Cherelle Parker, Josh Shapiro attend Martin Luther King Jr. Day event in Philadelphia
The Greater Philadelphia Martin Luther King Day of Service is the oldest and largest day of service in the nation.
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The Greater Philadelphia Martin Luther King Day of Service is the oldest and largest day of service in the nation.
A large group of people gathered in Center City on Monday to push back on ICE raids following the death of Renee Good in Minneapolis.
In the summer of 1965, the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. stood outside the gates of Girard College to deliver a message that would become one of the most powerful civil rights moments in Philadelphia's history. Six decades later, a 15-year-old who was there is sharing Dr. King's message to Philadelphia's youth. CBS News Philadelphia's Wakisha Bailey reports.
Service projects and volunteer opportunities are planned for the Philadelphia area on Monday for Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
Philadelphians gathered Monday to mark Martin Luther King Jr. Day with events and volunteer opportunities. CBS Philadelphia's Natasha Brown emceed an event for the Martin Luther King Jr. Association for Nonviolence.
Robert Ferguson, who wears many hats at Calvary Baptist in Chester, is the last living parishioner to have witnessed Martin Luther King Jr. speak at the historic church.
As a teenager, Robert Ferguson wasn't interested in listening to Dr. Martin Luther King's sermons at Calvary Baptist Church in Chester, Pennsylvania. Now 91 years old, he understands why King's impact was so powerful decades ago and today.
Martin Luther King Jr. Day and Inauguration Day both fall on Jan. 20. Here's what's open and closed on the federal holiday.
With Martin Luther King Jr. Day on Monday, Philadelphians are sharing how they plan to honor the civil rights icon this weekend.
Nonprofit collecting winter clothing and essentials for children in need across our region.
This week, the CBS NEXT Weather Network had team coverage of snow and fridge temperatures and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. events around the city.
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro, Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker and many more visited Girard College to speak during Monday's Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service.
A blood drive Monday at the Church of St. Bridget gathered donations for people with sickle cell disease.
From picking up trash to marching for peace, volunteers were dedicated to making a positive impact on the community in Delaware County on Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
Hundreds marched from Widener University to Chester City Hall on what would have been Dr. King's 95th birthday.
Pennsylvania Lt. Gov. Austin Davis on Monday rang the Liberty Bell in Philadelphia for Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
Girard College will have a day of service in Philadelphia on Monday for Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
On Monday, Jan. 15, 2024, communities across Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware are organizing volunteer events, food and clothing drives, and hosting readings of the "I Have a Dream" speech to honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. https://www.cbsnews.com/philadelphia/news/mlk-day-service-2024-events-philadelphia-pennsylvania-nj-delaware/
President Joe Biden will return to Pennsylvania for the second time in a week on Monday, Jan. 15 to volunteer with Philabundance in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.
Thousands in the Philadelphia area are preparing for Monday's Dr. Martin Luther King Day of Service.
More than 10,000 people came to listen to Dr. King speak on August 3, 1965. This was part of Dr. King's Freedom Now tour.
The state office recently recommended First Unitarian Church for national listing, which the National Park Service could approve as early as February.
The event was hosted on MLK Day for pet owners who do not have easy access to veterinary care.
Jim Donovan spoke with the founder Todd Bernstein.
The 28th Annual Greater Philadelphia Martin Luther King Day of Service at Girard College kicks off Monday at 9 a.m. The event is the oldest and largest in the country.
Villanova is closing for the day due to an unspecified "threat of violence" that targeted an academic building.
The nominees for the 98th annual Academy Awards are being announced Thursday morning, with "One Battle After Another," "Sinners," "Marty Supreme," "Frankenstein" and "Hamnet" each expected to potentially earn double-digit Oscar nominations.
Milder Thursday in Philadelphia region before snowstorm this weekend. Here's the weather forecast.
A town hall hosted by DataOne, the company behind a proposed data center, sought to reassure the community about the project's potential impact on Vineland.
A Mansfield Township landlord allegedly used chloroform when he molested two of his tenants, officials said.
Villanova is closing for the day due to an unspecified "threat of violence" that targeted an academic building.
The new owners of the shuttered Crozer-Chester Medical Center plan to bring back essential health care services to thousands in Delaware County.
The nominees for the 98th annual Academy Awards are being announced Thursday morning, with "One Battle After Another," "Sinners," "Marty Supreme," "Frankenstein" and "Hamnet" each expected to potentially earn double-digit Oscar nominations.
Philadelphia could see the heaviest snow of the season this weekend, but it all depends on the storm's track. Here's what we know.
Milder Thursday in Philadelphia region before snowstorm this weekend. Here's the weather forecast.
Villanova is closing for the day due to an unspecified "threat of violence" that targeted an academic building.
The man was electrocuted and died inside the Brith Sholom Apartments in West Philadelphia, officials said.
The new owners of the shuttered Crozer-Chester Medical Center plan to bring back essential health care services to thousands in Delaware County.
Penn Medicine has a new way to reduce hospital noise, as monitors and alarms can be stressful for patients, especially premature babies.
