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Cell Phones Allowed In School? It Depends
Tuesday is the first day of school for Philadelphia public school students. Parents may wonder, whether their children are allowed to bring cell phones to school.
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Tuesday is the first day of school for Philadelphia public school students. Parents may wonder, whether their children are allowed to bring cell phones to school.
A quarter billion dollar plan to replace or renovate rest stops along the New Jersey Turnpike and the Garden State Parkway is expected to be approved by state officials later this month.
Final preparations are underway for next weekend's 26th annual Doylestown Arts Festival.
Governor Wolf is calling on lawmakers to enact legislation that would provide for universal lead testing of all infants in Pennsylvania.
A small contingent from the New Jersey National Guard should be on the ground late Thursday in Houston to aid in rescue efforts in the wake of Hurricane Harvey.
For current Villanova men's head basketball coach Jay Wright, the death of his mentor is a loss he will never forget.
City Health Commissioner Thomas Farley says numerous studies have shown that more smokers will quit as the price of cigarettes goes up.
Frustrated over the ongoing opioid crisis, Bensalem's mayor has announced that they're planning to sue the pharmaceutical companies behind the pills.
La Salle University sociologist and businessman Charles Gallagher and and Trump supporter Calvin Tucker debated some of the recent policies making headlines under the new administration.
A Philadelphia restaurateur who is no stranger to disaster is asking fellow chefs to step up and help restaurant owners impacted by Harvey in Texas.
The Danny Rocco era at the University of Delaware will get underway on Thursday night when the Blue Hens host Delaware State to open the 2017 season.
With the start of classes in Archdiocesan High Schools now a week away, there is still no contract for teachers, despite a summer of negotiations.
The Arena Bowl Champions returned to the Courtyard at City Hall to celebrate their second title is as many years with their loyal fans.
More than 200 former high school dropouts marched down North Broad Street Wednesday. It was just one step in the effort to reclaim their education.
The Salvation Army of Southeastern Pennsylvania and Delaware is preparing to send volunteers to Texas to help the hurricane-weary refugees.
The Eagles' depth chart appeared to be set at quarterback before training camp got underway. An injury has changed the rotation throughout the preseason.
His name is Greg Jackson, Jr., but his family calls him Superman.
A Delaware County man charged with possession of child pornography also faces other, unrelated charges after authorities made an unexpected discovery during their investigation.
Prices on more than 400 bottles of liquor and wine are going up at Pennsylvania liquor stores.
Tucker Durkin is enjoying success as both a player with the Major League Lacrosse's Florida Launch and head men's lacrosse coach at Division III Bryn Athyn College in Montgomery County.
A judge is now allowing Philadelphia's police union to challenge the release of an officer's name, if they are involved in a shooting.
The online giant's takeover of the grocer closed Monday, and its first order of business was making some items more affordable.
With a third of the nation's refineries in Texas, how might Tropical Storm Harvey affect our gas prices?
Pennsylvania Task Force One is on a 22-hour drive to the naval base in Fort Worth, Texas.
Revenue from Philadelphia's sweetened beverage tax continues to lag behind expectations. But city officials still say it's not time to revise their projections.
Amid the political fight over IVF and abortion, a Pennsylvania woman shares her journey to motherhood.
Black widow spiders are known for their distinct look and painful bites. Learn how to deal with black widows.
A Bucks County veterinary clinic is part of a clinical trial for pet owners interested in extending their dog's life expectancy.
A shooting in Philadelphia's Olney section left one teen dead and another critically injured early Monday morning, police said.
Oren Burks is still limited, but he hopes to earn a spot on the Eagles' roster in the final week of training camp.
Republican vice presidential nominee JD Vance spoke about the economy at a campaign event in Philadelphia today.
Amid the political fight over IVF and abortion, a Pennsylvania woman shares her journey to motherhood.
A Bucks County veterinary clinic is part of a clinical trial for pet owners interested in extending their dog's life expectancy.
The Middle Thorofare Bridge/Two Mile Bridge, which connects Wildwood Crest to Cape May, New Jersey, will be closed for an unknown amount of time.
A shooting in Philadelphia's Olney section left one teen dead and another critically injured early Monday morning, police said.
Amid the political fight over IVF and abortion, a Pennsylvania woman shares her journey to motherhood.
A Bucks County veterinary clinic is part of a clinical trial for pet owners interested in extending their dog's life expectancy.
Oren Burks is still limited, but he hopes to earn a spot on the Eagles' roster in the final week of training camp.
On Monday, a federal judge ruled the SS United States Conservancy cannot remain at the South Philadelphia pier beyond Sept. 12.
Jalen Hurts has gotten noticeably better against the blitz during training camp, showing improvements in his biggest weakness last year.
Young author Faith Johnson discovered her abilities were endless at Woodruff School, and now she inspires others with her stories.
