Baby seal back in wild after rescue crossing N.J. highway
The 36-pound seal was released back to the wild after wildlife experts found it was perfectly healthy!
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Former Township Employee Admits To Stealing Almost $1 Million In Health Insurance Claims
A former Brick Township employee told the court she stole more than $940,000 in insurance claims.
Brick Township Community Comes Together In Support Of Family After Deadly Maryland Plane Crash
Four days after a private plane crashed into a Maryland home, residents in Brick, New Jersey came together to remember the woman and two children inside the home.
Construction Begins On Steel Sea Wall For 2 Sandy Ravaged Towns
Construction began this week on a 3.5 mile sea wall in Mantoloking and Brick Township.
Police In Ocean County Searching For Woman Who Stole $2K Worth Of Fitness Bracelets
The theft happened on March 1st at the Verizon located at 481 Route 70 in Brick Township.
Police Warn Of Financial Scams During Holiday Season In Ocean County
Over the last week, Brick Township police officers have responded to several locations, where people have been the victim of telephone financial scams.
Brick Township Pulls Together One Year After Sandy
Sandy survivors and supporters at the Visitation Relief Center joined thousands of volunteers throughout New Jersey in a day of service to mark the one year anniversary of Super Storm Sandy.
Ocean County Man Arrested After Allegedly Threatening Neighbor With Samurai Sword
A man whose apartment apparently reeked of urine and feces was arrested after he threatened a complaining neighbor with a samurai sword.
NJ Cop Recovering After Being Dragged By Pickup
Authorities say a southern New Jersey police officer is recovering from injuries suffered when he was dragged about 250 feet by a pickup truck driven by a man who later led officers on a high-speed chase through several towns.
2 Accused Of Stealing AC Units Worth $12K From Sandy-Damaged Home
Police arrested two suspects they say stole three air conditioning units worth $12,000 from a home that was damaged by Hurricane Sandy.
Residents In New Jersey Coastal Areas Urged To Evacuate
A New Jersey town hit hard by Superstorm Sandy is worried what the winter storm might do to its barrier island community.
Barrier Island Residents Happy To Return Home For Good
Paul Appio and his family are celebrating a permanent return to their home in the Brick Township section of the barrier island over the Mantoloking Bridge.
Residents Survey Heartbreaking Damage In Brick Township Area
Devastation doesn't begin to cover the scene in the Brick Township section of the barrier island over the Mantoloking Bridge. It looks like a war zone; homes here lost the battle with Sandy.
Brick Township To Lift Evacuation Order For Mainland On Thursday Afternoon
Brick Township's mandatory evacuation order for the mainland section will be lifted at 3 p.m. on Thursday.
Mandatory Evacuation Issued For Part Of Brick Township, Ocean County
Authorities in Brick Township, New Jersey have issued a mandatory evacuation for all residents who live in the low-lying, waterfront areas of the town due to a Nor'easter expected to hit the area this week.
Catholic Priest Arrested In New Jersey For Allegedly Having Inappropriate Sexual Contact With A Minor
Marukudiyil C. Velan, who goes by "Father Chris," was arrested on allegations of inappropriate sexual contact with a Brick Township woman and her child.
Blizzard Highlights Effects Of Budget Cuts In NJ
Deep budget cuts are partly to blame for the slow cleanup following the blizzard that blanketed the Garden State this week, some municipal leaders said Thursday.
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Justice Department unseals Donald Trump indictment
Donald Trump is the first former president in history to face a federal criminal indictment.
Philadelphia City Council member working to ban certain car rallies after the death of an 18-year-old man
Philadelphia councilmember Michael Driscoll is aiming to ban certain car rallies in the city after a teen's death.
New Jersey Forest Fire Service responding to wildfire in Burlington County
The New Jersey Forest Fire Service is responding to a wildfire fire burning in the area of City Line Road in Browns Mills.
Philadelphia Health Commissioner speaks about air quality concerns in region
CBS News Philadelphia spoke with Philadelphia Health Commissioner Dr. Cheryl Bettigole about air quality concerns.
Lower Merion teacher accused of posing as teen girl on social media to entice girls to send nudes
An English teacher at Harriton High School has been arrested for allegedly posing as a 17-year-old girl on social media to entice teen girls to create child porn.
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Justice Department unseals Donald Trump indictment
Donald Trump is the first former president in history to face a federal criminal indictment.
