Fire in NJ's Bass River State Forest prompts road closures, evacuations
A fire in New Jersey's Bass River State Forest continues to grow Thursday, spreading to 5,000 acres. The New Jersey Forest Fire Service is asking people to avoid the area.
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Garden State Parkway closed for miles after N.J. forest fire
A long stretch of New Jersey's Garden State Parkway is closed in both directions Friday morning due to low visibility.
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A soon-to-be-101-year-old Philadelphia woman is sharing the secrets to living a long life.
Smoke from Bass River State Forest fire causing air quality alerts for 2nd day
Smoke from the Allen Road wildfire in Bass River State Forest is leading to air quality alerts for a 2nd straight day.
Roots Picnic 2023: Everything you need to know
As the wave of Memorial Day weekend wears off, CBS News Philadelphia has everything you need to know as the Roots Picnic return for the first weekend of June.
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Tea, pizza & moonshine: "Gram" shares secrets to long life before 101st birthday
A soon-to-be-101-year-old Philadelphia woman is sharing the secrets to living a long life.
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TUPA alleges 3 women officers were "unjustly terminated"
Temple University's Police Association president says firings like this are rare and is calling for the university's vice president of public safety to resign.
Sources: Analysis of Upper Darby Parking Department shows "incompetence" within government
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Phillies swept by Mets, drop to season-worst six games under .500
The Philadelphia Phillies lost against the New York Mets 4-2 Thursday night.
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Fire in NJ's Bass River State Forest prompts road closures, evacuations
A fire in New Jersey's Bass River State Forest continues to grow Thursday, spreading to 5,000 acres. The New Jersey Forest Fire Service is asking people to avoid the area.
Garden State Parkway closed for miles after N.J. forest fire
A long stretch of New Jersey's Garden State Parkway is closed in both directions Friday morning due to low visibility.
Smoke from Bass River State Forest fire causing air quality alerts for 2nd day
Smoke from the Allen Road wildfire in Bass River State Forest is leading to air quality alerts for a 2nd straight day.
NEXT Weather: Warming up to the 90s, scattered P.M. showers
Thursday is warming to the mid 80s and Canadian wildfire smoke is clearing from parts of our region.
Ocean City, N.J. takes first steps in enacting new ordinances due to unruly teens
The council unanimously passed the proposed ordinances on a first reading, but in order to take effect, the ordinances must pass a second round of votes in two weeks.
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NEXT Weather: Warming up to the 90s, scattered P.M. showers
Thursday is warming to the mid 80s and Canadian wildfire smoke is clearing from parts of our region.
Air quality alerts issued in Del., N.J. due to wildfire smoke
Code orange quality alert: Smoke from Nova Scotia wildfires lingers over the region, and Delaware has an air quality alert after a N.J. wildfire.
"They were everywhere": Senior prank at Delaware boarding school goes viral
The video posted to St. Andrew's Instagram account has now gone viral with nearly 2 million likes and more than 9,000 comments.
National Donut Day 2023: Where to get free treats in Philadelphia area
With Friday being National Donut Day, doughnut shops are celebrating by giving away free pastries or special promotions.
Teens in Wilmington linked to hundreds of car thefts across Philadelphia region: sources
Sources tell CBS News Philadelphia Investigations the group has been linked to hundreds of theft cases in South Jersey, Delaware and across the Philadelphia suburbs.
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CHOP gets $100,000 donation to Center for Celiac Disease
The research at CHOP's Center for Celiac Disease is aimed at finding a treatment for the disease.
Last Mental Reset canceled Wednesday, May 31 due to air quality alert
Today's Mental Reset series at Love Park has been canceled due to an air quality alert in the Philadelphia region.
Delaware man is first Penn Medicine patient to receive robotic kidney transplant
The Delaware musician didn't want to wait on a transplant list instead he turned to Facebook and a day later a stranger came forward to offer her kidney.
Former first lady Rosalynn Carter has dementia, family announces
Former first lady Rosalynn Carter's dementia diagnosis was announced as former President Jimmy Carter continues to receive hospice care.
On this "Don't Fry Day," woman shares message after battle with melanoma
One woman is sharing a message for others after her battle with melanoma on this "Don't Fry Day."
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Debt Ceiling: The impact on seniors, people who rely on social security
Many in our area have strong feelings when talking about the gridlock in Washington over the debt ceiling fight.
Tastykake recall: some products may contain peanut allergens
Some Tastykakes containing peanut butter were improperly labeled, sparking a recall due to allergy concerns.
How raising nation's debt limit could reduce spending of some coronavirus relief funds
Proposals to raise the nation's debt limit include spending cuts to coronavirus relief funds that haven't been used.
