Principal Casella ready to welcome students back at Camden's Cooper Poynt Family School
Wakisha Bailey speaks with Cooper Poynt Family School Principal Janine Casella on the first day of school!
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Wakisha Bailey speaks with Cooper Poynt Family School Principal Janine Casella on the first day of school!
Wakisha Bailey speaks with multiple Camden teachers looking forward to starting the school year.
Pennsylvania does not allow Medical Aid in Dying, but several states do, including New Jersey, However, it's only allowed for residents.
Kids in Winslow Township went back to school today to kick off the new school year. But the excessive heat is impacting students' classes and schedules.
It may only be the first day of class, but districts are already making changes to help keep kids safe.
Florida residents will not be alone as they face the effects of Hurricane Idalia as New Jersey and Pennsylvania are sending volunteers to help with recovery efforts.
"What I want to see done is things to get better and clean up Camden," one Camden resident, Vida Neil said.
The city of Camden tells CBS News Philadelphia it's been working with the state of New Jersey to address illegal dumping.
Camaj Matthews says he's better than his brother, Eagles linebacker Haason Reddick, was at this age. Wakisha Bailey introduces you to two Haddon Heights Garnets who are ready to win this season.
Smoke from the Dragway Wildfire in Waterford Township is blowing northwest Thursday - you might smell it in Philadelphia or nearby.
A South Jersey native living in Maui is sharing her incredible story of survival. She and her family escaped as the wildfires engulfed their Lahaina neighborhood.
August is Black Business Month and a couple in Camden County had a dream to create a local, live music venue. Siafa Lewis reports.
A wildfire at the Wharton State Forest in Waterford Township, Camden County that grew to 1,700 acres is now 100% contained, the New Jersey Forest Fire Service said Wednesday.
Camden County is setting up milkweed waystations for migratory monarch butterflies and their caterpillar.
The waystations will include milkweed for the butterflies to feed on.
A wildfire at the Wharton State Forest in Waterford Township, Camden County has grown to 1,700 acres, the New Jersey Forest Fire Service said Monday. The blaze is 95% contained.
The New Jersey Forest Fire Service said the wildfire is 75% contained on Monday night.
The cause of the fire remains under investigation.
Many of these kids are learning how to stay safe in the water, while others are learning how to swim entirely.
A 6-year-old boy drowned in his backyard swimming pool 16 years ago. His legacy lives on as his parents made it their mission to help teach water safety. Ryan Hughes reports.
One person has been hospitalized after a recreational vehicle caught fire in Camden County overnight Saturday.
A teenage baseball team from Cherry Hill competed for a world championship Saturday but it was a tough day as the boys came up short.
A 7-year-old was shot in Camden on Thursday afternoon, police said.
The mayor says one of her goals since taking office last year was to add more diversity to the police department and she calls these promotions a step in that direction.
Police say the events help build bonds and trust and gives families a chance to learn more about what law enforcement does. And they get some pretty cool swag in the process!
Toll increases on the PA Turnpike, NJ Turnpike, Garden State Parkway and Delaware River Joint Toll Bridge Commission bridges go into effect in the first week 2026.
Philly law enforcement leaders will wrap up 2025 with tips to celebrate New Year's Eve safely and review crime data.
After Vancouver scored the first goal, the Flyers got ahead in the second and beat the Canucks 6-3 Tuesday night.
Most major retailers and grocery stores will be open on New Year's Eve, although some will have reduced hours.
VJ Edgecombe scored 25 points, including a 3-pointer with 1.7 seconds left in overtime to give the Philadelphia 76ers a 139-136 victory over the Memphis Grizzlies in a tight game.
New York City might have a giant crystal ball to ring in the new year, but in Pennsylvania, we have pickles, pants and Peeps.
Toll increases on the PA Turnpike, NJ Turnpike, Garden State Parkway and Delaware River Joint Toll Bridge Commission bridges go into effect in the first week 2026.
Parking and traffic restrictions for the Mummers Parade start Friday in Philadelphia.
Philly law enforcement leaders will wrap up 2025 with tips to celebrate New Year's Eve safely and review crime data.
For the first time, Philadelphia is holding a free concert and fireworks on the Parkway in addition to New Year's Eve celebrations on the Delaware Rive waterfront.
Toll increases on the PA Turnpike, NJ Turnpike, Garden State Parkway and Delaware River Joint Toll Bridge Commission bridges go into effect in the first week 2026.
Philly law enforcement leaders will wrap up 2025 with tips to celebrate New Year's Eve safely and review crime data.
