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More than 8,000 volunteers are with the program so far, but leaders have a goal of growing Phambassadors to at least 10,000 people before the year's biggest events.
More than 8,000 volunteers are working with the Phambassadors program to promote Philadelphia's biggest events in 2026, including Kathy Nasevich and her daughter, Kaitlin. "2026 is what it's all about," Nasevich said. "We're putting our best foot forward to show everyone in the world our great city, the City of Brotherly Love."
Mural artists in Philadelphia are using their talents to create beautiful works to commemorate historic places and inventions that were created in the city. As part of America's 250th anniversary, sculptures are popping up around Philadelphia as artists pour their hearts and talents into their creations.
Mural artists are creating No. 1 sculptures celebrating historic places and inventions that were created in Philadelphia.
Week three of Philadelphia's "52 Weeks of Firsts" is underway as the city highlights the nation's first volunteer fire company.
Girl Scout cookie season is here. The long-standing tradition is almost a century old and has its origins in Philadelphia. CBS News Philadelphia's Nikki DeMentri reports.
Nearly a century later, Girl Scout cookies are still going strong — and they have their origins in Philadelphia, the "birthplace of cookies."
Girl Scout cookie season is here – a nearly century-old tradition that has its origins in Philadelphia. It all started 94 years ago, when Girl Scouts baked and sold cookies in the windows of the Philadelphia Gas and Electric Company. A historical marker stands today where it all happened near Arch and North Broad streets.
Meet two of the artists painting replica Liberty Bells for the America 250 celebrations in Philadelphia and Pennsylvania.
More than 8,000 volunteers are with the program so far, but leaders have a goal of growing Phambassadors to at least 10,000 people before the year's biggest events.
The Historical Society of Pennsylvania unveiled an exhibit called The Changing Faces of Independence. The Center City exhibit tells a story of Pennsylvania through letters, pictures and records beginning in the 19th century, shaped by immigrant communities and free and formerly ensalved people.
Mural artists are creating No. 1 sculptures celebrating historic places and inventions that were created in Philadelphia.
Week three of Philadelphia's "52 Weeks of Firsts" is underway as the city highlights the nation's first volunteer fire company.
Replica Liberty Bells will be installed in places across Pennsylvania as part of America's 250th birthday celebration. Officials on Friday revealed the 22 locations in neighborhoods around Philadelphia the bells will be.
Nearly a century later, Girl Scout cookies are still going strong — and they have their origins in Philadelphia, the "birthplace of cookies."
In fewer than 50 pages, historians say that Thomas Paine's words in "Common Sense," published in Philadelphia 250 years ago today, would change the course of the American Revolution and world history. CBS News Philadelphia's Dan Snyder reports.
A Philadelphia historian says Thomas Paine's "Common Sense," published 250 years ago, "changed the course of world history."
The "Gateways to Philadelphia" project aims to clean and beautify the main highways that lead into the city in time for major events in 2026.
Pennsylvania is celebrating America's 250th birthday with a 1,000-pound butter sculpture of the nation's defining moments.
As America turns 250, the National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum is releasing several bobbleheads celebrating the country's milestone birthday.
The National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum has released a limited edition bobblehead set featuring America's founding fathers in honor of the county's 250th birthday. Only 1,176 sets will be made, and they're on sale now for $176.
Meet two of the artists painting replica Liberty Bells for the America 250 celebrations in Philadelphia and Pennsylvania.
From a bell depicting a vibrant Latin American neighborhood in Philadelphia to one with paints mixed with Delaware River water, meet the artists working on the Bells Across PA project in celebration of the U.S.' 250th anniversary. Nikki DeMentri reports.
These are the countries competing in five group stage games that will be played in Philadelphia in the 2026 World Cup.
The man whom Jill Biden divorced for the eventual 46th President of the United States is now in jail on murder charges.
Pennsylvania Gov. Shapiro delivered his fourth budget address at the State Capitol in Harrisburg, three months after last year's budget was passed by state lawmakers.
Three schools in Pennsylvania were included on Time Magazine's list of the world's top universities for 2026.
A foster mom in Philadelphia is facing a murder charge after a toddler drowned in the bathtub in her care.
A crash in Bensalem near I-95 left a New York man dead and four other people injured early Tuesday morning, police said.
A foster mom in Philadelphia is facing a murder charge after a toddler drowned in the bathtub in her care.
A crash in Bensalem near I-95 left a New York man dead and four other people injured early Tuesday morning, police said.
It's time to nominate your favorite Philadelphia places for a special version of Monopoly.
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement purchased a 518,000-square-foot warehouse that may become a detention facility.
