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Gov. Wolf Nominee Hits Rough Spot Over Role in 2011 Abortion Clinic Case
Pedro Cortés held the same position as secretary of the Pennsylvania Department of State under former governor Ed Rendell, when the Dr. Kermit Gosnell case transpired.
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Pedro Cortés held the same position as secretary of the Pennsylvania Department of State under former governor Ed Rendell, when the Dr. Kermit Gosnell case transpired.
The house, once occupied by convicted killer and abortion doctor Kermit Gosnell, is causing big problems for his Mantua neighbors.
Judge Jeffrey Minehart sentenced 56-year-old Eileen O'Neill on her conspiracy and theft convictions.
Convicted West Philadelphia abortion doctor Kermit Gosnell pleaded guilty in federal court Tuesday to running a "pill-mill" from which thousands of prescriptions for pain-killers were distributed.
A Philadelphia abortion provider serving life for murder has rejected a plea deal in a federal drug case.
The wife of convicted abortion doctor Kermit Gosnell has received a seven to 23 months sentence.
The judge sentenced co-defendant Elizabeth Hampton on Tuesday to a year of probation for lying to a grand jury about the patient's overdose death.
In a somewhat unusual move, Philadelphia prosecutors are expected to seek mercy this week for three women being sentenced for murder for their work at an abortion clinic whose operator was found guilty of killing babies born alive.
Pearl Gosnell was caught by surprise. She apparently didn't know her husband was going to agree to life in prison to avoid the death penalty.
Jurors said the case was emotionally tolling for all involved.
A judge imposed a third life sentence against West Philadelphia abortion doctor Kermit Gosnell Wednesday morning.
Gosnell agreed to forego any appeals in exchange for elimination of the death penalty.
Jurors, who deliberated for two-weeks, had come back late Monday morning with word that they were hung on two charges, but returned 4 hours later with the verdicts.
A Philadelphia jury today convicted West Philadelphia abortion doctor Kermit Gosnell on three counts of first-degree murder as well as involuntary manslaughter in the death of a woman who died during an abortion at his clinic.
After 8 grueling weeks of trial and deliberations, the jury in the murder trial of abortion Dr. Kermit Gosnell returns to work today for a 10th day of deliberations.
A Philadelphia jury is breaking for the weekend amid deliberations in the capital murder case of an abortion provider.
What has been lost during the clinical readback of the aide's testimony is the emotion: she broke down several times on the witness stand while testifying.
KYW's Tony Hanson reports the jury asked to re-hear the testimony of former clinic worker Linda Williams.
Jurors want to revisit the testimony of Lynda Williams, one of four former clinic workers who pleaded guilty to third-degree murder charges.
Lawyers in the case had an in-chambers conversation with Judge Jeffrey Minehart about TV crews taking pictures of jurors, apparently inadvertently, as they left the Criminal Justice Center on Monday.
A Philadelphia jury reviewed laws addressing murder and manslaughter without reaching a verdict Monday.
During its fifth day of deliberations, the jury in the trial of West Philadelphia abortion doctor Kermit Gosnell asked the court to redefine "degrees" of murder and other charges.
For weeks, jurors in Philadelphia heard grim testimony about deaths and squalor at Dr. Kermit Gosnell's inner-city abortion clinic. While they listened, the murder case reverberated far beyond the courtroom, changing — at least for the moment — the tone of the national debate on abortion.
Dr. Kermit Gosnell, 72, is charged with four counts of first-degree murder involving babies allegedly killed after being born alive and viable, and one count of third-degree murder in the death of a woman who died following an abortion.
Taney Street is named after Roger B. Taney, a Supreme Court Justice who tried to overturn the Missouri Compromise by arguing that Black people did not have the right to vote
Temperatures will hover near or below average through Wednesday but edge upwards to the 90s by Thursday and beyond.
Zack Wheeler, who allowed three home runs in a loss to the Yankees, said the Phillies "gotta figure it out" during this rough stretch of the season where the team has lost nine of their last 13 games.
Two battleground governors -- Pennsylvania's Josh Shapiro and Michigan's Gretchen Whitmer -- joined forces at a rally for Vice President Kamala Harris.
Ring the Bell PHL, the school district's back-to-school welcome tour, started Monday.
Two battleground governors -- Pennsylvania's Josh Shapiro and Michigan's Gretchen Whitmer -- joined forces at a rally for Vice President Kamala Harris.
Taney Street is named after Roger B. Taney, a Supreme Court Justice who tried to overturn the Missouri Compromise by arguing that Black people did not have the right to vote
Could Philadelphia have another chance to see the northern lights this year? Here's what our NEXT Weather meteorologists say.
