Governor Wolf To Allow School Bill To Become Law
Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf is allowing a school code bill, approved by the Senate last week, to become a law.
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Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf is allowing a school code bill, approved by the Senate last week, to become a law.
Municipalities will have until the end of the year to opt out.
U.S Senator Bob Casey and Governor Tom Wolf expressed concerns that the rhetoric from Capitol Hill bodes ill for Pennsylvanians.
One bill authorizes a sweeping expansion of gambling in Pennsylvania, including mini-casinos and video gaming terminals at truck stops.
If Governor Wolf signs revenue and other budget companion bills that are now finally on his desk, the latest logjam will be over after nearly four months.
The question now is what Gov. Tom Wolf will do with them.
A key provision of the bill given final legislative approval in the House Tuesday would empower the Liquor Control Board to immediately suspend the license of an establishment found to be in violation.
A different plan being pursued by Governor Wolf is now facing a court challenge.
What was an ordinary game of chess in Harrisburg has morphed into the three dimensional variety.
The bill vetoed by Governor Wolf contained provisions that sought to include work or work search requirements in Pennsylvania's Medicaid program.
The Liquor Control Board voted Friday to retain advisers to help implement the governor's plan to borrow more than a billion dollars against future earnings.
Pedro Cortes served as then-Governor Ed Rendell's Secretary of State, the agency that runs elections and oversees professional licensing, and returned to serve in the same capacity for Governor Tom Wolf.
Spokeswoman Jenn Kocher says lawyers for the majority Senate Republican caucus are trying to determine the legality of the Governor's announced unilateral plan.
State House Republican members this week are being briefed on a new proposal to balance the budget that would rely mostly on transferring what supporters say is surplus money from special funds.
Gov. Tom Wolf is criticizing President Donald Trump's comment at a news conference that "there's blame on both sides" for last weekend's violent clashes in Charlottesville, Virginia.
Last August, Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf signed a law saying all children under two years old must be strapped into a car seat.
"We're here to ring the alarm-- the house is on fire," said Attorney Michael Coard co-founder of Heeding Cheyney's Call.
The state budget was passed on June 30th, and Governor Wolf had ten days to act on it.
Attorney General Josh Shapiro says the regulations would go a long way in reducing ground-level ozone or smog, especially in communities like Philadelphia.
A Sunday session of the state House was cancelled after majority Republicans failed to rally around Speaker Mike Turzai's proposal.
The state Senate returned to session Monday but ended up with nothing to show for it.
Governor Wolf says fighting heroin and opioid abuse is a top priority in his administration.
Chris discussed New Jersey Governor Chris Christie's audition for sports talk radio in New York, reports that Donald Trump Jr received an advance email about Russian interference in the election and the potential that a new health care bill from Senate Republicans will be unveiled soon.
For the second straight year, Democratic Gov. Tom Wolf will let a state budget bill become law despite the fact that it is badly out of balance.
Governor Wolf has expressed optimism in his public comments since the budget bill was passed June 30th.
Jess Mruzik had 26 kills, Caroline Jurevicius had 20 and Penn State rallied from an 0-2 semifinal hole for a five-set victory over Nebraska to reach the NCAA championship.
Snow and rain are possible 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
Raheem Hylton, 16, was taken into custody in Philadelphia on Thursday night, the U.S. Marshals Service said.
Anze Kopitar and Kevin Fiala scored two goals each and the Los Angeles Kings rallied to beat the Philadelphia Flyers 7-3.
Snow and rain are possible in the Philadelphia region, which could make the evening commute messy for holiday travelers.
Jess Mruzik had 26 kills, Caroline Jurevicius had 20 and Penn State rallied from an 0-2 semifinal hole for a five-set victory over Nebraska to reach the NCAA championship.
A community of Eagles fans is helping this South Jersey man diagnosed with terminal cancer to fulfill his final wish
The Montgomery County Board of Commissioners approved a 9% property tax hike in a 2-1 vote, effective Jan. 1, 2025.
Speaker Mike Johnson told reporters at the Capitol he's "expecting votes this morning, so stay tuned — we've got a plan."
Snow and rain are possible in the Philadelphia region, which could make the evening commute messy for holiday travelers.
Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant is set to open a new location next to the Liacouras Center on Temple University's campus in North Philadelphia.
The Philadelphia Eagles on Thursday surprised Damon Brockington with their Coach of the Year award.
Dale and Steve Berkley spent countless hours at St. Christopher's Hospital for Children in Philadelphia with their granddaughter, who was treated for cancer.
The Montgomery County Board of Commissioners approved a 9% property tax hike in a 2-1 vote, effective Jan. 1, 2025.
Snow and rain are possible 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
Four people were injured after a small plane crashed at the Lakewood Airport in Ocean County, New Jersey, on Thursday, police said.
The Atlantic City Airshow won't return to the popular Jersey Shore vacation spot for the second straight year.
The Federal Aviation Administration has set up zones around the state where drones are banned from flying below 400 feet.
Snow and rain are possible 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.
Rain will clear out Tuesday morning and give way to partly sunny and mild conditions 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.
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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Deep divisions erupted Monday night during the final public comment session on the Philadelphia 76ers' proposal to build a $1.3 billion arena in Center City.
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 southbound lanes of I-95 have reopened between the I-676 East and Market Street exits because a pedestrian was struck.
Philadelphia's annual Vision Zero report shows Roosevelt Boulevard is getting safer but Broad Street is getting more dangerous.
NJ Transit CEO Kevin Corbett is resigning effective Jan. 15, 2025, Gov. Phil Murphy announced Monday
Jess Mruzik had 26 kills, Caroline Jurevicius had 20 and Penn State rallied from an 0-2 semifinal hole for a five-set victory over Nebraska to reach the NCAA championship.
Anze Kopitar and Kevin Fiala scored two goals each and the Los Angeles Kings rallied to beat the Philadelphia Flyers 7-3.
Max Kepler, a Berlin, Germany, native has spent the past 10 years with the Minnesota Twins.
The Philadelphia Eagles on Thursday surprised Damon Brockington with their Coach of the Year award.
Eleven bills on the proposed new Sixers arena in Center City passed a final vote in City Council on Thursday.
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.
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.
A Chester County teenager is once again helping his neighbors get into the holiday spirit with extreme decorations. We first met him a couple of months ago when he wowed all of us with his spooky Halloween decorations, but this time he's going all out for Christmas with a giving-back component. CBS News Philadelphia's Wakisha Bailey is in Coatesville with what you can expect this holiday season.
Here are the top headlines in the Philadelphia region for Friday, Dec. 20, 2024.
All season long you have been helping us make the holiday season brighter for families in our region through our Joy of Sharing toy drive! If you still want to participate in our annual Joy of Sharing campaign, Friday, Dec. 20 is the last day to drop off a new, unwrapped toy at CBS Philadelphia or any of our other drop off locations.
CBS News Philadelphia Meteorologist Kate Bilo is tracking rain, snow, and bitterly cold temperatures in the Philadelphia region as we head into the final weekend before Christmas.
40 properties near the scene at Upsal Street and Woolston Avenue are without water after the Friday morning break.