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Founded in 1805, Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts (PAFA) has lived many lives — surviving fires, moving buildings and adapting to a changing art world. 2026 marks 220 years for the institution, and the people behind the easel say their work is far from done.
Leaders in New Jersey are getting ready to welcome visitors for a series of events for America's 250th anniversary.
The Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts has lived many lives, and the people behind the easel say their work is far from done.
The American Philosophical Society in Philadelphia has a new exhibit showcasing rare printings of the Declaration of Independence.
The College of Physicians of Philadelphia and the Mütter Museum are celebrating the United States' 250th birthday with a series of exhibits showcasing the birthplace of American medicine. Stephanie Stahl reports.
As the country celebrates its semiquincentennial, a new exhibit at the American Philosophical Society is showing off rare printings of the Declaration of Independence. CBS News Philadelphia's Nikki DeMentri reports.
An exhibit called Revolutionary Botany at the Mütter Museum explores the origins of the American pharmacy and Philly's role.
Philadelphia bars that want to stay open until 4 a.m. in June and July 2026 can now apply for a permit.
A national memorial dedicated to Gen. George Washington attracts thousands of visitors every year. Leaders say it's a place that tells the story of America over the last 250 years. Nikki DeMentri reports.
Well known for telling the story of the United States these last 250 years, the Washington Memorial Chapel in Valley Forge is also an active Episcopal parish.
Along the Schuylkill in Philadelphia, Boathouse Row holds the history of American rowing but continues to evolve.
Boathouse Row is a National Historic Landmark and still hosts major rowing regattas. Many of the boathouses date back to the 1800s, and they're still in use today, Madeleine Wright reports.
The countdown continues in the Delaware Valley for 2026's major milestones, including the PGA Championship, FIFA World Cup and MLB All-Star Game week. CBS News Philadelphia's Nikki DeMentri was at a pep rally Tuesday getting everyone ready for the fun.
A new app called "Access Philly" is designed to help residents, community groups and businesses be prepared for Philadelphia's 250 celebrations.
Gov. Josh Shapiro signed a bill into law allowing Philadelphia bars to stay open until 4 a.m. for about a month this summer.
The National Financial Educators Council estimates Americans lost close to $1,000 in 2025 because of gaps in financial knowledge.
Puck drop for Game 5 between the Penguins and Flyers is set for 7 p.m. at PPG Paints Arena in Pittsburgh.
Before you head to the polls – or make a plan to vote by mail – here's what Pennsylvania voters need to know about the 2026 primary election.
King Charles III and Queen Camilla are aiming to strengthen the "special relationship" the U.S. and United Kingdom have had since World War II.
U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro said Saturday night that Cole Allen will face at least two charges and predicted there will be more.
Before you head to the polls – or make a plan to vote by mail – here's what Pennsylvania voters need to know about the 2026 primary election.
The American Lung Association hopes to welcome more than 1,000 at the 12th annual LUNG FORCE Walk at the Philadelphia Zoo.
An infant was found dead inside a Northern Liberties apartment Saturday, Philadelphia police said.
Fifty years after attending kindergarten at St. Charles Borromeo School in South Philadelphia, classmates gathered for a reunion.
A man was shot in the back near the intersection of 40th and Chestnut streets in University City on Saturday night, Philadelphia Police said.
New Jersey is one of the nation's top growers of peaches, but the fruit may be harder to find this season and possibly more expensive at the grocery store.
Three cats were exposed to a rabid bat found in the attic of a home in Haddonfield, N.J., on April 18, health officials said.
Photos of the grand opening of LesbiVeggies in Camden.
The team identified Robert Dean Irelan as the man whose body was found in a shallow grave in Salem County, New Jersey, in 1979.
A team from New Jersey says they're out tens of thousands of dollars after the travel company GoPlay Sports abruptly shut down.
Nehemeiah Jones was arrested for orchestrating a retail theft group that targeted stores across Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware.
DeSean Jackson and Delaware State University failed to discipline a football player who assaulted two teammates, a lawsuit claims.
The Delaware Department of Agriculture is warning residents about the unexpected deliveries of seeds that they did not order.
