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They're doing this because PJM is reporting a winter record for usage. At 7 p.m. Tuesday, the demand was 141,500 megawatts, breaking the record of 136,700 set in 2007. The difference, Dotter explains, is enough to power a medium sized city.
The Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Maryland Interconnection (known as "PJM") is asking for cutbacks on your electricity usage between 3pm and 7pm today.
A physician at one emergency facility in West Philadelphia says it's not just an increase in slips and falls: the homeless and indigent make more use of ERs, too.
One of the worst sounds on a workday is that slow cranking when the car won't start.
Philadelphia city officials joined forces with volunteers working to protect the most vulnerable population -- the city's homeless -- from the frigid, potentially deadly cold snap.
In the Centennial School District, in Bucks County, spokeswoman Andrea Didio says mechanics will be coming in a little earlier.
School District of Philadelphia spokesman Fernando Gallard says with morning temperatures forecast to be in the single digits, administrators are deciding whether school should be open on Tuesday.
Commuters will have to brace for a taste of the Arctic freeze now gripping the midwest.
When the Eagles meet the Saints on Saturday evening at Lincoln Financial Field, the stands and the field will be in tip-top shape.
The Philadelphia Streets Department continues to plow and salt in an effort to get roads cleared in all neighborhoods.
Manna says it is shorthanded as it tries to maintain its pace of delivering hundreds of meals three times a day to people fighting life-threatening illnesses.
At the Superfresh store at 5th and Pine Streets in center city, customers were impressed with the condition of the stocks.
Merchants along Walnut, Chestnut, and Market Streets had workers out shoveling and salting, but crossing at intersections was dicey due to high ridges of snow created by plows grooming the roadways.
There were nearly 160 flight cancellations this morning at Philadelphia International Airport, and arriving flights were delayed an average of about 3½ hours.
Next Tuesday the high temperature is forecast to be only 12 degrees F. Early-morning lows will be in the single digits.
Pre-wetting the roads with a solution of magnesium chloride helps crews stay ahead of the snow. Penndot begins plowing after one-half inch of snow accumulates.
Engine company 66, in Roxborough, remains closed while investigators trace the source of toxic fumes that sickened some firefighters.
Tony Leonard, the Eagles' director of grounds, says they'll decide in the morning whether to uncover the field.
US Airways is among the airlines now waiving change fees as they help their customers try to get earlier flights.
PennDOT spokesman Brad Rudolph says the first priority was spraying brine on the roads.
"At zero degrees, a car's battery loses about 60 percent of its strength," notes an AAA Midatlantic spokeswoman.
The public comment period on the bids closes at 5pm on December 31st.
With the holidays comes the gifting of new gadgets to replace old or outdated models, and the Department of Environmental Protection (DEPT) is reiterating that certain devices must be taken to designated recycling points as mandated by law.
And there's a lot of work left to be done.
By now, the Christmas tree is up and decorated (hopefully!), but it's the time to mark your January calendar for recycling -- both tree recycling and "e" recycling -- as in electronics.
Police are seeking more information to find the killer of Anastasiya Stangret, whose decomposed body was found in June 2024.
Jim Donovan is retiring from CBS News Philadelphia as a recordholder, after viewers sent him hundreds of pairs of socks over the years.
The Phillies traded Matt Strahm to the Kansas City Royals a day after signing Brad Keller to a two-year, $22 million contract.
The Justice Department expects to release "several hundred thousand" records from the Epstein files today, a top official said. Follow live updates here.
Albert Brooks said he's still in shock over the death of his friend Rob Reiner, whom he met at 14 years old.
Police are seeking more information to find the killer of Anastasiya Stangret, whose decomposed body was found in June 2024.
Jim Donovan is retiring from CBS News Philadelphia as a recordholder, after viewers sent him hundreds of pairs of socks over the years.
The Phillies traded Matt Strahm to the Kansas City Royals a day after signing Brad Keller to a two-year, $22 million contract.
The Justice Department expects to release "several hundred thousand" records from the Epstein files today, a top official said. Follow live updates here.
After over 20 years at CBS Philadelphia, award-winning anchor Jim Donovan's final broadcast will be Friday, Dec. 19, 2025.
Police are seeking more information to find the killer of Anastasiya Stangret, whose decomposed body was found in June 2024.
A first-of-its-kind transitional housing space for vulnerable neighbors is coming to Montgomery County next year.
A mother who was critically injured in a fire in Chester, Pennsylvania, died about a month later.
Three people were charged in connection with an illegal car meetup in Plymouth Township, Pennsylvania, police said.
Elizabeth Stein is an Epstein survivor pushing for transparency and justice as the DOJ deadline to release records approaches.
Mayor Marty Small, who was accused of physically and emotionally abusing his teenage daughter, was found not guilty Thursday.
