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DC 33, Philadelphia to resume negotiations Tuesday as strike continues
Negotiations are set to continue on Tuesday between District Council 33 and the Parker administration, a union spokesperson told CBS News Philadelphia.
3 dead, 9 injured in Grays Ferry mass shooting; 3 suspects wanted, police say
Philadelphia police are searching for three suspects wanted in connection with the mass shooting in Grays Ferry that killed three men.
Tuesday will be sunny, hot as Philadelphia region could get severe storms
A NEXT Weather Alert is in effect due to the heat, but also because of the threat of storms Tuesday afternoon in the Philadelphia region.
Waymo is bringing a fleet of testing vehicles to Philadelphia
Waymo, the autonomous driving technology company, is bringing a fleet of testing vehicles to Philadelphia this year.
Edgecombe misses Summer League game vs. Thunder with thumb injury, report says
Sixers rookie guard VJ Edgecombe missed Monday night's Summer League game against the Thunder as he reportedly deals with a thumb contusion.
Man arrested in N.J. in shooting of Philadelphia school safety officer, police say
Police say a suspect was arrested in Paramus, New Jersey, in the shooting that critically injured a Philadelphia school safety officer at the end of June.
Philly native Kyle Lowry signs 1-year deal to return to Sixers
Kyle Lowry will return to his hometown team for his 20th NBA season. The Sixers have signed the North Philadelphia native to a one-year deal on Monday.
Meet the former Flyers dentist who celebrated his 100th birthday
Irvin Paul, who was a dentist for the Flyers when they won the Stanley Cup, celebrated his 100th birthday with friends and family.
New data shows challenges Delaware County faces since Crozer closure
New data highlights the challenges Delaware County, Pennsylvania, has experienced in the months since Crozer Health closed.
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Humidity and heat set in around Philly region Tuesday before afternoon and evening storm chances
We've issued a NEXT Weather Alert in the Philadelphia region for Tuesday due to high heat and humidity that will make it feel warmer than 100 degrees, then strong to severe storms with potential damaging winds and flooding risks. Meteorologist Kate Bilo has the latest.
Pennsylvania House passes bill that would make canceling subscriptions easier
State Rep. Lisa Borowski's bill still needs to pass the Pennsylvania Senate and then be signed into law. It would require businesses to offer an "opt in" option to a recurring subscription, rather than having customers "opt out."
Card skimmer found at Family Dollar store in Stratford, New Jersey
A credit card skimmer found at the Family Dollar in Stratford, New Jersey may have been there as long as two weeks. Police are urging customers to keep an eye on their credit and debit card statements and contact their bank and card company immediately with any issues.
What Philadelphia and AFSCME DC 33 negotiators are saying before talks resume on Day 8 of strike
Negotiations are set to continue in the ongoing DC 33 strike in Philadelphia, as trash piles up at several dump sites meant to alleviate residents' garbage cans in lieu of weekly trash pickup. Ross DiMattei breaks down what the city and the union are saying about labor talks before they get back to the negotiating table on Tuesday.
Trash piles up on Northeast Philadelphia block designated as dropoff site in DC 33 strike
Philadelphia leaders say they're bringing in reinforcements to deal with the trash problem, but say there are also some who are trying to take advantage of the strike and use the temporary drop-off points as a free garbage disposal.
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Humidity and heat set in around Philly region Tuesday before afternoon and evening storm chances
We've issued a NEXT Weather Alert in the Philadelphia region for Tuesday due to high heat and humidity that will make it feel warmer than 100 degrees, then strong to severe storms with potential damaging winds and flooding risks. Meteorologist Kate Bilo has the latest.
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New data shows challenges Delaware County faces since Crozer closure
New data highlights the challenges Delaware County, Pennsylvania, has experienced in the months since Crozer Health closed.
Sunflower garden opens in Northeast Philly as healing space for veterans, greater community
Once a vacant lot on Megargee Street in the Holmesburg neighborhood, the space has been transformed into a green sanctuary thanks to the work of the nonprofit Heroic Gardens.
Philly native cycling across the country to help lung cancer patients
Jack Owens is cycling across the country to raise money for Ride Hard Breathe Easy, which helps people with lung cancer.
