Hundreds gathered at menorah lighting ceremony at Independence Mall
People gathered at Independence Mall to celebrate the 50th anniversary of what organizers say was the first public menorah lighting in the world.
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People gathered at Independence Mall to celebrate the 50th anniversary of what organizers say was the first public menorah lighting in the world.
A mosque in West Philadelphia hosted an end-of-the-year feast on Saturday to give back to community members in and outside of the Muslim faith.
A mosque in West Philadelphia hosted an end-of-the-year feast on Saturday to give back to community members in and outside of the Muslim faith. Eva Andersen takes us to the annual feast of giving.
Families gathered in Ardmore, Pennsylvania, Thursday to celebrate the second night of Hanukkah, light a community menorah and enjoy snacks and activities together.
Chosen 300 Ministries provided gifts and a holiday breakfast to dozens of local families and children on Christmas morning.
The American Red Cross of Southeastern Pennsylvania hosted a children's party in West Philly for families impacted by disaster over the past year.
Toys collected through CBS News Philadelphia's annual Joy of Sharing campaign are given to children through Mothers in Charge and the Salvation Army.
After serving the Philadelphia community for 35 years, the nonprofit AIDS Fund Philly announced that the organization is shutting down on Dec. 31, 2024.
The holiday season is a season of giving, and many local organizations are helping support their communities with your help.
Families gathered at Ronald McDonald House of Philadelphia Tuesday to celebrate the holidays and honor co-founder Dr. Audrey Evans.
Dozens of volunteers came together in Northeast Philadelphia to transform a vacant lot into a community garden.
Philadelphia will display murals to honor four "Real Life Rockys," or local heroes who embody the fictional boxer's spirit and gritty mentality.
Sophia Schiaroli, of Philadelphia, is building the Cherry Social app to create a safe space for people in the queer community to connect.
This is the second year Collingdale Councilwoman Felecia Coffee has organized the Thanksgiving feast for veterans and those less fortunate.
Camden County Police Department is helping some seniors have a stress-free holiday with Thanksgiving only two days away.
Sixers point guard Tyrese Maxey is helping some families put Thanksgiving dinner on the table. For the third year in a row, Maxey and his foundation provided free holiday meals. Long lines formed outside George Washington Carver High School in North Philadelphia for pickup and a chance to meet Maxey. Turkey and all the fixing were part of the 2,000 Thanksgiving dinners.
Along with the South Jersey chapter of Jack and Jill of America, dozens of kids and their families helped build bikes for the Boys and Girls Club of Glassboro and the Yale School, which helps students with disabilities.
CBS News Philadelphia anchor Ukee Washington was inducted into the PABJ Hall of Fame at the organization's 50th Anniversary Gala in University City.
Prospect United Methodist Church is at risk of closing because of money, impacting nonprofit Delco Helping Hands which operates out of the church's basement.
Philly Pride was on full display as members returned home from a 23-day mission in North Carolina in the wake of Helene.
The first lady of the Enon Tabernacle Baptist Church will be honored this Sunday at the Celebrating Women's Empowerment Luncheon.
The mural, "Luminaries: The Coronation," celebrates the school's 177th anniversary with one legendary alumna: Jilly from Philly.
Christina Koronkiewicz says she has collected 830 bags of trash so far this year in Delaware County.
Christina Koronkiewicz spends hours each day cleaning up Prospect Park, Pennsylvania, and picking up trash. She plans to donate the money she's found to charity.
A group of businesses in South Jersey are coming together to help victims of Helene as Hurricane Milton races towards Florida.
Your leftover Christmas tree doesn't need to be thrown away – it could be turned into goat food and wood chips.
Flyers rookie Aleksei Kolosov allowed three second-period goals as Philadelphia lost, 5-2, to the Golden Knights on Thursday.
President Biden and first lady Jill Biden will meet with families and community members during their visit, the White House said.
A government panel failed to reach consensus on national security risks of a proposal for Nippon Steel to purchase U.S. Steel, leaving the decision to the president.
Dr. Vivek Murthy issued an advisory Friday about alcohol and cancer risk and called for changes to beverage warning labels.
Friday will start off with mostly sunny skies, but a quick-moving system will approach the Philadelphia area through the afternoon and bring snow showers in the evening.
Your leftover Christmas tree doesn't need to be thrown away – it could be turned into goat food and wood chips.
Former Princeton football player Tiger Bech and Billy DiMaio, a former Chestnut Hill College lacrosse player, were identified as victims in the New Year's Day terror attack.
Flyers rookie Aleksei Kolosov allowed three second-period goals as Philadelphia lost, 5-2, to the Golden Knights on Thursday.
President Biden and first lady Jill Biden will meet with families and community members during their visit, the White House said.
Your leftover Christmas tree doesn't need to be thrown away – it could be turned into goat food and wood chips.
Friday will start off with mostly sunny skies, but a quick-moving system will approach the Philadelphia area through the afternoon and bring snow showers in the evening.
John Romano is charged with ethnic intimidation and other offenses after he allegedly hurled racial epithets at a Black woman in Folcroft.