Sherrill and Lt. Gov.-elect Dale Caldwell said their inauguration will take place in New Jersey's largest city.
Three kids were hospitalized Wednesday after falling into a frozen lake in Mount Holly, New Jersey, police said.
Atlantic City Mayor Marty Small is accused of beating his daughter with a broom and knocking her unconscious last year.
The remains of Dulce Maria Alavez, who went missing in 2019, have not been found, despite a fake report on social media, officials said Wednesday.
Several inches of snow fell across the Philadelphia region Sunday as a winter storm moved through the Delaware Valley.
The snow has moved out of the Delaware Valley Sunday after dropping inches of snow in communities around the region.
From packing your car to driving safety, here's a few tips to help you stay safe once the snow starts falling.
South Jerseyans are preparing for what could be a significant winter blast of snow this weekend.
The 68 Ventures Bowl announced that Delaware football will take on the Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns in Mobile, Alabama, on Dec. 17, 2025.
A Pennsylvania man visited Penn to thank the surgeon who saved his life during a stroke.
There are encouraging early signs the angel advocate approach is helping people find organ donors.
Children with critical illnesses and their families can visit the Wishing Place in Bala Cynwyd to start their wish journeys.
An early Christmas present came to some people from Tanzania visiting South Jersey for life-altering interventions.
A community event in Germantown gave away free hearing aids, letting attendees reconnect with the world through sound.
Through Amazon Now, customers can get household items, cosmetics, electronics, groceries and more delivered in about 30 minutes or less.
San Francisco officials said Tuesday that the city has filed a lawsuit against leading manufacturers of ultra-processed foods, accusing them of producing products linked to serious health issues and alleging that the companies knowingly made the foods addictive.
Amazon's Northeast Philadelphia facility expects to see about 10,000 more packages per day during the holiday peak.
The U.S. Department of Energy says it's loaning $1 billion to help finance the restart of the nuclear power plant on Pennsylvania's Three Mile Island.
Her Place Supper Club, Friday Saturday Sunday and Provenance each received a prestigious Michelin star, the first for any Philadelphia restaurants.
SEPTA's largest workers' union voted to ratify its new contract with the Philadelphia-based transit agency Wednesday night.
SEPTA offered a glimpse inside the Center City trolley tunnel as crews work to fix problems that have shut down service for weeks.
NJDOT is raising awareness about speeding, drunk driving and distracted driving while using humor and some holiday puns.
Residents say the icy conditions on side streets in Manayunk and Roxborough need more attention from the city.
Road closures and parking restrictions will be in effect in Philadelphia Monday and Tuesday for Officer Andy Chan's funeral.
The Phillies traded Matt Strahm to the Kansas City Royals a day after signing Brad Keller to a two-year, $22 million contract.
Tage Thompson and Noah Ostlund scored 2:36 apart in the closing minutes of the second period, and the Sabres won their fourth in a row with a 5-3 victory over the Flyers.
Right tackle Lane Johnson and defensive tackle Jalen Carter were both ruled out for Week 16's game vs. the Washington Commanders.
Delaware wrapped up its first season in the FBS with a 20-13 win over the Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns in the 68 Ventures Bowl.
Penn State wideout Trebor Peña is one of about 22 Nittany Lions who are out of eligibility, while two players already have said they're entering the NCAA's transfer portal.
Albert Brooks said he's still in shock over the death of his friend Rob Reiner, whom he met at 14 years old.
The Oscars ceremony is moving to YouTube starting in 2029, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced on Wednesday.
Sylvester Stallone reflects on his iconic roles as Rocky Balboa and John Rambo, his rough upbringing, and the legacy he hopes to leave in a touching "CBS Mornings" interview.
Nick Reiner, a son of director Rob Reiner and his wife Michele, has been arrested on murder charges following their deaths, police said.
Rob Reiner was the son of a comedy giant who became one himself with movies such as "The Princess Bride," "When Harry Met Sally…" and "This is Spinal Tap."
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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.
Whether you're enjoying the scenery, golfing, skiing, snowtubing, or dining, Skytop Lodge is worth a stop with the family this holiday season or during the winter. Ashley Harder has more in this edition of The Heartbeat.
Investigators are looking for new leads to find the killer of 22-year-old Anastasiya Stangret, whose decomposed body was found in June 2024 in Philadelphia.
Jan Carabeo has a look at travel impacts at the Philadelphia airport and when to expect the heaviest crowds.
Wakisha Bailey reports from the Mobile Weather Watcher as we monitor conditions in Cinnaminson, New Jersey as heavy rain fell overnight and into Friday morning.
Trenton Water Works is asking customers to voluntarily conserve water after cold weather put a strain on its system. Jim Donovan has your morning headlines in this Digital Brief with weather from Meteorologist Kate Bilo.