and the Washington Nationals snapped a four-game skid and avoided a series sweep with a 6-4 win over the NL-leading Philadelphia Phillies.
Council Rock Newtown's next game in the Little League World Series will be on Tuesday night.
Guerschon Yabusele, who led France to the gold medal game in the Paris Olympics, will sign with the Sixers, a source said.
Excitement filled the room at the Green Parrot as fans watched Council Rock Newtown notch their first 5-0 victory over Salem Little League in the Little League World Series.
Sánchez pitched his second complete game of the season, and the Philadelphia Phillies defeated the Washington Nationals 5-1 on Saturday night.
Despite the threat of severe weather, thousands attended the Pink concert in Philadelphia at Lincoln Financial Field.
John Aprea landed his first break in the 1967 Steve McQueen classic "Bullitt" before landing the role of young Salvatore "Sal" Tessio in "The Godfather Part II."
There were 37 bids for the iconic hat won by Harrison Ford, who played the intrepid archaeologist, Indiana Jones, according to the auction house Propstore.
A new movie called "Yall Drawn" is a mix of comedy and exaggerated reality that highlights Philadelphia's vibrant culture while casting a shadow on the senseless violence involving young people.
Looking for live music or craving a comedy show? No need to look any further. The Philadelphia area is filled with star-studded performances, festivals, and sports games you won't want to miss!
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.
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Rain continues to fall in parts of the Philadelphia region, but after Monday conditions clear up and temperatures will be mild. Chief Meteorologist Bill Kelly has the forecast.
Sundays at the Linc are typically reserved for football, but this Sunday was different. Instead of a sea of green, it was a sea of pink.
CBS News Philadelphia's Janelle Burrell and Marcella Baietto are in Chicago to cover the Democratic National Convention this week. Preparations are underway at the United Center for the action that kicks off on Monday.
Bill Kelly has your latest weather forecast for Philadelphia as most of the region is under a severe thunderstorm watch.