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Kids in our area dream of playing for one of our pro sports teams, but those dreams rarely come true. Michael Sowers made his indoor lacrosse debut with the Wings this season. Don Bell reports his inspiring story.
The Philadelphia Wings, the city's professional lacrosse team, will host Georgia on Saturday. It's the last home game of the season, and it's fan appreciation night. But there's one fan in particular who caught the team's eye. Pat Gallen reports.
Looking for things to do in Philadelphia this weekend? We've got you covered. Here's our weekend guide.
CBS Philadelphia is a proud partner of the Philadelphia Wings. Nick Damude is one of the new players on the Wings this season. Pat Gallen caught up with the goaltender to find out what makes him tick. The Wings take on the Albany Firewolves on Saturday night. You can see all the action on our sister station Philly 57 at 7 p.m.
The city's indoor box lacrosse team Philadelphia Wings hosted Bark in the Bowl this Saturday. The event allowed fans to bring their furry friends along to the game. Our Ukee Washington and Marcella Baietto tossed hot dogs into the stands during an intermission. CBS Philadelphia is one of the team's official sponsors. The Wings took down Calgary 13 to 11.
Fans can bring their dogs to Saturday's Wings game at the Wells Fargo Center. Wings captain Blaze Riorden and his dog Frankie joined CBS News Philadelphia on Tuesday to discuss the event.
Philadelphia Wings players Brennan O’Neill, Mitch Jones, Blaze Riorden and Nick Damude join Gallen of Questions to discuss the upcoming season.
The Philadelphia Wings invited fans to soar to new heights on Saturday during an open practice at the United Sports Training Center in Chester County.
Former Philadelphia Wings midfielder Paul Rabil is doing all he can to help grow the sport in the United States with the Premier Lacrosse League.
There's plenty to do this Memorial Day if you're not heading to the Jersey Shore. Check out our list of things to do in Philly this weekend.
Mitch Jones joined CBS Philadelphia on Wednesday ahead of Saturday's game.
Eight Philadelphia Wings games will air on PHILLY57 this season.
Eight Philadelphia Wings games will air on CBS Philadelphia's sister station PHILLY57 this season.
PHILLY57 announced Wednesday that it will air eight Philadelphia Wings games this season, including three home games and five away games.
Meet Sean and Hadley Rubin, a brother-sister duo starring at Lower Merion High School, playing the same sport and position since the beginning.
Wakisha Bailey introduces you to Sean and Hadley Rubin, a brother and sister who've been playing lacrosse since they were youngsters.
The NLL Hall of Famer talked to Natasha Brown ahead of the jersey retirement ceremony at the Wells Fargo Center.
The Philadelphia Wings will play their home opener on Saturday at 7 p.m. against Panther City and the CW Philly is your source to watch the game.
The game is at 7 p.m. Saturday on CW Philly.
AFSCME District Council 33, representing more than 9,000 city employees from dispatchers to sanitation, was on strike for eight days.
The cleanup is underway after destructive storms hit the Philadelphia region on Tuesday night.
Strong storms are possible in the Philadelphia region Wednesday during the evening commute.
A new study says the health of children in the United States has deteriorated over the past 17 years, with kids today being more likely to have chronic diseases and mental health problems.
Gavin McKenna, who turns 18 in December, is regarded as a generational talent.
AFSCME District Council 33, representing more than 9,000 city employees from dispatchers to sanitation, was on strike for eight days.
The cleanup is underway after destructive storms hit the Philadelphia region on Tuesday night.
Strong storms are possible in the Philadelphia region Wednesday during the evening commute.
A new study says the health of children in the United States has deteriorated over the past 17 years, with kids today being more likely to have chronic diseases and mental health problems.
Gavin McKenna, who turns 18 in December, is regarded as a generational talent.
AFSCME District Council 33, representing more than 9,000 city employees from dispatchers to sanitation, was on strike for eight days.
The cleanup is underway after destructive storms hit the Philadelphia region on Tuesday night.
Mayor Cherelle Parker was not at a press conference Monday discussing the ongoing DC 33 strike, which is causing trash to pile up around the city.
According to MIT, Philadelphia's striking workers earn more than $2,000 less than the living wage for a single adult in the city.
After beginning their strike in Philadelphia a week ago, DC 33 members are still on the picket line calling for higher pay increases.
South Jersey track star Natalie Dumas took home three national track titles while breaking records held by Olympic gold medalists.
As the scorching sun shone down in Camden, families found ways to beat the heat, while police officers also helped seniors find some relief.
