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NASA map captures extent of punishing heat in U.S.
The U.S. has contended with unrelenting temperatures this summer, and a map from NASA paints a dire picture of the scale of those persistent heat waves.
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The U.S. has contended with unrelenting temperatures this summer, and a map from NASA paints a dire picture of the scale of those persistent heat waves.
President Biden is considering proposals to reform the Supreme Court, CBS News has learned.
CBS New York's Christine Sloan has covered Sen. Bob Menendez for more than 30 years and described Tuesday's verdict as "an extraordinary moment."
Sen. Bob Menendez has been convicted on federal bribery charges, and pressure is mounting for the New Jersey Democrat to resign.
Sen. Bob Menendez tried to shift the blame to his wife, Nadine Menendez, but was found guilty on all 16 felony counts for a scheme involving bribery and business favors.
After many people criticized Andress' rendition of the National Anthem online, comparing her with Fergie, the singer says she's going to rehab.
Joe "Jellybean" Bryant, a former Philadelphia 76ers and La Salle University basketball great and the father of the late, NBA legend Kobe Bryant, has died. He was 69.
Republicans from across the country are returning Tuesday to Milwaukee's Fiserv Forum for Day 2 of the Republican National Convention.
Prosecutors allege the New Jersey Democrat and his wife, Nadine Menendez, were bribed with gold bars, cash and a Mercedes.
The Biden administration wants a new law that would cap annual rent increases at no more than 5% — or landlords would lose a major tax break.
The crowd cheered wildly for former President Donald Trump, whose ear was bandaged Monday after his ear was grazed by a bullet at a rally Saturday.
"The political rhetoric in this country has gotten very heated. It's time to cool it down. We all have a responsibility to do that," President Biden said.
Following a shooter's attempt to kill former President Trump, conspiracy theories, digitally altered images and misinformation spread across social media platforms.
An attorney for New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez's wife said last month that she had "invasive cancer surgery" and is in "intense, chronic pain."
Sen. JD Vance has experienced a quick rise to political power, given that he was virtually unknown before 2016.
In an interview with Street Art News, Tseng previously said he likes to use brands and advertising to communicate societal issues with the hope of bringing attention to them in our day-to-day lives.
Here's what is open and closed on Labor Day 2024, from retailers such as Costco to pharmacies including CVS and Walgreens.
On Labor Day, the Philadelphia region should expect mostly sunny skies and comfortable conditions.
At RAWtools Philadelphia, guns are taken off the streets and transformed into art and other tools, with the goal of making the city's streets safer for all.
Israel's biggest union goes on strike as Benjamin Netanyahu faces a surge of anger and demands to nail down a cease-fire with Hamas.
In an interview with Street Art News, Tseng previously said he likes to use brands and advertising to communicate societal issues with the hope of bringing attention to them in our day-to-day lives.
At RAWtools Philadelphia, guns are taken off the streets and transformed into art and other tools, with the goal of making the city's streets safer for all.
Norristown officials had no plans to cancel the concert despite the fire that damaged the Fire Chief's Memorial.
Wawa is giving teachers and school staff free hot coffee for two weeks as part of its "Cheers to Classrooms" initiative.
Earlier this year Aramark workers at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia went on strike to fight for better wages and health care.
Families headed down the shore to Ocean City, New Jersey, for one last weekend of beach time before the end of summer vacation.
Sunday will be mostly cloudy, muggy and warm, with a few showers and rumbles of thunder. Labor Day is shaping up to be clear and sunny with highs in the 70s.
As of September 1, tolls increased from $5 to $6 on the Benjamin Franklin Bridge, Walt Whitman Bridge, Commodore Barry Bridge and Betsy Ross Bridge.
Former Philadelphia Flyer Bernie Parent is remembering the life and legacy of Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau just days after the brothers were killed while biking in South Jersey.
Police said the man, identified by police as Rafael Martinez Pascual, 38, was swimming with friends in the area right off Jackson Road when he went underwater and never returned to the surface.
Sunday will be mostly cloudy, muggy and warm, with a few showers and rumbles of thunder. Labor Day is shaping up to be clear and sunny with highs in the 70s.
There are two pleasant weather days and one stinker on Labor Day Weekend around Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware.
