Poor air quality is making for dangerous conditions. Here is what's been postponed.
Hazardous haze and smoke from the eastern Canadian wildfires are making for dangerous conditions and impacting local events.
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Philadelphia's food scene recognized in big way at James Beard Awards
Philadelphia's food scene is receiving national recognition.
Philadelphia Police Department looking for new officers
The Philadelphia Police Department kicked off a recruitment drive Monday to find new officers.
Dozens of Philadelphia schools to dismiss early Friday due to extreme heat
In anticipation of the potential for extreme heat Friday, the School District of Philadelphia will dismiss the school day two hours early at dozens of schools.
Philadelphia bars serving Cocktails for a Cause for Pride Month
All month long, you can support Philadelphia's LGBTQ+ community nonprofits by tasting the rainbow.
A game show marathon at La Salle raises money for Child's Play. Here's how you can watch.
A Game Show Marathon is taking over the studio at La Salle University this weekend to raise money for the charity Child's Play.
Lifeguards down the shore stress the dangers of swimming without a lifeguard
Lifeguards are reminding everyone it's not worth the risk don't swim at an unguarded beach.
How to avoid common sunscreen mistakes this summer
Dermatologists say sunscreen mistakes are often made when applying it.
Memorial Day Weekend 2023: What to do in Philadelphia
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.
Trader Joe's Instant Cold Brew Coffee jars may contain glass
Get ready to check your kitchen, Trader Joe's is recalling its Instant Cold Brew Coffee.
Here's how much Philadelphians could spend for Memorial Day weekend cookouts
The last few years inflation has forced many backyard chefs to cut back or spend more on their holiday menus.
How you can help name Philadelphia Zoo's 2 new baby sloth cubs
The zoo is allowing you to name two new sloth baby cubs with the choices being "Kelce and Harper" or "Hall and Oates."
Atlantic City's Diner en Blanc returns for its second year
The boardwalk will be filled with tables of people decked out in white and dining under the stars.
South Jersey middle schooler's artwork could soon be featured on Google's homepage
Lisamarie Perez, an 8th-grader at Orchard Valley Middle School, could soon see her artwork featured on Google's homepage.
Check out the results for the Philadelphia, Pa. primary elections
Cherelle Parker won the Democratic primary and will face Republican David Oh, who ran unopposed, in November's general election.
Philadelphia mayoral primary 2023: Meet the candidates
Who's running for mayor of Philadelphia? On primary day, we have a roundup of the candidates and their platforms.
Hundreds of mail-in ballots have issues ahead of Philadelphia primary election
The Philadelphia City Commissioners say there are issues with over 800 mail-in ballots ahead of Tuesday's primary election.
Nearly 200 attend Autism Cares Foundation prom, adult formal
The Autism Cares Foundation hosted its prom and first-ever adult formal.
Taylor Swift Philly: Pregame for Eras Tour with these "Swiftie" activities
From cocktails to friendship bracelets, whether you're going to the show or not, you can join in on the Swiftie fun.
Former Philadelphia mayors are backing Rebecca Rhynhart, but can she lead the city?
Former Mayors Ed Rendell, John Street and Michael Nutter have all backed Rebecca Rhynhart's bid.
Alex's Lemonade Stand is preparing for its annual Great Chefs Event
The Great Chefs Event hosted by Alex's Lemonade Stand returns to Philadelphia on June 10.
Lung Cancer Action Week aims to raise awareness to leading cause of cancer deaths
Buildings in our region and around the country are lighting the night sky in turquoise this week to raise awareness about the leading cause of cancer deaths.
Philadelphia mayoral race: Helen Gym wants to bring big changes to the city
Gym has called for a state of emergency on gun violence and championed an expansion of mental health services. But at the center of her campaign is what she calls her "Green New Deal for schools."
Live Nation offering $25 tickets to shows for Concert Week
Live Nation is offering $25 tickets to over 3,800 shows, including some coming to the Philadelphia area.
Autism Cares Foundation hosting a prom and adult formal
The Autism Cares Foundation is hosting a prom and this year will be the first-ever adult formal.
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West Philadelphia woman creates affordable frozen halal meals for Muslim American families
Aruba's Halal Kitchen meals cater to the growing number of Muslim American families wanting a home-cooked style meal.
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Odunde Festival returns to Philadelphia on Sunday
Odunde, the largest African American street festival in the country, returns to Philadelphia on June 11.
"Unabomber" Ted Kaczynski found dead in prison cell
He was known as the "Unabomber" and terrorized the nation with a mail bombing campaign that ran from 1978 to 1995.
NJ Forest Fire Service battles two wildfires in Burlington County
The New Jersey Forest Fire Service officials provide a status update on the City Line Wildfire Friday and the Buzby Boggs Wildfire in Burlington County.
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West Philadelphia woman creates affordable frozen halal meals for Muslim American families
Aruba's Halal Kitchen meals cater to the growing number of Muslim American families wanting a home-cooked style meal.
