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A woman is wanted for stealing $800 from a woman in a wheelchair in Center City, Philadelphia police said on Wednesday.
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A woman is wanted for stealing $800 from a woman in a wheelchair in Center City, Philadelphia police said on Wednesday.
Cyclists gathered in Center City in memory of Dr. Barbara Friedes on Saturday She was hit and killed by an alleged drunk driver while riding her bike near Rittenhouse Square in July. Cyclists rode to the site of the crash where they stopped to dedicate what they call an angel bike near the intersection.
Philadelphia police said multiple law enforcement vehicles were damaged after hundreds of cars gathered at 11 illegal car meetups across the city over the weekend.
The deal would keep the Sixers in Philadelphia until at least 2061 and it's expected to generate $700 million in new tax revenues for the city and the School District of Philadelphia.
Philadelphia police responded to 11 illegal car meetups in the city Saturday night into Sunday, where large crowds and hundreds of vehicles took over intersections to do donuts and set off fireworks in the street.
Celebrate Oktoberfest in Philadelphia and Irish Weekend down at the Jersey Shore. Read about those events and much more in our latest weekend guide for the Philadelphia area.
Everytown for Gun Safety Victory Fund and two gun violence prevention groups have officially opened their Philadelphia field office, a place for volunteers to gather in a get-out-the-vote effort.
New Jersey leaders say they're committed to remaining a viable option should the Center City deal fall through, just days after Mayor Cherelle Parker said she reached an agreement with the Sixers.
A public viewing was held for Officer Jaime Roman Thursday before his funeral at the Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul in Philadelphia.
The Franklin Institute in Center City is celebrating its 200th anniversary with two new exhibits opening this fall which will showcase the museum's most beloved artifacts. The iconic heart will now be the centerpiece of the "Body Odyssey.” Guests will be able to explore hundreds of rare artifacts spanning two centuries of science and technology. The new exhibits will open on November 23.
Two suspects are wanted for aggravated assault after a 46-year-old man and a 51-year-old woman were punched in the face in Center City last Saturday.
Mayor Cherelle Parker is endorsing the 76ers' plans to build a new arena in Center City and has reached an agreement to keep the team in Philadelphia. The news comes one week after hosting a town hall for the controversial project that would impact Chinatown.
Two Center City hotels have earned "keys" from the Michelin Guide's new rating system.
The Philadelphia Historical Commission declared Washington Square West in Center City a historic district.
Philadelphia police responded to a convenience store in Center City Friday night for a reported robbery that ended with a man being stabbed.
What do Weezer, Twenty One Pilots, Kehlani, Temple's football team, Center City Restaurant Week and the Mexican Independence Day Festival all have in common? They're all happening this weekend.
Hundreds packed the Convention Center to weigh in on plans for a new 76ers' arena which would be built in Center City, Philadelphia.
The show will take place next Saturday, Sept. 21 at the Wells Fargo Center from noon to 5 p.m.
Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker will host a town hall on Wednesday night about the 76ers' proposed arena in Center City.
Pickleball courts are back at Dilworth Park in Center City, Philadelphia from Sept. 9 until Oct. 13, 2024.
Through Sept. 21, foodies can enjoy three-course prix-fixe dinners for just $40 or $60. Or if you're hungry for an early dinner, restaurant-goers can grab a two-course lunch for just $20.
Restaurant Week returned to Center City on Sunday, ready to showcase the neighborhood's unique culinary scene featuring discounted menus at over 100 locations.
A portion of Philadelphia's Center City neighborhood will be closed to vehicles each Sunday in September as part of Center City District's "Open Streets: West Walnut."
The Save Chinatown Coalition held a march and a rally against the proposed new 76ers arena, 76 Place, on Saturday.
Philadelphia is trying to make the streets safer for bicyclists. City council members introduced a new bill Thursday that would ban cars from stopping in any bike lane. It's already illegal to park in the bike lanes. If the new bill is passed, drivers caught stopping in a bike lane would be fined $125 in Center City and University City. The penalty anywhere else in the city is $75.
Jose Alvarado scored a season-high 26 points and Mikal Bridges added 22 points as the New York Knicks beat the Philadelphia 76ers 138-89 Wednesday night.
A teen was shot in Linwood, Pennsylvania, Wednesday night, authorities said.
A Montgomery County man was arrested in a murder-for-hire plot to kill his ex-girlfriend and two men she dated after they broke up.
Pennsylvania schools are required to teach cursive handwriting under a new law.
The family of a Pennsylvania man who was arrested by federal agents during a tense raid this week is sharing their side of the story.
The Downingtown Interchange on the Pennsylvania Turnpike reopened Wednesday night after a canopy over the toll booths collapsed.
Jose Alvarado scored a season-high 26 points and Mikal Bridges added 22 points as the New York Knicks beat the Philadelphia 76ers 138-89 Wednesday night.
