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The reality of the papal visit is hitting home for Center City drivers, as streets from City Hall to the Art Museum were barricaded so crews could set up tents and security fencing.
"The pope is stalking me" she said as the crowd cheered. "Either he's a copycat, or he's in love with me."
Economist Chris Butler spoke out against Pope Francis' address on economics, challenging his assertions on the faults of market capitalism.
Rep. John Mica said Friday that Boehner "just does not want to become the issue. Some people have tried to make him the issue both in Congress and outside."
Chris gets ready for the Pope's visit to Philadelphia. He talked with Chris Butler on Finance Friday about the Pope's economic message at 7:00, Phillies Announcer Scott Franzke on the team's official hiring as Pete Mackanin as Manager at 7:20, and CSN Philly's Ray Didinger to preview the Eagles/Jets matchup at 8:00.
They had even pulled off a similar public-relations coup a year ago in Rome using a 10-year-old girl with the pope.
Will we need papal ponchos this weekend?
Pop-up yoga studios can be found all over Philadelphia. Breathe in the fresh air and exhale while practicing sun salutations at any of these outdoor yoga events happening in Philadelphia.
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First of all, SEPTA is running on a Saturday schedule, with some enhancements to the Cynwyd Line and the Wilmington-Newark line.
Mary Schwerdtfeger will meet Pope Francis with her 46-year-old son, Denis, who has Down's Syndrome and Alzheimer's disease.
A non-profit located in the Tioga section of North Philadelphia is throwing a huge Pope watching party this weekend for those unable to venture to the parkway for the festivities.
One of the gifts that Pope Francis will be receiving while in Philadelphia is a jacket made by a retired seamstress from Southwest Philadelphia.
If you walk past Love Park or many other areas in center city, one of the things that is noticeably missing is the presence of the homeless people who frequent those places.
The 52-year-old victim was found lying on the road around 12:25 a.m. Friday morning. He was rushed to Temple University hospital and placed in critical condition.
Police say the incident remains under investigation and urge anyone with more information to come forward.
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Philadelphia Archbishop Nelson Perez spoke next to a memorial in honor of the late pontiff Saturday.
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Twenty-five years after 9/11, people gathered at the Garden of Reflection to remember the nearly 3,000 people who were killed and reflect on the lasting impact of the tragedy.
A driver and a passenger were taken to a hospital after a crash that damaged multiple parked cars in North Philadelphia.
The Braves extended their lead in the NL East division to five games with a walkoff win in the opening game of a key series against the Philadelphia Phillies.
The daytime hours Saturday in the Philadelphia region will be comfortable, but the NEXT Weather team is tracking evening rain.
Maureen Potkay, a retired flight attendant, looks back on 9/11 and the days — and gratitude — that followed.
A driver and a passenger were taken to a hospital after a crash that damaged multiple parked cars in North Philadelphia.
The daytime hours Saturday in the Philadelphia region will be comfortable, but the NEXT Weather team is tracking evening rain.
Twenty-five years after 9/11, people gathered at the Garden of Reflection to remember the nearly 3,000 people who were killed and reflect on the lasting impact of the tragedy.
Maureen Potkay, a retired flight attendant, looks back on 9/11 and the days — and gratitude — that followed.
Pottstown Councilman Andrew Monastra is announcing a motion Monday to overhaul the Hometown Heroes Banner Program.
The daytime hours Saturday in the Philadelphia region will be comfortable, but the NEXT Weather team is tracking evening rain.
CBS News Philadelphia remembers the local families whose lives were forever changed by 9/11.
Twenty-five years after the 9/11 attacks, the firefighters who responded to Ground Zero still carry the memories of what they saw and experienced there.
John Rodak was working on the 104th floor of the World Trade Center's South Tower on 9/11.
Early morning clouds and lingering showers will give way to afternoon sunshine and drier air in the Philadelphia region Friday.
The daytime hours Saturday in the Philadelphia region will be comfortable, but the NEXT Weather team is tracking evening rain.
