Fright Factory haunted house opens in South Philadelphia
The Fright Factory is in a 25,000 square foot basement and super scary!
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"Scarecrows in the Village" competition returns to Peddler's Village
Fall is in the air and that means an annual tradition is returning to Peddler's Village in Bucks County. Chandler Lutz has a preview of the annual "Scarecrows in the Village" competition which is underway.
2023 list of haunted houses, hayrides in Philadelphia area
The Halloween season is here and we've got your list of haunted houses in the Philadelphia area.
Eastern State Penitentiary haunted house returns
Eastern State Penitentiary's "Halloween Nights" returns for its 2023 season this Friday!
Weezer fulfills promise to fan, gives him a billboard in Berlin, NJ
The fan won a Halloween pumpkin carving contest, and the billboard was put up on the White Horse Pike in New Jersey.
Weezer buys billboard for fan in Berlin, NJ
The fan won a Halloween contest called Weezerween. The billboard is on the White Horse Pike in New Jersey.
1 lucky winner could be in store for big Halloween treat
Madeleine Wright reports.
Halloween warning about candy that isn't candy at all
Officials are issuing a warning about how marijuana edibles can look and taste the same as traditional candy.
NJ Poison Control issues warning about edibles
Stephanie Stahl reports.
Halloween weekend is here, find the biggest scares and spookiest tales in Philadelphia
Chandler Lutz reports.
Skittles, Reese's and other popular Halloween candies see price hike
The 10 most popular candy brands have seen an average price increase of 13% since 2021, according to Datasembly.
Flyers players visit children at Shriners Children's Hospital dressed in Halloween costumes
The costumes included a hotdog, Top Gun pilot, Ironman and Batman.
McRib returns on Halloween, could be for last time
McDonald's is calling the return "a farewell tour."
Little girl falls in love with Halloween doll
She named the doll Cloe.
New haunted house attraction opening at former Mad River location in Manayunk
The restaurant shut down after Hurricane Ida flooded the building in 2021.
New haunted house attraction to open at former Mad River Restaurant in Manayunk
The restaurant shut down after Hurricane Ida flooded the building in 2021.
Reese's Cups ranked as most popular candy nationwide, data says
CandyStore.com used 15 years of data to compile the list.
Runners race through cemetery for Rest In Peace 5K
The race was held at the Laurel Hill Cemetery.
Halloween Nights at Eastern State Penitentiary returns with new attractions, live entertainment
While you're bound to find creepy characters lurking in dark cell blocks, this haunting experience is also a way to bring to light important conversations.
New haunted attraction coming to Main Street in Manayunk this fall
Lincoln Mill Haunted House, formerly known as Mad River bar and grill, will open in Manayunk.
Philadelphia Weather: Will Our Halloween Weather Be A Trick Or Treat?
Halloween weather in Philadelphia can provide as much a surprise as the costumes we see or the treats that are given out.
Halloween 2021: Trick-Or-Treating Events In Philly-Area
The Philadelphia area has plenty of events for parents to take their kids trick-or-treating during Halloween.
Some Tricks, All A Treat! CBS3 Viewers Show Off Halloween Decorations
'Hersheypark In The Dark' Returns This Spooky Season
A spooky season tradition is headed back to Hershey this weekend. "Hersheypark In The Dark" opens Friday night.
Halloween Coming Early At Lowe's Stores Across Country With Trick-Or-Treat Events
Halloween is coming a little earlier this year at Lowe's in the Philadelphia area and around the nation.
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Philadelphia journalist shot, killed inside Point Breeze home
Josh Kruger, a local journalist who rose from homelessness and addiction to serve five years in city government, was shot and killed inside his Point Breeze home early Monday morning.
Police ID victims, alleged shooter killed by authorities in Lawncrest quadruple shooting
Jahad Snead, 41, was shot and killed by police after authorities say he shot four people, including three fatally, in Philadelphia's Lawrncrest neighborhood.
