Man convicted after crashing car, killing child in New Jersey
Nearly two years after an 8-year-old boy was killed, a man charged with DUI and aggravated manslaughter was sentenced to 15 years in prison.
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Nearly two years after an 8-year-old boy was killed, a man charged with DUI and aggravated manslaughter was sentenced to 15 years in prison.
Javier Velez was on a fishing trip with his family when a driver, speeding more than 100 mph, crashed into their parked car. Velez's parents brought their son's ashes into the courtroom on Tuesday as they read impact statements to the judge and spoke directly to the man who killed their son.
A St. Augustine Prep theology professor said he knew that Pope Leo XIV was the right choice to lead the Catholic Church.
Daniel Zhang was indicted on 15 counts of invasion of privacy, accused of filming men in restrooms at Atlantic County businesses, officials said.
Nobody was injured after an Atlantic City Rail Line train struck an unoccupied car at the Pomona Road crossing in Galloway on Tuesday night, a spokesperson with New Jersey Transit said.
The New Jersey Transit Police are investigating the crash in Galloway on the Atlantic City Rain Line.
A South Jersey community came together this week to rescue a steer that was stuck in the mud and help him to safety.
Alisha Cottman died after being hit by a car on Tuesday on Black Horse Pike in Egg Harbor Township, police said.
Jack Joseph Carr was born hours before Super Bowl LIX, to the delight of his dad, Phil, a diehard Eagles fan. Jack now shares a birthday with Saquon Barkley and Cooper DeJean.
Bill Paulus is hoping his extensive Eagles light show in Hammonton, New Jersey, brings the Birds good luck in the Super Bowl.
Bill Paulus, of Hammonton, New Jersey, is showing off his Philly pride with a home light show celebrating the Super Bowl-bound Philadelphia Eagles. Of course, it's all synced to the team's beloved fight song, "Fly, Eagles Fly."
For the 21st straight year, Stockton University paid tribute to Martin Luther King Jr. on the holiday for the late civil rights leader.
A driver was arrested for a hit-and-run that seriously injured a 25-year-old man and killed his dog in Absecon, New Jersey, police said.
Absecon police say a man falsely confessed to a hit-and-run in which his son was driving.
Sheriff's departments in Atlantic, Berks, Bucks, Montgomery and Northampton counties have all issued similar warnings this year due to an increase in government imposter scam calls.
CBS News Philadelphia is in your corner with a scam alert from the Atlantic County Sheriff's Office.
CBS News Philadelphia is in your corner with a scam alert from the Atlantic County Sheriff's Office. Authorities say there's a man calling people and telling them there are warrants out for their arrest.
The Atlantic City Airshow won't return to the popular Jersey Shore vacation spot for the second straight year.
Efforts to protect students and staff at the Hamilton Township School District include cameras, door detectors and smart sensors.
Atlantic City, New Jersey, Mayor Marty Small Sr. was indicted on a witness tampering charge after prosecutors allege he tried to get his daughter to cover up alleged abuse.
An Atlantic City man was indicted for using drones to drop food dye packs into commercial and residential swimming pools in 2023, the prosecutor's office said on Monday.
A new work program called the Hope Work Initiative launched this week in Atlantic City to give people experiencing homelessness a second chance.
After a historic stretch without rain, a New Jersey winemaker and winery owner says the dry conditions will make for better bottles. Still, he's grateful some rain is finally falling.
Saturday will be another dry day however the winds will not be as strong and the humidity levels will not be quite as low.
Atlantic City Mayor Marty Small is facing a new charge that he asked his daughter to lie about how she sustained a head injury.
North Wildwood police say a man drowned in the ocean near Second Avenue on Wednesday.
A crash involving at least two cars is slowing traffic on I-95 South near Allegheny Avenue.
Ed Sheeran is set to take the stage in Philadelphia for the first stop on his tour since Macklemore was dropped from the lineup over pro-Palestinian comments.
Thomas Robinson is accused of using his status within the Delta Upsilon fraternity to recruit pledges to help with drug trafficking.
Friday will start on the humid side, but as temps climb into the low-mid 80s, the decreasing humidity will make for a nice day.
North Wildwood police say a man drowned in the ocean near Second Avenue on Wednesday.
A crash involving at least two cars is slowing traffic on I-95 South near Allegheny Avenue.
Philadelphia police launched an exhaustive investigation into the disappearance of Amy McHale, Raymond Horsch's ex-wife.
Ed Sheeran is set to take the stage in Philadelphia for the first stop on his tour since Macklemore was dropped from the lineup over pro-Palestinian comments.
Thomas Robinson is accused of using his status within the Delta Upsilon fraternity to recruit pledges to help with drug trafficking.
