Philly Mayor Cherelle Parker hosts town hall ahead of clearing out Kensington homeless encampments
Kensington has been plagued by an opioid crisis for years and recently drugs like xylazine have been sweeping the city's streets.
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Kensington has been plagued by an opioid crisis for years and recently drugs like xylazine have been sweeping the city's streets.
Since Parker was inaugurated as mayor, she's made cleaning up Kensington's open-air drug market one of her top priorities to make Philadelphia the "safest, cleanest, greenest big city" in the United States.
Philadelphia crews battled a house fire on the 100 block of Wishart Street in the city's Kensington section Tuesday afternoon.
Philadelphia Fire Department responded to the rowhome fire on the 100 block of Wishart Street in Kensington just after 1:45 p.m. Tuesday.
Philadelphia's homicide rate is falling but state leaders are still looking at ways to address gun violence. Gov. Josh Shapiro was in West Kensington Friday pushing funding in his budget proposal.
Kensington Avenue will be closed from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Wednesday as city workers work on "a planned encampment resolution on the 3000 and 3100 blocks," the city of Philadelphia said in a release.
A gallery owner and an artist with Kensington ties hope that art as an expression can be a force of positive change in their community.
A gallery owner and an artist with Kensington ties hope that art as an expression can be a force of positive change in their community.
A 14-year-old girl who was last seen in Philadelphia's Kensington neighborhood has been found safe, according to police.
A 22-year-old died and two others were injured after a shooting in Philadelphia's Kensington neighborhood Wednesday evening, police said.
Police are still looking for the people responsible after one man died and another man was injured after a shooting in Philadelphia's Kensington Friday afternoon.
One man was killed and another was injured following this shooting on East Harold Street in Kensington. Kerri Corrado talked to neighbors who live in the area and said a crime like this is unusual.
Over the last two years, the Philadelphia Carjacking Task Force force said community engagement played a role in getting numbers down. Often, they noted, the crime involves young people.
The City of Philadelphia has released a plan to tackle long-standing issues in the Kensington neighborhood, but many who live and work there were left with questions.
The Parker administration unveils its plan to tackle the long-standing problems in Kensington. Mayor Cherelle Parker and city leaders visited Kensington Thursday where they announced the mayor's 5-step plan to improve the area. Dan Snyder talked to people who live and work in the community. The reaction was mixed. READ MORE: https://cbsloc.al/4asaWOW
Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker on Thursday marked her 100th day in office by unveiling a plan for improving public safety in Kensington.
On her 100th day day in office, Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker spoke at a middle school in the city's Kensington section, where she unveiled a plan to address problems there.
Mayor Cherelle Parker marks 100 days in office on Thursday. Philadelphia's first female mayor sat down with CBS Philadelphia anchor Janelle Burrell in a rare one-on-one interview to reflect on her historic journey and discuss her plans to keep Philadelphians safe.
A firefighter was injured when he fell during an early morning Tuesday in Kensington. Crews were called to the home on East Orleans Street around 4:30 a.m. There are no reports of any other injuries.
The new legislation is part of Mayor Cherelle Parker's promise to make Philadelphia safer, cleaner and greener, she said.
Philadelphia police say the suspect was seen on video driving a black BMW.
A man was taken into custody by Philadelphia police after he allegedly stabbed someone to death on the westbound platform at SEPTA's Somerset station.
Philadelphia City Council has passed a bill that would restrict business hours in Kensington with a curfew on Thursday. The bill would need to be signed by Mayor Cherelle Parker to become law.
The bill is an emergency measure that would restrict activity for all businesses without a liquor license bounded by East Lehigh Avenue, Kensington Avenue, D Street, E. Tioga Street and Frankford Avenue between 11 p.m. and 6 a.m.
Restaurants with liquor licenses in Kensington would not be impacted by the bill.
You may need your umbrella early Thursday morning and then again later in the evening in the Philadelphia region.
The Union Foundation recently launched its first apparel line, with proceeds supporting programs for Chester residents.
Kyle Schwarber slugged his 10th career grand slam for his MLB-leading 44th home run to cap off a wild Phillies' 11-7 comeback win over the Astros.
Neither infant was old enough to be vaccinated. The first dose of the measles vaccine is typically given at around 1 year of age.
Democratic Sen. John Fetterman appeared in a surprise video at the Republican Party's midterm convention on Wednesday, as he becomes increasingly isolated from his own party.
You may need your umbrella early Thursday morning and then again later in the evening in the Philadelphia region.
The Union Foundation recently launched its first apparel line, with proceeds supporting programs for Chester residents.
Kyle Schwarber slugged his 10th career grand slam for his MLB-leading 44th home run to cap off a wild Phillies' 11-7 comeback win over the Astros.
Neither infant was old enough to be vaccinated. The first dose of the measles vaccine is typically given at around 1 year of age.
