Christmas Eve worshippers fill Philadelphia cathedral to celebrate faith, tradition
Hundreds of people packed Philadelphia's Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul in Logan Square on Christmas Eve.
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Hundreds of people packed Philadelphia's Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul in Logan Square on Christmas Eve.
Families packed the Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul in Philadelphia Wednesday night for Christmas Eve Mass. Reporter Eva Andersen talked to worshippers about what the holiday means to them.
The Vatican has returned 62 artifacts to Indigenous peoples from Canada.
A kindergarten teacher at a Catholic school in Vineland, New Jersey, was pulled from the classroom and put on administrative leave because she's carrying a baby for another family.
Dressed in jeans, Nike sneakers and a sweatshirt, with his hands clasped around a rosary, Carlo Acutis has generated near rock star-like fame among young Catholics.
Pope Leo XIV will share a recorded message with people in Philadelphia during the event.
A church in Cherry Hill was forced to board up its windows after overnight vandals shattered them with rocks.
Philadelphia's Archbishop Nelson J. Pérez gave Pope Leo XIV an Eagles hat while visiting the Vatican on Wednesday.
The Rev. James Kelly baptized and married thousands of people, ministered to the ill at hospitals and traveled the world.
One Philadelphia woman is reflecting on the moment she met Pope Leo XIV and how he strengthened her faith.
A Philadelphia woman has a special connection to Pope Leo XIV, who confirmed her when he was a bishop in Peru. She shares how he helped strengthen her faith during a difficult time.
Pope Leo XIV identified artificial intelligence as one of the most critical matters facing humanity during his first formal audience.
South Philadelphia pastor Rev. Paul Galetto once lived with Pope Leo XIV at a home for the Augustinian order in the city of Rome.
On the second day of the conclave at the Vatican, the cardinal electors chose Chicago-born Cardinal Robert Prevost as the new pope, Leo XIV.
While Pope Leo XIV was being introduced to the world as the next pontiff of the Roman Catholic Church, students at St. Joseph's Preparatory School in Philadelphia were selecting a pope of their own in a mock classroom conclave.
Pope Francis' death set off a series of traditions that culminates in a vote for his successor. Here are some of the possible candidates.
Catholic cardinals are gathering at the Vatican for the 2025 conclave to choose Pope Francis' successor. Here's how long it could take.
2025 papal conclave continues for a second day at the Vatican, as more black smoke signals no new pope after a third vote.
The Catholic Church's cardinal electors entered the Sistine Chapel at the Vatican to choose a successor to Pope Francis, as the 2025 papal conclave begins.
Pope Francis's death at the age of 88 means the Catholic Church must choose a new leader. Here's how cardinals elect the next pontiff at the conclave.
The Holy See released a video Saturday of the preparations for the May 7 conclave after Pope Francis died on April 21.
The death of Pope Francis initiates a centuries-old process of rituals and traditions culminating with a conclave to choose his successor.
The funeral service for Pope Francis took place Saturday morning at the Vatican. Watch the full ceremony.
Even before Saturday's funeral service for Pope Francis at the Vatican, the late pontiff had already broken with some longstanding traditions.
The body of Pope Francis was transferred to St. Peter's Basilica to lie in state for three days so the Catholic faithful and others can pay their respects.
Service projects and volunteer opportunities are planned for the Philadelphia area on Monday for Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
With temperatures dropping overnight across the Philadelphia region, any wet areas will freeze and become slick.
In this landmark year for American democracy, historian Lindsay Chervinsky, Washington Post columnist George F. Will, and Atlantic staff writer Vivian Salama talk about what the second year of Trump's presidency may mean for America's future.
Most Republicans feel Trump has done more than expected, while others have views that are more mixed.
Leave a little extra drive time Sunday as more snow is on the way for the Delaware Valley.
With temperatures dropping overnight across the Philadelphia region, any wet areas will freeze and become slick.
Teachers say Clearview Regional School District coach Tom Hengel and his wife were killed in a crash in Mullica Hill Saturday.
Service projects and volunteer opportunities are planned for the Philadelphia area on Monday for Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
In this landmark year for American democracy, historian Lindsay Chervinsky, Washington Post columnist George F. Will, and Atlantic staff writer Vivian Salama talk about what the second year of Trump's presidency may mean for America's future.
Center City District Restaurant Week returns this weekend with more than 120 locations offering discounted dining deals.
