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Smoke smell, poor air quality across Philadelphia region due to NJ wildfire
Smoke from the wildfire in New Jersey's Wharton State Forest is being smelled in New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Delaware.
Israel warns "Tehran will burn" if Iran continues retaliatory attacks
Israel's initial assault used warplanes and drones to hit key facilities and kill top generals and scientists.
What to know about the "No Kings" protest planned in Philadelphia today
The "No Kings" protest and march happening in Philadelphia on Saturday coincides with hundreds of rallies scheduled to take place across the country.
Cool and cloudy in the Philly region, dodging showers and thunderstorms
Saturday brings a noticeable change. Clouds stick around for most of the day, and we'll be dodging showers and a few thunderstorms.
Custody battle ends in brutal murder of 3-year-old Nola Dinkins
On Friday, new details surfaced in the case of 3-year-old Nola Dinkins, the young girl who was reported missing Tuesday night in New Castle County, Delaware.
West Philly community remembers 16-year-old with heartfelt balloon release
A West Philly community came together to remember 16-year-old Izir Williams. His family said he just celebrated his birthday and went to prom.
Wildfire burning in New Jersey's Wharton State Forest
A wildfire has erupted in a part of Wharton State Forest in Shamong Township, the New Jersey Forest Fire Service says.
Trump preparing to send ICE tactical teams to Philadelphia
Philadelphia is among five Democratic-led cities where President Trump is preparing to send ICE tactical teams ahead of nationwide protests.
Suárez tosses 7 shutout innings, Schwarber hits 22nd homer to lead Phillies past Toronto
The Philadelphia Phillies beat the Toronto Blue Jays 8-0 Friday night.
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NJ wildfire worsens air quality across Philadelphia region | Digital Brief
Smoke from a Wharton State Forest wildfire in Shamong Township, New Jersey is worsening air quality today. Jan Carabeo has your latest morning headlines with weather from Meteorologist Tammie Souza.
Cool weekend in the Philadelphia region with clouds and rain showers
Chief Meteorologist Bill Kelly has the latest forecast.
Wildfire burns 3,250 acres, now 30% contained in Shamong Township, New Jersey
A major wildfire burning in South Jersey has exploded in size. The New Jersey Forest Fire Service said the fire has burned over 3,200 acres and is 30% contained. New video from Chopper 3 shows smoke billowing out of the Wharton State Forest in Shamung Township, Burlington County. The fire was first spotted by a private plane. Officials said fighting the fire has been a challenge.
Deadly Strawberry Mansion house fire that killed mom and 2 children, being investigated as arson
An early morning rowhome fire that left three people dead was, according to police, intentionally set. Flames tore through the home on the 2500 block of Corlees Street in Strawberry Mansion. The family of the victims identified them as Ashley Thompson, who was seven months pregnant, and her two children, 6-year-old Assad and 4-year-old Alaya.
Former Philadelphia journalist, now living in Israel, talks to CBS Philadelphia amid airstrikes
Journalist and former Philadelphia resident, Hadas Kuznits, now living in Israel, talked to CBS News Philadelphia from her concrete fortified safe room in Tel Aviv. Siafa Lewis reports.
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Cool and cloudy in the Philly region, dodging showers and thunderstorms
Saturday brings a noticeable change. Clouds stick around for most of the day, and we'll be dodging showers and a few thunderstorms.
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Man visits Philly months after life-changing hand transplant: "It is still a miracle"
A 29-year-old man from Switzerland is back in Philadelphia at Penn Medicine months after having a life-changing double-hand transplant.
Philly community leaders working on plan to continue reducing gun violence
While gun violence is down in Philadelphia, advocates say there are still too many children being caught in the crossfire.
Phillies fan in need of kidney transplant makes pitch to save his life
AJ Tantala, a lifelong Phillies fan in need of a kidney transplant, is making a pitch to Philadelphia to help save his life.
Jeffrey Lurie announces $50M donation to CHOP, Penn for autism research
Jeffrey Lurie is donating $50 million to Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and Penn Medicine to boost research into autism's impact across the lifespan.
Springfield commissioners approve micro-hospital, despite opposition from some residents
ChristianaCare has announced Springfield as its second location for a micro-hospital in Delaware County.
Capital Health campus on Bert Avenue in Trenton closing immediately
Capital Health is closing its emergency department and outpatient clinic at Bert and Hamilton avenues in East Trenton, New Jersey.
Doctors urge high risk groups to limit outdoor activity amid air quality alert
A Code Orange alert is in effect in the Philadelphia area, meaning the air is potentially unhealthy for sensitive groups.
CDC official overseeing COVID-19 vaccine recommendations resigns
The resignation follows an order by Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to change the agency's guidance.
