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The African American Museum in Philadelphia organizers hosted a Juneteenth Block Party Wednesday. People at the block party said this federal holiday honors freedom for all Americans.
A street along the north part of the Gayborood now bears the name of a prominent activist for the rights of LGBTQIA+ people, particularly in the Black community. It was especially meaningful to share his story on Juneteenth.
Owen is a typical 3-year-old. But 18 months ago, things were pretty different for this energetic boy.
We have to keep a close eye on our pets during this stretch of hot weather. The extreme heat across the Delaware Valley is dangerous not only for people but also for pets.
Schools, police and other organizations provide opportunities for Camden families to pick up food and other necessities during the summer.
In a 5-2 vote, the council demoted Chief Patrick Kilroy to his former rank of sergeant during a meeting Tuesday night. Council members said Kilroy failed to show up at meetings and make himself available to talk to them.
Seven people, including a 16-year-old girl, were injured after a shooting in North Philadelphia on Wednesday, police said.
The only thing hotter than the temperature in Philadelphia right now might be a Phillies ticket.
World Series champion manager Charlie Manuel, who had a stroke in September, was back in the Philadelphia region for a doctor's appointment with a specialized dentist in Montgomery County.
The emergency activates emergency cooling centers, home visits, enhanced daytime outreach for people experiencing homelessness and the city's reminder to the public to check on neighbors.
Father Bill Atkinson, an Upper Darby, Pennsylvania native, taught thousands of students at Monsignor Bonner before his death in 2006.
Everyone can't escape the extreme heat as some people make their living outside, and for them, staying cool and healthy takes planning.
New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy launched a historic initiative Wednesday that would pardon and decrease penalties for certain people behind bars.
Police are looking for a group of suspects they say are linked to more than 70 car break-ins across the Philadelphia area.
Steve Healey knew Dr. Linda Malkas had a background in breast cancer research - but as his daughter Anna battled neuroblastoma, he gave Malkas a check - and a request to shift her focus.
If you're looking for some end-of-summer entertainment, Philly Girls Jump has you covered. It's all about nostalgia, energy and community. Philly Girls Jump woke our news crew up with some fancy footwork as they showed us why this tradition is still alive and well and thriving in Philadelphia.
Detective Mark Baker was one of the Northern York County Regional Police detectives shot and killed on Wednesday while serving a warrant in North Codorus Township, Pennsylvania. Before moving to York County, Baker worked as a highway patrol officer with Philadelphia police from 2001 to 2004.
It will be sunny and warmer than average, with humidity, around the Philly area on Friday, then we get a shot of cool air for the weekend. Meteorologist Kate Bilo has your latest forecast.
Galen Smith contacted In Your Corner for help after he said he agreed to a promotion for a free Apple Watch through Xfinity Mobile, but wound up being charged for the device. Josh Sidorowicz got involved, and the remaining $237 in installment plan charges for the device were dropped and Smith was refunded $102 he'd already paid. Plus, Josh shares some tips on what to look out for in the fine print attached to "free" devices like smartphones and watches.
The Philadelphia area can expect hot and sunny weather Friday with cooler temperatures this weekend. Chief Meteorologist Bill Kelly has the forecast.
Arctic air remains Sunday as highs only climb into the upper teens. Philadelphia woke up to temps around 5 degrees, the first single-digit low for the city since 2022.
Lindsey Vonn, who came out of retirement to compete in the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Games, was airlifted off the mountain.
Joel Embiid scored 33 points, Tyrese Maxey added 29 as the 76ers beat the cold-shooting Suns Saturday night.
As part of a 38-city tour across North America, the FIFA World Cup trophy is coming to Philly before competition kicks off.
Camden firefighter Howard Bennett died after falling into the icy Delaware River Thursday.
As part of a 38-city tour across North America, the FIFA World Cup trophy is coming to Philly before competition kicks off.
The Please Touch Museum marked Black History Month with a daylong celebration centered on representation, creativity and possibility.
Power companies across the Philadelphia region and Lehigh Valley are reporting some outages Saturday while high wind alerts are in effect.
The Center City dive bar is raising its minimum age to 25 in an effort to crack down on underage drinking and disruptive behavior.
In her five decades leading Temple University's women's fencing program, Dr. Nikki Franke broke barriers and built opportunities for future generations.
Power companies across the Philadelphia region and Lehigh Valley are reporting some outages Saturday while high wind alerts are in effect.
The coldest air of the season is set to slide over the Philadelphia area this weekend, which could lead to frost quakes, ice quakes and lake quakes.
A number of restaurants in the Philadelphia area landed on OpenTable's list of the Top 100 Romantic Restaurants in the U.S.
