Fugitive wanted for arson arrested in NYC with truck full of laughing gas, sources say
A Long Island man accused of burning down four homes in the Pocono Mountains was arrested in New York City with a truck full of nitrous oxide.
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A Long Island man accused of burning down four homes in the Pocono Mountains was arrested in New York City with a truck full of nitrous oxide.
A Michigan man was sentenced to 20 to 40 years in prison after he set a Bensalem home on fire with several people inside in 2025, officials said.
A deadly fire at a rowhome in Southwest Philadelphia early Wednesday morning was intentionally set, fire officials said.
A man who scaled a security fence in the middle of the night and set fire to the Pennsylvania governor's mansion has pleaded guilty to attempted murder and other charges.
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro spoke publicly after Cody Balmer pleaded guilty to setting a fire at the governor's mansion in Harrisburg. The videos of the attack have been haunting him, he said.
Three men were charged in connection with an arson and conspiracy investigation in Bucks County that led to a home going up in flames.
The arson happened in the Croydon section of Bucks County in August and led to a house of five people being evacuated.
Authorities say someone intentionally set fire to a vehicle outside a home on Cedar Avenue in Croydon and the blaze then spread to the home. Brandon Goldner reports.
A Delaware County man is charged with arson in connection with an apartment fire in West Chester this week. The fire broke out in an apartment above Jake's Bar on South Matlack Street. West Chester Borough police say 22-year-old Michael Thompson was charged with arson, attempted criminal homicide and other related offenses.
Philadelphia police say they are looking for a woman they believe started a house fire on South Ruby Street in West Philadelphia Tuesday evening.
The man accused of trying to burn down the official Pennsylvania governor's mansion is due in court this week, but his public defender is asking to postpone the hearing because the suspect, Cody Balmer, is receiving mental health treatment.
Police are working to identify the person responsible for purposely starting a fire that killed a person inside their West Philadelphia home in November 2024. The arson was recorded on surveillance video around 4 a.m. on the 1400 block of North 61st Street. The suspect can be seen setting fire to a front porch, which later led to the death of a 67-year-old who was bedridden.
A barrier described as an "anti-climb fence" to bolster security is in the works for the Pennsylvania governor's official residence.
A consultant paid to review security at the official residence of the Pennsylvania governor after it was firebombed by a late-night intruder last month says his team's findings won't be made public.
A 19-year-old man from Waretown, New Jersey is facing aggravated arson charges as the Jones Road Wildfire continues to scorch over 15,000 acres with 50% containment. CBS News Philadelphia's Brandon Goldner has the latest updates.
A 911 call from an arson suspect. Investigators release the phone call made by Cody Balmer. The man who admits to setting Gov. Josh Shapiro's Harrisburg home on fire. This phone call is critical because authorities say it indicates that Balmer was in part targeting the Shapiros because of their faith. Kerri Corrado reports.
Dauphin County officials released the 911 call placed by Cody Balmer, the man accused of setting fire to Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro's residence over the weekend.
Cody Balmer, accused of burning the Pennsylvania Governor's Residence, had "political motivation" connected to the conflict in Gaza, documents say.
Gov. Josh Shapiro spoke to reporters Thursday after serving a catered lunch to Harrisburg firefighters in thanks for their role in responding to the blaze.
There’s new information about the suspect in the arson attack on the governor's mansion in Harrisburg over the weekend. The fire happened Sunday morning after Gov. Josh Shapiro and his family celebrated the first night of Passover. Authorities said Cody Balmer called 911 and told them that Shapiro needs to know that he "will not take part in his plans for what he wants to do to the Palestinian people."
The news about possible evidence of a hate crime is hitting home especially to Pennsylvanians in the Jewish community, who say the timing of the arson feels personal.
The news about possible evidence of a hate crime is hitting home especially to Pennsylvanians in the Jewish community, who say the timing of the arson feels personal. Eva Andersen reports.
Pennsylvania Lt. Gov. Austin Davis condemned the arson attack on Gov. Josh Shapiro's official residence on Sunday morning.
Cody Balmer was charged with attempted murder, terrorism and other counts after officials said he intentionally set a fire at the Pennsylvania Governor's Residence.
Cody Balmer, the man accused of breaking into the Pennsylvania governor's mansion and starting a fire, was denied bail Monday. Balmer told police he was "harboring hatred" toward Gov. Josh Shapiro, according to court documents.
Two Washington Township Police officers made sure a homeowner got their lunch order after their DoorDash driver was arrested.
Printmaking by the People is the largest community art project through Mural Arts Philadelphia in 2026.
Officers responding to reports of gunshots found a man barricaded inside a home in Wilmington, Delaware, Tuesday night.
Christine Hines explains how companies use contract language to shield themselves from lawsuits, limit damages or collect personal data.
In today's competitive job market, entry-level positions can draw hundreds of applications, and in many cases AI screens resumes before a human hiring manager ever sees them.
Two Washington Township Police officers made sure a homeowner got their lunch order after their DoorDash driver was arrested.
Nate Bowling, an American teacher and a veteran, is stuck in Abu Dhabi. Flights have been canceled because of the U.S.-Iran conflict.
Printmaking by the People is the largest community art project through Mural Arts Philadelphia in 2026.
Officers responding to reports of gunshots found a man barricaded inside a home in Wilmington, Delaware, Tuesday night.
Phillies OF Johan Rojas is reportedly appealing an 80-game suspension for a failed performance-enhancing drug test.
Printmaking by the People is the largest community art project through Mural Arts Philadelphia in 2026.
Christine Hines explains how companies use contract language to shield themselves from lawsuits, limit damages or collect personal data.
In today's competitive job market, entry-level positions can draw hundreds of applications, and in many cases AI screens resumes before a human hiring manager ever sees them.
A man turned himself in to Philadelphia police Tuesday in connection with a deadly shooting near Chickie's & Pete's in South Philly in 2025.
A 56-year-old woman died in a house fire in Bensalem Township early Tuesday morning, officials said.
Two Washington Township Police officers made sure a homeowner got their lunch order after their DoorDash driver was arrested.
The leader of a Trenton, New Jersey, gang and several of its members are facing charges for several crimes.
At the Alice Paul Center for Gender Justice in Mount Laurel, advocates kick off Women's History Month with an ERA tour through 25 states.
Mayor Gina LaPlaca of Lumberton, New Jersey, admitted to being intoxicated behind the wheel in March 2025, authorities said.
Gas prices in the Delaware Valley mostly remain under the national average, but Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware all saw an increase at the pump overnight.
Officers responding to reports of gunshots found a man barricaded inside a home in Wilmington, Delaware, Tuesday night.
Gas prices in the Delaware Valley mostly remain under the national average, but Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware all saw an increase at the pump overnight.
Operation Epic Fury sparked swift reaction from lawmakers in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware.
After a nor'easter dumped snow on the Philadelphia area, some schools have announced closings and virtual learning days for Tuesday, Feb. 4.
A major winter storm blanketed southeastern Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware with snow Sunday night and Monday.
Tests of dozens of baby formulas by Consumer Reports found that nearly half contained potentially dangerous chemicals.
One Montgomery County woman spoke with CBS News Philadelphia to detail how she found treatment that saved her life.
A Philadelphia-area woman is among a growing number of younger women with cardiovascular disease. This device saved her life.
Camden County health officials said a New Jersey resident was placed in isolation after testing positive for active tuberculosis earlier this month.
One year after receiving CRISPR gene editing therapy at CHOP, a Delaware County baby is thriving, and doctors want to expand treatment to others.
The Franklin Mall in Northeast Philadelphia is set to reopen Friday after being because of a fire, a spokesperson said.
The Franklin Mall in Northeast Philadelphia is closed until further notice following a fire, a mall security official said.
Move over, Wawa, "there's a new player in town." Customers shed light on Pennsylvania's heated rivalry as Sheetz opened its first store in Montgomery County.
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.
The same technology the PPA started using last year to ticket illegally parked drivers from cameras on SEPTA buses will soon be used on trolleys.
A stretch of Route 202, also known as DeKalb Pike, will be closed until late fall as work to prevent sinkholes gets underway.
A major winter storm blanketed southeastern Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware with snow Sunday night and Monday.
Martin Luther King Jr. Drive in Philadelphia has reopened following emergency repairs, according to the city.
A stretch of Spruce Street in Philadelphia's University City section is closed until further notice because of a water main break.
The sixth edition of the World Baseball Classic will begin later this week, and the Philadelphia Phillies will be well represented in the tournament.
Dylan Harper scored 22 points and Victor Wembanyama needed only 10 to help the San Antonio Spurs bounce back from the first loss in 12 games and rout the Philadelphia 76ers 131-91 on Tuesday night.
Sixers rookie guard VJ Edgecombe was ruled out of Tuesday night's game vs. the San Antonio Spurs after he suffered a back injury.
Phillies OF Johan Rojas is reportedly appealing an 80-game suspension for a failed performance-enhancing drug test.
With just 100 days to go, the city is buzzing with excitement as it prepares to host matches for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Streaming giant Netflix declined to match Paramount Skydance's $31 per share offer for Warner Bros. Discovery.
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame has announced its 2026 list of nominees, including Phil Collins, Mariah Carey, Wu-Tang Clan and more.
Barry Manilow announced Friday he needs to reschedule several more concerts as he continues to recover following surgery after he was diagnosed with lung cancer.
"Jersey Shore" star Nicole "Snooki" Polizzi said in a TikTok video that her results at a post-op appointment for a cone biopsy showed stage 1 cervical cancer.
In April 2025, Eric Dane announced he had been diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or ALS.
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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.
After a challenge from Rep. Jasmine Crockett, James Talarico was projected as the winner of the Democratic Senate primary in Texas Tuesday night. He'll face the winner of a Republican runoff election that includes incumbent Sen. John Cornyn and Attorney General Ken Paxton, neither of whom got the 50% they needed Tuesday night. Josh Sanders has the latest from the Pulse Desk.
The Senate will vote Wednesday on whether to restrict President Trump's war powers after strikes on Iran over the weekend. Meanwhile, identities of four of the six U.S. servicemembers killed in one of Iran's retaliatory strikes have been identified. Josh Sanders has the latest from the Pulse Desk.
As America celebrates its 250th year, artists and the Philadelphia community are creating a mural that celebrates the art of printmaking and the Declaration of Independence.
Expect a rainy Wednesday with some more showers Thursday around the Philadelphia area, heading into a warm weekend where we could see the first 70s of 2026. NEXT Weather Meteorologist Kate Bilo has the latest forecast.
Most of us scroll past the fine print when signing up for apps, starting free trials or buying concert tickets, but those tiny terms can limit your rights if something goes wrong.