Temperatures will hover near or below average through Wednesday but edge upwards to the 90s by Thursday and beyond.
Zack Wheeler, who allowed three home runs in a loss to the Yankees, said the Phillies "gotta figure it out" during this rough stretch of the season where the team has lost nine of their last 13 games.
Taney Street is named after Roger B. Taney, a Supreme Court Justice who tried to overturn the Missouri Compromise by arguing that Black people did not have the right to vote
Temperatures will hover near or below average through Wednesday but edge upwards to the 90s by Thursday and beyond.
Two battleground governors -- Pennsylvania's Josh Shapiro and Michigan's Gretchen Whitmer -- joined forces at a rally for Vice President Kamala Harris.
Seven weeks after UArts closed its doors, CBS News Philadelphia followed up with two former students, including a rising senior who was surprised to receive an email saying he had completed his degree.
Jennifer Briddes and her wife, Bonnie Stritzinger, are the owners of A Flick of the Wrist in Malvern, where messiness is the key to creativity.
Temperatures will hover near or below average through Wednesday but edge upwards to the 90s by Thursday and beyond.
Leaders in Camden, New Jersey, announced a new effort to crack down on illegal dumping, including monetary rewards for residents who help them arrest dumpers.
After a rain-free weekend, heat and humidity are building this week, with increased chances for showers and storms each day through Wednesday.
Leaders in Camden, New Jersey, plan to hand out up to $1,000 to anyone who provides information that helps lead to an arrest and conviction for illegal dumping.
The number of visitors to the Stone Harbor Museum has quadrupled this summer, thanks to a new exhibit all about Taylor Swift.
Temperatures will hover near or below average through Wednesday but edge upwards to the 90s by Thursday and beyond.
After a rain-free weekend, heat and humidity are building this week, with increased chances for showers and storms each day through Wednesday.
Sunday will be mostly sunny and very warm with a high of 89 degrees and some late-day clouds.
The last time we had rain-free weekend weather in the Philadelphia area was before Memorial Day.
Wiers Farm of Willard, Ohio is recalling peppers, green beans, cucumbers and other vegetables due to possible listeria monocytogene contamination.
A father-son team, bonded for life by a kidney transplant, is making their greatest trek yet to help raise awareness about life before and after a transplant.
Public health alert and multiple recalls issued after dangerous contaminant found in several brands of the spice.
Sen. John Fetterman has tested positive for COVID-19 and is working from home, according to the senator's official account on X.
Amid a widening listeria outbreak, Boar's Head is recalling all of its liverwurst products sold nationwide, as well as some deli meats.
Pertussis, commonly known as whooping cough, is on the rise, and vaccination rates are declining.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Zack Wheeler, who allowed three home runs in a loss to the Yankees, said the Phillies "gotta figure it out" during this rough stretch of the season where the team has lost nine of their last 13 games.
Carlos Estévez is coming to the Phillies when the bullpen needs some reinforcements. He's one of the best closers in baseball this season with a 2.38 ERA in 34 innings pitched with 32 strikeouts to five walks.
Team USA is battling for gold at the 2024 Paris Olympics. See how their medal haul stacks up against other countries in this count.
Fans can nominate themselves or someone they know for Philadelphia Eagles Fan of the Year online.
Frederick Richard, Asher Hong, Paul Juda, Brody Malone and Stephen Nedoroscik are the first American men to win a team gymnastics event at the Games since the 2008 Olympics.
The number of visitors to the Stone Harbor Museum has quadrupled this summer, thanks to a new exhibit all about Taylor Swift.
Lawyers for singer Justin Timberlake claim their client was not intoxicated when he was arrested for driving while intoxicated in the Hamptons in June.
"Mr. Vance, I pray that your daughter is fortunate enough to bear children of her own one day," Jennifer Aniston said.
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.
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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.
Ylaine Zhu a School District of Philadelphia student, is among the newest Gates Scholars.
Bill Kelly says Tuesday in the Philadelphia region will feature scattered showers and storms in the afternoon and night.
Supporters say they want to rename Taney Street after Caroline LeCount, a prominent educator and activist in the 19th century.
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro campaigned for Vice President Kamala Harris in his home state Monday, joined by Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer. Former President Trump has a rally planned for the state this week, too.
Seven weeks after the University of the Arts closed with very little notice, CBS News Philadelphia checked back in with students, including a rising senior who was surprised to receive an email telling him his degree was completed.
Could Philadelphia have another chance to see the northern lights this year? Our NEXT Weather meteorologists are breaking down why and how our area could have another chance to see the aurora borealis.