Katrina Blackwell becomes first female commissioner in Chester Police Department history
The Chester Police Department in Delaware County appointed its first female commissioner in its history Wednesday night.
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The Chester Police Department in Delaware County appointed its first female commissioner in its history Wednesday night.
Ahead of a final vote, residents in Delaware County expressed their opposition to a proposed 19% property tax increase during a meeting Monday night. The proposal comes just one year after the county approved a 23% hike.
Some Delaware County, Pa., residents fear another property tax hike will lead to homeowners being "taxed out of their homes."
Concern and skepticism are just some of the feelings many Delaware County residents are feeling as word continues to spread about another big property tax hike. CBS News Philadelphia investigative reporter Joe Holden reports.
A charter school that prepares students for careers in law enforcement and EMS could be coming to the former Valley Forge Military Academy campus.
Officials in Radnor, Pennsylvania, are considering a charter school for the former Valley Forge Military Academy campus. One family says it would be a great opportunity.
U.S. Customs and Border Protection said drugs seized from a package at a Delaware County international shipping service facility had a street value of more than $240,000.
In 2024, Delaware County enacted a 23% tax increase, despite concerns from residents.
Homeowners in Delaware County could soon be paying more after a 23% increase was put in place last year.
Families can apply for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program, a government program that helps cover winter energy bills.
Families can apply for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program, a government program that helps cover winter energy bills. CBS News Philadelphia reporter Madeleine Wright reports.
A little boy from Delaware County is getting his once-in-a-lifetime wish, just in time for the holidays.
For 5-year-old Angelo Declerico, Christmas came early. Angelo and his family are loaded up with gifts on their send-off to Disney World — a dream vacation granted by Make-A-Wish and Keystone First.
The driver responsible for the crash on Chester Pike in Prospect Park was cited for reckless driving, careless driving and an improper lane change.
A month after a violent multi-vehicle crash tore through a row of businesses in Prospect Park, Delaware County, several businesses are still struggling to recover.
Eastern University has agreed to buy part of Valley Forge Military Academy and College's campus in Wayne, Pennsylvania.
Delco has expanded a free program allowing students to earn up to 38 college credits toward a teaching degree while still in high school.
A man's body was found in a creek in Upper Chichester, Pennsylvania, over the weekend, police said.
Pennsylvania's teacher shortage is worsening, with thousands leaving the profession last year. In response, Delaware County is taking a new approach: creating a pipeline for future teachers that begins in high school. CBS News Philadelphia reporter Madeleine Wright reports.
Crews were sent out around 5:45 a.m. to a fire burning at the Immaculate Heart of Mary Roman Catholic Church on Second Street.
Pennsylvania is investing nearly $50 million into the production of season 2 of the HBO Delco crime drama series "Task."
Good Boy Recovery in Delaware County said the pipe was removed and the fox was set free.
A three-year-old boy died several days after he was critically injured along with his mother in a house fire in Chester, Pennsylvania.
"Task," the Delaware County crime drama series, will return for a second season, HBO announced Thursday.
The head of an opioid resource program is accused of giving women recovering from addiction gift cards and money in exchange for sex.
Kyle Schwarber delivered a clutch two-run double, helping the Phillies clinch the final NL wild-card berth.
Atlantic City Beach Patrol officials say this weekend's nor'easter caused the worst beach erosion the city has seen since Hurricane Sandy.
The Phillies avoided a historic collapse and beat the Rays in the final game of the regular season to finally clinch a spot in the wild-card vs. the Braves.
The Phillies' final regular-season game on Sunday is set to start at 2:30 p.m. in Philadelphia.
Authorities are searching for more victims after a wrestling coach and gym teacher was charged with serious sexual offenses.
Atlantic City Beach Patrol officials say this weekend's nor'easter caused the worst beach erosion the city has seen since Hurricane Sandy.
Kyle Schwarber delivered a clutch two-run double, helping the Phillies clinch the final NL wild-card berth.
