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A disappearing lizard population in the mountains of Arizona shows how climate change is fast-tracking the rate of extinction.
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A disappearing lizard population in the mountains of Arizona shows how climate change is fast-tracking the rate of extinction.
Scientists are using a range of tools to protect the endangered wildlife that could disappear in coming decades.
This week, leading up to Earth Day, we’re showing you the dedication, creativity, and heart of people trying to protect life on Earth. Hurricanes that are getting more destructive are one of the threats that species face, like the Puerto Rican parrot — one of the most critically endangered birds in the world. CBS National Environmental Correspondent David Schechter introduces the people trying to save them.
A baby white-handed gibbon, a type of ape native to Southeast Asia, was born at the Philadelphia Zoo earlier this month. Baby Eros is visible to guests.
'Ajabu' the western lowland gorilla will be leaving the Philadelphia Zoo in January 2024.
Researchers were able to attract "one of the world's rarest rodents" in their endangered habitat using glass oil lamps filled with sesame oil.
The two-year-old Mila slipped off a bench after being given anesthesia for an important dental treatment, the zoo said.
A more personal perspective at Camden's Adventure Aquarium aims to inspire people to help save sea turtles.
New Jersey's Department of Environmental Protection has issued a violation notice against itself for wrongly clearing nearly 15 acres of a wildlife management area.
Wildlife conservationists in Alabama are expressing outrage after the body of an endangered type of sea turtle washed ashore with a beach chair wrapped around its neck.
The last herd of southern mountain caribou -- known as gray ghosts -- has reportedly dwindled down to the point where wildlife experts are calling them "functionally extinct"
Federal officials have announced more than $4 million in projects in four states as part of a wildfire-fighting strategy but the efforts could hurt training operations at numerous U.S. military facilities in the West.
The government is preparing insufficient protections for a ground-dwelling bird that has declined significantly over the past century and soon will face a possible endangered species listing.
A hearing was held in Harrisburg this past week to consider the federal plan to add the Long Eared Bat to the Endangered Species list. The idea was met with much opposition.
The request is an entry in this year's Albert M. Greenfield Foundation Unless Contest at the Philadelphia Zoo.
Josh First, a sportsman and self-described conservative, says if the aim of the bill is to pave the way for natural gas extraction or other business activities, it will not work.
Visitors were standing in line to see Mighty Mike, the aquarium's fourteen-foot, 800-pound American alligator.
The brothers were born June 9th and have since grown to about 28 pounds each.
Cold start to Wednesday morning in Philadelphia region, tracking another tropical system. Here's the full forecast.
Joel Embiid finished with 13 points in 26 minutes as the struggling Sixers fell to the Knicks, 109-99, at the Wells Fargo Center.
Trump in a statement said the two will work to "dismantle Government Bureaucracy, slash excess regulations, cut wasteful expenditures, and restructure Federal Agencies."
Pine Hill police said five officers and one firefighter were taken to the hospital for smoke inhalation due to the fire.
An arrest has been made in a 50-year-old murder case thanks to the diligent work of some New Jersey college students.
Cold start to Wednesday morning in Philadelphia region, tracking another tropical system. Here's the full forecast.
Joel Embiid finished with 13 points in 26 minutes as the struggling Sixers fell to the Knicks, 109-99, at the Wells Fargo Center.
SEPTA officials are set to propose a "historically high fare increase" and "major service cuts" as the agency grapples with a $240 million budget deficit.
Trump in a statement said the two will work to "dismantle Government Bureaucracy, slash excess regulations, cut wasteful expenditures, and restructure Federal Agencies."
The SS United States' departure from South Philadelphia's Pier 82 has been delayed yet again. Here's why.
Dozens of young women from Philadelphia were encouraged to pursue careers in STEM during an event at Penn Medicine.
The SS United States' departure from South Philadelphia's Pier 82 has been delayed yet again. Here's why.
Tuesday was a step in making the proposed Sixers arena a reality as Philadelphia City Council held its first public hearing.
The Center City District is bringing back car-free Open Streets: West Walnut for two Sundays in December after a successful launch.
All lanes reopened after a crash blocked westbound lanes of the Pennsylvania Turnpike near Bensalem on Tuesday morning.
Pine Hill police said five officers and one firefighter were taken to the hospital for smoke inhalation due to the fire.
An arrest has been made in a 50-year-old murder case thanks to the diligent work of some New Jersey college students.
