Human remains found in Northeast Philadelphia, police say
Human remains were found in a swampy area next to the Delaware River in Northeast Philadelphia on Thursday, police said.
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Human remains were found in a swampy area next to the Delaware River in Northeast Philadelphia on Thursday, police said.
Penn Academy Softball league in Northeast Philadelphia is asking the community for help after a third break in the last two years.
Police say a man was shot and killed after answering the door at a townhome apartment in Northeast Philadelphia.
The man was shot and killed at the Regency Townhomes at Woodhaven and Academy Roads on Thursday night.
This is a special year-end edition of the Pulse that shines a spotlight on heart, hustle and home. Here are some of the stories that represent the heart behind the headlines of 2023.
Elias Diaz, the man police believe is the "Fairmount Park Rapist," has been charged with three more unsolved rapes in addition to Rebecca Park's murder.
Police say an 18-year-old man died after crashing his car into an electrical pole.
The crash was reported just before 1:30 a.m. at the intersection of Academy Road and Red Lion Road in the Morrell Park area. Authorities have not released what caused the accident or the identity of the driver.
Elias Diaz was arrested on Sunday, Dec. 17 for a string of assaults at Pennypack Park. Then two days later, police said they uncovered DNA from Diaz that determined he was involved or a person of interest in Park's murder.
The man arrested in the Pennypack Park trail slashings has been named a person of interest in the 2003 "Fairmount Park Rapist" cold case, Philadelphia police said Tuesday.
The man arrested over the weekend for the Pennypack Park slashings is now a person of interest in the "Fairmount Park Rapist" cold case from 2003, Philadelphia police said.
A 46-year-old man has been arrested in connection to a string of assaults on the Pennypack Park trail in Philadelphia, police said Monday.
Police say 46-year-old Elias Diaz was arrested in connection to a string of assaults on the Pennypack Park Trail in Philadelphia in November.
Swastikas spray painted on a wall near a senior apartment complex in Somerton have now been removed. Police permitted property managers Thursday to remove the hateful graffiti as they continue their investigation. READ MORE: https://cbsloc.al/3TrsdST
Swastikas painted on a wall near a senior apartment complex in Northeast Philadelphia have now been removed.
Philadelphia Police are investigating after two swastikas were spray-painted on a wall near a senior apartment complex in Somerton that's home to several Jewish people.
Philadelphia police said detectives are still in the early stages of their investigation and added that it was imperative they find whoever spray-painted the Nazi symbols.
A 40-year-old man has been charged with attempted murder in connection with a shootout with Philadelphia police in Holmesburg on Sunday morning.
Two Philadelphia police officers were injured during a shootout in Holmesburg early Sunday morning. For one of the officers, it was the second time they were shot on duty.
Three-time Pro Bowl tight end Frank Wycheck, who threw the lateral that started the "Music City Miracle" and launched the Tennessee Titans' run to the franchise's lone Super Bowl appearance, has died.
Two Philadelphia police officers assigned to the Highway Patrol Unit and a man were shot during a shootout early Sunday morning in Northeast Philadelphia, police said.
Two officers are hospitalized after a shooting in Northeast Philadelphia's Holmesburg neighborhood early Sunday morning, two leaders at the University of Pennsylvania step down amid backlash over the school's response to antisemitism on campus, and a major storm with heavy rain and winds moves in. These headlines and more in your Digital Brief for Sunday, Dec. 10, 2023.
Police are searching for a man in the Pennypack Trail area after a series of violent attacks over the past few weeks.
A man on a BMX-style bike attacked multiple people on a trail at the Northeast Philadelphia park.
This week, police in Philadelphia are searching for another escaped prisoner, our own Aziza Shuler shared her journey with alopecia and much more.
A Pennsylvania man visited Penn to thank the surgeon who saved his life during a stroke.
Right tackle Lane Johnson and defensive tackle Jalen Carter were both ruled out for Week 16's game vs. the Washington Commanders.
Kevin Krebs pleaded guilty to possession of an unregistered firearm or destructive device and faces up to 10 years in prison.
Sean Hernandez is charged with beating 2-year-old Key'Monnie Bean to death in Philadelphia, the DA said.
Mayor Marty Small, who was accused of physically and emotionally abusing his teenage daughter, was found not guilty Thursday.
A Pennsylvania man visited Penn to thank the surgeon who saved his life during a stroke.
Right tackle Lane Johnson and defensive tackle Jalen Carter were both ruled out for Week 16's game vs. the Washington Commanders.
A carjacking at a gas station led police on a pursuit through Fairmount Park late Wednesday night.
Three kids were hospitalized Wednesday after falling into a frozen lake in Mount Holly, New Jersey, police said.
Kevin Krebs pleaded guilty to possession of an unregistered firearm or destructive device and faces up to 10 years in prison.
A Pennsylvania man visited Penn to thank the surgeon who saved his life during a stroke.
Right tackle Lane Johnson and defensive tackle Jalen Carter were both ruled out for Week 16's game vs. the Washington Commanders.
Kevin Krebs pleaded guilty to possession of an unregistered firearm or destructive device and faces up to 10 years in prison.