Odunde Festival returns to Philadelphia on Sunday
Odunde, the largest African American street festival in the country, returns to Philadelphia on June 11.
"Unabomber" Ted Kaczynski found dead in prison cell
He was known as the "Unabomber" and terrorized the nation with a mail bombing campaign that ran from 1978 to 1995.
NJ Forest Fire Service battles two wildfires in Burlington County
The New Jersey Forest Fire Service officials provide a status update on the City Line Wildfire Friday and the Buzby Boggs Wildfire in Burlington County.
Schwarber's walkoff HR lifts Phillies past Dodgers for sixth straight victory
The Philadelphia Phillies beat the Los Angeles Dodgers 5-4 for their season-high sixth-straight win.
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West Philadelphia woman creates affordable frozen halal meals for Muslim American families
Aruba's Halal Kitchen meals cater to the growing number of Muslim American families wanting a home-cooked style meal.
Odunde Festival returns to Philadelphia on Sunday
Odunde, the largest African American street festival in the country, returns to Philadelphia on June 11.
Schwarber's walkoff HR lifts Phillies past Dodgers for sixth straight victory
The Philadelphia Phillies beat the Los Angeles Dodgers 5-4 for their season-high sixth-straight win.
3 men injured after triple shooting in Northeast Philadelphia: police
Two men are in critical condition and the third man is stable after a triple shooting in Juniata Friday.
Philadelphia region's air quality improving as wildfire smoke moves through
The Philadelphia health commissioner says while the worst of the smoke pollution is over it's not gone and people should remain cautious.
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NJ Forest Fire Service battles two wildfires in Burlington County
The New Jersey Forest Fire Service officials provide a status update on the City Line Wildfire Friday and the Buzby Boggs Wildfire in Burlington County.
Philadelphia region's air quality improving as wildfire smoke moves through
The Philadelphia health commissioner says while the worst of the smoke pollution is over it's not gone and people should remain cautious.
Man drowns on Jersey Shore while trying to save daughter
A man drowned in Avon-by-the-Sea after he jumped into the ocean to save his teenage daughter from a rip current.
Military dad pulls off big surprise for his kids in South Jersey
Air Force Lt. Col. Bryan Shoupe surprised his two sons and daughter at their schools in Lumberton Township, Burlington County.
Philadelphia region's air quality improving as wildfire smoke moves through
Philadelphia's air quality is much better Saturday compared to Friday, but there may be a risk to some people who have heightened sensitivities to air pollution.
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Philadelphia region's air quality improving as wildfire smoke moves through
The Philadelphia health commissioner says while the worst of the smoke pollution is over it's not gone and people should remain cautious.
Philadelphia region's air quality improving as wildfire smoke moves through
Philadelphia's air quality is much better Saturday compared to Friday, but there may be a risk to some people who have heightened sensitivities to air pollution.
The Pulse of CBS Philadelphia: View the top stories of June 5-9
This week, our region dealt with poor air quality, a historic Pride parade in Media brought hundreds of people together to celebrate the LGBTQIA+ community, and scientists say they are making progress to get the invasive spotted lanternfly under control.
Ride-sharing, delivery drivers concerned about working in "very unhealthy" air quality
Delivery and ride-sharing drivers share concerns for their health as they continue to work in hazy smoke conditions.
Air quality alerts in Pa., Del. due to Canadian wildfire smoke: map here
Philadelphia is currently in the most hazardous air quality category as smoke from wildfires in Canada moves through the region.
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Air quality alert meanings | EXPLAINED
AQI is a standardized scale, issued by the EPA, that helps the public understand the health risks associated with various air quality levels and pollution.
Here's what to look for in an air purifier for wildfire smoke
A high-end device can cost over $1,000, but there are only a few features you really need, experts say.
Pennsylvania House OKs $100 million for adult mental health services
A proposal to allocate $100 million in federal funds to pay for adult mental health programs easily passed the Pennsylvania House of Representatives.
What is the AQI in Philadelphia and how to protect yourself?
An AQI "Code Red Fine Particles Action Day" means the air is unhealthy to breathe. Here's what you should know to help protect yourself.
Health impacts of exercising in bad air quality
As cities in the Northeast U.S. reach and even surpass "unhealthy" levels of air pollution, officials are urging people to avoid outside activities. Here's what to know about exercising when air quality is bad.
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Vice President Kamala Harris visits Philadelphia to meet with SEIU
Vice President Kamala Harris met with the Service Employees International Union in Philadelphia to highlight the Biden administration's commitment to labor unions.
Philadelphia-born Temple grad joining Phillies ownership group
Temple grad and South Jersey banker Stanley Middleman will own about one-eighth of the Philadelphia Phillies after a deal.
When does student loan pause end? Here's how to prepare for when payments restart
A three-year pause on student loan payments will end this summer regardless of how the Supreme Court rules on the White House plan to forgive billions of dollars in student loan debt.
Debt Ceiling: The impact on seniors, people who rely on social security
Many in our area have strong feelings when talking about the gridlock in Washington over the debt ceiling fight.