Instead of arresting juveniles, Philadelphia police say they'll become part of a new diversion program aimed at keeping kids out of the criminal justice system when possible.
According to the National Weather Service in Mount Holly, New Jersey, 2024 tied the record for warmest year in Philadelphia and the surrounding area.
A federal judge is expected to rule Friday on whether New York City congestion pricing can start this weekend as scheduled.
Friday will start off with mostly sunny skies, but a quick-moving system will approach the Philadelphia area through the afternoon and bring snow showers in the evening.
A child died and at least 17 people were taken to the hospital after a fire in Ewing Township, New Jersey, Thursday afternoon.
New Jersey kicks off 2025 with a surge in several respiratory illnesses — influenza, RSV and COVID.
From minimum wage increases to changes in health insurance coverage, here's a look at some of the new laws taking effect in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware in 2025.
Friday will start off with mostly sunny skies, but a quick-moving system will approach the Philadelphia area through the afternoon and bring snow showers in the evening.
U.S. Rep.-elect Sarah McBride, of Delaware, will be sworn in as the first openly transgender member of Congress on Jan. 3.
From minimum wage increases to changes in health insurance coverage, here's a look at some of the new laws taking effect in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware in 2025.
Officials say 40 to 50 snow geese, including some at a southern Delaware wildfire refuge, have tested positive for avian influenza.
A fire on New Year's Day at the Fox Run Apartments in Bear, Delaware, has displaced about three dozen people, officials said.
New Jersey kicks off 2025 with a surge in several respiratory illnesses — influenza, RSV and COVID.
Broccoli florets from California grower and sold at more than 1,000 Walmart stores are recalled because they could contain listeria.
Officials say 40 to 50 snow geese, including some at a southern Delaware wildfire refuge, have tested positive for avian influenza.
Gardners Candies warns that recalled Meltaway Bars product may contain undeclared cashews, a health risk for people with tree nut allergies.
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts sustained a concussion in the first quarter of Sunday's game against the Commanders.
The micro bakery gets a glow-up with its first brick-and-mortar location in Philadelphia's East Kensington neighborhood.
If you're heading out for a last-minute gift in the Philadelphia area, time is ticking. Here are the hours for local malls.
Capitol buildings are almost always an imposing presence.
Sang Kee Peking Duck House was closed for about a week after a flood of steam damaged the electrical system and fire alarm inside.
More than 80% of retailers rolled out stricter return policies last year, research shows.
SEPTA officials warned customers of a card production issue impacting some customers on Thursday.
I-95 southbound was closed in northern Delaware Wednesday morning after a fatal crash involving two paramedics and a Newark resident.
Traffic is moving again on Kelly Drive near Boathouse Row after an accident.
The 2025 Mummers Parade will result in Philadelphia road closures and parking restrictions. Here's what you need to know.
New federal regulations are in effect for U.S. airlines, meaning faster, easier refunds for flight cancelations or significant disruptions if you choose not to be rebooked.
Your leftover Christmas tree doesn't need to be thrown away – it could be turned into goat food and wood chips.
Flyers rookie Aleksei Kolosov allowed three second-period goals as Philadelphia lost, 5-2, to the Golden Knights on Thursday.
Stephen Curry had 30 points and made all eight of his 3-point attempts, and the Golden State Warriors beat the Philadelphia 76ers 139-105.
Notre Dame and Penn State will face off in the semifinals of the College Football Playoff in the Orange Bowl in Miami on Jan 9.
Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver DeVonta Smith proposed to his girlfriend, Mya Danielle, on New Year's Eve.
Wayne Osmond started his musical career as an original member of The Osmonds with his brothers.
Ready to ring in 2025 Philadelphia style? Here's a list of New Year's Eve celebrations in the Philadelphia area.
What better way to kick off 2025 than with an out-of-this-world fireworks display? Here's a list of fireworks shows happening this New Year's Eve around the Philadelphia region.
Linda Lavin, a Tony Award-winning stage actress who became a working class icon as a paper-hat wearing waitress on the TV sitcom "Alice," has died. She was 87.
Olivia Hussey won a Golden Globe for best new actress for her part as Juliet in Franco Zeffirelli's 1968 adaptation of William Shakespeare's "Romeo and Juliet."
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.
EMS workers at a home on Templin Road in Glenmoore, Pennsylvania were sickened and taken to a hospital after responding to an emergency call.
The Farm at Awbury Arboretum is once again offering Christmas "Tree-Cycling," where your tree will be fed to hungry goats and then turned into wood chips.
The Pennsylvania Turnpike will soon begin "open road tolling," which does away with manned toll booths in favor of regular overhead toll checkpoints that will either send drivers a bill via pay-by-plate technology, or use drivers' EZPass devices to pay the toll. Jim Donovan explains what you need to know and has the other morning headlines with the NEXT Weather forecast from Meteorologist Kate Bilo.
The Philadelphia region will see snow on Friday afternoon and evening that could disrupt the evening commute. NEXT Weather Meteorologist Kate Bilo times out when snow arrives and where on Friday.
A man riding a SEPTA bus near 3rd and Race streets in Old City was stabbed by another man wielding a box cutter, according to police.