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Cruise ship arrives in NYC with dead whale caught on its bow
The endangered sei whale was caught on the ship's bow when it arrived at the Port of Brooklyn, officials said.
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The endangered sei whale was caught on the ship's bow when it arrived at the Port of Brooklyn, officials said.
The Marine Mammal Stranding Center in New Jersey said the humpback whale that washed up on Long Beach Island had blunt force trauma and was a young male.
Beachgoers were saddened Thursday morning when the body of a 30-foot humpback whale washed ashore. It was found on Long Beach Island in Ocean County.
A badly injured harbor seal was rescued on Christmas Day and officials at the Marine Mammal Stranding Center said he is doing well.
Lolita, the killer orca whale who has been in captivity for at least five decades, has died as officials were preparing to send her back to her home waters
The website happywhale.com collects photos that whale watchers take of the tails of humpbacks, helping ID and track specific whales in their travels around the world.
One kayaker had a particularly close-up view in an encounter that was captured by a drone.
Video of the captain's latest encounters shows orcas "biting off both rudders" of his yacht, with one of the whales seen swimming around with a piece of the rudder in its mouth.
Since Dec. 1, 32 dead whales have washed ashore between Massachusetts and Florida, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
After the debate on windfarms in New Jersey and New York, a panel of elected officials and environmental groups says climate change is the greatest danger to the world's oceans and marine life.
The project will generate more than 1,100 megawatts of electricity, enough to power about a half million homes each year. Orsted hopes to have it up and running by the end of 2024.
From December 2022 to the beginning of March, there have been 14 large whale strandings just in New York and New Jersey, and in the last month, nine dolphins have washed up along the Jersey Shore.
According to NOAA, more than 20 whales have washed ashore this winter.
The Marine Mammal Commission became the third federal agency to reject a link between the deaths and the offshore wind energy industry.
Recent years have seen record West Coast whale deaths, with the notable exception of 2020, when the pandemic all but stopped international shipping.
"How many more will it take?" asked a coastal mayor after another dead whale washed ashore in Manasquan, New Jersey.
Nine dead whales have washed ashore in New Jersey and New York in recent months. Some are blaming offshore wind energy sites, but federal officials are pushing back.
There have been 14 whale strandings on the East Coast since December 1, including humpback whales and some sperm whales.
Several groups argued that climate change is impacting ocean waters altering the ecosystems, and ultimately causing changes in whale behavior.
"This is a climate change problem," a member of the Sierra Club's New Jersey chapter said.
After seven dead whales washed up on beaches in just the last month, local environmental groups will hold a news conference about their concerns.
Ross DiMattei reports from Atlantic City, NJ.
Researchers said these are preliminary findings and more thorough research will be done in the next few weeks.
Gov. Murphy spoke after lawmakers called for a temporary pause in ocean floor preparation work for offshore wind projects.
Video posted by the sheriff's office shows the orca lying lifeless on its side on the beach as waves crash into it.
The Humane Society of Atlantic County is looking for a person they believe has dumped four dogs at their Atlantic City shelter in the middle of the night.
About 1 in 10 people with student loans have gotten debt relief, according to the Biden administration.
Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich appeared in court in Russia for the second hearing in his trial on espionage charges that he, his employer and the U.S. government vehemently deny.
Thursday afternoon will see partly cloudy and sunny skies with highs near 86 degrees in Philadelphia, much more seasonable for this time of the year.
The Butler County district attorney said the Secret Service was told local police couldn't be responsible for securing the AGR building.
A 30-year-old woman riding a bike was fatally struck in Rittenhouse Square and two other crashes in Philadelphia left a person dead and another critically injured, police said.
The Humane Society of Atlantic County is looking for a person they believe has dumped four dogs at their Atlantic City shelter in the middle of the night.
About 1 in 10 people with student loans have gotten debt relief, according to the Biden administration.
Cavan Sullivan broke Freddy Adu's record, which was set in 2004, and became the youngest player in MLS history after making his Philadelphia Union debut.
Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich appeared in court in Russia for the second hearing in his trial on espionage charges that he, his employer and the U.S. government vehemently deny.
Thursday afternoon will see partly cloudy and sunny skies with highs near 86 degrees in Philadelphia, much more seasonable for this time of the year.
A 30-year-old woman riding a bike was fatally struck in Rittenhouse Square and two other crashes in Philadelphia left a person dead and another critically injured, police said.
The city said there is no threat to Philadelphia's drinking water after a "potential toxic chemical contamination" made its way into Bartram's Garden and the Schuylkill River.
A delivery driver allegedly shot at an employee who was working for the School District of Philadelphia Wednesday afternoon in Philadelphia.
Getting around is challenging for Victoria Nedza, who has a rare form of muscular dystrophy. But it's getting easier now with her new robotic arm made by the team at Widener University.
The Humane Society of Atlantic County is looking for a person they believe has dumped four dogs at their Atlantic City shelter in the middle of the night.
Thursday afternoon will see partly cloudy and sunny skies with highs near 86 degrees in Philadelphia, much more seasonable for this time of the year.
A singer from South Philadelphia is paying homage to Frank Sinatra by breathing new life into some big band arrangements Sinatra performed live in the 1960s.
Sen. Bob Menendez is refuting reports that he's planning to resign after he was convicted on federal bribery charges.
Pressure is mounting on convicted felon Bob Menendez to resign from the U.S. Senate, but not everyone thinks he will.