Service projects and volunteer opportunities are planned for the Philadelphia area on Monday for Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
Week three of Philadelphia's "52 Weeks of Firsts" is underway as the city highlights the nation's first volunteer fire company.
Thousands of dollars worth of high-demand GLP-1 weight loss drugs were stolen from a pharmacy in Bucks County.
A police source told CBS News Philadelphia Friday that Jahmez Cartwright, 18, has contacted his family and said he is safe.
Point Breeze residents woke up Friday morning to shattered car windows after a series of overnight break-ins.
Service projects and volunteer opportunities are planned for the Philadelphia area on Monday for Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
Teachers say Clearview Regional School District coach Tom Hengel and his wife were killed in a crash in Mullica Hill Saturday.
The Atlantic County Prosecutor's Office is moving to dismiss all pending indictments against La'quetta Small.
At Pennsauken High School, one football player is embarking on a new journey after overcoming some tough days on the grid-iron.
A woman went to the Eagles' playoff game in Philadelphia and now can't find her car. Was it a courtesy tow or stolen? No one knows.
Delaware State Corp. Matthew Snook was shot and killed inside a Wilmington DMV in late December 2025.
New Castle County Police are searching for Richard Kirchner, of Elkton, Maryland, after he allegedly ripped off several homeowners.
U.S. Army Lt. Col. Louis E. Roemer, who died as a POW during World War II, has been officially accounted for.
A flock in Kent County, Delaware, tested presumptive positive for avian influenza, officials say.
The Delaware Farm Bureau has announced the 10 winners of its annual amateur photography contest.
A Philadelphia doctor said some chatbots can be dangerous for children.
A special art show at Bryn Mawr Rehab Hospital aims to raise community awareness about cognitive and physical disabilities.
A special group of students in West Philadelphia received a surprise celebration on Friday before heading to college Monday.
New Jersey has confirmed its first pediatric flu death of the 2025-26 season, which health leaders warn has been seeing cases spread at alarming rates.
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.
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.
A multi-vehicle crash on Lincoln Drive in Philadelphia left one person dead and four other people injured Thursday night.
Officials in Philadelphia say they're working to reopen the Center City bus terminal in time for celebrations of America's 250th birthday.
Morning express trains on SEPTA's Regional Rail will resume Monday, Jan. 12, after months of delays and commuter frustrations.
A crash on Chester Pike knocked out power in Norwood and Prospect Park early Thursday morning.
Motorists running the red light at the intersection of Kelly Drive and Eakins Oval in Philadelphia will start getting $100 fines on Jan. 8.
Mika Zibanejad became the Rangers' all-time leader in power-play goals in New York's 6-3 win over Philadelphia.
Jaylon Tyson scored a career-high 39 points, as the short-handed Cleveland Cavaliers completed a two-game sweep of the Philadelphia 76ers Friday night.
At Pennsauken High School, one football player is embarking on a new journey after overcoming some tough days on the grid-iron.
The Phillies agreed to a three-year contract with J.T. Realmuto after losing out on Bo Bichette, according to a source.
Infielder Bo Bichette and the New York Mets have agreed to a $126 million, 3-year contract, a source tells The Associated Press.
Jake Dillon, the musician behind Delco Donny, is using his virality to share his original songs while teaching music to others.
Scott Adams, the cartoonist who created the "Dilbert" comic strip, has died at the age of 68, his first ex-wife revealed on Tuesday.
The 2026 Golden Globes honored the standouts in both film and television from last year. See the full list of winners and nominees.
Here is everything you need to know about how to watch and stream the 2026 Golden Globes.
Bob Weir wrote or co-wrote and sang lead vocals on Grateful Dead classics including "Sugar Magnolia," "One More Saturday Night" and "Mexicali Blues."
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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.
A celebrity hockey game in Philadelphia Sunday raised money for Ed Snider Youth Hockey & Education, which provides after-school programming for Philadelphia kids.
The butter sculpture built for the Pennsylvania Farm Show was deconstructed this weekend, and it will be recycled into renewable energy.
The Philadelphia area can expect frigid temperatures Monday, and things get even colder by Tuesday morning. Meteorologist Andrew Kozak has the NEXT Weather forecast.
Student-athletes, colleagues and neighbors are remembering Tom Hengel, a long-time track and cross-country coach, and his wife Lisa Hengel. Both died Saturday night when their car crashed into a home in Harrison Township, Gloucester County, officials say.
Snow will taper off Sunday night in the Philadelphia, but dangerously cold temperatures are on the way. Meteorologist Andrew Kozak has the forecast.