Detective who works with pit bull K-9s helps get other bully dogs adopted
Richard Jones, a Trainer, Pennsylvania police detective, is trying to find a loving family for every bully dog stuck in a Philadelphia area shelter.
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Richard Jones, a Trainer, Pennsylvania police detective, is trying to find a loving family for every bully dog stuck in a Philadelphia area shelter.
Detective Richard Jones in Trainer, Pennsylvania, believes in pit bulls. He works with two K-9s, Ace and Jack, who were both pulled from shelters and trained to be working dogs! Now he promotes pit bulls available for adoption at local shelters run by the Pennsylvania SPCA.
The dogs' kidnappers tried to ransom the animals for over $1,135,000, Swiss police said Saturday.
A Cherry Hill woman is thankful for a community of volunteers who used on-the-ground tracking skills and a drone, to help her track her lost dog.
Pennsylvania SPCA animal advocate Carol Erickson tells us about new research that shows there might be benefits to having your dog sleep with you at night.
Your future furry friend may not be too far out of reach. The Eagles are waiving adoption fees at three shelters in Pennsylvania through the rest of the playoff season.
Can cats and dogs eat turkey and other Thanksgiving foods? Here's what experts say about what is safe and not.
More than 1,000 canines will compete for top dog honors this weekend
Gene therapy has been revolutionary for people and it's also now being used in veterinary medicine.
A group of dog owners is raising money for a clinical trial that's been described as a potential game changer for pups with a rare disease.
Dog lovers and their pets came together for the 18th Annual Mutt Strut to raise money for PAWS, the city's largest nonprofit animal rescue.
Kate revealed a new member of the family on our newscast this morning! They adopted a Bernedoodle from Zoe's House Rescue in Reading, Pa. and named her Dolly.
ACCT Philly and BISSELL Pet Foundation think now is a great time to find a new furry companion. The “Empty the Shelter" campaign starts Tuesday and runs through Oct. 15. Adoption fees are just $10 for any dog, cat or critter. The $10 fee also applies to all the animals in foster care.
Pennsylvania SPCA animal advocate Carol Erickson explains why your dog might have trouble sleeping, and what to do to help you both get a better night of rest.
In honor of National Dog Day, Philadelphia International Airport is throwing a little "paw-ty" to celebrate some extraordinary pups: the airport's Wagging Tails Brigade.
The Single-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies, the Threshers, may have fallen to the Blue Jays in Friday's matchup, but the team will surely remember the game for a different reason.
A Bucks County veterinary clinic is part of a clinical trial for pet owners interested in extending their dog's life expectancy.
Helping dogs live longer, better lives – that's the aim of a new experimental drug. It's a pill that's designed to slow down the aging process, so our beloved dogs can be with us a little longer.
Main Street in the Manayunk section of Philadelphia was bustling with furry, four-legged companions and their owners for the Dog Day of Summer street festival.
Main Street in Manayunk was bustling with furry, four-legged companions and their owners on Saturday for the Dog Day of Summer, a street festival dedicated to celebrating the love between dogs and their loving parents.
For dogs, panting is their way of sweating, but there are other reasons your dog might be panting that don't have to do with warm weather.
While on average cats live just to be nearly 12 years old, a study says certain behaviors can shorten the lifespan of our feline companions. Pennsylvania SPCA animal advocate Carol Erickson explains.
It can be frustrating for owners when dogs ignore their commands. Pennsylvania SPCA animal advocate Carol Erickson explains why your dog might have a tough time listening to you.
A new mobile health unit in Pennsylvania provides health care for cats, dogs and people. Health reporter Stephanie Stahl has the details.
It's the age-old question: Are cats or dogs smarter? It's a tough question to answer.
Old man winter is not done with us yet. A dangerously cold day is on tap as subfreezing temperatures return to the Delaware Valley.
The Center City dive bar is raising its minimum age to 25 in an effort to crack down on underage drinking and disruptive behavior.
In her five decades leading Temple University's women's fencing program, Dr. Nikki Franke broke barriers and built opportunities for future generations.
Prosecutors have dropped the most serious assault charge against Penn State hockey star Gavin McKenna.
Timothy Sapp Sr. died on Jan. 28 while he was on shift as a heavy equipment operator removing snow in Philadelphia.
Camden firefighter Howard Bennett died after falling into the icy Delaware River Thursday.
Old man winter is not done with us yet. A dangerously cold day is on tap as subfreezing temperatures return to the Delaware Valley.
The Center City dive bar is raising its minimum age to 25 in an effort to crack down on underage drinking and disruptive behavior.
