Philadelphia Welcomed Pope Francis 1 Year Ago Today
The pope came to Philadelphia to celebrate the closing of the World Meeting of Families event.
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The pope came to Philadelphia to celebrate the closing of the World Meeting of Families event.
The "Papal wheels" are in the house, arriving at the Pennsylvania Convention Center Wednesday.
Dr. Amish Shah, Gianna's doctor at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, says she is one of about 40 people ever recorded to have this specific condition. Right now, her treatment is chemotherapy once a month.
The car will be up for bid as part of the Philadelphia Auto Show Black Tie Tailgate on Jan. 29. Bids will be accepted in person and online.
The costs from the Papal visit keep adding up.
The Nutter administration promised that the World Meeting of Families would reimburse the city for its costs during the papal visit.
More than 2,700 people helped to paint the mural, with the final brush stroke courtesy of Pope Francis himself.
The Philadelphia Archdiocese has found a home for the altar used by Pope Francis when he celebrated the closing Mass for the World Meeting of Families on the Ben Franklin Parkway during his visit to Philadelphia.
Two months ago, Warrington residents Joey and Kristen Masciantonio say they experienced a miracle when Pope Francis spontaneously kissed their one-year-old daughter, Gianna, on the head.
An altar that is a piece of Philadelphia history… is now in a small suburban church many thought was going to close down.
A toddler dressed like the pope and pushed along in a popemobile got the top prize at President Barack Obama's White House Halloween
The project was always intended to be temporary and its creators Wednesday held a ceremonial closing.
Panelists from the tourism and travel industry gathered at Temple University Tuesday to offer perspectives on what the visit of Pope Francis and the World Meeting Congress had on the city.
The Archdiocese of Philadelphia is looking for a home for some of the key components which made up the setting for the Papal Mass on the Ben Franklin Parkway.
The Democratic National Convention is less than ten months away, and the host committee is confident they'll be ready.
In the seven days since he's been gone, much has been said about the man who touched the heart of tens of thousands.
Even though Pope Francis was wheels up five days ago, many families are still living in the afterglow of an encounter with him.
Staver told Dom Giordano that the Pope went out of his way to support and strengthen Kim Davis.
A reminder that SEPTA is offering a discount to pass holders to make up for the two days of the Pope's visit, during which the passes were no good.
Michael Chitwood told Dom Giordano that the Papal Visit was a wonderful weekend but the bill should not fall on Upper Darby.
This was supposed to be the last day for the "Knotted Grotto," an art project installed at the Cathedral Basilica of Sts. Peter and Paul on Logan Circle in honor of Pope Francis.
Philadelphia's city controller has done a limited survey of Center City businesses on how things went over the weekend of the Pope's visit.
Although restaurants struggled during the Papal Visit, leftovers are benefiting those in need.
There's no doubt that a huge crowd attended Sunday's Papal Mass along the Ben Franklin Parkway, but city officials have yet to release a formal estimate.
SEPTA's Andrew Busch says the original plan was designed to handle 300-thousand rail passengers, but a little less than 63-thousand actually used that route.
The Sixers defeated the Celtics, 118-114, on Christmas Day in Boston.
Families across Philadelphia enjoyed Christmas and the first day of Hanukkah with ice skating, crafts and more.
Chosen 300 Ministries provided gifts and a holiday breakfast to dozens of local families and children on Christmas morning.
Despite the ongoing war, partitioners at the Ukrainian Catholic Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception celebrate this day with reverence.
Philadelphia officials warned residents that air quality in the city's Frankford section could be impacted by a large industrial building fire that broke out on Christmas Eve.
The Sixers defeated the Celtics, 118-114, on Christmas Day in Boston.
Families across Philadelphia enjoyed Christmas and the first day of Hanukkah with ice skating, crafts and more.
Chosen 300 Ministries provided gifts and a holiday breakfast to dozens of local families and children on Christmas morning.
No Mega Millions player won the $1 billion Christmas Eve jackpot, so the grand prize for Friday night's drawing will be an estimated $1.15 billion.
