Delaware River Fest kicks off the start of 2023 River Days
Many people took to the banks of the Delaware River to kick off the Delaware River Festival.
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Delaware River Fest kicks off 2023 River Days
The event marks the start of the 2023 River Days, a series that features nature-inspired events throughout the tri-state area through October
Groundbreaking held in Philadelphia for new park that will connect Old City to the Delaware River
The project will close I-95 overnight while construction is ongoing.
I-95 cap project to close Walnut Street pedestrian bridge in Philadelphia for 4 years
PennDOT said the project will keep the bridge closed until 2027 but should improve connections between Center City and the Delaware River waterfront.
Man's body pulled from Delaware River in South Philadelphia: police
A man's body was found floating in the Delaware River in South Philadelphia by the Navy Yard on Sunday, police said.
Man arrested after stealing boat from marina in Philadelphia: police
The Coast Guard made an arrest on the Delaware River after they say someone stole a docked sailboat from a marina in Philadelphia.
Man arrested after allegedly stealing boat from Philadelphia marina, police say
The Coast Guard made an arrest on the Delaware River after they say someone stole a docked sailboat from a marina in Philadelphia.
US Coast Guard, hazmat team responding to oil spill at Philadelphia Navy Yard
Chopper 3 was overhead the Philadelphia Navy Yard site Thursday, where an oil sheen could be seen in the water.
Oil sheen seen by Chopper 3 in Delaware River at the Philadelphia Navy Yard
Chopper 3 was overhead the Philadelphia Navy Yard site Thursday, where what appears to be an oil sheen could be seen.
Officials "Strongly believe" body of 2-year-old recovered from Delaware River is Mattie Sheils
Upper Makefield Police believe the body of a two-year-old girl recovered in the Delaware River Friday was missing Mattie Sheils.
BREAKING: Body of young child pulled from Delaware River
The Coast Guard tells CBS News Philadelphia first responders have pulled the body of a young child from the Delaware River. We're working to learn more information about the age and gender of the child. READ MORE: https://cbsloc.al/3OnPxh8
Pixar mini golf course opening at Philadelphia's Penn's Landing
Pixar Putt Philadelphia features golf holes themed after Toy Story, Monsters, Inc., Up, Brave and many other films.
A star-spangled celebration of Fourth of July with fireworks over Delaware River
The family of four from Levittown watched as the United States Army Band "Pershing's Own" kicked off Saturday's celebration with patriotic tunes.
Fourth of July celebrations at the Delaware River Waterfront
It didn't cost a thing Saturday to see one of the first Fourth of July celebrations this weekend. Marcella Baietto shares how it brought people of all ages out to the Delaware River Waterfront.
Dine out on the Delaware River at Moshulu in Philadelphia
Moshulu is celebrating its 20th year at its location and the restaurant has a new brunch menu. Chandler Lutz reports.
Memorial Day Weekend: Cherry Street Pier fireworks, flea market, dance party
Crowds gathered at Cherry Street Pier on Saturday and shared how they're remembering the holiday.
National Boat Safety Week: Tips on boat safety ahead of Memorial Day weekend
Here are tips to keep you and yours safe if you plan on boating this Memorial Day weekend.
Boat safety tips ahead of Memorial Day Weekend
Nikki Dementri reports.
Camden's comeback: Dad Vail Regatta will be held in South Jersey
Brandon Goldner reports.
Delaware riverkeeper wants accountability, answers after chemical spill
After a chemical leak at Bucks County company Trinseo, Delaware Riverkeeper Maya Van Rossum wants to make sure wildlife is protected.
Philadelphia water: How much bottled water should you set aside?
Jasmine Payoute reports.
Worker dies at Port of Wilmington
The worker was trapped about 80 feet in the air Saturday morning after they went into cardiac arrest in a container crane.
Skull found on riverbank in 1986 ID'd as missing NJ man
"I can't even imagine wondering and worrying about a lost family member for even a day, let alone for 37 years. That wait is now over for Mr. Alt's family."
New extension on trail along the Delaware River
The Kensington and Tacony Trail is the newest addition to the planned network of trails and parks along the Delaware River.
Renewed push in South Jersey to end "boom parties" across Delaware River
Alicia Roberts reports.
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Bad weather anticipated around Jersey Shore as Tropical Storm Ophelia moves north
The storm is expected to bring heavy rain and gusty winds but some of the worst will be down the Jersey Shore.