After a portion of the Keansburg Fishing Pier crashed into the Raritan Bay, there's now concern at other marinas and piers that are being hit by ice chunks.
John Quinesso Sr., a World War II veteran from South Jersey, still drives himself everywhere he needs to go.
Power companies across the Philadelphia region and Lehigh Valley are reporting some outages Saturday while high wind alerts are in effect.
The coldest air of the season is set to slide over the Philadelphia area this weekend, which could lead to frost quakes, ice quakes and lake quakes.
The man whom Jill Biden divorced for the eventual 46th President of the United States is now in jail on murder charges.
A Delaware man is behind bars after he allegedly attacked two other men over a parking dispute, police say.
A teenager and a 21-year-old man were injured in a shooting in Wilmington Monday afternoon, police said.
A new kind of joint replacement is now available for people who have a certain kind of arthritis in the hand.
A person with a confirmed case of measles visited an urgent care center in Collegeville, Pennsylvania, last month, health officials said.
A toddler and a dog from Los Angeles have a unique bond that came together thanks to a Philly doctor and a story from CBS News Philadelphia.
New Jersey has less than a one-week supply of red blood cells and less than a day's supply of platelets, health officials say.
For Kolin and his family, CHOP was a home away from home while he waited for a heart transplant.
Former Sheetz president and CEO Steve Sheetz has died at age 77, the Altoona-based company announced on Monday.
The post-Christmas return rush was underway at shops and malls across the Philadelphia area.
With product return fraud on the rise, an emerging company is using AI to help spot issues.
Here are mall opening and closing hours for the Christmas and Christmas Eve holidays around the Philly region.
Through Amazon Now, customers can get household items, cosmetics, electronics, groceries and more delivered in about 30 minutes or less.
The city says residents shouldn't park on a major stretch of South Broad Street in Philadelphia Tuesday for a snow removal operation.
Traffic is starting to move again on Roosevelt Boulevard after a fatal crash shut down the road in both directions Friday morning.
Snow-covered sidewalks, freezing temperatures and more have made commutes challenging for many public transit riders across Philadelphia.
Philadelphia is closing several roads in Center City Tuesday night to remove snow after a winter storm dumped nearly 10 inches over the weekend.
Transportation service will ramp up gradually Monday across the Philadelphia area following the weekend snowstorm.
Lindsey Vonn, who came out of retirement to compete in the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Games, was airlifted off the mountain.
Joel Embiid scored 33 points, Tyrese Maxey added 29 as the 76ers beat the cold-shooting Suns Saturday night.
As part of a 38-city tour across North America, the FIFA World Cup trophy is coming to Philly before competition kicks off.
Prosecutors have dropped the most serious assault charge against Penn State hockey star Gavin McKenna.
Eagles superfan Ed Callahan, 79, won the NFL's 2025 Fan of the Year award on Thursday night.
Brad Arnold, the founder and lead singer of the 3 Doors Down has died following "his courageous battle with cancer," the rock band announced Saturday on social media.
Don't miss the 2026 Winter Olympics opening ceremony. Here's how to watch live, stream for free and catch replays.
The Temple University Jazz Band is releasing its first internationally-recorded album after placing first at the National Collegiate Jazz Championship.
Mural Arts Philadelphia is looking for an artist or team of artists to design a mural honoring Boyz II Men's contributions to music and culture as the city celebrates America's 250th anniversary.
Chuck Negron, a founding member of Three Dog Night whose lead vocals powered a string of hits for one of the top rock acts of the late 1960s and early '70s has died. He was 83.
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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 City Council is set to vote this week on a bill that would place a three-year suspension on dog breeding across the city. The bill specifically targets the sale and breeding of dogs under 7 months old.
A water main break in North Philadelphia created an icy mess on the 2300 block of North Park Avenue Saturday night. Plus, Sunday is the last day to visit the Philadelphia Auto Show, and frigid temperatures stick around for another day before a midweek warm-up.
Arctic air remains in place all day Sunday as temperatures only climb into the upper teens Sunday afternoon. While it won't be as windy as Saturday, wind gusts around 25 mph through the day will likely keep wind chills near zero or into the single digits. Finally by Tuesday afternoon, temperatures will climb back above freezing with highs in the upper 30s.
The Puerto Rican community in Philadelphia is hosting several watch parties for the Super Bowl, aka Benito Bowl, on Sunday. Puerto Rican artist Bad Bunny will perform during the halftime show.
For decades, the Pennsylvania SPCA has helped animals beat the odds and overcome heartbreaking abuse. Animal advocate Carol Erickson introduces us to some of the animals recently rescued by the PSPCA.