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Nearly 14 billion gallons of raw sewage and polluted stormwater flowed through Philadelphia's creeks, past neighborhoods, parks and playgrounds filled with children, and into the Schuylkill and Delaware rivers during a one-year span, according to data analyzed by CBS News Philadelphia.
Scientists blame climate change for the longer and more intense allergy season, which is increasing the amount of pollen in the air by more than 20%.
Global temperatures in 2024 soared to yet another record level, but this time it was such a big jump that Earth temporarily passed a major symbolic climate threshold.
Nonprofit groups are working to distribute essential supplies to those impacted by the fires across the Los Angeles area.
A congregation in Burlington County is working to preserve a historic church threatened by climate change.
A Burlington County, New Jersey, congregation is working to raise its church up off the ground to protect it from rising floodwaters.
New Jersey has declared a drought warning as dry conditions continue, asking residents to conserve water voluntarily.
Dry conditions after a record-breaking lack of rainfall are posing high fire danger in New Jersey, where crews are battling two wildfires – a 75-acre blaze in Voorhees and Evesham townships and a 300-acre major wildfire in Jackson Township, Ocean County. Brandon Goldner reports on the Bethany Run wildfire and Ryan Hughes has the latest on the Shotgun Wildfire. Plus, NEXT Weather Meteorologist Grant Gilmore explains more on the fire weather conditions and moderate to extreme levels of drought in the area.
Hurricane Milton spawned several tornadoes in Florida as it made landfall as a Category 3 hurricane and then weakened over land to a Category 1. Brandon Goldner takes a look at damage from the storm across social media and Meteorologist Kate Bilo provides the latest on Milton's location and track.
As climate change impacts Jersey Shore towns, experts say Republican Congressman Jeff Van Drew's record stands in contrast to long-term needs down the shore.
NASA is projecting sea levels along the United States coastlines could increase by as much as a foot by 2050. A majority of people in New Jersey's 2nd Congressional District, which includes Atlantic and Cape May counties, have concerns.
An expert says man-made climate change over the last few decades is raising the water around Atlantic City, making flooding more frequent and worse.
The legacy toy company is increasing the certified renewable or recycled materials that go into its bricks in an effort to reduce its reliance on fossil fuels.
Rising temperatures are having impacts on the classroom. Our NEXT Weather Meteorologist Grant Gilmore explains how climate change is affecting learning.
Some areas of the Jersey Shore experienced coastal erosion due to recent high tides.
The "dead zone" in the Gulf of Mexico has created more than 4 million acres of habitat with little to no oxygen that could kill marine life.
Meteorologist Tammie Souza explains just how hot this summer has been and what to expect in August and September.
Atlantic City began construction this year on a $22 million project to rebuild the Baltic Avenue Canal in order to protect the city from persistent flooding.
As Eastwick prepares for a temporary fix for its flooding woes, plans for a long-term solution are facing a setback.
The melting of glaciers and polar ice sheets causes water to move closer to the equator, fattening the planet and slowing its rotation, according to a recent study.
According to Climate Central, a climate research nonprofit, New Jersey is the fastest-warming state in the Northeast United States because of climate change.
New Jersey is the fastest-warming state in the entire Northeast United States because of climate change, according to Climate Central.
The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection has released a draft Extreme Heat Resilience Action Plan, which provides a blueprint for the state to address hotter temperatures. It includes adding cooling centers and bus shelters to protect residents in the summer months.
New Jersey officials are developing a plan to help residents cope with higher temperatures.
Extreme wildfires damage the environment, people's health and the economy. They've doubled in the last 20 years, new study shows.
An investigation is underway after an ATM inside a Chinese restaurant in Strawberry Mansion exploded early Saturday morning.
Bucks County detectives are investigating an officer involved shooting that occurred on Saturday, according to the Bucks County DA's office.
The festival, a three-day celebration of music, art and community, is highlighting Germantown's rich jazz legacy — and its future.
Bryce Harper, Kyle Schwarber and Max Kepler each had two RBIs for Philadelphia, which scored a total of 13 runs during its losing streak.
As rain poured down at the 129th Penn Relays on Saturday, hundreds of fans cheered at Franklin Field.
An investigation is underway after an ATM inside a Chinese restaurant in Strawberry Mansion exploded early Saturday morning.
Bucks County detectives are investigating an officer involved shooting that occurred on Saturday, according to the Bucks County DA's office.
The 2025 NFL draft is underway. Track every pick by the Philadelphia Eagles here.
Thousands of athletes will descend on the University of Pennsylvania's Franklin Field from April 24-26 to compete in track and field events at the 129th annual Penn Relays.
The funeral service for Pope Francis took place Saturday morning at the Vatican. Watch the full ceremony.
An investigation is underway after an ATM inside a Chinese restaurant in Strawberry Mansion exploded early Saturday morning.
Bucks County detectives are investigating an officer involved shooting that occurred on Saturday, according to the Bucks County DA's office.