Idaho family catches the Phillies' attention after fan goes viral on TikTok
The Fightins are helping a family in Idaho get through a fight of their own after a 3-year-old Phillies fan went viral on TikTok.
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Suárez tosses 7 shutout innings, Schwarber hits 22nd homer to lead Phillies past Toronto
The Philadelphia Phillies beat the Toronto Blue Jays 8-0 Friday night.
Documentary on Trea Turner's standing ovation wins Emmy Award
Philadelphia Phillies shortstop Trea Turner already won an NL batting title and a World Series championship ring in his 11-year MLB career.
The next Otto Kemp? Phillies prospect begins his climb through minors
Carson DeMartini is quickly ascending the Phillies' minor-league system, following the footsteps of other promising prospects.
Jalen Carter Foundation helps grandparent-led households with nonprofit
Eagles' defense player Jalen Carter was on hand as a nonprofit that supports grandparent-led households kicked off summer vacation.
Taylor Swift & Travis Kelce attend Game 4 of Stanley Cup Final in Sunrise
Pop superstar Taylor Swift and boyfriend Travis Kelce were at Amerant Bank Arena to watch Game 4 of the Stanley Cup Final.
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New Jersey filmmakers put modern spin on old-school martial arts movies
Joey Min and Stephanie Pham of Cherry Hill-based Art School Dropouts are proving you don't have to be in Hollywood to chase your dreams.
Philly nurse's photographs create cherished memories for pet owners
Nayana Gadde's pet photography started as a hobby, but now gives animal owners a chance to document lasting memories with their beloved furbabies.
Teen baker from South Jersey spreading joy with sweet treats
Between school, homework and extracurriculars, Nikki Ladd stays busy whipping up custom confections, with a portion of the profits from her treats going to families in need.
Founder of Waves Jazz Dance Company shares his story in powerful new memoir
A Holocaust survivor who helped revolutionize the dance world in Philadelphia is now sharing his story in a powerful new memoir.
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Gallen of Questions
How Kassidy Cook became an Olympic medalist — and if 'Cook 'n Bacon' will dive again
Kassidy Cook, one of the world's greatest divers, won a silver medal in synchronized diving at the 2024 Paris Olympics. Cook, who lives in Philadelphia, joins a Gallen of Questions to discuss her journey to becoming an Olympian and if she will team with Sarah Bacon to dive again as part of "Coon 'n Bacon."
Trade for Kevin Durant, or keep the pick? What Sixers should do in 2025 NBA Draft
On this week’s episode of Gallen of Questions, Pat Gallen is joined by PHLY Sports Sixers host Devon Givens. Givens discusses a recent trade rumor involving the Sixers and Durant, his favorite prospects if they stay at No. 3 in the 2025 NBA draft, and more.
Philadelphia lacrosse star Michael Sowers enters a Gallen of Questions
On this week's episode of Gallen of Questions, sports anchor Pat Gallen is joined by local lacrosse star Michael Sowers. Sowers plays for both the Philadelphia Wings and Waterdogs. He also attended Upper Dublin High School, is the all-time leading scorer at Princeton and a massive Philly sports fan, of course.
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Smoke smell, poor air quality across Philadelphia region due to NJ wildfire
Smoke from the wildfire in New Jersey's Wharton State Forest is being smelled in New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Delaware.
Israel warns "Tehran will burn" if Iran continues retaliatory attacks
Israel's initial assault used warplanes and drones to hit key facilities and kill top generals and scientists.
What to know about the "No Kings" protest planned in Philadelphia today
The "No Kings" protest and march happening in Philadelphia on Saturday coincides with hundreds of rallies scheduled to take place across the country.
Cool and cloudy in the Philly region, dodging showers and thunderstorms
Saturday brings a noticeable change. Clouds stick around for most of the day, and we'll be dodging showers and a few thunderstorms.
Custody battle ends in brutal murder of 3-year-old Nola Dinkins
On Friday, new details surfaced in the case of 3-year-old Nola Dinkins, the young girl who was reported missing Tuesday night in New Castle County, Delaware.
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Smoke smell, poor air quality across Philadelphia region due to NJ wildfire
Smoke from the wildfire in New Jersey's Wharton State Forest is being smelled in New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Delaware.
"Voracious" invasive fish that live on land spotted again in Pa.
Park rangers in Chester County, Pennsylvania, found an invasive snakehead fish in the Schuylkill River this week.
Mom, 2 kids killed in Strawberry Mansion fire, now being investigated as arson
Philadelphia police said three people died in a fire at a Strawberry Mansion rowhome on Corlies Street Friday morning.
An incoming call from a family member turned into a terrifying extortion scam
A local woman received a call she thought was from her sister, but it turned into a scary scam and demand for money.