Sean Hernandez is charged with beating 2-year-old Key'Monnie Bean to death in Philadelphia, the DA said.
A carjacking at a gas station led police on a pursuit through Fairmount Park late Wednesday night.
Mayor Marty Small, who was accused of physically and emotionally abusing his teenage daughter, was found not guilty Thursday.
Sherrill and Lt. Gov.-elect Dale Caldwell said their inauguration will take place in New Jersey's largest city.
Three kids were hospitalized Wednesday after falling into a frozen lake in Mount Holly, New Jersey, police said.
Atlantic City Mayor Marty Small is accused of beating his daughter with a broom and knocking her unconscious last year.
The remains of Dulce Maria Alavez, who went missing in 2019, have not been found, despite a fake report on social media, officials said Wednesday.
Several inches of snow fell across the Philadelphia region Sunday as a winter storm moved through the Delaware Valley.
The snow has moved out of the Delaware Valley Sunday after dropping inches of snow in communities around the region.
From packing your car to driving safety, here's a few tips to help you stay safe once the snow starts falling.
South Jerseyans are preparing for what could be a significant winter blast of snow this weekend.
The 68 Ventures Bowl announced that Delaware football will take on the Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns in Mobile, Alabama, on Dec. 17, 2025.
A Pennsylvania man visited Penn to thank the surgeon who saved his life during a stroke.
There are encouraging early signs the angel advocate approach is helping people find organ donors.
Children with critical illnesses and their families can visit the Wishing Place in Bala Cynwyd to start their wish journeys.
An early Christmas present came to some people from Tanzania visiting South Jersey for life-altering interventions.
A community event in Germantown gave away free hearing aids, letting attendees reconnect with the world through sound.
Through Amazon Now, customers can get household items, cosmetics, electronics, groceries and more delivered in about 30 minutes or less.
San Francisco officials said Tuesday that the city has filed a lawsuit against leading manufacturers of ultra-processed foods, accusing them of producing products linked to serious health issues and alleging that the companies knowingly made the foods addictive.
Amazon's Northeast Philadelphia facility expects to see about 10,000 more packages per day during the holiday peak.
The U.S. Department of Energy says it's loaning $1 billion to help finance the restart of the nuclear power plant on Pennsylvania's Three Mile Island.
Her Place Supper Club, Friday Saturday Sunday and Provenance each received a prestigious Michelin star, the first for any Philadelphia restaurants.
SEPTA's largest workers' union voted to ratify its new contract with the Philadelphia-based transit agency Wednesday night.
SEPTA offered a glimpse inside the Center City trolley tunnel as crews work to fix problems that have shut down service for weeks.
NJDOT is raising awareness about speeding, drunk driving and distracted driving while using humor and some holiday puns.
Residents say the icy conditions on side streets in Manayunk and Roxborough need more attention from the city.
Road closures and parking restrictions will be in effect in Philadelphia Monday and Tuesday for Officer Andy Chan's funeral.
Right tackle Lane Johnson and defensive tackle Jalen Carter were both ruled out for Week 16's game vs. the Washington Commanders.
Delaware wrapped up its first season in the FBS with a 20-13 win over the Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns in the 68 Ventures Bowl.
Penn State wideout Trebor Peña is one of about 22 Nittany Lions who are out of eligibility, while two players already have said they're entering the NCAA's transfer portal.
Ani Kilambi is joining the Washington Nationals as their new general manager, a source told the Associated Press.
The Phillies and right-handed reliever Brad Keller agreed to a two-year contract on Wednesday, according to multiple reports.
The Oscars ceremony is moving to YouTube starting in 2029, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced on Wednesday.
Sylvester Stallone reflects on his iconic roles as Rocky Balboa and John Rambo, his rough upbringing, and the legacy he hopes to leave in a touching "CBS Mornings" interview.
Nick Reiner, a son of director Rob Reiner and his wife Michele, has been arrested on murder charges following their deaths, police said.
Rob Reiner was the son of a comedy giant who became one himself with movies such as "The Princess Bride," "When Harry Met Sally…" and "This is Spinal Tap."
Director Rob Reiner and wife, Michele, were found dead in their Los Angeles home, sources told CBS News, in what police called an apparent homicide.
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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.
President Trump signed an executive order on Thursday to reschedule marijuana to a lower drug classification, one of the most significant changes to drug policy in decades.
Kevin Krebs, who brought guns near a "No Kings" protest during the summer in West Chester and who police later found bombs at his home in Malvern, pleaded guilty in federal court Thursday.
As soon as a not guilty verdict was read aloud Thursday, Atlantic City Mayor Marty Small Sr. shouted, "Thank you, Jesus! Thank you, jury." CBS News Philadelphia reporter Ryan Hughes has the latest on the case.
John Monaghan had the opportunity to thank Penn neurosurgeon Dr. Jan-Karl Burkhardt, who performed a lifesaving surgery on him nearly five years ago.
Atlantic City Mayor Marty Small Sr. was charged with abusing his teenage daughter and asking her to lie about it.