Teen football player deaths raise concerns about heat, safety
At least seven teen football players have died in the U.S. in August. Experts say parents of teen football players should be proactive.
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At least seven teen football players have died in the U.S. in August. Experts say parents of teen football players should be proactive.
Even first responders like city firefighters and police officers need a helping hand to stay cool with Wednesday’s scorching heat. Josh Sanders introduces a volunteer group that has served Philadelphia’s first responders for more than a century.
NEXT Weather Meteorologist Grant Gilmore explains how climate change affects learning as rising temperatures impact the classroom.
Meteorologist Tammie Souza explains just how hot this summer has been and what to expect in August and September.
July was the 8th consecutive month of above-average temperatures in the Philadelphia region, and the streak is expected to continue in August. Meteorologist Tammie Souza explains.
The U.S. has contended with unrelenting temperatures this summer, and a map from NASA paints a dire picture of the scale of those persistent heat waves.
People across the Delaware Valley are making changes to their summer schedules to try and find ways to survive the scorching heat.
For the last few days, Morgan's Pier on Christopher Columbus Boulevard at Penn's Landing has been emptier than usual, despite the restaurant being right on the Delaware River with beautiful views of the Ben Franklin Bridge. The restaurant has no indoor seating.
Thanks to the intense heat wave in the Philadelphia area, the Conklin Pool in Elkins Park, Montgomery County is seeing more visitors.
During the oppressive heat, Camden County, New Jersey, families are turning to parks, libraries and water to stay cool.
Philadelphia is under an air quality alert, which means everyone should be limiting time spent outside. A doctor shares advice for staying safe and healthy at this time.
Campers were feeling the heat Monday at a summer camp in Philadelphia, but they prioritized time in the pool to cool off.
At the Philadelphia Parks and Recreation summer camp at Lackman Playground, campers were feeling the heat Monday. Reporter Eva Andersen has the story.
To help combat the heat, the city is rolling out its Heat Health Emergency measures, including opening over 150 cooling centers daily for anyone in need.
With high temps in the upper-90s and increased humidity, an excessive heat warning is in effect through for Philadelphia and the surrounding suburbs until Wednesday morning.
The searing heat is back again, with highs on Monday in the mid and upper 90s.
The searing heat is back again, with highs on Monday in the mid and upper 90s. Chief Meteorologist Bill Kelly has the forecast.
Hot temperatures will continue in the Philadelphia region this week. Meteorologist Andrew Kozak shares the forecast and when to expect more storms.
A heat advisory is in effect for the Delaware Valley until Tuesday morning. Temperatures during that time will feel like 98 to 102 degrees.
Saturday is off to a wet start with a flood watch in effect into the afternoon. But the Philadelphia area won't be totally washed out.
Some families looking to stay cool during this heat wave say they have been denied access to city pools because their children didn't have the proper attire.
Many people have to work in blazing hot temperatures from the Main Line to South Jersey and down the shore. But others get to work in the freezing cold to bring joy to their community.
Camps are adapting to deal with the extreme heat in South Jersey. Our NEXT Weather Alert coverage makes a stop at two camps: one in Cherry Hill and the other in Medford.
Doctors say in extreme temperatures, our bodies have to work harder to keep us cool and that can cause the release of the stress hormone, cortisol.
Tuesday will be the sixth day of the ongoing heat wave in the Delaware Valley. Highs will reach the mid-90s but the heat index will get up to 105 degrees.
After months of uncertainty, Prospect Medical Holdings said that the Crozer Health system in Pennsylvania will be closing.
The Eagles and Pro Bowl center Cam Jurgens inked a four-year contract extension Monday, days before the 2025 NFL draft.
Authorities say police found the car Eagles wide receiver A.J. Brown reported stolen Monday in Camden, New Jersey.
The Archdiocese of Philadelphia held Mass at the Cathedral Basilica of Saint Peter and Paul following the death of Pope Francis.
The death of Pope Francis initiates a centuries-old process of rituals and traditions culminating with a conclave to choose his successor.
After months of uncertainty, Prospect Medical Holdings said that the Crozer Health system in Pennsylvania will be closing.
Authorities say police found the car Eagles wide receiver A.J. Brown reported stolen Monday in Camden, New Jersey.
The Eagles and Pro Bowl center Cam Jurgens inked a four-year contract extension Monday, days before the 2025 NFL draft.
The Archdiocese of Philadelphia held Mass at the Cathedral Basilica of Saint Peter and Paul following the death of Pope Francis.