How to prepare for Tropical Storm Ophelia; how storm will impact Philadelphia area
Just like in the Philadelphia area, cancellations for weekend events are starting to roll in. Chief Meteorologist Bill Kelly breaks down how to prepare for Tropical Storm Ophelia.
Tropical Storm Ophelia to bring heavy rain, wind, flooding risks
The National Hurricane Center says Tropical Storm Ophelia has formed off the U.S. mid-Atlantic coast. It's expected to bring heavy rain and high winds to our region.
Over 80 UAW members in Bucks County joined nationwide strike
Among those joining the picket line are union members in Bucks County. They left the General Motors Distribution and Customer Care Center in Langhorne.
Bohm's RBI single in 10th lifts Phillies past Mets 5-4 and closer to 2nd straight playoff trip
The Phillies, winners of six of eight, are four games ahead of Arizona for the first NL wild card.
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Bad weather anticipated around Jersey Shore as Tropical Storm Ophelia moves north
The storm is expected to bring heavy rain and gusty winds but some of the worst will be down the Jersey Shore.
How to prepare for Tropical Storm Ophelia; how storm will impact Philadelphia area
Just like in the Philadelphia area, cancellations for weekend events are starting to roll in. Chief Meteorologist Bill Kelly breaks down how to prepare for Tropical Storm Ophelia.
Tropical Storm Ophelia to bring heavy rain, wind, flooding risks
The National Hurricane Center says Tropical Storm Ophelia has formed off the U.S. mid-Atlantic coast. It's expected to bring heavy rain and high winds to our region.
Over 80 UAW members in Bucks County joined nationwide strike
Among those joining the picket line are union members in Bucks County. They left the General Motors Distribution and Customer Care Center in Langhorne.
Bohm's RBI single in 10th lifts Phillies past Mets 5-4 and closer to 2nd straight playoff trip
The Phillies, winners of six of eight, are four games ahead of Arizona for the first NL wild card.
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How to prepare for Tropical Storm Ophelia; how storm will impact Philadelphia area
Just like in the Philadelphia area, cancellations for weekend events are starting to roll in. Chief Meteorologist Bill Kelly breaks down how to prepare for Tropical Storm Ophelia.
Tropical Storm Ophelia to bring heavy rain, wind, flooding risks
The National Hurricane Center says Tropical Storm Ophelia has formed off the U.S. mid-Atlantic coast. It's expected to bring heavy rain and high winds to our region.
Over 80 UAW members in Bucks County joined nationwide strike
Among those joining the picket line are union members in Bucks County. They left the General Motors Distribution and Customer Care Center in Langhorne.
Bohm's RBI single in 10th lifts Phillies past Mets 5-4 and closer to 2nd straight playoff trip
The Phillies, winners of six of eight, are four games ahead of Arizona for the first NL wild card.
3 officers released from hospital after standoff in Upper Darby Township; suspect in custody
A suspect was taken into custody after firing shots at an officer in Upper Darby Township overnight, police said.
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Bad weather anticipated around Jersey Shore as Tropical Storm Ophelia moves north
The storm is expected to bring heavy rain and gusty winds but some of the worst will be down the Jersey Shore.
Menendez, wife got gold bars, cash, Mercedes in "corrupt relationship" with donor
The indictment charges Sen. Robert Menendez and his wife, Nadine Menendez, with bribery offenses, according to the Justice Department.
MTV's "Jersey Shore Family Vacation" filming at Hard Rock Atlantic City
MTV's hit reality television show "Jersey Shore Family Vacation" is filming at Hard Rock Atlantic City. On Friday, Mayor Marty Small, Sr. invited the cast to the world-famous Atlantic City Boardwalk at the entrance to Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City, where he officially declared "Jersey Shore Day" in Atlantic City by delivering the cast a Proclamation, along with a branded Hard Rock/Jersey Shore guitar to mark the occasion.
The Wildwoods prepare for rain, storms ahead of Irish Weekend
Businesses and neighbors are preparing for the annual Irish Weekend cultural festival that could be impacted by storms on Saturday.
New Jersey to get $3M in funding after historic wildfire season
The New Jersey Forest Fire Service will receive $3 million in funding, some of which will be used for firefighting equipment and staffing.
