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Even though Hurricane Ernesto is still hundreds of miles away, the Ventnor City Beach Patrol anticipates swimming will be restricted to waist-deep water this weekend, if allowed at all.
Brigantine's lifeguards watch over nearly five miles of coastline at the Jersey Shore. And while they know their work is important and could potentially save a life, it's also a great job. Howard Monroe chats with a young lifeguard following in his grandfather's footsteps and the new beach patrol chief who's been reporting to Brigantine Beach Patrol headquarters for 42 years.
After several people were rescued from the ocean last weekend, families and lifeguards are focusing on safety.
The Ocean City Beach Patrol said about a dozen lifeguards saved nine people, including two children who were caught in a strong rip current at the 9th Street beach.
A South Jersey community joined the family of a little boy to honor his life. Michael Stewart died earlier this week while at a summer camp. Ray Strickland talked to the child's mother.
For lifeguards in Montgomery County, staying hydrated and taking breaks are crucial to keeping others safe.
At Hatfield Aquatic Center in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, lifeguards take frequent breaks and hydrate throughout the day so they are prepared to keep others safe in the water.
Summer is coming to an end, and Philadelphia is starting to close its pools for the season. Here's a look at which pools will stay open during the last week of summer.
Philadelphia is still looking for lifeguards. The deadline to apply for summer positions is May 15.
Qualified lifeguard candidates who apply by April 15 and work through the entire 2024 summer season could be eligible for a $1,000 end-of-season bonus.
The Atlantic City Beach Patrol is being trained to use a drone as another tool to keep everyone safe next summer.
Philadelphia completed its lifeguard hiring spree in the nick of time and has enough to staff all 61 public pools this year.
Beach patrol warns beachgoers about dangerous rip currents and the dangers of swimming without a lifeguard on duty
Cities across the country are feeling the pinch for lifeguards so many are turning to big incentives to hire
More than 60 pools and 90 playgrounds will be open seven days a week.
Philadelphia needs lifeguards, and is offering bonuses to new applicants who get in early. All applicants will get trained and take a certification test.
Ross DiMattei reports.
The ERs at two Delaware County hospitals are shut down indefinitely due to radiology system problems, a Crozer Health spokesperson told CBS News Philadelphia.
Traffic on the George C. Platt Memorial Bridge was blocked in both directions Tuesday morning after a car caught fire.
The Brandywine Warriors need to raise more than $10,000 before traveling to Florida to compete in the 2024 United YFL Championship tournament.
Kutztown Borough Police said a skimmer was found Dec. 1 on the Santander ATM located inside the CVS store's photo section.
The cold conditions will continue on Tuesday with morning lows in the 20s and daytime highs only reaching the mid-low 40s in the Philadelphia region.
The ERs at two Delaware County hospitals are shut down indefinitely due to radiology system problems, a Crozer Health spokesperson told CBS News Philadelphia.
Traffic on the George C. Platt Memorial Bridge was blocked in both directions Tuesday morning after a car caught fire.
The Brandywine Warriors need to raise more than $10,000 before traveling to Florida to compete in the 2024 United YFL Championship tournament.
Kutztown Borough Police said a skimmer was found Dec. 1 on the Santander ATM located inside the CVS store's photo section.
The cold conditions will continue on Tuesday with morning lows in the 20s and daytime highs only reaching the mid-low 40s in the Philadelphia region.
The ERs at two Delaware County hospitals are shut down indefinitely due to radiology system problems, a Crozer Health spokesperson told CBS News Philadelphia.
Traffic on the George C. Platt Memorial Bridge was blocked in both directions Tuesday morning after a car caught fire.
Kutztown Borough Police said a skimmer was found Dec. 1 on the Santander ATM located inside the CVS store's photo section.
Penn grad Sophia Schiaroli created Cherry Social to cultivate a safe space for the queer community.
Starting Monday, sanitation workers will pick up trash twice a week in Center City and South Philadelphia. Here's what residents should know.
