Man arrested after dumping tires on train tracks: "People crazy in Philly"
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Exclusive video obtained by CBS News Philadelphia captured the aftermath of a freight train plowing through a mound of illegally discarded tires.
After seeing improvements in illegal dumping, the city is expanding its twice-weekly trash pickup to North Philadelphia.
Illegal dumping has long been a challenge in Philadelphia, and officials announced a new task force aimed at tackling the issue.
The task force officially launches on Nov. 3. It's just one part of the city's broader plan to stop illegal dumping.
In an effort to prevent illegal dumping in Philadelphia neighborhoods, the city is partnering with a local youth organization and a recycling center to give people another option.
City leaders are announcing a partnership with a recycling company in an effort to stop illegal dumping in some hotspots in North Philadelphia.
The city of Philadelphia is ramping up enforcement efforts and going after offenders more aggressively.
Illegal dumping is a significant problem in Philadelphia, costing taxpayers approximately $2 million every year.
It's been a year since the City of Camden took steps toward stopping illegal dumping, and leaders say they're seeing results. The city installed cameras in key areas in July 2024 to catch anyone leaving trash or debris in places they shouldn't. Police said they are able to respond quickly to locations and cite or arrest the people responsible. The mayor spoke about the city's efforts.
A West Philadelphia church asked for help to stop illegal dumping in front of their property. The trash was so large at Temple of Prayer Church on Chestnut Street that members and visitors could no longer enter the parking lot or use the sidewalk. Today, the trash is gone. City sanitation crews came by and removed it all.
A church in West Philadelphia is asking for the city's help to stop illegal dumping on and around its property. Temple of Prayer Church on Chestnut Street reached out after the mountain of trash grew so large, parishioners could no longer enter the parking lot or use the sidewalk. The church has filed reports with the Philadelphia police and will soon be setting up surveillance cameras in the area.
The DC 33 strike may be over with a new contract ratified, but Philadelphia residents are still reporting trash troubles.
Crews will begin removing the last of those temporary dumpsters used during the city workers strike, but illegal dumping continues to plague some neighborhoods. Brandon Goldner reports.
As they phase out the neighborhood trash drop-off sites, the city of Philadelphia is now taking extra precautions to try to prevent illegal dumping from happening in the future.
With a tentative deal in place with DC 33, the city is phasing out the neighborhood sites and directing people to its six sanitation centers around the area. It's a sight few we spoke with will miss.
Over 200 volunteers signed up to help remove tires that were illegally dumped in Tacony Creek Park in Philadelphia. About half of the initial 4,000 are gone and these volunteers will get to the other half Saturday. Ross DiMattei chats with Natalie Walker, sustainability director for Philadelphia Parks and Recreation.
The district attorney's office announced a new task force focused on stopping what its calling quality of life crimes in the city. That includes things like illegal dumping and excessive trash. This initiative was partially brought on after more than 4,000 tires were found dumped in Tacony Creek Park last month. The city has a date set for later this week to remove them.
Thousands of tires were dumped at Tacony Creek Park. Cleanup set for April 5 as the city works to combat illegal dumping.
Members of city council's Streets and Services Subcommittee heard testimony from neighborhood activists and environmental stakeholders to discuss ways to strengthen enforcement.
Community activists held a rather satirical birthday party in North Philadelphia on Thursday to call for an end to what they claim is a vicious cycle of illegal trash dumping.
Camden is doubling down on its effort to clean up the city as it unveils new tools to help keep the streets clean.
Leaders in Camden, New Jersey, announced a new effort to crack down on illegal dumping, including monetary rewards for residents who help them arrest dumpers.
New surveillance cameras and monetary rewards for neighbors who provide information are part of Camden leaders' plan to crack down on illegal dumping and arrest those responsible.
Leaders in Camden, New Jersey, plan to hand out up to $1,000 to anyone who provides information that helps lead to an arrest and conviction for illegal dumping.
The city is offering community groups money to get rid of tires that were illegally dumped across the city with the Tire Round-up Program.
