Kensington Man Gets 46-92 Years In Prison For Killing Girlfriend
Stephen Benford, 24, was sentenced to 46 to 92 years in prison for murdering his 22-year-old girlfriend Gina Schickling in the summer of 2010.
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Stephen Benford, 24, was sentenced to 46 to 92 years in prison for murdering his 22-year-old girlfriend Gina Schickling in the summer of 2010.
Philadelphia firefighters are battling a four-alarm fire in the city's Kensington neighborhood.
A woman in Kensington reports she was choked into unconsciousness and police are investigating to see if there's a link to a serial murderer in the area.
A preliminary hearing is scheduled today for three men charged with shooting a Philadelphia police officer last summer, after a vehicle stop in the Kensington section. They face attempted murder and other charges.
Drivers can expect some local detours near American and Cambria Streets in Kensington where an early morning two-alarm fire has heavily damaged a large warehouse.
Philadelphia police say a woman found dead in a rowhouse Christmas Eve does not appear to the victim of a serial strangler plaguing the city.
Philadelphia police are investigating the discovery of a woman's body in the city's Kensington neighborhood Friday afternoon.
Philadelphia police continue to hunt for a strangler preying on women in a crime-ridden part of Kensington Avenue but that hasn't kept people away from the area.
Dozens of residents expressed concern at a community meeting Saturday morning about the Kensington Strangler.
Friends and family members now say 27-year-old Casey Mahoney, the third suspected murder victim of the "Kensington Strangler," was a loving mother, who was battling to clean up her life and reunite with the three-year-old son she loved, when she was murdered.
Philadelphia police are investigating the suspicious death of a woman whose body was found a short distance from where the "Kensington strangler" has been striking.
Philadelphia police have released surveillance video of a man they believe is the Kensington strangler.
CBS 3 got an exclusive inside look at the search for the Kensington Strangler; granted unprecedented access to ride with the lead investigator from the Special Victims Unit and his partner as they help lead the manhunt for the serial killer.
Philadelphia police are investigating the latest death of a woman in the city's Kensington section.
Did the Kensington strangler strike again? Police are looking into yet another case involving a woman who claims she was choked and sexually assaulted.
Philadelphia Police special victims unit is investigating another sexual assault in Kensington which took place late Monday night. Police have not determined whether this incident is connected to recent similar attacks.
Philadelphia police now believe an attack on a woman in the 1800 block of E. Sergeant St. in Kensington early Monday morning may have been the work of the Kensington strangler.
The Philadelphia police department is investigating another sexual assault and attack in the city's Kensington section. Investigators are studying details and clues and may have more comment later in the day.
Friday night, police said they found Allison Edwards' body partially clad in a home on Glendale Street.
Police have new information regarding a series of Kensington sexual assaults and strangulation murders that occurred this month.
Philadelphia police are investigating the apparent murder of a woman whose body was found in a lot Wednesday evening.
The long night began early Monday evening with a fatal one-alarm rowhouse fire in the 3200 block of North 32nd Street, in North Philadelphia.
A five-alarm fire engulfed a warehouse in the city's Kensington neighborhood Monday evening.
A home in Philadelphia's Kensington neighborhood remains riddled with bullet holes and police sources told Eyewitness News, a mentally slow man who lived there may have been shot to death after standing up to bullying.
Philadelphia homicide detectives are investigating the death of a Siani's tow truck driver, who police say was run over by another tow truck driver, Sunday morning.
The man who shot and killed five people and wounded three others in Kingsessing in 2023 has pleaded guilty.
The Oscars ceremony is moving to YouTube starting in 2029, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced on Wednesday.
The Phillies and right-handed reliever Brad Keller agreed to a two-year contract on Wednesday, according to multiple reports.
Two members of the Iowa National Guard were killed in Syria on Saturday — Sgt. Edgar Brian Torres-Tovar and Sgt. William Nathaniel Howard.
Sylvester Stallone reflects on his iconic roles as Rocky Balboa and John Rambo, his rough upbringing, and the legacy he hopes to leave in a touching "CBS Mornings" interview.
The man who shot and killed five people and wounded three others in Kingsessing in 2023 has pleaded guilty.
The Oscars ceremony is moving to YouTube starting in 2029, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced on Wednesday.
The Phillies and right-handed reliever Brad Keller agreed to a two-year contract on Wednesday, according to multiple reports.
Two members of the Iowa National Guard were killed in Syria on Saturday — Sgt. Edgar Brian Torres-Tovar and Sgt. William Nathaniel Howard.
Sylvester Stallone reflects on his iconic roles as Rocky Balboa and John Rambo, his rough upbringing, and the legacy he hopes to leave in a touching "CBS Mornings" interview.
The man who shot and killed five people and wounded three others in Kingsessing in 2023 has pleaded guilty.
Police said students were moved to the middle school building next door after a possible bomb threat call was made directly to Haverford High School Wednesday morning.
Allentown police hope the vandalism case that temporarily shut down Lights in the Parkway will be resolved soon.
A person was taken into custody in connection with a hit-and-run crash in North Philadelphia that killed a passenger inside an Uber, police said.
