Delco schools closed, roads blocked, trees toppled after strong storms
Areas in Delaware County, Pennsylvania and parts of South Jersey appeared hardest hit by storms that rolled through the area Thursday into Friday.
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Areas in Delaware County, Pennsylvania and parts of South Jersey appeared hardest hit by storms that rolled through the area Thursday into Friday.
Fast-moving thunderstorms packing heavy rain, high winds and pockets of large hail swept through parts of South Jersey Thursday night and Friday morning. The storms toppled some trees and scattered branches and debris, flooded some roads and knocked out power to many across the area.
Work to create a new adaptive playground at Archbishop Damiano School in Westville, New Jersey was a cause close to the heart of the late Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau. Now the $600,000 fundraising goal is nearly in reach, and the Gaudreau family is planning a 5K that will help them get to the fundraiser's finish line, Jan Carabeo reports.
The FBI joined with Washington Township Police on Thursday. The goal is to stop senior citizens from being scammed. Police said a 78-year-old resident was nearly scammed out of over $24,000, which prompted federal authorities and Washington Township to set up this seminar. Residents who missed the event or have questions can call the Washington Township Police.
Police in Franklin Township, Gloucester County, said two school buses crashed Thursday morning.
In Gloucester County, Washington Township Police Chief Pat Gurcsik says scammers rely on fear, urgency and confusion to steal hard-earned cash from seniors. Jan Carabeo reports.
One week after Washington Township's School Board voted to suspend Superintendent Dr. Eric Hibbs, the board appointed an interim superintendent.
Concerned parents and staff in one of South Jersey's largest school districts gathered at Washington Township High School on Tuesday night, days after the superintendent was suspended.
The $75-million highly anticipated museum in Mantua Township is a dinosaur lovers paradise. It will come to life later this month
NJFFS section warden Jonathan Knapp said the "Scotland Run Wildfire" burned about 191 acres and is now 100% contained.
Jonathan Knapp, a section fire warden with the New Jersey Forest Fire Service, said the "Scotland Run Wildfire" burned about 191 acres and was 100% contained by 8 a.m. Thursday.
Three people died in a crash along Route 55 in Gloucester County, New Jersey, on Sunday afternoon.
Three teens were killed in a crash on Route 55 in Glassboro, New Jersey, Sunday afternoon, officials say.
Police shared on social media that a shelter-in-place order for part of Franklin Township, New Jersey, was lifted Monday night after being in effect for hours.
St. John of God Community Services in Deptford, New Jersey is celebrating 60 years of empowering individuals by focusing on their abilities rather than their disabilities.
Students at a private school in Woodbury, New Jersey welcome Georgia, a 2-year-old bernedoodle, its first-ever therapy dog.
A woman from Washington Township in Gloucester County, New Jersey surprised her local police department with baked goods after an officer helped her with a flat tire.
Smoke could be seen billowing from a home on the 500 block of Marion Street in Elk Township, near Glassboro, on Thursday.
Residents and crews are still cleaning up after strong winds caused damage to homes and cars and disrupted traffic in South Jersey.
Crews and residents are cleaning up in Camden County, New Jersey, and around the region after strong winds knocked down trees and power lines, damaging homes and cars and disrupting traffic.
Fans waited hours to see Eagles wide receiver DeVonta Smith at Dick's Sporting Goods in South Jersey one night before the Super Bowl parade.
A long line was wrapped around the Deptford Mall in South Jersey to see Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver DeVonta Smith at Dick's Sporting Goods on Thursday night.
Deptford Township School District is set to close on Friday because of how many staff members called out.
Neighbors shoveled snow in Washington Township, Gloucester County, as Tuesday night's storm made for a messy Wednesday morning.
Last night's storm was enough for some school systems to close. The snow and slush made for a messy Wednesday morning in some spots. Ryan Hughes talked with neighbors as they dig out in Washington Township, Gloucester County.
Staff members at Wilmington Hospital in Delaware remain shaken up one day after an employee shot two coworkers, killing one.
Kyle Stowers homered twice and drove in five runs and the Miami Marlins avoided a series sweep with a 12-4 win over the Philadelphia Phillies.
A Pennsylvania man was sentenced to life in prison for stabbing his wife to death in Bethlehem Township, officials said.
A man was charged with assaulting an officer after he allegedly rammed his van into a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent in New Jersey, according to prosecutors.
An image of Jalen Brunson and his father, Rick, in an emotional hug after the Knicks' championship win on Saturday spread rapidly. But what came before that moment says a lot more about their relationship.
Learn more about Alex Scott, her lemonade stands, and the years-long efforts to help children and their families fight cancer.
Staff members at Wilmington Hospital in Delaware remain shaken up one day after an employee shot two coworkers, killing one.
Kyle Stowers homered twice and drove in five runs and the Miami Marlins avoided a series sweep with a 12-4 win over the Philadelphia Phillies.
A Pennsylvania man was sentenced to life in prison for stabbing his wife to death in Bethlehem Township, officials said.
A man was charged with assaulting an officer after he allegedly rammed his van into a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent in New Jersey, according to prosecutors.
A Pennsylvania man was sentenced to life in prison for stabbing his wife to death in Bethlehem Township, officials said.
Todd Hill, a swim school manager in Aston, Pennsylvania, is charged with seven felonies in a sexual assault of a minor investigation in Delaware.
A driver attempting to pass a double-parked car got into a head-on crash in Tacony on Tuesday night, police say.
A 15-year-old boy was shot in the back after walking out of a corner store in Philadelphia's Frankford neighborhood Tuesday night, police said.
