Thousands head to Wildwood beach and boardwalk for Barefoot Country Music Festival
Businesses are hoping for a boost this weekend as thousands visit Wildwood, New Jersey, for the four-day Barefoot Country Music Festival.
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Businesses are hoping for a boost this weekend as thousands visit Wildwood, New Jersey, for the four-day Barefoot Country Music Festival.
A precautionary shelter-in-place order was lifted for people in Deptford Township after a chlorine leak at a municipal facility this afternoon. The Deptford Fire Department and the Gloucester County Hazmat Team responded to the scene along South Delsea Drive, where they said a chlorine cylinder was leaking. Crews then worked to mitigate vapors and continued to monitor the air in the area.
Deptford, New Jersey, residents were ordered to shelter-in-place as a precaution due to a chlorine leak at the municipal utility.
Edan Alexander, a U.S.-Israeli hostage who was released from captivity by Hamas last month, will return to his hometown of Tenafly, New Jersey on Thursday.
The Pub, a landmark restaurant in South Jersey, is closing again for the summer.
Temperatures climb back into the upper 80s and low 90s Wednesday, but humidity could make it feel like 100 degrees. A heat advisory has been issued through tomorrow.
The recent rain is being blamed for a slow start for businesses down the shore. Some stores report a big drop in sales and hotels haven’t been filling up fast. Many business owners hope that a major festival and warmer weather can turn things around. Ryan Hughes reports.
A New Jersey family hired a contractor to replace their roof, but three years later, the work hasn't even started.
A wildfire burning in New Jersey's Wharton State Forest, named the Mines Spung Wildfire, burned 6,400 acres as of June 18.
The Mines Spung Wildfire burning in Wharton State Forest reached 90% containment on Tuesday, with another update set to come Wednesday afternoon. Jim Donovan has your latest morning headlines with weather from Meteorologist Tammie Souza.
A longtime Camden County restaurant is closing its doors for the summer. The Pub in Pennsauken announced on its website and Facebook page. The restaurant said it will be closed from June 30 to Sept. 18 and will reopen on Friday, Sept. 19. The Pub was closed for about 10 weeks last year for repairs and upgrades. Ownership did not provide a reason for this temporary closure.
Crews are close to getting a wildfire in Wharton State Forest in Burlington County contained. The so-called Mines Spung Wildfire is now 90% contained. It has scorched over 6,000 acres in Shamong and Washington townships since it started on June 13. Several roads and a trail near the fire zone remain closed. No word yet on how it may have started.
This Ventnor bike shop is temporarily shut down after an SUV slammed into the store. This is the aftermath of the crash at AAAA Bike Shop on Ventnor Avenue. No one in the store or the SUV was hurt. But police gave the driver a ticket for careless driving. The bike shop's owner wrote on Instagram that they hope to be back up and running in the next couple of days.
In at least half a dozen states, lawmakers have introduced measures urging the U.S. Supreme Court to strike down the 2015 landmark decision that legalized same sex marriage. While there's not a case currently before the court that could do that, LGBTQ+ couples say they're taking steps to prepare for an uncertain future.
Tuesday will be another cloudy day in the Philadelphia region, but temps will be a bit warmer with scattered storms.
Experts across the Garden State unveiled a new swim safety strategy to help save lives after two people drowned in the past week.
A plea for summer safety. Experts across the Garden State unveiled a new swim safety strategy to help save lives after two people drowned just in the past week in New Jersey. Ryan Hughes reports.
Utilities are racing to build data centers to meet surging demand for AI and other tech services. Ratepayers will pick up the tab, experts say.
Descendants of Timbuctoo, a historic community in Burlington County, say Westampton Township has fallen behind in maintaining the history.
Timbuctoo, New Jersey, was founded by formerly enslaved people nearly 200 years ago—long before June 19, 1865. But descendants of the community's residents say township officials have failed to preserve what's left. Wakisha Bailey reports.
Police said the stolen 1966 Gibson EM-50 mandolin was recovered on Monday night. The instrument was stolen from the rock band Heart after they set up for a show in Atlantic City in May.
The second instrument that was stolen from the rock band Heart was recovered, the Atlantic City Police Department said on Monday night.
New Jersey's Supreme Court says the state can have a grand jury investigate allegations of clergy sexually abusing children and report findings.
Members of Pennsauken High School's Class of 2025 walked in their caps and gowns to inspire younger students at Pennsauken Intermediate School and Phifer Middle School in Camden County, New Jersey.
We're kicking off Monday just like the weekend — more clouds, scattered showers and temps stuck in the 60s in the Philadelphia region.
Philadelphians will cast their votes today in the 2026 Pennsylvania primary in several races, including two ballot questions for city residents.
A high temperature of 98 degrees is forecast for the Philadelphia region Tuesday afternoon, which would not only break the daily record.
Some South Philadelphia residents are relieved after they say police shut down a theft ring on their block.
Bryson Stott hit a two-run homer with two outs in the eighth inning and Jhoan Duran worked a 1-2-3 ninth as the Philadelphia Phillies extended their winning streak to five games with a 5-4 win over the Cincinnati Reds.
A fire at The Black Sheep Pub and Restaurant in Center City was placed under control Monday night, the Philadelphia Fire Department said.
Before you head to the polls – or make a plan to vote by mail – here's what Pennsylvania voters need to know about the 2026 primary election.
Philadelphians will cast their votes today in the 2026 Pennsylvania primary in several races, including two ballot questions for city residents.