Tastykake recall: some products may contain peanut allergens
Some Tastykakes containing peanut butter were improperly labeled, sparking a recall due to allergy concerns.
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New legislation adds drifting to Philadelphia traffic code in effort to stop car meetups
People in violation of the law could face a $2,000 fine or seizure of their car.
Center City bus-only lane painted red to make more visible
SEPTA and PennDOT are hoping the red color will make the lane more visible and cut down on crashes.
Northbound lanes of I-476 reopen in Lower Merion after multi-vehicle crash
Officials said a deadly multi-vehicle crash had a significant impact on the Monday morning commute on the Blue Route.
Philadelphia Pride Festival 2023: Road closures, parking restrictions & more
Philadelphia city officials announce road closures, parking restrictions, and what to expect for this year's Pride festival.
Memorial Day Weekend 2023: What to do in Philadelphia
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.
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Schwarber's walkoff HR lifts Phillies past Dodgers for sixth straight victory
The Philadelphia Phillies beat the Los Angeles Dodgers 5-4 for their season-high sixth-straight win.
Phillies activate LH reliever José Alvarado from injured list
Alvarado recently pitched two innings in two rehab appearances between Lehigh Valley and Reading. Before being injured, he had converted five of seven save opportunities.
Wheeler, Clemens lead Phillies past Tigers for 5th straight win
Zack Wheeler took a no-hitter into the eighth inning, Kody Clemens came through with a game-ending single and the Phillies rallied past the Tigers 3-2 for their fifth victory in a row.
Phillies-Tigers to play Thursday night despite poor air quality
Zack Wheeler will be on the mound for the Phillies as they try win their fifth straight game.
Wednesday's Phillies home game postponed due to poor air quality
The Phillies-Tigers game scheduled for Wednesday night has been postponed as the Philadelphia region is under a "Code Red" air quality alert from the eastern Canada wildfires.
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Mike Batayeh, "Breaking Bad" actor and comedian, dies at age 52
"Breaking Bad" fans knew Mike Batayeh as Dennis Markowski, the manager of an industrial laundromat that served as the front for a meth lab on the award-winning show.
76th Annual Tony Awards to air live Sunday, June 11 on CBS and Paramount+
All eyes are on the Tony Awards, set to air June 11 on CBS and streaming on Paramount+.
Philadelphia's Roots Picnic may have been The Fugees' last performance
On Saturday, the Fugees performed their classics including "How Many Mics," "Ready or Not," "Killing Me Softly" and "Fu-Gee-La" at Philadelphia's Roots Picnic festival.
Michael J. Fox falls at Philadelphia "Back to the Future" panel
Michael J. Fox was at the Pennsylvania Convention Center in Philadelphia for a Q&A about the film. When he was introduced and bowed, he lost his balance, falling and bumping into a couch.
Cuba Gooding Jr. settles civil sex abuse case, averting trial
Actor Cuba Gooding Jr. has settled with a woman who claims he raped her, averting a trial that was about to begin in New York City.
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Local nonprofit delivers early Christmas gift to man battling congenital heart disease
Ukee Washington reports.
Camden woman made it her life's mission to help her community after losing husband to gun violence
Natasha Brown reports.
Brotherly Love: Saving Grace Ministry helps children and their families coping with trauma
Natasha Brown reports.
Fairhill nonprofit's youth artist program "empowers" teens
Natasha Brown reports.
Sinister Mopar to host car show with a cause at Clementon Lake Park in South Jersey
Ukee Washington reports.
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With Falcon Tank, Liguori Academy turns students into entrepreneurs
With an event similar to "Shark Tank," Liguori Academy is turning students into entrepreneurs overnight.
Camden pharmacy part of unique program for New Jersey students
Eight Camden high school students are getting experience as pharmacy technicians at the locally owned Bell Rexall Drugs.
West Philadelphia coffee shop helping young people earn diplomas
At Stomping Grounds Social Justice Cafe, young people are getting work experience while working toward their diploma.
Focusing on the Future: Philadelphia high school robotics team supporting teams citywide
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.
Youth group with "incredible passion" holding Philadelphia politicians accountable
PhillyBOLT consists of young Philadelphians who are keeping a close eye on the race to become Philadelphia's 100th mayor.
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New Jersey Forest Fire Service officials update on 2 wildfires in Burlington County
The City Line Wildfire continues to burn in Browns Mills as the Buzby Boggs Wildfire scorches Evesham Township near Kettle Run Road.
NEXT Weather: Smoke-free weekend
CBS News Philadelphia meteorologist Tammie Souza reports
Rally against 76ers' plans to build a new arena in Center City
Protestors are expected to rally against the 76ers' plans to build a new arena in Center City.
West Philly woman creates frozen halal meals for local Muslim-American families
CBS News Philadelphia reporter Marcella Baietto reports.
7th annual Philly Pride Run returns
CBS News Philadelphia reporter Madeleine Wright reports.