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Delaware bans smoking in a vehicle with kids inside
Gov. John Carney signed a bill Wednesday that will make it illegal to smoke in a vehicle with children inside.
NEXT Weather: Crisp morning before more September sun
There's plenty of sunshine, low humidity and comfortable temperatures this week.
Hunter Biden sues the IRS, alleging agents illegally released his tax information
Hunter Biden alleges the IRS unlawfully disclosed his tax return information and did not establish safeguards to ensure the confidentiality of his records.
Lee, now a post-tropical cyclone, causing rough surf and dangerous rip currents
Post-Tropical Cyclone Lee is hundreds of miles off the New Jersey and Delaware coasts, but it's leading to dangerous swimming conditions.
NEXT Weather: Worst of storms move out, alerts canceled
Flash flood warnings have ended Wednesday after several inches of rain fell.
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Bucks County family returns home after Mt. Kilimanjaro trip to raise awareness about ovarian cancer
The Hussey twins and their parents are back in Bensalem from the trip of a lifetime climbing to the top of Mount Kilimanjaro.
160 children die every year from nursery products, consumer report shows
A recent report shows nursey products contribute to 160 deaths every year, prompting renewed warnings about products.
Delaware bans smoking in a vehicle with kids inside
Gov. John Carney signed a bill Wednesday that will make it illegal to smoke in a vehicle with children inside.
New research is teaching AI how to smell
A new research project from Philadelphia's Monell Center shows artificial intelligence can be as good as -- or better -- than humans at identifying scents.
How AI is helping doctors measure cardiovascular risks
Instead of relying on doctors analyzing testing and imaging, AI computes thousands of images and corresponding outcomes to predict future risks.
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Starbucks facing lawsuit over no fruit in "Refresher" drinks
The drinks in question are the 'Refresher' line mango dragon-fruit, mango dragon-fruit lemonade, pineapple passion-fruit, pineapple passion-fruit lemonade, strawberry açai, and strawberry açai lemonade.
Starbucks wants to overhaul its iconic cup. Will customers go along?
In the name of the environment and sustainability, Starbucks' disposable cup may be on its way to extinction
"It's family and it's community": Iconic Eye's Gallery thriving in new South Street space
Some may call this chapter a literal rising from the ashes, as some eight months after the fire, the Eye's Gallery is reopening.
Minivans get poor grades for backseat passenger safety in new IIHS tests
Drivers who are parents hope minivans are safe for their kids in the backseat, but new safety tests from IIHS gave vans a poor grade for backseat safety.
Caesars Entertainment says hackers stole customer data as MGM recovers from cyberattack
After MGM systems went down Monday, Caesars, another gambling giant with ties to Atlantic City, reported being the victim of a cyberattack this week.
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Man dies after hit by dump truck while exiting SEPTA bus
A 68-year-old man has died after getting hit by a dump truck while getting off a SEPTA bus.
SEPTA to hold 2nd meeting to seek public opinion on "bus revolution"
Wednesday night's meeting will be the second of 10 public meetings to get feedback on the changes from riders.
I-76 West in Philadelphia reopening after crash: police
Pennsylvania State Police said I-76 Westbound is reopening after a crash that shut down all lanes on the westbound side Friday morning.
Debris blocks several lanes of I-95 after semi crash near Fishtown
Several lanes of I-95 in Philadelphia are closed down after a semi crash Thursday
SEPTA offering free Broad Street Lines home from Eagles games this season
SEPTA re-upped its partnership with sportsbook Unibet to again offer Eagles fans free rides home from NRG Station this season.
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Bohm's RBI single in 10th lifts Phillies past Mets 5-4 and closer to 2nd straight playoff trip
The Phillies, winners of six of eight, are four games ahead of Arizona for the first NL wild card.
Eagles-Buccaneers Monday Night Football: Anytime TD bets
In a matchup of undefeated teams, the Philadelphia Eagles will travel south to face the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Monday Night Football in Week 3.
Castellanos drives in four, sets career high in RBIs, to lift Phillies over Mets
Nick Castellanos homered and drove in four runs to set a career high for RBIs in a season and the Philadelphia Phillies maintained their hold on the top NL wild-card spot with a 5-4 victory over the New York Mets.
Fantasy football Week 3: Thoughts on Swift, Gainwell, Akers trade, more
The running back position has been depleted by injuries so far this season. Here are some thoughts on the Eagles' running back room, the Cam Akers trade to the Vikings and more as we head into Week 3.