Early morning clouds and lingering showers will give way to afternoon sunshine and drier air in the Philadelphia region Friday.
You may need your umbrella later on Thursday evening in the Philadelphia region.
Wednesday will be another warm and dry day in the Philadelphia region, as there are no weather issues to deal with if you are going outside.
Hannah Kleitz's grave was robbed in 2002 and her remains were found in 2011, but she wasn't reunited with her grave until 2026.
Four vaccinated people in Pennsylvania have contracted measles, health officials say.
Ron Fazio helped people escape the World Trade Center on 9/11, and 25 years later, his son Rob is honoring his father's legacy through Hold the Door for Others, a nonprofit helping people grow through grief and tragedy.
After helping rescue a trapped NYPD officer from the World Trade Center rubble on 9/11, Cooper trauma surgeon Dr. John Chovanes went on to serve in Iraq and now trains military medical teams for combat at Cooper University Hospital in Camden.
The Kindle Hill Foundation, a special equine therapy program, has a variety of programs, including one focused on first responders.
New York City officials released thousands of previously unseen documents questioning the air quality at Ground Zero following the 9/11 attacks.
New Jersey floral designer Alisha Simone Bell said she puts her "whole heart" into every arrangement and every detail.
On Tuesday, Pennsylvania took a major step in the fight against the negative impacts of social media, particularly on children.
Thieves are smashing windows and targeting trading card stores looking for valuable Pokémon cards, police in South Jersey say.
Customers lined up to support Somerdale Cold Cuts as it reopened after a copper theft.
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
SEPTA is receiving a federal grant worth more than $13 million to replace its aging Silverliner IV Regional Rail fleet.
For the first time in a decade, the Philadelphia Cycling Classic returns this weekend.
Beginning Sunday, several bus routes in Philadelphia are changing, including the addition of two new routes.
A deadly crash in Warminster is under investigation Sunday, police said.
PennDOT is advising drivers about an overnight closure on the Schuylkill Expressway westbound in West Philadelphia between 30th Street and the interchange with I-676 East.
The Braves extended their lead in the NL East division to five games with a walkoff win in the opening game of a key series against the Philadelphia Phillies.
South Philly is gearing up for a busy football weekend with Temple and Penn State playing Saturday before the Eagles open their season Sunday against the Commanders.
Jonathan Greenard, the Eagles' prized offseason acquisition, was ruled out for Sunday's season opener against the Commanders.
New England Patriots wide receiver A.J. Brown has landed on the injured reserve list, according to reports.
The Phillies dropped to four games behind the NL East-leading Braves heading into a three-game series in Atlanta.
The Landmark Ritz Five movie theater in Philadelphia's Old City neighborhood has reopened after a brief closure.
"Sunday Morning" looks back at the astonishing career of the queen of country music, whose talent, warmth, wit, and philanthropy made her a genuine, once-in-a-generation luminary.
Three AMC Theatres in the Philadelphia region are holding special screenings to celebrate the life and legacy of Dolly Parton.
Stella Parton said her sister Dolly told her "that if there was no hope for her, she would still allow her medical team to try experimental drugs in the hope of helping others in the future."
Tim Curry was known for his iconic performances in cult classics like "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" and the original screen adaptation of Stephen King's "It."
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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.
A trailer loaded up with a TV and sound system, and a grill for gameday eats was the first one in the lots at Lincoln Financial Field on Saturday. Chilekasi Adele chats with Tim and John from Bucktown, Pennsylvania as they set up their tailgate for the Temple-Penn State game — the first matchup between the teams in 10 years.
Runners got to see aircraft take off up close as they took part in the annual PHL 5K Run and Walk. Chilekasi Adele reports.
Philadelphia police say a speeding driver smashed into four parked cars near 2nd and Cumberland streets early Saturday morning.
Saturday is a pleasant day, but rain arriving overnight could present flood risks. NEXT Weather Meteorologist Tammie Souza has the latest forecast.
The Friday Football Frenzy is back for the first time this season. Here's some high school sports action from around the Philadelphia region.