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Zack Wheeler shines as Phillies beat Marlins in Game 1 of NLWS
Zack Wheeler had eight strikeouts as the Philadelphia Phillies defeated the Miami Marlins, 4-1, in Game 1 of the National League Wild Card Series on Tuesday night at Citizens Bank Park.
Morgan State University investigates report of active shooter on or near school campus
Authorities are responding to a report that multiple people have been injured in the area of the college campus.
Josh Kruger murder: Police ID person of interest in killing of Philly journalist
A person of interest has been identified in the murder of Josh Kruger, the Philly journalist and activist who was shot and killed in his Point Breeze home, Philadelphia police said on Tuesday.
Person of interest identified in Center City assault, vandalism involving biker: police sources
Police sources told CBS News Philadelphia's Joe Holden they've identified a person of interest in connection to the Center City assault and vandalism that has gone viral showing a mother getting out of her car and confronting the biker accused of the crime.
Rhys Hoskins throws out first pitch before Game 1 of Phillies-Marlins
Rhys Hoskins, who tore his ACL earlier this year, threw out of the ceremonial first pitch before Game 1 of the NL Wild Card series between the Phillies and Miami Marlins at Citizens Bank Park.
Fingerprint on ransom note leads NY police to missing 9-year-old girl
Police matched a fingerprint on a ransom note left at the girl's home to a DWI case from 1999, Gov. Kathy Hochul said.
Wilmington man charged with first-degree murder for killing girlfriend: police
A 66-year-old Wilmington man was arrested for allegedly killing his girlfriend last month, the New Castle County Police Department said on Tuesday.
Police release photos of cars involved in South Philly hit-and-run
Infiniti car parts were recovered after the crash in South Philadelphia. It's unknown at this time which car the parts are from.
Kevin McCarthy won't run for speaker again
Rep. Patrick McHenry of North Carolina is serving as speaker pro tempore.
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NEXT Weather: Showers end the week
Bill Kelly is tracking the latest weather developments across the Philly region.
Person of interest named in murder of Philly journalist Josh Kruger
Philadelphia police declined to provide any additional information on the person of interest.
Police search for 2 vehicles wanted in connection to South Philly hit-and-run
Police have released photos of the cars involved in a hit-and-run that left a man in extremely critical condition this past weekend in South Philadelphia.
Rep. Brendan Boyle details what's next after Kevin McCarthy was ousted from the House
House Speaker Kevin McCarthy was ousted after a narrow 216-210 vote Monday night in Washington D.C.
Trea Turner talks to media after first playoff game in Phillies uniform at Citizens Bank Park
Turner had two hits in the 4-1 victory over the Marlins for the Phillies.
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South Jersey sisters raise breast cancer awareness with Grab Your Girls campaign
The American Cancer Society is reminding women to grab your girls. That's about holding friends and family accountable for mammograms.
Meet the 2 UPenn scientists who were awarded the Nobel Prize in Medicine
These two hometown heroes are credited with helping to end the pandemic with the vaccine that came from their work.
Penn's Drew Weissman, Katalin Karikó win Nobel Prize
Two scientists part of the University of Pennsylvania's historic mRNA vaccine research team won the Nobel Prize in medicine on Monday for discoveries that enabled the creation of mRNA vaccines against COVID-19.
In a first, CDC to recommend antibiotic pill after sex for some
The approach to fighting sexually transmitted infections has been nicknamed "Doxy-PEP."
Pa. child care providers fear loss of funding that "kept the lights on"
The American Rescue Plan Act gave nearly $730 million to 6,800 child care programs in Pennsylvania. Advocates hope future funding is on the horizon.
Rocker bassinets potentially deadly for babies, safety regulator warns
5in1 Rocker Bassinets sold online at Walmart.com and other websites pose suffocation, strangulation and fall hazards, regulators warn.
Philly health officials urge vaccinations as COVID hospitalizations increase
The Philadelphia health commissioner hopes to avoid another tripledemic of flu, COVID and RSV, like what happened last winter.
2 professors hope to diversify the medical field ahead of National Latino Physician Day
They hope to change the number of Hispanics choosing a career in medicine by highlighting their community's achievements on October 1 for National Latino Physician Day.
Colon cancer has a high survival rate when caught early. How to get a free screening
The 45 Plus Reasons campaign is hyperfocused on Black Philadelphians, with the goal of getting thousands of them screened for colon cancer.
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Zack Wheeler shines as Phillies beat Marlins in Game 1 of NLWS
Zack Wheeler had eight strikeouts as the Philadelphia Phillies defeated the Miami Marlins, 4-1, in Game 1 of the National League Wild Card Series on Tuesday night at Citizens Bank Park.