Advocates, families rally against Medicaid cuts in Philadelphia
Advocates and families gathered at Philadelphia's City Hall to protest possible cuts to Medicaid.
Bucks County athlete receives new kind of ACL treatment that avoids re-rupture
A new medical technology acts like a seatbelt and is aimed at reducing the risk of repeated knee injuries often suffered by athletes of all levels.
How a magic new treatment for scoliosis is helping kids in Delaware
Doctors at Nemours Children's Hospital in Delaware are treating scoliosis in kids with something called "magic rods."
Dogs cool off at Pennsylvania pool for pets amid heat wave
At Surf Dog Swim Spa in Montgomery County, dogs cool off and get exercise in the pool.
Families of those with sickle cell disease hope and advocate for a cure
Families of those who have sickle cell disease in the Philadelphia area are pushing for more research and a cure.
Nonprofit in Kensington working to prevent HIV infections
Prevention Point Philadelphia, a nonprofit, has been on the front lines of harm reduction for more than 30 years.
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Edgecombe misses Summer League game vs. Thunder with thumb injury, report says
Sixers rookie guard VJ Edgecombe missed Monday night's Summer League game against the Thunder as he reportedly deals with a thumb contusion.
Philly native Kyle Lowry signs 1-year deal to return to Sixers
Kyle Lowry will return to his hometown team for his 20th NBA season. The Sixers have signed the North Philadelphia native to a one-year deal on Monday.
Cam York, Flyers agree to 5-year contract extension
The Flyers and 24-year-old restricted free agent Cam York agreed to a five-year, $25.75 million contract extension Monday.
Sixers re-sign Philly native Justin Edwards to 3 year contract
Justin Edwards, a Philadelphia native, emerged in the 2024-25 season as a rookie while the Sixers were dealing with several significant injuries.
Stott homers amid slump to help Phillies get win as Wheeler dominates
Bryson Stott doesn't need anyone to tell him he's struggling, but the Phillies' second baseman came through in a big way Sunday to help them beat the Reds.
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Beloved Horsham cashier rings up last customer after 61 years at ACME
After more than six decades of service, Rich Czerwonka rang up his last customer at ACME on the same day he turned 85.
How a father and daughter built a legacy of love and law in Delaware
Meet Veda Davida Wooley, a 28-year-old deputy attorney general who's already passed two bar exams, earned multiple degrees, and is paving the way for others.
Philadelphia therapist builds sisterhood and self-care on two wheels
It's a bike ride that's more than a workout. Meet the Philadelphia therapist behind a movement bringing Black women together, one ride at a time.
How this Philly nonprofit is helping girls get head start on careers
Through his nonprofit, Kirk Berry is helping girls in Philadelphia get a head start on their careers with his Lunch and Learn program.
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Darnell "Speedy" Artis joins Gallen of Questions after named head coach of Gwynedd Mercy men's baske
Philadelphia native and Harlem Globetrotter, Darnell "Speedy" Artis, is headed back to his alma mater, Gwynedd Mercy University, as the head coach of the men's basketball team. He joins Gallen of Questions about his new job and the joys of being a Globetrotter.
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.
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DC 33, Philadelphia to resume negotiations Tuesday as strike continues
Negotiations are set to continue on Tuesday between District Council 33 and the Parker administration, a union spokesperson told CBS News Philadelphia.
3 dead, 9 injured in Grays Ferry mass shooting; 3 suspects wanted, police say
Philadelphia police are searching for three suspects wanted in connection with the mass shooting in Grays Ferry that killed three men.
Tuesday will be sunny, hot as Philadelphia region could get severe storms
A NEXT Weather Alert is in effect due to the heat, but also because of the threat of storms Tuesday afternoon in the Philadelphia region.
Waymo is bringing a fleet of testing vehicles to Philadelphia
Waymo, the autonomous driving technology company, is bringing a fleet of testing vehicles to Philadelphia this year.
Edgecombe misses Summer League game vs. Thunder with thumb injury, report says
Sixers rookie guard VJ Edgecombe missed Monday night's Summer League game against the Thunder as he reportedly deals with a thumb contusion.
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Waymo is bringing a fleet of testing vehicles to Philadelphia
Waymo, the autonomous driving technology company, is bringing a fleet of testing vehicles to Philadelphia this year.
