Israeli government approves deal for hostage release, short cease-fire
The Israeli government said early Wednesday that it had approved a deal that would see 50 hostages held in Gaza released and a 4-day cease-fire observed.
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The Israeli government said early Wednesday that it had approved a deal that would see 50 hostages held in Gaza released and a 4-day cease-fire observed.
Gaza's Hamas-run Health Ministry says Israeli forces are closing in on second facility in the Palestinian enclave as thousands evacuate Al-Shifa hospital.
Jared Armstrong, a Philadelphia native who plays professional basketball in Israel, ran drills inside the gymnasium at the Politz Day School in Cherry Hill.
Armstrong, a professional basketball player from Philly who escaped the war in Israel, is making every second count, despite the timeout on the court.
"Many areas of difference that previously existed have been narrowed," a top national security adviser to President Biden said Sunday.
Patients, staff and displaced people left Gaza's largest hospital, health officials said, leaving behind only a skeleton crew to care for those too sick to move.
A group of pro-Palestine supporters gathered outside City Hall Friday before starting to march east on Market Street.
The member of the Colonial School Board is now apologizing for the post she made on the Israel-Hamas war.
The Philadelphia Chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations and local faith leaders led funeral prayers for civilians killed in Gaza to demand a cease-fire.
"If they were [there], they were taken out," Netanyahu told CBS News.
Four-thousand people from Philadelphia area heading to Washington, D.C. for rally on National Mall in support of Israel.
Biden calls for Gaza hospitals to be protected as Israeli troops surround the biggest medical facility, and infants' lives are caught in the middle of the war with Hamas.
They're headed to D.C. with a message they want to send to the world.
According to the Hamas-run Gaza Health Ministry, the death toll in Gaza has topped 11,000.
A cease-fire would be possible only if the more than 200 hostages held by militants in Gaza are released, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said in a televised address.
Healthcare workers called the gathering the "Shut it down for Palestine" protest.
On Thursday evening, dozens gathered to protest in support of Palestinians caught in the Israel-Hamas war outside Philadelphia City Hall.
In Tel Aviv, Israelis held a moment of silence to mark the one month since the attacks and to remember the 1,400 Israelis killed. Hamas said the death toll in Gaza is now more than 10,000.
U.N. says 70% of Gaza's population has been displaced a month into the Israel-Hamas war, as Gaza officials say more than 10,300 are dead, almost half of them children.
The U.S. secretary of state held firm to the U.S. position that a cease-fire would harm Israel's right and obligation to defend its citizens after the surprise attack by Hamas militants on Oct. 7.
A local man shares his story to CBS News Philadelphia as he waits to hear about his loved one.
Secretary of State Antony Blinken also reiterated Washington's long-standing support for the eventual recognition of a Palestinian state.
Hundreds of people rallied inside and outside Philadelphia's 30th Street Station to call for a cease-fire amid the war between Israel and Hamas on Thursday.
The demonstration comes after a similar large protest on Capitol Hill about two weeks ago.
Demonstrators are demanding that political leaders implement a cease-fire and stop genocide against Palestinians in Gaza.
The labor of love on Thanksgiving is a year-round, six-days-a-week effort for the Philadelphia nonprofit to feed homeless and hungry families.
Several fall sports teams at Shawnee High School celebrated winning the state championship at the annual Turkey Trot.
A decadelong conflict over North Wildwood's beaches involving tens of millions of dollars in litigation and fines could end soon.
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Former Sen. Bob Menendez, a Democrat from New Jersey, was convicted of 16 felony counts in July.
The labor of love on Thanksgiving is a year-round, six-days-a-week effort for the Philadelphia nonprofit to feed homeless and hungry families.
Several fall sports teams at Shawnee High School celebrated winning the state championship at the annual Turkey Trot.
A decadelong conflict over North Wildwood's beaches involving tens of millions of dollars in litigation and fines could end soon.
The holiday season can be triggering for people in recovery. Experts share tips to ease the pressure.
Former Sen. Bob Menendez, a Democrat from New Jersey, was convicted of 16 felony counts in July.
The fire in Norristown damaged 10 homes and forced people to evacuate their houses just one day before Thanksgiving.
If you're looking for help paying credit card debt, some relief offers could wind up costing you even more due to scams, experts warn.
A weapon detection system at a Philadelphia high school led to an alert and lockdown, but police had not yet found a firearm.
If you're flying today for Thanksgiving, you can track TSA screening wait times on Philadelphia International Airport's website.
Philadelphia residents should expect road closures for the annual Thanksgiving Day Parade. Here's what you need to know.
Several fall sports teams at Shawnee High School celebrated winning the state championship at the annual Turkey Trot.
A decadelong conflict over North Wildwood's beaches involving tens of millions of dollars in litigation and fines could end soon.
The holiday season can be triggering for people in recovery. Experts share tips to ease the pressure.
Camden County Police Department is helping some seniors have a stress-free holiday with Thanksgiving only two days away.
Police in Washington Township say they're "cooking up an investigation" after an Uber Eats burrito delivery turned out to be marijuana in disguise.
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.
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.
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.
A high school in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, has a reported whooping cough case.
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.
Ocean City residents were able to hear from the developer about his plans to transform Gillian's Wonderland Pier into a hotel.
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.
If you're flying today for Thanksgiving, you can track TSA screening wait times on Philadelphia International Airport's website.
Philadelphia residents should expect road closures for the annual Thanksgiving Day Parade. Here's what you need to know.
Multiple backups were seen on traffic cameras on I-95 as crews responded to multiple crashes Wednesday morning.
The holiday travel blitz in the Philadelphia region is underway, and travelers are expected to take to the skies and the roads for Thanksgiving.
Thorndale line train service was suspended in both directions between Center City and Thorndale Station Monday afternoon, according to SEPTA.
Several fall sports teams at Shawnee High School celebrated winning the state championship at the annual Turkey Trot.
A new report indicates that, yes, the Philadelphia Phillies have spoken with Scott Boras about prized free agent Juan Soto.
Councilmember Mark Squilla would like to see the Sixers go a step further and provide passes until 40% of people are taking SEPTA and PATCO to games and events.
The Eagles placed Graham on injured reserve after he tore his triceps in the win over the Rams and claimed Charles Harris from the Carolina Panthers.
The winner of Temple and La Salle will face St. Joe's in the Big 5 Championship at the Wells Fargo Center.
The Thanksgiving food shopping rush is well underway at Philadelphia staples like Reading Terminal Market and the Italian Market.
For the 10th year running, Collegeville Italian Bakery is providing hot meals to police officers, firefighters and EMTs who have to work on Thanksgiving.
Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, AMC and fans react to the debate over in-theater singing during "Wicked."
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Former Philadelphia Eagles center Jason Kelce is getting his own late-night television show on ESPN early next year.
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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.
Bill Kelly says the Thanksgiving holiday will be a NEXT Weather Alert day in the Philadelphia region due to heavy rain in the morning.
Chosen 300 Ministries in Philadelphia is making sure families don't go hungry for the holiday this Thanksgiving.
One South Jersey high school has a lot to be proud of this Thanksgiving after several of its fall sports teams won the state championship. Nikki DeMentri reports at Shawnee High School’s annual Turkey Trot which started with trophy presentations.
With the holiday shopping season kicking into high gear, a new NerdWallet survey finds that many Americans are still paying off the presents they bought last year. It comes as credit card debt levels have reached record highs this year with more people looking for help to pay it off. Josh Sidorowicz reports red flags to watch out for so you don’t end up in a worse financial situation.
The fire is burning on the 700 block of Lafayette Street in Norristown, Pennsylvania.