Philadelphia City Council member working to ban certain car rallies after the death of an 18-year-old man
Philadelphia councilmember Michael Driscoll is aiming to ban certain car rallies in the city after a teen's death.
New Jersey Forest Fire Service responding to wildfire in Burlington County
The New Jersey Forest Fire Service is responding to a wildfire fire burning in the area of City Line Road in Browns Mills.
Philadelphia Health Commissioner speaks about air quality concerns in region
CBS News Philadelphia spoke with Philadelphia Health Commissioner Dr. Cheryl Bettigole about air quality concerns.
Lower Merion teacher accused of posing as teen girl on social media to entice girls to send nudes
An English teacher at Harriton High School has been arrested for allegedly posing as a 17-year-old girl on social media to entice teen girls to create child porn.
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Philadelphia City Council member working to ban certain car rallies after the death of an 18-year-old man
Philadelphia councilmember Michael Driscoll is aiming to ban certain car rallies in the city after a teen's death.
Philadelphia Health Commissioner speaks about air quality concerns in region
CBS News Philadelphia spoke with Philadelphia Health Commissioner Dr. Cheryl Bettigole about air quality concerns.
Lower Merion teacher accused of posing as teen girl on social media to entice girls to send nudes
An English teacher at Harriton High School has been arrested for allegedly posing as a 17-year-old girl on social media to entice teen girls to create child porn.
Odunde Festival returns to Philadelphia on Sunday
Odunde, the largest African American street festival in the country, returns to Philadelphia on June 11.
Gunfire critically injures man, narrowly misses 13-year-old boy in North Philadelphia
A man returning home early Friday morning was shot multiple times in his front doorway in North Philadelphia.
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New Jersey Forest Fire Service responding to wildfire in Burlington County
The New Jersey Forest Fire Service is responding to a wildfire fire burning in the area of City Line Road in Browns Mills.
Military dad pulls off big surprise for his kids in South Jersey
Air Force Lt. Col. Bryan Shoupe surprised his two sons and daughter at their schools in Lumberton Township, Burlington County.
Philadelphia region's air quality improving as wildfire smoke moves through
Philadelphia's air quality is much better Friday compared to Thursday, but lingering haze could still cause problems for people with respiratory issues.
The Pulse of CBS Philadelphia: View the top stories of June 5-9
This week, our region dealt with poor air quality, a historic Pride parade in Media brought hundreds of people together to celebrate the LGBTQIA+ community, and scientists say they are making progress to get the invasive spotted lanternfly under control.
Poor air quality is making for dangerous conditions. Here is what's been postponed.
Hazardous haze and smoke from the eastern Canadian wildfires are making for dangerous conditions and impacting local events.
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Philadelphia region's air quality improving as wildfire smoke moves through
Philadelphia's air quality is much better Friday compared to Thursday, but lingering haze could still cause problems for people with respiratory issues.
The Pulse of CBS Philadelphia: View the top stories of June 5-9
This week, our region dealt with poor air quality, a historic Pride parade in Media brought hundreds of people together to celebrate the LGBTQIA+ community, and scientists say they are making progress to get the invasive spotted lanternfly under control.
Ride-sharing, delivery drivers concerned about working in "very unhealthy" air quality
Delivery and ride-sharing drivers share concerns for their health as they continue to work in hazy smoke conditions.
Air quality alerts in Pa., Del. due to Canadian wildfire smoke: map here
Philadelphia is currently in the most hazardous air quality category as smoke from wildfires in Canada moves through the region.
"Zipper" ride breaks down at Delaware church carnival, sending 2 to hospital
At least 20 people were rescued after an amusement ride malfunctioned at a church carnival in Wilmington, Delaware.
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Air quality alert meanings | EXPLAINED
AQI is a standardized scale, issued by the EPA, that helps the public understand the health risks associated with various air quality levels and pollution.
Here's what to look for in an air purifier for wildfire smoke
A high-end device can cost over $1,000, but there are only a few features you really need, experts say.
Pennsylvania House OKs $100 million for adult mental health services
A proposal to allocate $100 million in federal funds to pay for adult mental health programs easily passed the Pennsylvania House of Representatives.
What is the AQI in Philadelphia and how to protect yourself?
An AQI "Code Red Fine Particles Action Day" means the air is unhealthy to breathe. Here's what you should know to help protect yourself.
Health impacts of exercising in bad air quality
As cities in the Northeast U.S. reach and even surpass "unhealthy" levels of air pollution, officials are urging people to avoid outside activities. Here's what to know about exercising when air quality is bad.