New data shows challenges Delaware County faces since Crozer closure
New data highlights the challenges Delaware County, Pennsylvania, has experienced in the months since Crozer Health closed.
Baby critically injured after falling out of window in West Philly
Police said an 11-month-old baby is in extremely critical condition after falling out of a second-story window of a West Philly home.
DC 33, Philadelphia to resume negotiations Tuesday as strike continues
Negotiations are set to continue on Tuesday between District Council 33 and the Parker administration, union president Greg Boulware said
Beloved Horsham cashier rings up last customer after 61 years at ACME
After more than six decades of service, Rich Czerwonka rang up his last customer at ACME on the same day he turned 85.
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Coast Guard member describes effort to help rescue 165 from Texas floods
A New Jersey man with the U.S. Coast Guard is being hailed as a hero for helping rescue more than 165 people from the deadly Texas floods.
Teen charged with firing gun multiple times near boardwalk in Wildwood
A Camden County teen has been charged with firing a gun near the Wildwood Boardwalk over the Fourth of July holiday weekend.
Heavy storms on Monday could cause flash flooding | NEXT Weather
Get ready for a bit of an unsettled week ahead in the Philadelphia area.
Warm, sunny end to July 4th weekend before rain returns this week
Sunday will start out nice before quickly warming up to near 90 degrees with increasing humidity.
Millennium Skate World rolls into summer with low-cost sessions, community programs
Roll into summer at this indoor skating rink in Camden, which offers a slate of low-cost sessions and community programs aimed at keeping residents active and cool.
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Heavy storms on Monday could cause flash flooding | NEXT Weather
Get ready for a bit of an unsettled week ahead in the Philadelphia area.
Warm, sunny end to July 4th weekend before rain returns this week
Sunday will start out nice before quickly warming up to near 90 degrees with increasing humidity.
Delaware could allow mail-order wine if new bill is signed
Only Delaware and Utah have shipping laws that prohibit the delivery of wine, but a new bill could change that in the First State.
Swimming advisory issued at Rehoboth Beach in Delaware due to high bacteria
The Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control has issued a recreational water advisory on Thursday for Rehoboth Beach due to high bacterial results.
Historic Black church in Delaware finds pieces of its history while rebuilding
The St. John AM congregation is rebuilding after a crash damaged their church in Newark, Delaware.
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New data shows challenges Delaware County faces since Crozer closure
New data highlights the challenges Delaware County, Pennsylvania, has experienced in the months since Crozer Health closed.
Sunflower garden opens in Northeast Philly as healing space for veterans, greater community
Once a vacant lot on Megargee Street in the Holmesburg neighborhood, the space has been transformed into a green sanctuary thanks to the work of the nonprofit Heroic Gardens.
Philly native cycling across the country to help lung cancer patients
Jack Owens is cycling across the country to raise money for Ride Hard Breathe Easy, which helps people with lung cancer.
Advocates, families rally against Medicaid cuts in Philadelphia
Advocates and families gathered at Philadelphia's City Hall to protest possible cuts to Medicaid.
Bucks County athlete receives new kind of ACL treatment that avoids re-rupture
A new medical technology acts like a seatbelt and is aimed at reducing the risk of repeated knee injuries often suffered by athletes of all levels.
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Businesses hope Barefoot Country Music Festival sets the tone for busy summer
Wildwood businesses hope a major festival and warmer weather can turn things around after a few rainy weekends.
Former workers at World Cafe Live allege unfair treatment, late paychecks
Former World Cafe Live employees say the venue is mismanaged and their paychecks were late. The CEO says it all stems from miscommunication.
Philly residents, businesses preparing for upcoming heat wave
People are trying to stay cool in today's humidity, and businesses are preparing for what's to come as we track dangerous heat this week.
2025 FIFA Club World Cup is bringing a business boom to Philadelphia
The FIFA Club World Cup is bringing a little more than soccer to the city. It's bringing a boom in business.
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.
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SEPTA begins charging for parking on weekends, holidays at lots and garages
If you prefer to park in SEPTA-owned parking lots and garages, prepare to pay.
