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Two prison officers were arrested Tuesday in connection with separate contraband smuggling schemes at Curran-Fromhold Correctional Facility, Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner announced.
A Pennsylvania jail is facing accusations it retaliated against inmates suspected of smoking synthetic marijuana by withholding necessities like toilet paper, soap and warm clothing.
One person was arrested and an inmate was hospitalized after a stabbing inside the Philadelphia Industrial Correctional Center.
Two inmates were hospitalized after a double stabbing inside the Curran-Fromhold Correctional Facility in Philadelphia's Holmesburg section.
A New Jersey couple celebrated Halloween with a "Beetlejuice" wedding at Mount Holly's historic Burlington County Prison Museum.
The man who led law enforcement on a 14-day manhunt in Chester County last year was denied an appeal. The state superior court said Danelo Cavalcante forfeited his appellate rights when he scaled the wall in a prison exercise yard and escaped. Cavalcante was convicted of first-degree murder in the death of his ex-girlfriend in 2021.
A Pennsylvania appeals court has ruled that Danelo Cavalcante's prison escape last year cost him his right to appeal his original life sentence.
A judge invoked sentencing enhancements to add eight years to the minimum 20-year sentence that a jury set in August after finding Robert Telles guilty of murder.
A recent report showed nearly half of correctional officer jobs are currently vacant. Now, the city has a new leader of the prisons department.
Mayor Cherelle Parker on Monday appointed Michael R. Resnick as the new Philadelphia Prisons Commissioner.
A 23-year-old man was stabbed eight times in the back in Philadelphia's prison system on Monday night, police said.
Commissioner Blanche Carney's decision to step down is tied to retirement reasons and is effective April 5, a spokesperson told CBS News Philadelphia.
A 28-year-old inmate at a Philadelphia prison was killed after a fight in his cell early Wednesday morning, officials said.
William Franklin, 77, reunited with his daughters and other family members Tuesday after being released from prison.
William Franklin reunited with his family Tuesday after being released from a Philadelphia prison. A judge vacated his conviction but Franklin could be re-tried.
Daniel Gwynn was exonerated and freed after three decades in prison. His case gained attention after his paintings were featured on a website called Art for Justice. The Philadelphia DA had the case thrown out and the charges dropped.
A prominent rights group says over 400 people have been detained in Russia while paying tribute to opposition leader Alexey Navalny.
The Delaware Department of Correction said Mikel Paoletti escaped after obtaining a work pass to leave a correctional facility.
Law enforcement is looking for help from the public in the search for Gino Hagenkotter, who escaped from a Philadelphia prison last week. Newly released footage shows him shortly after he fled from a supervised work site.
A former prep school teacher who served 11 months for sexually abusing two students in Pennsylvania is going back to prison for an earlier incident when he was a camp counselor in New Hampshire.
The Philadelphia Department of Prison confirmed an inmate was fatally assaulted at the Curran-Fromhold Correctional Facility in the city's Holmesburg neighborhood early Thursday morning.
Derek Chauvin, the former Minneapolis police officer convicted of murdering George Floyd, was stabbed by another inmate Friday at a federal prison in Arizona.
An email exchange made public this week shows that a prison guard had warned convicted murderer Danelo Cavalcante was planning to escape a month before the act was carried out.
Residents at the first town hall meeting on Monday night heard about the planned security upgrades that leaders say will prevent escapes like Cavalcante's from happening again.
Prison escapes have made headlines in recent weeks, but how common are they? CBS News dug into the data to find out.
President Biden is granting clemency to 37 of the 40 federal inmates facing death sentences. Their sentences will be commuted to life in prison without the possibility of parole.
Lows Monday morning are expected to be in the single digits across the Philadelphia region Monday.
Philadelphia International Airport and 30th Street Station were packed with travelers Sunday.
Capitol buildings are almost always an imposing presence.
The Philadelphia Eagles fell to the Commanders, 36-33, Sunday in Washington.
President Biden is granting clemency to 37 of the 40 federal inmates facing death sentences. Their sentences will be commuted to life in prison without the possibility of parole.
