Local Power Outages Could Last Into The Weekend
Persistent power outages continue to make life difficult for more than 200,000 people around the Delaware Valley and South Jersey.
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Persistent power outages continue to make life difficult for more than 200,000 people around the Delaware Valley and South Jersey.
Patricia DeCarlo, the executive director of the Norris Square Community Alliance in North Philadelphia, was one of the honorees who was recognized during Tuesday night's 6th annual award ceremony.
CBS Philly has received the following community cancellations for Wednesday, June 24, 2015.
In addition to power outages and problems hitting mass transit on PATCO and SEPTA Wednesday morning, several area roads have been affected by the storms that hit the region on Tuesday.
High winds from last night's storm knocked out power to hundreds of thousands of people, and many outages remain this morning.
The storm Tuesday night only took a few seconds to destroy most of a Delaware County neighborhood.
Severe weather is causing hundreds of thousands of residents to lose power in the region Tuesday evening.
It's all part of a three day experience called "Grandparents University."
A program in Chester County aimed – in part – at cracking down on distracted walking wins PennDOT's highway safety award.
Heavy rain is expected this weekend as remnants from Tropical Storm Bill spin eastward into the Delaware Valley. A Flood Watch is in effect for our entire region Saturday evening through Sunday because of the threat of downpours and flooding.
The positive test was in the Phoenixville area, part of a regular surveillance program that's been in place for years, where traps are set to collect mosquitoes to scan for West Nile Virus. Richard Johnson with the Chester County Health Department says the positive test is not reason for alarm, but is reason for further testing.
Joseph Calvin Phipps, 47, is the suspect in the crimes.
A Chester County prosecutor Wednesday said Warren Earl Yerger Sr. "perpetrated one of the most egregious and horrific cases" of abuse the county had seen.
Chester County is posting speed limit markers in parks and on trails as a reminder to cyclists to slow it down.
It happened around 12:30 a.m. Tuesday along Route 322 at Penn Drive.
The fire was reported Monday night at the unit block of North Church Street.
Advocates for better state funding for education in Pennsylvania took their cause to the steps of the courthouses today in Montgomery, Chester, and Delaware counties.
In the wake of last month's fatal Amtrak derailment in Philadelphia, the federal government is recommending that commuter railroads, such as SEPTA, examine their speed controls where they have sharp curves.
It will be a warm day, with highs in the low to mid 80s.
After a wild afternoon of weather, heavy rain will continue overnight and the region will endure the chance for more showers and thunderstorms on Tuesday as a cold front exits the region. Any storms on Tuesday may also contain gusty winds and downpours but the threat severe weather will be greatly reduced.
The fire was reported Tuesday night at the 400 block of Bickley Place.
Authorities say a print of the famous "Afghan Girl" photograph that once graced the cover of National Geographic is among dozens of items stolen from a suburban Philadelphia art gallery.
Westtown seniors Casey Dech, Alex Nunes, and Xan Lorimer -- under the guidance of faculty advisor Steve Compton -- created a mechanically-activated hand for Joy, printed using the 3-D facility at Nemours DuPont Pediatrics.
Curren Collas was killed last February in his West Chester home when a 136-pound, six-drawer Ikea dresser tipped over on him.
A Chester County service dog group is holding a picnic later this month to celebrate its 25th Anniversary.
A meeting 42 years in the making: Mike Rafferty and Christie Leonard finally met in Philly after decades as pen pals.
Join CBS Philadelphia at Rivers Casino for the chance to become a contestant on SURVIVOR.
The Hard Rock Atlantic City hosted its seventh annual Out of the Darkness Walk benefiting the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention.
Nearly one month ago, the owner of Facebook and Instagram came to a landmark settlement with 48 states, including Pennsylvania.
Knicks President Leon Rose, who hails from Cherry Hill, and Executive Vice President William "World Wide Wes" Wesley, who was born and raised in Camden, were honored.
A meeting 42 years in the making: Mike Rafferty and Christie Leonard finally met in Philly after decades as pen pals.
