Philadelphia to use COVID relief money to mitigate Germantown flooding
Philadelphia plans to spend $4 million to mitigate flooding in Germantown, where residents say floods have been an issue for decades.
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Philadelphia plans to spend $4 million to mitigate flooding in Germantown, where residents say floods have been an issue for decades.
Tests conducted at the Conoco gas station on Admiral Wilson Boulevard, which was covered with flood water earlier this month, revealed fuel at the station was more than 58% water following heavy rain.
Homeowners continue to clean up in Delran, New Jersey after severe flooding affected 50 homes near the Delaware River.
Homeowners are continuing to clean up in Delran after severe flooding affected 50 homes near the Delaware River.
A homeowner's yard in Burlington County's Delanco was completely underwater Saturday as residents get frustrated with more wet weather.
More moderate to major flooding along the Delaware River is possible Saturday afternoon when the high tide rolls in.
With loose soil and very wet ground, any strong winds Saturday morning and afternoon have the potential to down trees and power lines.
Burlington County issued a voluntary evacuation for areas hit hard by previous flooding and declared a state of emergency ahead of Friday night's storms.
Many are still cleaning up and not ready for more wind and rain in the Philadelphia region.
Wind advisories and flood watches are in place for the storm heading our way Friday night.
In Salem County, officials say they are working to protect residents from flooding during future storms.
As residents and officials in Penns Grove, New Jersey, continue recovery efforts after Tuesday's storm, preparations are already underway for the next one.
There are new details about a dangerous water rescue in Delaware County during Tuesday's storm. A 20-year-old man went to check out what he thought was a fire and suddenly found himself surrounded by raging water. READ MORE
Ahead of this weekend's forecasted rain, the owner of a car repair shop warns that water damage can be expensive for drivers.
One of the hardest hit areas was Delran, Burlington County, where about 50 homes were flooded. Homeowners continued cleaning up Thursday.
A Conoco gas station in Camden is closed while its tanks are tested for possible contamination from floodwaters from heavy storms earlier this week.
More rain arrives Friday night into Saturday morning, and will fall on already saturated ground and swollen streams and creeks.
Water from the Delaware River crested just shy of 12 feet early Wednesday morning, breaking a record.
Kelly Drive may reopen Thursday but crews are still removing debris after the Schuylkill River flooded and checking the road to ensure it's structurally sound. Howard Monroe reports.
As families continue to clean up after flooding in Delran, New Jersey, the American Red Cross has opened a shelter inside a fire station for those displaced by the storm.
Tuesday's deluge caused the Delaware River to overrun its banks, pushing water into Penns Grove, New Jersey.
A Delaware County water rescue team saved a 20-year-old man who got stuck in a tree during the flood Tuesday night in Upper Chichester.
Tuesday's deluge flooded roads and homes in Penns Grove in Salem County, New Jersey.
Neighbors who spent the night watching rising flood waters were worried Wednesday about the weekend forecast in Middletown Township.
The Red Cross says there are a number of safety considerations people need to remember as crews clean up the aftermath of Tuesday night's storm in the Philadelphia area.
Organizers in Camden County are fighting Flock cameras, which record license plate and vehicle information, in South Jersey.
Zack Wheeler was hit around Wednesday as the Phillies lost 7-1 to the Cardinals and dropped another series since the All-Star break.
Nearly 30 small sharks were found dead along a stretch of beach in Sea Isle City. No one knows what caused them to wash ashore.
History is the backbone of a new back-to-school vaccine campaign in Camden, N.J., launched by Grandparents for Vaccines.
A botanica and bookstore in Philadelphia's Germantown neighborhood honors African traditional religions.
Detectives found evidence inside a home on Chew Avenue that two missing women are dead.
Organizers in Camden County are fighting Flock cameras, which record license plate and vehicle information, in South Jersey.
Zack Wheeler was hit around Wednesday as the Phillies lost 7-1 to the Cardinals and dropped another series since the All-Star break.
Nearly 30 small sharks were found dead along a stretch of beach in Sea Isle City. No one knows what caused them to wash ashore.
History is the backbone of a new back-to-school vaccine campaign in Camden, N.J., launched by Grandparents for Vaccines.
A botanica and bookstore in Philadelphia's Germantown neighborhood honors African traditional religions.
Detectives found evidence inside a home on Chew Avenue that two missing women are dead.
Police in Bucks County are looking for a man who, they say, exposed himself to a customer at a store last week.
Emily Mello is joining Mural Arts Philadelphia and will replace Jane Golden, who is leaving after more than 40 years with the organization.
