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The woman got into a scuffle with the suspect during the home invasion, then fatally shot him, police said.
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The woman got into a scuffle with the suspect during the home invasion, then fatally shot him, police said.
A potentially deadly brain-eating amoeba has been found again in Terrebonne Parish, Louisiana.
A Buffalo Wild Wings in Louisiana is stepping up to help the local homeless after one of their servers allegedly left a vulgar note on a customer's receipt.
A group of young men in Louisiana weren't seeking any attention during their pickup basketball game, however a small sign of respect has made them social media stars.
A 7-year old boy fired a .22 caliber rifle four times in Louisiana, according to the Webster Parish Sheriff's Office, wounding his aunt with two bullets because he was "hungry."
Police in Louisiana have arrested a woman they say stole several bottles of alcohol from a store in Louisiana.
Brittany Ross remembers she was savoring the smell of her aunt's simmering white beans when the storm that injured about 40 people in southeastern Louisiana hit.
Chris discussed Republican vice-presidential nominee Mike Pence's trip to Bucks County, the latest involving the Clinton Foundation and President Obama touring the flood damage in Louisiana. At 8:00, he talked with Victor Fiorillo from Philadelphia Magazine about a federal probe investigating DA Seth Williams.
When those affected by the floods down south called the Red Cross, officials with the national office decided the phones would be picked up in Philadelphia.
Chris discussed Olympic swimmers admitting they lied about being robbed in Rio, Donald Trump's plan to tour flooding in Louisiana, and new details regarding gifts received by Philadelphia DA Seth Williams. At 7:00, he spoke with economist Chris Butler on Finance Friday about Aetna pulling back from their participation in the Obamacare exchanges and at 8:00, he spoke with foreign policy analyst Ed Turzanski about the $400 million payment made to Iran.
Rich discussed the floods in Louisiana, the types of Democrats supporting Donald Trump and swimmer Ryan Lochte suspected of lying about robbery in Rio, Brazil. He also discussed the U.S. holding cash until prisoners were free, political corruption in Philadelphia and John Hinckley chowing down on a Subway sandwich. Rich spoke with Dana Perino at 3pm and Erica Jedynak at 3:30pm.
Even as the water fell in some areas, it was rising in other places downstream, where people furiously filled sandbags and fled to shelters.
Guide to five of the most important cities to visit in the South for music lovers
Is a friend legally liable for his drunk friend's safe ride home?
A federal court bucked a trend set by 20 other courts this week when it upheld Louisiana's ban on same sex marriage. It could push the US Supreme Court to rule on marriage equality sooner than originally thought.
Featuring many of America's oldest cities, superb food, refined beauty and world famous attractions, the South has something to offer for all walks of life.
Mardi Gras 2014 may be a few weeks away, but Carnival season has already begun in New Orleans, with brightly colored parades throughout the city and much more to come.
Five-time Pro Bowler Jason Peters of the Philadelphia Eagles has been arrested in north Louisiana for allegedly drag racing and trying to flee from police.
The Louisiana team, including GOHSEP Director Kevin Davis and emergency managers form Calcasieu and St. Tammany parishes, left Tuesday for the East Coast.
While the Republican candidates for president are stumping in Louisiana and Alabama today, a new survey shows that the high price of gasoline is taking its toll on President Obama's hopes of reelection.
Governor Christie will be traveling this week, headlining fundraisers in three important states: swing state Missouri, swing state Louisiana and usually Democratic California, where the money is.
Eagles offensive tackle Jason Peters was arrested Saturday while he was spending time in Shreveport, Louisiana.
It's unclear if officers made any arrests.
Nurse will become the Sixers' 26th head coach in franchise history.
Eight people were injured when gunshots rang outside Subaru Park in Chester on Sunday night.
Nine people, including 4 minors, were transported to area hospitals following a mass shooting at the Hollywood Broadwalk on Monday afternoon.
The Heat recovered after blowing a 3-0 lead in the series and advanced to the NBA Finals for the second time in four seasons.
It's unclear if officers made any arrests.
Nurse will become the Sixers' 26th head coach in franchise history.
Eight people were injured when gunshots rang outside Subaru Park in Chester on Sunday night.
Nine people, including 4 minors, were transported to area hospitals following a mass shooting at the Hollywood Broadwalk on Monday afternoon.
The Heat recovered after blowing a 3-0 lead in the series and advanced to the NBA Finals for the second time in four seasons.
It's unclear if officers made any arrests.
Eight people were injured when gunshots rang outside Subaru Park in Chester on Sunday night.
