Pennsylvania House Republicans call on State Rep. Kevin Boyle to go on leave
Republicans are also hoping to flip Boyle's seat in the House in the general election.
Republicans are also hoping to flip Boyle's seat in the House in the general election.
Philadelphia police say an arrest warrant was issued for Kevin Boyle, a legislator in the Pennsylvania House who represents parts of Fox Chase, Bustleton and other sections of Northeast Philly. Boyle texted his estranged wife in violation of a protection from abuse order, police said. Jasmine Payoute brings you the latest on the case including how Boyle's arrest could affect the precarious balance of power in Harrisburg.
Boyle, a Democrat, represents Pennsylvania District 172, which covers parts of Montgomery County and Northeast Philly. He's been representing the district since 2011 and is currently seeking his eighth term.
A day after police said the warrant was issued for violating a protection from abuse order, Boyle's brother Rep. Brendan Boyle said their family is working to get Kevin help for "serious" mental illness.
Philadelphia officials say Mayor Cherelle Parker's program aims to streamline the licensing and inspection process, remove unnecessary regulations, and speed up timelines.
Business owners in Philadelphia have long complained about the hassle of trying to start a business in the city. Parker's initiative aims to make it easier to start and grow a business in Philly.
Former President Trump was back on the campaign trail Saturday in our region. He hosted a rally in Schnecksville, Lehigh County. His visit comes just 10 days before Pennsylvania's primary election.
Biden will be in Pittsburgh on Wednesday as part of his economic tour across Pennsylvania.
This round of Biden's student loan forgiveness proposals targets the interest that adds up over time on student loans.
The new ruling shakes a foundational component of New Jersey's primary election ballots, which tend to group candidates with party support in a single column.
A panel of federal judges ruled on Wednesday to uphold the enforcement of dates on mail-in ballots in Pennsylvania.
A proposal to ban the purchase, sale and production of untraceable gun parts has passed the Pennsylvania state House of Representatives.
Requiring Pennsylvania mail-in voters to fill out their ballots with the proper date does not run afoul of the Civil Rights Act, a federal appeals court ruled.
The longtime Connecticut senator died from complications from a fall, his family said.
The FBI earlier said there was no "there is no specific or credible information to suggest there are ties to terrorism."
Murphy made the announcement on X on Sunday night, days after embattled Sen. Bob Menendez announced he would not be running as a Democrat.
AI-generated deepfake videos and photos have already popped up in the 2024 race. A team at Philadelphia's Drexel University is working on software that can automatically detect AI-created images.
The Delaware Senate has given final approval to a bill allowing the composting of human bodies as an alternative to burial or cremation.
The First State says canceling its Republican primary will save $1.5 million for taxpayers. Former President Donald Trump is the primary's likely winner as the only registered candidate.
Vladimir Putin has faced no serious challengers in the election, which is set to formally grant him six more years of power.
Experts explain what's next for the social media app TikTok after the House of Representatives voted to pass a bill that would force its Beijing-based parent company ByteDance to sell its stake. The bill's future in the Senate is unclear.
Mayor Cherelle Parker gave her first budget address as mayor of Philadelphia on Thursday.
City officials are teaming up with a group of young people to get more Black men to vote in this November election.
CBS News estimates that former President Donald Trump will be the presumptive 2024 Republican nominee after his win in Washington, amassing the 1,125 delegates needed to clinch the GOP nomination.
President Biden and former President Donald Trump have amassed enough delegates to secure their party nominations, CBS News estimates.
Sebastian Maniscalco is coming to South Philly, Vampire Weekend will take over The Mann and Teddy Swims is headlining in the Garden State. Check out our latest weekend guide!
James Resnick is attempting to break a record by running up and down the steps at the Philadelphia Museum of Art 1,000 times.
Question Time is holding a rare U.S. election special in Pennsylvania, and is looking for audience members to participate.
Police said a man was shot three times in the back inside SEPTA's Olney Transit Center in Philadelphia on Friday morning.
The agent for goalie prospect Alexei Kolosov says his client is joining the Philadelphia Flyers after "previous concerns have been thoroughly addressed and are now resolved."
Police are searching for a dark gray Mercedes sedan in connection with a West Philadelphia hit-and-run that killed a 14-year-old girl.
Sebastian Maniscalco is coming to South Philly, Vampire Weekend will take over The Mann and Teddy Swims is headlining in the Garden State. Check out our latest weekend guide!
James Resnick is attempting to break a record by running up and down the steps at the Philadelphia Museum of Art 1,000 times.
Question Time is holding a rare U.S. election special in Pennsylvania, and is looking for audience members to participate.
The Philadelphia Phillies have clinched a first-round bye and can still get the top seed in the National League. Here's how.
Sebastian Maniscalco is coming to South Philly, Vampire Weekend will take over The Mann and Teddy Swims is headlining in the Garden State. Check out our latest weekend guide!
James Resnick is attempting to break a record by running up and down the steps at the Philadelphia Museum of Art 1,000 times.
Police said a man was shot three times in the back inside SEPTA's Olney Transit Center in Philadelphia on Friday morning.