Thursday afternoon will see partly cloudy and sunny skies with highs near 86 degrees in Philadelphia, much more seasonable for this time of the year.
Tuesday night's storm sent a tree into a Wilmington, Delaware, home, injuring the couple inside. That couple is out of the hospital and only speaking with CBS News Philadelphia.
The region is feeling the effects of Tuesday's fast-moving storms, and thousands of customers are dealing with outages after strong winds downed trees and power lines.
With high temps in the upper-90s and increased humidity, an excessive heat warning is in effect through for Philadelphia and the surrounding suburbs until Wednesday morning.
The searing heat is back again, with highs on Monday in the mid and upper 90s.
Getting around is challenging for Victoria Nedza, who has a rare form of muscular dystrophy. But it's getting easier now with her new robotic arm made by the team at Widener University.
Growing share of Americans say they have skipped medical care or getting prescription drugs because of the cost.
A teenage scoliosis patient reunites with the Philadelphia doctor who restored her mobility through a pioneering surgery.
A group of mosquitoes in Concord Dog Park in Delaware County tested positive for West Nile Virus, the first instance in 2024.
To keep yourself and your loved ones safe in the extreme heat, here's a look at where you can find cooling centers across Philadelphia, the Pennsylvania suburbs and in New Jersey.
People across the Delaware Valley are making changes to their summer schedules to try and find ways to survive the scorching heat.
Many people have to work in blazing hot temperatures from the Main Line to South Jersey and down the shore. But others get to work in the freezing cold to bring joy to their community.
An Upper Merion, Pennsylvania man has been indicted on charges he defrauded hundreds of customers through his multiple businesses selling cemetery headstones.
Sheetz will now deliver beer to Pennsylvanians, the Altoona-based convenience store chain announced on Tuesday.
While some local businesses and regional chains have altered their hours for the Fourth of July, many will remain open. Here's a look at what's open and closed across the Delaware Valley.
Norwegian Cruise Line will begin offering trips out of the Port of Philadelphia starting in 2026, the cruise line announced Wednesday.
The Delaware River Port Authority voted Wednesday to reduce the scheduled toll increases on four bridges between Pennsylvania and New Jersey from $6.50 to $6.
A tractor-trailer crash is blocking the I-676 ramp to enter I-76 in Philadelphia.
Tolls on the Ben Franklin Bridge and three other bridges between Pennsylvania and New Jersey are scheduled to increase, but by exactly how much is to be determined.
Some Old City residents made clear how they feel about a proposal to move the city's temporary Greyhound bus station to their neighborhood on Tuesday.
Cavan Sullivan broke Freddy Adu's record, which was set in 2004, and became the youngest player in MLS history after making his Philadelphia Union debut.
Cavan Sullivan will be a part of the Union's matchday roster on Wednesday for the first time in his career and has a chance to become the youngest player to make his debut in MLS history.
Bruce Bochy of the host Rangers became the first manager to win World Series titles and All-Star Games in both leagues.
Joe "Jellybean" Bryant, a former Philadelphia 76ers and La Salle University basketball great and the father of the late, NBA legend Kobe Bryant, has died. He was 69.
The Phillies may have a franchise-record eight All-Stars, but those at the Midsummer Classic say none of this matters if this season doesn't end with a World Series.
A singer from South Philadelphia is paying homage to Frank Sinatra by breathing new life into some big band arrangements Sinatra performed live in the 1960s.
Nominations for the 76th annual Emmy Awards were announced Wednesday, with "Shōgun," "The Bear," "Hacks," "Only Murders in the Building" and "Baby Reindeer" all earning multiple major nods. See the full list of nominees for the 2024 ceremony here.
"Big Brother" announced Tuesday the 16 new Houseguests who will move into the "Big Brother" house and, for the first time ever, have the power to vote in a 17th houseguest.
"Dance Moms" star Christi Lukasiak is facing DUI charges after a crash in Westmoreland County last month.
After many people criticized Andress' rendition of the National Anthem online, comparing her with Fergie, the singer says she's going to rehab.
Ukee Washington reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
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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.
Ylaine Zhu a School District of Philadelphia student, is among the newest Gates Scholars.
After applying to 13 colleges and being rejected by his dream school, Dexter Resa proves that with grit and heart, you can accomplish things beyond your wildest dreams and make history while doing it.
Meet 13-year-old Daphne Todas, a real-life karate kid from Mount Bethel, Pennsylvania, helping change the face of power sports like martial arts.
A 30-year-old woman riding a bike was fatally struck in Rittenhouse Square near the intersection of Spruce and 18th streets on July 17. Philadelphia Police said the woman was riding in the designated bike lane.
The Humane Society of Atlantic County is looking for a man they believe has repeatedly dumped dogs at their shelter. In a Facebook post, the HSAC shared surveillance video that shows one instance of a man walking over to the shelter and tossing a dog over the fence.
After another heat wave, highs Thursday drop back into the mid-80s, which is seasonable for this time of year. The day starts out pretty humid, but dew points will drop heading into the afternoon and evening to set up a beautiful and sunny Friday.
Philadelphia leaders on Wednesday honored more than 30 artists who created portraits of gun violence victims and survivors. Reporter Siafa Lewis has the story from City Hall.
Residents in Chester County, Pennsylvania, started the cleanup process Wednesday after strong storms knocked down trees and took out power lines overnight.