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"Abbott Elementary" actress and star Sheryl Lee Ralph introduced Mayor Cherelle Parker with a heartfelt poem that almost brought Parker to tears before she was sworn in as the first woman mayor of Philadelphia.
Kevin Bethel was sworn in as the city's newest police commissioner at the Russell Conwell Middle School in Kensington.
Mayor Cherelle Parker delivered her inaugural address on Jan. 2 after she was administered the oath of office by U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Secretary Marcia Fudge.
Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker on Tuesday outlined her first 100 days to make the city the "safest, cleanest, greenest big city in the nation."
On Tuesday, Jan. 2, Cherelle Parker was publicly sworn in as the 100th mayor of Philadelphia, the first woman and first Black woman to lead the city.
"Abbott Elementary" star Sheryl Lee Ralph introduced Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker with a poem before Parker was sworn in as the first woman mayor of the city.
Philadelphians are hopeful Cherelle Parker and her new police commissioner will take charge and make the city safer.
Bethel most recently served as chief of school safety for the School District of Philadelphia
Pastor Carl Day and other activists battling gun violence want the new Philadelphia mayor and police commissioner to engage with community leaders and groups and develop neighborhood safety plans.
After her official swearing in, Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker will sign three executive orders related to her first term priorities, including declaring a public safety emergency for the city, making local government more visible and responsive, and removing college degree requirements as a prerequisite for city employment. READ MORE
During her tenure as mayor, Cherelle Parker says her goal is to make Philadelphia the "safest, cleanest, greenest big city in the nation."
When she's inaugurated on Jan. 2, 2024, Cherelle Parker will make history as the first woman and first Black woman to run the City of Philadelphia as its mayor. A Philadelphia native, Parker served 10 years as a state representative and was elected to Philadelphia City Council in 2016, eventually becoming council majority leader. https://www.cbsnews.com/philadelphia/news/cherelle-parker-philadelphia-mayor-inauguration/
Parker will be sworn in as Philadelphia's 100th mayor on Tuesday.
Cherelle Parker will be publicly sworn in as Philadelphia's 100th mayor during her inauguration ceremony at The Met.
Cherelle Parker, the first woman and first Black woman to lead the city, will be sworn in as Philadelphia's 100th mayor on Tuesday, Jan. 2, 2024. Parker, a democrat, replaces Jim Kenney, who served as Philadelphia's mayor for the last eight years. https://www.cbsnews.com/philadelphia/news/cherelle-parker-blueprint-safer-philadelphia-press-conference/
Mayor-elect Cherelle Parker will be sworn in as Philadelphia's 100th mayor on Tuesday.
Mayor Jim Kenney thanked Philadelphians during his final day of office on Sunday before Mayor-elect Cherelle Parker is sworn in as the 100th mayor of the city.
Mayor-elect Cherelle Parker on Thursday appointed Geer as the city's first-ever chief public safety director and named Craig Murphy as the acting fire commissioner.
In a news conference Thursday, Mayor-elect Cherelle Parker named Adam Geer as Philadelphia's first-ever chief public safety director and Craig Murphy as acting fire commissioner.
Mayor-elect Cherelle Parker on Thursday named Adam Geer as the city's chief public safety director and Craig Murphy as acting fire commissioner.
Philadelphia Mayor-elect Cherelle Parker is set to announce her pick to replace Adam Thiel as fire commissioner on Thursday. Thiel was recently appointed by Parker as the city's new managing director. Parker is also set to announce who will serve as the Philadelphia's new chief public safety director.
Philadelphia Fire Commissioner Adam Thiel will take over as the city's managing director next week after Cherelle Parker is sworn in as mayor.
Thiel is a familiar face to Philadelphians with years of public service to the city.
In just one week, Cherelle Parker will be sworn in as Philadelphia's 100th mayor and on Tuesday, the Mayor-elect made a big announcement.
Mayor-elect Cherelle Parker announced Adam Thiel as the city's managing director during a press conference Tuesday at City Hall.
Philadelphia police are expected to announce arrests in connection with a series of assaults in Center City last week.
A man was sentenced to 4-8 years for VUFA 6105 after he threatened an elderly man over a parking space in Philadelphia.
The Pennsylvania native and wife of former Philadelphia Eagles center Jason Kelce is launching her new podcast "Not Gonna Lie with Kylie Kelce" on Thursday, Dec. 5.
Broadway's hit true story, A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical is coming to the Forest Theatre. Enter here to win 2 tickets and a $100 gift card to Loch Bar for pre-show dining.
Microsoft said it's investigating an issue impacting access to Microsoft 365 and its Teams app.
Philadelphia police are expected to announce arrests in connection with a series of assaults in Center City last week.
Part of Girard Avenue in Northern Liberties remains closed as crews work on cleaning up a water main break in Philadelphia.
A man was sentenced to 4-8 years for VUFA 6105 after he threatened an elderly man over a parking space in Philadelphia.
The Pennsylvania native and wife of former Philadelphia Eagles center Jason Kelce is launching her new podcast "Not Gonna Lie with Kylie Kelce" on Thursday, Dec. 5.
Microsoft said it's investigating an issue impacting access to Microsoft 365 and its Teams app.
Philadelphia police are expected to announce arrests in connection with a series of assaults in Center City last week.