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Vice President Kamala Harris visits Philadelphia to meet with SEIU
Vice President Kamala Harris met with the Service Employees International Union in Philadelphia to highlight the Biden administration's commitment to labor unions.
Philadelphia-born Temple grad joining Phillies ownership group
Temple grad and South Jersey banker Stanley Middleman will own about one-eighth of the Philadelphia Phillies after a deal.
When does student loan pause end? Here's how to prepare for when payments restart
A three-year pause on student loan payments will end this summer regardless of how the Supreme Court rules on the White House plan to forgive billions of dollars in student loan debt.
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.
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New legislation adds drifting to Philadelphia traffic code in effort to stop car meetups
People in violation of the law could face a $2,000 fine or seizure of their car.
Center City bus-only lane painted red to make more visible
SEPTA and PennDOT are hoping the red color will make the lane more visible and cut down on crashes.
Northbound lanes of I-476 reopen in Lower Merion after multi-vehicle crash
Officials said a deadly multi-vehicle crash had a significant impact on the Monday morning commute on the Blue Route.
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.
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Wheeler, Clemens lead Phillies past Tigers for 5th straight win
Zack Wheeler took a no-hitter into the eighth inning, Kody Clemens came through with a game-ending single and the Phillies rallied past the Tigers 3-2 for their fifth victory in a row.
Phillies-Tigers to play Thursday night despite poor air quality
Zack Wheeler will be on the mound for the Phillies as they try win their fifth straight game.
Wednesday's Phillies home game postponed due to poor air quality
The Phillies-Tigers game scheduled for Wednesday night has been postponed as the Philadelphia region is under a "Code Red" air quality alert from the eastern Canada wildfires.
Soccer great Lionel Messi says he's coming to Miami
Lionel Messi has pulled off his latest stunning feat: He is headed to Miami.
Flyers trade Ivan Provorov to Blue Jackets in 3-team trade
Danny Briere has made his first major move in the Flyers' rebuild, trading Ivan Provorov to the Blue Jackets in a three-team trade.
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76th Annual Tony Awards to air live Sunday, June 11 on CBS and Paramount+
All eyes are on the Tony Awards, set to air June 11 on CBS and streaming on Paramount+.
Philadelphia's Roots Picnic may have been The Fugees' last performance
On Saturday, the Fugees performed their classics including "How Many Mics," "Ready or Not," "Killing Me Softly" and "Fu-Gee-La" at Philadelphia's Roots Picnic festival.
Michael J. Fox falls at Philadelphia "Back to the Future" panel
Michael J. Fox was at the Pennsylvania Convention Center in Philadelphia for a Q&A about the film. When he was introduced and bowed, he lost his balance, falling and bumping into a couch.
Cuba Gooding Jr. settles civil sex abuse case, averting trial
Actor Cuba Gooding Jr. has settled with a woman who claims he raped her, averting a trial that was about to begin in New York City.
Berks County native Taylor Swift "Shakes It Off" after swallowing bug on stage
Swift laughed with the crowd after the incident during her show Sunday night in Chicago.
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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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With Falcon Tank, Liguori Academy turns students into entrepreneurs
With an event similar to "Shark Tank," Liguori Academy is turning students into entrepreneurs overnight.
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
At Stomping Grounds Social Justice Cafe, young people are getting work experience while working toward their diploma.
Focusing on the Future: Philadelphia high school robotics team supporting teams citywide
On this week's Focusing on the Future Wakisha Bailey speaks with the team and finds out how they are making a difference with other high schoolers.
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.
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New Jersey Forest Fire Service responding to wildfire in Burlington County
The New Jersey Forest Fire Service is responding to a wildfire fire burning in the area of City Line Road in Browns Mills.
Philadelphia High School for Girls holds commencement at the Kimmel Cultural Campus
The graduates wore all white as part of a tradition.
NEXT Weather: Air quality improves, some to see scattered T-storms
Meteorologist Tammie Souza has the latest on the air quality in the region.
Lower Merion teacher accused of posing as teen girl on social media to entice girls to send child po
Investigators say 31-year-old Jeremy Schobel of Philadelphia worked as an English teacher at Harriton High School.
President Biden is coming to Philadelphia on June 17 for re-election rally
The White House says he'll hold a rally with union members on Saturday, June 17 but they haven't said yet where it will be.