Philadelphia Touts Success Of Its 'Philly Rising' Neighborhood Strategy
Philadelphia mayor Michael Nutter was in the Point Breeze section of the city on Wednesday, discussing crime reduction strategies with community members.
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Philadelphia mayor Michael Nutter was in the Point Breeze section of the city on Wednesday, discussing crime reduction strategies with community members.
The community came together at the West Poplar Apartments on Thursday for a baby shower to support Baby Noel.
Philadelphia's Arson Task Force is investigating a series of car fires in Olney and Feltonville.
Police Internal Affairs has taken over an investigation of a Tuesday night police shooting that resulted in a suspect's death.
Hundreds from across the country have reached out to help Baby Noel, the newborn baby girl found in a box in North Philadelphia a few days before Christmas, and now you can too.
Philadelphia's DHS has released a statement about baby Noel in response to the outpouring of support for the little girl, who was found abandoned in a cardboard box in North Philadelphia on Wednesday.
The organization says it will work with the state and city to focus resources on the 24th, 25th, and 26th police districts.
A man was shot in the head in North Philadelphia on Saturday night.
Police are searching for three suspects who robbed a convenience store in North Philadelphia early Wednesday morning.
Police are investigating an officer involved shooting that took place in north Philadelphia Friday evening.
A 22-year-old man was found lying on the ground suffering from multiple gun shots to the chest at the corner of Westmoreland and Mutter.
Philadelphia police are searching for several suspects in the shooting of a man late Sunday evening.
A car accident in North Philadelphia left one person injured.
Police are investigating a rape in North Philadelphia last night.
A suspect remains in the hospital after crashing a reported stolen car into a pole in North Philadelphia early Wednesday morning.
City Council has tackled what some residents say is a growing problem in Philadelphia: increasingly aggressive raccoons getting into trash, and even chasing after children.
Three of the four defendants in Philadelphia's basement captivity case are now facing additional charges, including aggravated assault, kidnapping and false imprisonment.
"She died with the secret of how she tuned the guitar to get that sound," says Rev. Joe Williams, who sang with Rosetta Tharpe at her last concert.
Police are searching for a suspect who robbed a North Philadelphia bank late last week.
Police need your help in locating the mother of a newborn baby girl who was found dead on a porch in North Philadelphia, leaving neighbors on the child-friendly block outraged.
Police are investigating a double shooting in North Philadelphia early Thursday morning.
Venus Weston believes her sister Linda Ann is capable of all the things police have accused her of and worse.
The Philadelphia Housing Authority is unloading part of its unusually large inventory of vacant property by putting 400 sites up for sale by auction
The four-story, $20-million complex in the 1500 block of Cecil B. Moore Avenue was built on what had been a vacant site and an eyesore for years.
Police are investigating a shooting in North Philadelphia that left two men dead and two others hospitalized Tuesday night.
Severe storms are expected to move into the Philadelphia region and bring damaging winds, lightning and the threat of isolated tornadoes.
Messi sent a left-footed strike into the back of the net in the 38th minute that gave Argentina a 1-0 lead.
Prosecutors allege John Wallace-Bey got into an argument with two co-workers, left work and later came back and shot them.
Clive Davis helped shape the careers of music stars including Janis Joplin, Bruce Springsteen and Whitney Houston.
Firefighters in West Norriton Township in Montco are battling a 4-alarm blaze at a building owned by Superior Play Systems.
A NEXT Weather Alert is in effect on Monday in the Philadelphia region for storms and heavy rain.
Severe storms are expected to move into the Philadelphia region and bring damaging winds, lightning and the threat of isolated tornadoes.
Messi sent a left-footed strike into the back of the net in the 38th minute that gave Argentina a 1-0 lead.
Firefighters in West Norriton Township in Montco are battling a 4-alarm blaze at a building owned by Superior Play Systems.
Prosecutors allege John Wallace-Bey got into an argument with two co-workers, left work and later came back and shot them.
Firefighters in West Norriton Township in Montco are battling a 4-alarm blaze at a building owned by Superior Play Systems.
The steps of the Philadelphia Museum of Art transformed into a sea of Iraqi flags, drums and chants Sunday as fans gathered ahead of the team's World Cup matchup vs. France.
Kylian Mbappé continues to shine for France in the World Cup.
Hundreds of people descended on 52nd Street in West Philadelphia Sunday for the city's annual Juneteenth parade.
An 18-year-old man was arrested after he rammed his car into a police vehicle in Juniata Park during an illegal car meetup Sunday morning, authorities said.
Rakim Stevens created Fathers Forward to help other single dads navigate the challenges of parenting and hopes to expand beyond Camden.