A pedestrian was struck and killed on Route 130 in Burlington County Monday night, emergency officials said.
Walking pneumonia has increased all over the country and here in the Philadelphia region, where younger children are being especially hard hit.
A Canadian man has been arrested for the murder of Tammy Tignor, whose was found strangled to death in a New Jersey park in 1997.
Gov. Phil Murphy's administration says New Jersey's gas tax will climb about 6% to 44.9 cents a gallon starting New Year's Day.
Multiple fire crews responded to a three-alarm fire at a building in Maple Shade, New Jersey, early Monday morning.
The Brandywine Warriors need to raise more than $10,000 before traveling to Florida to compete in the 2024 United YFL Championship tournament.
Delaware State Police are investigating after a New York man was robbed and shot at the Biden Welcome Center in Newark Sunday morning.
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.
Walking pneumonia has increased all over the country and here in the Philadelphia region, where younger children are being especially hard hit.
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.
Deep divisions erupted Monday night during the final public comment session on the Philadelphia 76ers' proposal to build a $1.3 billion arena in Center City.
Black Friday is not just a major shopping day, it's also a crucial day for many small businesses that rely on their deep connection with their customers.
Some of the Philadelphia region's best malls saw an influx of customers on Black Friday.
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.
Traffic on the George C. Platt Memorial Bridge was blocked in both directions Tuesday morning after a car caught fire.
Sources told CBS Philadelphia conversations are ongoing to find a better, permanent location for a bus terminal in the city.
Plenty of people were also returning to the Philadelphia area after spending the holiday away.
Gov. Phil Murphy's administration says New Jersey's gas tax will climb about 6% to 44.9 cents a gallon starting New Year's Day.
Amtrak says train service between Philadelphia and New York City has been fully restored, but riders may still experience delays.
Deep divisions erupted Monday night during the final public comment session on the Philadelphia 76ers' proposal to build a $1.3 billion arena in Center City.
The Philadelphia Eagles have a clear path to the NFC East title are threatening the Detroit Lions for the top seed in the conference.
K.C. Keeler will take over as head football coach at Temple University.
The Philadelphia Eagles flew to victory and extended their winning streak to 10-2 Sunday night at the M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore.
The Philadelphia Eagles look to extend their winning streak to eight games Sunday in a battle of the birds with the Baltimore Ravens.
Elton John says he's lost his eyesight and struggled to see his new musical, "The Devil Wears Prada" after a "severe" eye infection.
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NORAD has tracked Santa Claus' Christmas Eve journey around the world since 1955.
People braved some of the coldest temperatures the Philadelphia area has seen all with the hope of getting into the holiday spirit.
Host Ashley Harder gets into the holiday spirit with an all-access pass to Walnut Street Theater's production of everyone's favorite elf!
Ukee Washington 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.
A Crozer spokesperson told CBS News Philadelphia the emergency rooms at Crozer-Chester Medical Center and Taylor Hospital are shut down.
The Platt Bridge near the Philadelphia International Airport has reopened Tuesday morning after a car fire stopped traffic in both directions for several hours.
A crash in Fairmount Park is under investigation - meanwhile, the final legislative hearing in Philadelphia CIty Council on the proposed new 76ers arena is taking place Tuesday after tensions ran high during previous public comment sessions. Jim Donovan has your latest morning headlines with weather from NEXT Weather Meteorologist Kate Bilo.
Ross DiMattei was live all morning at Cherry Hill High School East in New Jersey for a preview of the upcoming "Miracle on 34th Street." In case you missed it, here's everything we can show you online - minus the copyrighted song we're not allowed to use on our digital platforms. You'll just have to check out the show if you want to hear it! The show opens on Dec. 6!
A NEXT Weather Alert is in effect for Thursday, when snow and rain give way to howling winds and a blast of chilly Arctic air that will feel brutally cold. Meteorologist Kate Bilo has your forecast for today, tomorrow and the week ahead.