A Temple University student said he worked out logistics for Don Lemon to cover an anti-ICE protest at a Minnesota church.
New Jersey has less than a one-week supply of red blood cells and less than a day's supply of platelets, health officials say.
At the Child Family Center in Millville, New Jersey, lessons learned by preschoolers go far beyond ABCs and 123s.
Crossing guards in Gloucester City, New Jersey, are worried about their children navigating snowy, icy intersections.
These are the schools closing, opening late and moving to virtual learning on Thursday following the weekend snow.
A Delaware County man was arrested for allegedly stalking and harassing New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill, U.S. Marshals said Wednesday.
The man whom Jill Biden divorced for the eventual 46th President of the United States is now in jail on murder charges.
A Delaware man is behind bars after he allegedly attacked two other men over a parking dispute, police say.
A teenager and a 21-year-old man were injured in a shooting in Wilmington Monday afternoon, police said.
Following Sunday's major winter storm, multiple businesses, organizations and event centers are staying closed on Monday.
With the Philadelphia region expecting a major snowstorm this weekend, here's the best choice of ice melt to keep you safe.
New Jersey has less than a one-week supply of red blood cells and less than a day's supply of platelets, health officials say.
For Kolin and his family, CHOP was a home away from home while he waited for a heart transplant.
There's new hope for a devastating cancer in dogs that's often deadly because there are no early warning signs.
A Philadelphia nonprofit is finding job opportunities for people with mental health and intellectual challenges.
In New Jersey, nearly half a million people lost enhanced Affordable Care Act tax credits this year, but the impact goes far beyond those who got the credits.
Former Sheetz president and CEO Steve Sheetz has died at age 77, the Altoona-based company announced on Monday.
The post-Christmas return rush was underway at shops and malls across the Philadelphia area.
With product return fraud on the rise, an emerging company is using AI to help spot issues.
Here are mall opening and closing hours for the Christmas and Christmas Eve holidays around the Philly region.
Through Amazon Now, customers can get household items, cosmetics, electronics, groceries and more delivered in about 30 minutes or less.
The city says residents shouldn't park on a major stretch of South Broad Street in Philadelphia Tuesday for a snow removal operation.
Traffic is starting to move again on Roosevelt Boulevard after a fatal crash shut down the road in both directions Friday morning.
Snow-covered sidewalks, freezing temperatures and more have made commutes challenging for many public transit riders across Philadelphia.
Philadelphia is closing several roads in Center City Tuesday night to remove snow after a winter storm dumped nearly 10 inches over the weekend.
Transportation service will ramp up gradually Monday across the Philadelphia area following the weekend snowstorm.
Tyrese Maxey scored 29 points to lead the Philadelphia 76ers to a 128-113 victory over the Los Angeles Clippers.
A Philadelphia Eagles fan says a ticket transfer mix-up left him without $1,700 worth of seats until StubHub reversed course and issued a refund.
The previous regular-season attendance record of 20,711 was set in the WNBA by the Indiana Fever and Washington Mystics on Sept. 19, 2024.
Joel Embiid won't be joining Tyrese Maxey in the 2026 NBA All-Star Game.
A Villanova University football player has been charged with raping another student, according to the Delaware County DA.
Chuck Negron, a founding member of Three Dog Night whose lead vocals powered a string of hits for one of the top rock acts of the late 1960s and early '70s has died. He was 83.
Bad Bunny used his Grammy acceptance speech on Sunday to denounce U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and call for the end of the ongoing immigration crackdown.
The 2026 Grammy Awards recognized the best of the best in music from last year, with big wins for Kendrick Lamar and Bad Bunny. Here's the full list of winners and nominees.
Complete closure of the performing arts center in Washington, D.C., will start on July 4, Mr. Trump said. It's not yet clear how extensive the changes to the building might be.
Music's biggest night returned Sunday with the 68th annual Grammy Awards. Here is how to watch and stream and what to know.
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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.
Olin Chamberlain Jr., a basketball player at Temple University in Philadelphia, has some big shoes to fill -- he's the grandnephew of basketball legend Wilt Chamberlain.
Bill Kelly has the latest NEXT Weather forecast for the Philadelphia region on a breezy Tuesday night.
The city says snow removal has been going on since last week's storm, but it really ramped up Tuesday.
The New Jersey Department of Health said the state has less than a one-week supply of red blood cells and less than a day's supply of platelets.
A Philadelphia foster mom has been charged with murder after Sy'vir Hill, a toddler in her care, drowned in a bathtub last year and died. An attorney for the woman told CBS News Philadelphia in part, she “is devastated by the tragic, accidental death of Sy’vir Hill. Nonetheless, she has not committed a crime.”