A teen was shot in Linwood, Pennsylvania, Wednesday night, authorities said.
A Montgomery County man was arrested in a murder-for-hire plot to kill his ex-girlfriend and two men she dated after they broke up.
Pennsylvania schools are required to teach cursive handwriting under a new law.
A teen was shot in Linwood, Pennsylvania, Wednesday night, authorities said.
A Montgomery County man was arrested in a murder-for-hire plot to kill his ex-girlfriend and two men she dated after they broke up.
The family of a Pennsylvania man who was arrested by federal agents during a tense raid this week is sharing their side of the story.
Black History Month is poignant for one family after a man got a historic, innovative treatment at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.
More than a million artifacts from America's founding will be on display at a new exhibit at the National Constitution Center.
Washington Township police say a man is wanted in connection with multiple incidents reported around the Washington Way Apartments in Blackwood, New Jersey.
Camden firefighter Howard Bennett was laid to rest Wednesday, nearly one week after the 60-year-old died after falling into the icy Delaware River.
Former Rep. Tom Malinowski has conceded the New Jersey special election to fill Gov. Mikie Sherrill's congressional seat.
Ice is still impacting bodies of water around the Philadelphia area after a long stretch of cold temperatures.
A New Jersey pilot and his co-pilot have been jailed in West Africa for almost six weeks after landing to refuel. CBS News New York spoke to both men on the phone.
Ice is still impacting bodies of water around the Philadelphia area after a long stretch of cold temperatures.
Two firefighters and two residents were taken to the hospital after a house fire in Wilmington on Sunday, officials said.
Power companies across the Philadelphia region and Lehigh Valley are reporting some outages Saturday while high wind alerts are in effect.
The coldest air of the season is set to slide over the Philadelphia area this weekend, which could lead to frost quakes, ice quakes and lake quakes.
The man whom Jill Biden divorced for the eventual 46th President of the United States is now in jail on murder charges.
Black History Month is poignant for one family after a man got a historic, innovative treatment at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.
With a measles outbreak in Pennsylvania, local health experts want to send a message to families.
Penn's first successful transplant was a kidney back in 1966. Since then, there have been thousands of life-saving operations.
Cracking down on the price of prescription drugs is a hefty task.
The PHMC clinic on Cedar Avenue in West Philadelphia is helping provide dental and health care in an underserved community.
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.
The Downingtown Interchange on the Pennsylvania Turnpike reopened Wednesday night after a canopy over the toll booths collapsed.
A portion of Martin Luther King Jr. Drive is closed on Wednesday, Feb. 11 as crews work on water infrastructure repairs.
PennDOT is asking for your input with a new online survey available now through Feb. 28.
Part of SEPTA's Jefferson Station in Philadelphia was flooded Monday night, but service wasn't disrupted.
The city says residents shouldn't park on a major stretch of South Broad Street in Philadelphia Tuesday for a snow removal operation.
Jose Alvarado scored a season-high 26 points and Mikal Bridges added 22 points as the New York Knicks beat the Philadelphia 76ers 138-89 Wednesday night.
Former Eagles offensive coordinator Kevin Patullo is heading to the Dolphins to become the team's passing game coordinator.
The Philadelphia Art Commission on Wednesday voted to move the Joe Frazier statue to the base of the art museum steps.
As Philadelphia has dealt with a frigid winter, a sign that spring and summer are near is here: Phillies pitchers and catchers report for spring training.
Michael Fantuzzo was arrested and is accused of stealing more than $246,000 from the Pennsylvania Occupational Therapy Association.
"Dawson's Creek" and "Varsity Blues" star James Van Der Beek has died at 48 years old.
The Pennsylvania Film Office has awarded $34 million for production on Season 3 of "Tires" and the fifth and final season of "Mayor of Kingstown."
Catherine O'Hara, known for her roles in "Home Alone," "Schitt's Creek" and "Beetlejuice," died on Jan. 30 at the age of 71.
Brad Arnold, the founder and lead singer of the 3 Doors Down has died following "his courageous battle with cancer," the rock band announced Saturday on social media.
Bad Bunny took the stage at halftime for the 2026 Super Bowl. Here's who else performed at Super Bowl 60.
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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 dangerous fungus, resistant to anti-fungal medications, is spreading across hospitals and nursing homes nationwide, according to the CDC. Stephanie Stahl reports.
Grant Gilmore has the latest NEXT Weather forecast for the Philadelphia region as we get closer to Valentine’s Day.
Hundreds of firefighters and first responders from around the state attended the ceremony to pay their respects to Howard Bennett, who served as a firefighter for 26 years.
The Downingtown Interchange (Exit 312) will be closed to traffic from PA Route 100 and Interstate 76 until crews remove the canopy and debris from the area.
A man was stabbed to death on Oakdale Street in North Philadelphia Wednesday morning, police said. An investigation is underway, according to authorities.