Philadelphia Democrats Nominate Nutter For Second Term As Mayor
Incumbent Philadelphia mayor Michael Nutter had an easy victory in the Democratic primary election, but not without a bit of a sweat raised by challenger Milton Street.
Incumbent Philadelphia mayor Michael Nutter had an easy victory in the Democratic primary election, but not without a bit of a sweat raised by challenger Milton Street.
Among the hardest-fought races of the 2011 Democratic primary in Philadelphia have been the races for city commissioners -- the elected officers who are responsible for running the elections.
Despite dismal turnout in Tuesday's primary, Philadelphia mayor Michael Nutter was expected to easily beat his outspoken rival, Milton Street.
Low turnout is expected in Tuesday's primary election in Philadelphia, but both official and unofficial watchdogs will be out to make sure things go smoothly.
Some of Philadelphia's most senior citizens were thrown a birthday party on Friday in the 11th annual "Mayor's Centenarian Celebration."
Philadelphia's ban on handheld cell phone use while driving remains fully in effect, according to local officials, despite a ruling late last week that overturned a similar law in Allentown, Pa.
One of the names on the ballot for an open Municipal Court slot is for a woman who is not qualified to be a judicial candidate.
A coalition of Latino leaders in Philadelphia say it's time to change the current redistricting process that is diluting the city's Latino vote.
Councilman Darrell Clarke says that in parts of his district, next to crime, wild and possibly rabid raccoons are the top issue.
Despite a steady rain in Philadelphia, dozens of police officers, firefighters, and family members of those killed in the line of duty gathered for the city's annual "living flame" memorial on Wednesday in Franklin Square.
Businesses across the Delaware Valley participate in today's events. The City of Philadelphia had festivities at City Hall for city workers and their children.
The City of Philadelphia's overloaded criminal justice system came hat-in-hand to City Council today, asking for more money than Mayor Nutter has allotted.
With dogged determination, animal rights advocates watched on Thursday as a Philadelphia City Council committee approved a measure that puts some bite into the city's dog control laws.
With a new park ready to sprout in the shadow of the Ben Franklin Bridge, trees are being planted in preparation for next month's opening of the new Race Street Pier, on the Delaware riverfront.
Philadelphia Police Commissioner Charles Ramsey is not leaving the City of Brotherly Love to take over the police department in Chicago.
With a big "huzzah," rides on the famous carousel, and presents for other five-year-olds, Franklin Square on Friday celebrated its fifth anniversary since a multimillion-dollar makeover.
Stephen Sheller says his daughter was driving his car in West Philadelphia last week when she was pulled over for an expired registration and the car impounded.
If you think YOUR Internet access is slow, try the City of Philadelphia's system.
The City of Philadelphia is making a donation of a half-million dollars to support efforts to build a memorial statue to 19th Century civil rights activist Octavius V. Catto.
An opening ceremony for the newly expanded, $786-million expansion to the Pennsylvania Convention Center was held on Friday.
Following the mayor's speech to City Council on Thursday morning, Councilman Frank Rizzo called the mayor's budget "a first draft," and he expects Nutter to wind up blaming Governor Corbett for the final result.
Philadelphia City Council was holding a lengthy public hearing today on a controversial topic: whether the city should require companies to offer employees earned sick leave.
Most of these city workers are on the hook for less thant $1,000, but one owes $150,000.
A handful of activists conducted a small demonstration on Thursday outside Philadelphia City Hall, demanding that the Nutter administration include money in its upcoming budget for housing those suffering with HIV/AIDS.
Despite the recession, Philadelphia mayor Michael Nutter says last year was a record setter for hotels in the city.
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Malinda Hoagland, 12, died in May 2024 after a long period of what law enforcement described as in-home torture and abuse.
Eagles running back Saquon Barkley believes he was treated fairly in the HBO show "Hard Knocks," despite not knowing his side of the conversation with Giants management was being recorded.
The Pennsylvania Turnpike Authority is rolling out "open road tolling" across the eastern portion of the Pennsylvania Turnpike and on the Northeast Extension.
The Dallas-based airline is putting an end to its open seating policy, will begin offering premium seating and is introducing redeye flight options.
Philadelphia DA Larry Krasner said the driver accused of hitting and killing CHOP doctor Barbara Friedes turned himself into police and faces homicide charges.
Malinda Hoagland, 12, died in May 2024 after a long period of what law enforcement described as in-home torture and abuse.
Eagles running back Saquon Barkley believes he was treated fairly in the HBO show "Hard Knocks," despite not knowing his side of the conversation with Giants management was being recorded.
The Pennsylvania Turnpike Authority is rolling out "open road tolling" across the eastern portion of the Pennsylvania Turnpike and on the Northeast Extension.
Wells Fargo plans to drop its name from the South Philadelphia sports arena, the home of the Flyers and 76ers, after the bank's contract expires in 2025.
Malinda Hoagland, 12, died in May 2024 after a long period of what law enforcement described as in-home torture and abuse.
The Pennsylvania Turnpike Authority is rolling out "open road tolling" across the eastern portion of the Pennsylvania Turnpike and on the Northeast Extension.
Philadelphia DA Larry Krasner said the driver accused of hitting and killing CHOP doctor Barbara Friedes turned himself into police and faces homicide charges.
After a muggy and wet day on Wednesday (in spots), the pattern continues on Thursday with a greater chance for storms during the evening.
Relatives gathered on Aramingo Avenue to remember Christian Miranda, who was killed in a hit-and-run Sunday.
After a muggy and wet day on Wednesday (in spots), the pattern continues on Thursday with a greater chance for storms during the evening.
