Cousins Ukee And Denzel Washington Talk Childhood Memories & Love For Philly
Ukee Washington and Denzel Washington talk about their family roots and their love for Philadelphia.
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Movie Review: 'The Equalizer'
All things being equalized, "The Equalizer" could have used a more grounded technical advisor. But the leading man needs no help.
New Fundraising Approach For Boys And Girls Clubs
The 154-year-old Boys and Girls Clubs of America was fortunate, a few years ago, to be promoted by celebrities. Now, the organization is taking a different approach.
Guide To New York City's Broadway
A Broadway guide for money saving tips, the best shows and where to dine before or after the show.
Boxer Rubin 'Hurricane' Carter Dies At 76
Rubin "Hurricane" Carter, the boxer whose wrongful murder conviction became an international symbol of racial injustice, died Sunday. He was 76.
Bill Wine's Summer Movie Previews
What do moviegoers have to look forward to (or, perhaps, in some cases, dread) through the rest of May and into June, July, and August?
Bill Wine's Oscar Predictions: Best Actor, Supporting Actor
KYW's Bill Wine picks the likely winners of best-actor and best-supporting-actor Oscars at this Sunday's Academy Awards ceremony.
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Movie Review: 'Flight'
'Flight' is about a heroic pilot who is celebrated for landing his failing airplane until it's discovered that he had alcohol and cocaine in his system at the time.
'Flight' Director Zemeckis In Philadelphia For Close Of Film Festival
Zemeckis -- known for blockbusters such as 'Back to the Future', Cast Away and Forrest Gump, for which he won an Oscar -- will be in town for the screening and will be taking questions at two events both before and after the film is shown.
Your Sneak Peek At The Oscars
With the escapist summer movie season in the books, the 2012 Oscar races will soon be coming into view as the serious-minded fall feature films taxi down the runway.
A Photo Finish At The Box Office
The thriller 'Safe House' eked out first place, followed closely by last weekend's winner, 'The Vow.'
Moviegoers Find Love At The Box Office
The romantic drama, 'The Vow', starring Rachel McAdams and Channing Tatum, finished first at the box office on its debut weekend, by earning an estimated $41-million.
Movie Review: 'Safe House'
"Safe House" is a gritty action thriller about corruption that's cynical, hard-edged, two-fisted, and only minimally interested in its own subject matter.
Funeral Service Held For Late Boxing Promoter
Mourners, including some celebrities, have paid tribute to the late boxing promoter Butch Lewis at a memorial service in Delaware.
A Furry Menace On Penn's Campus
Even though it's in the middle of a big city, Penn's campus can sometimes seem quiet and secluded: the trees, the birds… the squirrels.
Denzel Washington, In University Of Pennsylvania Commencement Speech, Urges Failure
The University of Pennsylvania held its 255th commencement today, featuring Oscar-winning actor Denzel Washington as its speaker.
Denzel Washington Will Be Commencement Speaker At University of Pennsylvania
The University of Pennsylvania has announced its spring commencement speaker. He's the parent of a Penn student and a two-time Oscar winner.
<em>Home Video Report:</em> Latest Woody Allen Flick Hits DVD
Vanity and self-deception are the central themes of the Woody Allen film "You Will Meet A Tall Dark Stranger," shot in London with an all-star cast.
Movie Review: <em> Unstoppable </em>
Unstoppable is, unfortunately, a long way from untoppable.
Stars To Shine Tonight In 'Stand Up 2 Cancer' Telethon
Your Fall Movie Preview
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Man in police custody after allegedly trying to abduct boy from N.J. Wawa
The man wanted for allegedly trying to abduct a 7-year-old boy from a Cumberland County Wawa is now in custody, police said Friday.
200-foot Pride flag to be part of Philly Pride 365's march
The 2023 Philadelphia Pride March and Festival is this weekend, and it will feature a massive 200-foot-long custom-made flag.
Smoke from Bass River State Forest fire causing air quality alerts for 2nd day
Smoke from the Allen Road wildfire in Bass River State Forest is leading to air quality alerts for a 2nd straight day.
Dozens of Philadelphia schools to dismiss early Friday due to extreme heat
In anticipation of the potential for extreme heat Friday, the School District of Philadelphia will dismiss the school day two hours early at dozens of schools.
Garden State Parkway reopens after N.J. forest fire
A stretch of New Jersey's Garden State Parkway has reopened after it was closed due to low visibility from smoke.
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Man in police custody after allegedly trying to abduct boy from N.J. Wawa
The man wanted for allegedly trying to abduct a 7-year-old boy from a Cumberland County Wawa is now in custody, police said Friday.
200-foot Pride flag to be part of Philly Pride 365's march
The 2023 Philadelphia Pride March and Festival is this weekend, and it will feature a massive 200-foot-long custom-made flag.