Cheltenham school board members say the district is reviewing its safety practices and that football will not return until hazing has been addressed.
Organizers in Camden County are fighting Flock cameras, which record license plate and vehicle information, in South Jersey.
Nearly 30 small sharks were found dead along a stretch of beach in Sea Isle City. No one knows what caused them to wash ashore.
History is the backbone of a new back-to-school vaccine campaign in Camden, N.J., launched by Grandparents for Vaccines.
The Battleship New Jersey is receiving the largest capital investment since it opened in 2001.
A former South Jersey mayor who pleaded guilty to DUI and child endangerment charges is accused of using fake signatures to get her name on the Democratic primary ballot.
The shooting drew a large police presence in Wilmington, Delaware, Tuesday morning.
Two teenagers were injured in a stabbing in New Castle County Sunday afternoon, police said.
William Simpler Jr. is charged with fatally shooting Jason Paoletti in a road rage shooting in Delaware.
Electronic speed cameras are now in place along a busy residential road in Delaware.
Two crews from the Delaware Forest Service traveled to assist fire crews in Minnesota working to contain wildfires sparked by lightning.
History is the backbone of a new back-to-school vaccine campaign in Camden, N.J., launched by Grandparents for Vaccines.
In 2012, Emily Whitehead was the first pediatric patient to get a breakthrough cancer treatment that saved her life and is now helping others.
One Philadelphia mom who didn't trust organ donation changed her mind after she watched what happened with her son, "Jimmy Jam."
An incredible story of luck, bravery and medical expertise after a Glassboro dad gets impaled with a tree branch.
Temple University alum Dr. David Hartman was the first blind person to graduate from an American medical school.
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.
While some assume landlords are required to provide air conditioning, the law is not nearly as clear-cut as it is for heat in the winter
New Jersey is set to charge companies whose workers have Medicaid health coverage.
A deadly crash in Warminster is under investigation Sunday, police said.
PennDOT is advising drivers about an overnight closure on the Schuylkill Expressway westbound in West Philadelphia between 30th Street and the interchange with I-676 East.
Pennsylvania State Police are investigating two crashes, one of which was fatal, that happened hours apart on I-95 and I-76 in Philadelphia.
An overturned tractor trailer blocked traffic on the southbound lanes of Route 55 after a crash early Monday morning in Gloucester County, New Jersey.
A major rail injection saw service suspensions and delays after a SEPTA Regional Rail train derailed Wednesday in Philadelphia.
Zack Wheeler was hit around Wednesday as the Phillies lost 7-1 to the Cardinals and dropped another series since the All-Star break.
Andre Pallante gave up four hits over six innings, and Everson Pereira homered to help the St. Louis Cardinals beat the Philadelphia Phillies 2-0.
LeBron James will return to Los Angeles on Christmas Day in 2026, and the Sixers will open the season in New York against the Knicks.
Edmundo Sosa drove in three runs and Kyle Schwarber reached base four times as the Philadelphia Phillies beat the St. Louis Cardinals 6-5 on Monday night.
Congress is asking MLB to prohibit promotional deals with betting operators after Phillies star Bryce Harper was featured in a video for a FanDuel VIP reward customer.
Emily Mello is joining Mural Arts Philadelphia and will replace Jane Golden, who is leaving after more than 40 years with the organization.
The Philadelphia theater program created for Black girls returns with an original production exploring identity, immigration and the stories often left untold.
Vincent Pastore played Salvatore "Big Pussy" Bonpensiero on all six seasons of "The Sopranos," which aired from 1999 to 2007.
The Regal movie theater in King of Prussia said its IMAX 70mm projector is working again after an outage that affected screenings of "The Odyssey."
A warmup jacket worn by Wilt Chamberlain during the 1972 NBA finals that was found in an Oregon thrift store could fetch more than $150,000 in an auction closing Monday.
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.
A Black woman from New Orleans not only calls Philadelphia home but also has a shop that honors religious traditions from across the African diaspora. CBS News Philadelphia's Kim Hudson reports.
The Pennsylvania county says social media platforms are harming young people and driving up anxiety, eating disorders and suicidal ideation, among others.
The Philly cheesesteak has been crowned America's sandwich by Hellmann's. The maker of mayonnaise has pitted favorite sandwiches from all 50 states against each other, with 10,000 people voting on Instagram, and the cheesesteak won.
A struggling shopping mall in New Castle County will soon meet the wrecking ball.
In 2012, Emily Whitehead was the first pediatric patient to get a breakthrough cancer treatment that saved her life and is now helping others.