The Pulse of CBS Philadelphia: Dec. 4-8
This week, police in Philadelphia are searching for another escaped prisoner, our own Aziza Shuler shared her journey with alopecia and much more.
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Inmate fatally assaulted by cellmate at Philadelphia correctional facility: officials
The Philadelphia Department of Prison confirmed an inmate was fatally assaulted at the Curran-Fromhold Correctional Facility in the city's Holmesburg neighborhood early Thursday morning.
1 critical, multiple people rescued after fire in Philadelphia's Holmesburg section
The Philadelphia Fire Department responded to a building fire on the 4700 block of Ashburner Street at around 8:30 p.m.
Woman shot a man more than 5 times during an argument in the city's Holmesburg section
This happened on the 8600 block of Ditman Street around 11 p.m.
Celebrating back-to-school at Father Judge!
Wakisha Bailey takes you into Spanish class and tests her skills as this Catholic high school welcomes students back for a new year.
4 dead after multiple shootings in Philadelphia over the weekend
Philadelphia police say there is an ongoing investigation for four deadly shootings that happened between Friday night and early Saturday morning.
3rd arrest made in connection with Philadelphia prison escape; 1 inmate at-large
One of the two inmates, Nasir Grant, 24, was captured by U.S. Marshals last week after being on the run for several days. Ameen Hurst remains at-large.
Neighborhood on edge, reward offered after 2 escape Philadelphia jail
Authorities are still searching for Ameen Hurst and Nasir Grant after their escape from Philadelphia Industrial Correctional Center.
"Somebody dropped the ball": Holmesburg residents on edge after Philadelphia prison escape
Neighbors in Holmesburg said they are feeling a bit uneasy after two men escaped from the Philadelphia Industrial Correctional Center.
Two teenagers shot near Father Judge High School in Holmesburg, police say
Shell casings were found outside Father Judge, according to police.
Deadly hazmat situation in Northeast Philadelphia
Sources say one person ingested a white powder and died at the scene.
Philadelphia street blocked off for possible hazmat incident
Multiple fire trucks and ambulances are on the scene and streets are blocked off in part of Northeast Philadelphia Friday for a possible hazmat incident.
Police: Pizza shop owner, employees, customers subdue 19-year-old gunman who shot 2 people
Police said the shop owner and others inside struggled with and subdued the 19-year-old gunman who shot two people.
One in custody, two injured after shooting inside pizza shop in Northeast Philadelphia
Kerri Corrado reports.
Holmesburg residents puzzled after pipe bomb found behind church
Neighbors told CBS Philadelphia say they're frightened and they're looking for answers.
Holmesburg residents puzzled after pipe bomb found behind church
Nikki DeMentri reports live from Holmesburg.
Northeast Philadelphia residents meet to discuss crime concerns
In the past week, police have responded to a deadly quadruple shooting and a beloved gas station attendant was fatally shot.
Man wanted in connection to fatal Holmesburg ATV crash: police
Police are looking for a man they believe is in connection to a crash in May 2022 involving an ATV that killed a 28-year-old woman in Northeast Philadelphia.
Home collapses after fire in Northeast Philadelphia
No one was injured in the incident, the Philadelphia Fire Department said. The home collapse occurred on Welsh Road in Holmesburg.
Man shot in Holmesburg while taking a walk: Philadelphia police
The man was walking with a woman when he was shot. The woman was not hurt during the incident.
Activists demand action after inmates, mostly Black men, endured experiments at Holmesburg Prison
Experts said these experiments led to a ripple effect of medical mistrust within the Black community.
Water main break floods part of Cottman Avenue in Holmesburg
A portion of the road is closed but traffic is moving in both directions.
Water main break floods parts of Cottman Avenue in Holmesburg
The water department found and isolated a 20-inch break on Cottman Avenue near Walker Street.
Philadelphia Police: Homeowner Shoots Intruder Inside Holmesburg Home
Police say they arrived to find a 31-year-old suspect shot in the face in the basement.
Overnight Philadelphia Shootings Leave Man Dead, 2 Others Injured, Police Say
No arrests have been made and no weapon has been recovered in any of these shootings.
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Win tickets to Ain't Too Proud: The Life and Times of The Temptations
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New Greek restaurant Almyra opens in Center City
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Man fatally hit by tractor-trailer on I-476 in Montgomery County, state police say
A man was fatally struck by a tractor-trailer on Interstate 476 while checking on an unsecured load in his utility truck Friday, state police said.
Penn donor threatens to pull $100M contribution after Magill's testimony in Congress
Pressure is mounting on the University of Pennsylvania's president, Liz Magill, to step down after controversial testimony before Congress this week that many viewed as antisemitic.
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Penn donor threatens to pull $100M contribution after Magill's testimony in Congress
Pressure is mounting on the University of Pennsylvania's president, Liz Magill, to step down after controversial testimony before Congress this week that many viewed as antisemitic.