The Phillies avoided a historic collapse and beat the Rays in the final game of the regular season to finally clinch a spot in the wild-card vs. the Braves.
Authorities are searching for more victims after a wrestling coach and gym teacher was charged with serious sexual offenses.
Sylvester Stallone was a struggling actor who wrote the perfect script for himself – and refused to sell it unless he played the title role. He talks about his new memoir, "The Steps," that recounts his rocky road to fame before and after "Rocky."
Authorities are searching for more victims after a wrestling coach and gym teacher was charged with serious sexual offenses.
A strong nor'easter continues to bring rain, damaging winds and coastal flooding to the Jersey Shore and Delaware beaches.
A water pipe at a vacant property in South Philadelphia has been leaking for nearly a year, ruining a nearby business lot.
Philadelphia is putting its own spin on the centuries-old German tradition with a South Street block party and a sausage festival.
A NEXT Weather Alert remains in effect through Sunday, mainly for the Jersey Shore, as a nor'easter continues to develop.
Atlantic City Beach Patrol officials say this weekend's nor'easter caused the worst beach erosion the city has seen since Hurricane Sandy.
New Jersey's former lieutenant governor is breaking his silence a day after resigning from office.
A man armed with a knife was shot and killed by two Middle Township police officers in Rio Grande on Friday, the New Jersey Attorney General's Office said.
Nine adults and a dog were rescued from flooded motel rooms in Egg Harbor Township, New Jersey, as a nor'easter hits the East Coast Saturday, police said.
A strong nor'easter continues to bring rain, damaging winds and coastal flooding to the Jersey Shore and Delaware beaches.
A strong nor'easter continues to bring rain, damaging winds and coastal flooding to the Jersey Shore and Delaware beaches.
A NEXT Weather Alert remains in effect through Sunday, mainly for the Jersey Shore, as a nor'easter continues to develop.
We finally have a much clearer picture of the nor'easter, and it's good news for Philadelphia.
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.
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.
Ciddianys Rodriguez's bakery, Ciddianys Bakery & Bistro, now has three thriving locations in Philadelphia.
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.
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.
Kyle Schwarber delivered a clutch two-run double, helping the Phillies clinch the final NL wild-card berth.
The Phillies avoided a historic collapse and beat the Rays in the final game of the regular season to finally clinch a spot in the wild-card vs. the Braves.
The Phillies' final regular-season game on Sunday is set to start at 2:30 p.m. in Philadelphia.
Aaron Nola was hit hard on two days' rest, and the Phillies bullpen unraveled in a 12-1 loss to the Rays, forcing Philadelphia to try and salvage a final-week collapse and play for an NL wild-card berth on the last day of the season.
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Sylvester Stallone was a struggling actor who wrote the perfect script for himself – and refused to sell it unless he played the title role. He talks about his new memoir, "The Steps," that recounts his rocky road to fame before and after "Rocky."
Madonna was up for 13 awards at the 2026 VMAs — the most of any nominee on MTV's biggest night.
Challenging documentaries and award-winning features are among the offerings of New York City's leading cinema event, starring such luminaries as Pedro Pascal, Adam Driver, Scarlett Johansson, Julianne Moore and Godzilla.
Taylor Swift announced her new single "Patient Zero" earlier this week, saying she has been "impatiently waiting" to announce that it will be out on Friday.
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.
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.
Andrew Kozak has the latest NEXT Weather forecast on the nor'easter that impacted the Philadelphia region over the weekend.
It took 162 games, but the Phillies punched their ticket to the postseason in the final game of the regular season on Sunday vs. the Rays.
The Phillies will play the Atlanta Braves in the wild-card Tuesday.
The nor'easter that battered the Jersey Shore is weakening and will move out of the region on Monday. Meteorologist Andrew Kozak has the NEXT Weather forecast.
About a half-mile stretch north of Steel Pier in Atlantic City was hit particularly hard by the nor'easter.