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Pets give older adults companionship and a way to connect with the community, but low income seniors can struggle with providing their pet's basic needs. That's where Gen Philly and PAWS, the Philadelphia Animal Welfare Society, comes in.
Some students and alumni are not happy about the change.
Artist Nathaniel Lee with the Mural Arts program is leading a team of volunteers in restoring the mural.
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) began their probe after an employee was hospitalized at the theme park last month.
A Franciscan friar is cycling hundreds of miles on a pilgrimage to help the poor. His latest stop is Philadelphia. Eyewitness News anchor Ukee Washington got a chance to meet the brother behind this Brotherly Love story.
15-year-old Jordan loves competition and he's serious about his education.
National Night Out is an annual event that occurs the first Tuesday in August.
Police Commissioner Charles Ramsey acknowledges there's been a larger than usual number of hit and run accidents in the city lately, and he puts the onus on drivers.
The summer season may be nearing an end, but you would never guess it based on all the events happening in the Wildwoods in August.
The Knights of Columbus, a Catholic men's organization which promotes charitable works, convenes its international convention in Philadelphia this week.
Despite the large field, there's only one diamond shared by nine girl softball teams.
In just two days, the GoFund Me page for 37-year-old Danecia Berrian and her baby girl has been shard 3,000 times, raising nearly $17,000 of the $50,000 goal.
More than 70 films will be shown over the course of four days to hundreds of movie buffs.
Improving community relations and making neighbors feel safe was the focus of the District Attorney's community walk through Northern Liberties Wednesday.
The Backpack Challenge was born in Philadelphia and has now expanded to other cities, including Atlanta, Baltimore and Cleveland.
The 11th annual 40th Street Summer Series allows guests to enjoy variety of great, live music and entertainment while never having to reach into their wallets.
A local grocery store owner wanted to help families in need, and he wanted it to be personal. Eyewitness News anchor Ukee Washington was there as the man surprised a family with a generous gift.
A group of parishioners from a church in Ridgewood, Bergen County will be sleeping on the ground inside buildings that contain insect and bird exhibits.
To paraphrase the 2003 movie "Barbershop," Duerward Beale believes something as simple as a haircut can change the way a man feels about the electoral process.
Eric Martin and Portia Martin own Centra-Spike Incorporated in Fort Washington. According to investigators, they stole the identities of at least 8 people and used that information to apply for loans.
The Skin Cancer Foundation's Road to Healthy Skin Tour's 38-foot customized RV will be parked outside the Rite Aid at 1035 County Line Road in Huntingdon Valley.
The pilot program is called SafeGrowth. It will address safety issues around certain commercial districts in the city.
The opening of the Dallas-based Studio Movie Grill, which has chosen 69th Street as its first location in the entire state, is expected to help restore luster to the historic strip.
A demonstration was presented this past week in Council Chambers at Chester City Hall.
The festivities kicked off at Dilworth Park with speakers and live performances by musicians with disabilities.
Chopper 3 was over the fire, showing firefighters on the roof battling the blaze in the 1500 block of Clayton Road in Wilmington.
Jaylen Brown says he's "still processing" the blockbuster trade that sent him from the Boston Celtics to the Philadelphia 76ers.
More than 20 people were treated for heat-related injuries at a Union Pacific Big Boy whistle stop event in Berks County, police said.
The Sixers on Thursday agreed to a two-year contract with free agent guard Anfernee Simons, according to a report.
The YMCA of Eastern Delaware County has switched to what it calls a "hot schedule" to reduce campers' exposure to the blistering sun.
Day 4 of the heat wave continues Thursday in the Philadelphia region as temperatures hit the low 100s.
Chopper 3 was over the fire, showing firefighters on the roof battling the blaze in the 1500 block of Clayton Road in Wilmington.
Jaylen Brown says he's "still processing" the blockbuster trade that sent him from the Boston Celtics to the Philadelphia 76ers.
More than 20 people were treated for heat-related injuries at a Union Pacific Big Boy whistle stop event in Berks County, police said.
The Sixers on Thursday agreed to a two-year contract with free agent guard Anfernee Simons, according to a report.
More than 20 people were treated for heat-related injuries at a Union Pacific Big Boy whistle stop event in Berks County, police said.
The Sixers on Thursday agreed to a two-year contract with free agent guard Anfernee Simons, according to a report.
The YMCA of Eastern Delaware County has switched to what it calls a "hot schedule" to reduce campers' exposure to the blistering sun.
Taylor Swift is giving a much-needed boost to a food bank in her native Berks County, Pennsylvania.
A Philadelphia police officer shot and killed a man following an incident outside a children's hospital Thursday morning.
New Jersey is set to charge companies whose workers have Medicaid health coverage.
Communities in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware are planning fireworks and other celebrations to mark America's 250th birthday.