Man fatally hit by tractor-trailer on I-476 in Montgomery County, state police say
A man was fatally struck by a tractor-trailer on Interstate 476 while checking on an unsecured load in his utility truck Friday, state police said.
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Police search for Delaware man who didn't return to correctional center after work
The Delaware Department of Correction said Mikel Paoletti escaped after obtaining a work pass to leave a correctional facility.
FDA approves gene-editing treatment for sickle cell disease
Sickle cell disease affects approximately 100,000 people in the U.S., predominantly people of color.
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Man fatally hit by tractor-trailer on I-476 in Montgomery County, state police say
A man was fatally struck by a tractor-trailer on Interstate 476 while checking on an unsecured load in his utility truck Friday, state police said.
Penn donor threatens to pull $100M contribution after Magill's testimony in Congress
Pressure is mounting on the University of Pennsylvania's president, Liz Magill, to step down after controversial testimony before Congress this week that many viewed as antisemitic.
How Charisse McGill is empowering Philadelphia youth with French Toast Bites
Charisse McGill launched French Toast Bites in the middle of the pandemic. Now her business is thriving and she's out to empower Philadelphia's youth.
Upper Darby teen's press-on nail business keeps on growing
Sabriyaah Hines started Nail Couture by Bri when she was just 15 years old during the pandemic.
"A Very Philly Christmas" at Kimmel Cultural Campus is a show for all generations
The Kimmel Cultural Campus' "A Very Philly Christmas" is for all generations, inviting multicultural elements to the performance in festive ways.
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2 nurses, resident slashed by woman at Newark hospital
The woman was visiting a patient in the pediatric ICU and attacked the hospital workers during an altercation Friday morning, police said.
Adventure Aquarium's Christmas Underwater "sea-son" underway
Christmas Underwater at Adventure Aquarium in Camden, New Jersey, features Scuba Santa and the world's tallest underwater Christmas tree.
2-alarm fire in Paulsboro, New Jersey, leaves 1 person with burns: officials
Fire crews were called to a house on the 300 block of Mantua Avenue around 4:30 a.m. Friday.
NEXT Weather: Calm Friday, Saturday before Sunday-Monday storm
Temperatures are mild Friday and Saturday, but a storm is headed our way Sunday into Monday.
Veterans pay tribute at Battleship New Jersey for lives lost in Pearl Harbor
Thursday marks 82 years since the attack on Pearl Harbor. American flags across the country are flying at half-staff to honor those who lost their lives.
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NEXT Weather: Calm Friday, Saturday before Sunday-Monday storm
Temperatures are mild Friday and Saturday, but a storm is headed our way Sunday into Monday.
Police search for Delaware man who didn't return to correctional center after work
The Delaware Department of Correction said Mikel Paoletti escaped after obtaining a work pass to leave a correctional facility.
NEXT Weather: Passing flurries and wintry mix, cold Thursday
Accumulations will be fairly low, but some spots could pick up a few tenths of an inch up to half an inch western areas. Thursday's high temp will reach 43 with chills in the 30s, before temperatures rebound to the 50s Friday and Saturday.
Driver critically injured after car crashes into Delaware creek; Lancaster Pike partially closed
Delaware State Police posted on their X account that part of Lancaster Pike near Hercules Road was temporarily closed due to the crash.
NEXT Weather: Some sun, slight chance for spotty rain, snowflakes Wednesday
Showers and even some snowflakes are possible Wednesday, but don't expect any accumulation.
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FDA approves gene-editing treatment for sickle cell disease
Sickle cell disease affects approximately 100,000 people in the U.S., predominantly people of color.
CDC reports "alarming" rise in drug-resistant germs in Ukraine
Health officials say the "urgent crisis" in antibiotic resistant bacteria must be addressed, even during a war.
Art auction raising money for research on CASK gene disorders
Project CASK is holding an online art auction to raise money for research into the rare genetic disorder that affects fewer than 300 people worldwide.
Panera's caffeine-fueled lemonade cited in second death, suit says
Casual dining chain faces another wrongful death suit related to its Charged Lemonade after cardiac arrest of Florida man.
Easterseals aims to make air travel more accessible to people with disabilities
With the holiday travel season upon us, a new Easterseals campaign aims to make air travel more accessible to people with disabilities.
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Upper Darby teen's press-on nail business keeps on growing
Sabriyaah Hines started Nail Couture by Bri when she was just 15 years old during the pandemic.
20 holiday activities for your family in the Philadelphia region
Holiday season preparations are already underway and events like Christmas markets, displays and Santa Claus photo ops will start soon.
Philadelphia City Council passes "Shop Black Business Friday" resolution
The Philadelphia City Council has passed a resolution making every Friday in December "Shop Black Business Friday."