A.J. Brown-Jalen Hurts video exchange during Eagles-Vikings taken "out of context," WR says
Eagles Pro Bowl wide receiver A.J. Brown said Thursday that he isn't "beefing" with Jalen Hurts after last week's broadcast captured what appeared to be a spat between the two.
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MTV's "Jersey Shore Family Vacation" filming at Hard Rock Atlantic City
MTV's hit reality television show "Jersey Shore Family Vacation" is filming at Hard Rock Atlantic City. On Friday, Mayor Marty Small, Sr. invited the cast to the world-famous Atlantic City Boardwalk at the entrance to Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City, where he officially declared "Jersey Shore Day" in Atlantic City by delivering the cast a Proclamation, along with a branded Hard Rock/Jersey Shore guitar to mark the occasion.
Kimmel Cultural Campus, Philadelphia Orchestra launch new 2023/2024 performance line-up
The Kimmel Cultural Campus is kicking off its upcoming performances with live shows and fun activities for all ages.
Boys can learn ballet for free at Philadelphia Dance Academy
Only about 6% of the students at Philadelphia Dance Academy are boys - but the academy has a program aiming to involve more boys in dance.
More than 35,000 people register to vote after Taylor Swift post
A Taylor Swift Instagram post drove thousands of young people to register to vote this week.
Actor Angus Cloud died from accidental overdose, coroner's office says
"Euphoria" star Angus Cloud died of acute intoxication due to the combined effects of methamphetamine, cocaine, fentanyl and benzodiazepine, the Alameda County Coroner's Bureau confirmed to CBS News.
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Local nonprofit delivers early Christmas gift to man battling congenital heart disease
Ukee Washington reports.
Camden woman made it her life's mission to help her community after losing husband to gun violence
Natasha Brown reports.
Brotherly Love: Saving Grace Ministry helps children and their families coping with trauma
Natasha Brown reports.
Fairhill nonprofit's youth artist program "empowers" teens
Natasha Brown reports.
Sinister Mopar to host car show with a cause at Clementon Lake Park in South Jersey
Ukee Washington reports.
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Boys can learn ballet for free at Philadelphia Dance Academy
Only about 6% of the students at Philadelphia Dance Academy are boys - but the academy has a program aiming to involve more boys in dance.
Father Judge High School taking learning beyond the classroom with new CTE academy
Father Judge High School is taking learning beyond the classroom, with a new Career and Technical Education Academy.
With "Get Lost," 15-year-old Pottstown High School teen making mark on music world
Colin Plank, a 15-year-old Pottstown High School student, has a hit single, "Get Lost," published by Excelcia Music Publishing.
With Studying Never Stops, local teen entrepreneur inspires others to read
A 15-year-old local entrepreneur is making it his business to inspire others to read with his company "Studying Never Stops."
Catching up with gospel artist AJ Evans after Stellar Award nomination
Evans' first album "Not Too Young" earned him a Stellar Award nomination for Youth Project of the Year.
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Friday Football Frenzy starts in Middletown, Delaware
We went all the way down to Middletown, Delaware because they watch the Frenzy too! Pat Gallen reports.
Philadelphia police ID man who died after car crashes into SEPTA trolley in Overbrook
We now know the name of the driver killed in a fiery crash in the city's Overbrook section Friday night. The 20-year-old died after his Dodge Charger collided with a SEPTA trolley at 59th and Lansdowne Avenue. READ MORE: https://cbsloc.al/3PBpH98
NEXT Weather Alert: Bracing Tropical Storm Ophelia
There is a High Wind Warning all Shore points for Saturday night. Wind Advisory for counties along the Shore and southern Delaware. Also, there is a Coastal Flood Advisory for rivers and inlets near the Shore. Bill Kelly reports.
Emergency management officials at Jersey Shore prepare for flooding from Tropical Storm Ophelia
At the Jersey Shore, emergency management officials say they're prepared for the flooding that will likely come with the heavy rain and the wind is already picking up, Kerri Corrado reports in Ocean City. READ MORE: https://cbsloc.al/3EO00Nh
Union members in Bucks County join the UAW strike
Friday is the eighth day of the United Auto Workers strike. Among those joining the picket line are union members in Bucks County. Kim Hudson reports from Langhorne.