Cherelle Parker sworn in as Philadelphia's 100th mayor
Cherelle Parker will be publicly sworn in as Philadelphia's 100th mayor during her inauguration ceremony at The Met.
Happy birthday! Area hospitals welcome first babies of 2024
Baby Matias arrived just minutes into the new year at the Hospital at the University of Pennsylvania, and another four babies were born Monday morning at Pennsylvania Hospital.
Pennsylvania's wackiest New Year's Eve ball drops
New York City might have a giant crystal ball to ring in the new year, but in Pennsylvania, we have pickles, pants and Peeps.
PA Turnpike toll increase goes into effect in 2024
In July 2023, the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission approved a 5% toll increase for all E-ZPass and Toll By Plate drivers. The new rates go into effect on Sunday, Jan. 7, 2024.
These are CBS Philadelphia's most-read stories of 2023
From the two-week manhunt for escaped killer Danelo Cavalcante to a Philly-area mom's 15 seconds of fame at Taylor Swift's "Eras Tour," these were some of the most-read stories on CBS Philadelphia in 2023.
Kelly Drive reopens after Schuylkill River flooding
A section of Kelly Drive between Ferry Road and Midvale Avenue is now open after being closed Thursday because of flooding.
Residents rescued from balcony, window as fire rips through Burlington County apartment
Fire officials in Burlington County, New Jersey said three people had to be rescued from a balcony and another resident was rescued from a bedroom window.
"Fairmount Park Rapist" suspect faces new charges in 2003, 2007 rapes
Elias Diaz, the man police believe is the "Fairmount Park Rapist," has been charged with three more unsolved rapes in addition to Rebecca Park's murder.
Plane transporting migrants to New York diverted to Philadelphia
A city spokesperson said the Eastern Airlines flight was headed originally headed to JFK International Airport from Texas, but was diverted to Philadelphia due to weather.
Police: Officer tried to pull over stolen car before crash on North Broad Street
Three people, including two 14-year-olds inside a suspected stolen Kia, were hospitalized after a violent crash in northwest Philadelphia early Tuesday morning.
Philadelphia Eagles vs New York: Christmas Day game time
Despite three straight losses, the Eagles can take home the NFC East title if they win their final three games of the season.
Federal investigation into 6ABC helicopter crash underway
The National Transportation Safety Board, along with local, state and federal partners, will spend three days on-site investigating the crash before releasing a preliminary report in another 10-15 days.
Police looking for man accused of running headstone scam in multiple states
After collecting payment for custom headstones, New Castle County Police said Gregory Stefan would tell scam victims that his business had gone bankrupt and he couldn't uphold their contract.
Holiday travel rush begins Thursday: What to know before you go
Philadelphia International Airport projects that more than 1 million travelers will pass through its terminals between Dec. 21 and Jan. 3, 2024, a nearly 14% increase from last year's travel season.
Elias Diaz charged with 2003 Philadelphia cold case murder of Rebecca Park
The Philadelphia District Attorney's office said Elias Diaz, 46, who was named a person of interest in the "Fairmount Park Rapist" cold case, has been charged with murder, rape and multiple other counts in connection to the death of 30-year-old Rebecca Park in 2003.