Christmas trees are in short supply, so get yours now, Pa. farmer says
Some Christmas tree farms in the area have already closed, having sold their supply.
Here's who's moving in to empty Bed Bath & Beyond stores
Retailers are pouncing on empty Bed Bath & Beyond stores - including some former locations in Massachusetts.
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Man fatally hit by tractor-trailer on I-476 in Montgomery County, state police say
A man was fatally struck by a tractor-trailer on Interstate 476 while checking on an unsecured load in his utility truck Friday, state police said.
Easterseals aims to make air travel more accessible to people with disabilities
With the holiday travel season upon us, a new Easterseals campaign aims to make air travel more accessible to people with disabilities.
Ramps connecting I-295, Route 42 finally open in NJ
Before November 2023 there was no direct connection from I-295 north to Route 42 south or from 42N to I-295S.
I-95 northbound reopens in Chester, Pa. after major crash blocks lanes
Traffic was not moving before 7 a.m. Thursday after a crash on I-95 past Route 322.
I-95 in Philadelphia reopens after triple shooting closed highway: police
The northbound lanes of I-95 in Philadelphia have reopened after three men were shot on the highway early Wednesday morning, Pennsylvania State Police said.
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Eagles-Cowboys 5 questions: Shaq Leonard's debut, containing Dak Prescott, more
Linebacker Shaquille Leonard is expected to make his Eagles debut Sunday, but will his addition help contain scorching-hot Cowboys QB Dak Prescott?
Bills coach apologizes for citing 9/11 hijackers in team meeting
Sean McDermott said he apologized to players in 2019 after he cited the hijackers while stressing the importance of communication.
Flyers, "building something special," continue winning by ending Coyotes' 5-game win streak
Travis Konecny scored twice, including Philadelphia's NHL-leading 7th shorthanded goal and the Flyers beat the Coyotes for their third straight win.
Why the Army-Navy game is not in Philadelphia this year
In one of college football's most storied rivalries, the Army-Navy game returns this weekend. But it's not in Philadelphia this year. Here's why.
Juan Soto traded to Yankees from Padres in 7-player blockbuster
In addition to Soto, the Yankees get Gold Glove center fielder Trent Grisham.
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Andrea Bocelli shares update after another last-minute cancellation
Andrea Bocelli has released a statement on "health challenges" affecting his world-famous voice.
"Long Live" Berks County: a guide to Taylor Swift's Pennsylvania roots
On Wednesday, Swift was named Time's 2023 Person of the Year. But this popstar has humble Pennsylvania roots and a community that was rooting her on from the very beginning.
Sean "Diddy" Combs denies accusations after new gang rape lawsuit
A woman has accused Sean "Diddy" Combs and two other men of gang raping her in 2003 when she was 17 years old.
Daddy Yankee says he's retiring from music to focus on his faith
Daddy Yankee, the iconic reggaeton superstar, announced his plans to focus on his faith during his final musical performance Sunday in Puerto Rico.
Denny Laine, Moody Blues and Wings co-founder, dies at age 79
Dennis Laine was Paul McCartney's longtime sideman in the ex-Beatle's solo band Wings.
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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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Upper Darby teen's press-on nail business keeps on growing
Sabriyaah Hines started Nail Couture by Bri when she was just 15 years old during the pandemic.
Celebrity barber who worked for the Roots inspiring young minds at Dobbins High School
A celebrity barber who worked for the Roots for more than two decades is inspiring young minds one haircut at a time at Dobbins High School in Philadelphia.
How Philly's only CTE program is inspiring next generation of fashion designers
Philadelphia School District's only CTE program is helping inspire the next generation of fashion designers.
Delaware County nonprofit brings joy to adults and kids alike
For nearly 10 years, husband and wife duo Vincent James and Joann Pierdomenico have continued their mission to help people of all ages reap the benefits of music.
Philadelphia teens fight way to top at D'Andre Swift's dad's boxing gym
Local teenagers are fighting to the top thanks to Eagles running back D'Andre Swift's father and his gym, Swift Fit.
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In this week's The Heartbeat, host Ashley Harder, gets to know both a matchmaker and super-connector and experience the magic that happens when they collaborate.
Andrea Bocelli postpones Philadelphia show for health reasons
Fans were already in the seats at the Wells Fargo Center when Bocelli came out and said he was not able to perform.
NEXT Weather: Pleasant and dry Friday and Saturday before wet Sunday-Monday
It's a good time to get some holiday decorating done, but make sure to tie your decorations down, Tammie Souza reports.
Demolition begins at Hank's Place in Chadds Ford, Pa.
Hank's Place still operates at its Kennett Square location.
Tallest underwater Christmas tree part of Christmas Underwater at Adventure Aquarium
Chandler Lutz reports.