Preparations are underway for New Year's Eve celebrations in Delaware County, as Media will hold a ball drop with hundreds of lights on State Street.
Richard "Ricky" Brooks is accused of grooming and groping teens and providing them with alcohol and drugs in Bucks County.
A 38-year-old man who stole a U-Haul truck Tuesday was arrested after leading police on multiple chases in Bucks County, police said.
Toll increases on the PA Turnpike, NJ Turnpike, Garden State Parkway and Delaware River Joint Toll Bridge Commission bridges go into effect in the first week 2026.
In Hammonton, the community says the town's New Year's Eve tradition, the blueberry ball drop, will bring them closer together following a tragic week.
Pemberton Township Mayor Jack K. Tompkins is resigning this week, officials said.
Rex, the wallaby that went missing from a South Jersey animal sanctuary after breaking out of its enclosure, was found safe and returned.
Police said Anthony Caprio III was riding an e-bike Monday morning when he was struck and killed by a driver in a hit-and-run in Mount Laurel.
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.
A 40-year-old woman from Dallas, Texas was struck and killed in a hit-and-run in Wilmington, Delaware, Sunday night, state police said.
New Jersey is one of nearly two dozen states set to increase its minimum wage in 2026, and the only state in the Delaware Valley that will see a hike.
A guide to the New Year's Eve celebrations in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware.
Cpl. Matthew Snook was fatally shot while on duty earlier this week at a DMV office in Wilmington, Delaware.
New Jersey state health officials are warning of potential measles exposures at Newark Liberty International Airport before Christmas.
Thousands of Pennsylvanians are dropping their health insurance as premiums are set to double on Jan. 1, 2026.
Hearing technology helps deaf and hard-of-hearing students perform at the annual holiday show in Overbrook.
A Pennsylvania man visited Penn to thank the surgeon who saved his life during a stroke.
There are encouraging early signs the angel advocate approach is helping people find organ donors.
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.
San Francisco officials said Tuesday that the city has filed a lawsuit against leading manufacturers of ultra-processed foods, accusing them of producing products linked to serious health issues and alleging that the companies knowingly made the foods addictive.
The snow and wintry weather is causing travel disruptions on one of the busiest travel days at PHL.
Parking and traffic restrictions for the Mummers Parade start Friday in Philadelphia.
The holiday travel rush is ramping up on the roads and in the skies around the Philadelphia region.
The Pennsylvania Turnpike's eastbound lanes have reopened following a multi-vehicle crash between Bensalem and Willow Grove.
SEPTA's largest workers' union voted to ratify its new contract with the Philadelphia-based transit agency Wednesday night.
After Vancouver scored the first goal, the Flyers got ahead in the second and beat the Canucks 6-3 Tuesday night.
VJ Edgecombe scored 25 points, including a 3-pointer with 1.7 seconds left in overtime to give the Philadelphia 76ers a 139-136 victory over the Memphis Grizzlies in a tight game.
Stefon Diggs, a star wide receiver with the New England Patriots, is facing criminal charges after an incident in Massachusetts earlier this month.
Kansas City Chiefs coach Andy Reid says he plans to return next season, dismissing any retirement rumors.
The Philadelphia Eagles are gearing up for their Week 18 home game against Washington, aiming for a strong playoff position.
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.
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.
Just hours after the ball drops to ring in 2026, thousands of Philadelphia's famous Mummers will strut down Broad Street for the annual New Year's Day Mummers Parade. CBS News Philadelphia's Wakisha Bailey caught up with the Quaker City String Band for a look at their last-minute parade preparations.
Starting Sunday, Jan. 4, a 4% toll hike will go into effect on the Pennsylvania Turnpike. The most common toll for passenger vehicles will increase from $1.86 to $1.94 for E-ZPass holders and from $3.72 to $3.88 for Toll By Plate drivers.
Safety and security are top of mind for many cities as they prepare to celebrate the arrival of a new year. In New York City, thousands of police officers will be on patrol around Times Square for the iconic crystal ball drop.
The United States' most famous flagmaker, Betsy Ross, was born on Jan. 1, 1752 — and Philadelphia's Betsy Ross House will celebrate her from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on New Year's Eve.
Philadelphia will ring in 2026 with a New Year's Eve concert and fireworks on the Ben Franklin Parkway. LL Cool J, DJ Jazzy Jeff and Adam Blackstone are among the performers in the concert. Brandon Goldner reports from the Parkway as crews continue to set up for the show.