DNA played key role in arresting suspect in fatal stabbing of Upper Darby HS student
The killing of 15-year-old Michael Garr rocked the Upper Darby community in 2023.
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The killing of 15-year-old Michael Garr rocked the Upper Darby community in 2023.
Marson Weh, 23, was arrested for Garr's murder. He's currently in a Ohio jail cell and will be extradited back to Pennsylvania.
Authorities in Delaware County announced arrests in two separate homicides in Upper Darby last year.
Herman Stigall, 20, has been charged with the murder of a worshiper outside Masjid Al Madinah Islamic Center on South 69th Street in Upper Darby, Delaware County.
Authorities in Delaware County will discuss the arrests and the latest on the investigation in a news conference at 2 p.m. Wednesday.
Ed Brown, a Democrat, was officially sworn in as Upper Darby Township's first Black mayor. During the ceremony he spoke about his diverse transition team.
Some residents on Florence Avenue in Collingdale said they still can't live in their homes because their utilities remain shut off.
Brown, a Democrat, defeated Republican Brian Burke to become the first Black mayor of the municipality.
Ridley Park alerted residents and business owners earlier this month that to close the gap in next year's budget, taxes would be raised by 17%.
Ridley Park Borough Council voted Thursday to approve a 17% property tax increase. Residents expressed anger and disappointment at the decision.
CBS News Philadelphia introduces you to one Delaware County family sitting in the stands who stole the hearts of fans watching at home.
You're running out of time to get your gifts and holiday essentials. People in Delaware County did their last-minute shopping at the Manoa Center in Havertown.
This week, flooding impacted roads and families around Philadelphia, the "Rosie Girls" program changes the faces of a male-dominated industry, the Joy of Sharing Toy Drive and much more.
Part of a vacant church in Chester, Delaware County, collapsed after a three-alarm fire caused severe damage to the building.
The Sunday night storm flooded waterways around the Philadelphia region, disrupting traffic and even sparking some evacuations around the Philadelphia region.
The threat of a 17% tax increase for residents in Ridley Park, Delaware County, remains on the table due to Taylor Hospital's parent company owing $300,000 in taxes.
The threat of a 17% tax increase for residents in Ridley Park, Delaware County, remains on the table.
Flooding from heavy rain overnight led to some residents in Darby borough having to evacuate their homes Monday.
Residents say they were woken up by pounding on their doors and flashing lights. Some even had to scoop up their pets and head out on a boat.
A church closed by a massive asbestos abatement project was formally rededicated at a special Mass Saturday afternoon.
A Sharon Hill police officer was charged with rape and other offenses for allegedly sexually assaulting three minors, according to a criminal docket.
A student walking their dog off-campus near Widener University was attacked after getting into a fight with another dog walker, the university said.
Widener University said a student walking their dog was attacked with a knife early Friday morning after an argument with another dog walker.
This week, we got behind-the-scenes footage at USPS during the holiday season, Camden students explored new medical opportunities, the Adventure Aquarium's Christmas Underwater and much more.
Considered by many to be the nation's longest veterans parade, Wreaths Across America stopped is stopping at the Delaware County Veterans Memorial in Newtown Square as the 13-truck convoy continues on its annual "Escort to Arlington." Vietnam veteran Ralph Galati, who helped organize the local stop, joined CBS Philadelphia to talk about why the Wreaths Across America mission is so important.
A jury found Paul Caneiro guilty in February of murdering his brother, sister-in-law, niece and nephew before setting their New Jersey mansion on fire in 2018.
Philadelphians will cast their votes today in the 2026 Pennsylvania primary in several races, including two ballot questions for city residents.
A high temperature of 98 degrees is forecast for the Philadelphia region Tuesday afternoon, which would not only break the daily record.
Some South Philadelphia residents are relieved after they say police shut down a theft ring on their block.
Bryson Stott hit a two-run homer with two outs in the eighth inning and Jhoan Duran worked a 1-2-3 ninth as the Philadelphia Phillies extended their winning streak to five games with a 5-4 win over the Cincinnati Reds.
Before heading to the polls, here's what Pennsylvania voters need to know about the 2026 primary election.
A jury found Paul Caneiro guilty in February of murdering his brother, sister-in-law, niece and nephew before setting their New Jersey mansion on fire in 2018.
Philadelphians will cast their votes today in the 2026 Pennsylvania primary in several races, including two ballot questions for city residents.
In a sea of Democrats, what separates each of the four candidates in the Pennsylvania 3rd Congressional District primary?
A high temperature of 98 degrees is forecast for the Philadelphia region Tuesday afternoon, which would not only break the daily record.
Philadelphians will cast their votes today in the 2026 Pennsylvania primary in several races, including two ballot questions for city residents.
Some South Philadelphia residents are relieved after they say police shut down a theft ring on their block.
A fire at The Black Sheep Pub and Restaurant in Center City was placed under control Monday night, the Philadelphia Fire Department said.
A crash involving a tractor-trailer in Chester County shut down the Route 30 Bypass Monday night.
A teenager is in critical condition after a driver hit him on Cottman Avenue Monday afternoon, Philadelphia police say.
