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The Rev. Mark Watkinson is buried at Pemberton Baptist Cemetery in New Jersey, but his legacy can still be found in your pocket.
The Rev. Mark Watkinson is buried at Rev. Mark Watkinson in New Jersey, but his legacy can still be found in your pocket.
Philadelphia is the proud home of award-winning bars and restaurants, but did you know that the city taverns back in the 18th century were a key part in the founding of our nation? One local spot is even keeping that spirit alive today. CBS News Philadelphia's Dan Snyder reports.
Philadelphia's revolutionary spirit is kept alive 250 years after the United States' founding at these colonial-era taverns.
Today, Philadelphia is the proud home of award-winning bars and restaurants, but city taverns in the 18th century were a key part in the founding of our nation.
While America celebrates 250 years, one of the nation's great bridges in Philadelphia is also celebrating a milestone this year.
Snail mail started in America well over 250 years ago. Philadelphia is the proud birthplace of it all, and Benjamin Franklin is to thank for it. CBS News Philadelphia's Nikki DeMentri reports.
Philadelphia is the proud birthplace of the United States Postal Service, and Benjamin Franklin is to thank for it all.
In 1737, Benjamin Franklin became the postmaster of Philadelphia under British rule. Nearly 40 years later, in 1775, he became the first postmaster general appointed by the Continental Congress, helping keep the Continental Army connected and informed. Nikki DeMentri explores Philly's connection to one of our nation's oldest institutions.
Martin Guitar, which has called the Lehigh Valley home since 1839, has built instruments for music's biggest stars for generations, from John Lennon to Olivia Rodrigo. Nikki Dementri visited to find out how the company is celebrating America's 250th.
In 1839, family-owned Martin Guitar moved to Nazareth, Pennsylvania, where today the sixth generation continues to keep the music alive.
From John Lennon to Olivia Rodrigo, artists spanning generations and genres have played Martin Guitars. The Lehigh Valley-based company and family-owned business is celebrating America's 250th anniversary with special edition acoustic guitars, called the HD-28 Semiquincentennial.
That phrase was placed on the 2-cent piece in 1864, and to this day appears on all U.S. coins and paper currency.
The Rev. Mark Watkinson is buried at Pemberton Baptist Cemetery in New Jersey, but his legacy can still be found in your pocket.
In 1839, family-owned Martin Guitar moved to Nazareth, Pennsylvania, where today the sixth generation continues to keep the music alive.
A copy of the Declaration of Independence sold for more than $3.6 million as part of a USA 250 Anniversary auction
We continued celebrating America's 250th anniversary in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, with a cold summertime treat and a sweet history lesson at a farm that's been in the same family for five generations.
Merrymead Farm in Montgomery County offers families and visitors a cold summertime treat and a sweet history lesson to boot.
Philadelphia will celebrate baseball and 250 years of American history this summer as the All-Star Game returns to the city.
Philadelphia's revolutionary spirit is kept alive 250 years after the United States' founding at these colonial-era taverns.
The LOVE sculpture has been a symbol of the City of Brotherly Love for 50 years.
At the July Fourth celebrations on Philadelphia's Benjamin Franklin Parkway, attendees are trying to stay cool with help from water stations and misting areas amid a historic heat wave in the area.
Mayor Cherelle Parker honored Philly natives including Colman Domingo and Gillie Da King during a July Fourth ceremony.
As we celebrate America's 250th anniversary, we're looking back at Philadelphia's role in United States history.
With a proud Mayor Parker looking on, Colman Domingo spoke at the National Constitution Center for the city's signature "Celebration of Freedom" event, Ray Strickland reports.
A time capsule with items from all 50 U.S. states and five territories is being buried in Philadelphia on America's 250th anniversary.
While telling the story of America's birth in Philadelphia, colonial reenactors braved the historic heat wave gripping the city.
Wildfire smoke from Canada and Minnesota is causing hazardous air quality in the Philadelphia region and has prompted warnings from health officials.
Unhealthy air quality in Philadelphia has led city leaders to issue a Code Purple and suspend trash and recycling services.
A one-month, concentrated initiative between the two helped collect millions in unpaid tolls.
The Wicked Gluten Free Expo in Oaks, Pennsylvania, has grown into one of the largest gluten-free festivals in the country.
Ronald L. Fischer, who was featured on "America's Most Wanted," fled Rhode Island during his criminal trial for first-degree sexual assault in 2005.
