A year after South Philly couple's car was stolen with walker inside, police say thefts are down
A year after a South Philly couple's car was stolen with their cane and walker inside, reporter Liz Crawford followed up to see how they're doing.
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A year after a South Philly couple's car was stolen with their cane and walker inside, reporter Liz Crawford followed up to see how they're doing.
A man is dead after he was shot in the head while attempting to steal a car in Northeast Philadelphia.
A shooting investigation is happening near the Frankford Transportation Center in Northeast Philadelphia. Sources said a man attempted to steal a car when the car owner was using an ATM. The car owner, a licensed gun owner, fired a shot at the suspected car thief, striking him once in the head. The man is in extremely critical condition.
Police said Monday that two men were charged with their alleged involvement in a series of car-related thefts in Northeast Philadelphia from April 2023 to July 2024.
Philadelphia police made an arrest in a string of car thefts and vandalism incidents reported throughout the city.
A suspect remains at large following a fatal carjacking attempt Friday night that took the life of a young father. The shooting victim was later identified as Johny Emmanuel Cruz-Rodriguez.
Police are looking for a group of suspects they say are linked to more than 70 car break-ins across the Philadelphia area.
Police in New Castle County are warning that criminals are putting tracking devices on people's cars, following drivers to their homes and attempting to steal the cars at night.
Neighbors at Gulph Mills Village Apartments are worried they'll wake up to their cars gone after police said three vehicles were stolen at the complex within the last month.
Philadelphia police said two Hyundais were stolen in the city's Parkwood neighborhood, and one of the cars with at least two kids inside crashed and flipped onto the roof in the middle of the street.
Over the last two years, the Philadelphia Carjacking Task Force force said community engagement played a role in getting numbers down. Often, they noted, the crime involves young people.
New Jersey State police are investigating the theft of a classic car from someone's Cape May County garage. Detectives said a blue 1966 Mercury Comet was stolen from a home on Fidler Road in Dennis Township. It happened sometime between 11 p.m. on March 15 and 6 a.m. on March 16.
Police say a man used a tow truck to steal at least seven cars in Philadelphia and scrapped them for money. The investigation is ongoing.
A 14-year-old boy from Wilmington was charged with vehicle theft by the New Castle County Division of Police after an alleged car theft turned into a brief police pursuit.
We spoke with the owner of a parked car hit by a juvenile who police say stole a delivery driver's car and led police on a chase in North Philadelphia.
A South Jersey porch pirate was taken into custody on Monday after she eluded police and struck a Gloucester Township police officer with her car.
Two men are charged for stealing a car with a 1-year-old girl inside. Police said the two men of New Castle stole a Nissan that had been left running in a parking lot in Newark Wednesday with the child in the back seat. READ MORE: https://cbsloc.al/4a1eoQG
This week, a South Philadelphia family car was found after being stolen Thanksgiving night, two Montgomery County officers saved a 97-year-old trapped inside a home and more.
CBS Philadelphia has an update from a couple in South Philly who had their car stolen Thanksgiving night and what you need to know about the record number of car thefts in the city.
Police say several dozen cars are stolen every day in Philadelphia. This year has been the worst on record for vehicle thefts.
Philadelphia police confirmed they're searching for the couple's stolen 2017 Hyundai Sonata.
Two children were found safely after they were inside a stolen car in Philadelphia's Hunting Park section on Monday, according to police.
Records and data uncovered by CBS News Philadelphia show the number of stolen cars this year has skyrocketed.
Car thefts are on the rise, and many officials complain certain models are too easy to steal. Why do police solve so few cases?
A new generation of high-tech thieves are attacking vulnerable vehicle computer systems to steal cars in seconds.
In a Truth Social post, Mr. Trump called fears around artificial intelligence possibly becoming a superintelligence that could pose a threat to human existence a hoax.
Saturday will definitely be the pick of the weekend in the Philadelphia region, with temperatures starting off mild and comfortable under a mix of sun and clouds.
Surveillance video captured the moment a man had his laptop snatched off his table at gunpoint Friday at Parc in Philadelphia.
The Mets kept the Phillies from gaining ground in the National League wild-card race with a 6-3 victory Friday night.
A list of Pennsylvania high school football scores for September 18, 2026.
Raymond "R.C." Horsch, who lived at the so-called "house of horrors" in Olney until he died, was as intelligent as he was a monster and preyed on vulnerable women.
In a Truth Social post, Mr. Trump called fears around artificial intelligence possibly becoming a superintelligence that could pose a threat to human existence a hoax.
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.
Saturday will definitely be the pick of the weekend in the Philadelphia region, with temperatures starting off mild and comfortable under a mix of sun and clouds.
Surveillance video captured the moment a man had his laptop snatched off his table at gunpoint Friday at Parc in Philadelphia.
Surveillance video captured the moment a man had his laptop snatched off his table at gunpoint Friday at Parc in Philadelphia.
Police believe a social media beef might have led to a shooting that injured a 16-year-old in East Germantown Friday night.
Archaeology students from Penn are joining community members to uncover the history of a historic Black neighborhood in West Philly that was demolished decades ago in the name of urban renewal.
Raymond "R.C." Horsch, who lived at the so-called "house of horrors" in Olney until he died, was as intelligent as he was a monster and preyed on vulnerable women, law enforcement sources said.
Wanda the therapy donkey has a packed schedule in Bucks County, bringing joy and comfort to seniors.
Gregory Taylor says his son, Xavier, is still on a ventilator, but they're hopeful and steadfast in their faith.
North Wildwood police say a man drowned in the ocean near Second Avenue on Wednesday.
The shooting happened around 7:20 a.m. Friday at the convenience store at the corner of Route 37 and Garfield Avenue, prosecutors said.
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.
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
Two people were taken to the hospital after a large tree fell onto three cars on Belmont Avenue in Bala Cynwyd on Friday.
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.
The Mets kept the Phillies from gaining ground in the National League wild-card race with a 6-3 victory Friday night.
A list of Pennsylvania high school football scores for September 18, 2026.
Gregory Taylor says his son, Xavier, is still on a ventilator, but they're hopeful and steadfast in their faith.
Jonathan Greenard's Eagles debut will have to wait. The outside linebacker was ruled out against the Titans for the second straight week with a pectoral injury.
The Phillies beat the Mets 3-0 Thursday night to tie the Cubs for the top NL wild card.
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.
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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.
With the midterms 45 days away, the Supreme Court has blocked a push by the Trump administration to restrict mail-in voting. Deadlines to register are less than 30 days from now.
Pennsylvania lawmakers have until Oct. 13 to pass legislation to save skill games after a recent court decision.
Saturday brings lower humidity with a mix of sun and clouds, then Sunday kicks off a wet week with chances of showers each day until next weekend. NEXT Weather Meteorologist Tammie Souza has the latest forecast.
In this week's edition of the Friday Football Frenzy, Interboro beat Sun Valley, Audenried defeated Edison and much more. Here's some of the top highlights from around the Philadelphia region.
Grant Gilmore says that Saturday will be the best day of the weekend with mild and comfortable temps. Here's the latest NEXT Weather forecast.