A credit card skimmer found at the Family Dollar in Stratford, New Jersey, may have been there as long as two weeks.
Pennsauken police say the local bomb squad will detonate a device as part of a demonstration involving the Junior Police Academy.
A New Jersey man with the U.S. Coast Guard is being hailed as a hero for helping rescue more than 165 people from the deadly Texas floods.
People from all over the country stepped up to preserve a rare collection of bird eggs after the federal government pulled a grant from the Delaware Museum of Nature and Science.
Get ready for a bit of an unsettled week ahead in the Philadelphia area.
Sunday will start out nice before quickly warming up to near 90 degrees with increasing humidity.
Only Delaware and Utah have shipping laws that prohibit the delivery of wine, but a new bill could change that in the First State.
The Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control has issued a recreational water advisory on Thursday for Rehoboth Beach due to high bacterial results.
A new study says the health of children in the United States has deteriorated over the past 17 years, with kids today being more likely to have chronic diseases and mental health problems.
New data highlights the challenges Delaware County, Pennsylvania, has experienced in the months since Crozer Health closed.
Once a vacant lot on Megargee Street in the Holmesburg neighborhood, the space has been transformed into a green sanctuary thanks to the work of the nonprofit Heroic Gardens.
Jack Owens is cycling across the country to raise money for Ride Hard Breathe Easy, which helps people with lung cancer.
Advocates and families gathered at Philadelphia's City Hall to protest possible cuts to Medicaid.
Wildwood businesses hope a major festival and warmer weather can turn things around after a few rainy weekends.
Former World Cafe Live employees say the venue is mismanaged and their paychecks were late. The CEO says it all stems from miscommunication.
People are trying to stay cool in today's humidity, and businesses are preparing for what's to come as we track dangerous heat this week.
The FIFA Club World Cup is bringing a little more than soccer to the city. It's bringing a boom in business.
Amazon says it will spend $20 billion on two data center complexes in Pennsylvania, including one it is building alongside a nuclear power plant that has drawn federal scrutiny.
If you prefer to park in SEPTA-owned parking lots and garages, prepare to pay.
Numerous road closures are scheduled for Philadelphia ahead of the July 4 holiday.
Two teenage boys are in critical condition after their pickup truck slammed into a freight train in Lansdale on Tuesday morning.
SEPTA board members voted to dramatically cut service and raise fares to fill a $213 million hole in the budget.
SEPTA's board approved a "doomsday" budget Thursday that would cut multiple Regional Rail lines and reduce service across the board.
Gavin McKenna, who turns 18 in December, is regarded as a generational talent.
South Jersey track star Natalie Dumas took home three national track titles while breaking records held by Olympic gold medalists.
The Phillies' final All-Star could be Adam Crognale, the team's bat boy, but the team needs help to get him there.
Sixers rookie guard VJ Edgecombe missed Monday night's Summer League game against the Thunder as he reportedly deals with a thumb contusion.
Kyle Lowry will return to his hometown team for his 20th NBA season. The Sixers have signed the North Philadelphia native to a one-year deal on Monday.
Julian McMahon's last acting role before his death was playing the prime minister of Australia in Netflix's murder mystery series "The Residence."
Roll into summer at this indoor skating rink in Camden, which offers a slate of low-cost sessions and community programs aimed at keeping residents active and cool.
Emmalynn Holland of Downingtown, Pennsylvania, is a contestant in the Duck Tape brand's Stuck at Prom Scholarship Contest.
Michael Madsen apparently went into cardiac arrest and was found unresponsive in his home in Malibu, California, on Thursday morning, according to his manager.
July 2 is the day John Adams preferred to be Independence Day, calling for "pomp and parade." The Red, White and Blue To-Do honors that wish.
Ukee Washington reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Ukee Washington reports.
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.
AFSCME DC 33 and Philadelphia negotiators reached a tentative contract agreement on Wednesday, but the union's members still need to vote to ratify the deal. Not everyone on social media is happy with the terms, CBS News Philadelphia's Chandler Lutz explains.
District Council 33's strike in Philadelphia is over. A deal has been reached with the city, ending the eight-day strike. Ross DiMattei has more on the new agreement and Brandon Goldner has more on the trash problems.
AFSCME District Council 33, representing more than 9,000 city employees from dispatchers to sanitation, was on strike for eight days days. Ross DiMattei reports.
Residents are calling for Mayor Jack Tompkins to step down from his role in Pemberton.
Tuesday evening's storms came and went in a flash, but not before leaving their mark with heavy rain, high-speed winds, lightning and the threat of tornadoes and flash floods.