A high temperature of 98 degrees is forecast for the Philadelphia region Tuesday afternoon, which would not only break the daily record.
Some South Philadelphia residents are relieved after they say police shut down a theft ring on their block.
Bryson Stott hit a two-run homer with two outs in the eighth inning and Jhoan Duran worked a 1-2-3 ninth as the Philadelphia Phillies extended their winning streak to five games with a 5-4 win over the Cincinnati Reds.
Philadelphians will cast their votes today in the 2026 Pennsylvania primary in several races, including two ballot questions for city residents.
Some South Philadelphia residents are relieved after they say police shut down a theft ring on their block.
A fire at The Black Sheep Pub and Restaurant in Center City was placed under control Monday night, the Philadelphia Fire Department said.
A crash involving a tractor-trailer in Chester County shut down the Route 30 Bypass Monday night.
A teenager is in critical condition after a driver hit him on Cottman Avenue Monday afternoon, Philadelphia police say.
Crews are searching for a swimmer who went missing in Ocean City, New Jersey, Monday night, the Coast Guard said.
Scientists are buzzing about Triantha x novacaesariensis, a newly identified plant found in New Jersey's Pine Barrens.
New Jersey wants to help bars and restaurants cash in on the FIFA World Cup by letting them sell more alcohol during the 39-day tournament.
Research conducted by one of New Jersey's largest credit unions found a trip down the Jersey Shore is going to cost 11% more this year on average.
Thousands of people across the country came together Saturday to remember the lives of Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau.
The historic Mother African Union Church in Wilmington, Delaware, was destroyed in a fire early Sunday morning.
A Delaware man is in custody after he barricaded himself and started a fire inside a Wawa store on Limestone Road, police say.
A New Castle County, Delaware, refinery is starting repairs that could increase its sulfur dioxide emissions levels past permitted limits.
At 108 years old, Susan Young Browne still exercises, drives and visits the Dover, Delaware, senior center she's been a member of for more than 50 years.
Delaware State University students are taking off from Chandelle Airport in Dover as they work to become future Army aviators.
Life is back to normal for 21-year-old Gianna Parrillo-Shennard, whose life was saved by Jefferson Health's mobile stroke unit.
At least 80 deaths have been reported in a new Ebola disease outbreak in Congo and Uganda, authorities said.
NAMI Montgomery County is hosting a mental health awareness and fundraising walk for the organization's free mental health programs.
The head of the World Health Organization says "our work is not over" to contain hantavirus after evacuations from a cruise ship hit by a deadly outbreak of the illness.
Doctors in New Jersey say an illness known as CHS that affects cannabis users is on the rise.
The 2026 PGA Championship at Aronimink Golf Club is a huge boost for Pottstown, Pennsylvania-based Lessen the Loads.
Bars and restaurants in Newtown Square are gearing up for an influx of customers as the 2026 PGA Championship is here.
If you dine out in Philadelphia during the 2026 FIFA World Cup events, you could end up paying more.
Bimbo Bakeries USA employs over 20,000 people and has been headquartered in Horsham, Pennsylvania, for the past 17 years.
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A crash involving a tractor-trailer in Chester County shut down the Route 30 Bypass Monday night.
SEPTA on Monday announced its plans to get fans to and from six World Cup matches in Philadelphia and the fan festival at Lemon Hill.
A Delaware woman died in a multi-vehicle crash on I-95 in South Philadelphia Tuesday night while her 4-year-old daughter was in the backseat, state police said.
A serious crash in Hainesport, New Jersey, forced Route 38 to close Thursday night.
The ramp from Front Street to northbound I-95 and the ramp from southbound I-95 to Front Street will reopen the afternoon of May 8 until the morning of May 11.
Bryson Stott hit a two-run homer with two outs in the eighth inning and Jhoan Duran worked a 1-2-3 ninth as the Philadelphia Phillies extended their winning streak to five games with a 5-4 win over the Cincinnati Reds.
SEPTA on Monday announced its plans to get fans to and from six World Cup matches in Philadelphia and the fan festival at Lemon Hill.
On Monday, May 18, the merchandise tent at Aronimink Golf Club is open to the public for one day of last-minute shopping, where all remaining items are 50% off.
The 2026 PGA Championship at Aronimink Golf Club brought roughly 200,000 golf fans to Newtown Square, Delaware County.
Rory McIlroy's frustrating final round at the PGA Championship boiled over with an angry exchange with a fan after a "U-S-A!" shout from the gallery at Aronimink Golf Club.
Uzo Aduba and Darren Criss announced the 2026 Tony nominees for select categories on "CBS Mornings" on Tuesday.
If you dine out in Philadelphia during the 2026 FIFA World Cup events, you could end up paying more.
Call Your Mother, a Washington D.C. based bagel and deli chain, now has the keys to Metropolitan's Rittenhouse Square location.
The Philadelphia Museum of Art is embracing a statue it once kept at arm's length.
The "Dog Days Are Over" for the Flyers, but their return to the playoffs comes at the cost of the Florence + the Machine concert.
Ukee Washington reports.
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Natasha Brown reports.
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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.
Bill Kelly has the latest NEXT Weather forecast for the Philadelphia region Tuesday.
The house on Wolf Street in South Philly is now completely boarded up.
Philadelphia police said there are no known threats to the city after the shooting in San Diego, but increased patrols at mosques out of an abundance of caution.
The crash happened at around 6:30 p.m. in Valley Township, Chester County, on the Route 30 Bypass.
Ocean City Beach Rescue is leading the search, while the Coast Guard is assisting.