The Cape May-Lewes Ferry is marking a big birthday this year — 60 years.
27-year-old Brian Briddle of Newark is in custody after police say he struck and killed 18-year-old Noelia Gomez while on a motorcycle.
Police said Gomez was killed when a motorcycle fled an attempted police traffic stop and struck multiple people on UDel's campus.
Two people in New Jersey have died from West Nile virus this year, state health officials said Friday.
The updated COVID-10 shots for fall 2024 are rolling out earlier than last year.
A Philadelphia doctor has come full circle, turning obstacles into triumphs. After being treated at a rehabilitation hospital in the city after a freak accident, she now works there.
A Bucks County veterinary clinic is part of a clinical trial for pet owners interested in extending their dog's life expectancy.
The 43-year-old actress, who shared the news in the latest episode of her "Pod Meets World" podcast, said "learning from the experiences of others" motivated her to share the diagnosis.
Opera Philadelphia is offering $11 tickets with the goal of making their art more accessible to everyone.
A decision about the proposed Philadelphia 76ers arena in Market East could come this fall, Councilmember Squilla said.
Drinks like High Noon and Surfside were previously only allowed to be sold in Pennsylvania state-run liquor stores.
Eight local chefs contributed unique elements to create a full Afro-Caribbean meal in South Philadelphia.
The proposed Philadelphia 76ers arena in Center City could indirectly displace businesses and residents from Chinatown, a new report says.
The Philadelphia Parking Authority has increased the price of its residential parking permit program from $35 to $75.
An independent report examined the effects the proposed new arena for the 76ers, 76 Place, could have on parking and traffic in Philadelphia.
Many are squeezing in one more weekend of fun before the unofficial end to summer with Labor Day weekend around the corner.
The transit company's new schedules will impact those who plan to take SEPTA by bus or metro, including trolleys, Market-Frankford Line, Broad Street Line and Norristown High Speed Line.
Multiple road closures are in place around Philadelphia for the 2024 Philly 10K on Sunday, Aug. 25, 2024.
Nick Castellanos hit a game-winning single in the 11th to lead the Phillies past the Atlanta Braves, 3-2.
Backup catcher Garrett Stubbs is the commissioner of the league with his Philadelphia Phillies teammates.
A warrant filed by university police says Watkins assaulted the victim by "forcefully grabbing her face, pulling her arms and pushing."
After proudly cheering on his wife at the Paris Games, Hunter Woodhall will get his own chance to compete for gold during the Paralympics.
Zack Wheeler pitched seven shutout innings to earn his 100th career victory, Edmundo Sosa homered, doubled and drove in two runs and the Philadelphia Phillies defeated the Atlanta Braves 3-0 on Saturday night.
After more than 40 years, the game show that's a TV institution has a new host, someone who's a broadcast institution himself: Ryan Seacrest, whose journey has taken him from tiny Dunwoody, Ga., to working with TV royalty Vanna White.
Rapper and radio personality Fatman Scoop experienced a medical emergency on stage in Connecticut, local officials said.
This weekend in the Philadelphia area will have you singing! A-list musicians from hip-hop to country will grace stages in Philadelphia and New Jersey. Check out our latest weekend guide!
From Sept. 2 to Sept. 15, teachers in 6 states and Washington D.C. can get a free coffee from Wawa stores.
Suspects in the foiled plot to attack Taylor Swift's concerts in Austria hoped to kill "tens of thousands" of people, CIA deputy chief says.
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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.
Shane Claiborn started Rawtools Philly in the city's Kensington neighborhood to try and make the world a little safer. His business takes guns, chops them up and forges the weapons into new objects, like jewelry and art.
Labor Day starts with a few more clouds around the Philadelphia region, but skies will eventually clear for a sunny and much less humid afternoon. Tuesday and Wednesday we'll be treated to a taste of fall with highs in the mid to upper 70s and lows in the mid-50s. Days will feature plenty of sun and low humidity.
Wawa is helping teachers and school staff as they head back to the classroom for another academic year.
Andrew Kozak says Labor Day in Philadelphia will be mostly sunny with much lower humidity.
After a fire heavily damaged the beloved Fire Chief's Memorial in Norristown, the community came together with a concert.