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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.
Showers are possible south of Philadelphia Thursday, and the city could see rain Sunday.
A strike by SEPTA workers could affect Philadelphia students who rely on public transportation to get to school.
Here's how Philadelphia and the surrounding counties voted in the 2024 presidential race between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris.
Police said a neighbor helped the Philadelphia Highway Patrol officer take a suspect into custody after he was struck by the 22-year-old.
The Eagles play the Cowboys this week, which will be Quinyon Mitchell's first taste of the rivalry.
Here's how Philadelphia and the surrounding counties voted in the 2024 presidential race between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris.
Showers are possible south of Philadelphia Thursday, and the city could see rain Sunday.
A strike by SEPTA workers could affect Philadelphia students who rely on public transportation to get to school.
Sen. Bob Casey is vying for a fourth term against challenger and businessman Dave McCormick.
Police said a neighbor helped the Philadelphia Highway Patrol officer take a suspect into custody after he was struck by the 22-year-old.
A strike by SEPTA workers could affect Philadelphia students who rely on public transportation to get to school.
Here's how Philadelphia and the surrounding counties voted in the 2024 presidential race between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris.
Latino voters said the economy and inflation were issues that played a bigger role in this election than they did in 2020.
Devon Seafood in Philadelphia's Rittenhouse Square is set to close on Dec. 31.
The SS United States is scheduled to depart from Philadelphia next week to be turned into the world's largest artificial reef.
The 120-year ban on alcohol sales in Haddon Heights, New Jersey, could soon come to an end.
Burlington County residents demand changes after voters at multiple polling sites reported long lines with some waiting up to five hours.
The New Jersey Forest Fire Service says a wildfire is burning near South Stump Tavern Road in Jackson Township.
Atlantic City Mayor Marty Small is facing a new charge that he asked his daughter to lie about how she sustained a head injury.
New Jersey election results show Vice President Kamala Harris won the state, and Rep. Andy Kim won former Sen. Bob Menendez's seat, CBS News projects.
Delaware's Sarah McBride will be the first openly trans person to hold a seat in Congress.
Delaware voters are selecting their next governor, lieutenant governor and members of the U.S. Senate and House of Representatives.
Democratic New Castle County Executive Matt Meyer has defeated Republican state Rep. Mike Ramone to become the next governor of Delaware, CBS News projects.
Plan on voting in person on Election Day? Here's how voters in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware can find their polling place.
New Jersey and Delaware poll workers have a long list of responsibilities. One of those roles is fashion police.
Rose Phillips works with Main Street to advocate for the Bucks County breast cancer community all year long.
The manufacturer of tumblers sold at Wawa stores says it has received four reports of cuts from the product's metal drinking straws.
Jefferson Health's new 3D-printed implants offer a life-changing option for patients who need spinal fusion.
Gene therapy has been revolutionary for people and it's also now being used in veterinary medicine.
Stephen Jennings and Samantha Mauser will run for the Children's Brain Tumor Foundation in the New York City Marathon.
Devon Seafood in Philadelphia's Rittenhouse Square is set to close on Dec. 31.
The University of the Arts' nine-property, 760,000-square-foot campus portfolio in Center City is up for sale.
The Star-Ledger and several other New Jersey newspapers will end their print publications in 2025.
Montgomery County's Conshohocken Italian Bakery closed for good Sunday after baking up fresh bread, treats and tomato pies for more than 50 years.
The Wells Fargo Center is getting retail upgrades, including expanded clothing options for women and children and two new shopping spaces.
A strike by SEPTA workers could affect Philadelphia students who rely on public transportation to get to school.
The 2024 Cooper Norcross Run the Bridge event will shut down the Ben Franklin Bridge for a few hours on Sunday morning.
Interstate 76 in Philadelphia reopened between Montgomery Drive and City Ave after a brush fire on Thursday night.
State police said a man was killed in an accident on I-95 North in Newport, Delaware, on Tuesday night.
All lanes on Interstate 495 North between Terminal Avenue and 12th Street/Brandywine in Wilmington, Delaware, have reopened after a crash Tuesday morning.
The Eagles play the Cowboys this week, which will be Quinyon Mitchell's first taste of the rivalry.
Martin Necas scored a go-ahead goal with 29 seconds left and the Carolina Hurricanes beat the Philadelphia Flyers 6-4.
Joel Embiid has been suspended for three games for shoving Philadelphia Inquirer columnist Marcus Hayes on Saturday night.
Paul George called his performance "rusty" after he made his Sixers debut Monday after missing five games with a knee injury.
Jason Kelce apologized on "Monday Night Countdown" after a viral incident at Penn State on Saturday.
Quincy Jones, the multi-talented music legend who collaborated with everyone from Michael Jackson to Frank Sinatra, has died at 91, his family announced.
Philly sports fans unite in South Philly this weekend as the Eagles, Sixers and Flyers all have home games. Plus, we're talking star-studded concerts and fall festivals.
"Tabletop for CHOP" is using Dungeons and Dragons and other tabletop games to raise money for Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.
Rapper Young Thug, whose given name is Jeffery Williams, pleaded guilty Thursday to gang, drug and gun charges.
Last year's reigning champs won the 2024 spooktacular house for the Great Halloween Tour of Mt. Holly in Burlington County, New Jersey.
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.
Several buildings have been evacuated in Jackson Township on Wednesday after a wildfire broke out, the New Jersey Forest Fire Service said.
Harris said to an emotional crowd at Howard University that she is proud of her run and thanked her family, the Walz family, the dedicated volunteers and more.
Parts of the Philadelphia region could see a bit of rain on Thursday, and showers are possible Sunday night as well. Chief Meteorologist Bill Kelly has the forecast.
A suspect driving an illegal dirt bike was taken into custody after colliding with a Philadelphia Highway Patrol officer and attempting to flee in Northeast Philly on Wednesday night, police said.
Philadelphia students tell CBS News Philadelphia they rely on SEPTA for transportation to and from school. Workers for the transit agency have threatened to strike if their union does not make a deal with SEPTA by 11:59 p.m. Thursday.