Rhys Hoskins throws out first pitch before Game 1 of Phillies-Marlins
Rhys Hoskins, who tore his ACL earlier this year, threw out of the ceremonial first pitch before Game 1 of the NL Wild Card series between the Phillies and Miami Marlins at Citizens Bank Park.
The Phillies are back in the playoffs. What are their odds of winning it all?
The Phillies fell two wins shy of a World Series title in 2022.
Phillies Game 1 of Wild Card Series tickets higher than other NL team cities
According to Vivid Seats, the average ticket price to Game One and Two of the National League Wild Card Series are in the top five most expensive in the MLB this season.
Philadelphia Phillies' Game 1 lineup vs. Miami Marlins in NLWS
Red October has arrived in Philadelphia as the Phillies will face the Miami Marlins in Game 1 of the NL Wild Card Series on Tuesday night at Citizens Bank Park.
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Cold case solved: Arrest made in decade-old murder of Gloucester Township woman
Just eight days after a recent CBS Mysteries report profiled Reiff's case, an arrest has finally been made.
Investigators confident murder of Gloucester Township mother Carol Reiff will have resolution
It's been nearly 10 years since Carol Reiff, a beloved mother and friend from Gloucester Township, was found murdered in a wooded area not far from Route 42.
Mysteries: Mother of 18-year-old killed in West Oak Lane remembers son as "gentle giant"
In 2021, 18-year-old Shaquille Barbour was shot and killed while he rode his bike home from a corner store in Philadelphia.
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Local nonprofit delivers early Christmas gift to man battling congenital heart defects
Zakki Blatt Strunk, who has survived 16 heart surgeries while battling congenital heart defects, got to play at the prestigious Pebble Beach Golf Course in northern California.
Camden woman working to help young people after losing husband to gun violence
A Camden woman who lost her husband to gun violence is making it her life's work to heal the community, one family at a time.
Fairhill nonprofit's youth artist program "empowers" teenagers by combining creativity and culture
In this class for teens, the students start with vision boards, full of color, pictures, and textures that inspire them.
Sinister Mopar to host car show with a cause at Clementon Lake Park in South Jersey
Last year, Sinister Mopar was able to get six tons worth of food. They hope to double that total this year.
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Philadelphia Police Athletic League working to keep kids active and off the streets
The Ford PAL Center in Southwest Philadelphia is one of over a dozen centers in the city helping kids stay active and off the streets.
Boys can learn ballet for free at Philadelphia Dance Academy
Only about 6% of the students at Philadelphia Dance Academy are boys - but the academy has a program aiming to involve more boys in dance.
Father Judge High School taking learning beyond the classroom with new CTE academy
Father Judge High School is taking learning beyond the classroom, with a new Career and Technical Education Academy.
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Gallen of Questions Podcast, Ep. 27: Sheil Kapadia of The Ringer
Kapadia joined Pat to preview Eagles training camp and the 2023 season after the Birds made a run to the Super Bowl last season.
Gallen of Questions Podcast, Ep. 24: Jake Fischer, Jonathan Tannenwald
Jake Fischer of Yahoo Sports and Jonathan Tannenwald of the Philadelphia Inquirer joined Pat on the latest Gallen of Questions Podcast to talk about the Sixers, Union and more.
Pat Gallen and Don Bell talk Sixers hiring Nick Nurse
The Sixers hired Nurse to replace Doc Rivers. Pat Gallen and Don Bell broke down the move.
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Zack Wheeler shines as Phillies beat Marlins in Game 1 of NLWS
Zack Wheeler had eight strikeouts as the Philadelphia Phillies defeated the Miami Marlins, 4-1, in Game 1 of the National League Wild Card Series on Tuesday night at Citizens Bank Park.
Morgan State University investigates report of active shooter on or near school campus
Authorities are responding to a report that multiple people have been injured in the area of the college campus.
Josh Kruger murder: Police ID person of interest in killing of Philly journalist
A person of interest has been identified in the murder of Josh Kruger, the Philly journalist and activist who was shot and killed in his Point Breeze home, Philadelphia police said on Tuesday.
Person of interest identified in Center City assault, vandalism involving biker: police sources
Police sources told CBS News Philadelphia's Joe Holden they've identified a person of interest in connection to the Center City assault and vandalism that has gone viral showing a mother getting out of her car and confronting the biker accused of the crime.
Rhys Hoskins throws out first pitch before Game 1 of Phillies-Marlins
Rhys Hoskins, who tore his ACL earlier this year, threw out of the ceremonial first pitch before Game 1 of the NL Wild Card series between the Phillies and Miami Marlins at Citizens Bank Park.
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Zack Wheeler shines as Phillies beat Marlins in Game 1 of NLWS
Zack Wheeler had eight strikeouts as the Philadelphia Phillies defeated the Miami Marlins, 4-1, in Game 1 of the National League Wild Card Series on Tuesday night at Citizens Bank Park.