Gov. Phil Murphy and other state officials will hold another briefing Wednesday to discuss the possible drought warning status.
Sean Higgins, the alleged drunk driver charged with killing Johnny Gaudreau and his brother, Matthew, appeared in court Tuesday.
Philadelphia's dry streak finally came to an end, but there's not much rain in the forecast this week.
Saint Mark's High School in Wilmington hosted a special event Monday to honor veterans, military members and their families.
Here's a list of events honoring veterans and their patriotism, plus some freebies and discounts for them this holiday.
Restrictions on fire and grilling are in place across the Philadelphia region as a means to prevent wildfires.
This brave teen's Delaware medical team agreed with her reasoning that life with a prosthetic would be better than the limitations she faced with her leg.
President-elect Donald Trump has promised a sweeping overhaul of the country's immigration policy, including deporting millions of people who came to the U.S. illegally, when he assumes office in 2025.
Dozens of young women from Philadelphia were encouraged to pursue careers in STEM during an event at Penn Medicine.
The packaging label omitted a key ingredient, prompting a Food and Drug Administration recall.
This brave teen's Delaware medical team agreed with her reasoning that life with a prosthetic would be better than the limitations she faced with her leg.
Cheese processed at plant in Lena, Illinois, may be tainted by bacteria that can cause serious and fatal infections.
Brailey Valenzuela became the fourth patient at CHOP to successfully undergo this type of fetal heart surgery.
The Hershey Company recently announced the acquisition of the sour candy brand, Sour Strips.
Von Maur, one of the country's top retailers, held its grand opening Saturday at South Hills Village.
Devon Seafood in Philadelphia's Rittenhouse Square is set to close on Dec. 31.
The University of the Arts' nine-property, 760,000-square-foot campus portfolio in Center City is up for sale.
The Star-Ledger and several other New Jersey newspapers will end their print publications in 2025.
All lanes reopened after a crash blocked westbound lanes of the Pennsylvania Turnpike near Bensalem on Tuesday morning.
Numerous changes to the NJ Transit Morris and Essex Lines and Northeast Corridor could impact commuters' schedules.
Lower Merion Police said a woman was struck and killed at City Avenue/US 1 and Conshohocken State Road by a driver in a dark-colored Toyota Camry.
SEPTA and TWU Local 234 workers will continue negotiations on a new contract after making progress at the bargaining table.
A strike by SEPTA workers could affect Philadelphia students who rely on public transportation to get to school.
Joel Embiid finished with 13 points in 26 minutes as the struggling Sixers fell to the Knicks, 109-99, at the Wells Fargo Center.
Tuesday was a step in making the proposed Sixers arena a reality as Philadelphia City Council held its first public hearing.
Kellen Moore had experience with the sunlight at AT&T Stadium during his time with the Cowboys as a player and coordinator.
Sean Higgins, the alleged drunk driver charged with killing Johnny Gaudreau and his brother, Matthew, appeared in court Tuesday.
Matvei Michkov had a goal and an assist, and then scored in the shootout to lead the Philadelphia Flyers to a 4-3 victory over the San Jose Sharks.
Mattel apologizes for inadvertently directing people to pornography site instead of one promoting upcoming film.
Judith Jamison, an internationally acclaimed dancer who later served as artistic director of the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater for two decades, has died at age 81.
The nominations for the 67th Grammy Awards have been announced, and the nominees include a long list of top music stars.
Quincy Jones, the multi-talented music legend who collaborated with everyone from Michael Jackson to Frank Sinatra, has died at 91, his family announced.
Philly sports fans unite in South Philly this weekend as the Eagles, Sixers and Flyers all have home games. Plus, we're talking star-studded concerts and fall festivals.
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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 Philadelphia City Council's second day of public hearings in the effort to move the Sixers arena to Center City gets underway Wednesday, with team representatives set to make their case on why the $1.3 billion project should be approved.
The Philadelphia region can expect chilly fall temperatures most of the week. Chief Meteorologist Bill Kelly has the forecast.
Sixteen apartment units were destroyed and at least 26 people were displaced after a massive fire at an apartment building in Pine Hill, New Jersey, on Tuesday night.
Chief Meteorologist Bill Kelly is in the NEXT Weather Sphere to show you the tropical disturbance that could become a hurricane, causing crews to delay moving the SS United States from Philadelphia to Florida.
New Jersey is now considering declaring a drought warning as dry conditions continue throughout the Garden State.