Camden County helping keep kids fed over summer
Camden School District and Mighty Writers providing meals for students out of school.
Camden School District and Mighty Writers providing meals for students out of school.
New Jersey power broker George Norcross was hit with state racketeering charges on Monday along with five others. A Stockton University professor believes this is a reckoning on state political establishments.
Some Camden residents said Norcross has held on to power for too long in the Garden State.
In 2021, Mayor Victor Carstarphen dedicated $6 million to remove the 70,000 tons of non-hazardous contaminated material.
On Monday, AG Platkin alongside the Office of Public Integrity & Accountability unsealed a 13-count, 111-paged indictment charging Norcross with leading a criminal enterprise, along with five co-defendants in South Jersey and elsewhere.
Democratic power broker George Norcross and his allies have been charged in a years-long racketeering investigation, New Jersey Attorney General Matthew Platkin announced Monday in Trenton.
The city of Camden is making preparations to ensure residents are staying cool as the Delaware Valley gets ready for next week's impending heat wave.
The city of Camden is making preparations to ensure residents are staying cool as the Delaware Valley gets ready for next week's impending heat wave.
After nearly three months, the Battleship New Jersey is back on the water after leaving the Navy Yard Friday morning.
After nearly three months of work at the Philadelphia Navy Yard, the Battleship New Jersey is back on the water again, and headed to Paulsboro, New Jersey prior to its June 20 return to Camden. Kim Hudson shows you the ship on the move.
Tickets for the 3-hour trip aboard the historic ship will run you $3,000.
The Battleship New Jersey has been at the Navy Yard in South Philly undergoing repairs since late March.
In a solemn tribute to the sacrifices made by American servicemen and women, Gold Star parents and veterans gathered at the historic Dempsey Daniel Butler Cemetery in Camden.
In a solemn tribute to the sacrifices made by American servicemen and women, Gold Star parents and veterans gathered at the historic Dempsey Daniel Butler Cemetery in Camden this Memorial Day. It was one of several events honoring fallen servicemembers around the region.
In Camden, 14% of kids have elevated levels of lead. Efforts are underway to make testing quick and easy.
An effort is underway in Camden, New Jersey, to make lead testing quick and easy for families. The program is already helping families whose children have been exposed to lead.
Cherron Reynolds is Camden High School's only junior chef, and he has big dreams of becoming a master while teaching others.
Sophomore Cherron Reynolds is the first and only junior chef at Camden High School - he says his omelet is his specialty. The head of the school's nutrition program hopes he makes it to the Culinary Institute of America. Wakisha Bailey reports in this latest Focusing on the Future.
CBS News Philadelphia got a first-hand look at the important work being done while the Battleship New Jersey, America's most decorated battleship, is dry-docked at the Philadelphia Navy Yard.
A body was recovered from the Delaware River near the Adventure Aquarium in Camden on Tuesday afternoon, police said.
The Sixers on Friday celebrated Allen Iverson by unveiling a statue of his famous crossover outside their practice facility in Camden, New Jersey.
Neighbors said 27th Street had been riddled with potholes for decades, but now, the ride along this popular roadway in Camden is smooth as can be. The 10 million dollar reconstruction project of 27th Street between Marlton Avenue and Federal Street is now complete. The mayor and other leaders gathered on the newly paved street today to celebrate.
This year's restaurant lineup spans from Chadds Ford across the bridge to Camden with cuisines including traditional Mexican, Peruvian, Asian fusion and so much more!
The Battleship New Jersey is being moved to the Philadelphia Navy Yard where it will undergo repairs for eight weeks.
Camden County officials are giving away prom dresses, tuxedos and accessories to students in their communities — and even helping them find the perfect outfits.
The first presidential debate between Vice President Kamala Harris and Republican nominee Donald Trump will be held in Philadelphia on Sept. 10.
Water rescuers were combing the Schuylkill River along Kelly Drive near the Girard Avenue Bridge in Philadelphia on Friday.
The Philadelphia Phillies will play 16 of their 31 Spring Training games in Clearwater, Florida, at BayCare Ballpark.
The Willingboro Police Department stepped up to help a young boy who loves Spider-Man following an unfortunate crime.
The latest weather forecast includes multiple rounds of weekend rain, heavier on Sunday, when a NEXT Weather Alert is in effect.
The first presidential debate between Vice President Kamala Harris and Republican nominee Donald Trump will be held in Philadelphia on Sept. 10.
Water rescuers were combing the Schuylkill River along Kelly Drive near the Girard Avenue Bridge in Philadelphia on Friday.
The man who died in the crash on Kelly Drive in Philadelphia was the passenger of an Uber that made an illegal turn, police said.
The Philadelphia Phillies will play 16 of their 31 Spring Training games in Clearwater, Florida, at BayCare Ballpark.
The Willingboro Police Department stepped up to help a young boy who loves Spider-Man following an unfortunate crime.
The first presidential debate between Vice President Kamala Harris and Republican nominee Donald Trump will be held in Philadelphia on Sept. 10.
Water rescuers were combing the Schuylkill River along Kelly Drive near the Girard Avenue Bridge in Philadelphia on Friday.
The Philadelphia Phillies will play 16 of their 31 Spring Training games in Clearwater, Florida, at BayCare Ballpark.
Both Kamala Harris' and Donald Trump's campaigns are making a push for Pennsylvania voters ahead of Election Day.
Bicyclists demand the city take action to protect those who ride to work, school or for fun. This call to action follows the death of Barbara Friedes, who was hit and killed while riding her bicycle in Rittenhouse Square last month.