Despite the ongoing war, partitioners at the Ukrainian Catholic Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception celebrate this day with reverence.
Families across Philadelphia enjoyed Christmas and the first day of Hanukkah with ice skating, crafts and more.
Philadelphia officials warned residents that air quality in the city's Frankford section could be impacted by a large industrial building fire that broke out on Christmas Eve.
Philadelphia Eagles Hall of Fame linebacker Bill Bergey has died after battling cancer for three years, his son announced on social media.
The Philadelphia region could see patchy black ice on the roads Wednesday morning.
One museum in Montgomery County will keep the Christmas celebration going with a massive display of nativity scenes from around the world.
The Philadelphia region could see patchy black ice on the roads Wednesday morning.
The odds of winning the jackpot are 1 in 302,575,350, and some in New Jersey believe it could be them.
Families stopped at Giambri's Quality Sweets in Clementon for holiday treats on Christmas Eve.
If you're heading out for a last-minute gift in the Philadelphia area, time is ticking. Here are the hours for local malls.
The sole winner of a $1.13 billion Mega Millions jackpot has begun the process of collecting the prize, the New Jersey Lottery said Monday.
The Philadelphia region could see patchy black ice on the roads Wednesday morning.
Police looking for a missing New Castle County, Delaware woman found her remains in a man's car in Maryland.
If you're heading out for a last-minute gift in the Philadelphia area, time is ticking. Here are the hours for local malls.
Lows Monday morning are expected to be in the single digits across the Philadelphia region Monday.
Chilly weather is gripping Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware into the holiday season. Here are some places to keep warm.
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts sustained a concussion in the first quarter of Sunday's game against the Commanders.
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.
If you're heading out for a last-minute gift in the Philadelphia area, time is ticking. Here are the hours for local malls.
Capitol buildings are almost always an imposing presence.
Sang Kee Peking Duck House was closed for about a week after a flood of steam damaged the electrical system and fire alarm inside.
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.
New federal regulations are in effect for U.S. airlines, meaning faster, easier refunds for flight cancelations or significant disruptions if you choose not to be rebooked.
Philadelphia International Airport and 30th Street Station were packed with travelers Sunday and Monday.
Downed wires suspended Amtrak and New Jersey Transit services affecting Sunday morning travelers in Philadelphia, New Jersey and New York.
Bridge repairs will cause lane closures on I-95 in Philadelphia on Sunday night, PennDOT says.
Philadelphia will add 14 speed cameras to Broad Street in hopes of making the road safer for drivers and pedestrians.
The Sixers defeated the Celtics, 118-114, on Christmas Day in Boston.
Mountain MacGillivray has endured some tough times, but he relies on his community and counts his blessings.
Former Philadelphia Eagles running back Wendell Smallwood Jr. pleaded guilty to federal fraud charges.
The Penguins beat the Philadelphia Flyers 7-3 on Monday night in Pittsburgh.
Tyrese Maxey scored 32 points, and the Philadelphia 76ers rallied after Joel Embiid was ejected to beat the San Antonio Spurs.
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.
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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 search for a shooter is underway in North Philadelphia. Officers found the 18-year-old shot several times along Roosevelt Boulevard in the Feltonville neighborhood. He was rushed to the hospital where he later died. So far, no arrests have been made.
Police are looking for a suspect in a deadly double shooting in West Philadelphia. It happened around 10 p.m. Tuesday on the 3800 block of Brown Street in the Mantua neighborhood. Police say they found a woman who had been shot several times. She died before making it to the hospital. Doctors are still treating a second victim after he was shot eight times.
Our Josh Sanders and Photojournalist Brad Nau talked with parishioners at a Ukrainian church in Philadelphia this Christmas Day. Despite the ongoing war, they're celebrating this day with reverence and praying for peace.
The Philadelphia region can expect chilly temperatures to continue into Thursday, but conditions will warm up over the next few days. Chief Meteorologist Bill Kelly has the forecast.
Retailers are increasingly charging shoppers to return their online purchases. Consumer reporter Josh Sidorowicz shares tips for returning unwanted items and avoiding fees.