Residents of neighborhood where fuel leaked into water demand solutions
Residents of the Mt. Eyre neighborhood say they are worried about their water and soil after jet fuel leaked into the area.
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Smoke smell, poor air quality across Philadelphia region due to NJ wildfire
Smoke from the wildfire in New Jersey's Wharton State Forest is being smelled in New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Delaware.
For Sea Isle City Beach Patrol, lifeguarding is a family affair
For the Gehman family, the Sea Isle City Beach Patrol is a family affair.
Veteran rolls into 24th summer as hot dog vendor in Sea Isle City
Tim McNamara is entering his 24th year of running Bubba Dogs, a hot dog vendor that caught the attention of Jason Kelce.
Hidden cameras found in bathrooms on Ocean City Boardwalk, police say
Authorities say hidden cameras looking like pens were found in public bathrooms located on Ocean City, New Jersey's Boardwalk.
4 detainees escaped from Newark ICE facility, DHS says
Four detainees escaped when tensions boiled over at the ICE facility known as Delaney Hall in Newark, the Department of Homeland Security said.
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No injuries after train hauling oil derails in Bear, Delaware
Delaware State Police say a train derailment is impacting travel near Old Porter Road in Bear, New Castle County.
Wilmington developer names new affordable housing project after late nephew
For this Delaware developer, a plan to build affordable homes in Wilmington is deeply personal.
Maryland mom charged with murdering 3-year-old, police say
Darrian Randle and her boyfriend have been charged in the death of her 3-year-old daughter, Nola Dinkins, who went missing Tuesday night.
97-year-old woman airlifted to hospital after car crashes through Dollar Tree
Police say a 97-year-old woman had to be airlifted to the hospital after a car crashed into a Dollar Tree and struck her in Milford, Delaware.
Showers and storm chances this weekend; mostly cloudy skies
Temperatures will hover near normal on Saturday with highs near 80, before a cold front crosses the region Saturday night.
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Man visits Philly months after life-changing hand transplant: "It is still a miracle"
A 29-year-old man from Switzerland is back in Philadelphia at Penn Medicine months after having a life-changing double-hand transplant.
Philly community leaders working on plan to continue reducing gun violence
While gun violence is down in Philadelphia, advocates say there are still too many children being caught in the crossfire.
Phillies fan in need of kidney transplant makes pitch to save his life
AJ Tantala, a lifelong Phillies fan in need of a kidney transplant, is making a pitch to Philadelphia to help save his life.
Jeffrey Lurie announces $50M donation to CHOP, Penn for autism research
Jeffrey Lurie is donating $50 million to Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and Penn Medicine to boost research into autism's impact across the lifespan.
Springfield commissioners approve micro-hospital, despite opposition from some residents
ChristianaCare has announced Springfield as its second location for a micro-hospital in Delaware County.
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Amazon to spend $20B on data centers in Pa., including one next to a nuclear power plant
Amazon says it will spend $20 billion on two data center complexes in Pennsylvania, including one it is building alongside a nuclear power plant that has drawn federal scrutiny.
What to know about beach tags at the Jersey Shore ahead of Memorial Day
Many beach towns on the Jersey Shore require you to purchase a beach tag, also referred to as a beach badge, to gain access.
Michelin Guide's arrival in Philadelphia was a long time coming
A long time coming – that's what officials are saying about the prestigious Michelin Guide arriving in Philadelphia.
Rare edition of Constitution coming to Philadelphia for America's 250th
Citadel CEO Ken Griffin will lend his copies of the Constitution and Bill of Rights to the National Constitution Center.
Michelin Guide is coming to Philly with inspectors already in the field
Philadelphia is joining Michelin Guide's upcoming Northeast Cities edition, which highlights the best restaurants with stars.
Traffic & Transportation
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SEPTA to shut down 1 Regional Rail line to repair bridges this summer
SEPTA's Chestnut Hill East Line will close from June 15 to Sept. 2 while bridges on the line are repaired.
NJ Transit train engineers OK tentative deal that ended 3-day strike
New Jersey Transit's train engineers have overwhelmingly approved the tentative deal that ended their three-day strike last month.
For Strawberry Mansion, potential SEPTA cuts would be devastating
In Philadelphia's Strawberry Mansion neighborhood, half the residents don't own cars. For them, public transportation is essential, not a choice.
Part of I-95 South in Philadelphia to close for overnight CAP roadwork
A portion of I-95 South will close Sundays through Thursdays from 11 p.m. through 5 a.m. so crews can work on the CAP project.
After a distracted driver killed Paul Miller, a law named for him could save lives
Eileen Miller has spent the last 12 years fighting for Paul Miller's Law, which bans drivers from holding handheld devices.