Smoke from Bass River State Forest fire causing air quality alerts for 2nd day
Smoke from the Allen Road wildfire in Bass River State Forest is leading to air quality alerts for a 2nd straight day.
Garden State Parkway reopens after N.J. forest fire
A stretch of New Jersey's Garden State Parkway has reopened after it was closed due to low visibility from smoke.
Dozens of Philadelphia schools to dismiss early Friday due to extreme heat
In anticipation of the potential for extreme heat Friday, the School District of Philadelphia will dismiss the school day two hours early at dozens of schools.
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200-foot Pride flag to be part of Philly Pride 365's march
The 2023 Philadelphia Pride March and Festival is this weekend, and it will feature a massive 200-foot-long custom-made flag.
The Pulse of CBS Philadelphia: View the top stories of May 29-June2
This week on the Pulse of Philadelphia, Summer is in full force in the region, a Delaware school's senior prank is going viral and a decorated Army surgeon is making military history by becoming the first Asian American and the first woman to lead the New Jersey Army National Guard.
With Falcon Tank, Liguori Academy turns students into entrepreneurs
With an event similar to "Shark Tank," Liguori Academy is turning students into entrepreneurs overnight.
Tea, pizza & moonshine: "Gram" shares secrets to long life before 101st birthday
A soon-to-be-101-year-old Philadelphia woman is sharing the secrets to living a long life.
Delaware Valley Congress members overwhelmingly vote in favor of bill that suspends debt ceiling
The majority of Delaware Valley members of Congress voted in favor of legislation that suspends the debt ceiling and limits spending.
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Man in police custody after allegedly trying to abduct boy from N.J. Wawa
The man wanted for allegedly trying to abduct a 7-year-old boy from a Cumberland County Wawa is now in custody, police said Friday.
Smoke from Bass River State Forest fire causing air quality alerts for 2nd day
Smoke from the Allen Road wildfire in Bass River State Forest is leading to air quality alerts for a 2nd straight day.
Garden State Parkway reopens after N.J. forest fire
A stretch of New Jersey's Garden State Parkway has reopened after it was closed due to low visibility from smoke.
The Pulse of CBS Philadelphia: View the top stories of May 29-June2
This week on the Pulse of Philadelphia, Summer is in full force in the region, a Delaware school's senior prank is going viral and a decorated Army surgeon is making military history by becoming the first Asian American and the first woman to lead the New Jersey Army National Guard.
Fire in NJ's Bass River State Forest prompts road closures, evacuations
A fire in New Jersey's Bass River State Forest continues to grow Thursday, spreading to 5,000 acres. The New Jersey Forest Fire Service is asking people to avoid the area.
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The Pulse of CBS Philadelphia: View the top stories of May 29-June2
This week on the Pulse of Philadelphia, Summer is in full force in the region, a Delaware school's senior prank is going viral and a decorated Army surgeon is making military history by becoming the first Asian American and the first woman to lead the New Jersey Army National Guard.
NEXT Weather: Warming up to the 90s, scattered P.M. showers
Thursday is warming to the mid 80s and Canadian wildfire smoke is clearing from parts of our region.
Air quality alerts issued in Del., N.J. due to wildfire smoke
Code orange quality alert: Smoke from Nova Scotia wildfires lingers over the region, and Delaware has an air quality alert after a N.J. wildfire.
"They were everywhere": Senior prank at Delaware boarding school goes viral
The video posted to St. Andrew's Instagram account has now gone viral with nearly 2 million likes and more than 9,000 comments.
National Donut Day 2023: Where to get free treats in Philadelphia area
With Friday being National Donut Day, doughnut shops are celebrating by giving away free pastries or special promotions.
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CHOP gets $100,000 donation to Center for Celiac Disease
The research at CHOP's Center for Celiac Disease is aimed at finding a treatment for the disease.
Last Mental Reset canceled Wednesday, May 31 due to air quality alert
Today's Mental Reset series at Love Park has been canceled due to an air quality alert in the Philadelphia region.
Delaware man is first Penn Medicine patient to receive robotic kidney transplant
The Delaware musician didn't want to wait on a transplant list instead he turned to Facebook and a day later a stranger came forward to offer her kidney.
Former first lady Rosalynn Carter has dementia, family announces
Former first lady Rosalynn Carter's dementia diagnosis was announced as former President Jimmy Carter continues to receive hospice care.
On this "Don't Fry Day," woman shares message after battle with melanoma
One woman is sharing a message for others after her battle with melanoma on this "Don't Fry Day."
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Debt Ceiling: The impact on seniors, people who rely on social security
Many in our area have strong feelings when talking about the gridlock in Washington over the debt ceiling fight.
Tastykake recall: some products may contain peanut allergens
Some Tastykakes containing peanut butter were improperly labeled, sparking a recall due to allergy concerns.
How raising nation's debt limit could reduce spending of some coronavirus relief funds
Proposals to raise the nation's debt limit include spending cuts to coronavirus relief funds that haven't been used.