Jalen Brunson is now an NBA champion and NBA Finals MVP.
Fans transformed the Art Museum steps into a sea of yellow, blue and red where they waved flags, blew horns, rang cowbells and chanted in support of their national team.
The New York Knicks captured their first NBA championship since 1973 with a 94-90 win over the San Antonio Spurs in Game 5 of the NBA Finals on Saturday night.
The officers were shot at N 54th and Arlington streets after responding to a shooting incident where a car was shot up.
The latest crash occurred early Saturday morning on the 3000 block of Girard Avenue when the driver of a stolen SUV crashed into a parked car.
The officers were shot at N 54th and Arlington streets after responding to a shooting incident where a car was shot up.
Jalen Brunson is now an NBA champion and NBA Finals MVP.
Fans transformed the Art Museum steps into a sea of yellow, blue and red where they waved flags, blew horns, rang cowbells and chanted in support of their national team.
The New York Knicks captured their first NBA championship since 1973 with a 94-90 win over the San Antonio Spurs in Game 5 of the NBA Finals on Saturday night.
From outdoor block parties to VIP tables, here's a look at where you can watch the 2026 FIFA World Cup in and around Philadelphia this summer.
Fans transformed the Art Museum steps into a sea of yellow, blue and red where they waved flags, blew horns, rang cowbells and chanted in support of their national team.
The officers were shot at N 54th and Arlington streets after responding to a shooting incident where a car was shot up.
The latest crash occurred early Saturday morning on the 3000 block of Girard Avenue when the driver of a stolen SUV crashed into a parked car.
Soccer enthusiasts are showing off their fandom ahead of the first World Cup match in South Philadelphia featuring Ecuador and Ivory Coast.
Soccer fans were out in droves Friday night cheering on the U.S. team in their first match in the World Cup against Paraguay.
Collingswood's Pocket Park will fill with drag performances, local vendors, community speakers and live music for its fifth Annual Pride.
Ten of the 16 stadiums hosting Men's World Cup matches across North America are using Rutgers turfgrass, which is bred at a sprawling 300-acre research farm in Freehold.
Dameon Anderson allegedly murdered Savion Pollard-Poulson inside a grocery store in Philadelphia in April and fled on an electric scooter.
Crews have found the body of Davoris Carter, the 14-year-old who went missing while swimming in Wildwood earlier this month, police said Wednesday.
Cristian Custodio-Aquino faces 30 years in prison for killing Dr. Michael Anthony, who owned Haddon Vet.
A driver was hospitalized after a tree service and landscaping truck drove off a bridge in New Castle County, Delaware, police said Friday.
Anticipation grows in Delaware's West African community as the Ivory Coast's national soccer team settles into its Wilmington hotel ahead of the World Cup.
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.
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.
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.
Jalen Brunson is now an NBA champion and NBA Finals MVP.
The New York Knicks captured their first NBA championship since 1973 with a 94-90 win over the San Antonio Spurs in Game 5 of the NBA Finals on Saturday night.
NBA star James Harden was booked into jail and released on bond less than 2 hours later.
The U.S. men's national soccer team made easy work of Paraguay in its World Cup opener Friday, defeating the South American side 4-1 at SoFi Stadium.
Ten of the 16 stadiums hosting Men's World Cup matches across North America are using Rutgers turfgrass, which is bred at a sprawling 300-acre research farm in Freehold.
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.
"LUZIA" showcases Mexican culture under the Big Top at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center in Oaks through June 7.
Ukee Washington reports.
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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.
It happened at N 54th and Arlington streets Saturday night.
Fans took to the the Art Museum steps to show their pride for their country ahead of the matchup with Côte d'Ivoire known as Ivory Coast.
Dozens of chefs served up dishes to raise money for Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation.
A federal judge in Massachusetts ruled Friday that all signs that were changed or removed under an order by President Trump must be restored.
A neighbor on the block has started a petition to improve safety after the driver of a stolen SUV crashed into another car.