A crash involving at least two cars is slowing traffic on I-95 South near Allegheny Avenue.
Ed Sheeran is set to take the stage in Philadelphia for the first stop on his tour since Macklemore was dropped from the lineup over pro-Palestinian comments.
Friday will start on the humid side, but as temps climb into the low-mid 80s, the decreasing humidity will make for a nice day.
Sher-Rockee Mushroom Farms in Upper Oxford Township is fighting back with a new way to keep phorid flies away from its crops.
Health officials in Philadelphia are warning about possible measles exposures in the CHOP NICU.
North Wildwood police say a man drowned in the ocean near Second Avenue on Wednesday.
Friday will start on the humid side, but as temps climb into the low-mid 80s, the decreasing humidity will make for a nice day.
Circle S: Second Chance Ranch in Sicklerville also has its own nonprofit to support its rescue mission and give back to the community.
Gig's grandchildren say he's "synonymous with the tramcar" he drove for decades on the Wildwood boardwalk.
South Jersey athletes, Mount Holly native 9-year-old Demtrius Vanderpoel and Haddon Township native 14-year-old Alyssa Mattiacci, are in the running for the Youth Athlete of the Year title.
Friday will start on the humid side, but as temps climb into the low-mid 80s, the decreasing humidity will make for a nice day.
Today looks warm and noticeably more humid in the Philadelphia region, with highs reaching the mid-80s but feeling like the upper 80s.
Another beautiful September day is underway Wednesday in the Philadelphia region.
Tuesday will bring plenty of sunshine, low humidity and light winds in the Philadelphia region, all ingredients to spend time outside.
Concerns are growing in Wilmington, Delaware, after separate shootings over the weekend left two people dead, including a teen.
Health officials in Philadelphia are warning about possible measles exposures in the CHOP NICU.
An 18-year-old from Mifflin County has died from measles-related complications, Pennsylvania health officials said.
The Philadelphia Eagles' cheerleading squad has nine new members, including a Jefferson Health cardiac ICU nurse and three other healthcare professionals.
A 40-year-old woman died on Saturday from complications associated with measles, the coroner reported.
Four vaccinated people in Pennsylvania have contracted measles, health officials say.
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
A crash involving at least two cars is slowing traffic on I-95 South near Allegheny Avenue.
Drivers will start getting tickets for parking in Smart Loading Zones without registering.
A man on a motorcycle was launched from a highway overpass near 2nd and Callowhill streets on Monday night, police say.
SEPTA has resumed service on three Regional Rail lines after downed Amtrak wires caused a suspension on Monday.
SEPTA is receiving a federal grant worth more than $13 million to replace its aging Silverliner IV Regional Rail fleet.
The Phillies beat the Mets 3-0 Thursday night to tie the Cubs for the top NL wild card.
South Jersey athletes, Mount Holly native 9-year-old Demtrius Vanderpoel and Haddon Township native 14-year-old Alyssa Mattiacci, are in the running for the Youth Athlete of the Year title.
With Jesús Luzardo on the injured list, the Phillies on Thursday claimed veteran José Urquidy off waivers from the White Sox
Zack Wheeler tossed seven scoreless innings and the Phillies drew a season-high 13 walks in a 3-0 win over the Nationals
Pinch-hitter Daylen Lile hit a tie-breaking three-run homer in the seventh inning, and the Washington Nationals defeated the Philadelphia Phillies 6-3.
Crews are setting up for Ed Sheeran's concert at Lincoln Financial Field this weekend amid a controversy over Macklemore's recent comments.
Aaron Rowe, Beoga, Lukas Graham and Finneas all released statements Tuesday on Instagram saying they were withdrawing from Ed Sheeran's tour.
Performer Macklemore is being dropped from Ed Sheeran's Loop tour after making on-stage statements that some found controversial.
The Philadelphia Eagles' cheerleading squad has nine new members, including a Jefferson Health cardiac ICU nurse and three other healthcare professionals.
The Landmark Ritz Five movie theater in Philadelphia's Old City neighborhood has reopened after a brief closure.
Ukee Washington reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Ukee Washington reports.
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.
If you have outdoor plans this weekend, Saturday is the day to prioritize them. Kate Bilo has the forecast.
Philadelphia police are preparing for Ed Sheeran's concert at Lincoln Financial Field scheduled to go on Saturday night.
Eagles fans aren't the only ones flying to Nashville this weekend. Wakisha Bailey reports.
An F-16 fighter jet crashed near a residential area in Grand Traverse County, Michigan.
An Islamic civil rights group is demanding answers ahead of Ed Sheeran’s Philadelphia show after Macklemore was dropped from the lineup following pro-Palestinian comments. Kate Bilo has the forecast.