Gov. Wolf Woos Energy Industry Engineers in Philadelphia for Annual Convention
The governor reassured the group of his support for the state's flourishing natural gas industry.
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The governor reassured the group of his support for the state's flourishing natural gas industry.
For the larger exhibits, like J. Downend Landscaping of Ridley Township's 1,200 square foot Finding Nemo Underwater Adventure theme, operations manager Tom Morris says the union help was just that - helpful, unlike previous years.
Drew Becher, president of the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society, says attendance the first few days of the show is exceeding expectations, so he doesn't think weather is a factor.
The 187th Philadelphia Flower Show opened Saturday with its annual preview of spring. This year, the show celebrates Hollywood, especially Disney.
A city council committee has given the go-ahead to allowing massive, 3-D electronic billboards within a small portion of Center City, despite the objection of some residents.
The Pennsylvania Convention Center is now rolling out the red carpet for everything floral.
The 2016 Democratic National Convention will be held in the Wells Fargo Center, but city officials expect the Pennsylvania Convention Center to get a lot of use.
Martin O'Rourke from the Carpenters Union disputes this claim, saying members were exercising their first amendment right to protest.
The Philadelphia Auto Show in particular is a bellwether nationally of consumer preference, as a third of the attendees are likely to buy new cars in the next 12 months.
The Pennsylvania Convention Center has won another round against the Carpenters and Teamsters unions. The state Labor Relations Board declined to hear the unions' complaint.
The Union selected Dzenan Catic and Eric Bird at the MLS SuperDraft on Thursday.
Forbes Magazine says the annual summit -- which debuted in Philadelphia -- will make the City of Brotherly Love its home for the foreseeable future.
Preliminary numbers for 2014 show the center city occupancy rate was at 76 percent.
It's a last-minute flurry of feathers as the eleven Fancy Brigades complete their extravagant pieces that will adorn their indoor performances on New Year's Day.
Landing one of the largest conventions in the nation is adding to the momentum that the Pennsylvania Convention Center is building.
Catholic school educators in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia gathered inside the Convention Center Friday for the first "Archbishop's Day for Teachers and Administrators."
Women from all over the country flocked to the Pennsylvania Convention Center today for the sold-out Pennsylvania Conference for Women, which included an all-star line up of inspirational speakers.
As thousands of infectious disease practitioners from all over the world are in Philadelphia, the word on the tip of their lips is Ebola.
The meeting is a rare and important second visit, which means planners will be able to compare costs before and after the customer satisfaction agreement signed in May, which simplifies work rules.
Philadelphia will play host to Forbes Magazine's "30 under 30" summit in mid-October, not only a brain-storming session by those who've made it, but a springboard for those who want to.
The American Civil Liberties Union has filed its fifth lawsuit against the Philadelphia police department related to police interfering with civilians trying to photograph arrests.
Up for discussion at the Pennsylvania Convention Center? How to solve the world's problems over the next half-century.
About 8,000 members of the National Association of Letter Carriers are in Philadelphia, many with family members.
More than 20,000 members of one of the country's oldest African American fraternity's have converged in Philadelphia this weekend -- and their focus is service.
The carpenters call it a lockout. Convention Center management says the union missed a contract deadline.
For several days, Philadelphia police have been monitoring social media and keeping an eye on threats related to looting and other unrest in the city.
Philadelphia police say a woman was shot during an apparent road rage incident on Temple University's campus Friday evening.
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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.
Jalen Hurts is good to play against the Cowboys after Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni revealed the quarterback may be injured.
For several days, Philadelphia police have been monitoring social media and keeping an eye on threats related to looting and other unrest in the city.
Philadelphia police say a woman was shot during an apparent road rage incident on Temple University's campus Friday evening.
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.
SEPTA workers have been negotiating a new contract since June.
Jalen Hurts is good to play against the Cowboys after Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni revealed the quarterback may be injured.
For several days, Philadelphia police have been monitoring social media and keeping an eye on threats related to looting and other unrest in the city.
Philadelphia police say a woman was shot during an apparent road rage incident on Temple University's campus Friday evening.
On Friday, police announced the arrest of two more people in connection with the illegal car meetups throughout Philadelphia in late September.
A tight race in western Pennsylvania decided the balance of power in the state legislature's lower chamber.
Philadelphia teacher Ellen Greenberg died in 2011 in what was ruled a suicide – but her parents argue Ellen was murdered.
New Jersey Forest Fire Service crews are battling at least three wildfires under unusually dry conditions.
The drought in New Jersey is putting serious stress on two of the Garden State's top crops – blueberries and cranberries.
Crews are battling multiple wildfires burning across New Jersey, including at the Glassboro Wildlife Management Area.
Roads have reopened around the Black Run Preserve in Evesham Township, New Jersey, as crews work to contain the Bethany Run Wildfire.
The 120-year ban on alcohol sales in Haddon Heights, New Jersey, could soon come to an end.
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.
Delaware State University will become the first historically Black institution to offer Division I women's wrestling.
Delaware's Sarah McBride will be the first openly trans person to hold a seat in Congress.
Delaware voters are selecting their next governor, lieutenant governor and members of the U.S. Senate and House of Representatives.
Democratic New Castle County Executive Matt Meyer has defeated Republican state Rep. Mike Ramone to become the next governor of Delaware, CBS News projects.
Brailey Valenzuela became the fourth patient at CHOP to successfully undergo this type of fetal heart surgery.
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.
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.
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.
SEPTA workers have been negotiating a new contract since June.
A strike by SEPTA workers could affect Philadelphia students who rely on public transportation to get to school.
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.
Jalen Hurts is good to play against the Cowboys after Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni revealed the quarterback may be injured.
Some big changes are coming to the Phillies' front office, with Sam Fuld and Preston Mattingly each receiving promotions.
Owen Tippett scored the tying goal in the closing minutes of regulation, then got the clinching shootout goal as the Flyers beat the Lightning, 2-1.
Delaware State University will become the first historically Black institution to offer Division I women's wrestling.
Philadelphia City Council is getting ready to jump into the plans for a new Sixers arena in Market East. Here's the schedule.
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.
Talk about bravery and determination. A patient from Nemours Children’s Hospital takes part in the U.S. Paralympics Swimming National Championships. Stephanie Stahl reports.
We continue to be under a NEXT Weather alert for the breezy and dry conditions. Chief Meteorologist Bill Kelly has the forecast.
Outside prosecutors say they cannot prove beyond a reasonable doubt that a crime was committed in the case of Ellen Greenberg, a Philadelphia educator who died in 2011. It was a case her parents have long fought to be called a homicide but was instead ruled as a suicide.
Negotiations between SEPTA and its largest union ended Friday afternoon with no new contract. The possibility of a strike is putting thousands of people on edge. Ray Strickland reports.
Firefighters all across the state are on alert as New Jersey was under a red flag warning. That means conditions are ripe for more wildfires. Kerri Corrado reports in Evesham Township talking with firefighters about how exhausting this must be.