A man from New Jersey was charged after he allegedly hit and killed two teen pedestrians in Townsend, Delaware, over the weekend.
Three men died in a plane crash in Maryland Saturday night, police said.
A man from New Jersey died after a crash on the Atlantic City Expressway in Hamilton Township Saturday night, police say.
After 99 years of educating students in Camden, Holy Name School has officially closed its doors.
Prosecutors allege John Wallace-Bey got into an argument with two co-workers, left work and later came back and shot them.
A man from New Jersey was charged after he allegedly hit and killed two teen pedestrians in Townsend, Delaware, over the weekend.
A 66-year-old woman who was riding an e-bike in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, died in a crash Saturday morning, state police said.
Every year, the August Quarterly Festival Choir lifts so many spirits at the oldest Black religious gathering in the country.
With the MLB All-Star Week coming to Philly next month, two HBCU standouts will have a chance to showcase their talents on a national stage.
New research from Rutgers University says there could be a new connection between popular diet drugs and violent behavior.
Josie Selke was diagnosed with a rare pediatric leukemia at just 5 months old. But thanks to a grant from the Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation, today she's in remission.
Alex Scott's wish was that her lemonade stands could help raise money to find cancer treatments and cures, and that's what's happening.
Cooper's LGBTQ+ clinic in Collingswood, New Jersey, is empowering the community to get the best inclusive healthcare possible.
Dr. Peter Stafford was working with a missionary group in the Congo when he came down with the virus last month.
Target is voluntarily recalling two types of baby wipes due to concerns that the products may be contaminated with bacteria that may cause "serious and life-threatening infections," the U.S. Food and Drug Administration said on Friday.
The Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board says it will begin approving the extended-hours permits for Philadelphia businesses within the next week.
Two top-rated and critically acclaimed restaurants in the Philadelphia area are receiving a new honor.
Sportswear brand Mitchell & Ness is opening a new three-story flagship store in Center City Philadelphia.
Caesars Entertainment is being acquired for almost $6 billion by Fertitta, the company that owns Las Vegas' Golden Nugget and chains like Rainforest Cafe and Morton's.
Three men died in a plane crash in Maryland Saturday night, police said.
Organizers say they want the FIFA Fan Festival in Philadelphia to be "soccer Coachella" for fans from around the world.
SEPTA and its police union have tentatively agreed to a new contract, averting a strike during a busy summer in Philadelphia.
Traffic is backed up on I-95 North in Philadelphia because of a crash near East Allegheny Avenue.
SEPTA says it's making improvements to the train station in the South Philadelphia Sports Complex.
Severe storms are expected to move into the Philadelphia region and bring damaging winds, lightning and the threat of isolated tornadoes.
Messi sent a left-footed strike into the back of the net in the 38th minute that gave Argentina a 1-0 lead.
The steps of the Philadelphia Museum of Art transformed into a sea of Iraqi flags, drums and chants Sunday as fans gathered ahead of the team's World Cup matchup vs. France.
Kylian Mbappé continues to shine for France in the World Cup.
Kyle Schwarber and Bryce Harper each homered for the second consecutive game, and Zack Wheeler struck out seven as the Philadelphia Phillies defeated the New York Mets 6-2.
Clive Davis helped shape the careers of music stars including Janis Joplin, Bruce Springsteen and Whitney Houston.
Over 80 costumes by award-winning costume designer Ruth E. Carter are on display at the African American Museum in Philadelphia.
Brazilian fans visiting Philadelphia for the World Cup are avoiding dressing the Rocky statue in their team colors.
"The Sound of America," an original production set to world-premiere July 1 at FringeArts, reimagines Benjamin Franklin's life as a rock-and-roll spectacle.
Taylor Swift became the youngest woman ever inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame Thursday night, at the age of 36.
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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.
Firefighters are battling a four-alarm blaze at Superior Play Systems in an industrial park in West Norriton Township in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, on Monday. CBS News Philadelphia's Dan Snyder has the latest.
Storms could put a damper on the France vs. Iraq 2026 FIFA Men's World Cup match in Philadelphia on Monday. Bad weather already forced the city's FIFA Fan Festival to close. CBS News Philadelphia's Pat Gallen reports.
Clive Davis, a legendary music executive who helped shape the careers of generations of artists including Janis Joplin, Bruce Springsteen and Whitney Houston, has died. He was 94.
The event featured more than 170 vendors, dancing, food and activities. Organizers say the event is all about celebrating who you are.
The weather is a big concern for Monday's 2026 Men's World Cup match between France and Iraq at Philadelphia Stadium. CBS News Philadelphia's Brandon Goldner and Chilekasi Adele have team coverage as the city prepares for another day of soccer — and the potential of severe storms.