Camden is using mobile testing – and bubbles – to get more kids tested for lead
In Camden, 14% of kids have elevated levels of lead. Efforts are underway to make testing quick and easy.
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In Camden, 14% of kids have elevated levels of lead. Efforts are underway to make testing quick and easy.
Trenton has launched a new campaign to get more kids tested for lead poisoning after hundreds of students may have been exposed at a local school.
Trenton Mayor Reed Gusciora is concerned about the kids in his city after high levels of lead were found near a school and playground. The city is launching an effort to get children tested.
Ecuador's authorities allege that Carlos Aguilera, a cinnamon grinder in that country, is "the likely source" of the contaminated spices that led to the recall of WanaBana applesauce.
There are new details about the lead contamination at an elementary school in Trenton that is also impacting more than 100 properties in the city.
Concerns are growing over lead contamination in Trenton after the toxin was found this week on a school playground and at more than 100 properties.
FDA testing found "extremely high levels of lead contamination" in the cinnamon applesauce pouches, which have been recalled.
The agency said tighter standards would improve IQ scores in children and reduce high blood pressure and heart disease in adults.
Some schools are exposing children to daily doses of lead-tainted water.
Consumer Reports says potentially harmful levels of cadmium and lead were detected in some chocolate brands.
Bentex manufactured several top and legging or short sets that feature nine different characters, including Minnie Mouse and Baby Yoda.
The final vote tally might not be available on Election Day in Pennsylvania. A rule about mail-in ballots explains why.
Former President Donald Trump has mischaracterized investigations into a number of voter registration applications in Pennsylvania.
Democrat Eugene DePasquale, Republican Dave Sunday and several others are running in the race to become Pennsylvania Attorney General in the 2024 election.
New Castle County Executive Matt Meyer and state Rep. Mike Ramone are running to become the next governor of Delaware.
Sen. Bob Casey is vying for a fourth term against challenger and businessman Dave McCormick.
Many eyes will be on Pennsylvania this Election Day.
The final vote tally might not be available on Election Day in Pennsylvania. A rule about mail-in ballots explains why.
Former President Donald Trump has mischaracterized investigations into a number of voter registration applications in Pennsylvania.
Final polls before Election Day 2024 show Trump and Harris tied in key battleground states as Americans await results. See the latest updates and stream live coverage here.
Democrat Eugene DePasquale, Republican Dave Sunday and several others are running in the race to become Pennsylvania Attorney General in the 2024 election.
The final vote tally might not be available on Election Day in Pennsylvania. A rule about mail-in ballots explains why.
Democrat Eugene DePasquale, Republican Dave Sunday and several others are running in the race to become Pennsylvania Attorney General in the 2024 election.
Sen. Bob Casey is vying for a fourth term against challenger and businessman Dave McCormick.
Kamala Harris devoted much of her final full day on the campaign trail to reaching Latino voters in battleground Pennsylvania.
It was a busy day at the Chester County Government Center in West Goshen Township, as hundreds of people arrived to drop off their mail ballots on Monday.
The New Jersey Forest Fire Service is battling another multi-acre wildfire, this one in Waterford Township.
Plan on voting in person on Election Day? Here's how voters in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware can find their polling place.
A man died after he was shot by police during an alleged attempted burglary early Sunday morning in Haddon Township, the New Jersey attorney general's office said.
Dozens attended a vigil in Willingboro on Saturday in honor of Catherine and Marisol Nunez who were killed in a home invasion in Burlington County.
People living in Hadden Heights in South Jersey have had to travel to another town to buy alcohol. Things could change after Election Day.
New Castle County Executive Matt Meyer and state Rep. Mike Ramone are running to become the next governor of Delaware.
Plan on voting in person on Election Day? Here's how voters in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware can find their polling place.
New Jersey and Delaware poll workers have a long list of responsibilities. One of those roles is fashion police.
A shooting in Wilmington, Delaware, left a 22-year-old man dead and three others injured on Thursday afternoon, police said.
Thirty-two states require mail-in ballots to be received on or before Election Day, and some officials are encouraging voters to drop off ballots themselves instead of mailing them.
Rose Phillips works with Main Street to advocate for the Bucks County breast cancer community all year long.
The manufacturer of tumblers sold at Wawa stores says it has received four reports of cuts from the product's metal drinking straws.
Jefferson Health's new 3D-printed implants offer a life-changing option for patients who need spinal fusion.
Gene therapy has been revolutionary for people and it's also now being used in veterinary medicine.
Stephen Jennings and Samantha Mauser will run for the Children's Brain Tumor Foundation in the New York City Marathon.
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.
Montgomery County's Conshohocken Italian Bakery closed for good Sunday after baking up fresh bread, treats and tomato pies for more than 50 years.
The Wells Fargo Center is getting retail upgrades, including expanded clothing options for women and children and two new shopping spaces.
New Jersey-based Spirit Halloween is opening 10 new Christmas-themed stores, with the first opening its doors in October.
The 2024 Cooper Norcross Run the Bridge event will shut down the Ben Franklin Bridge for a few hours on Sunday morning.
Interstate 76 in Philadelphia reopened between Montgomery Drive and City Ave after a brush fire on Thursday night.
State police said a man was killed in an accident on I-95 North in Newport, Delaware, on Tuesday night.
All lanes on Interstate 495 North between Terminal Avenue and 12th Street/Brandywine in Wilmington, Delaware, have reopened after a crash Tuesday morning.
Philadelphia City Council has unanimously approved a controversial new bill aimed at keeping cyclists safe and bike lanes clear.
Paul George called his performance "rusty" after he made his Sixers debut Monday after missing five games with a knee injury.
Jason Kelce apologized on "Monday Night Countdown" after a viral incident at Penn State on Saturday.
The Phillies acquired two pitchers in a series of roster moves Monday, shortly after MLB teams could start signing free agents.
Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver A.J. Brown left Sunday's game against Jacksonville with a knee injury.
Barring a setback, Paul George will make his highly anticipated 76ers debut on Monday night against the Suns, CBS Sports reported.
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.
"Tabletop for CHOP" is using Dungeons and Dragons and other tabletop games to raise money for Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.
Rapper Young Thug, whose given name is Jeffery Williams, pleaded guilty Thursday to gang, drug and gun charges.
Last year's reigning champs won the 2024 spooktacular house for the Great Halloween Tour of Mt. Holly in Burlington County, New Jersey.
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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 Election Day and polls are now open across the Delaware Valley. Here are your top headlines across the Philadelphia region on this Election Day, plus the NEXT Weather forecast.
Democratic Rep. Andy Kim and Republican businessman Curtis Bashaw are on the ballot in New Jersey to fill the seat left vacant by convicted former Sen. Bob Menendez, along with candidates from several smaller parties. It has been 52 years since New Jersey voters elected a Republican senator.
Rideshare apps Uber and Lyft have discounted rides to the polls on Election Day and other nonpartisan groups are helping get out the vote. One group encouraging voter participation is Philadelphia's Committee of Seventy, whose CEO Lauren Cristella joins CBS News Philadelphia to talk everything elections in the Keystone State.
Philadelphia police are investigating a shooting in the city's Frankford section. Officials say the victim, a 28-year-old man who is partially paralyzed, was lying in bed when he was shot inside his home, Tuesday morning.
City, county and state leaders in Pennsylvania said election security will be a priority as voters head to the polls Tuesday. In Philadelphia, District Attorney Larry Krasner warned against voter interference, and in crucial Bucks County, officials said workers are prepared to process hundreds of thousands of ballots. CBS News Philadelphia's Wakisha Bailey and Ross DiMattei have more.