The Middle Thorofare Bridge/Two Mile Bridge, which connects Wildwood Crest to Cape May, New Jersey, will be closed for an unknown amount of time.
The severe storms across the Philadelphia region will taper off overnight and set up a beautiful week across the Delaware Valley.
We will see some rain Saturday around the Philadelphia region, but the bigger concern is Sunday, a NEXT Weather Alert Day.
Even though Hurricane Ernesto is still hundreds of miles away, the Ventnor City Beach Patrol anticipates swimming will be restricted to waist-deep water this weekend, if allowed at all.
We will see some rain Saturday around the Philadelphia region, but the bigger concern is Sunday, a NEXT Weather Alert Day.
It'll be warmer in the Delaware Valley today and Friday, with temperatures in the upper 80s. Humidity and the chance for storms will ramp up heading into the weekend.
Wednesday in the Philadelphia region will once again be filled with sunny skies, comfortable temps and low humidity.
Team USA dominated the 2024 Paris Olympics with a total of 126 medals, and the efforts of athletes from Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware were crucial to this success. Here's a recap of how these local stars made their mark.
A Newark, Delaware, apartment building was evacuated after a large fire broke out Tuesday afternoon, fire officials said.
A Bucks County veterinary clinic is part of a clinical trial for pet owners interested in extending their dog's life expectancy.
The 43-year-old actress, who shared the news in the latest episode of her "Pod Meets World" podcast, said "learning from the experiences of others" motivated her to share the diagnosis.
Perdue Foods is recalling more than 167,000 pounds of frozen chicken nuggets and tenders after some customers reported finding metal wire embedded in the products.
The CDC said the outbreak is linked to turtles with shells less than four inches in length.
On Saturday, Temple Health will hold a community block party where Philadelphians can get free services and screenings.
On Saturday, former President Donald Trump again sought to deliver a campaign message focused on the economy in Wilkes-Barre.
Wawa broke ground in West Virginia, moving into an area where rival Sheetz already operates dozens of stores.
Carter Melons sells mouth-watering watermelons with red, yellow and orange flesh, and the business is a family operation dating back seven decades.
The decades-long Atlantic City Airshow tradition was canceled last month and now local businesses are feeling the pain.
Videoboards are being added to the stadium among other improvement projects.
The man who died in the crash on Kelly Drive in Philadelphia was the passenger of an Uber that made an illegal turn, police said.
SEPTA Regional Rail trains were delayed Thursday night because of power loss near 30th Street Station, the agency said.
Work is underway for Phase 1 of the 14-mile, multi-year plan spanning from West Chester Pike to Interstate 95 in Delaware County, Pennsylvania.
The Noble Street Bridge in Philadelphia is closed indefinitely because of problems with the support beams, officials said.
SEPTA says parking fees will return in a phased approach beginning on Monday, Sept. 23, and daily parking rates will increase.
Oren Burks is still limited, but he hopes to earn a spot on the Eagles' roster in the final week of training camp.
Jalen Hurts has gotten noticeably better against the blitz during training camp, showing improvements in his biggest weakness last year.
Keibert Ruiz homered for the third time in four games, Alex Call and James Wood also went deep and the Washington Nationals snapped a four-game skid and avoided a series sweep with a 6-4 win over the NL-leading Philadelphia Phillies.
Council Rock Newtown's next game in the Little League World Series will be on Tuesday night.
Guerschon Yabusele, who led France to the gold medal game in the Paris Olympics, will sign with the Sixers, a source said.
The 43-year-old actress, who shared the news in the latest episode of her "Pod Meets World" podcast, said "learning from the experiences of others" motivated her to share the diagnosis.
Phil Donahue, a celebrated daytime talk show host who pioneered the television staple, died after a long illness, his publicist said in a statement.
Despite the threat of severe weather, thousands attended the Pink concert in Philadelphia at Lincoln Financial Field.
John Aprea landed his first break in the 1967 Steve McQueen classic "Bullitt" before landing the role of young Salvatore "Sal" Tessio in "The Godfather Part II."
There were 37 bids for the iconic hat won by Harrison Ford, who played the intrepid archaeologist, Indiana Jones, according to the auction house Propstore.
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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.
Top Democrats who spoke to CBS News Philadelphia said they expect President Biden to be celebrated on the first night of the Democratic National Convention in Chicago Monday.
The new gel is made from algae and some say the technology could transform trauma care.
Bill Kelly has the latest forecast for the Philadelphia region as we begin a gorgeous stretch.
Karen Ploch of Collegeville, Pennsylvania, shares her IVF story amid the political fight over the process and abortion. An anti-abortion advocate weighs in as well.
In an order handed down Monday, a federal judge sided with Penn Warehousing, ruling the famed cruise liner the SS United States Conservancy cannot remain at the South Philadelphia pier beyond Sept. 12.