Witness describes deadly Hudson River helicopter crash
Six people died when a helicopter crashed into the Hudson River Thursday afternoon. Officials said the dead included a family from Spain as well as the pilot.
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Six people died when a helicopter crashed into the Hudson River Thursday afternoon. Officials said the dead included a family from Spain as well as the pilot.
Six people died when a helicopter crashed into the Hudson River Thursday afternoon.
Vitali Kay lost his wife, Julia, and their 11-year-old son Sean in the plane crash near Reagan National Airport Wednesday night.
Darkness has now fallen once again over the Potomac River making this already difficult recovery mission more challenging. Boats remain in the water at this hour and we're told about 50 members of the NTSB are out. We have also seen members of the FBI and hundreds of first responders from the DC area. CBS News has confirmed that the control tower was understaffed at the time of the collision. Ryan Hughes reports.
Olivia Tennant said some of the victims of the plane crash near D.C. belonged to the University of Delaware Figure Skating Club. "It was very shocking, very heartbreaking," she said.
Various government agencies are now involved in the investigation of the deadly plane crash near Washington, D.C. In the meantime, Investigative Reporter Liz Crawford talked with an experienced pilot and aviation attorney about the accident.
This afternoon the NTSB held its first briefing on the crash saying this was a very quick and rapid impact. Since Wednesday night they have been dealing with difficult conditions. Despite that, the DC fire chief says he is confident the remains of everyone involved will be found. The plane broke apart and officials say they found at least three sections in the Potomac after it collided with the Army Black Hawk Helicopter. Ryan Hughes reports.
The NTSB released new information about the collision between the American Airlines passenger jet and an army helicopter at Reagan Washington National Airport. The disaster was caught on tape, we want to warn you the video is disturbing. At least 28 bodies have been recovered including those of the soldiers on board the helicopter. Ryan Hughes reports along the Potomac with new information.
The NTSB released new information about the collision between the American Airlines passenger jet and an army helicopter at Reagan Washington National Airport. The disaster was caught on tape, we want to warn you the video is disturbing. At least 28 bodies have been recovered including those of the soldiers on board the helicopter. Ryan Hughes reports along the Potomac with new information.
Iran's president and foreign minister were killed when their helicopter crashed on a mountainside in dense fog, state media say.
The NTSB released its preliminary report Wednesday after 6ABC's chopper crashed in December and said it didn't find any issues with the helicopter's engine.
Chris Dougherty, the photographer aboard the 6ABC news helicopter that crashed this week, will be remembered in funeral services Thursday morning.
National Transportation Safety Board investigators revealed new details about the chopper's speed and what parts they've been able to recover.
The National Transportation Safety Board, along with local, state and federal partners, will spend three days on-site investigating the crash before releasing a preliminary report in another 10-15 days.
Federal investigators will travel to New Jersey Wednesday after a local Philadelphia news helicopter crashed in the Wharton State Forest Tuesday night, killing the pilot and photographer onboard.
Federal officials are investigating a fatal crash involving 6ABC Philadelphia's news helicopter, Jefferson Health is planning a merger with Lehigh Valley Health Network, and more sunny weather is on the way. These headlines and more in your Digital Brief from CBS Philadelphia and Janelle Burrell.
According to 6ABC, a pilot and photographer, who were contracted with U.S. Helicopters and part of the 6ABC family, died in the crash. https://www.cbsnews.com/philadelphia/news/6abc-news-helicopter-crashes-in-south-jersey/
According to Philadelphia's 6ABC, a pilot and photographer, who were contracted with U.S. Helicopters and part of the 6ABC family, died in the crash.
Witnesses reported seeing the chopper having trouble, then falling into a lake.
The helicopter crash happened just before 3:30 p.m. in South Brunswick.
Two people died and at least four others were hurt when a Broward County Sheriff's Office helicopter crashed Monday morning in an apartment building.
All the victims were on one of them, authorities said, adding that the other landed safely and no one else was hurt. It happened over Riverside County.
A fourth soldier was hospitalized in the crash.
The aircraft were practicing a "multi-ship formation" using night vision goggles when they crashed, officials said.
The crash happened at a kindergarten.
Saquon Barkley responded to backlash after he was spotted with President Trump a day before the Eagles' White House visit.
