Homeowner shoots, kills attempted intruder in West Philadelphia, police say
Philadelphia police say a homeowner shot and killed someone who was trying to break into his home on Cobbs Creek Parkway.
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Philadelphia police say a homeowner shot and killed someone who was trying to break into his home on Cobbs Creek Parkway.
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A Lehigh County man was a victim of a wire transfer scam and a romance scam. Now, he's working to ensure there are more protections for victims.
Police said a 26-year-old man is in critical condition after being shot multiple times in Philadelphia's Fairhill section. A 16-year-old and 18-year-old were also hit.
Philadelphia police said the shooting happened around 1 a.m. along the I-95 south offramp to Philadelphia International Airport.
One person is dead after a shooting outside BKK Lounge on Union Boulevard in Allentown, Pennsylvania, police said.
Police said a 27-year-old man was shot on Temple University's campus in North Philadelphia on Sunday.
A homicide investigation is underway after a body was found inside a garbage can in West Philadelphia Thursday morning.
A double murder of Richard and Rita Zajko in December 2022 has been linked to the fatal shooting of a Border Patrol Agent in Vermont.
The brother of Bay Area rap legend Too Short was killed in a shooting in East Oakland Wednesday morning, authorities confirmed.
Amere Wright, 18, was charged with shooting a 20-year-old man after the Philadelphia Eagles advanced to the Super Bowl on Sunday night.
A Philadelphia-area prosecutor said defendant George Gooch Ash's actions were "sadistic." The Newtown Township man is accused of killing two dogs.
Former New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez was sentenced Wednesday on 16 counts of bribery, extortion, conspiracy and obstruction of justice.
After a thief stole an SUV with a four-year-old boy inside, Philadelphia police tracked the location of one of the boy's toys and found him.
An investigation is underway after a Wilmington police officer shot a man during a drug investigation Tuesday afternoon.
A NEXT Weather Alert is in effect on Monday in the Philadelphia region for storms and heavy rain.
Rakim Stevens created Fathers Forward to help other single dads navigate the challenges of parenting and hopes to expand beyond Camden.
Alan Greenspan's lengthy reign at the Federal Reserve coincided with a period of stability from the mid-1980s until 2007.
A man from New Jersey was charged after he allegedly hit and killed two teen pedestrians in Townsend, Delaware, over the weekend.
Keir Starmer will step down as U.K. Prime Minister weeks after a brutal round of local elections and as he faced a challenge from within his Labour Party.
The steps of the Philadelphia Museum of Art transformed into a sea of Iraqi flags, drums and chants Sunday as fans gathered ahead of the team's World Cup matchup vs. France.
Kylian Mbappé continues to shine for France in the World Cup.
Hundreds of people descended on 52nd Street in West Philadelphia Sunday for the city's annual Juneteenth parade.
An 18-year-old man was arrested after he rammed his car into a police vehicle in Juniata Park during an illegal car meetup Sunday morning, authorities said.
The sounds of drums, spoken word performances and celebration filled Germantown Avenue for the Philadelphia Juneteenth Festival.
Rakim Stevens created Fathers Forward to help other single dads navigate the challenges of parenting and hopes to expand beyond Camden.
A man from New Jersey was charged after he allegedly hit and killed two teen pedestrians in Townsend, Delaware, over the weekend.
Three men died in a plane crash in Maryland Saturday night, police said.
A man from New Jersey died after a crash on the Atlantic City Expressway in Hamilton Township Saturday night, police say.
After 99 years of educating students in Camden, Holy Name School has officially closed its doors.
A man from New Jersey was charged after he allegedly hit and killed two teen pedestrians in Townsend, Delaware, over the weekend.
A 66-year-old woman who was riding an e-bike in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, died in a crash Saturday morning, state police said.
Every year, the August Quarterly Festival Choir lifts so many spirits at the oldest Black religious gathering in the country.
With the MLB All-Star Week coming to Philly next month, two HBCU standouts will have a chance to showcase their talents on a national stage.
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New research from Rutgers University says there could be a new connection between popular diet drugs and violent behavior.
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Target is voluntarily recalling two types of baby wipes due to concerns that the products may be contaminated with bacteria that may cause "serious and life-threatening infections," the U.S. Food and Drug Administration said on Friday.
The Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board says it will begin approving the extended-hours permits for Philadelphia businesses within the next week.
Two top-rated and critically acclaimed restaurants in the Philadelphia area are receiving a new honor.
Sportswear brand Mitchell & Ness is opening a new three-story flagship store in Center City Philadelphia.
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Three men died in a plane crash in Maryland Saturday night, police said.
Organizers say they want the FIFA Fan Festival in Philadelphia to be "soccer Coachella" for fans from around the world.
SEPTA and its police union have tentatively agreed to a new contract, averting a strike during a busy summer in Philadelphia.
Traffic is backed up on I-95 North in Philadelphia because of a crash near East Allegheny Avenue.
SEPTA says it's making improvements to the train station in the South Philadelphia Sports Complex.
The steps of the Philadelphia Museum of Art transformed into a sea of Iraqi flags, drums and chants Sunday as fans gathered ahead of the team's World Cup matchup vs. France.
Kylian Mbappé continues to shine for France in the World Cup.
Kyle Schwarber and Bryce Harper each homered for the second consecutive game, and Zack Wheeler struck out seven as the Philadelphia Phillies defeated the New York Mets 6-2.
Kyle Schwarber homered three times and Bryce Harper hit for the cycle as the Phillies routed the Mets 15-3 in Philadelphia.
Vinícius Júnior showed why he's the most valuable player for five-time World Cup champion Brazil.
Over 80 costumes by award-winning costume designer Ruth E. Carter are on display at the African American Museum in Philadelphia.
Brazilian fans visiting Philadelphia for the World Cup are avoiding dressing the Rocky statue in their team colors.
"The Sound of America," an original production set to world-premiere July 1 at FringeArts, reimagines Benjamin Franklin's life as a rock-and-roll spectacle.
Taylor Swift became the youngest woman ever inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame Thursday night, at the age of 36.
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Middle school students in Philadelphia got the opportunity to do hands-on learning during the school district's five-day career and technical camp.
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.
Recent high school graduate Sylvain Farrell says his temporary position at a local clinic is the pathway to a full-time career.
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.
The event featured more than 170 vendors, dancing, food and activities. Organizers say the event is all about celebrating who you are.
The weather is a big concern for Monday's 2026 Men's World Cup match between France and Iraq at Philadelphia Stadium. CBS News Philadelphia's Brandon Goldner and Chilekasi Adele have team coverage as the city prepares for another day of soccer — and the potential of severe storms.
Rakim Stevens founded "Fathers Forward" to help dads navigate the ups and downs of parenthood, and give them a space to "relate to one another, converse... and heal."
Severe storms capable of producing damaging winds, heavy rain and an isolated tornado will move into the Delaware Valley Monday afternoon and evening.
Tammie Souza is tracking severe storms set to hit the Philadelphia region Monday. Here's the latest NEXT Weather forecast.