A man was sentenced to 4-8 years for VUFA 6105 after he threatened an elderly man over a parking space in Philadelphia.
The Pennsylvania native and wife of former Philadelphia Eagles center Jason Kelce is launching her new podcast "Not Gonna Lie with Kylie Kelce" on Thursday, Dec. 5.
Meet Avee Charles, a young fashion designer whose trends are inspired by Philadelphia '90s music and who has become a global brand.
I-95 north has reopened between Exit 32 at Academy Road/Linden Avenue and Exit 35 at Woodhaven Road/63 West after a crash early Monday morning.
A community in Lawnside came together with a peace vigil after a resident's fence was defaced with a racist message.
A new work program called the Hope Work Initiative launched this week in Atlantic City to give people experiencing homelessness a second chance.
Runners, set? The Philadelphia Marathon Weekend is finally here! Here's a list of events going on throughout the area this weekend.
A World War II veteran in Vineland, New Jersey celebrated his 103rd birthday at the French Embassy in Washington DC.
Winemaker Larry Sharrott said the drought will help produce robust wines at his South Jersey winery.
Former NFL running back Wendell Smallwood Jr. has been charged with defrauding COVID-19 relief programs, court documents show.
Sahori Arteaga and her family spent 10 months at the Ronald McDonald House of Delaware after flying 3,000 miles from Honduras to Wilmington for a kidney transplant.
It was a full circle moment when a Chester County mother brought her son to visit the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Greater Delaware for the first time.
For the Schiro family from Nevada, the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Greater Delaware — "Donald's House" — is a second home.
While we don't have anything solid in the forecast, as of late November, meteorologists can look at trends and historical dates.
Whole Foods Market stores in five states sold recalled carrots and celery sticks that could contain E. coli.
As runners count down to Sunday's big race at the Philadelphia Marathon, the cause is driving some people to run 26.2 miles.
A high school in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, has a reported whooping cough case.
The new report shows the lung cancer survival rate has improved 26% in the last five years.
Skin care products are popular on TikTok, but some of them can damage skin, experts say.
Winemaker Larry Sharrott said the drought will help produce robust wines at his South Jersey winery.
The bar made the announcement on social media in a collaborative post with all other Bark Social locations.
The Philadelphia City Council is scheduled to hear public comment Tuesday afternoon on the proposed Sixers arena near the city's Chinatown neighborhood.
The Eagles running back is looking to get into sports consulting and talent management, the application shows.
Six Flags announced it shut down the Kingda Ka and Green Lantern roller coasters to make way for two new rides including The Flash coaster.
I-95 north has reopened between Exit 32 at Academy Road/Linden Avenue and Exit 35 at Woodhaven Road/63 West after a crash early Monday morning.
SEPTA will receive an infusion of $153 million in "flexed" federal highway money, enough to cover its running deficit, officials announced Friday.
Philadelphia Marathon Weekend is here, with the annual 26.2-mile run taking over the city with road closures and traffic delays.
Starting Dec. 1, hopping on a SEPTA bus, train, or trolley will likely cost you more. The Transit Authority approved a 7.5% rate increase on Thursday across much of its system.
On Wednesday, SEPTA agree to tentative deals with two unions to avert a strike in Philadelphia and its suburbs.
Philadelphia Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni said he's holding out hope for Graham's return.
Saquon Barkley ran for touchdowns of 70 and 72 yards in the second half and finished with an Eagles-record 255 yards rushing in the win over the Rams.
Brandon Graham now only trails Trent Cole and Reggie White on Philadelphia's all-time sacks list.
James Harden had 23 points and eight assists, Ivica Zubac had 16 points and 12 rebounds and the Los Angeles Clippers coasted to a 125-99 win over the Philadelphia 76ers.
The Eagles will look to extend their winning streak to seven games tonight against the Rams on Sunday Night Football at SoFi Stadium.
Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, AMC and fans react to the debate over in-theater singing during "Wicked."
Runners, set? The Philadelphia Marathon Weekend is finally here! Here's a list of events going on throughout the area this weekend.
Former Philadelphia Eagles center Jason Kelce is getting his own late-night television show on ESPN early next year.
The Stardew Valley Symphony of Seasons tour is bringing a video game soundtrack to over 60 cities.
Jay Leno was badly injured in Greensburg when the 74-year-old comedian fell down a hill.
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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 Salvation Army brass band joined CBS News Philadelphia to help kick off our annual Joy of Sharing toy drive.
Between Monday and Wednesday, 250,000 people are expected to travel through Philadelphia International Airport as winter storms are forecast to sweep across the country this week.
Monday is a great to get Thanksgiving travel started early, with sunshine across the region, increasing clouds and highs in the upper 50s. While the Delaware Valley will stay too warm for snow, meteorologist Kate Bilo says two storm systems could impact your holiday travel plans.
Fashion designer Avee Charles says her clothes are inspired by 90s music and her Philadelphia neo-soul upbringing. Her contemporary brand, called AVEEATION, was one of the newest designers featured during New York Fashion Week.
Thousands of runners descended on Philadelphia this week for the 2024 marathon, half-marathon and 8K races. One of those runners told CBS News Philadelphia that he's on a mission to run a marathon in all 50 states this year – and Philadelphia checked number 48 off his list.