JD Vance held an event in the Lehigh Valley Tuesday, where he aimed to address affordability concerns one week after President Trump visited the Poconos.
A fire led to the collapse of a structure in Camden County, New Jersey Wednesday morning.
NJDOT is raising awareness about speeding, drunk driving and distracted driving while using humor and some holiday puns.
Ten people were taken to the hospital after a crash involving a school bus in Moorestown Township Tuesday afternoon, officials say.
An early Christmas present came to some people from Tanzania visiting South Jersey for life-altering interventions.
Davenport currently serves as the first assistant attorney general, a position she previously held from 2018-2020. She also worked as the acting attorney general's principal law enforcement advisor.
Several inches of snow fell across the Philadelphia region Sunday as a winter storm moved through the Delaware Valley.
The snow has moved out of the Delaware Valley Sunday after dropping inches of snow in communities around the region.
From packing your car to driving safety, here's a few tips to help you stay safe once the snow starts falling.
South Jerseyans are preparing for what could be a significant winter blast of snow this weekend.
The 68 Ventures Bowl announced that Delaware football will take on the Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns in Mobile, Alabama, on Dec. 17, 2025.
Children with critical illnesses and their families can visit the Wishing Place in Bala Cynwyd to start their wish journeys.
An early Christmas present came to some people from Tanzania visiting South Jersey for life-altering interventions.
A community event in Germantown gave away free hearing aids, letting attendees reconnect with the world through sound.
A stomach bug sickened several students at a Camden County elementary school, the health department announced Friday.
Experts say the holiday season is prime for contagious illnesses to spread in crowded places like malls, airports and holiday parties.
Through Amazon Now, customers can get household items, cosmetics, electronics, groceries and more delivered in about 30 minutes or less.
San Francisco officials said Tuesday that the city has filed a lawsuit against leading manufacturers of ultra-processed foods, accusing them of producing products linked to serious health issues and alleging that the companies knowingly made the foods addictive.
Amazon's Northeast Philadelphia facility expects to see about 10,000 more packages per day during the holiday peak.
The U.S. Department of Energy says it's loaning $1 billion to help finance the restart of the nuclear power plant on Pennsylvania's Three Mile Island.
Her Place Supper Club, Friday Saturday Sunday and Provenance each received a prestigious Michelin star, the first for any Philadelphia restaurants.
NJDOT is raising awareness about speeding, drunk driving and distracted driving while using humor and some holiday puns.
Residents say the icy conditions on side streets in Manayunk and Roxborough need more attention from the city.
Road closures and parking restrictions will be in effect in Philadelphia Monday and Tuesday for Officer Andy Chan's funeral.
The southbound lanes of the New Jersey Turnpike in Mount Laurel were closed for a while after a crash that injured six people.
SMART Local 1594, which represents more than 300 bus, train and trolley operators, reached a tentative deal with SEPTA after the union authorized a strike last month.
The Phillies and right-handed reliever Brad Keller agreed to a two-year contract on Wednesday, according to multiple reports.
Tyson Foerster, one of the Flyers' top forwards, will be out for the rest of the regular season after undergoing surgery.
Tatsuya Imai is the latest Japanese baseball star set to make the jump to MLB. Could the Philadelphia Phillies sign him?
Carl Grundstrom and Bobby Brink scored in the final minute of the first and second period, respectively, leading the Philadelphia Flyers to a 4-1 win over the Montreal Canadiens.
Ryan Quigley, a survivor of a New Orleans truck attack, has been honored by the Philadelphia Eagles.
The Oscars ceremony is moving to YouTube starting in 2029, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced on Wednesday.
Sylvester Stallone reflects on his iconic roles as Rocky Balboa and John Rambo, his rough upbringing, and the legacy he hopes to leave in a touching "CBS Mornings" interview.
Nick Reiner, a son of director Rob Reiner and his wife Michele, has been arrested on murder charges following their deaths, police said.
Rob Reiner was the son of a comedy giant who became one himself with movies such as "The Princess Bride," "When Harry Met Sally…" and "This is Spinal Tap."
Director Rob Reiner and wife, Michele, were found dead in their Los Angeles home, sources told CBS News, in what police called an apparent homicide.
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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.
The Christmas Village at LOVE Park and City Hall has been named the second most popular Christmas market in the country.
CBS News Philadelphia reporter Wakisha Bailey spoke with members of the organization and volunteers on Wednesday as they got ready for the event.
A big prize is on the line for Wednesday night's Powerball drawing: $1.25 billion. CBS News Philadelphia reporter Chandler Lutz caught up with some people in South Philly who are hoping Lady Luck is on their side.
President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump will be at Dover Air Force Base in Delaware Wednesday for the dignified transfer of two Iowa National Guardsmen who were killed in Syria over the weekend. The Pentagon said Sgt. William Nathaniel Howard and Sgt. Edgar Brian Torres-Tovar were ambushed by an ISIS gunman in Palmyra on Saturday. A civilian interpreter was also killed.
The team at American Airlines is helping support families in need during the holiday season by collecting gifts and spreading joy alongside the Salvation Army.