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Crews were at work Wednesday loading a massive dragon head onto one of the lanterns you can see at the Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival starting June 20. Tickets are available online: https://phillychineselanternfestival.com/
An NJ Transit passenger was injured after a large tree fell on a bus Saturday morning near Franklin Square, Philadelphia police said.
Philadelphia police blocked off several lanes on 6th Street and that created backups on the nearby Ben Franklin Bridge.
One beloved Philadelphia park kicked off the spring season with crafts, candy and even a dance party at the Season Opening Day event.
It was a beautiful day outside this Saturday and one beloved Philadelphia park kicked off the spring season with crafts, candy, and even a dance party. Eva Andersen goes to Franklin Square, where an event brings joy for all ages.
Amy Needle, the president and CEO of Historic Philadelphia, joined CBS News Philadelphia on Tuesday morning to discuss what visitors can expect this year.
The Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival is back to celebrate the Year of the Dragon in Franklin Square for one of the largest celebrations of Chinese New Year.
Philly is once again home to a Chinese tradition with roots more than 2,000 years old - the Chinese Lantern Festival. After an involved process including design, sculpting and electrical work, Franklin Square is home to beautiful displays once again – many depicting dragons as it is the Year of the Dragon. Jan Carabeo reports.
There are more than 400 never-before-seen displays at this year's festival.
Friday marks Ujamaa, the Kwanzaa principle for wealth and economic self-reliance, and there's a celebration in Franklin Square in Philadelphia to celebrate.
The Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival is back on Franklin Square and bigger, better and brighter than ever.
The experience will feature 25,000 LED lights at the festival. Jan Carabeo reports.
Franklin Square is renaming the 185-year-old fountain after former Philadelphia Mayor and Pennslyvania Governor Ed Rendell.
During his time as mayor Rendell would go there to eat lunch.
Franklin Square is now officially open and many families took advantage of finally having a nice weather weekend.
Ryan Hughes reports.
Eyewitness News was in Franklin Square where thousands of lights and hundreds of feet of garland were being hung.
PECO employees put up lights at Franklin Square and LOVE Park sees the first vending huts for the Christmas Village.
The celebration honors the ancestral roots of African-Americans.
It took three years and $2 million to upgrade the oldest public fountain in the United States.
The festival opens to the public Tuesday.
It's been talked about for years, but the DRPA is now pushing it.
Enjoy some special Summer fun with the whole family at one of these fantastic mini-golf courses near your home in Philadelphia.
Big Brothers and Big Sisters took over Franklin Square in Old City today to host a picnic for littles and their families.
Tickets are still available for 'An Evening In Franklin Square' taking place Thursday, May 19. It's a fundraiser party for the park and its programming.
Park rangers in Chester County, Pennsylvania, found an invasive snakehead fish in the Schuylkill River this week.
Authorities say hidden cameras looking like pens were found in public bathrooms located on Ocean City, New Jersey's Boardwalk.
Four detainees escaped when tensions boiled over at the ICE facility known as Delaney Hall in Newark, the Department of Homeland Security confirms.
Carson DeMartini is quickly ascending the Phillies' minor-league system, following the footsteps of other promising prospects.
Yoga instructor Teri O'Connor has been guiding students through sunrise and sunset sessions since 2007.
Authorities say hidden cameras looking like pens were found in public bathrooms located on Ocean City, New Jersey's Boardwalk.
The "No Kings" protest and march happening in Philadelphia on Saturday coincides with hundreds of rallies scheduled to take place across the country.
Philadelphia is among five Democratic-led cities where President Trump is preparing to send ICE tactical teams ahead of nationwide protests.
Park rangers in Chester County, Pennsylvania, found an invasive snakehead fish in the Schuylkill River this week.
Four detainees escaped when tensions boiled over at the ICE facility known as Delaney Hall in Newark, the Department of Homeland Security confirms.
Park rangers in Chester County, Pennsylvania, found an invasive snakehead fish in the Schuylkill River this week.
Philadelphia police said three people died in a fire at a Strawberry Mansion rowhome on Corlies Street Friday morning.
A local woman received a call she thought was from her sister, but it turned into a scary scam and demand for money.
Residents of the Mt. Eyre neighborhood say they are worried about their water and soil after jet fuel leaked into the area.
A student says Lower Merion High School forced them to remove a keffiyeh during last week's graduation ceremony.
Authorities say hidden cameras looking like pens were found in public bathrooms located on Ocean City, New Jersey's Boardwalk.
