From childhood struggles to stand-up stardom, Philly comedian Em Harnett reclaims the spotlight
Through performing, Philadelphia-based stand-up comedian Em Harnett is putting their upbringing back into the spotlight through stand-up comedy.
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Through performing, Philadelphia-based stand-up comedian Em Harnett is putting their upbringing back into the spotlight through stand-up comedy.
Em Harnett, a stand-up comedian who grew up in Narberth, Pennsylvania, hopes her comedy helps other people who have LGBTQ parents feel seen.
A street along the north part of the Gayborood now bears the name of a prominent activist for the rights of LGBTQIA+ people, particularly in the Black community. It was especially meaningful to share his story on Juneteenth.
A street along the north part of the Gayborood now bears the name of a prominent activist for the rights of LGBTQIA+ people, particularly in the Black community. Eva Andersen reports more about the renaming of Michael Hinson Way and why organizers said it was especially meaningful to share his story on Juneteenth.
The flag was raised on June 1 to commemorate the start of Pride Month.
You don't need to identify as LGBTQ+ or vegetarian to dig into the deliciousness at LesbiVeggies in Audubon.
Brennah Lambert, a proud lesbian and a vegan, is serving up a rainbow of plant-based delights in her Audubon, New Jersey, cafe, LesbiVeggies.
Cake Life Bake Shop shared its mission for Pride Month to continue creating a welcoming space for all on Frankford Avenue as a woman and trans-immigrant owned business.
The Philadelphia area is abuzz this weekend with festivals and concerts you won't want to miss. Here's a list of events and festivities going on this weekend around the Delaware Valley.
The 4th annual parade featured more than LGBTQ+ performers, organizations and community volunteers.
Rehoboth Beach in Sussex County, Delaware is not only a popular getaway for families, but it's long been a booming mecca for the LGBTQ+ community.
Over the past 20 years, Marcie Turney and Valerie Safran have helped transform Philadelphia's Gayborhood into the trendy Midtown Village it is today.
Over two decades, the married couple and business partners Marcie Turney and Valerie Safran have opened a string of successful restaurants and shops between Chestnut and Locust streets in Philadelphia. Among them are Verde, Little Nonna's, Barbuzzo, Bud & Marilyn's and Darling Jack's. Setting up their dream required months and months of work without a day off, the couple tells CBS Philadelphia's Jim Donovan.
Drone Watch 3 captured a rainbow light display shining on the houses along the Schuylkill River.
Many community members said the flag raising represents acceptance, belonging and change.
Montgomery County leaders and community members gathered in Norristown, Pennsylvania, to celebrate the start of Pride Month and raise a pride flag.
Thousands came to the march and festival, and nearly everyone who spoke to CBS News Philadelphia said the experience felt liberating.
Inclusivity was on full display Sunday at the 2024 Philadelphia Pride March and Festival.
CBS News Philadelphia is proud to showcase the LGBTQ+ individuals making a difference in our community through our special, "Generations of Pride."
Philadelphia will mark 52 years since its first Gay Pride Parade, and as one of the country's largest pride festivals, the City of Brotherly Love has lots in store for 2024.
Over 260 people gathered at the National Constitution Center in Philadelphia to kick off Pride Month as the city set a world record for the most attended drag queen story time event.
The largest progress rainbow Pride flag in America shined bright across Philadelphia on Friday. Just in time for the Philadelphia Pride March and Festival this weekend.
If you're looking to celebrate Pride month this weekend in Philadelphia, catch the iconic Roots Picnic at Fairmount Park or head to South Philly for a Phillies game or Upper Deck Golf, you've come to the right place.
Philadelphia's Pride March and Festival are set for this weekend with this year's theme, "be you." Organizers say this will be one of the biggest Pride seasons with a record-breaking 400-foot flag representing everyone.
Ben Deane-Schierloh began designing graphic T-shirts to raise money for a surrogate. The popularity of his designs led him to create the logo for Philadelphia's 2024 Pride March and Festival.
Glassboro police say a man shot into a 71-year-old woman's car, broke her window, and fled with her purse.
From understanding inflation to how compound interest works, many consumers struggle with the fundamental financial concepts.
Four organ recipients in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, will raise awareness by celebrating their lifelong bond at the Donor Dash.
The Eagles moved up in the 2025 NFL draft and selected Alabama linebacker Jihaad Campbell, a South Jersey native, with the 31st overall pick.