Josh Kruger murder: Police ID person of interest in killing of Philly journalist
A person of interest has been identified in the murder of Josh Kruger, the Philly journalist and activist who was shot and killed in his Point Breeze home, Philadelphia police said on Tuesday.
Person of interest identified in Center City assault, vandalism involving biker: police sources
Police sources told CBS News Philadelphia's Joe Holden they've identified a person of interest in connection to the Center City assault and vandalism that has gone viral showing a mother getting out of her car and confronting the biker accused of the crime.
Police release photos of cars involved in South Philly hit-and-run
Infiniti car parts were recovered after the crash in South Philadelphia. It's unknown at this time which car the parts are from.
How the Area 32 Project is trying to reduce violence in one of Philadelphia's deadliest zip codes
The Area 32 Project is planting seeds of change and hope.
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North Wildwood's steel bulkhead emergency construction underway
The emergency construction came following a lengthy legal battle between the city and DEP over whether to build the structure.
South Jersey sisters raise breast cancer awareness with Grab Your Girls campaign
The American Cancer Society is reminding women to grab your girls. That's about holding friends and family accountable for mammograms.
South Jersey-based dog named "Dog of the Year" by the ASPCA
Cole the Deaf Dog, a Pitbull mix therapy dog, also provides a calming presence to students at the Dr. William Mennies School in Vineland.
NEXT Weather: Mild Monday sets up mostly sunny, warm week ahead
Get ready for a mostly sunny and warm week ahead, setting up perfect weather for the Phillies' playoff series beginning Tuesday.
Video shows man deliberately crashing car into Jersey police station
Prosecutors said the driver had also crashed his car into a home earlier that day.
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NEXT Weather: Mild Monday sets up mostly sunny, warm week ahead
Get ready for a mostly sunny and warm week ahead, setting up perfect weather for the Phillies' playoff series beginning Tuesday.
Mothers outraged after Delaware State Trooper accused of beating teens over prank indicted
A news conference was held Thursday afternoon after a Delaware State Trooper was indicted by a grand jury.
Delaware trooper accused of beating teens over ding dong ditch prank indicted by grand jury
Delaware State Police Corporal Dempsey Walters has been indicted by a grand jury after being accused of beating a teen who tried to ding dong ditch.
PA, NJ, DE among 17 states to join FTC in sweeping antitrust suit against Amazon
Amazon is facing antitrust claims from the Federal Trade Commission and states including New York and Pennsylvania, alleging the retailer is operating an unlawful monopoly.
3-year-old boy dead after hit by off-duty firefighter parking his car
A 3-year-old boy has died from his injuries after he was hit by an off-duty firefighter's car while he attempted to park Sunday morning.
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South Jersey sisters raise breast cancer awareness with Grab Your Girls campaign
The American Cancer Society is reminding women to grab your girls. That's about holding friends and family accountable for mammograms.
Meet the 2 UPenn scientists who were awarded the Nobel Prize in Medicine
These two hometown heroes are credited with helping to end the pandemic with the vaccine that came from their work.
Penn's Drew Weissman, Katalin Karikó win Nobel Prize
Two scientists part of the University of Pennsylvania's historic mRNA vaccine research team won the Nobel Prize in medicine on Monday for discoveries that enabled the creation of mRNA vaccines against COVID-19.
In a first, CDC to recommend antibiotic pill after sex for some
The approach to fighting sexually transmitted infections has been nicknamed "Doxy-PEP."
Pa. child care providers fear loss of funding that "kept the lights on"
The American Rescue Plan Act gave nearly $730 million to 6,800 child care programs in Pennsylvania. Advocates hope future funding is on the horizon.
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National Coffee Day 2023 deals: Dunkin', Krispy Kreme, Circle K
We've got all you need to know about where to get free coffee on National Coffee Day.
Famous Philly streetwear store looks to rebuild after being looted
One of Philadelphia's most recognizable streetwear businesses was looted Tuesday night as trouble took over streets in the city's northeast section.
Starbucks facing lawsuit over no fruit in "Refresher" drinks
The drinks in question are the 'Refresher' line mango dragon-fruit, mango dragon-fruit lemonade, pineapple passion-fruit, pineapple passion-fruit lemonade, strawberry açai, and strawberry açai lemonade.
Starbucks wants to overhaul its iconic cup. Will customers go along?
In the name of the environment and sustainability, Starbucks' disposable cup may be on its way to extinction
"It's family and it's community": Iconic Eye's Gallery thriving in new South Street space
Some may call this chapter a literal rising from the ashes, as some eight months after the fire, the Eye's Gallery is reopening.
