Philadelphia-area families hit the road early for Labor Day weekend
Many are squeezing in one more weekend of fun before the unofficial end to summer with Labor Day weekend around the corner.
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Many are squeezing in one more weekend of fun before the unofficial end to summer with Labor Day weekend around the corner.
Some families hit the road a few days early to beat the Labor Day weekend traffic on their way to the Jersey Shore and other destinations.
Documents show bridges at the Jersey Shore, including the Middle Thorofare Bridge in Cape May County, have aged out.
Ventnor City Beach Patrol restricted swimming at its beaches to knee-deep water on Sunday after a man was injured during an interaction with a marine animal.
Ventnor City Beach Patrol restricted swimming at its beaches to knee-deep water on Sunday after a man was injured during an interaction with a marine animal.
The unofficial end of summer is fast approaching, but people are soaking up the last few days in Ventnor City, New Jersey. Nikki DeMentri reports.
Philadelphia students woke up to a calm start to the school year, but it will warm up to the upper 80s today.
The Boss is back at the ballpark, plus the Eagles are capping off their preseason at the Linc against the Vikings. Check out what's going on this weekend around the Philadelphia area.
The bridge connecting Wildwood Crest to Cape May got stuck in the fully upright position after a major mechanical failure over the weekend.
The bridge between Diamond Beach and Cape May at the Shore got stuck in the upright position after a motor failure.
The Ventnor City Beach Patrol said rip currents forced them to make more than two dozen water rescues over the weekend.
Even though the summer is winding down, the Ventnor City Beach Patrol said they're constantly trying to keep swimmers educated about rip currents.
The Middle Thorofare Bridge/Two Mile Bridge, which connects Wildwood Crest to Cape May, New Jersey, will be closed for an unknown amount of time.
Rip currents are one of the leading weather-related killers and understanding what they are could help save your life.
Even though Hurricane Ernesto is still hundreds of miles away, the Ventnor City Beach Patrol anticipates swimming will be restricted to waist-deep water this weekend, if allowed at all.
According to police, two restaurants, Caso Taco and Casino Pizza, in Sea Isle City, New Jersey, were damaged by a fire on Wednesday.
The decades-long Atlantic City Airshow tradition was canceled last month and now local businesses are feeling the pain.
Monday's nice weather made for a busy day on the boardwalk in Ocean City, New Jersey.
The Ocean City boardwalk was busy Monday, and shopkeepers and workers hope the extra foot traffic boosts business.
Many families had their trips to the shore planned for months or even a year. So for those who took off work during this week of inclement weather, the timing was a bit disappointing.
A beloved amusement pier on the Ocean City boardwalk is closing in a few months after nearly 100 years of business.
For the second time in two weeks, the Cape May Whale Watch and Research Center said a basking shark was spotted in the waters off the South Jersey coast.
Families at the Jersey Shore this week are facing unusually cold ocean temperatures. An expert says a natural weather pattern known as upwelling is behind the chilly temps.
Stone-like materials called slag tested positive for elevated levels of arsenic along the beach in Keyport, New Jersey, state officials said.
Brigantine officials have limited access to Cove Beach saying beach erosion and changing tides have uncovered chunks of concrete, asphalt and sharp pieces of rebar.
Philadelphia police launched an exhaustive investigation into the disappearance of Amy McHale, Raymond Horsch's ex-wife.
Drivers will start getting tickets for parking in Smart Loading Zones without registering.
South Jersey athletes, Mount Holly native 9-year-old Demtrius Vanderpoel and Haddon Township native 14-year-old Alyssa Mattiacci, are in the running for the Youth Athlete of the Year title.
With Jesús Luzardo on the injured list, the Phillies on Thursday claimed veteran José Urquidy off waivers from the White Sox
A sheriff's deputy was hospitalized and three people were arrested after a chaotic scene in Northeast Philadelphia Thursday.
Philadelphia police launched an exhaustive investigation into the disappearance of Amy McHale, Raymond Horsch's ex-wife.
Drivers will start getting tickets for parking in Smart Loading Zones without registering.
South Jersey athletes, Mount Holly native 9-year-old Demtrius Vanderpoel and Haddon Township native 14-year-old Alyssa Mattiacci, are in the running for the Youth Athlete of the Year title.
With Jesús Luzardo on the injured list, the Phillies on Thursday claimed veteran José Urquidy off waivers from the White Sox
A sheriff's deputy was hospitalized and three people were arrested after a chaotic scene in Northeast Philadelphia Thursday.
Philadelphia police launched an exhaustive investigation into the disappearance of Amy McHale, Raymond Horsch's ex-wife.
Drivers will start getting tickets for parking in Smart Loading Zones without registering.
A sheriff's deputy was hospitalized and three people were arrested after a chaotic scene in Northeast Philadelphia Thursday.
Philadelphia City Hall was evacuated Thursday because of a suspicious package.
Robot dogs at Alvernia University are helping students prepare for careers in cybersecurity.
South Jersey athletes, Mount Holly native 9-year-old Demtrius Vanderpoel and Haddon Township native 14-year-old Alyssa Mattiacci, are in the running for the Youth Athlete of the Year title.