A jury found Paul Caneiro guilty in February of murdering his brother, sister-in-law, niece and nephew before setting their New Jersey mansion on fire in 2018.
Crews are searching for a swimmer who went missing in Ocean City, New Jersey, on Monday night, the Coast Guard said.
Scientists are buzzing about Triantha x novacaesariensis, a newly identified plant found in New Jersey's Pine Barrens.
New Jersey wants to help bars and restaurants cash in on the FIFA World Cup by letting them sell more alcohol during the 39-day tournament.
Research conducted by one of New Jersey's largest credit unions found a trip down the Jersey Shore is going to cost 11% more this year on average.
The historic Mother African Union Church in Wilmington, Delaware, was destroyed in a fire early Sunday morning.
A Delaware man is in custody after he barricaded himself and started a fire inside a Wawa store on Limestone Road, police say.
A New Castle County, Delaware, refinery is starting repairs that could increase its sulfur dioxide emissions levels past permitted limits.
At 108 years old, Susan Young Browne still exercises, drives and visits the Dover, Delaware, senior center she's been a member of for more than 50 years.
Delaware State University students are taking off from Chandelle Airport in Dover as they work to become future Army aviators.
Life is back to normal for 21-year-old Gianna Parrillo-Shennard, whose life was saved by Jefferson Health's mobile stroke unit.
At least 80 deaths have been reported in a new Ebola disease outbreak in Congo and Uganda, authorities said.
NAMI Montgomery County is hosting a mental health awareness and fundraising walk for the organization's free mental health programs.
The head of the World Health Organization says "our work is not over" to contain hantavirus after evacuations from a cruise ship hit by a deadly outbreak of the illness.
Doctors in New Jersey say an illness known as CHS that affects cannabis users is on the rise.
The 2026 PGA Championship at Aronimink Golf Club is a huge boost for Pottstown, Pennsylvania-based Lessen the Loads.
Bars and restaurants in Newtown Square are gearing up for an influx of customers as the 2026 PGA Championship is here.
If you dine out in Philadelphia during the 2026 FIFA World Cup events, you could end up paying more.
Bimbo Bakeries USA employs over 20,000 people and has been headquartered in Horsham, Pennsylvania, for the past 17 years.
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A crash involving a tractor-trailer in Chester County shut down the Route 30 Bypass Monday night.
SEPTA on Monday announced its plans to get fans to and from six World Cup matches in Philadelphia and the fan festival at Lemon Hill.
A Delaware woman died in a multi-vehicle crash on I-95 in South Philadelphia Tuesday night while her 4-year-old daughter was in the backseat, state police said.
A serious crash in Hainesport, New Jersey, forced Route 38 to close Thursday night.
The ramp from Front Street to northbound I-95 and the ramp from southbound I-95 to Front Street will reopen the afternoon of May 8 until the morning of May 11.
Bryson Stott hit a two-run homer with two outs in the eighth inning and Jhoan Duran worked a 1-2-3 ninth as the Philadelphia Phillies extended their winning streak to five games with a 5-4 win over the Cincinnati Reds.
SEPTA on Monday announced its plans to get fans to and from six World Cup matches in Philadelphia and the fan festival at Lemon Hill.
On Monday, May 18, the merchandise tent at Aronimink Golf Club is open to the public for one day of last-minute shopping, where all remaining items are 50% off.
The 2026 PGA Championship at Aronimink Golf Club brought roughly 200,000 golf fans to Newtown Square, Delaware County.
Rory McIlroy's frustrating final round at the PGA Championship boiled over with an angry exchange with a fan after a "U-S-A!" shout from the gallery at Aronimink Golf Club.
Uzo Aduba and Darren Criss announced the 2026 Tony nominees for select categories on "CBS Mornings" on Tuesday.
If you dine out in Philadelphia during the 2026 FIFA World Cup events, you could end up paying more.
Call Your Mother, a Washington D.C. based bagel and deli chain, now has the keys to Metropolitan's Rittenhouse Square location.
The Philadelphia Museum of Art is embracing a statue it once kept at arm's length.
The "Dog Days Are Over" for the Flyers, but their return to the playoffs comes at the cost of the Florence + the Machine concert.
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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.
The Philadelphia area could break another heat record on Tuesday as temperature soar into the upper 90s. Doctors say it's important to drink lots of water – before you get thirsty – and to consider staying indoors instead of exercising outside.
Pennsylvania State Police are investigating what led to a deadly multi-vehicle crash on Route 30 in Chester County, Pennsylvania, on Monday night. The crash happened in a construction zone and involved four vehicles, including a tractor trailer.
Finnish divers have recovered two more bodies from an underwater cave in the Maldives where a group of Italian divers went missing last week. Officials say the bodies were found deep inside the cave system, about 200 feet below the surface.
Fire crews were called out — twice — to The Black Sheep pub in Center City on Monday night and Tuesday morning after a fire broke out and then rekindled hours later.
Health officials in the Congo say at least 131 people have died and more than 500 cases have been reported amid an ongoing Ebola outbreak. The rising numbers come as an American doctor who was working in the Democratic Republic of Congo tested positive for the virus and was evacuated to Germany for treatment.