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"Cure Violence" is already at works in some neighborhoods in several cities, including Philadelphia.
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"Cure Violence" is already at works in some neighborhoods in several cities, including Philadelphia.
Instead of throwing the shells in the trash, they are placed in bins and picked up by a nonprofit, New Jersey-based environmental group, the BaySave Foundation.
After violence between blacks and Asians erupted at South Philly High, Wei Chen organized a Chinese-American Student Association at the school, and led peaceful walkouts to draw attention to racial violence there.
Fifty Delaware coworkers are $20,000 richer.
A group of Villanova University law students have helped gain asylum in the United States for a Russian man who claims he was persecuted for years in his home country because he is gay.
An Atheist group protesting a Christmas sign in a South Jersey town is offering a reward after someone tried to light their billboard on fire.
Church officials have defrocked a United Methodist pastor from Pennsylvania who officiated his son's gay wedding in Massachusetts.
The crèche is a Christian tradition containing statues representing the baby Jesus in a stable in Bethlehem.
Who do you know who has changed the Black community for the better this past year?
Organizer Yoko Barnes says fair trade means that works are paid a living wage and no child laborors are used
New research shows that in cities where there are fewer men, violent crime is likely to spike.
The Philadelphia Police Foundation provides equipment to the police department not covered in the city's budget.
The Philadelphia Veterans Comfort House is a nonprofit agency near 41st and Baltimore that provides meals, shelter, and support to military veterans in need, all year round.
For this two-day "Santa's Workshop" at Robin's Nest, parents come in and "shop" for toys for their children.
Word is, the US attorney in Philadelphia is taking a long look into past DRPA spending, particularly on economic development projects.
Check the community cancellations received by CBS Philly for Tuesday evening, December 17, 2013.
The proposal, which has cleared an Assembly committee, would be targeted at those who live in the state and attend medical school here.
The Jewish Relief Agency lost more than $100,000 when its biggest fundraiser was canceled earlier this month due to an unexpected snowstorm.
Coming in fourth for job loss, the town's unemployment rate was a whopping 11.1% in October.
The former leader of Philadelphia's Catholics has been removed from a key Vatican panel, as part of a larger shakeup.
This year the drag queens, back for the second year, will be joined by a brand new group of marchers.
Mayor Nutter was more than happy to host the announcement as local Wells Fargo officials presented a check for $1.35 million, to be divvied up by six local nonprofits.
Rev. Frank Schaefer, in dark suit, was surrounded by supporters after annoucing he won't abide by Methodist Church rules banning same-sex marriages and won't give up his credentials.
Governor Tom Corbett says proper disposal of unused prescription drugs is important not just to stop abuse but to keep them out of the environment.
"My father taught me that we need to support where we come from, and we need to support it with time, with spirit, with money," she says. "And I believe that God leads us in everything that we do."
Brandon Marsh hit the longest homer of his career, Bryce Harper homered for the second straight game, and the Phillies tagged Michael Lorenzen for nine runs on 12 hits.
Liza Sylvia, "a mom to everyone," is molding the next generation of athletic trainers at Maple Shade High School in New Jersey.
A 7,000 square foot mini soccer pitch will replace the pickleball courts at Dilworth Park in Philadelphia through October.
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill and her family are moving into Drumthwacket, the governor's official residence in Princeton.
Philadelphia flight instructor John Aytch was giving a lesson about what to do when a plane loses power when that exact scenario occurred.
Ramesses Vazquez-Viana suffered burns to more than 90% of his body in the January 2025 plane crash in Northeast Philadelphia.
Brandon Marsh hit the longest homer of his career, Bryce Harper homered for the second straight game, and the Phillies tagged Michael Lorenzen for nine runs on 12 hits.
Liza Sylvia, "a mom to everyone," is molding the next generation of athletic trainers at Maple Shade High School in New Jersey.
A 7,000 square foot mini soccer pitch will replace the pickleball courts at Dilworth Park in Philadelphia through October.
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill and her family are moving into Drumthwacket, the governor's official residence in Princeton.
A 7,000 square foot mini soccer pitch will replace the pickleball courts at Dilworth Park in Philadelphia through October.
Philadelphia flight instructor John Aytch was giving a lesson about what to do when a plane loses power when that exact scenario occurred.
Ramesses Vazquez-Viana suffered burns to more than 90% of his body in the January 2025 plane crash in Northeast Philadelphia.
Police said the video shows a black SUV striking a 14-year-old boy riding his bike at the intersection of South York and School roads.
Philadelphia bars that want to stay open until 4 a.m. in June and July 2026 can now apply for a permit.
Liza Sylvia, "a mom to everyone," is molding the next generation of athletic trainers at Maple Shade High School in New Jersey.