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TWU Local 234 members vote to authorize strike against SEPTA
Members of the Transport Workers Union Local 234 have voted to authorize a strike against SEPTA if necessary. The union's contract with SEPTA expires at the end of the month.
SEPTA contactless "tap to pay" payments start Friday; riders split
SEPTA riders will be able to use contactless "tap to pay" payment on all city and suburban buses and most trains starting Friday.
SEPTA launching contactless "tap to pay" tech on buses, trolleys, most trains
On Friday SEPTA is rolling out contactless payment like credit cards, Apple Pay and Google Pay on all buses and trolleys and almost all of its trains.
SEPTA bus driver discovers man shot in his car
A SEPTA bus driver made a startling discovery when he had to approach a car that was blocking the intersection at 17th and South Streets.
SEPTA Bus Revolution to hold last 3 public hearings Sept. 26 - 28
The SEPTA Bus Revolution is an overhaul of the entire system that's meant to make the bus system more reliable and overall easier to use.
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Zack Wheeler shines as Phillies beat Marlins in Game 1 of NLWS
Zack Wheeler had eight strikeouts as the Philadelphia Phillies defeated the Miami Marlins, 4-1, in Game 1 of the National League Wild Card Series on Tuesday night at Citizens Bank Park.
Rhys Hoskins throws out first pitch before Game 1 of Phillies-Marlins
Rhys Hoskins, who tore his ACL earlier this year, threw out of the ceremonial first pitch before Game 1 of the NL Wild Card series between the Phillies and Miami Marlins at Citizens Bank Park.
The Phillies are back in the playoffs. What are their odds of winning it all?
The Phillies fell two wins shy of a World Series title in 2022.
Phillies Game 1 of Wild Card Series tickets higher than other NL team cities
According to Vivid Seats, the average ticket price to Game One and Two of the National League Wild Card Series are in the top five most expensive in the MLB this season.
Philadelphia Phillies' Game 1 lineup vs. Miami Marlins in NLWS
Red October has arrived in Philadelphia as the Phillies will face the Miami Marlins in Game 1 of the NL Wild Card Series on Tuesday night at Citizens Bank Park.
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A Beyoncé "Renaissance" film is hitting theaters, and tickets are on sale
A concert film covering Beyoncé's Renaissance World Tour is due out in U.S. movie theaters Dec. 1. Tickets are on sale now.
Taylor Swift at MetLife Stadium to watch Travis Kelce's Chiefs take on the Jets
Taylor Swift couldn't just shake off another chance to watch Travis Kelce on the football field.
Man indicted for murder of Tupac Shakur in 1996 drive-by shooting
A Nevada grand jury indicted Duane "Keffe D" Davis in the long-unsolved killing of rapper Tupac Shakur, prosecutors announced in court Friday.
Judge ending conservatorship between Michael Oher and Memphis couple
Judge Kathleen Gomes said she is terminating the agreement reached in 2004 that allowed Sean and Leigh Anne Tuohy to control Michael Oher's finances.
Jester Castle offers community opportunity to exhibit talent in various forms of spoken art
In this week's The Heartbeat, host Ashley Harder plants her feet on Jester Castle's stage. Learning the concept behind this new Center City venue and what sets it apart.
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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 Police Athletic League working to keep kids active and off the streets
The Ford PAL Center in Southwest Philadelphia is one of over a dozen centers in the city helping kids stay active and off the streets.
Boys can learn ballet for free at Philadelphia Dance Academy
Only about 6% of the students at Philadelphia Dance Academy are boys - but the academy has a program aiming to involve more boys in dance.
Father Judge High School taking learning beyond the classroom with new CTE academy
Father Judge High School is taking learning beyond the classroom, with a new Career and Technical Education Academy.
With "Get Lost," 15-year-old Pottstown High School teen making mark on music world
Colin Plank, a 15-year-old Pottstown High School student, has a hit single, "Get Lost," published by Excelcia Music Publishing.
With Studying Never Stops, local teen entrepreneur inspires others to read
A 15-year-old local entrepreneur is making it his business to inspire others to read with his company "Studying Never Stops."
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NEXT Weather: Showers end the week
Bill Kelly is tracking the latest weather developments across the Philly region.
Person of interest named in murder of Philly journalist Josh Kruger
Philadelphia police declined to provide any additional information on the person of interest.
Police search for 2 vehicles wanted in connection to South Philly hit-and-run
Police have released photos of the cars involved in a hit-and-run that left a man in extremely critical condition this past weekend in South Philadelphia.
Rep. Brendan Boyle details what's next after Kevin McCarthy was ousted from the House
House Speaker Kevin McCarthy was ousted after a narrow 216-210 vote Monday night in Washington D.C.
Trea Turner talks to media after first playoff game in Phillies uniform at Citizens Bank Park
Turner had two hits in the 4-1 victory over the Marlins for the Phillies.