Nearly 20 million households are behind on their utility bills
The high prices of essential goods, particularly food and housing, has made it tough for many folks to afford the soaring cost of their energy bills.
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The high prices of essential goods, particularly food and housing, has made it tough for many folks to afford the soaring cost of their energy bills.
If an agreement isn't reached to prevent the United States from defaulting on its debt, the country could descend into economic disarray, affecting millions of Americans from investors to Social Security beneficiaries.
The updated policy takes effect immediately, but Google said it will not begin deleting accounts until December.
President Joe Biden and his administration have been searching for ways he might act unilaterally to avoid an economic "calamity" if Congress can't reach agreement to allow more federal borrowing.
The refunds are part of a $141 million settlement affecting more than 4 million consumers all 50 states plus Washington, D.C.
Airbnb is going back to its roots to cater to travelers who are growing more concerned with saving money.
Starry, a new lemon-lime soda, is rolling out to grocery and convenience stores this week.
For anyone planning to travel by car for the upcoming holiday, we have good news -- gas prices continue to drop.
Prices at the pump are sliding amid slowing demand and fears of economic shutdowns around the globe.
Many people will see their electric bills increase today, so how can you save amid the increase?
In the spirit of holiday cheer, here's the good news first: Christmas tree farms say this year's harvest looks good and they don't expect shortages.
Green Sprouts recalls stainless-steel products sold at Buy Buy Baby and Whole Foods stores across the U.S. and online.
We are now just one week from Thanksgiving and families are starting to head to grocery stores to get items for their turkey dinner.
The group W.A.T.C.H., World Against Toys Causing Harm, says the toys can pose risks to infants and small children.
Families may not skimp on holiday gifts for their loved ones this year, but they'll likely slim down their list of recipients, turn to credit cards and dip into savings to afford them, according to an industry forecast Thursday.
While most of us would recoil in horror from such dangerous suggestions, adolescents and young adults continue to be susceptible to social media dares like these, according to the US Food and Drug Administration.
Good news if you're looking to buy a used car.
Halloween could be extra scary for chocolate lovers.
JetBlue Airways on Thursday announced it would purchase Spirit Airlines, a combination that would create America's fifth-largest airline.
The ice cream products were sold at the South College Avenue store in Newark between July 14 and July 24.
Almost immediately, hearts melted and stomachs growled when Klondike parent company Unilever announced production of the Philadelphia-born Jack & Jill Ice Cream treat would be no more.
Hospitals of the University of Pennsylvania -- Penn Presbyterian is listed as the country's 13th best hospital, in the U.S. News and World Report's 2022 Best Hospitals ranking.
Pour one out for Choco Taco.
"We're targeting younger customers, like Gen Z and Millennials, who are interested in boneless chicken options," said a KFC spokesperson.
Toys "R" Us will be in every US Macy's in the next few months, part of an expanded partnership with the toy retailer's parent company.
Through a partnership with Camden County schools, the Thrive Network is working with children and families who might not be able to afford mental health treatment.
Mount Laurel Police are looking for a man they believe stole $10,000 worth of North Face and Nike items on Dec. 13 along with four other masked men.
Electors are voting in each state to formalize President-elect Donald Trump's victory over Vice President Kamala Harris in the 2024 election.
Rain will clear out Tuesday morning and give way to partly sunny and mild conditions across the Philadelphia region.
Tyrese Maxey scored 40 points, Paul George added 33 points as the 76ers spoiled LaMelo Ball's return to the floor with a 121-108 win over the Hornets on Monday night.
Philadelphia Mayor Parker said in total, 24 people were shot over the weekend in 11 separate shootings and four people were killed.
Through a partnership with Camden County schools, the Thrive Network is working with children and families who might not be able to afford mental health treatment.
Mount Laurel Police are looking for a man they believe stole $10,000 worth of North Face and Nike items on Dec. 13 along with four other masked men.
Electors are voting in each state to formalize President-elect Donald Trump's victory over Vice President Kamala Harris in the 2024 election.
Rain will clear out Tuesday morning and give way to partly sunny and mild conditions across the Philadelphia region.
Rain will clear out Tuesday morning and give way to partly sunny and mild conditions across the Philadelphia region.
The union representing municipal workers in Upper Darby, Pennsylvania, voted unanimously to authorize a strike on Monday.
PECO bills are set to rise in the new year thanks to a rate hike.
Rep. Brendan Boyle is demanding answers about the drones that have been spotted in the Philadelphia region and throughout New Jersey.
Over 30 cats were rescued from a home in South Philadelphia last week after their owner died.
Through a partnership with Camden County schools, the Thrive Network is working with children and families who might not be able to afford mental health treatment.