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill and her family are moving into Drumthwacket, the governor's official residence in Princeton.
Shaun Stebbins was arrested for alleged child sexual assault and child pornography offenses dating back to 2014.
Officials said access is an issue for many in Burlington County, home to almost half a million residents.
North Wildwood declared an emergency about three weeks ago after a series of winter storms stripped away several feet of sand.
Police are investigating what they believe to be human remains, including a skull, found in a wooded area in Wilmington this weekend.
TSA officer and union representative LaShanda Palmer says several members are missing car payments and struggling to care for their families.
Two people were killed and two others were wounded in a shooting in Wilmington Tuesday afternoon, police said.
A 17-year-old is in custody and another person is wanted by police in connection with an armed robbery outside the Christiana Mall in Newark, Delaware.
Three people died in a car crash involving a drunk driver early Saturday morning in Wilmington, Delaware, police say.
Officials said access is an issue for many in Burlington County, home to almost half a million residents.
Ariana Ugarte is among about 500 children who have had kidney transplants at St. Christopher's Hospital for Children in Philadelphia.
The welcome blast of warm weather is a nice treat for the Philadelphia region, but it's also bringing a big increase in pollen, which will trigger symptoms in people who have spring allergies.
About 35% of adults in a recent study reported getting less sleep than they needed, a habit that can have serious health impacts.
The Philadelphia Phillies play regular-season baseball next week. Before then: a race around Citizens Bank Park.
FIFA officials have canceled hundreds of hotel rooms in Philadelphia previously booked for this summer.
The Franklin Mall in Northeast Philadelphia is set to reopen Friday after being because of a fire, a spokesperson said.
The Franklin Mall in Northeast Philadelphia is closed until further notice following a fire, a mall security official said.
Move over, Wawa, "there's a new player in town." Customers shed light on Pennsylvania's heated rivalry as Sheetz opened its first store in Montgomery County.
Former Sheetz president and CEO Steve Sheetz has died at age 77, the Altoona-based company announced on Monday.
Two temporarily shuttered TSA security checkpoints at PHL are back open, with another set to reopen next week.
SEPTA said it has bought 24 used Bombardier Comets railcars from the Montreal public transportation system, Exo.
A plane experiencing a steering issue made an emergency landing at Philadelphia International Airport on Wednesday.
The AI-powered cameras on SEPTA trolleys started rolling last month. Starting April 1, you can get a $51 ticket for violations.
After a long winter, many speed cushions in Philadelphia are in dire need of repair, and some have even damaged car tires.
Brandon Marsh hit the longest homer of his career, Bryce Harper homered for the second straight game, and the Phillies tagged Michael Lorenzen for nine runs on 12 hits.
Liza Sylvia, "a mom to everyone," is molding the next generation of athletic trainers at Maple Shade High School in New Jersey.
A 7,000 square foot mini soccer pitch will replace the pickleball courts at Dilworth Park in Philadelphia through October.
Ramesses Vazquez-Viana suffered burns to more than 90% of his body in the January 2025 plane crash in Northeast Philadelphia.
Patrick Kane scored a pivotal goal in a needed Detroit win in the same building where he scored a Stanley Cup Final winner to lead the Red Wings past the Philadelphia Flyers 4-2.
In Center City, Chris' Jazz Cafe draws crowds each Tuesday through Saturday for live performances. But behind the scenes, another kind of performance unfolds each night.
Philadelphia's renowned restaurant scene has scored seven finalists for the 2026 James Beard Foundation Awards in Chicago.
A Las Vegas performer has sued Taylor Swift over the title of her hit album "The Life of a Showgirl," alleging it violates the performer's trademark.
The price hike raises the cost of the standard plan with ads by $1 per month and the cost of the standard and premium plans by $2.
Chuck Norris' family said his death at 86 was sudden, but did not share any details on the cause.
Ukee Washington reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
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.
Tracking the NEXT big change for Easter Sunday. Bill Kelly has the forecast.
A young survivor of the Northeast Philly plane crash will take center court Friday night at Xfinity Mobile Arena, where 10-year-old Ramesses Vazquez-Viana will be honored before the Philadelphia 76ers vs. Minnesota Timberwolves game. Wakisha Bailey reports.
From encouraging athletes, treating cuts and always having bandage wraps handy, Maple Shade High School athletic trainer Liza Sylvia says it's a privilege of a lifetime to serve her student-athletes.
The port Richmond shop Czerw's Polish Kielbasa has been shelling out house-smoked meats to families for decades, but this year’s been a little emotional because of a loss in their family. Dan Snyder reports.
The port Richmond shop Czerw's Polish Kielbasa has been shelling out house-smoked meats to families for decades, but this year’s been a little emotional because of a loss in their family. Dan Snyder reports.