The festival, a three-day celebration of music, art and community, is highlighting Germantown's rich jazz legacy — and its future.
As rain poured down at the 129th Penn Relays on Saturday, hundreds of fans cheered at Franklin Field.
Whether you prefer salty or sweet, here's where you can score a freebie treat this National Pretzel Day.
Whether you prefer salty or sweet, here's where you can score a freebie treat this National Pretzel Day.
Saturday will be soggy at times with breezy conditions before a broken line of storms moves in later and clears out overnight.
An easy way to properly dispose of unused medicine is by taking part in National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, April 26.
Nearly a dozen people have been arrested in a takedown of an organized car theft ring in New Jersey, authorities announced Friday.
Timber Creek Regional High School knows what type of player and person the Philadelphia Eagles are getting in Jihaad Campbell.
Whether you prefer salty or sweet, here's where you can score a freebie treat this National Pretzel Day.
Rep. Sarah McBride of Delaware hopes to tackle the issue of the bird flu, as chicken production is her state's top industry.
The Appoquinimink School District said a crash on Route 896 in Bear, Delaware, involved one of its school buses, but no students were injured.
Fifteen-year-old Sa'riyah Patterson was struck and killed by a driver in a hit-and-run in Wilmington on Monday morning.
Fog will linger throughout the day Sunday, with scattered showers expected in Philadelphia throughout the morning. Tomorrow, heavier rain is likely during the AM commute.
An easy way to properly dispose of unused medicine is by taking part in National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, April 26.
New friends now sharing the gift of life after transplant patients had the opportunity to meet in person at a special introduction.
Days after a judge approved Prospect Medical Holdings' closure of Crozer Health, Taylor Hospital will close Saturday morning.
April 26 has officially become known as Diabetic Eye Screening Day in Pennsylvania. There will be free screenings to help prevent vision loss for people with diabetes.
The closure of Crozer Health is leaving a void in health care in Delaware County and raising concerns for local businesses.
The closure of Crozer Health is leaving a void in health care in Delaware County and raising concerns for local businesses.
A nonprofit and a restaurant in South Jersey are teaming up for Good Friday to help families in need with a meal giveaway.
Good food is part of the Good Friday holiday tradition for families in Philadelphia's Port Richmond neighborhood this Easter weekend.
West Chester toy store fears President Trump's tariffs on imports could put them out of business.
Mack Trucks plans to lay off up to 350 people over the next 90 days at its operations center in Lower Macungie Township, Pa.
I-95 was closed from Northeast Philadelphia to Bucks County for hours on Easter Sunday as crews worked to repair a damaged 4-inch high-pressure natural gas main
The expansion of the Schuylkill River Trail from Christian to Crescent in Philadelphia is scheduled to open on May 17.
I-95 in Delaware County has reopened after a crash near the Route 476 exit.
Transportation advocates and officials gathered in Delaware County on Thursday to call on the state to increase funding for SEPTA.
SEPTA riders and state and local officials gathered at City Hall to protest the potential service cuts and demand a permanent yearly funding increase.
Bryce Harper, Kyle Schwarber and Max Kepler each had two RBIs for Philadelphia, which scored a total of 13 runs during its losing streak.
As rain poured down at the 129th Penn Relays on Saturday, hundreds of fans cheered at Franklin Field.
Colin Rea (1-0) limited Philadelphia to three hits over five scoreless innings for the win.
The Philadelphia Eagles traded up a spot to select Jihaad Campbell at No. 31 overall. The front office had a good idea of the player they were getting. Campbell certainly stood out.
Kampton Kam, a junior track and field high jumper at Penn, is looking to win big during the 129th running of the Penn Relays.
The 2025 AMA nominations were released on Wednesday, with Kendrick Lamar leading with 10. The awards show will air on May 26.
Much to the disappointment of anyone crushing on Philadelphia's leading man, Super Bowl MVP Jalen Hurts is officially a married man.
A casting call is out for extras needed when the Hershey biopic comes to film in Pittsburgh.
The WWE's 41st WrestleMania event is finally here. Here's what time it starts and how to watch all the action on night 2.
Ryan Gosling will star in the next installment of the "Star Wars" franchise, "Star Wars: Starfighter," which will hit theaters in May 2027. Shawn Levy will direct the film.
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.
After shower—much need rain- and a few storms (including some severe weather in Ocean County, NJ), we’re clearing things out overnight. Andrew Kozak has the forecast for the week ahead.
Surveillance video obtained by CBS News Philadelphia shows an ATM explosion inside a Chinese restaurant, in Philadelphia's Strawberry Mansion neighborhood.
Bucks County detectives are investigating an officer involved shooting that occurred on Saturday, according to the Bucks County DA's office.
An investigation is underway after an ATM inside a Chinese restaurant, in Philadelphia's Strawberry Mansion neighborhood, exploded early Saturday morning. Ryan Hughes reports.
The festival, a three-day celebration of music, art and community, is highlighting Germantown's rich jazz legacy — and its future. Eva Andersen reports.