The bipartisan "Bell-to-Bell" bill bars students from using their phones any time they're in school, not just during instructional periods.
In her five decades leading Temple University's women's fencing program, Dr. Nikki Franke broke barriers and built opportunities for future generations.
The Center City dive bar is raising its minimum age to 25 in an effort to crack down on underage drinking and disruptive behavior.
In her five decades leading Temple University's women's fencing program, Dr. Nikki Franke broke barriers and built opportunities for future generations.
Timothy Sapp Sr. died on Jan. 28 while he was on shift as a heavy equipment operator removing snow in Philadelphia.
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.
Yonkers, New York, man Dijani Brown was wanted for sexual assaults of teen girls in Manor Township and Horsham Township, Pennsylvania.
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.
A number of restaurants in the Philadelphia area landed on OpenTable's list of the Top 100 Romantic Restaurants in the U.S.
After a portion of the Keansburg Fishing Pier crashed into the Raritan Bay, there's now concern at other marinas and piers that are being hit by ice chunks.
John Quinesso Sr., a World War II veteran from South Jersey, still drives himself everywhere he needs to go.
Construction workers leaving the Hudson Tunnel worksite in New York City had no idea if or when they would return.
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.
A Delaware man is behind bars after he allegedly attacked two other men over a parking dispute, police say.
A teenager and a 21-year-old man were injured in a shooting in Wilmington Monday afternoon, police said.
Following Sunday's major winter storm, multiple businesses, organizations and event centers are staying closed on Monday.
A new kind of joint replacement is now available for people who have a certain kind of arthritis in the hand.
A person with a confirmed case of measles visited an urgent care center in Collegeville, Pennsylvania, last month, health officials said.
A toddler and a dog from Los Angeles have a unique bond that came together thanks to a Philly doctor and a story from CBS News Philadelphia.
New Jersey has less than a one-week supply of red blood cells and less than a day's supply of platelets, health officials say.
For Kolin and his family, CHOP was a home away from home while he waited for a heart transplant.
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 city says residents shouldn't park on a major stretch of South Broad Street in Philadelphia Tuesday for a snow removal operation.
Traffic is starting to move again on Roosevelt Boulevard after a fatal crash shut down the road in both directions Friday morning.
Snow-covered sidewalks, freezing temperatures and more have made commutes challenging for many public transit riders across Philadelphia.
Philadelphia is closing several roads in Center City Tuesday night to remove snow after a winter storm dumped nearly 10 inches over the weekend.
Transportation service will ramp up gradually Monday across the Philadelphia area following the weekend snowstorm.
Prosecutors have dropped the most serious assault charge against Penn State hockey star Gavin McKenna.
Eagles superfan Ed Callahan, 79, won the NFL's 2025 Fan of the Year award on Thursday night.
Sonny Jurgensen's strong arm, keen wit and affable personality made him one of the most beloved figures in Washington football history.
Don't miss the 2026 Winter Olympics opening ceremony. Here's how to watch live, stream for free and catch replays.
Tim Stutzle charged past Travis Sanheim and scored on a backhand shot 47 seconds into overtime, helping the Ottawa Senators to a 2-1 victory over the struggling Flyers.
Don't miss the 2026 Winter Olympics opening ceremony. Here's how to watch live, stream for free and catch replays.
The Temple University Jazz Band is releasing its first internationally-recorded album after placing first at the National Collegiate Jazz Championship.
Mural Arts Philadelphia is looking for an artist or team of artists to design a mural honoring Boyz II Men's contributions to music and culture as the city celebrates America's 250th anniversary.
Chuck Negron, a founding member of Three Dog Night whose lead vocals powered a string of hits for one of the top rock acts of the late 1960s and early '70s has died. He was 83.
Bad Bunny used his Grammy acceptance speech on Sunday to denounce U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and call for the end of the ongoing immigration crackdown.
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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.
Old man winter is not done with us yet. A dangerously cold day is on tap as subfreezing temperatures return to the Delaware Valley. Bill Kelly has the forecast.
A Center City dive bar is raising its minimum age to 25 in an effort to crack down on underage drinking and disruptive behavior. Ross DiMattei reports.
Sonny Jurgensen, a Hall of Fame quarterback who began his legendary career with the Philadelphia Eagles, has died. He was 91.
For 50 years, fencing coach Nikki Franke tore down barriers to help usher in future generations of women fencers, while exposing the sport to inner city youth. Krystle Rich reports.
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro and Philadelphia community leaders are condemning President Trump's racist social media post about the Obamas.