Independence Hall closed until January for U.S. 250th anniversary preps
Independence Hall will be closed until Jan. 28, 2026, as the site of the Declaration of Independence prepares for U.S. 250th celebrations.
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Independence Hall will be closed until Jan. 28, 2026, as the site of the Declaration of Independence prepares for U.S. 250th celebrations.
Historians at the Historical Society of Pennsylvania are looking at Philadelphia's past to prepare for the future.
Inside the Historical Society of Pennsylvania are documents young and old that have given the United States of America a blueprint to this very moment.
Inside the Historical Society of Pennsylvania are documents young and old that have given the United States of America a blueprint to this very moment.
The Red, White, and Blue To-Do is taking over Philadelphia's Old City on July 2, the day John Adams wanted to be Independence Day.
The session would be on July 2, 2026, in honor of the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.
The former Pennsylvania governor will help raise awareness and ensure an inclusive commemoration for the big birthday celebration in two years.
A major military celebration representing every major war the Navy has ever fought in, a series of democracy-focused "fireside chats" and much more are on the way as Philadelphia celebrates the lead up to America's 250th birthday on July 4, 2026.
Volunteers are cleaning up the grounds and returning head stones to their original positions.
A 200-year-old engraved printing of the Declaration of Independence is on display in Old City as the nation celebrates the 247th anniversary of the signing.
A 200-year-old engraved printing of the Declaration of Independence is on display in Philly as the nation celebrates the 247th anniversary of the signing.
There are plenty of events outside of Philadelphia celebrating the Fourth of July
On this day in 1948, Congress authorized the creation of the Independence National Historical Park, which includes the Liberty Bell Center, Independence Hall and several other historical sites.
A discussion of July 4th with Louise Stevenson, professor of History and American Studies at Franklin & Marshall College.
A priceless piece of American history is sitting in a records office in England and the woman who discovered it was in Philadelphia to talk about its importance.
Harvard University researchers say they've discovered a second parchment copy of the Declaration of Independence.
Author of Our Republican Constitution, Randy Barnett, explains to Chris Stigall the differences between a republican and a democracy.
It was on this date, 239 years ago, that residents of the colonies heard the first public reading of the Declaration of Independence, bringing the high-stakes rebellion into the spotlight.
Refer to this guide to the best dining, lodging and attractions in Washington D.C.
A reënactor portraying Col. John Nixon read the words of the Declaration of Independence to hundreds assembled in Independence Park, behind Independence Hall.
The annual tradition involving one of the most enduring symbols of this country's freedom took place Friday.
In the midst of celebrations in Philadelphia, we caught up with "Thomas Jefferson" (Steve Edenbo, in full character) at the National Constitution Center.
Chris Stigall spoke with former Pennsylvania Senator Rick Santorum on Talk Radio 1210 WPHT about a variety of topics in advance of the Fourth of July.
In celebration of Independence Day, several cities across the nation are hosting fun-filled activities by day and then concluding with spectacular pyrotechnic shows that can be viewed from miles away. Here are five of the best places in America to celebrate the Fourth of July
The early colonial settlements along the Eastern seaboard, including Boston, Charleston, New York, Philadelphia and Washington, DC, are among the best places for an historic vacation in the US.
Crews are battling a large fire at Lehigh Valley Hospital in Dickson City, Pennsylvania, Wednesday night.
Morning low temps Thursday in Philadelphia will be in the teens with wind chills in the single digits, but it will be sunny and in the low 30s in the afternoon.
Savannah Guthrie said she and her family were aware of reports of a ransom note and that they are "ready to talk."
It was only a few months ago that Pennsylvania passed the 2025 budget several months late, and now the process begins for this year.
A toddler and a dog from Los Angeles have a unique bond that came together thanks to a Philly doctor and a story from CBS News Philadelphia.
The museum on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway in Philadelphia is again named the Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Crews are battling a large fire at Lehigh Valley Hospital in Dickson City, Pennsylvania, Wednesday night.
Longtime Philadelphia Eagles offensive line coach Jeff Stoutland is leaving the organization.
Radnor police are investigating a reported rape on the campus of Eastern University in Delaware County.
Mayor Parker will announce details of another same-day work and pay initiative focusing on ADA ramps and areas near rec centers and schools.
Crews are battling a large fire at Lehigh Valley Hospital in Dickson City, Pennsylvania, Wednesday night.