Hurts' breakthrough passing game resembles 2022, and so does 4-0 start for NFC champion Eagles
The Philadelphia Eagles are 4-0 for the second straight season.
$1M Powerball winning ticket sold in Schuylkill County
The winning Powerball ticket -- from the Saturday, Sept. 30 drawing -- matched all five of the lottery numbers drawn: 19-30-37-44-46.
Emergency alert test will sound Oct. 4 on all U.S. cellphones
On Wednesday, Oct. 4, FEMA and the FCC will launch a nationwide test of the emergency alert system.
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Philadelphia journalist shot, killed inside Point Breeze home
Josh Kruger, a local journalist who rose from homelessness and addiction to serve five years in city government, was shot and killed inside his Point Breeze home early Monday morning.
Police ID victims, alleged shooter killed by authorities in Lawncrest quadruple shooting
Jahad Snead, 41, was shot and killed by police after authorities say he shot four people, including three fatally, in Philadelphia's Lawrncrest neighborhood.
Hurts' breakthrough passing game resembles 2022, and so does 4-0 start for NFC champion Eagles
The Philadelphia Eagles are 4-0 for the second straight season.
$1M Powerball winning ticket sold in Schuylkill County
The winning Powerball ticket -- from the Saturday, Sept. 30 drawing -- matched all five of the lottery numbers drawn: 19-30-37-44-46.
Emergency alert test will sound Oct. 4 on all U.S. cellphones
On Wednesday, Oct. 4, FEMA and the FCC will launch a nationwide test of the emergency alert system.
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Philadelphia journalist shot, killed inside Point Breeze home
Josh Kruger, a local journalist who rose from homelessness and addiction to serve five years in city government, was shot and killed inside his Point Breeze home early Monday morning.
Police ID victims, alleged shooter killed by authorities in Lawncrest quadruple shooting
Jahad Snead, 41, was shot and killed by police after authorities say he shot four people, including three fatally, in Philadelphia's Lawrncrest neighborhood.
$1M Powerball winning ticket sold in Schuylkill County
The winning Powerball ticket -- from the Saturday, Sept. 30 drawing -- matched all five of the lottery numbers drawn: 19-30-37-44-46.
Penn's Drew Weissman, Katalin Karikó win Nobel Prize
Two scientists part of the University of Pennsylvania's historic mRNA vaccine research team won the Nobel Prize in medicine on Monday for discoveries that enabled the creation of mRNA vaccines against COVID-19.
TWU Local 234 members vote to authorize strike against SEPTA
Members of the Transport Workers Union Local 234 have voted to authorize a strike against SEPTA if necessary. The union's contract with SEPTA expires at the end of the month.
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NEXT Weather: Mild Monday sets up mostly sunny, warm week ahead
Get ready for a mostly sunny and warm week ahead, setting up perfect weather for the Phillies' playoff series beginning Tuesday.
Video shows man deliberately crashing car into Jersey police station
Prosecutors said the driver had also crashed his car into a home earlier that day.
New Jersey's gas tax increases by roughly a penny
The roughly 2% New Jersey gas tax increase comes after the gas tax fell in the previous two years.
Neighbors rock out from the comfort of their front lawns at Collingswood Porchfest
Porchfest is a Collingswood classic. It's an open air music festival designed to bring the community together.
Bicyclists raise $4.3M for 44th annual Bike MS: City to Shore Ride 2023
More than 4,000 bicyclists embarked on the 75 to 100 mile trek down the shore to Ocean City, N.J. to raise awareness for Multiple Sclerosis early Saturday morning.
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NEXT Weather: Mild Monday sets up mostly sunny, warm week ahead
Get ready for a mostly sunny and warm week ahead, setting up perfect weather for the Phillies' playoff series beginning Tuesday.
Mothers outraged after Delaware State Trooper accused of beating teens over prank indicted
A news conference was held Thursday afternoon after a Delaware State Trooper was indicted by a grand jury.
