Immigration advocates demand mayor reassert Philly's sanctuary city status
Immigration advocates demand Mayor Cherelle Parker reassert Philadelphia's status as a sanctuary city as President-elect Donald Trump prepares for a second presidency.
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Immigration advocates demand Mayor Cherelle Parker reassert Philadelphia's status as a sanctuary city as President-elect Donald Trump prepares for a second presidency.
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.
President-elect Donald Trump has promised a sweeping overhaul of the country's immigration policy when he assumes office on January 20. This also includes deporting millions of people who came to the U.S. illegally. Now immigration rights groups are exploring legal options to protect immigrants.
CBS News fact checked the biggest claims made by Tim Walz and JD Vance during the vice presidential debate.
We’re highlighting diverse voices during Hispanic Heritage Month. Marcella Baietto shares the story of a Philly-based comedian who's a permanent resident after growing up undocumented. He's now using humor to break barriers and teach others about the ongoing uncertainty surrounding his immigration status.
Vice President Kamala Harris spoke to a National Association of Black Journalists panel in Philadelphia on Tuesday.
On "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Sen. JD Vance condemned the threat of violence in Springfield, Ohio, despite amplifying the false claims.
A federal judge temporarily blocked the Biden administration from granting legal status to undocumented immigrants married to U.S. citizens under a new program.
Former President Donald Trump discussed the Southern border while campaigning in Arizona Thursday. His running mate, Ohio Sen. JD Vance, campaigned in Georgia.
U.S. Border Patrol agents made 56,000 migrant apprehensions along the U.S.-Mexico border in July, the lowest number since September 2020.
Dozens of new American citizens participated in a naturalization ceremony aboard the Battleship New Jersey on July 4 in Camden.
The Biden administration's program will benefit unauthorized immigrants with American citizen spouses, if they have lived in the U.S. for at least 10 years.
The program would offer work permits and deportation protections to unauthorized immigrants married to U.S. citizens, as long as they have lived in the U.S. for at least 10 years, sources said.
Immigration and Customs Enforcement monitors more than a quarter-million migrants in the U.S. through smartphones, but ICE admits its latest technology faces challenges.
The immigrant rights organizations called on President Biden and both Pennsylvania senators to stop the pursuit of legislation they say restricts asylum eligibility, closes the border and further militarizes immigration enforcement.
Earlier this week, President Biden unveiled a new executive action authorizing U.S. immigration officials to deport large numbers of migrants without processing their asylum claims.
President Joe Biden addressed the economy, immigration and foreign wars in his State of the Union speech. Sen. Katie Britt provided the Republican response.
President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump held dueling events in Texas near the U.S.-Mexico border. A record number of migrants were apprehended at the border last year.
Both Donald Trump and Joe Biden are looking to tackle some of the campaign's most pressing issues this week on the campaign trail: immigration and border security.
President Biden is weighing citing a law dating back to 1952 to severely restrict access to the U.S. asylum system, three people familiar with the plans told CBS News.
President Joe Biden is urging Congress to pass the bill, which would overhaul parts of the U.S. immigration system and provide wartime aid to Ukraine and Israel.
The White House and a bipartisan Senate group could soon strike a deal to enact stricter asylum and border laws.
Asylum seekers bound for New York City have been passing through New Jersey transit centers, officials say.
Hundreds of asylum seekers have been dropped off in Trenton and other New Jersey cities this week, the governor and local officials say. Most of the migrants have continued on trains to New York City.
New Jersey officials are tracking buses filled with asylum seekers arriving at various suburban transit centers who then quickly board trains and buses to New York City.
Norristown Police Chief Jacqueline Bailey-Davis has resigned after about a year in the role.
Swifties near and far come together to show support for a Pipersville, Bucks County preteen after a terminal cancer diagnosis.
Three Eagles greats and other special guests surprised students with gifts during the launch of Operation Snowball.
Sen. John Fetterman wore an Eagles hat on Capitol Hill Tuesday after losing a bet when the Eagles beat the Steelers.
The FBI is warning people about pointing lasers at aircraft after a New Jersey-based pilot was injured.
Kelvin Roberts, the second man wanted in a deadly Lower Merion home invasion, was arrested in Montgomery County on Tuesday.
Norristown Police Chief Jacqueline Bailey-Davis has resigned after about a year in the role.
Swifties near and far come together to show support for a Pipersville, Bucks County preteen after a terminal cancer diagnosis.
Three Eagles greats and other special guests surprised students with gifts during the launch of Operation Snowball.
Sen. John Fetterman wore an Eagles hat on Capitol Hill Tuesday after losing a bet when the Eagles beat the Steelers.
Norristown Police Chief Jacqueline Bailey-Davis has resigned after about a year in the role.
Swifties near and far come together to show support for a Pipersville, Bucks County preteen after a terminal cancer diagnosis.
A lawsuit alleges the Perkiomen School, a private school in Pennsburg, Pennsylvania, failed to maintain a safe campus.
Your favorite Philadelphia sports mascots want you to cozy up by the fireplace with a special YouTube video this year.
A teenager was stabbed near the KFC at Broad Street and Girard Avenue in North Philadelphia, officials said.
The FBI is warning people about pointing lasers at aircraft after a New Jersey-based pilot was injured.
Crews responded to a fire at a home on West Jimmie Leeds Road on Tuesday morning.
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.
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.
Your favorite Philadelphia sports mascots want you to cozy up by the fireplace with a special YouTube video this year.
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.
ESPN's Adam Schefter reported Monday that the Hornets are "in discussions" to bring on Michael Vick to lead the program.
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.
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.
“It’s nice to have a friend…” The Taylor Swift lyrics are imitating real life for a Bucks County pre-teen after a terminal cancer diagnosis. Nikki DeMentri goes to Pipersville where Swifties both near and far are coming together to show support.
The Philadelphia region can expect dry conditions overnight, but rain will hit the region Wednesday evening. Chief meteorologist Bill Kelly has the forecast.
Gritty, Franklin, Swoop, Phang and others join the Phillie Phanatic in the Philadelphia Phillies clubhouse for this year's holiday yule log video.
Three Eagles greats and other special guests partnered with toy companies and retailers to launch Operation Snowball. They surprised students in the School District of Philadelphia with a gift and some Eagles pride. Josh Sanders and Photojournalist Tom Gardiner tagged along.
Pennsylvania U.S. Senator John Fetterman is making good on the bet he lost to Mayor Cherelle Parker. Fetterman wore an Eagles hat on Capitol Hill on Tuesday because the Eagles beat the Steelers on Sunday.