Nearly one month ago, the owner of Facebook and Instagram came to a landmark settlement with 48 states, including Pennsylvania.
Officials along the Jersey Shore are preparing for potential flooding and erosion from a possible nor'easter this week.
New parking rules for Eagles home games could throw a wrench into some long-standing tailgating traditions.
A nor'easter developing off the East Coast will bring several days of rough conditions to the Jersey Shore and Delaware beaches this week.
A meeting 42 years in the making: Mike Rafferty and Christie Leonard finally met in Philly after decades as pen pals.
Patients increasingly need temporary housing while they receive medical treatment, and a nonprofit is filling the gap.
The city-owned statue was moved Wednesday after spending several months inside the museum as part of an art exhibition.
Data centers have sparked national controversy, but Pennsylvania has been a particular focal point.
Before the Olney "house of horrors" investigation made headlines, the Philly probe began with Eugene Horsch's arrest in June.
The Hard Rock Atlantic City hosted its seventh annual Out of the Darkness Walk benefiting the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention.
Knicks President Leon Rose, who hails from Cherry Hill, and Executive Vice President William "World Wide Wes" Wesley, who was born and raised in Camden, were honored.
Officials along the Jersey Shore are preparing for potential flooding and erosion from a possible nor'easter this week.
Gov. Mikie Sherrill's administration fined a data center in Vineland $1.07 million for violating the New Jersey Air Pollution Control Act Tuesday.
The Ferris wheel at Gillian's Wonderland Pier, one of the most recognizable landmarks in Ocean City, will soon be demolished.
A nor'easter developing off the East Coast will bring several days of rough conditions to the Jersey Shore and Delaware beaches this week.
A cat named Bessie saved a Norristown, Pennsylvania, family from a 1934 house fire, and her heroic story now teaches children about fire safety.
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.
Patients increasingly need temporary housing while they receive medical treatment, and a nonprofit is filling the gap.
Health officials are warning of a possible measles exposure at Philadelphia International Airport, and it's not related to the case at CHOP.
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.
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
SEPTA's "Accelerate" plan would see upgrades across the system, including new train cars, shorter wait times and station updates.
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.
Zack Wheeler struck out 11, including a franchise-record seven in a row to start the game, and the Phillies inched closer to clinching a playoff spot with a 6-4 victory over the Milwaukee Brewers.
Chicago Bears quarterback Tyson Bagent has been placed in the NFL concussion protocol, according to a person familiar with the situation, adding another wrinkle to the team's plans for Monday night's game against Philadelphia.
New parking rules for Eagles home games could throw a wrench into some long-standing tailgating traditions.
A victim of alleged hazing at Cheltenham High School testified in court Monday for the first time in nearly eight hours of preliminary hearings against four of his former coaches.
Zach Ertz is returning to the Philadelphia Eagles with tight end Dallas Goedert expected to miss a few weeks with an MCL sprain, according to multiple reports.
An autopsy by the Greenville County Coroner's Office determined Hayden Panettiere's death was due to an accidental overdose of several drugs, including fentanyl.
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.
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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 nor'easter developing off the East Coast will bring several days of rough conditions to the Jersey Shore and Delaware beaches this week. Exactly just what we can expect isn't clear yet. In this update recorded on Wednesday evening, Chief Meteorologist Bill Kelly explains what the NEXT Weather team is watching this week.
Patty Neeb regularly hosts families who are in the Philadelphia area for medical care through the nonprofit organization Hosts for Hospitals.
Ocean City, New Jersey, is again preparing for shifting sands as a possible nor'easter threatens the coast. The storm could cause erosion soon after the Army Corps of Engineers finished a $19.5 million replenishment project to shore up the beaches.
The FBI and other law enforcement took down a major drug trafficking ring connected to a Mexican cartel and operating in Philadelphia, officials announced Wednesday. Ten people, including the alleged ringleaders, have been indicted in the cast.
Philadelphia's iconic Rocky statue has a new home at the top of the Art Museum steps. CBS News Philadelphia's Madeleine Wright reports.