Today looks warm and noticeably more humid in the Philadelphia region, with highs reaching the mid-80s but feeling like the upper 80s.
Family and the Bridgeton, N.J., community held a vigil Wednesday, marking seven years since Dulce Maria Alavez's disappearance.
An armored police vehicle is outside a home in Pennsauken, Camden County, on Wednesday.
Another beautiful September day is underway Wednesday in the Philadelphia region.
Today looks warm and noticeably more humid in the Philadelphia region, with highs reaching the mid-80s but feeling like the upper 80s.
Another beautiful September day is underway Wednesday in the Philadelphia region.
Tuesday will bring plenty of sunshine, low humidity and light winds in the Philadelphia region, all ingredients to spend time outside.
Concerns are growing in Wilmington, Delaware, after separate shootings over the weekend left two people dead, including a teen.
A 19-year-old man was shot and killed Sunday afternoon in Wilmington, Delaware, police said.
An 18-year-old from Mifflin County has died from measles-related complications, Pennsylvania health officials said.
The Philadelphia Eagles' cheerleading squad has nine new members, including a Jefferson Health cardiac ICU nurse and three other healthcare professionals.
A 40-year-old woman died on Saturday from complications associated with measles, the coroner reported.
Four vaccinated people in Pennsylvania have contracted measles, health officials say.
Ron Fazio helped people escape the World Trade Center on 9/11, and 25 years later, his son Rob is honoring his father's legacy through Hold the Door for Others, a nonprofit helping people grow through grief and tragedy.
New Jersey floral designer Alisha Simone Bell said she puts her "whole heart" into every arrangement and every detail.
On Tuesday, Pennsylvania took a major step in the fight against the negative impacts of social media, particularly on children.
Thieves are smashing windows and targeting trading card stores looking for valuable Pokémon cards, police in South Jersey say.
Customers lined up to support Somerdale Cold Cuts as it reopened after a copper theft.
While some assume landlords are required to provide air conditioning, the law is not nearly as clear-cut as it is for heat in the winter
Drivers will start getting tickets for parking in Smart Loading Zones without registering.
A man on a motorcycle was launched from a highway overpass near 2nd and Callowhill streets on Monday night, police say.
SEPTA has resumed service on three Regional Rail lines after downed Amtrak wires caused a suspension on Monday.
SEPTA is receiving a federal grant worth more than $13 million to replace its aging Silverliner IV Regional Rail fleet.
For the first time in a decade, the Philadelphia Cycling Classic returns this weekend.
South Jersey athletes, Mount Holly native 9-year-old Demtrius Vanderpoel and Haddon Township native 14-year-old Alyssa Mattiacci, are in the running for the Youth Athlete of the Year title.
With Jesús Luzardo on the injured list, the Phillies on Thursday claimed veteran José Urquidy off waivers from the White Sox
Zack Wheeler tossed seven scoreless innings and the Phillies drew a season-high 13 walks in a 3-0 win over the Nationals
Pinch-hitter Daylen Lile hit a tie-breaking three-run homer in the seventh inning, and the Washington Nationals defeated the Philadelphia Phillies 6-3.
The Philadelphia Phillies placed left-handed starter Jesús Luzardo on the 15-day injured list Tuesday (retroactive to 9/12) with left shoulder inflammation.
Crews are setting up for Ed Sheeran's concert at Lincoln Financial Field this weekend amid a controversy over Macklemore's recent comments.
Aaron Rowe, Beoga, Lukas Graham and Finneas all released statements Tuesday on Instagram saying they were withdrawing from Ed Sheeran's tour.
Performer Macklemore is being dropped from Ed Sheeran's Loop tour after making on-stage statements that some found controversial.
The Philadelphia Eagles' cheerleading squad has nine new members, including a Jefferson Health cardiac ICU nurse and three other healthcare professionals.
The Landmark Ritz Five movie theater in Philadelphia's Old City neighborhood has reopened after a brief closure.
Ukee Washington reports.
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Natasha Brown 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.
A sheriff's deputy shot a dog in Northeast Philadelphia on Thursday after being bit several times, a police source told CBS News Philadelphia. The shooting happened while the deputy was serving a warrant on Colony Drive, officials said. The dog's condition is not clear.
Police have launched an exhaustive investigation into the disappearance of Amy McHale, Raymond Horsch's ex-wife. CBS News Philadelphia's Joe Holden digs into the investigation and whether police could have done more when they received missing persons reports.
Family and friends on Thursday remembered John "Gig" Gigliotti, who drove a Wildwood tramcar for decades and was known for his kindness and his smile. Gigliotti died peacefully last week.
It's the honor of a lifetime for young athletes across the country. It's the chance to be crowned Youth Athlete of the Year and win some pretty big prizes. Krystle Rich spoke to a few local contestants in South Jersey.
Authorities said a police K-9 detected a suspicious package inside City Hall. No device was found inside a suspicious package that prompted an evacuation at Philadelphia City Hall on Thursday, police said.