As people mark Earth Day, one Delaware business owner is finding value in what others throw away.
A grand jury indicted Luqmaan Khan, the Wilmington man accused of plotting an attack on the University of Delaware, on a gun charge.
A new project in North Philadelphia is transforming an old skating rink into a new comprehensive health center set to open in 2027.
The Philadelphia Walk to End Bladder Cancer is raising awareness for a disease doctors say is often overlooked.
Wills Eye Hospital in Philadelphia and other sites around the region will host free eye screenings for Diabetes Day.
The Philadelphia region received an F for bad air quality in an annual report from the American Lung Association.
Transplant patients participated in a Donor Dash at Penn Medicine to celebrate donors and their families.
Bimbo Bakeries USA employs over 20,000 people and has been headquartered in Horsham, Pennsylvania, for the past 17 years.
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Gas prices are climbing, putting a strain on the transportation industry and its workers in the Philadelphia area.
FIFA officials have canceled hundreds of hotel rooms in Philadelphia previously booked for this summer.
The Franklin Mall in Northeast Philadelphia is set to reopen Friday after being because of a fire, a spokesperson said.
A vehicle fire briefly shut down the southbound lanes of Interstate 95 in Northeast Philadelphia Thursday.
Two I-95 ramps close to the South Philadelphia Sports Complex are under construction and could cause some traffic headaches for Flyers and Sixers fans.
The warning period for the Philadelphia Parking Authority's school-zone speed camera enforcement ends on Monday, April 20.
Police said a driver ran a red light and then hit another vehicle, killing that driver and a dog at 48th and Walnut streets in Philadelphia.
A tractor-trailer crashed into an overpass on Route 295 in Marlton, New Jersey, causing traffic to back up.
Puck drop for Game 5 between the Penguins and Flyers is set for 7 p.m. at PPG Paints Arena in Pittsburgh.
Payton Pritchard scored 32 points, and Jayson Tatum added 30 as the Celtics crushed the Sixers in Joel Embiid's return in Game 4 to take a commanding 3-1 series lead.
Chris Sale shut down the Phillies for the second time in nine days and won his 150th career game as the Atlanta Braves built an early lead and beat Philadelphia 6-2.
Phillies ace Zack Wheeler gave up two runs in five innings in his season debut against the Atlanta Braves on Saturday night.
The Pittsburgh Penguins force Game 5 after defeating the Philadelphia Flyers Saturday Night.
The Philadelphia Museum of Art is embracing a statue it once kept at arm's length.
The "Dog Days Are Over" for the Flyers, but their return to the playoffs comes at the cost of the Florence + the Machine concert.
Monster Jam is getting ready to take over Philadelphia's Lincoln Financial Field this weekend.
The city of Chester is honoring Grammy Award-winning R&B artist Avery*Sunshine during an emotional homecoming ceremony.
Artists like Lady A, Nelly, The Avett Brothers and Third Eye Blind will headline a free concert series throughout Pennsylvania.
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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 American Lung Association in Pennsylvania is gearing up to honor those living with and those impacted by lung cancer and diseases at their annual LUNG FORCE Walk. Survivor Tamika Reddy and Kate Veiga with the American Lung Association joined CBS News Philadelphia's Janelle Burrell to talk about the importance of this year's event at the Philadelphia Zoo.
The National Financial Educators Council estimates Americans lost hundreds of dollars in 2025 because of gaps in financial knowledge. Experts say those losses can mean the difference between building savings and falling deeper into debt.
Monday is the pick of the week in the Delaware Valley with bright, sunny skies and high temperatures in the 70s around the region. More clouds move in on Tuesday, but the NEXT big weather change is tracking several rounds of rain on Wednesday and Thursday.
Cole Allen, the 31-year-old suspect in Saturday's White House Correspondents' Dinner shooting, is due in federal court Monday. Prosecutors say he's expected to be arraigned on at least two charges, including using a firearm during a violent crime and assault on a federal law enforcement officer.
King Charles and Queen Camilla of the United Kingdom will arrive in the U.S. Monday for a four-day visit marking America's 250th anniversary. The king is set to make a rare address to a joint meeting of Congress, making him the second British monarch in history to do so.