A new initiative is turning vacant land in Chester into greener spaces designed to improve neighborhood safety, health and quality of life.
A man was charged with assaulting an officer after he allegedly rammed his van into a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent in New Jersey, according to prosecutors.
Teo Solari, who's helping team Haiti prepare for the World Cup, has a family soccer legacy at Stockton University.
Stein Your Florist Co. is closing its storefront in Philadelphia's Mayfair-Tacony neighborhood and consolidating all business at its location in Burlington, New Jersey.
The teenager who died after colliding with a UPS truck while riding an e-bike in South Jersey was identified as high school student Chase Sudano.
Paul Robbins, the last known living World War II crewmember, returned to the Battleship New Jersey for an emotional homecoming Monday.
Staff members at Wilmington Hospital in Delaware remain shaken up one day after an employee shot two coworkers, killing one.
Todd Hill, a swim school manager in Aston, Pennsylvania, is charged with seven felonies in a sexual assault of a minor investigation in Delaware.
A suspect was taken into custody in Philadelphia in connection with the shooting at Wilmington Hospital that left a 19-year-old dead and another injured.
Despite being burned in a fire last month, Mother African Union Church in Wilmington is preserving the past and shaping the future.
One person was found dead in a Delaware home where a fire broke out overnight, officials say.
Josie Selke was diagnosed with a rare pediatric leukemia at just 5 months old. But thanks to a grant from the Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation, today she's in remission.
Alex Scott's wish was that her lemonade stands could help raise money to find cancer treatments and cures, and that's what's happening.
Cooper's LGBTQ+ clinic in Collingswood, New Jersey, is empowering the community to get the best inclusive healthcare possible.
Dr. Peter Stafford was working with a missionary group in the Congo when he came down with the virus last month.
A star high school lacrosse player in Delaware is back on the field after a mysterious condition in his jaw turned out to be something much more serious.
Target is voluntarily recalling two types of baby wipes due to concerns that the products may be contaminated with bacteria that may cause "serious and life-threatening infections," the U.S. Food and Drug Administration said on Friday.
The Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board says it will begin approving the extended-hours permits for Philadelphia businesses within the next week.
Two top-rated and critically acclaimed restaurants in the Philadelphia area are receiving a new honor.
Sportswear brand Mitchell & Ness is opening a new three-story flagship store in Center City Philadelphia.
Caesars Entertainment is being acquired for almost $6 billion by Fertitta, the company that owns Las Vegas' Golden Nugget and chains like Rainforest Cafe and Morton's.
Organizers say they want the FIFA Fan Festival in Philadelphia to be "soccer Coachella" for fans from around the world.
SEPTA says it's making improvements to the train station in the South Philadelphia Sports Complex.
A new website helps visitors and residents check traffic conditions before heading to events in Philadelphia this summer.
PennDOT is replacing a bridge built in 1950 that carries State Road across the Darby Creek, linking Upper Darby and Springfield townships.
SEPTA's South Broad Concourse links 15th/City Hall and Walnut-Locust stations and reopened after being closed for six years.
Kyle Stowers homered twice and drove in five runs and the Miami Marlins avoided a series sweep with a 12-4 win over the Philadelphia Phillies.
An image of Jalen Brunson and his father, Rick, in an emotional hug after the Knicks' championship win on Saturday spread rapidly. But what came before that moment says a lot more about their relationship.
Brandon Marsh, Alec Bohm and Kyle Schwarber homered, Jesús Luzardo pitched seven strong innings and the Philadelphia Phillies defeated the Miami Marlins 8-2.
Teo Solari, who's helping team Haiti prepare for the World Cup, has a family soccer legacy at Stockton University.
The Flyers acquired Joseph Woll and Simon Benoit in a surprise four-player trade with the Maple Leafs ahead of the 2026 NHL draft.
"The Sound of America," an original production set to world-premiere July 1 at FringeArts, reimagines Benjamin Franklin's life as a rock-and-roll spectacle.
Taylor Swift became the youngest woman ever inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame Thursday night, at the age of 36.
Taylor Swift attended Game 4 of the NBA Finals between the Knicks and Spurs at Madison Square Garden on Wednesday.
The Godmother of Soul — Philly's own Patti LaBelle — received a Lifetime Achievement Award during the college's Rhythm and RISE celebration.
"Schmigadoon!" — which was tied for the most nominations, with 12 — won Best Musical, and "Liberation" took home the honor of Best Play at the 2026 Tony Awards.
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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.
There is no universal federal mandate for hospital security, but many hospitals in the Philadelphia area do have metal detectors in emergency departments and more advanced weapon detection technology. CBS News Philadelphia's Liz Crawford reports.
For Aidan, it was a long road to recovery, but as he and his mom found out, a little kindness can go a long way when you're in the fight of your life. Here's Aidan's story.
More than 20 years ago, Alex Scott had a dream: to hold lemonade stands to raise money so her doctors could find cures for all kids with cancer. This is Alex's story.
Every year for the past 20 years, Philadelphia's sports teams, the Phillies included, have helped us raise a lot of money in the fight to end childhood cancer. In 2026, it's no different. Also, the Phillie Phanatic was there, and he ... mostly behaved.
Edie Gilger is a pediatric cancer survivor who, thanks to research that made it out of the laboratory and into a clinical trial, is now a healthy 17-year-old. During our Alex Scott: A Stand for Hope Telethon, Edie and her mother Emily reunited with Dr. Yael Mosse and Dr. John Maris, who treated Alex and later saved Edie's life. "We realize that we wouldn't be here today if it wasn't for what they are doing as well as Dr. Mosse and Dr. Maris