A toddler and a dog from Los Angeles have a unique bond that came together thanks to a Philly doctor and a story from CBS News Philadelphia.
The museum on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway in Philadelphia is again named the Philadelphia Museum of Art.
A police officer in Norristown, Pennsylvania, is under investigation and on administrative leave after hitting a naked man with a patrol car.
Radnor police are investigating a reported rape on the campus of Eastern University in Delaware County.
A fire destroyed a home in Monroe Township, New Jersey, Tuesday night.
New Jersey has a few programs that can help residents set up payment plans as they deal with skyrocketing utilities bills.
New Jersey has less than a one-week supply of red blood cells and less than a day's supply of platelets, health officials say.
At the Child Family Center in Millville, New Jersey, lessons learned by preschoolers go far beyond ABCs and 123s.
Crossing guards in Gloucester City, New Jersey, are worried about their children navigating snowy, icy intersections.
The man whom Jill Biden divorced for the eventual 46th President of the United States is now in jail on murder charges.
A Delaware man is behind bars after he allegedly attacked two other men over a parking dispute, police say.
A teenager and a 21-year-old man were injured in a shooting in Wilmington Monday afternoon, police said.
Following Sunday's major winter storm, multiple businesses, organizations and event centers are staying closed on Monday.
With the Philadelphia region expecting a major snowstorm this weekend, here's the best choice of ice melt to keep you safe.
A toddler and a dog from Los Angeles have a unique bond that came together thanks to a Philly doctor and a story from CBS News Philadelphia.
New Jersey has less than a one-week supply of red blood cells and less than a day's supply of platelets, health officials say.
For Kolin and his family, CHOP was a home away from home while he waited for a heart transplant.
There's new hope for a devastating cancer in dogs that's often deadly because there are no early warning signs.
A Philadelphia nonprofit is finding job opportunities for people with mental health and intellectual challenges.
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 city says residents shouldn't park on a major stretch of South Broad Street in Philadelphia Tuesday for a snow removal operation.
Traffic is starting to move again on Roosevelt Boulevard after a fatal crash shut down the road in both directions Friday morning.
Snow-covered sidewalks, freezing temperatures and more have made commutes challenging for many public transit riders across Philadelphia.
Philadelphia is closing several roads in Center City Tuesday night to remove snow after a winter storm dumped nearly 10 inches over the weekend.
Transportation service will ramp up gradually Monday across the Philadelphia area following the weekend snowstorm.
Longtime Philadelphia Eagles offensive line coach Jeff Stoutland will not return for the 2026 season.
Gavin McKenna is facing multiple charges, including felony aggravated assault, according to court records.
The Philadelphia 76ers traded Jared McCain to the Oklahoma City Thunder for a first-round pick and three second-rounders.
Frank Reich and Aaron Glenn are teammates again with the New York Jets, looking to turn around the fortunes of a frustrated franchise.
American athletes are preparing for the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics. These are some of the top Team USA competitors to watch.
Mural Arts Philadelphia is looking for an artist or team of artists to design a mural honoring Boyz II Men's contributions to music and culture as the city celebrates America's 250th anniversary.
Chuck Negron, a founding member of Three Dog Night whose lead vocals powered a string of hits for one of the top rock acts of the late 1960s and early '70s has died. He was 83.
Bad Bunny used his Grammy acceptance speech on Sunday to denounce U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and call for the end of the ongoing immigration crackdown.
The 2026 Grammy Awards recognized the best of the best in music from last year, with big wins for Kendrick Lamar and Bad Bunny. Here's the full list of winners and nominees.
Complete closure of the performing arts center in Washington, D.C., will start on July 4, Mr. Trump said. It's not yet clear how extensive the changes to the building might be.
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.
Bill Kelly says temperatures will plummet in the Philadelphia region this weekend due to a blast of Arctic air. Here's the NEXT Weather forecast.
Concerned parents, teachers and neighbors packed into a conference room at Overbrook Elementary in West Philadelphia to share their concerns about saving the historic school from closure.
Radnor police are investigating a reported rape on the campus of Eastern University in Delaware County, Pennsylvania.
"Today" show co-host Savannah Guthrie and her siblings, Camron and Annie Guthrie, released an emotional video Wednesday night pleading for the return of their mother.
A church fire forced part of Roosevelt Boulevard to close Wednesday, but it has since reopened.