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Independence National Historical Park unveiled its latest earn and learn trading card. The program is designed to help kids connect with the faces, places and stories represented in the park.
A ceremony was held at historic Christ Church Burial Ground in Old City to honor a Philadelphia native who was killed in action near the end of the Civil War.
The commemoration of this year's milestone anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg will include amenities that soldiers would have relished 150 years ago.
Memorial Day will be marked in Cheltenham Township Monday at 10:30 a.m. with a ceremony remembering veterans dating back to the Civil War and the renaming of some township fields for those who answered our country's call in its time of need.
A soldier's monument that had been in storage since it was recovered after it was stolen years ago from the Mount Moriah Cemetery in Yeadon has been moved to a new home and the public will be able to see it Sunday during noon-time memorial ceremonies in East Falls.
On this Memorial Day weekend, there's a new look at a transformative time of the Civil War.
Today in 1863, Congress passed the 13th Amendment which, when ratified in 1865, officially outlawed slavery in the United States and all of its territories.
While many historians concur the bombardment on Fort Sumter triggered the start of the Civil War, there is a document President Abraham Lincoln signed just days after the event that is actually considered the legal launch of the bloody conflict between the states.
The Raab Collection in Philadelphia said Tuesday it is selling the document, which it calls one of the most important in American history. The asking price is $900,000.
Gettysburg is a weekend destination that's less than a three hour drive from most of the Delaware Valley. It's also the ideal spot to explore the history, colorful town, challenging golf and memorable meals of the area.
They're asking the State Supreme Court to overturn a law that allows counties to abolish their office.
It's not only outlandish but ridiculous and pointless.
Filming is scheduled to get underway this summer on "The North Star," a movie that tells the story of two slaves who flee a Virginia plantation.
Railroads have been described as critical to our nation's expansion into a world power but also played a dual role in the war that could have destroyed it.
This is Gettysburg Weekend, which marks the 148th anniversary of the epic Civil War battle often called the high water mark of the Confederacy. Even today, there are things to learn about it.
Dozens of people marched through Laurel Hill Cemetery in East Fairmount Park, yesterday, laying wreaths on the graves of Civil War soldiers in a re-creation of Philadelphia's oldest Memorial Day ceremony.
The newest crop of Philadelphia historymakers and storytellers begin their work this Memorial Day weekend after graduating at a ceremony at the Betsy Ross House.
The nation is marking the 150th anniversary of the beginning of the Civil War this year, and one aspect which hasn't been discussed much is now the subject of a book by a local professor.
The parade - marking the 150th anniversary of the start of the Civil War - is set to get under way at 10 a.m. outside the National Constitution Center on Arch Street.
To mark the anniversary, a treasure trove of artifacts was on display today at the Historical Society of Pennsylvania, in Philadelphia.
The collection of Civil War documents and artwork is one of the largest and most impressive in the country.
Tasting Freedom: Octavius Catto and the Battle for Equality in Civil War America is a compelling read, bringing to life the story of a 19th century black Philadelphian, who was killed at 32 advocating non-violent change.
It looks as if the city's historic Union League is about to make history itself, by having the first woman president in its 148-year history.
A unique Civil War blog launching Saturday is ushering a new exhibit opening in December at the Rosenbach museum and library.
The ERs at two Delaware County hospitals are shut down indefinitely due to radiology system problems, a Crozer Health spokesperson told CBS News Philadelphia.
Traffic on the George C. Platt Memorial Bridge was blocked in both directions Tuesday morning after a car caught fire.
The Brandywine Warriors need to raise more than $10,000 before traveling to Florida to compete in the 2024 United YFL Championship tournament.
Kutztown Borough Police said a skimmer was found Dec. 1 on the Santander ATM located inside the CVS store's photo section.
The cold conditions will continue on Tuesday with morning lows in the 20s and daytime highs only reaching the mid-low 40s in the Philadelphia region.
The ERs at two Delaware County hospitals are shut down indefinitely due to radiology system problems, a Crozer Health spokesperson told CBS News Philadelphia.
Traffic on the George C. Platt Memorial Bridge was blocked in both directions Tuesday morning after a car caught fire.
The Brandywine Warriors need to raise more than $10,000 before traveling to Florida to compete in the 2024 United YFL Championship tournament.
Kutztown Borough Police said a skimmer was found Dec. 1 on the Santander ATM located inside the CVS store's photo section.
The cold conditions will continue on Tuesday with morning lows in the 20s and daytime highs only reaching the mid-low 40s in the Philadelphia region.
The ERs at two Delaware County hospitals are shut down indefinitely due to radiology system problems, a Crozer Health spokesperson told CBS News Philadelphia.