Temperatures will again hover near 80 in the Philadelphia region on Friday.
Glassboro police say a man shot into a 71-year-old woman's car, broke her window, and fled with her purse.
From understanding inflation to how compound interest works, many consumers struggle with the fundamental financial concepts.
Four organ recipients in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, will raise awareness by celebrating their lifelong bond at the Donor Dash.
The Eagles moved up in the 2025 NFL draft and selected Alabama linebacker Jihaad Campbell, a South Jersey native, with the 31st overall pick.
The investigation found that a teacher and a teacher's aide at Jamison Elementary School in Central Bucks County allegedly abused nonverbal students with autism.
From understanding inflation to how compound interest works, many consumers struggle with the fundamental financial concepts.
Four organ recipients in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, will raise awareness by celebrating their lifelong bond at the Donor Dash.
The investigation found that a teacher and a teacher's aide at Jamison Elementary School in Central Bucks County allegedly abused nonverbal students with autism.
A Bucks County man faces additional charges after more victims came forward, officials say.
The closure of Crozer Health is leaving a void in health care in Delaware County and raising concerns for local businesses.
Glassboro police say a man shot into a 71-year-old woman's car, broke her window, and fled with her purse.
Century Bakery in Bridgeton, New Jersey, is asking customers who wear strong perfumes or colognes to use their drive-thru instead of ordering inside the store.
Joseph Kling, 19, is charged with arson in the Ocean County, N.J. wildfire that has scorched more than 15,000 acres.
The Jones Road Wildfire in Ocean County, N.J. is now considered a case of arson sparked by an unattended bonfire, authorities say.
Donations are pouring in after equipment was stolen from the Camden County NJ Miracle League, which serves children and adults with disabilities.
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.
Fifteen-year-old Sa'riyah Patterson was struck and killed by a driver in a hit-and-run in Wilmington on Monday morning.
Fog will linger throughout the day Sunday, with scattered showers expected in Philadelphia throughout the morning. Tomorrow, heavier rain is likely during the AM commute.
Five people, including a police officer, were taken to the hospital after a car crash at Route 1 and Christiana Road, police said.
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.
"That just made me so mad," one laid-off FDA scientist said.
Crozer Health hospitals in Delaware County began diverting patients and closing their emergency departments Wednesday morning.
With Prospect Medical Holdings set to close Crozer Health, Riddle Hospital says it's ready for the increase in patients.
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.
The Eagles moved up in the 2025 NFL draft and selected Alabama linebacker Jihaad Campbell, a South Jersey native, with the 31st overall pick.
The Indianapolis Colts selected Penn State tight end Tyler Warren in the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft.
Former Penn State edge rusher Abdul Carter was selected third overall in the 2025 NFL draft on Thursday night by the New York Giants.
Thousands of athletes from around the world competed in a variety of events at Franklin Field on Day 1 of the 2025 Penn Relays.
The 2025 NFL draft is underway. Track every pick by the Philadelphia Eagles here.
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.
Ryan Gosling will star in the next installment of the "Star Wars" franchise, "Star Wars: Starfighter," which will hit theaters in May 2027. Shawn Levy will direct the film.
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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.
Eagles general manager Howie Roseman and head coach Nick Sirianni hold a press conference after Philadelphia traded up to select Alabama linebacker Jihaad Campbell with the 31st overall pick in the 2025 NFL draft.
Layoffs are the latest step in the shutdown of the Delaware County Crozer Health system. While in the city, SEPTA police are starting a new fare evasion enforcement blitz on Friday. CBS News Philadelphia Anchor Jim Donovan has the top headlines for the Philadelphia area, and Meteorologist Kate Bilo has your latest forecast for Friday, April 25, 2025.
Showers and thunderstorms will move into the Philadelphia region overnight. A second batch of storms is also expected to move through the area late Saturday. NEXT Weather Meteorologist Kate Bilo has your latest forecast this Friday, April 25.
From big moves last night in the NFL Draft, a wild new picture of the sun and a sweet treat that you're sure to enjoy, CBS News Philadelphia's Chandler Lutz has what's trending today.
Thousands of mourners continue to pay their respects to the late Pope Francis as his body lies in state at St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican City ahead of his funeral scheduled for Saturday. CBS News Correspondent Chris Livesay joined CBS News Philadelphia to preview the day of mourning.