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Suárez tosses 7 shutout innings, Schwarber hits 22nd homer to lead Phillies past Toronto
The Philadelphia Phillies beat the Toronto Blue Jays 8-0 Friday night.
Documentary on Trea Turner's standing ovation wins Emmy Award
Philadelphia Phillies shortstop Trea Turner already won an NL batting title and a World Series championship ring in his 11-year MLB career.
The next Otto Kemp? Phillies prospect begins his climb through minors
Carson DeMartini is quickly ascending the Phillies' minor-league system, following the footsteps of other promising prospects.
Jalen Carter Foundation helps grandparent-led households with nonprofit
Eagles' defense player Jalen Carter was on hand as a nonprofit that supports grandparent-led households kicked off summer vacation.
Taylor Swift & Travis Kelce attend Game 4 of Stanley Cup Final in Sunrise
Pop superstar Taylor Swift and boyfriend Travis Kelce were at Amerant Bank Arena to watch Game 4 of the Stanley Cup Final.
Entertainment News
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Documentary on Trea Turner's standing ovation wins Emmy Award
Philadelphia Phillies shortstop Trea Turner already won an NL batting title and a World Series championship ring in his 11-year MLB career.
Taylor Swift & Travis Kelce attend Game 4 of Stanley Cup Final in Sunrise
Pop superstar Taylor Swift and boyfriend Travis Kelce were at Amerant Bank Arena to watch Game 4 of the Stanley Cup Final.
Brian Wilson, the Beach Boys visionary leader, dies at age 82
Brian Wilson was one of the world's most influential recording artists.
Aaron Rodgers reveals he's married but his wife remains a mystery
Aaron Rodgers said after his first practice with the Pittsburgh Steelers that he got married "a couple months ago."
Sly Stone, frontman of Sly and the Family Stone, dies at 82
Sly Stone, the musician known for his own brand of funk with Sly and the Family Stone, has died at 82.
Brotherly Love
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Local nonprofit delivers early Christmas gift to man battling congenital heart disease
Ukee Washington reports.
Camden woman made it her life's mission to help her community after losing husband to gun violence
Natasha Brown reports.
Brotherly Love: Saving Grace Ministry helps children and their families coping with trauma
Natasha Brown reports.
Fairhill nonprofit's youth artist program "empowers" teens
Natasha Brown reports.
Sinister Mopar to host car show with a cause at Clementon Lake Park in South Jersey
Ukee Washington reports.
Focusing on the Future
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Philadelphia school district helping mold future trade workers with 5-day CTE camp
Middle school students in Philadelphia got the opportunity to do hands-on learning during the school district's five-day career and technical camp.
"Girl Talk" mentoring program tackles bullying, creates safe space for Philadelphia girls
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.
High school graduate paving the way for a future in nursing
Recent high school graduate Sylvain Farrell says his temporary position at a local clinic is the pathway to a full-time career.
Philly seniors fulfill one wish before graduation – to save their sports teams
A Philadelphia student won an award from NFL Films for his documentary on bringing back sports teams at his Kensington school.
East Norriton students hold cleanup event for environment
A group of East Norriton eighth graders took what started as an Earth Day project and made a whole initiative.
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NJ wildfire worsens air quality across Philadelphia region | Digital Brief
Smoke from a Wharton State Forest wildfire in Shamong Township, New Jersey is worsening air quality today. Jan Carabeo has your latest morning headlines with weather from Meteorologist Tammie Souza.
Cool weekend in the Philadelphia region with clouds and rain showers
Chief Meteorologist Bill Kelly has the latest forecast.
Wildfire burns 3,250 acres, now 30% contained in Shamong Township, New Jersey
A major wildfire burning in South Jersey has exploded in size. The New Jersey Forest Fire Service said the fire has burned over 3,200 acres and is 30% contained. New video from Chopper 3 shows smoke billowing out of the Wharton State Forest in Shamung Township, Burlington County. The fire was first spotted by a private plane. Officials said fighting the fire has been a challenge.
Deadly Strawberry Mansion house fire that killed mom and 2 children, being investigated as arson
An early morning rowhome fire that left three people dead was, according to police, intentionally set. Flames tore through the home on the 2500 block of Corlees Street in Strawberry Mansion. The family of the victims identified them as Ashley Thompson, who was seven months pregnant, and her two children, 6-year-old Assad and 4-year-old Alaya.
Former Philadelphia journalist, now living in Israel, talks to CBS Philadelphia amid airstrikes
Journalist and former Philadelphia resident, Hadas Kuznits, now living in Israel, talked to CBS News Philadelphia from her concrete fortified safe room in Tel Aviv. Siafa Lewis reports.