As communities across the Delaware Valley mourn the pontiff's death, many also remember the visit Pope Francis made to Philadelphia in 2015.
After months of uncertainty, Prospect Medical Holdings said that the Crozer Health system in Pennsylvania will be closing.
The Archdiocese of Philadelphia held Mass at the Cathedral Basilica of Saint Peter and Paul following the death of Pope Francis.
As communities across the Delaware Valley mourn the pontiff's death, many also remember the visit Pope Francis made to Philadelphia in 2015.
A family is grieving the death of Imani Naim, who was shot and killed in West Philadelphia on Friday night while her 8-year-old cousin was in the car with her.
Pennsylvania State Police said the fire department was investigating a strong gas odor in the area of I-95, which forced part of the highway to close.
A New Jersey woman says ICE arrested her husband during a routine meeting about his immigration status, though he has no criminal history.
A nonprofit and a restaurant in South Jersey are teaming up for Good Friday to help families in need with a meal giveaway.
The New Jersey Forest Fire Service said Danny's Wildfire in Vineland, Cumberland County, was first spotted just before 12:30 p.m. on Friday, April 18.
New Jersey is now the first state in the country to sue Discord, the online messaging platform.
Daniel Zhang was indicted on 15 counts of invasion of privacy, accused of filming men in restrooms at Atlantic County businesses, officials said.
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.
Five people, including a police officer, were taken to the hospital after a car crash at Route 1 and Christiana Road, police said.
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%.
For pregnant women at increased risk for preeclampsia, research says this is a way to reduce the chance of the complication and preterm birth.
Patients use music and meditation to manage pain and anxiety in a new program at Moss-Magee Rehab in Philadelphia.
A Montgomery County family, who have several children with a wide range of autism symptoms, took issue with RFK Jr. blaming epidemic denial for what he calls a preventable disease.
The CDC is now struggling to keep up with requests for support from states with measles outbreaks.
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.
This Berks County farm provides more than a million apples to food banks and schools every year. But now, sales are plummeting.
Pennsylvania State Police said the fire department was investigating a strong gas odor in the area of I-95, which forced part of the highway to close.
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.
The Eagles and Pro Bowl center Cam Jurgens inked a four-year contract extension Monday, days before the 2025 NFL draft.
Authorities say police found the car Eagles wide receiver A.J. Brown reported stolen Monday in Camden, New Jersey.
Here's how many picks the Super Bowl champion Philadelphia Eagles have in the 2025 NFL draft.
The Philadelphia Phillies' bullpen has six blown saves in the early part of the season, which leads the MLB.
Javier Sanoja hit his first major league home run, had five RBIs and the Miami Marlins rallied to defeat the Philadelphia Phillies 7-5 in 10 innings.
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.
The City of Brotherly Love has you covered this weekend with an eclectic lineup of events from A-list concerts and comedy performances to Easter celebrations.
Michelle Trachtenberg's death was initially undetermined but the medical examiner amended it after lab test results showed complications of diabetes mellitus.
As the HBO series "The Last of Us" returns, fans wonder: How much of the chilling storyline about a fungal zombie pandemic is rooted in reality?
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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 Cathedral Basilica of Saint Peter and Paul is hosting Mass Monday afternoon following the death of Pope Francis. The Vatican announced the pope died at the age of 88 one day after Easter. Archbishop Nelson Pérez said the service will center on honoring Pope Francis and the significance of his passing on Easter Monday.
The Vatican announced early Monday that Pope Francis died at the age of 88, one day after celebrating Easter. As millions around the world mourn the pontiff's death, many Catholics in the Delaware Valley are remembering the visit Pope Francis made to Philadelphia in 2015. The once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to see His Holiness came on a whirlwind September weekend, complete with all the pomp and circumstance fit for the leader of the Catholic Church.
Following the death of Pope Francis, Philadelphia Archdiocese Archbishop Nelson Perez joined CBS News Philadelphia's Jim Donovan and Natasha Brown, along with former news anchor Pat Ciarrocchi, to talk about his meetings with the pontiff.
Pope Francis died at 7:35 a.m. Monday, a day after Easter, the Vatican announced. The Pope had been battling some health issues and was admitted to the hospital back in February. His doctors diagnosed him with bilateral pneumonia less than a week later. But after spending more than a month in the hospital, he was able to return to his home at the Vatican to continue his recovery. Reporter Ross DiMattei was outside the Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul in Philadelphia with more on the pontiff's passing.
Andrew Kozak has the latest NEXT Weather forecast for the Philadelphia region following a beautiful Easter Sunday.