Every week, DJ Hugo Max lights up the dance floor at Voyeur Nightclub, where country line dancing draws hundreds from all walks of life.
The Jones Road Wildfire in Ocean County, N.J. is still burning, despite hopes the weekend rain might bring it under control.
Mike Sullivan and the Pittsburgh Penguins have agreed to part ways, the team announced on Monday morning, ending his tenure as the Penguins' coach after nine seasons.
Warranties might provide initial comfort and security for the customer, but a consumer expert said they are always in the best interest of companies.
The Philadelphia Eagles will visit President Trump at the White House today to celebrate their Super Bowl win. Here's everything you need to know.
Saquon Barkley responded to backlash after he was spotted with President Trump a day before the Eagles' White House visit.
Every week, DJ Hugo Max lights up the dance floor at Voyeur Nightclub, where country line dancing draws hundreds from all walks of life.
The Jones Road Wildfire in Ocean County, N.J. is still burning, despite hopes the weekend rain might bring it under control.
Mike Sullivan and the Pittsburgh Penguins have agreed to part ways, the team announced on Monday morning, ending his tenure as the Penguins' coach after nine seasons.
Every week, DJ Hugo Max lights up the dance floor at Voyeur Nightclub, where country line dancing draws hundreds from all walks of life.
A Facebook post connected two Philadelphia families who now share a special link through organ donation.
The Eagles have added several players as undrafted free agents after the 2025 NFL draft. Here's every signing so far.
Eagles running back Saquon Barkley was spotted with President Trump one day before the team visits the White House after winning the Super Bowl.
A spokesperson for Cheyney University said a shooting and a multi-car crash that happened after a campus event were isolated incidents and didn't involve students.
The Jones Road Wildfire in Ocean County, N.J. is still burning, despite hopes the weekend rain might bring it under control.
Officials are asking residents to shelter in place after a fire at a recycling facility in Atco, New Jersey, is causing air quality concerns.
Sunday will be mostly sunny, breezy and seasonably cooler. By Sunday night, the skies are clear and conditions are less windy.
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.
Warranties might provide initial comfort and security for the customer, but a consumer expert said they are always in the best interest of companies.
Sunday will be mostly sunny, breezy and seasonably cooler. By Sunday night, the skies are clear and conditions are less windy.
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.
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.
Saquon Barkley responded to backlash after he was spotted with President Trump a day before the Eagles' White House visit.
Mike Sullivan and the Pittsburgh Penguins have agreed to part ways, the team announced on Monday morning, ending his tenure as the Penguins' coach after nine seasons.
The Philadelphia Eagles will visit President Trump at the White House today to celebrate their Super Bowl win. Here's everything you need to know.
Hundreds of volunteers gathered at Topgolf in King of Prussia to celebrate their upcoming roles in the PGA Tour event.
The Cubs wasted a sharp performance by Jameson Taillon, who pitched seven innings of five-hit ball.
First-time nominees Chubby Checker, Joe Cocker and Bad Company will also be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.
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.
Ukee Washington reports.
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Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
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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.
Delaware County is executing its plan for coverage as it gets ready for the loss of a second hospital. Taylor Hospital in Ridley Park closed on Saturday and Crozer-Chester Medical Center in Chester is set to close by this Friday. CBS News Philadelphia's Howard Monroe has more on the closures beginning this week.
It's a beautiful Monday in the Philadelphia region with sunny skies and temperatures in the 70s, and meteorologist Kate Bilo says it's only going to get warmer later this week. Here's your NEXT Weather forecast.
CBS News Philadelphia anchor Jim Donovan has your top headlines and meteorologist Kate Bilo has the latest weather forecast for the Philadelphia area on Monday, April 28, 2025.
When you buy a new appliance, you expect it to work, and if it doesn't, you expect your warranty to cover it. A Delaware woman says that's not what happened when her brand new dishwasher went on the fritz. Consumer reporter Josh Sidorowicz is In Your Corner with how to handle a situation like this.
A fire at a recycling facility in Atco, New Jersey, has residents concerned about air quality in the area. Officials are now asking residents in the area to shelter in place. Brandon Goldner is in Waterford Township, Camden County, with the areas that are affected and the road closure that is now extended until Monday night.