Hey seniors! Krispy Kreme is giving free donuts to the Class of 2023
Hey, high school grads! Krispy Kreme shops in our area are giving away a free dozen donuts on Wednesday.
Nearly 20 million households are behind on their utility bills
The high prices of essential goods, particularly food and housing, has made it tough for many folks to afford the soaring cost of their energy bills.
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Garden State Parkway closed for miles after N.J. forest fire
A long stretch of New Jersey's Garden State Parkway is closed in both directions Friday morning due to low visibility.
Philadelphia Pride Festival 2023: Road closures, parking restrictions & more
Philadelphia city officials announce road closures, parking restrictions, and what to expect for this year's Pride festival.
Memorial Day Weekend 2023: What to do in Philadelphia
If you're not going down the shore, there are still plenty of fun things to do in the Philadelphia area during Memorial Day Weekend.
Memorial Day Weekend 2023: Your guide to travel around Pa., N.J., Del.
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Free Crabfries, tolls for Memorial Day Weekend 2023 travelers in NJ
Chickie's and Pete's is offering free Crabfries and free tolls eastbound on the Atlantic City Expressway on May 26.
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Phillies swept by Mets, drop to season-worst six games under .500
The Philadelphia Phillies lost against the New York Mets 4-2 Thursday night.
Nick Nurse ready for challenge of getting Sixers over the hump as new head coach
Nick Nurse spent the past five seasons as the head coach of the Toronto Raptors, where he won the NBA Finals and went the playoffs three times.
A look at 5 well-known race horse deaths
Barbaro's eventual death after getting hurt in the 2006 Preakness also proved a learning experience as well as capturing the public's attention as it rooted on the colt in his battle to survive.
Hamstring injury sends Phillies' Alec Bohm to 10-day injured list
The Phillies on Thursday placed Bohm on the 10-day injured list with a strained left hamstring.
Sweet smell of success: Patti LaBelle gifts Jalen Hurts bouquet of roses
Patti LaBelle gave the Eagles' Jalen Hurts a bouquet of white and gold roses, with the gold roses displaying a number 1.
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Roots Picnic 2023: Everything you need to know
As the wave of Memorial Day weekend wears off, CBS News Philadelphia has everything you need to know as the Roots Picnic return for the first weekend of June.
Former Playboy model accuses Bill Cosby of drugging and sexually assaulting her in 1969
In her lawsuit, Victoria Valentino, 80, says she was an actress and singer 54 years ago, when she met Cosby, now 85.
Billy Joel is ending his decade-long residency at Madison Square Garden
Throughout his history-making residency thus far, Joel has sold 1.6 million tickets to fans from all 50 states and 120 countries.
Sweet smell of success: Patti LaBelle gifts Jalen Hurts bouquet of roses
Patti LaBelle gave the Eagles' Jalen Hurts a bouquet of white and gold roses, with the gold roses displaying a number 1.
Tupac Shakur to be honored with star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
Shakur's sister, Sekyiwa "Set" Shakur, will accept the honor on the artist's behalf on June 7 on Hollywood Boulevard.
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Local nonprofit delivers early Christmas gift to man battling congenital heart disease
Ukee Washington reports.
Camden woman made it her life's mission to help her community after losing husband to gun violence
Natasha Brown reports.
Brotherly Love: Saving Grace Ministry helps children and their families coping with trauma
Natasha Brown reports.
Fairhill nonprofit's youth artist program "empowers" teens
Natasha Brown reports.
Sinister Mopar to host car show with a cause at Clementon Lake Park in South Jersey
Ukee Washington reports.
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Camden pharmacy part of unique program for New Jersey students
Eight Camden high school students are getting experience as pharmacy technicians at the locally owned Bell Rexall Drugs.
West Philadelphia coffee shop helping young people earn diplomas
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Focusing on the Future: Philadelphia high school robotics team supporting teams citywide
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Youth group with "incredible passion" holding Philadelphia politicians accountable
PhillyBOLT consists of young Philadelphians who are keeping a close eye on the race to become Philadelphia's 100th mayor.
Class gets students inside a bank, teaches them accounting
Students in a finance and accounting class at George Washington High School are learning how to prepare tax returns.
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Focusing on the Future: Local charter school turns students into entrepreneurs
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Lauryn Hill, Usher, Dave Chappelle to headline Roots Picnic
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Philadelphia's "Gram" Mamie Plummer prepares for 101st birthday
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Tracking smoke from Allen Road fire in N.J. state forest
Smoke from the wildfire burning in New Jersey's Bass River State Forest is spreading south and west today.
Heavy smoke, low visibility on roads near N.J. forest fire
Ross DiMattei reports near the Allen Road wildfire in Bass River State Forest.