The Pulse of CBS Philadelphia: Jan. 15-19
This week, the CBS NEXT Weather Network had team coverage of snow and fridge temperatures and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. events around the city.
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This week, the CBS NEXT Weather Network had team coverage of snow and fridge temperatures and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. events around the city.
A blood drive Monday at the Church of St. Bridget gathered donations for people with sickle cell disease.
From picking up trash to marching for peace, volunteers were dedicated to making a positive impact on the community in Delaware County on Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
Hundreds marched from Widener University to Chester City Hall on what would have been Dr. King's 95th birthday.
Pennsylvania Lt. Gov. Austin Davis on Monday rang the Liberty Bell in Philadelphia for Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro, Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker and many more visited Girard College to speak during Monday's Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service.
Girard College will have a day of service in Philadelphia on Monday for Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
On Monday, Jan. 15, 2024, communities across Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware are organizing volunteer events, food and clothing drives, and hosting readings of the "I Have a Dream" speech to honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. https://www.cbsnews.com/philadelphia/news/mlk-day-service-2024-events-philadelphia-pennsylvania-nj-delaware/
President Joe Biden will return to Pennsylvania for the second time in a week on Monday, Jan. 15 to volunteer with Philabundance in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.
Thousands in the Philadelphia area are preparing for Monday's Dr. Martin Luther King Day of Service.
The state office recently recommended First Unitarian Church for national listing, which the National Park Service could approve as early as February.
The event was hosted on MLK Day for pet owners who do not have easy access to veterinary care.
Jim Donovan spoke with the founder Todd Bernstein.
More than 10,000 people came to listen to Dr. King speak on August 3, 1965. This was part of Dr. King's Freedom Now tour.
The 28th Annual Greater Philadelphia Martin Luther King Day of Service at Girard College kicks off Monday at 9 a.m. The event is the oldest and largest in the country.
If you're looking to get involved, here's a list of Martin Luther King Jr. Day events happening the Philadelphia region.
Governor-Elect Josh Shapiro and Lieutenant Governor-Elect Austin Davis pitched in as well.
President Joe Biden is marking what would have been the 94th birthday of the late Martin Luther King with a Sunday sermon at Atlanta's historic Ebenezer Baptist Church.
Three days after Dr. King gave his speech in West Philadelphia, President Lyndon B. Johnson signed the Voting Rights Act of 1965.
The 28th Annual Greater Philadelphia Martin Luther King Day of Service at Girard College kicked off Monday at 9 a.m. The event is the oldest and largest in the country.
President Joe Biden is marking what would have been the 94th birthday of the late Martin Luther King with a Sunday sermon at Atlanta's historic Ebenezer Baptist Church.
On Monday, the federal observance of the King holiday, commemorations continue in Atlanta, as well as in the nation's capital and beyond.
City leaders announced plans for the Greater Philadelphia Martin Luther King Day of Service Wednesday and a key focus will be gun violence prevention.
On Jan. 17, the nation will celebrate the life and legacy of Martin Luther King Jr.
Martin Luther King Day is quickly approaching and if you're looking for a way to serve in the first and largest King Day of Service in the nation, which is right here in Philadelphia, there are plenty of ways to lend a hand and your talents to our community.
Joe Veneziale of Coatesville, Pennsylvania, is going extreme with his Christmas decorations for a good cause.
More than 119 million people will travel at least 50 miles from home between Saturday and New Year's Day, which would top the previous holiday-season high set in 2019, according to AAA.
Jess Mruzik had 26 kills, Caroline Jurevicius had 20 and Penn State rallied from an 0-2 semifinal hole for a five-set victory over Nebraska to reach the NCAA championship.
Snow and rain are possible in the Philadelphia region, which could make the evening commute messy for holiday travelers.
A community of Eagles fans is helping this South Jersey man diagnosed with terminal cancer to fulfill his final wish
Snow and rain are possible in the Philadelphia region, which could make the evening commute messy for holiday travelers.
Joe Veneziale of Coatesville, Pennsylvania, is going extreme with his Christmas decorations for a good cause.
More than 119 million people will travel at least 50 miles from home between Saturday and New Year's Day, which would top the previous holiday-season high set in 2019, according to AAA.
The Montgomery County Board of Commissioners approved a 9% property tax hike in a 2-1 vote, effective Jan. 1, 2025.
Speaker Mike Johnson told reporters at the Capitol he's "expecting votes this morning, so stay tuned — we've got a plan."
Joe Veneziale of Coatesville, Pennsylvania, is going extreme with his Christmas decorations for a good cause.
Snow and rain are possible in the Philadelphia region, which could make the evening commute messy for holiday travelers.
Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant is set to open a new location next to the Liacouras Center on Temple University's campus in North Philadelphia.
The Philadelphia Eagles on Thursday surprised Damon Brockington with their Coach of the Year award.
Dale and Steve Berkley spent countless hours at St. Christopher's Hospital for Children in Philadelphia with their granddaughter, who was treated for cancer.
Snow and rain are possible in the Philadelphia region, which could make the evening commute messy for holiday travelers.
A community of Eagles fans is helping this South Jersey man diagnosed with terminal cancer to fulfill his final wish
Four people were injured after a small plane crashed at the Lakewood Airport in Ocean County, New Jersey, on Thursday, police said.
The Atlantic City Airshow won't return to the popular Jersey Shore vacation spot for the second straight year.
The Federal Aviation Administration has set up zones around the state where drones are banned from flying below 400 feet.
Snow and rain are possible in the Philadelphia region, which could make the evening commute messy for holiday travelers.
The official start of winter, and the shortest day of the year, is Saturday, Dec. 21.
White Christmases are rare in the Delaware Valley, and this year is no exception.
By 3 p.m. Wednesday, light showers will break out across the Philadelphia region.
Rain will clear out Tuesday morning and give way to partly sunny and mild conditions across the Philadelphia region.
Dale and Steve Berkley spent countless hours at St. Christopher's Hospital for Children in Philadelphia with their granddaughter, who was treated for cancer.
Some 13 oz. bags of Lay's Classic Potato Chips may contain an undeclared allergen, according to the snack company.
A device used in South Jersey is a game-changer for people with inflammatory bowel disease as an alternative to invasive screenings.
Sounds of the holiday season filled St. Jerome Church courtesy of visually impaired students from Saint Lucy's performing a Christmas concert.
Feds warn against eating multiple products containing the vegetable, including salads, wraps, party trays and meal kits.
More than 80% of retailers rolled out stricter return policies last year, research shows.
The mall many in Northeast Philadelphia still know as Franklin Mills is now called Franklin Mall.
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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.
Philadelphia will add 14 speed cameras to Broad Street in hopes of making the road safer for drivers and pedestrians.
New data from PennDOT suggests technology is improving safety after rear-end crashes plagued the Schuylkill Expressway for years.
The southbound lanes of I-95 have reopened between the I-676 East and Market Street exits because a pedestrian was struck.
Philadelphia's annual Vision Zero report shows Roosevelt Boulevard is getting safer but Broad Street is getting more dangerous.
NJ Transit CEO Kevin Corbett is resigning effective Jan. 15, 2025, Gov. Phil Murphy announced Monday
Jess Mruzik had 26 kills, Caroline Jurevicius had 20 and Penn State rallied from an 0-2 semifinal hole for a five-set victory over Nebraska to reach the NCAA championship.
Anze Kopitar and Kevin Fiala scored two goals each and the Los Angeles Kings rallied to beat the Philadelphia Flyers 7-3.
Max Kepler, a Berlin, Germany, native has spent the past 10 years with the Minnesota Twins.
The Philadelphia Eagles on Thursday surprised Damon Brockington with their Coach of the Year award.
Eleven bills on the proposed new Sixers arena in Center City passed a final vote in City Council on Thursday.
Meet the winner of this weekend's Jason Kelce look-alike contest: Paul Crossley of Fishtown.
If you've found yourself caught up in the chaos of the holiday season and are looking to slow things down and enjoy a weekend of celebration, then you've come to the right place.
The cost of YouTube TV has soared nearly 140% since the streaming platform launched in 2017.
The transformative power of music is bringing hope and holiday cheer to people facing poverty in Philadelphia.
Mindy Kaling and Morris Chestnut announced the nominations for the 82nd annual Golden Globes, with 10 nominees revealed live on CBS News.
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.
A Chester County teenager is once again helping his neighbors get into the holiday spirit with extreme decorations. We first met him a couple of months ago when he wowed all of us with his spooky Halloween decorations, but this time he's going all out for Christmas with a giving-back component. CBS News Philadelphia's Wakisha Bailey is in Coatesville with what you can expect this holiday season.
Here are the top headlines in the Philadelphia region for Friday, Dec. 20, 2024.
All season long you have been helping us make the holiday season brighter for families in our region through our Joy of Sharing toy drive! If you still want to participate in our annual Joy of Sharing campaign, Friday, Dec. 20 is the last day to drop off a new, unwrapped toy at CBS Philadelphia or any of our other drop off locations.
CBS News Philadelphia Meteorologist Kate Bilo is tracking rain, snow, and bitterly cold temperatures in the Philadelphia region as we head into the final weekend before Christmas.
40 properties near the scene at Upsal Street and Woolston Avenue are without water after the Friday morning break.