The annual parade down West State Street brings out hundreds of neighbors – both young and old – to celebrate the red, white and blue.
Philadelphia-area vets shared the significance of Memorial Day at CBS News Philadelphia's first-ever Coffee With Veterans.
Night Tours: Summer Twilight invites people to experience the historic site in Philadelphia's Fairmount neighborhood close to dark.
"I think it's important to thank all the people that did the work that they did for us," a West Deptford resident said.
Thousands of people packed Jersey Shore beaches Monday to soak in the sun on the last day of the Memorial Day Weekend.
Fire officials say one of the five people hospitalized after a fire in Pennsauken Township on Memorial Day is in critical condition.
Travelers visiting New Jersey or New York beaches for Memorial Day might want to keep an eye out for some fishy friends.
We're settling into the holiday with a pretty big difference in temperatures across the area.
We're settling into the holiday with a pretty big difference in temperatures across the area.
Your Memorial Day Weekend forecast includes some sun with light and spotty showers in parts of the Delaware Valley.
Here's everything we know about traveling for this Memorial Day Weekend.
Tom Carper, the U.S. Senate's last Vietnam veteran, shared his thoughts on his last Memorial Day in office.
Kristie Haas pleaded guilty to killing her 3-year-old daughter and dumping her burned remains on a softball field in Smyrna.
One woman is sharing a message for others after her battle with melanoma on this "Don't Fry Day."
A baby is recovering at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia after receiving the smallest pacemaker in the world.
CBS News Philadelphia is highlighting the importance of Mental Health Month.
Socrates Kouvatas has spent 28 years as a paramedic in South Jersey. Now, his 23-year-old daughter, Alyssa, jumped on board to follow in her father's footsteps.
Pets can have medical emergencies, just like people. But research shows most pet owners wouldn't know what to do.
Many in our area have strong feelings when talking about the gridlock in Washington over the debt ceiling fight.
Some Tastykakes containing peanut butter were improperly labeled, sparking a recall due to allergy concerns.
Proposals to raise the nation's debt limit include spending cuts to coronavirus relief funds that haven't been used.
Hey, high school grads! Krispy Kreme shops in our area are giving away a free dozen donuts on Wednesday.
The high prices of essential goods, particularly food and housing, has made it tough for many folks to afford the soaring cost of their energy bills.
If you're not going down the shore, there are still plenty of fun things to do in the Philadelphia area during Memorial Day Weekend.
Here's everything we know about traveling for this Memorial Day Weekend.
Chickie's and Pete's is offering free Crabfries and free tolls eastbound on the Atlantic City Expressway on May 26.
I-76 eastbound was closed from I-476 to Gladwyne due to an overturned vehicle at the Conshohocken Curve.
Eastbound lanes of the Pennsylvania turnpike were closed for hours at the Valley Forge Interchange.
Nurse will become the Sixers' 26th head coach in franchise history.
The Heat recovered after blowing a 3-0 lead in the series and advanced to the NBA Finals for the second time in four seasons.
Penn baseball is back in the NCAA Division I Baseball Championship for the first time since 1995.
Dylan Covey didn't make it through the first inning, allowing seven runs on six hits in the Phillies' 11-4 loss to the Braves on Sunday night.
In a fight until the finish, Newgarden caught up with the reigning champion Ericsson in the final lap, taking the lead and finishing in first.
The live-action remake of the 1989 Disney classic exceeded other box office hits and new releases on Memorial Day weekend.
Sister Cities Park is just one of the handful of free events and attractions available to everyone kids and parents ahead of Memorial Day.
Injured Philadelphia firefighter Randy Ballinger's punk band Jersey Calling will open for this weekend's Adjacent Music Festival in Atlantic City.
Singer Taylor Swift will release the new "Midnights" deluxe album Thursday night.
Turner died Wednesday after battling a long illness. She was 83 years old.
Ukee Washington reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Ukee Washington reports.
Eight Camden high school students are getting experience as pharmacy technicians at the locally owned Bell Rexall Drugs.
At Stomping Grounds Social Justice Cafe, young people are getting work experience while working toward their diploma.
On this week's Focusing on the Future Wakisha Bailey speaks with the team and finds out how they are making a difference with other high schoolers.
PhillyBOLT consists of young Philadelphians who are keeping a close eye on the race to become Philadelphia's 100th mayor.
Students in a finance and accounting class at George Washington High School are learning how to prepare tax returns.
Bill Kelly reports.
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A few hundred people -- mostly teenagers -- started gathering around 8 p.m.
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