Checkmate violence chess marathon returns to Philadelphia this weekend
After School Activities Partnerships is helping kids make the right move on and off the chess board, Wakisha Bailey reports.
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After School Activities Partnerships is helping kids make the right move on and off the chess board, Wakisha Bailey reports.
The man was waiting for a bus at 5th Street and Roosevelt Boulevard when he was shot, police say.
"Our mission is to clean up Kensington, to make Kensington the kind of place where people want to live," Council member Jim Harrity said at a news conference announcing arrests in the Nov. 5, 2022 mass shooting outside a Kensington bar. READ MORE: https://cbsloc.al/47xBEmT
Two arrests have been made after 9 people were shot near Kensington and Allegheny Avenues Nov. 5, 2022.
Philadelphia police say a man was shot and killed Wednesday night on Orkney Street near Indiana Avenue.
Pastor Carl Day and other activists battling gun violence want the new Philadelphia mayor and police commissioner to engage with community leaders and groups and develop neighborhood safety plans.
The shooting happened before 9 p.m. on Chestnut Street in Allentown. We've reached out to authorities for more information on how many people were injured and their conditions.
"If you do shoot your gun up in the air, you gonna get the smoke up in your house," Philadelphia Sheriff Rochelle Bilal said.
Police say a man was shot and killed after answering the door at a townhome apartment in Northeast Philadelphia.
Philadelphia police are asking the public for help Thursday for any information to solve three homicides that happened this year.
The gifts collected by CBS Philadelphia's Joy of Sharing campaign have brought joy to families hurting at the holidays, founder Dr. Dorothy Johnson-Speight said.
Mothers in Charge supports families affected by gun violence. Kids are sometimes the "forgotten mourners," the organization's founder Dr. Dorothy Johnson-Speight said. This holiday season CBS News Philadelphia is partnering with Mothers in Charge and the Salvation Army to donate toys to kids during the Joy of Sharing campaign.
Two and a half years ago, Amanda Parezo was paralyzed after being struck by a stray bullet while playing kickball with friends at a Fishtown park in Philadelphia.
Amanda Parazoe was struck by a stray bullet in her lower back, leaving her paralyzed from her waist down. Now, she's sharing her story of hope despite a devastating injury.
A man and woman were shot inside a West Oak Lane home overnight, police said.
Philadelphia's latest gun violence prevention progress report shows the city's homicide rate is dropping faster than the national rate.
The shooting happened around 3 a.m. at South Frazier Street and Kingsessing Avenue.
Police said a man is in custody after shooting another man in the stomach outside a bar in Pennypack on Thursday morning.
The shooting happened just after 5:30 a.m. at 7th and Norris Streets.
The shooting happened inside and outside Merly's Cafe at the intersection of 7th Street and Oregon Avenue just after 8:45 p.m.
The Church of Brielle, Ludwig's place of worship, has been holding vigils since she was hit by a stray bullet.
Police responded to reports of gunshots near 22nd and Tasker Streets after 1 a.m. and found a man with at least one gunshot wound in one of his legs.
Police say passenger Zhontay Capers shot Bernard Gribbin in Germantown on Thursday.
At least 16 people were killed in a shooting in Lewiston, Maine, Wednesday night, multiple law enforcement officials told CBS News.
The project etches the faces of the victims into the walls of a greenhouse on Elkins Estate. It's a visual representation of Philadelphia's gun violence epidemic.
The Phillies agreed to a three-year contract with J.T. Realmuto after losing out on Bo Bichette, according to a source.
Infielder Bo Bichette and the New York Mets have agreed to a $126 million, 3-year contract, a source tells The Associated Press.
Rendell Hoagland pleaded guilty Friday in the first-degree murder case of his own daughter, 12-year-old Malinda.
Curtis International is recalling an additional 330,000 Frigidaire-brand minifridges to an existing recall after reports of the product catching fire.
A Lehigh County couple says they were misled into paying nearly $30,000 to exit their timeshare contract — only to learn the deal wasn't what they expected.
The Phillies agreed to a three-year contract with J.T. Realmuto after losing out on Bo Bichette, according to a source.
Infielder Bo Bichette and the New York Mets have agreed to a $126 million, 3-year contract, a source tells The Associated Press.
Rendell Hoagland pleaded guilty Friday in the first-degree murder case of his own daughter, 12-year-old Malinda.
Curtis International is recalling an additional 330,000 Frigidaire-brand minifridges to an existing recall after reports of the product catching fire.
A Lehigh County couple says they were misled into paying nearly $30,000 to exit their timeshare contract — only to learn the deal wasn't what they expected.
Rendell Hoagland pleaded guilty Friday in the first-degree murder case of his own daughter, 12-year-old Malinda.
A Lehigh County couple says they were misled into paying nearly $30,000 to exit their timeshare contract — only to learn the deal wasn't what they expected.
Crews were called out to a burning restaurant on the 4200 block of Whitaker Avenue on Friday morning.
In a message Thursday, Cheltenham School District Supt. Brian Scriven said about 19 students witnessed the Sept. 3, 2025, assault and made no attempts to stop it.