Unhealthy air quality in Philadelphia has led city leaders to issue a Code Purple and suspend trash and recycling services.
The Wicked Gluten Free Expo in Oaks, Pennsylvania, has grown into one of the largest gluten-free festivals in the country.
Wildfire smoke from Canada and Minnesota is causing hazardous air quality in the Philadelphia region and has prompted warnings from health officials.
Poor air quality from Canadian wildfire smoke is forcing some outdoor summer camps in Delco to rethink their daily routines by moving activities indoors and limiting time outside.
Air quality concerns in Philadelphia have led the Phillies to move up the start time of their series opener with the Mets by an hour.
At Stockton University, high school students learn the ins and outs of criminal investigations through scenarios inspired by the hit TV show CSI.
A New Jersey daycare owner is accused of administering melatonin to two children in her care without the consent of their parents.
Somerdale Cold Cuts is temporarily closed after alleged thieves stole copper wires and pipes that supply cold air for the walk-in refrigerator.
As another heat wave hits the region, residents at Broad Street Bank Apartments in Trenton are dealing with spotty AC units and down elevators.
The Rev. Mark Watkinson is buried at Pemberton Baptist Cemetery in New Jersey, but his legacy can still be found in your pocket.
Body-worn camera videos from the night Kadir Skinner was shot and killed by police in Wilmington, Delaware, were released by state and local officials Thursday.
Attorneys for the family of Kadir Skinner, the 19-year-old shot and killed by Wilmington police, have released new cellphone video.
Delaware State University sophomore Santino Harwood is ready to show off his skills in MLB All-Star Week's HBCU Swingman Classic.
A viral social media trend involving squishy toys is sending a growing number of children to hospital burn units.
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.
A lettuce supplier to fast-food giant Taco Bell has been linked to a nationwide cyclosporiasis outbreak that has sickened thousands of people, the CDC said.
Pennsylvania will be under a code red air quality alert on Thursday because smoke from wildfires in Canada and Minnesota will create unhealthy levels of pollution for everyone.
While the cyclosporiasis outbreak is concentrated in the Midwest, more cases are popping up in Pennsylvania and New Jersey.
A person with measles passed through Philadelphia International Airport on the Fourth of July.
New Jersey is one of more than a dozen states that are working to collect, remove and destroy all of their aqueous film-forming foam.
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.
Pennsylvania State Police are investigating two crashes, one of which was fatal, that happened hours apart on I-95 and I-76 in Philadelphia.
An overturned tractor trailer blocked traffic on the southbound lanes of Route 55 after a crash early Monday morning in Gloucester County, New Jersey.
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.
Francisco Alvarez homered twice, Brett Baty also went deep and the New York Mets defeated the Philadelphia Phillies 4-1 in the first major league game following the All-Star break.
More than 400,000 fans experienced the FIFA World Cup in person at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia, but for some, the prices made it impossible to attend.
LeBron James, the NBA's career scoring king and current free agent, remains undecided about where he'll play this season.
Air quality concerns in Philadelphia have led the Phillies to move up the start time of their series opener with the Mets by an hour.
The Philadelphia Phillies placed right-handed pitcher Brad Keller on the 15-day IL with a torn UCL in his right elbow.
The actor's agent said he was providing more information following news reports "which contain inaccuracies and outright falsehoods."
Will Ferrell stopped in the Philadelphia area Monday to promote his new Netflix comedy series.
New Zealand actor Sam Neill, known for "Jurassic Park" and "The Piano," died Monday at 78, his family says.
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.
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.
Crash investigators say a shuttle van that was knocked on its side on Columbus Boulevard in South Philadelphia was carrying staffers of the University of Pennsylvania Hospital around 6:30 a.m. Friday.
Meet Daniel Rodriguez, a transportation planner who has turned a Philadelphia-to-Atlanta commute into part of his daily life. Rodriguez logged more than 150 flights and spent more than 1,000 hours in airport terminals to keep the job he found after being laid off.
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro took part in a ceremonial signing of the commonwealth's budget near Pittsburgh on Thursday. The budget has an additional $678 million allocated for special education and includes more funding for career and technical education programs.
Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner spoke out against the House Judiciary chairman after he received a subpoena for documents the committee requested in May.
Philadelphia is now being recognized as a gluten-free destination. On this week’s Spreading the Love Wakisha Bailey spoke with the woman behind one of the largest gluten-free festivals in the country where everyone has a seat at the table.