Lows Monday morning are expected to be in the single digits across the Philadelphia region Monday.
Philadelphia International Airport and 30th Street Station were packed with travelers Sunday.
Bridge repairs will cause lane closures on I-95 in Philadelphia on Sunday night, PennDOT says.
Chilly weather is gripping Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware into the holiday season. Here are some places to keep warm.
Philadelphia International Airport and 30th Street Station were packed with travelers Sunday.
The Eagles will go head-to-head against the Washington Commanders with a chance to clinch the NFC East with a win or tie. Here's how to watch.
Dominic DeLuca and Tony Rojas returned interceptions for touchdowns and Penn State toyed with mistake-prone SMU in a 38-10 victory in the opening round of the College Football Playoff.
Joel Embiid is trying to believe in the good that can come from asking someone for help.
Sang Kee Peking Duck House was closed for about a week after a flood of steam damaged the electrical system and fire alarm inside.
Chilly weather is gripping Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware into the holiday season. Here are some places to keep warm.
A New Jersey drone pilot says most sightings are easily explained after people have been reporting mysterious drones in the state for weeks.
The season of giving is on full display after a fire tore through a Camden County police officer's home this week.
Snow and rain are falling in the Philadelphia region, which could make the evening commute messy for holiday travelers.
A community of Eagles fans is helping this South Jersey man diagnosed with terminal cancer to fulfill his final wish
Chilly weather is gripping Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware into the holiday season. Here are some places to keep warm.
Snow and rain are falling in the Philadelphia region, which could make the evening commute messy for holiday travelers.
The official start of winter, and the shortest day of the year, is Saturday, Dec. 21.
White Christmases are rare in the Delaware Valley, and this year is no exception.
By 3 p.m. Wednesday, light showers will break out across the Philadelphia region.
Dale and Steve Berkley spent countless hours at St. Christopher's Hospital for Children in Philadelphia with their granddaughter, who was treated for cancer.
Some 13 oz. bags of Lay's Classic Potato Chips may contain an undeclared allergen, according to the snack company.
A device used in South Jersey is a game-changer for people with inflammatory bowel disease as an alternative to invasive screenings.
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.
Capitol buildings are almost always an imposing presence.
Sang Kee Peking Duck House was closed for about a week after a flood of steam damaged the electrical system and fire alarm inside.
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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Philadelphia International Airport and 30th Street Station were packed with travelers Sunday.
Downed wires suspended Amtrak and New Jersey Transit services affecting Sunday morning travelers in Philadelphia, New Jersey and New York.
Bridge repairs will cause lane closures on I-95 in Philadelphia on Sunday night, PennDOT says.
Philadelphia will add 14 speed cameras to Broad Street in hopes of making the road safer for drivers and pedestrians.
New data from PennDOT suggests technology is improving safety after rear-end crashes plagued the Schuylkill Expressway for years.
The Philadelphia Eagles fell to the Commanders, 36-33, Sunday in Washington.
Jalen Hurts left the Philadelphia Eagles' game at the Washington Commanders with a concussion.
The Eagles will go head-to-head against the Washington Commanders with a chance to clinch the NFC East with a win or tie. Here's how to watch.
The Cleveland Cavaliers had a 126-99 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers on Saturday night.
The Philadelphia Flyers snapped a three-game losing streak with a 5-4, come-from-behind win over the Columbus Blue Jackets.
Meet the winner of this weekend's Jason Kelce look-alike contest: Paul Crossley of Fishtown.
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.
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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.
The Philadelphia region can expect bitterly cold temperatures and wicked wind chills Monday morning. Meteorologist Andrew Kozak has the forecast.
Travelers at Philadelphia International Airport and 30th Street Station faced crowds and some delays Sunday evening.
Cancer survivor Ellie Koerner collected truckloads of toys this holiday season to give to children staying at the Ronald McDonald House in Philadelphia. Photojournalist Tommy Gardiner has the story.
Monday morning will be cold in the Philadelphia region, but warmer temperatures are on the way. Meteorologist Andrew Kozak has the forecast.
Downed wires caused delays on Amtrak trains between Philadelphia and New York Sunday morning.