Delaware trooper accused of beating teens over ding dong ditch prank indicted by grand jury
Delaware State Police Corporal Dempsey Walters has been indicted by a grand jury after being accused of beating a teen who tried to ding dong ditch.
PA, NJ, DE among 17 states to join FTC in sweeping antitrust suit against Amazon
Amazon is facing antitrust claims from the Federal Trade Commission and states including New York and Pennsylvania, alleging the retailer is operating an unlawful monopoly.
3-year-old boy dead after hit by off-duty firefighter parking his car
A 3-year-old boy has died from his injuries after he was hit by an off-duty firefighter's car while he attempted to park Sunday morning.
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Penn's Drew Weissman, Katalin Karikó win Nobel Prize
Two scientists part of the University of Pennsylvania's historic mRNA vaccine research team won the Nobel Prize in medicine on Monday for discoveries that enabled the creation of mRNA vaccines against COVID-19.
In a first, CDC to recommend antibiotic pill after sex for some
The approach to fighting sexually transmitted infections has been nicknamed "Doxy-PEP."
Pa. child care providers fear loss of funding that "kept the lights on"
The American Rescue Plan Act gave nearly $730 million to 6,800 child care programs in Pennsylvania. Advocates hope future funding is on the horizon.
Rocker bassinets potentially deadly for babies, safety regulator warns
5in1 Rocker Bassinets sold online at Walmart.com and other websites pose suffocation, strangulation and fall hazards, regulators warn.
Philly health officials urge vaccinations as COVID hospitalizations increase
The Philadelphia health commissioner hopes to avoid another tripledemic of flu, COVID and RSV, like what happened last winter.
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National Coffee Day 2023 deals: Dunkin', Krispy Kreme, Circle K
We've got all you need to know about where to get free coffee on National Coffee Day.
Famous Philly streetwear store looks to rebuild after being looted
One of Philadelphia's most recognizable streetwear businesses was looted Tuesday night as trouble took over streets in the city's northeast section.
Starbucks facing lawsuit over no fruit in "Refresher" drinks
The drinks in question are the 'Refresher' line mango dragon-fruit, mango dragon-fruit lemonade, pineapple passion-fruit, pineapple passion-fruit lemonade, strawberry açai, and strawberry açai lemonade.
Starbucks wants to overhaul its iconic cup. Will customers go along?
In the name of the environment and sustainability, Starbucks' disposable cup may be on its way to extinction
"It's family and it's community": Iconic Eye's Gallery thriving in new South Street space
Some may call this chapter a literal rising from the ashes, as some eight months after the fire, the Eye's Gallery is reopening.
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TWU Local 234 members vote to authorize strike against SEPTA
Members of the Transport Workers Union Local 234 have voted to authorize a strike against SEPTA if necessary. The union's contract with SEPTA expires at the end of the month.
SEPTA contactless "tap to pay" payments start Friday; riders split
SEPTA riders will be able to use contactless "tap to pay" payment on all city and suburban buses and most trains starting Friday.
SEPTA launching contactless "tap to pay" tech on buses, trolleys, most trains
On Friday SEPTA is rolling out contactless payment like credit cards, Apple Pay and Google Pay on all buses and trolleys and almost all of its trains.
SEPTA bus driver discovers man shot in his car
A SEPTA bus driver made a startling discovery when he had to approach a car that was blocking the intersection at 17th and South Streets.
SEPTA Bus Revolution to hold last 3 public hearings Sept. 26 - 28
The SEPTA Bus Revolution is an overhaul of the entire system that's meant to make the bus system more reliable and overall easier to use.
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Hurts' breakthrough passing game resembles 2022, and so does 4-0 start for NFC champion Eagles
The Philadelphia Eagles are 4-0 for the second straight season.
Phillies to play Marlins in 2023 NLWS. Here's everything you need to know
The Phillies will play the Miami Marlins in the 2023 NLWS. Here's everything you need to know.
James Harden skips Sixers' media day, continues to seek trade
James Harden skipped the Sixers' media day Monday and his status for training camp remains unclear as he continues to seek a trade.
Jake Elliott's clutch FG gives Eagles OT win over Washington Commanders
Jake Elliott hit a 54-yard field goal -- his fourth of the game -- to give the Eagles a 34-31 overtime victory over the Washington Commanders on Sunday at Lincoln Financial Field.
Taylor Swift at MetLife Stadium to watch Travis Kelce's Chiefs take on the Jets
Taylor Swift couldn't just shake off another chance to watch Travis Kelce on the football field.
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Taylor Swift at MetLife Stadium to watch Travis Kelce's Chiefs take on the Jets
Taylor Swift couldn't just shake off another chance to watch Travis Kelce on the football field.
Man indicted for murder of Tupac Shakur in 1996 drive-by shooting
A Nevada grand jury indicted Duane "Keffe D" Davis in the long-unsolved killing of rapper Tupac Shakur, prosecutors announced in court Friday.
Judge ending conservatorship between Michael Oher and Memphis couple
Judge Kathleen Gomes said she is terminating the agreement reached in 2004 that allowed Sean and Leigh Anne Tuohy to control Michael Oher's finances.
Jester Castle offers community opportunity to exhibit talent in various forms of spoken art
In this week's The Heartbeat, host Ashley Harder plants her feet on Jester Castle's stage. Learning the concept behind this new Center City venue and what sets it apart.
End of an era: Last Netflix DVDs being mailed out Friday
The once-iconic DVD-by-mail service obliterated Blockbuster video stores and provided a springboard into video streaming that's transformed entertainment.
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Local nonprofit delivers early Christmas gift to man battling congenital heart disease
Ukee Washington reports.
Camden woman made it her life's mission to help her community after losing husband to gun violence
Natasha Brown reports.
Brotherly Love: Saving Grace Ministry helps children and their families coping with trauma
Natasha Brown reports.
Fairhill nonprofit's youth artist program "empowers" teens
Natasha Brown reports.
Sinister Mopar to host car show with a cause at Clementon Lake Park in South Jersey
Ukee Washington reports.
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Philadelphia Police Athletic League working to keep kids active and off the streets
The Ford PAL Center in Southwest Philadelphia is one of over a dozen centers in the city helping kids stay active and off the streets.
Boys can learn ballet for free at Philadelphia Dance Academy
Only about 6% of the students at Philadelphia Dance Academy are boys - but the academy has a program aiming to involve more boys in dance.
Father Judge High School taking learning beyond the classroom with new CTE academy
Father Judge High School is taking learning beyond the classroom, with a new Career and Technical Education Academy.
With "Get Lost," 15-year-old Pottstown High School teen making mark on music world
Colin Plank, a 15-year-old Pottstown High School student, has a hit single, "Get Lost," published by Excelcia Music Publishing.
With Studying Never Stops, local teen entrepreneur inspires others to read
A 15-year-old local entrepreneur is making it his business to inspire others to read with his company "Studying Never Stops."
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Meet Nikki Bullock: the Prospect Park mom who confronted a biker who pointed a gun at her in traffic
A viral social media video shows a biker stomping twice on the mother's back windshield while in Center City traffic. Bullock proceeds to exit the car and confront the attacker.
Mattel releases Stevie Nicks Barbie
The Stevie Barbie's outfit is inspired by the cover of Fleetwood Mac's legendary 1977 album "Rumors."
Research shows many Americans failing to wash their hands while preparing food
Plus about one in six people in the U.S. get sick with foodborne illnesses each year.
Trump civil trial update: Former President Trump could lose his ability to do business in New York
Last week, the judge found Trump liable for widespread fraud and revoked the licenses for some of his flagship properties, including Trump Tower.
Community devastated after Josh Kruger's murder inside Philadelphia home
Kruger, a Philly journalist and activist, was shot and killed inside his Point Breeze home early Monday morning. He was shot seven times, police said.