Democratic Sen. John Fetterman appeared in a surprise video at the Republican Party's midterm convention on Wednesday, as he becomes increasingly isolated from his own party.
You may need your umbrella early Thursday morning and then again later in the evening in the Philadelphia region.
The Union Foundation recently launched its first apparel line, with proceeds supporting programs for Chester residents.
Mighty Writers has temporarily suspended programs at all eight of its locations as it works to recover from a major budget shortfall.
Decomposed human remains were found inside a home in Philadelphia's Frankford neighborhood on Wednesday, police said.
A Philadelphia woman is charged with manslaughter after her daughter drowned in a tub at a Lancaster County hotel.
You may need your umbrella early Thursday morning and then again later in the evening in the Philadelphia region.
Camden County IAFF Local 3249 President Keith Kemery says Collingswood Fire Department splits crews to handle both fire and EMS calls.
Camden police have handled more than 68 illegal dumping cases and charged 31 people so far in 2026.
After helping rescue a trapped NYPD officer from the World Trade Center rubble on 9/11, Cooper trauma surgeon Dr. John Chovanes went on to serve in Iraq and now trains military medical teams for combat at Cooper University Hospital in Camden.
Clementon Park and Splash World is going up for sale after plans to close for good following the 2026 season.
You may need your umbrella early Thursday morning and then again later in the evening in the Philadelphia region.
Wednesday will be another warm and dry day in the Philadelphia region, as there are no weather issues to deal with if you are going outside.
Hannah Kleitz's grave was robbed in 2002 and her remains were found in 2011, but she wasn't reunited with her grave until 2026.
Two men and a woman were injured in a shooting in Wilmington Saturday night, police said.
A shooting in a CAVA parking lot in Dover left an 18-year-old man dead Friday night, police said.
After helping rescue a trapped NYPD officer from the World Trade Center rubble on 9/11, Cooper trauma surgeon Dr. John Chovanes went on to serve in Iraq and now trains military medical teams for combat at Cooper University Hospital in Camden.
The Kindle Hill Foundation, a special equine therapy program, has a variety of programs, including one focused on first responders.
New York City officials released thousands of previously unseen documents questioning the air quality at Ground Zero following the 9/11 attacks.
A proton therapy treatment being tested at Penn Medicine in Philadelphia could change the future of cancer treatment.
After losing her mother, Sarah Kagan wants to change how employers deal with grief.
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
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.
Beginning Sunday, several bus routes in Philadelphia are changing, including the addition of two new routes.
A deadly crash in Warminster is under investigation Sunday, police said.
PennDOT is advising drivers about an overnight closure on the Schuylkill Expressway westbound in West Philadelphia between 30th Street and the interchange with I-676 East.
The Union Foundation recently launched its first apparel line, with proceeds supporting programs for Chester residents.
Kyle Schwarber slugged his 10th career grand slam for his MLB-leading 44th home run to cap off a wild Phillies' 11-7 comeback win over the Astros.
It's impossible to quantify a fan base's love for its NFL team, especially when it comes to the Eagles — but it's still fun to try.
Andrew Painter allowed five runs in five innings, and the Phillies' comeback efforts fell short in a 6-5 loss to the Astros Tuesday.
Jerry Sandusky was scheduled to appear in court remotely for a hearing on a claim that an accuser would recant allegations that Sandusky sexually abused him.
The Landmark Ritz Five movie theater in Philadelphia's Old City neighborhood has reopened after a brief closure.
"Sunday Morning" looks back at the astonishing career of the queen of country music, whose talent, warmth, wit, and philanthropy made her a genuine, once-in-a-generation luminary.
Three AMC Theatres in the Philadelphia region are holding special screenings to celebrate the life and legacy of Dolly Parton.
Stella Parton said her sister Dolly told her "that if there was no hope for her, she would still allow her medical team to try experimental drugs in the hope of helping others in the future."
Tim Curry was known for his iconic performances in cult classics like "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" and the original screen adaptation of Stephen King's "It."
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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.
You may need your umbrella early Thursday morning, and then again later in the evening, but for most of the daytime hours and early evening, the Philadelphia region will be humid and warm for mid-September. CBS News Philadelphia Chief Meteorologist Bill Kelly has the weather forecast.
The Philadelphia Union is putting a new spin on a familiar symbol of Chester and using it to give back to the city where the club plays and calls home. CBS News Philadelphia's Eva Andersen reports.
The cost of gas in the Philadelphia region changed dramatically overnight into Wednesday, leaving drivers in a pinch. CBS News Philadelphia's Kerri Corrado reports.
First responders were able to get the pilot out of the plane, but there's no word on their condition.
The city of Philadelphia will begin the permanent installation of the Rocky Statue atop the Rocky Steps outside the Art Museum.