President Joe Biden intervened Wednesday after NJ Transit's negotiations with the union representing engineers stalled.
Despite New Jersey expressing interest in the Sixers building their new arena 76 Place in Camden, the team says it remains "focused" on staying in Philadelphia.
Here are the athletes from the Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware who've earned their spots to represent the United States at the 2024 Paris Olympics.
The muggy air and unsettled weather pattern kicks up a bit on Wednesday with mostly cloudy skies, temps in the 80s and showers.
After a muggy and wet day on Wednesday (in spots), the pattern continues on Thursday with a greater chance for storms during the evening.
The muggy air and unsettled weather pattern kicks up a bit on Wednesday with mostly cloudy skies, temps in the 80s and showers.
A special mission for a family of doctors in Delaware is they're raising awareness about facial differences that millions of children are born with including their own. Meet the Catersons.
Vice President Kamala Harris visited Wilmington, Delaware, to meet with campaign staff. Delawareans shared their reactions to President stepping aside.
The Philadelphia region is back to a typical summer pattern today with sunshine, highs near 90 and increasing humidity.
Doctors say now is the time to start making appointments for back-to-school vaccinations. Here is a vaccine reminder for parents.
A special mission for a family of doctors in Delaware is they're raising awareness about facial differences that millions of children are born with including their own. Meet the Catersons.
The number of Lyme disease cases last year in Montgomery County was over 7,000. Those numbers are on the rise.
An Instagram account that started as a tribute to her mother is now helping millions support each other with the struggles of Alzheimer's disease.
A warning of a Listeria monocytogenes outbreak affecting 12 states, including Pennsylvania, New Jersey and New York, was issued by the CDC Friday afternoon linking infections to sliced meat at deli counters.
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.
Many people have to work in blazing hot temperatures from the Main Line to South Jersey and down the shore. But others get to work in the freezing cold to bring joy to their community.
An Upper Merion, Pennsylvania man has been indicted on charges he defrauded hundreds of customers through his multiple businesses selling cemetery headstones.
Sheetz will now deliver beer to Pennsylvanians, the Altoona-based convenience store chain announced on Tuesday.
The Pennsylvania Turnpike Authority is rolling out "open road tolling" across the eastern portion of the Pennsylvania Turnpike and on the Northeast Extension.
Most airlines are bouncing back, but Delta canceled more flights at Philadelphia International Airport on Tuesday, days after the CrowdStrike outage.
Pennsylvania State Police say a driver was seriously injured after a tree fell on their car on I-476 north in Delaware County on Thursday morning.
Norwegian Cruise Line will begin offering trips out of the Port of Philadelphia starting in 2026, the cruise line announced Wednesday.
The Delaware River Port Authority voted Wednesday to reduce the scheduled toll increases on four bridges between Pennsylvania and New Jersey from $6.50 to $6.
Eagles running back Saquon Barkley believes he was treated fairly in the HBO show "Hard Knocks," despite not knowing his side of the conversation with Giants management was being recorded.
Gabe Knowles has spent much of his summer on the Legacy Youth Tennis courts in East Falls coaching kids, including his three younger siblings who play the sport as well.
Cavan Sullivan, the 14-year-old soccer phenom, will sign Philadelphia Union merch and serve chicken fingers at Raising Cane's in Philadelphia on Thursday.
Max Kepler's infield single drove in the winning run with one out in the ninth inning, giving the Minnesota Twins a series-clinching 5-4 win over the Philadelphia Phillies.
Wells Fargo plans to drop its name from the South Philadelphia sports arena, the home of the Flyers and 76ers, after the bank's contract expires in 2025.
Creator of the former HBO show remarked on the similarities between its fictional storyline and current political reality.
Rapper and sports fan Snoop Dogg will carry the Olympic flame through the suburb of Saint-Denis, north of Paris.
Charli XCX, George Clooney and Spike Lee are among the celebrities who say they are supporting Kamala Harris' campaign to become the first woman president of the United States.
An album of dark songs recorded in a bedroom at his rented farmhouse in 1982, reflecting the upheaval in his life in-between "The River" and "Born in the U.S.A.," helped solidify Springsteen's status as one of music's most soulful voices.
From Kevin Hart at the hard rock Casino in Atlantic City to Lucy the Elephant's birthday bash in Margate, here's everything you need to enjoy your weekend.
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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.
Ylaine Zhu a School District of Philadelphia student, is among the newest Gates Scholars.
After applying to 13 colleges and being rejected by his dream school, Dexter Resa proves that with grit and heart, you can accomplish things beyond your wildest dreams and make history while doing it.
In his first press conference of training camp, new Eagles defensive coordinator Vic Fangio discussed his defensive scheme, playing James Bradberry at safety, free-agent signee Bryce Huff and more.
The 76ers' next arena could be in New Jersey, Gov. Phil Murphy confirmed to CBS News Philadelphia he's trying to persuade the team to move across the Delaware River to Camden. Janelle Burrell has this and your latest top headlines.
The Philadelphia chapter of the police-sponsored Centurions Motorcycle Club is delivering toys once again for its Christmas in July Toy Run which brings toys to children undergoing care at Shriner's. The club has also raised over $784,000 for the hospital.
The Pennsylvania Turnpike will have "open road tolling" east of Reading and on the Northeast Extension starting in January 2025.
It'll be another steamy day across the Delaware Valley Thursday and there's a chance for heavy storms to fire up south and east of the city later in the afternoon. On Friday, clearer skies and lower dew points will set up a gorgeous stretch of summer weather.