SEPTA is trying to stop fare evasion by putting full-length gates at nine additional stations in Philadelphia.
Friday morning fog has moved out before bands of showers from Tropical Depression Helene hit Friday night into Saturday.
Sebastian Maniscalco is coming to South Philly, Vampire Weekend will take over The Mann and Teddy Swims is headlining in the Garden State. Check out our latest weekend guide!
Friday morning fog has moved out before bands of showers from Tropical Depression Helene hit Friday night into Saturday.
Work on the New Hope-Lambertville Toll-Supported Bridge will be extended into 2025 because of an unexpected structural issue.
After tolls increased on the four Delaware River Port Authority bridges into Philadelphia, the Delaware River and Bay Authority could follow suit.
A crash near the Allegheny Avenue exit on I-95 is causing a backup in Philadelphia Thursday morning.
Friday morning fog has moved out before bands of showers from Tropical Depression Helene hit Friday night into Saturday.
After tolls increased on the four Delaware River Port Authority bridges into Philadelphia, the Delaware River and Bay Authority could follow suit.
According to AAA, prices at the pump in Delaware have fallen $0.70/gal from this time last year, and experts with GasBuddy say they're the lowest we've seen since 2021.
After what has been the driest start to September in almost 20 years, a little rain has returned to the Delaware Valley.
Several Delaware beaches are closed to swimming after medical waste, including hypodermic needles, washed ashore.
CyberKnife technology has evolved and can be a quick and easier treatment for our four-legged friends with cancer.
Filling up care packages for families with babies in intensive care, where newborns often teeter between life and death.
A New Jersey woman turning 101 says she reached the milestone age by eating whatever she wants, "but in moderation."
A new study shows a third of former NFL players believe they sustained brain damage playing football.
The government has already disbursed more than 900 million free at-home COVID-19 tests, and will be reopening its free test kit portal.
SEPTA is trying to stop fare evasion by putting full-length gates at nine additional stations in Philadelphia.
Nearly 300 Sheetz stores in Pennsylvania are now selling canned cocktails after a new law went into effect.
Food service workers at Citizens Bank Park, Lincoln Financial Field and the Wells Fargo Center in South Philadelphia went on strike early Monday morning.
Mike Monachetti is proud to be running Mike's Seafood in Sea Isle City's Fish Alley.
Hotels and restaurants in Philadelphia are hoping the debate between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump brings a boost for business.
SEPTA is trying to stop fare evasion by putting full-length gates at nine additional stations in Philadelphia.
Work on the New Hope-Lambertville Toll-Supported Bridge will be extended into 2025 because of an unexpected structural issue.
Dozens of flights in and out of Philadelphia International Airport were delayed or canceled because of Hurricane Helene Thursday.
After tolls increased on the four Delaware River Port Authority bridges into Philadelphia, the Delaware River and Bay Authority could follow suit.
A crash near the Allegheny Avenue exit on I-95 is causing a backup in Philadelphia Thursday morning.
Sebastian Maniscalco is coming to South Philly, Vampire Weekend will take over The Mann and Teddy Swims is headlining in the Garden State. Check out our latest weekend guide!
The agent for goalie prospect Alexei Kolosov says his client is joining the Philadelphia Flyers after "previous concerns have been thoroughly addressed and are now resolved."
During a meeting about the Sixers' proposed arena, Mayor Cherelle Parker revealed the city wants a WNBA franchise.
Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau were both beloved members of the Philadelphia and New Jersey hockey communities.
Philadelphia's Gayborhood delivered more than 1,200 petitions to City Hall on Thursday opposing the 76ers' plan.
Sebastian Maniscalco is coming to South Philly, Vampire Weekend will take over The Mann and Teddy Swims is headlining in the Garden State. Check out our latest weekend guide!
Question Time is holding a rare U.S. election special in Pennsylvania, and is looking for audience members to participate.
British actress Dame Maggie Smith had an extensive career in theater and movies, gaining international acclaim in later roles in "Harry Potter" and "Downton Abbey."
Filmmaker Charlie Minn spent four days in Kensington and filmed his documentary to bring awareness to those struggling with addiction.
The adventure begins for 16 ordinary Americans as they embark on their trek to the top of the treacherous New Zealand Alps in 'The Summit.'
Ukee Washington reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Ukee Washington reports.
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.
Ayana Banks created a nonprofit called the Sweet Dream Project, which helps furnish and decorate patients' hospital rooms.
The next several days will bring similar weather conditions to the Philadelphia area. That means mostly cloudy skies, off-and-on showers, and humid conditions as the moisture from Helene heads this way.
Police are searching for a dark gray Mercedes after a teenage girl crossing the street with her mother was struck and killed on Thursday night. Dan Snyder reports.
James Resnick said his inspiration is his brother, who was injured in an accident 22 years ago but is still bright and joyful. Resnick is attempting 1,000 runs up and down the steps at the Philadelphia Museum of Art, and Madeleine Wright was there to run some of the laps with him and hear his story.
Damage reports are coming in after Hurricane Helene made landfall in Florida and began moving north into Georgia, the Carolinas and west into Tennessee. Jim Donovan breaks down this morning's headlines with weather from Kate Bilo.