The Lower Merion Police Department donated hours to help detective Dan Gilbert after he received news that his wife had cancer.
A town hall hosted by DataOne, the company behind a proposed data center, sought to reassure the community about the project's potential impact on Vineland.
A Mansfield Township landlord allegedly used chloroform when he molested two of his tenants, officials said.
A 42-year-old Millville man was charged with attempted murder after allegedly firing multiple gunshots at New Jersey State troopers, state police said.
Ahead of a major weekend winter storm, many airlines are dropping change fees so travelers can rebook their flights.
A Luzerne County man was arrested for vandalizing a Humpty Dumpty statue at a mini golf course in Cape May, police said.
Philadelphia could see the heaviest snow of the season this weekend, but it all depends on the storm's track. Here's what we know.
Delaware State Corp. Matthew Snook was shot and killed inside a Wilmington DMV in late December 2025.
New Castle County Police are searching for Richard Kirchner, of Elkton, Maryland, after he allegedly ripped off several homeowners.
U.S. Army Lt. Col. Louis E. Roemer, who died as a POW during World War II, has been officially accounted for.
A flock in Kent County, Delaware, tested presumptive positive for avian influenza, officials say.
Penn Medicine has a new way to reduce hospital noise, as monitors and alarms can be stressful for patients, especially premature babies.
A Philadelphia doctor said some chatbots can be dangerous for children.
A special art show at Bryn Mawr Rehab Hospital aims to raise community awareness about cognitive and physical disabilities.
A special group of students in West Philadelphia received a surprise celebration on Friday before heading to college Monday.
New Jersey has confirmed its first pediatric flu death of the 2025-26 season, which health leaders warn has been seeing cases spread at alarming rates.
Former Sheetz president and CEO Steve Sheetz has died at age 77, the Altoona-based company announced on Monday.
The post-Christmas return rush was underway at shops and malls across the Philadelphia area.
With product return fraud on the rise, an emerging company is using AI to help spot issues.
Here are mall opening and closing hours for the Christmas and Christmas Eve holidays around the Philly region.
Through Amazon Now, customers can get household items, cosmetics, electronics, groceries and more delivered in about 30 minutes or less.
A multi-vehicle crash on Lincoln Drive in Philadelphia left one person dead and four other people injured Thursday night.
Officials in Philadelphia say they're working to reopen the Center City bus terminal in time for celebrations of America's 250th birthday.
Morning express trains on SEPTA's Regional Rail will resume Monday, Jan. 12, after months of delays and commuter frustrations.
A crash on Chester Pike knocked out power in Norwood and Prospect Park early Thursday morning.
Motorists running the red light at the intersection of Kelly Drive and Eakins Oval in Philadelphia will start getting $100 fines on Jan. 8.
San Francisco Giants outfielder Jung Hoo Lee was detained by Customs and Border Protection agents at LAX on Wednesday.
George Raveling, a former Villanova star player and coach, might be best known as the guy who helped bring Michael Jordan to Nike in the 1980s.
Devin Booker scored 27 points as the Suns beat the 76ers 116-110 on Tuesday night in a matchup of teams playing the second game of a back-to-back.
Phillies legends Chase Utley, Cole Hamels and Jimmy Rollins each fell short of making the Hall of Fame.
After a dramatic growth spurt and work at Ascent Athlete, St. Joe's Prep pitcher Cole Kuhn is throwing the baseball world a major curveball.
The nominees for the 98th annual Academy Awards are being announced Thursday morning, with "One Battle After Another," "Sinners," "Marty Supreme," "Frankenstein" and "Hamnet" each expected to potentially earn double-digit Oscar nominations.
George Raveling, a former Villanova star player and coach, might be best known as the guy who helped bring Michael Jordan to Nike in the 1980s.
The 2026 Songwriters Hall of Fame inductees were revealed on "CBS Mornings" on Wednesday. See the full list.
Jake Dillon, the musician behind Delco Donny, is using his virality to share his original songs while teaching music to others.
Scott Adams, the cartoonist who created the "Dilbert" comic strip, has died at the age of 68, his first ex-wife revealed on Tuesday.
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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.
Some business owners in Philadelphia's Manayunk neighborhood say the impending weekend snow storm might help bring in some foot traffic... or the snow and cold will keep patrons away.
Villanova University is closed Thursday as police and the FBI investigate a potential threat that was made toward an academic building. Students and staff are being asked to stay off campus.
We're getting a closer look at possible timing and totals as a system looks to bring a major snowstorm to the Philadelphia region Sunday. NEXT Weather Meteorologist Kate Bilo breaks down what's looking likely and says 8-12 inches is not out of the question for some of the Philly area.
A dog was rescued by police in Upper Chichester Township, Delaware County after partially falling into an icy, frozen pool. Video of the rescue was captured on the officer's body-worn camera.
Connecticut Sen. Richard Blumenthal says a whistleblower has made public a memo that told ICE agents to enter people's homes without a judge's warrant. Blumenthal said the practice ignores the Fourth Amendment, which protects against unreasonable searches and seizures. Now he's demanding answers from Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem.