52 Philadelphia schools shift to virtual learning because of heat
Dozens of schools in the School District of Philadelphia are set to shift to virtual learning on Friday, June 5, because of the hot weather.
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Dozens of schools in the School District of Philadelphia are set to shift to virtual learning on Friday, June 5, because of the hot weather.
Residents say they have been living without air-conditioning at the Park Terrace Apartments, and the recent heat wave created unbearable conditions inside.
A resident was found dead Wednesday inside a Holmesburg apartment building where tenants say they have been enduring dangerous heat without air conditioning during this week's record-breaking temperatures.
Residents of the Park Terrace Apartments in Philadelphia's Holmesburg neighborhood say the air conditioning is broken, making for unbearable heat in their homes.
Mascots like the Phillie Phanatic have a boozy little trick for staying fresh during hot summer games.
Summer camps are trying to find ways to beat the heat. Philadelphia City Rowing is having its final camp session of the summer.
Summer camps are trying to find ways to beat the heat. Nikki DeMentri reports more on exactly how on Boathouse Row.
Philadelphia City Rowing is in its final session of the summer. Sixty-five kids are keeping cool and staying hydrated as they learn the ins and outs of rowing before they officially head out on the water on Wednesday.
Despite the hot weather and pop-up showers, people around the Philadelphia area spent time outside on Sunday.
Some people got help in dealing with the heat. Six hundred free fans were handed out by State Representative Amen Brown at his district office. There was also information given out on how to access state programs and resources.
As the scorching sun shone down in Camden, families found ways to beat the heat, while police officers also helped seniors find some relief.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said some medications interfere with the body's ability to regulate temperature, making it harder to cool down and increasing sun sensitivity to the skin. Plus, some medications can also make a person more vulnerable to heat by affecting the body's hydration.
Southwest Airlines launched a multi-million dollar initiative after extreme summer heat led to beverage cans bursting on flights.
CBS News Philadelphia is in your corner to help you keep your energy bill from soaring along with the temperatures during this heat wave.
Residents of Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, are staying cool at the Senior Adult Activities Center in Norristown. Health reporter Stephanie Stahl shares what you need to know to stay safe during the heat wave in the Philadelphia area.
It's currently hot in Philadelphia , and it will stay this hot for the next couple of days. Heat index values will likely reach 110-plus at the height of Monday thanks to dewpoints in the 70s. At these temperatures, heatstroke and heat exhaustion are possible. The cumulative effect of the extreme heat from this week can also lead to additional health problems. Meteorologist Grant Gilmore explains.
Kelly Pool opened for the season last week. With the temperatures soaring, many of the people CBS News Philadelphia spoke with shared that the only place they wanted to be was near the water.
President Donald Trump is expected to meet with his national security team just two days after the U.S. military launched strikes on three Iranian nuclear sites. In New Jersey, crews are still working to figure out what led to a massive fire at a recycling center in Cumberland County. Plus, an air quality alert is in effect as the region copes with heavy heat and likely triple-digit temperatures. Jim Donovan has your latest morning headlines with weather from Meteorologist Kate Bilo.
Philadelphia is aiming for a high of 100 today, which would mark the first time since July 7, 2012. Heat index values could reach as high as 110 by late afternoon. Along the immediate coast it'll be a bit cooler but even inland sections of shore towns may reach over 100 on the heat index.
President Trump says the U.S. has obliterated Iran's main nuclear sites with massive bunker-busting bombs. This marks the country's entry into the ongoing war between Iran and Israel. The strikes on Iran come just over a week after Israel launched its own attack on the country. Plus, our first heat wave of the year is here, with temperatures approaching the upper 90s on Sunday and climbing as we head into the work week.
AAA's Jana Tidwell says now is the time to pack a vehicle emergency kit. When you leave the comfort of your home and have to get into your car to travel this summer, you want to ensure it's in good working condition and that you have a plan in case you get stuck somewhere. Tidwell has the tips you need to know to make sure you and your vehicle are prepared for the region's heavy heat.
Heat alerts will be in effect across the Philadelphia region starting Sunday as Saturday kicks off a multi-day heat wave.
People are trying to stay cool in today's humidity, and businesses are preparing for what's to come as we track dangerous heat this week.
At least seven teen football players have died in the U.S. in August. Experts say parents of teen football players should be proactive.
Even first responders like city firefighters and police officers need a helping hand to stay cool with Wednesday’s scorching heat. Josh Sanders introduces a volunteer group that has served Philadelphia’s first responders for more than a century.
Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni said A.J. Brown had a "good run" in Philadelphia and spoke highly of the team's new receiver room.
Christ Church in Old City has a free exhibit that includes artifacts from the American Revolution and a letter from George Washington.
A partnership between the Philadelphia Phillies and Nest helps introduce over 20 high school students to careers in the trades.
Four high school seniors will be awarded scholarships in honor of Danielle Kousoulis, a South Jersey woman who died on 9/11.
The Phillies and MLB announced on Tuesday a more than $5 million investment to help make a lasting impact in Philadelphia.
Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni said A.J. Brown had a "good run" in Philadelphia and spoke highly of the team's new receiver room.
Christ Church in Old City has a free exhibit that includes artifacts from the American Revolution and a letter from George Washington.
A partnership between the Philadelphia Phillies and Nest helps introduce over 20 high school students to careers in the trades.
Four high school seniors will be awarded scholarships in honor of Danielle Kousoulis, a South Jersey woman who died on 9/11.
The Phillies and MLB announced on Tuesday a more than $5 million investment to help make a lasting impact in Philadelphia.
Christ Church in Old City has a free exhibit that includes artifacts from the American Revolution and a letter from George Washington.
A partnership between the Philadelphia Phillies and Nest helps introduce over 20 high school students to careers in the trades.
A man is in custody after making threatening comments online toward St. Pius X parish in Broomall, Pennsylvania, police say.
Sevean Brown and Hassan Ameer Nelson were sentenced to prison time for threatening, assaulting and stealing from a man in Northampton Township last year.
The U.S. Department of Justice says Philadelphia police and the city are under investigation for possible Second Amendment rights violations.
Four high school seniors will be awarded scholarships in honor of Danielle Kousoulis, a South Jersey woman who died on 9/11.
The City of Camden ordered EMR Recycling to cease operations after a number of scrap yard fires broke out at the facility.
The body of missing swimmer Carlos Gil-Reyes, known by friends as Carlos Manuel, was recovered from the Delaware River, authorities said.
While many LGBTQ+ couples have historically chosen to live in big cities, more are now moving to the suburbs across the Philadelphia region.
Four former employees of the now-shuttered Gillian's Wonderland Pier are working to preserve the nostalgia that once lined the Ocean City boardwalk.
A teenager was arrested after she allegedly stabbed her hairdresser and another person inside a Wilmington hair salon, Delaware State Police said.
Gordon Turner was convicted of murder and other charges after hitting and killing a University of Delaware student with a U-Haul van last year.
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.
Delaware State troopers found the young girl dead in her bedroom after her father allegedly hit her multiple times with a belt.
This weekend's rare blue moon may be visible in the Philadelphia area this Saturday and Sunday.
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.
Researchers at Penn Medicine say the revolutionary cancer treatment CAR-T therapy may also help patients with kidney failure.
Preliminary research out of Penn Medicine indicates that GLP-1 drugs could prevent breast cancer, but more study is needed.
ChristianaCare Hospital, Aston — Delaware County's first micro-hospital — is expected to treat 15,000 patients annually.
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.
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.
A police pursuit that started in Philadelphia's Kensington section ended with a car fire along I-95 Friday afternoon, sources said.
SEPTA's board voted to approve its annual service plan Thursday, including the transit authority's first-ever comprehensive bus redesign.
Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni said A.J. Brown had a "good run" in Philadelphia and spoke highly of the team's new receiver room.
A partnership between the Philadelphia Phillies and Nest helps introduce over 20 high school students to careers in the trades.
The Phillies and MLB announced on Tuesday a more than $5 million investment to help make a lasting impact in Philadelphia.
Philadelphia Union and Ivory Coast fans filled the stands at Subaru Park for a friendly Monday night match ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Cristopher Sánchez struck out 10 and allowed two runs in seven innings to win for the sixth time in seven starts, Adolis García hit a two-run homer and the Philadelphia Phillies beat the Toronto Blue Jays 5-2.
"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.
"LUZIA" showcases Mexican culture under the Big Top at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center in Oaks through June 7.
The American Music Awards celebrate fan favorites in the music world and feature performances from multiple artists.
Patti LaBelle said she's "having fun living it down" as the legendary singer marks her 82nd birthday.
Rob Base, the MC whose lyrics lit up the dancefloor classic "It Takes Two" and got countless people moving worldwide, passed away Friday.
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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.
As Philadelphia prepares to host FIFA World Cup matches, Delaware's West African community is embracing its unique connection to the global tournament. Madeleine Wright reports.
Stockton University's Galloway campus will serve as Haiti's official training base ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
After a CBS News Philadelphia investigation exposed the rampant sale of nitrous oxide in Pennsylvania smoke shops, a new law is now in the works.
The Highmark Mann Center for the Performing Arts in Philadelphia is getting a whole new look, just in time for America's 250th anniversary and a busy summer in the city. Reporter Eva Andersen got a tour.
A special exhibit for America's 250th anniversary at Christ Church in Philadelphia's Old City includes a letter from George Washington and other artifacts from the Revolutionary War.