Mount Laurel Police are looking for a man they believe stole $10,000 worth of North Face and Nike items on Dec. 13 along with four other masked men.
Rain will clear out Tuesday morning and give way to partly sunny and mild conditions across the Philadelphia region.
An Atlantic City man was indicted for using drones to drop food dye packs into commercial and residential swimming pools in 2023, the prosecutor's office said on Monday.
Rep. Brendan Boyle is demanding answers about the drones that have been spotted in the Philadelphia region and throughout New Jersey.
Rain will clear out Tuesday morning and give way to partly sunny and mild conditions across the Philadelphia region.
After rain moved through the Delaware Valley, with even some snow across the Lehigh Valley and Poconos, the precipitation will move out for most of the second half of the day.
The holiday season is a season of giving, and many local organizations are helping support their communities with your help.
For fans tailgating ahead of Sunday's Eagles-Steelers matchup, expect most of the day to be cloudy and chilly with highs just barely reaching the 40s.
The Philadelphia area will see mostly sunny skies and chilly conditions with highs in the high 30s and a wind chill making it feel colder.
Sounds of the holiday season filled St. Jerome Church courtesy of visually impaired students from Saint Lucy's performing a Christmas concert.
Feds warn against eating multiple products containing the vegetable, including salads, wraps, party trays and meal kits.
A brain surgeon at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia has a mission to make cheerleading safer with the Stunt Showdown at Haverford College on Dec. 21.
The ERs at two Delaware County hospitals have reopened after temporarily closing due to radiology system problems, Delaware County officials told CBS News Philadelphia.
Walking pneumonia has increased all over the country and here in the Philadelphia region, where younger children are being especially hard hit.
More than 80% of retailers rolled out stricter return policies last year, research shows.
The mall many in Northeast Philadelphia still know as Franklin Mills is now called Franklin Mall.
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Deep divisions erupted Monday night during the final public comment session on the Philadelphia 76ers' proposal to build a $1.3 billion arena in Center City.
The southbound lanes of I-95 have reopened between the I-676 East and Market Street exits because a pedestrian was struck.
Philadelphia's annual Vision Zero report shows Roosevelt Boulevard is getting safer but Broad Street is getting more dangerous.
NJ Transit CEO Kevin Corbett is resigning effective Jan. 15, 2025, Gov. Phil Murphy announced Monday
A fatal crash involving two tractor-trailers and a minivan shut down the eastbound lanes of I-78 in Lehigh County, Pennsylvania.
A tractor-trailer overturned on a central Pennsylvania highway, sending lumber and debris all over the road.
Tyrese Maxey scored 40 points, Paul George added 33 points as the 76ers spoiled LaMelo Ball's return to the floor with a 121-108 win over the Hornets on Monday night.
Philadelphia was filled with a lot of green Monday after the Eagles won their franchise-record 10th straight game.
The Sixers say Joel Embiid remains out with a right sinus fracture and will be re-evaluated in about one week.
While Saquon Barkley had a setback in his chase, the Eagles RB still is chasing Eric Dickerson's NFL season rushing record.
Pribula will not be with Penn State when they host SMU this weekend in the first round of the College Football Playoff.
If you've found yourself caught up in the chaos of the holiday season and are looking to slow things down and enjoy a weekend of celebration, then you've come to the right place.
The cost of YouTube TV has soared nearly 140% since the streaming platform launched in 2017.
The transformative power of music is bringing hope and holiday cheer to people facing poverty in Philadelphia.
Mindy Kaling and Morris Chestnut announced the nominations for the 82nd annual Golden Globes, with 10 nominees revealed live on CBS News.
The lawsuit alleges the unidentified girl was raped at a Video Music Awards afterparty in 2000.
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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.
The Thrive Network, which provides mental health services to families in South Jersey, is working to make resources more affordable by partnering with schools in Camden County. Through the program, students struggling with trauma can get access to the help they need before problems escalate.
Police in Burlington County, New Jersey, are looking for five men suspected of stealing thousands of dollars worth of merchandise from the Dick's Sporting Goods store in Mount Laurel.
No security guards or bystanders were injured on Monday in the shooting at the Sylvia H. Rambo U.S. Courthouse on North Sixth Street in Dauphin County.
The union, Transport Workers Union Local 234, represents 115 workers who provide municipal services in Upper Darby, including garbage collection, snow removal, street and highway maintenance, street lighting, animal control and other services.
Svetlana Dali had been given an ankle monitor with GPS monitoring after her bond hearing in the stowaway case. She'd been ordered not to leave Philadelphia, except to attend court or meet with her lawyer or attend pre-trial services in New York.