Halloween wildfire in Downe Township, NJ burns 120 acres, officials say
A wildfire in Downe Township, Cumberland County, has burned 120 acres as of Sunday morning, the New Jersey Forest Fire Service said.
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A wildfire in Downe Township, Cumberland County, has burned 120 acres as of Sunday morning, the New Jersey Forest Fire Service said.
We just wrapped up our driest October in recorded history. The lack of rain has also been a factor in the outbreak of wildfires. The New Jersey Forest Fire Service is trying to contain the so-called “Halloween Fire" burning in Downe Township, Cumberland County. It has spread to 120 acres and is about 75% contained at this time. The cause of the Halloween Fire remains under investigation.
Family and friends gathered to remember Bonnie Hitchens, a mother of five who was shot and killed over the weekend.
Two people have been arrested in connection with the shooting death of Bonnie Hitchens, a mom of five, in Millville, New Jersey. Family and friends gathered to remember her Monday evening.
Four people have been charged in connection with the death of Detective Sgt. Monica Mosley, who worked for the Cumberland County Prosecutor's Office.
Four people have been charged in connection with detective Sgt. Monica Mosley's death and home invasion earlier this month, the Cape May County Prosecutor's Office announced Monday.
New Jersey students and their coaches remembered Monica Mosley as a golf mentoring program began Wednesday night.
The opening day of Mentor on the Green, a golf mentoring program for kids in Cumberland County, New Jersey, took on new meaning Wednesday. Kids and coaches remembered Sgt. Monica Mosley, a detective and mentor with the program who police say was killed in a home invasion.
Funeral arrangements have been announced for Sgt. Monica Mosely. The detective in Cumberland County, New Jersey was shot and killed during a home invasion on Tuesday. No charges have been filed in the case and police continue to investigate. The funeral will be held next Saturday, October 26 at Bridgeton High School Auditorium.
Many people want answers after police say Mosley was shot and killed inside her own home in Bridgeton.
A detective with the Cumberland County Prosecutor's Office was killed in a home invasion on Tuesday night, police said.
Sgt. Monica Mosley of the Cumberland County Prosecutor's Office was found dead in her home on the 600 block of Buckshutem Road in Bridgeton, New Jersey, around 10:30 p.m. Tuesday.
Police in Bridgeton, New Jersey are investigating a home invasion that left a detective with the Cumberland County Prosecutor's Office dead Tuesday night.
Friends, family members and players gathered Monday to remember Coach Addiel Ortiz, who died in a crash in Vineland, New Jersey.
Friends, relatives, coaches and players gathered Monday night to remember youth football coach Addiel Ortiz, who recently died in a crash.
Dulce Alavez has been missing for five years, and her family is urging anyone with information to come forward.
Five years after 5-year-old Dulce Alavez disappeared from a park in Bridgeton, New Jersey, her family is looking for answers and urging anyone with information to come forward.
According to police, the motorcycle, operated by Ortiz, was riding eastbound on Maple Avenue when it struck a Chevrolet Traverse making a left turn into the Joseph E. Romano Sports Complex entrance.
Two people in New Jersey have died from West Nile virus this year, state health officials said Friday.
A woman, identified by police as Zyair Dennis, is charged with trespassing after officials say she jumped a fence to get into a tiger enclosure at the Cohanzick Zoo in Bridgeton.
Police say Zyair Dennis was charged with trespassing after tipsters sent posts from her social media to police.
Police in Bridgeton, New Jersey are looking for a woman who allegedly hopped a fence and got up close to a tiger enclosure at the Cohanzick Zoo.
Young author Faith Johnson discovered her abilities were endless at Woodruff School, and now she inspires others with her stories.
Faith Johnson, an 18-year-old living with cerebral palsy, found her passion to be an author and motivational speaker at the Woodruff School in New Jersey.
Three men were killed in a crash early Sunday morning in Millville, New Jersey, police said.
Police believe a social media beef might have led to a shooting that injured a 16-year-old in East Germantown Friday night.
Archaeology students from Penn are joining community members to uncover the history of a historic Black neighborhood in West Philly that was demolished decades ago in the name of urban renewal.