Road closures, schedule for Fourth of July events in Philadelphia
Numerous road closures are scheduled for Philadelphia ahead of the July 4 holiday.
2 injured after truck crashes into moving train in Lansdale
Two teenage boys are in critical condition after their pickup truck slammed into a freight train in Lansdale on Tuesday morning.
SEPTA board votes to cut service, raise fares amid massive budget deficit
SEPTA board members voted to dramatically cut service and raise fares to fill a $213 million hole in the budget.
"Horrible": SEPTA riders brace for cuts as board passes "doomsday" budget
SEPTA's board approved a "doomsday" budget Thursday that would cut multiple Regional Rail lines and reduce service across the board.
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Edgecombe misses Summer League game vs. Thunder with thumb injury, report says
Sixers rookie guard VJ Edgecombe missed Monday night's Summer League game against the Thunder as he reportedly deals with a thumb contusion.
Philly native Kyle Lowry signs 1-year deal to return to Sixers
Kyle Lowry will return to his hometown team for his 20th NBA season. The Sixers have signed the North Philadelphia native to a one-year deal on Monday.
Cam York, Flyers agree to 5-year contract extension
The Flyers and 24-year-old restricted free agent Cam York agreed to a five-year, $25.75 million contract extension Monday.
Sixers re-sign Philly native Justin Edwards to 3 year contract
Justin Edwards, a Philadelphia native, emerged in the 2024-25 season as a rookie while the Sixers were dealing with several significant injuries.
Stott homers amid slump to help Phillies get win as Wheeler dominates
Bryson Stott doesn't need anyone to tell him he's struggling, but the Phillies' second baseman came through in a big way Sunday to help them beat the Reds.
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"Nip/Tuck," "Charmed" actor Julian McMahon dies at 56 after cancer battle
Julian McMahon's last acting role before his death was playing the prime minister of Australia in Netflix's murder mystery series "The Residence."
Millennium Skate World rolls into summer with low-cost sessions, community programs
Roll into summer at this indoor skating rink in Camden, which offers a slate of low-cost sessions and community programs aimed at keeping residents active and cool.
Downingtown teen spent 6 months, 35 rolls of duct tape making this dress
Emmalynn Holland of Downingtown, Pennsylvania, is a contestant in the Duck Tape brand's Stuck at Prom Scholarship Contest.
Michael Madsen, actor known for "Reservoir Dogs," dies at age 67
Michael Madsen apparently went into cardiac arrest and was found unresponsive in his home in Malibu, California, on Thursday morning, according to his manager.
Red, White and Blue To-Do is back "bigger and better" in Philadelphia
July 2 is the day John Adams preferred to be Independence Day, calling for "pomp and parade." The Red, White and Blue To-Do honors that wish.
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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.
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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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Humidity and heat set in around Philly region Tuesday before afternoon and evening storm chances
We've issued a NEXT Weather Alert in the Philadelphia region for Tuesday due to high heat and humidity that will make it feel warmer than 100 degrees, then strong to severe storms with potential damaging winds and flooding risks. Meteorologist Kate Bilo has the latest.
Pennsylvania House passes bill that would make canceling subscriptions easier
State Rep. Lisa Borowski's bill still needs to pass the Pennsylvania Senate and then be signed into law. It would require businesses to offer an "opt in" option to a recurring subscription, rather than having customers "opt out."
Card skimmer found at Family Dollar store in Stratford, New Jersey
A credit card skimmer found at the Family Dollar in Stratford, New Jersey may have been there as long as two weeks. Police are urging customers to keep an eye on their credit and debit card statements and contact their bank and card company immediately with any issues.
What Philadelphia and AFSCME DC 33 negotiators are saying before talks resume on Day 8 of strike
Negotiations are set to continue in the ongoing DC 33 strike in Philadelphia, as trash piles up at several dump sites meant to alleviate residents' garbage cans in lieu of weekly trash pickup. Ross DiMattei breaks down what the city and the union are saying about labor talks before they get back to the negotiating table on Tuesday.
Trash piles up on Northeast Philadelphia block designated as dropoff site in DC 33 strike
Philadelphia leaders say they're bringing in reinforcements to deal with the trash problem, but say there are also some who are trying to take advantage of the strike and use the temporary drop-off points as a free garbage disposal.