Four-and-a-half years ago, the then 8-year-old was shot and killed by police outside of a high school football game in Delaware County.
A woman went to the Eagles' playoff game in Philadelphia and now can't find her car. Was it a courtesy tow or stolen? No one knows.
A four-alarm fire broke out at a high-rise building in Atlantic City, New Jersey.
Minor league hockey returns to Trenton, New Jersey, in 2026-27 for the first time in 13 years: meet the Ironhawks of the ECHL.
The New Jersey governor highlighted his achievements during his eight years in office in his final State of the State address.
New Jersey is suing a recycling company over a series of fires at scrap metal yards in Camden.
New Castle County Police are searching for Richard Kirchner, of Elkton, Maryland, after he allegedly ripped off several homeowners.
U.S. Army Lt. Col. Louis E. Roemer, who died as a POW during World War II, has been officially accounted for.
A flock in Kent County, Delaware, tested presumptive positive for avian influenza, officials say.
The Delaware Farm Bureau has announced the 10 winners of its annual amateur photography contest.
Hundreds of people gathered for a final farewell to Delaware State Trooper Matthew "Ty" Snook after he was shot and killed inside a Wilmington DMV.
A Philadelphia doctor said some chatbots can be dangerous for children.
A special art show at Bryn Mawr Rehab Hospital aims to raise community awareness about cognitive and physical disabilities.
A special group of students in West Philadelphia received a surprise celebration on Friday before heading to college Monday.
New Jersey has confirmed its first pediatric flu death of the 2025-26 season, which health leaders warn has been seeing cases spread at alarming rates.
Whether you have COVID or the common cold, doctors say it's important to know what you have so you get the right kind of treatment.
Former Sheetz president and CEO Steve Sheetz has died at age 77, the Altoona-based company announced on Monday.
The post-Christmas return rush was underway at shops and malls across the Philadelphia area.
With product return fraud on the rise, an emerging company is using AI to help spot issues.
Here are mall opening and closing hours for the Christmas and Christmas Eve holidays around the Philly region.
Through Amazon Now, customers can get household items, cosmetics, electronics, groceries and more delivered in about 30 minutes or less.
A multi-vehicle crash on Lincoln Drive in Philadelphia left one person dead and four other people injured Thursday night.
Officials in Philadelphia say they're working to reopen the Center City bus terminal in time for celebrations of America's 250th birthday.
Morning express trains on SEPTA's Regional Rail will resume Monday, Jan. 12, after months of delays and commuter frustrations.
A crash on Chester Pike knocked out power in Norwood and Prospect Park early Thursday morning.
Motorists running the red light at the intersection of Kelly Drive and Eakins Oval in Philadelphia will start getting $100 fines on Jan. 8.
The Phillies agreed to a three-year contract with J.T. Realmuto after losing out on Bo Bichette, according to a source.
Infielder Bo Bichette and the New York Mets have agreed to a $126 million, 3-year contract, a source tells The Associated Press.
In a message Thursday, Cheltenham School District Supt. Brian Scriven said about 19 students witnessed the Sept. 3, 2025, assault and made no attempts to stop it.
Sidney Crosby scored one of Pittsburgh's three power-play goals and the Penguins beat the Philadelphia Flyers 6-3.
The Phillies signed Venezuelan outfielder Francisco Renteria, the No. 3 overall prospect in MLB Pipeline's international rankings.
Jake Dillon, the musician behind Delco Donny, is using his virality to share his original songs while teaching music to others.
Scott Adams, the cartoonist who created the "Dilbert" comic strip, has died at the age of 68, his first ex-wife revealed on Tuesday.
The 2026 Golden Globes honored the standouts in both film and television from last year. See the full list of winners and nominees.
Here is everything you need to know about how to watch and stream the 2026 Golden Globes.
Bob Weir wrote or co-wrote and sang lead vocals on Grateful Dead classics including "Sugar Magnolia," "One More Saturday Night" and "Mexicali Blues."
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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.
With prices starting as low as $20 for lunch, Center City District Restaurant Week is a great opportunity to try some of the best eateries in Philadelphia for a good price. Giavana Suraci from CCD shares more about the deals and the restaurants involved. CCD Restaurant Week runs from Sunday, Jan. 18 to Saturday, Jan. 31.
When Christina and Joe Lehnert wanted to exit their timeshare contract, they learned they were misled into paying nearly $30,000. Josh Sidorowicz was in their corner and shares how Marriott ended up refunding the full amount the Lehnerts paid.
Philadelphia has been celebrating Founding Father Benjamin Franklin's birthday with events around the city this week. January 17, 2026 marks 320 years since Franklin was born in Boston.
Defense lawyers for Tyler Robinson, the man accused of fatally shooting Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University in September, want the county prosecution team on the case disqualified due to an alleged conflict of interest. Robinson's attorneys said an 18-year-old child of a deputy county attorney attended the campus event where Kirk was shot, and texted with that parent about the shooting. Josh Sanders has the latest from the Pulse Desk.
With a long weekend coming up for many of us, it might be the perfect time to get to the African American Museum in Philadelphia for some special MLK Day weekend exhibits.