Raymond "R.C." Horsch, who lived at the so-called "house of horrors" in Olney until he died, was as intelligent as he was a monster and preyed on vulnerable women, law enforcement sources said.
Wanda the therapy donkey has a packed schedule in Bucks County, bringing joy and comfort to seniors.
Gregory Taylor says his son, Xavier, is still on a ventilator, but they're hopeful and steadfast in their faith.
Raymond "R.C." Horsch, who lived at the so-called "house of horrors" in Olney until he died, was as intelligent as he was a monster and preyed on vulnerable women.
Police believe a social media beef might have led to a shooting that injured a 16-year-old in East Germantown Friday night.
Ed Sheeran is set to take the stage in Philadelphia for the first stop on his tour since Macklemore was dropped from the lineup over pro-Palestinian comments.
Archaeology students from Penn are joining community members to uncover the history of a historic Black neighborhood in West Philly that was demolished decades ago in the name of urban renewal.
Wanda the therapy donkey has a packed schedule in Bucks County, bringing joy and comfort to seniors.
Police believe a social media beef might have led to a shooting that injured a 16-year-old in East Germantown Friday night.
Archaeology students from Penn are joining community members to uncover the history of a historic Black neighborhood in West Philly that was demolished decades ago in the name of urban renewal.
Raymond "R.C." Horsch, who lived at the so-called "house of horrors" in Olney until he died, was as intelligent as he was a monster and preyed on vulnerable women, law enforcement sources said.
Wanda the therapy donkey has a packed schedule in Bucks County, bringing joy and comfort to seniors.
Jonathan Greenard's Eagles debut will have to wait. The outside linebacker was ruled out against the Titans for the second straight week with a pectoral injury.
Gregory Taylor says his son, Xavier, is still on a ventilator, but they're hopeful and steadfast in their faith.
North Wildwood police say a man drowned in the ocean near Second Avenue on Wednesday.
The shooting happened around 7:20 a.m. Friday at the convenience store at the corner of Route 37 and Garfield Avenue, prosecutors said.
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.
Circle S: Second Chance Ranch in Sicklerville also has its own nonprofit to support its rescue mission and give back to the community.
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.
Tuesday will bring plenty of sunshine, low humidity and light winds in the Philadelphia region, all ingredients to spend time outside.
Concerns are growing in Wilmington, Delaware, after separate shootings over the weekend left two people dead, including a teen.
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.
A 40-year-old woman died on Saturday from complications associated with measles, the coroner reported.
Four vaccinated people in Pennsylvania have contracted measles, health officials say.
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
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.
SEPTA has resumed service on three Regional Rail lines after downed Amtrak wires caused a suspension on Monday.
Gregory Taylor says his son, Xavier, is still on a ventilator, but they're hopeful and steadfast in their faith.
Jonathan Greenard's Eagles debut will have to wait. The outside linebacker was ruled out against the Titans for the second straight week with a pectoral injury.
The Phillies beat the Mets 3-0 Thursday night to tie the Cubs for the top NL wild card.
South Jersey athletes, Mount Holly native 9-year-old Demtrius Vanderpoel and Haddon Township native 14-year-old Alyssa Mattiacci, are in the running for the Youth Athlete of the Year title.
With Jesús Luzardo on the injured list, the Phillies on Thursday claimed veteran José Urquidy off waivers from the White Sox
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.
The Landmark Ritz Five movie theater in Philadelphia's Old City neighborhood has reopened after a brief closure.
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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.
With controversy swirling around Ed Sheeran and Macklemore ahead of Sheeran's upcoming show at Lincoln Financial Field, Philadelphia radio legend and music historian Patty Jackson said she expects fans to see more artists mixing music and politics.
It's not only commuters and farmers paying more to fill up their vehicles over the last few months. It's been the same story for airlines.
Grant Gilmore has the latest NEXT Weather forecast for the Philadelphia region on a comfy Friday night.
A viewer shared video with CBS News Philadelphia showing the moment a massive tree fell on two cars on Belmont Avenue in Bala Cynwyd, Pennsylvania, Thursday afternoon. Two people sustained injuries that appear to be minor, police said.
From bottles to food scraps, students have unearthed thousands of artifacts that offer a glimpse into the lives of residents from Black Bottom, West Philadelphia's first Black neighborhood.