Four detainees escaped when tensions boiled over at the ICE facility known as Delaney Hall in Newark, the Department of Homeland Security confirms.
Yoga instructor Teri O'Connor has been guiding students through sunrise and sunset sessions since 2007.
A wildfire has erupted in a part of Wharton State Forest in Shamong Township, the New Jersey Forest Fire Service says.
As more families start heading to the Jersey Shore, the opposition to a high-rise resort on Ocean City's boardwalk appears to be growing.
Delaware State Police say a train derailment is impacting travel near Old Porter Road in Bear, New Castle County.
For this Delaware developer, a plan to build affordable homes in Wilmington is deeply personal.
Darrian Randle and her boyfriend have been charged in the death of her 3-year-old daughter, Nola Dinkins, who went missing Tuesday night.
Police say a 97-year-old woman had to be airlifted to the hospital after a car crashed into a Dollar Tree and struck her in Milford, Delaware.
Temperatures will hover near normal on Saturday with highs near 80, before a cold front crosses the region Saturday night.
While gun violence is down in Philadelphia, advocates say there are still too many children being caught in the crossfire.
AJ Tantala, a lifelong Phillies fan in need of a kidney transplant, is making a pitch to Philadelphia to help save his life.
Jeffrey Lurie is donating $50 million to Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and Penn Medicine to boost research into autism's impact across the lifespan.
ChristianaCare has announced Springfield as its second location for a micro-hospital in Delaware County.
Capital Health is closing its emergency department and outpatient clinic at Bert and Hamilton avenues in East Trenton, New Jersey.
Amazon says it will spend $20 billion on two data center complexes in Pennsylvania, including one it is building alongside a nuclear power plant that has drawn federal scrutiny.
Many beach towns on the Jersey Shore require you to purchase a beach tag, also referred to as a beach badge, to gain access.
A long time coming – that's what officials are saying about the prestigious Michelin Guide arriving in Philadelphia.
Citadel CEO Ken Griffin will lend his copies of the Constitution and Bill of Rights to the National Constitution Center.
Philadelphia is joining Michelin Guide's upcoming Northeast Cities edition, which highlights the best restaurants with stars.
SEPTA's Chestnut Hill East Line will close from June 15 to Sept. 2 while bridges on the line are repaired.
New Jersey Transit's train engineers have overwhelmingly approved the tentative deal that ended their three-day strike last month.
In Philadelphia's Strawberry Mansion neighborhood, half the residents don't own cars. For them, public transportation is essential, not a choice.
A portion of I-95 South will close Sundays through Thursdays from 11 p.m. through 5 a.m. so crews can work on the CAP project.
Eileen Miller has spent the last 12 years fighting for Paul Miller's Law, which bans drivers from holding handheld devices.
Carson DeMartini is quickly ascending the Phillies' minor-league system, following the footsteps of other promising prospects.
Eagles' defense player Jalen Carter was on hand as a nonprofit that supports grandparent-led households kicked off summer vacation.
Pop superstar Taylor Swift and boyfriend Travis Kelce were at Amerant Bank Arena to watch Game 4 of the Stanley Cup Final.
Philadelphia Union players inspired the next generation during a clinic hosted by the FIFA World Cup local organizing committee.
Philadelphia Phillies designated hitter Kyle Schwarber was joined by his teammates Wednesday night to host a charity event at Yards Brewing.
Pop superstar Taylor Swift and boyfriend Travis Kelce were at Amerant Bank Arena to watch Game 4 of the Stanley Cup Final.
Brian Wilson was one of the world's most influential recording artists.
Aaron Rodgers said after his first practice with the Pittsburgh Steelers that he got married "a couple months ago."
Sly Stone, the musician known for his own brand of funk with Sly and the Family Stone, has died at 82.
"Maybe Happy Ending" won big at the 2025 Tony Awards, taking home six awards, including the coveted Best Musical.
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.
After an invasive northern snakehead fish was found in the Schuylkill River in Phoenixville, Pennsylvania, officials are spreading awareness to fishers about what they have to do: kill snakeheads on sight.
A Norfolk Southern spokesperson said eight cars hauling petroleum crude oil derailed and remained upright.
A wildfire has erupted in the area of the Emilio Carranza Memorial in the Wharton State Forest in Shamong Township, the New Jersey Forest Fire Service and Department of Environmental Protection said Friday.
Ashley Harder shows you the new Longwood Reimagined at Longwood Gardens in this edition of The Heartbeat.
The budget includes investments of more than $26 million to fund critical infrstructure and $30 million for anti-violence grants.