Kobe Bryant dead: NBA urged by fans to change logo, honoring late Lakers legend

Kobe Bryant’s death sent shockwaves through the world Sunday, and fans of the five-time NBA champion and the late Los Angeles Lakers legend called on the league to make a change.

Dallas Mavericks will retire number 24 in honor of Kobe Bryant

After the passing of Kobe Bryant following a helicopter crash in California Sunday morning, the Dallas Mavericks announced that no Maverick will ever wear number 24.

Former First Lady Michelle Obama wins Grammy for 'Becoming'

Former First Lady Michelle Obama won a Grammy for "Best Spoken Word" album on Sunday for her performance of her autobiography, "Becoming."

Kobe Bryant's death elicits reactions from Philadelphia figures

The NBA legend's unexpected death has elicited stunned reactions from many figures with ties to the Philadelphia community -- where Kobe Bryant was born. 

LeBron James passes Kobe Bryant on NBA scoring list in Lakers' loss

With a tribute to Kobe Bryant written on his Nikes, LeBron James moved past the retired Los Angeles great for third place on the NBA's career scoring list, scoring 29 points in the Lakers' 108-91 loss to the Philadelphia 76ers on Saturday night.

Wolf to seek school construction aid amid lead, asbestos issues

Gov. Tom Wolf’s administration is developing a plan to help deal with aging school buildings plagued by environmental problems, including lead paint and asbestos insulation, his office said.

With Trump's help, NJ's Rep. Van Drew courts former foes

President Trump is expected to draw a crowd Tuesday when he comes to Wildwood, New Jersey, to reward newly minted Republican Rep. Jeff Van Drew with a rally for leaving the Democrats and opposing impeachment.

Wolf to propose extra $40M to help improve services for vulnerable populations

Gov. Tom Wolf plans to ask lawmakers for an extra $40 million-plus to help improve services for the vulnerable, including children, the elderly and people with disabilities.

New Jersey lottery winners now can remain anonymous

Lottery winners in New Jersey will have the option to remain anonymous under a new law Gov. Phil Murphy signed Tuesday.

March for Life: President Trump becomes 1st sitting president to attend pro-life rally

President Donald Trump called it his “profound honor" on Friday to be the first president to attend the annual anti-abortion gathering in Washington called the March for Life.

Bill Cosby prosecutors defend accusers' testimony, fight appeal

Prosecutors who won a conviction in Bill Cosby’s sexual assault case defended their work as they fight the imprisoned actor's latest appeal.

Trump administration imposes visa rules for pregnant women on 'birth tourism'

The rules printed in the Federal Register on Thursday say applicants will be denied tourist visas if they're determined by consular officers to be traveling to the U.S. primarily to give birth.

Bishop Nelson J. Perez named Archbishop of Philadelphia

Nelson Perez, who spent most of his early pastoral career in the Philadelphia area, was introduced Thursday in a news conference at the archdiocese's Philadelphia headquarters.

President Trump Impeachment Trial: Democrats open 2nd day of arguments in US Senate

House Democrats declared that “no president” has ever abused power the way Donald Trump did in his Ukraine dealings as they opened their second day of arguments Thursday in the historic impeachment trial in the U.S. Senate.