Hey seniors! Krispy Kreme is giving free donuts to the Class of 2023
Hey, high school grads! Krispy Kreme shops in our area are giving away a free dozen donuts on Wednesday.
Nearly 20 million households are behind on their utility bills
The high prices of essential goods, particularly food and housing, has made it tough for many folks to afford the soaring cost of their energy bills.
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Garden State Parkway reopens after N.J. forest fire
A stretch of New Jersey's Garden State Parkway has reopened after it was closed due to low visibility from smoke.
Philadelphia Pride Festival 2023: Road closures, parking restrictions & more
Philadelphia city officials announce road closures, parking restrictions, and what to expect for this year's Pride festival.
Memorial Day Weekend 2023: What to do in Philadelphia
If you're not going down the shore, there are still plenty of fun things to do in the Philadelphia area during Memorial Day Weekend.
Memorial Day Weekend 2023: Your guide to travel around Pa., N.J., Del.
Here's everything we know about traveling for this Memorial Day Weekend.
Free Crabfries, tolls for Memorial Day Weekend 2023 travelers in NJ
Chickie's and Pete's is offering free Crabfries and free tolls eastbound on the Atlantic City Expressway on May 26.
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Phillies swept by Mets, drop to season-worst six games under .500
The Philadelphia Phillies lost against the New York Mets 4-2 Thursday night.
Nick Nurse ready for challenge of getting Sixers over the hump as new head coach
Nick Nurse spent the past five seasons as the head coach of the Toronto Raptors, where he won the NBA Finals and went the playoffs three times.
A look at 5 well-known race horse deaths
Barbaro's eventual death after getting hurt in the 2006 Preakness also proved a learning experience as well as capturing the public's attention as it rooted on the colt in his battle to survive.
Hamstring injury sends Phillies' Alec Bohm to 10-day injured list
The Phillies on Thursday placed Bohm on the 10-day injured list with a strained left hamstring.
Sweet smell of success: Patti LaBelle gifts Jalen Hurts bouquet of roses
Patti LaBelle gave the Eagles' Jalen Hurts a bouquet of white and gold roses, with the gold roses displaying a number 1.
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Roots Picnic 2023: Everything you need to know
As the wave of Memorial Day weekend wears off, CBS News Philadelphia has everything you need to know as the Roots Picnic return for the first weekend of June.
Former Playboy model accuses Bill Cosby of drugging and sexually assaulting her in 1969
In her lawsuit, Victoria Valentino, 80, says she was an actress and singer 54 years ago, when she met Cosby, now 85.
Billy Joel is ending his decade-long residency at Madison Square Garden
Throughout his history-making residency thus far, Joel has sold 1.6 million tickets to fans from all 50 states and 120 countries.
Sweet smell of success: Patti LaBelle gifts Jalen Hurts bouquet of roses
Patti LaBelle gave the Eagles' Jalen Hurts a bouquet of white and gold roses, with the gold roses displaying a number 1.
Tupac Shakur to be honored with star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
Shakur's sister, Sekyiwa "Set" Shakur, will accept the honor on the artist's behalf on June 7 on Hollywood Boulevard.
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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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With Falcon Tank, Liguori Academy turns students into entrepreneurs
With an event similar to "Shark Tank," Liguori Academy is turning students into entrepreneurs overnight.
Camden pharmacy part of unique program for New Jersey students
Eight Camden high school students are getting experience as pharmacy technicians at the locally owned Bell Rexall Drugs.
West Philadelphia coffee shop helping young people earn diplomas
At Stomping Grounds Social Justice Cafe, young people are getting work experience while working toward their diploma.
Focusing on the Future: Philadelphia high school robotics team supporting teams citywide
On this week's Focusing on the Future Wakisha Bailey speaks with the team and finds out how they are making a difference with other high schoolers.
Youth group with "incredible passion" holding Philadelphia politicians accountable
PhillyBOLT consists of young Philadelphians who are keeping a close eye on the race to become Philadelphia's 100th mayor.
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Pennsylvania lawmakers considering bill promoting 4-day workweek
The House bill would give incentives to companies that shift to a four-day, 32-hour workweek.
What you'll see at Philadelphia's Pride March and Festival this weekend
There's going to be a ton of festivities and a massive Pride flag. Chandler Lutz reports.
Philadelphia Pride: The making of a massive flag
Chandler Lutz reports from Old City with more on this weekend's Pride march and festival in Philadelphia.
The Pulse of CBS Philadelphia: May 29-June2
This week on the Pulse of Philadelphia, Summer is in full force in the region, a Delaware school's senior prank is going viral and a decorated Army surgeon is making military history by becoming the first Asian American and the first woman to lead the New Jersey Army National Guard.
Digital Brief: June 2, 2023 (AM)
Janelle Burrell has your morning headlines.