Traffic on the George C. Platt Memorial Bridge was blocked in both directions Tuesday morning after a car caught fire.
Kutztown Borough Police said a skimmer was found Dec. 1 on the Santander ATM located inside the CVS store's photo section.
Penn grad Sophia Schiaroli created Cherry Social to cultivate a safe space for the queer community.
Starting Monday, sanitation workers will pick up trash twice a week in Center City and South Philadelphia. Here's what residents should know.
A pedestrian was struck and killed on Route 130 in Burlington County Monday night, emergency officials said.
Walking pneumonia has increased all over the country and here in the Philadelphia region, where younger children are being especially hard hit.
A Canadian man has been arrested for the murder of Tammy Tignor, whose was found strangled to death in a New Jersey park in 1997.
Gov. Phil Murphy's administration says New Jersey's gas tax will climb about 6% to 44.9 cents a gallon starting New Year's Day.
Multiple fire crews responded to a three-alarm fire at a building in Maple Shade, New Jersey, early Monday morning.
The Brandywine Warriors need to raise more than $10,000 before traveling to Florida to compete in the 2024 United YFL Championship tournament.
Delaware State Police are investigating after a New York man was robbed and shot at the Biden Welcome Center in Newark Sunday morning.
Multiple backups were seen on traffic cameras on I-95 as crews responded to multiple crashes Wednesday morning.
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.
Walking pneumonia has increased all over the country and here in the Philadelphia region, where younger children are being especially hard hit.
The holiday season can be triggering for people in recovery. Experts share tips to ease the pressure.
Michael Profeto received the 1,000th kidney transplant at Temple University Hospital during Thanksgiving week.
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.
Deep divisions erupted Monday night during the final public comment session on the Philadelphia 76ers' proposal to build a $1.3 billion arena in Center City.
Black Friday is not just a major shopping day, it's also a crucial day for many small businesses that rely on their deep connection with their customers.
Some of the Philadelphia region's best malls saw an influx of customers on Black Friday.
The Thanksgiving food shopping rush is well underway at Philadelphia staples like Reading Terminal Market and the Italian Market.
Triple Bottom Brewing's apprenticeships provide opportunities for people involved with the justice system.
Traffic on the George C. Platt Memorial Bridge was blocked in both directions Tuesday morning after a car caught fire.
Sources told CBS Philadelphia conversations are ongoing to find a better, permanent location for a bus terminal in the city.
Plenty of people were also returning to the Philadelphia area after spending the holiday away.
Gov. Phil Murphy's administration says New Jersey's gas tax will climb about 6% to 44.9 cents a gallon starting New Year's Day.
Amtrak says train service between Philadelphia and New York City has been fully restored, but riders may still experience delays.
Deep divisions erupted Monday night during the final public comment session on the Philadelphia 76ers' proposal to build a $1.3 billion arena in Center City.
The Philadelphia Eagles have a clear path to the NFC East title are threatening the Detroit Lions for the top seed in the conference.
K.C. Keeler will take over as head football coach at Temple University.
The Philadelphia Eagles flew to victory and extended their winning streak to 10-2 Sunday night at the M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore.
The Philadelphia Eagles look to extend their winning streak to eight games Sunday in a battle of the birds with the Baltimore Ravens.
Elton John says he's lost his eyesight and struggled to see his new musical, "The Devil Wears Prada" after a "severe" eye infection.
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People braved some of the coldest temperatures the Philadelphia area has seen all with the hope of getting into the holiday spirit.
Host Ashley Harder gets into the holiday spirit with an all-access pass to Walnut Street Theater's production of everyone's favorite elf!
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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.
A Crozer spokesperson told CBS News Philadelphia the emergency rooms at Crozer-Chester Medical Center and Taylor Hospital are shut down.
The Platt Bridge near the Philadelphia International Airport has reopened Tuesday morning after a car fire stopped traffic in both directions for several hours.
A crash in Fairmount Park is under investigation - meanwhile, the final legislative hearing in Philadelphia CIty Council on the proposed new 76ers arena is taking place Tuesday after tensions ran high during previous public comment sessions. Jim Donovan has your latest morning headlines with weather from NEXT Weather Meteorologist Kate Bilo.
Ross DiMattei was live all morning at Cherry Hill High School East in New Jersey for a preview of the upcoming "Miracle on 34th Street." In case you missed it, here's everything we can show you online - minus the copyrighted song we're not allowed to use on our digital platforms. You'll just have to check out the show if you want to hear it! The show opens on Dec. 6!
A NEXT Weather Alert is in effect for Thursday, when snow and rain give way to howling winds and a blast of chilly Arctic air that will feel brutally cold. Meteorologist Kate Bilo has your forecast for today, tomorrow and the week ahead.