As temperatures climb to dangerous levels, Camden County police are going door to door to make sure older residents have what they need to stay safe.
The annual 3% increase affects trains, buses, light rail and the Access Link. It comes as commuters have been dealing with service issues.
A car went up in flames after crashing into a building along NJ 47/Delsea Drive in Vineland, New Jersey, around 1 a.m. Monday.
Chopper 3 was over the fire, showing firefighters on the roof battling the blaze in the 1500 block of Clayton Road in Wilmington.
Communities in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware are planning fireworks and other celebrations to mark America's 250th birthday.
City council members in Wilmington, Delaware, want Kadir Skinner's family to be able to review bodycam footage within the next 72 hours.
Delaware Sen. Chris Coons was injured in a crash that involved several vehicles in Sussex County Sunday afternoon, he announced on social media.
Police say a 19-year-old pointed a gun at a crowd and then fled from police, and an officer shot him during a foot pursuit.
New Jersey is set to charge companies whose workers have Medicaid health coverage.
Sierra Kile will join Phillies legends Charlie Manuel and Jimmy Rollins on Thursday to raise awareness about heart disease.
Medical teams are taking extra precautions during the heat wave, with thousands of visitors still expected to arrive at the FIFA Fan Festival at Lemon Hill.
Hospitals in the Philadelphia region are gearing up for an expected increase in patients with heat-related illnesses.
Philadelphia will declare a heat health emergency when the heat index reaches 100, which is expected on Wednesday.
New Jersey is set to charge companies whose workers have Medicaid health coverage.
Target is voluntarily recalling two types of baby wipes due to concerns that the products may be contaminated with bacteria that may cause "serious and life-threatening infections," the U.S. Food and Drug Administration said on Friday.
The Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board says it will begin approving the extended-hours permits for Philadelphia businesses within the next week.
Two top-rated and critically acclaimed restaurants in the Philadelphia area are receiving a new honor.
Sportswear brand Mitchell & Ness is opening a new three-story flagship store in Center City Philadelphia.
A major rail injection saw service suspensions and delays after a SEPTA Regional Rail train derailed Wednesday in Philadelphia.
Three men died in a plane crash in Maryland Saturday night, police said.
Organizers say they want the FIFA Fan Festival in Philadelphia to be "soccer Coachella" for fans from around the world.
SEPTA and its police union have tentatively agreed to a new contract, averting a strike during a busy summer in Philadelphia.
Traffic is backed up on I-95 North in Philadelphia because of a crash near East Allegheny Avenue.
The Sixers on Thursday agreed to a two-year contract with free agent guard Anfernee Simons, according to a report.
Sierra Kile will join Phillies legends Charlie Manuel and Jimmy Rollins on Thursday to raise awareness about heart disease.
Jaylen Brown, who was traded by the Boston Celtics to the 76ers, is comforting a young 6-year-old fan who was heartbroken by the news.
As a potentially historic heat wave hits Philadelphia, many fans made cooling off their first priority during Wednesday's Phillies game.
Trea Turner hit a three-run home run during a five-run second inning, and the Philadelphia Phillies beat struggling Pittsburgh ace Paul Skenes and the Pirates 10-6.
Victor Willis, lead singer of the disco group Village People, whose hit "Y.M.C.A." became a fixture at rallies for President Trump, has died at the age of 74, his wife and the band said.
There appear to be new clues about the location of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding.
Clive Davis helped shape the careers of music stars including Janis Joplin, Bruce Springsteen and Whitney Houston.
Over 80 costumes by award-winning costume designer Ruth E. Carter are on display at the African American Museum in Philadelphia.
Brazilian fans visiting Philadelphia for the World Cup are avoiding dressing the Rocky statue in their team colors.
Ukee Washington reports.
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Natasha Brown reports.
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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.
A Philadelphia police officer shot and killed a man following an incident outside St. Christopher's Hospital for Children on Thursday morning, police said. CBS News Philadelphia reporter Ross DiMattei has the latest.
A lot of heart will be on display Thursday when the Phillies take on the Pirates at Citizens Bank Park. Sierra Kile, whose father, MLB pitcher Darryl Kile, died at 33 due to a heart attack, will help raise awareness on heart health.
Ahead of America's 250th birthday, the Red, White and Blue To-Do parade and celebration kicks off Thursday in Philadelphia's historic Old City district.
Multiple people are out of their homes after a fire broke out in an apartment on Chestnut Street around 11:30 p.m. Wednesday. Philadelphia fire officials said no one was hurt.
Thursday and Friday are likely to be the hottest days of this dangerous heat wave, with temperatures feeling like 110 or higher in the warmest hours of the day. NEXT Weather Meteorologist Kate Bilo has the latest forecast and is tracking when we could see relief.