The Willingboro Police Department stepped up to help a young boy who loves Spider-Man following an unfortunate crime.
Camden is doubling down on its effort to clean up the city as it unveils new tools to help keep the streets clean.
Gov. Phil Murphy announced Thursday a fare holiday on all NJ Transit rides, across all systems, from Aug. 26-Sept. 2. All fares will be waved during this period.
It'll be warmer in the Delaware Valley today and Friday, with temperatures in the upper 80s. Humidity and the chance for storms will ramp up heading into the weekend.
Highly placed sources in Washington tell CBS News New York that New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy is expected to appoint his former chief of staff George Helmy to replace Democratic Sen. Robert Menendez, who announced his resignation in July.
It'll be warmer in the Delaware Valley today and Friday, with temperatures in the upper 80s. Humidity and the chance for storms will ramp up heading into the weekend.
Wednesday in the Philadelphia region will once again be filled with sunny skies, comfortable temps and low humidity.
Team USA dominated the 2024 Paris Olympics with a total of 126 medals, and the efforts of athletes from Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware were crucial to this success. Here's a recap of how these local stars made their mark.
A Newark, Delaware, apartment building was evacuated after a large fire broke out Tuesday afternoon, fire officials said.
One month after pausing dog adoptions due to a statewide kennel cough outbreak, Delaware has lifted all restrictions and is once again allowing dogs to move in and out of the state.
Philadelphia singer Jessy Kyle created a new bra inspired by her medical journey, which included a heart attack and kidney transplant.
Parents and other caregivers urged to stop using loungers linked to 5 fatalities and an infant bed tied to 1 death.
Trader Joe's reports 14 incidents of high flames, a handful resulting in minor burns and limited property damage.
Taylor Hospital in Ridley Park will soon stop performing surgeries, Crozer Health confirmed to CBS News Philadelphia on Wednesday.
The Camden County Health Department has this mobile van in a number of locations aiming to get uninsured children vaccinated for free.
Carter Melons sells mouth-watering watermelons with red, yellow and orange flesh, and the business is a family operation dating back seven decades.
The decades-long Atlantic City Airshow tradition was canceled last month and now local businesses are feeling the pain.
Videoboards are being added to the stadium among other improvement projects.
Monday's nice weather made for a busy day on the boardwalk in Ocean City, New Jersey.
August is Black Business Month and from farm to table, Honeysuckle Provisions in West Philadelphia is about making a difference in their neighborhood.
The man who died in the crash on Kelly Drive in Philadelphia was the passenger of an Uber that made an illegal turn, police said.
SEPTA Regional Rail trains were delayed Thursday night because of power loss near 30th Street Station, the agency said.
Work is underway for Phase 1 of the 14-mile, multi-year plan spanning from West Chester Pike to Interstate 95 in Delaware County, Pennsylvania.
The Noble Street Bridge in Philadelphia is closed indefinitely because of problems with the support beams, officials said.
SEPTA says parking fees will return in a phased approach beginning on Monday, Sept. 23, and daily parking rates will increase.
The Philadelphia Phillies will play 16 of their 31 Spring Training games in Clearwater, Florida, at BayCare Ballpark.
The Eagles rallied back from a 13-6 deficit in the fourth quarter to beat the New England Patriots.
Council Rock Newtown will now face Salem Little League, the New England region champs, on Saturday.
Weston Wilson became the ninth Phillies player to hit for the cycle and Philadelphia overpowered the Nationals 13-3 on Thursday night.
Joel Embiid, Paul George, Tyrese Maxey and the Philadelphia 76ers will begin the NBA regular season at home vs. the Milwaukee Bucks.
Taylor Swift's blockbuster "Eras Tour" resumed in London on Thursday after her concerts in Vienna were canceled earlier this month because of an alleged terror plot.
Gena Rowlands, hailed as one of the greatest actors to ever practice the craft, died at 94 on Wednesday, her representatives confirmed.
Taylor Swift has long called NYC's Greenwich Village home, and the city is celebrating with limited edition "Cornelia Street" signs.
New records of headliner tickets and sold-out shows were set at Musikfest 2024 despite severe weather conditions.
Taylor Swift's Eras Tour is scheduled to return to London in the star's first performances since authorities said they thwarted an attack on her shows in Vienna.
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.
Water rescuers pulled a car from the Schuylkill River along Kelly Drive near the Girard Avenue Bridge on Friday. Wakisha Bailey reports.
Yannick Nezet-Seguin, music and artistic director of the Philadelphia Orchestra says this next season is truly exciting for the Grammy-Award winning orchestra. Among the highlights: they're planning to put on a Wagner opera, there will be a guest host appearance by M. Night Shyamalan and "Yannick's Holiday Mixtape Concert" will feature holiday tunes. Ashley Harder has all the details in this week's The Heartbeat.
Less than 1% of New Jersey's 10,000 farms are Black-owned, and only 81 are USDA certified organic - so Free Haven Farms in Lawnside is doubly rare. During Black Business Month, Meteorologist Tammie Souza visited this Camden County farm and introduces you to the Hall family, intent on making the world a better place one farm-fresh bite at a time.
Love Park was revealed as the location of Diner en Blanc on Thursday night in Philadelphia. In the pop-up event people wear all white and party and picnic at a location announced at the last minute.
NEXT Weather Meteorologist Kate Bilo is tracking potential severe weather for Sunday, Aug. 18 including forecast downpours and a risk of flooding. We've issued a NEXT Weather Alert for Sunday. In the meantime, Friday's weather is pleasant if a little warmer and more humid around Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware.