Odds of "city-killer" asteroid hitting Earth in 2032 rise, then fall again, NASA says
The asteroid 2024 YR4 has a very small chance of striking Earth when its orbit briefly intersects our planet's in December 2032.
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The asteroid 2024 YR4 has a very small chance of striking Earth when its orbit briefly intersects our planet's in December 2032.
In a dramatic 13-minute plunge back to Earth, the OSIRIS-REx sample return capsule safely landed in Utah after seven years in space.
None of the asteroids pose any threat to Earth, according to NASA's Asteroid Watch dashboard.
NASA said that redirecting an asteroid could lead to "a cluster of threatening boulders heading in our direction."
The space rock's anticipated trajectory places it at about half the distance to the moon, so people with telescopes may be able to see it from Earth.
One astronomer said he believes there's about a "1 in 400 chance" the asteroid could impact Earth.
Ukee Washington reports.
While cookie sales officially kick off Jan. 15, Girl Scouts have been preparing for weeks.
Motorists running the red light at the intersection of Kelly Drive and Eakins Oval in Philadelphia will start getting fines this week.
Whether you have COVID or the common cold, doctors say it's important to know what you have so you get the right kind of treatment.
Philadelphia Eagles right tackle Lane Johnson hasn't played since Week 11 vs. the Detroit Lions due to a Lisfranc injury.
Former detectives Frank Jastrzembski and Manuel Santiago were sentenced to probation after being convicted of perjury in connection with a homicide case.
Fire crews responded to the collapse shortly before 2:30 p.m. Wednesday in the 100 block of Hansberry Street, dispatch said.
While cookie sales officially kick off Jan. 15, Girl Scouts have been preparing for weeks.
Motorists running the red light at the intersection of Kelly Drive and Eakins Oval in Philadelphia will start getting fines this week.
Whether you have COVID or the common cold, doctors say it's important to know what you have so you get the right kind of treatment.
Philadelphia Eagles right tackle Lane Johnson hasn't played since Week 11 vs. the Detroit Lions due to a Lisfranc injury.
While cookie sales officially kick off Jan. 15, Girl Scouts have been preparing for weeks.
Motorists running the red light at the intersection of Kelly Drive and Eakins Oval in Philadelphia will start getting fines this week.
Former detectives Frank Jastrzembski and Manuel Santiago were sentenced to probation after being convicted of perjury in connection with a homicide case.
CBS News Philadelphia's Heart of Pride special has been nominated for a GLAAD Media Award in the "Outstanding TV Journalism – Long-Form" category.
One person was killed after a crash involving a horse and buggy in the 4000 block of Strasburg Road in Salisbury Township.
Whether you have COVID or the common cold, doctors say it's important to know what you have so you get the right kind of treatment.
Blood donation centers across the Philadelphia region are urging healthy donors to step forward after several factors stifled donations.
Police in Washington Township are investigating after a suspect broke into a home and tried to enter two others.
Camden Mayor Victor Carstarphen said doubling down on the department's drone program helps make the city safer.
The Marine Mammal Stranding Center said a dead whale, tentatively identified as a Fin whale, was found on the bow of a ship at the Gloucester City marine terminal.
The Delaware Farm Bureau has announced the 10 winners of its annual amateur photography contest.
Hundreds of people gathered for a final farewell to Delaware State Trooper Matthew "Ty" Snook after he was shot and killed inside a Wilmington DMV.
Delaware State Police Cpl. Matthew "Ty" Snook will be laid to rest on Monday, nearly two weeks after he was shot and killed inside the Wilmington DMV.
Lawmakers who represent the Philadelphia area gave their opinions on the U.S.' military operation in Venezuela on Saturday.
Nearly 1,000 people gathered Monday night in Hockessin to honor Delaware State Trooper Matthew "Ty" Snook, who was killed in the line of duty.
Whether you have COVID or the common cold, doctors say it's important to know what you have so you get the right kind of treatment.
Doctors in Philadelphia say new federal guidance on childhood vaccinations is causing confusion — especially for parents.
Flu-like illness has reached its highest level in the U.S. in 25 years, according to updated numbers released by the CDC.
Daily aspirin use is only recommended for certain high risk patients and no longer considered a safe way to prevent heart disease.
Millions of Americans are starting the year 2026 with higher health care premiums.
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.
With product return fraud on the rise, an emerging company is using AI to help spot issues.
Here are mall opening and closing hours for the Christmas and Christmas Eve holidays around the Philly region.
Through Amazon Now, customers can get household items, cosmetics, electronics, groceries and more delivered in about 30 minutes or less.
Motorists running the red light at the intersection of Kelly Drive and Eakins Oval in Philadelphia will start getting fines this week.
One person was killed after a crash involving a horse and buggy in the 4000 block of Strasburg Road in Salisbury Township.
Flights to and from the Caribbean have resumed, but travelers are still feeling the effects of the weekend restrictions.
The snow and wintry weather is causing travel disruptions on one of the busiest travel days at PHL.
The annual Philadelphia Mummers Parade will take over Broad Street starting at 9 a.m. on New Year's Day.
Philadelphia Eagles right tackle Lane Johnson hasn't played since Week 11 vs. the Detroit Lions due to a Lisfranc injury.
Trevor Zegras scored twice for the Philadelphia Flyers in his first game against his former Anaheim team to lead them to a 5-2 win over the Ducks.
Danny Briere is focused on the future as the Flyers reach the season's midpoint in playoff contention.
Philadelphia Eagles linebacker Nakobe Dean missed the last two games of the regular season with a hamstring injury.
Bruce Brown scores 19 points, including the winning bucket in overtime, to lead the Denver Nuggets to a 125-124 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers on Monday night.
Isiah Whitlock Jr. is perhaps best known for his role as state Sen. R. Clayton "Clay" Davis on HBO's "The Wire."
Smith previously played young Nala in "The Lion King" on Broadway.
Feeding America's CEO said the organization is "incredibly grateful" for Taylor Swift's large donation.
The singer said an MRI showed a cancerous spot on one of his lungs after he recovered from a lengthy bout of bronchitis.
Albert Brooks said he's still in shock over the death of his friend Rob Reiner, whom he met at 14 years old.
Ukee Washington reports.
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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 suspect who attempted to steal a man's package and fired shots at officers got away, according to Philadelphia police.
Ocean City's Planning Board is holding a meeting on Wednesday night to discuss the boardwalk property that has been a source of division in the shore town.
Truckloads of cookies were unloaded Wednesday afternoon at the Shelly Ridge Service Center in Lafayette Hill, where thousands of boxes will be distributed to local Girl Scout troops ahead of sales beginning next week.
The Trump administration's new dietary guidelines encourage Americans to eat more saturated fat while cutting back on processed foods. CBS News Philadelphia health reporter Stephanie Stahl has more.
Whether you have COVID or the common cold, doctors say it's important to know what you have so you can get the right kind of treatment as flu-like illnesses continue to surge in the Philadelphia region. Stephanie Stahl reports.