Movie Review: 'Machine Gun Preacher'
Truth may be stranger than fiction, but that doesn't mean that it's better.
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Truth may be stranger than fiction, but that doesn't mean that it's better.
The film earned 11 Oscars.
So do you enjoy renting movies? Well the video rental wars are heating up! As 3 On Your Side Consumer Reporter Jim Donovan tells us, Netflix has split, Blockbuster has made a new deal, and consumers are left wondering which service will give them the most bang for their buck.
The animated adventure, in 3-D, finished first at the box office in its second weekend of re-release, besting the four new attractions by earning an estimated $22-million.
The makers seem to think that gunfire exchanges represent the height of drama. They couldn't be more wrong. As for the rooting interest aspect of the film, it's muddy at best.
The story of the fictional Philadelphia suburb of Pine Valley ended with the final episode of the soap opera "All My Children."
Actress Kim Delaney seemed to make an effort to rescue the Liberty Medal award presentation at the NCC by taking the stage during a moment of confusion by the production team.
Visitors to the African American Museum can see the exhibit, "Mixing Metaphors," featuring seldom-seen work by 36 artists.
Facebook isn't finished with its design overhaul. At a conference in San Francisco, the site's CEO unveiled sweeping changes that are coming soon to your profile.
Even folks who don't cherish the game should enjoy 'Moneyball', but not as much as their baseball-loving friends.
Actress Beth Behrs of the new CBS sitcom "2 Broke Girls" got her first taste of Philadelphia this week at the University of Pennsylvania's Wharton School.
The new movie "Dolphin Tale" features the amazing technology of prosthetics, which comes from making artificial limbs for people. The people who invented the dolphin's fake tail are now using the technology on humans - truly an amazing tale!
"Dolphin Tale" is a solid, inspirational drama, appropriate for kids, that's emotional without being manipulative.
Videos we review usually fall into one of two classifications: general entertainment, or items having "historical" significance.
A NEXT Weather Alert is in effect for the Philadelphia region due to storms capable of producing damaging winds and heavy rain.
The Anaheim Ducks on Thursday matched the Philadelphia Flyers' massive five-year, $90 million offer sheet to Leo Carlsson.
Eugene Horsch, whose Olney home was searched in June after his arrest in Old City, was indicted on federal charges this week.
CBS News Philadelphia is proud to celebrate a momentous milestone in anchor Ukee Washington's career as he marks 40 years with the station.
Yahnae Clegg-Brown and Naiyr Sanders are charged with neglecting and abusing a young woman with Down syndrome in their care in Delaware County.
Eugene Horsch, whose Olney home was searched in June after his arrest in Old City, was indicted on federal charges this week.
Leonard Abramson, 93, was "a true friend" and major donor to Penn Medicine and cancer care initiatives.
Yahnae Clegg-Brown and Naiyr Sanders are charged with neglecting and abusing a young woman with Down syndrome in their care in Delaware County.
While many kids spend summer break relaxing, five Philadelphia high school students traveled to Costa Rica for an experience that could shape their future.
Police say Salis Hanrahan, 20, was fatally shot inside a house in the 400 block of Ripka Street in Roxborough on Wednesday.
Leaders in Camden, New Jersey, are working to prevent a repeat of Monday's devastating flooding as more rain moves in.
EMR Recycling in Camden, which has been the site of more than a dozen fires, will be able to reopen under certain conditions, a judge ruled.
A rare but dangerous tick-borne virus called Powassan can attack the central nervous system and lead to memory loss.
To celebrate 100 years, the Ben Franklin Bridge will completely close to vehicles on Saturday, July 11 and allow pedestrians to walk across the main traffic lanes.
Cody Henderson is facing charges after prosecutors say he left two police dogs in his car for seven hours in Salem, New Jersey, in May.
The family of a 19-year-old man who was shot and killed by Wilmington Police last month is calling for body camera video of the incident to be made public.
Chopper 3 was over the fire, showing firefighters on the roof battling the blaze in the 1500 block of Clayton Road in Wilmington.
Communities in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware are planning fireworks and other celebrations to mark America's 250th birthday.
City council members in Wilmington, Delaware, want Kadir Skinner's family to be able to review bodycam footage within the next 72 hours.
Delaware Sen. Chris Coons was injured in a crash that involved several vehicles in Sussex County Sunday afternoon, he announced on social media.
Leonard Abramson, 93, was "a true friend" and major donor to Penn Medicine and cancer care initiatives.
A rare but dangerous tick-borne virus called Powassan can attack the central nervous system and lead to memory loss.
The FDA is urging parents and caregivers to immediately stop using a Nara Organics-brand formula after several infants contracted botulism.
New Jersey is set to charge companies whose workers have Medicaid health coverage.
Sierra Kile will join Phillies legends Charlie Manuel and Jimmy Rollins on Thursday to raise awareness about heart disease.
While some assume landlords are required to provide air conditioning, the law is not nearly as clear-cut as it is for heat in the winter
New Jersey is set to charge companies whose workers have Medicaid health coverage.
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.
A major rail injection saw service suspensions and delays after a SEPTA Regional Rail train derailed Wednesday in Philadelphia.
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.
Renowned 3D pop artist Charles Fazzino is creating unique handmade pieces for Philly's MLB All-Star Game.
Christian Pulisic was diagnosed with a fractured right leg, the U.S. Soccer Federation announced Thursday.
The Anaheim Ducks on Thursday matched the Philadelphia Flyers' massive five-year, $90 million offer sheet to Leo Carlsson.
MLB All-Star Week in Philadelphia is filled with several events in the city, including the HBCU Swingman Classic, Capital One All-Star Village and more.
Sal Stewart hit two homers, including one when Cincinnati went deep four times in the fourth inning, Noelvi Marte drove in four runs and the Reds defeated the Philadelphia Phillies 11-5.
The nominations for the 78th annual Primetime Emmy Awards were announced Wednesday morning in Los Angeles, with the final season of HBO Max's "Hacks" setting a new record for the most nominations in a single year for a comedy series.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce were married as they celebrated their wedding with hundreds of guests Friday at Madison Square Garden in New York City.
Victor Willis, lead singer of the disco group Village People, whose hit "Y.M.C.A." became a fixture at rallies for President Trump, has died at the age of 74, his wife and the band said.
There appear to be new clues about the location of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding.
Clive Davis helped shape the careers of music stars including Janis Joplin, Bruce Springsteen and Whitney Houston.
Ukee Washington reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Ukee Washington reports.
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 Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission announced this week that there will be a toll rate increase in the coming year. Beginning on January 3, 2027, tolls will increase by 3.5%.
Police are investigating a deadly shooting of a construction worker at a house in the city's Roxborough neighborhood, sources tell CBS News Philadelphia.
Charles Fazzino, a renowned 3D pop artist, joins CBS News Philadelphia's Janelle Burrell to talk about the unique pieces he created to commemorate the 2026 MLB All-Star Game in Philadelphia.
Temple University in Philadelphia announced it's raising tuition by 3.4% for both undergraduate and graduate, and in-state and out-of-state students as part of its 2026-27 operating budget. The hike comes as the university tries to get a handle on its financial crisis.
Police believe a car fire on the Vine Street Expressway in Philadelphia started after guns inside the vehicle started exploding. Investigators are working to determine if the guns were legally registered.
