Ocean City, New Jersey, businesses grateful for 4th of July crowds
Families and workers in Ocean City, New Jersey, said it's great to see the beach and boardwalk crowded for the Fourth of July.
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Families and workers in Ocean City, New Jersey, said it's great to see the beach and boardwalk crowded for the Fourth of July.
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Nauti has a 4th of July themed "firecracker doughnut" and Johnson's Popcorn is celebrating 50 years on the Ocean City Boardwalk. With plenty of people headed down the Jersey Shore for Independence Day Wakisha Bailey is checking in with busy local businesses.
The crowds down the Jersey Shore are only going to get bigger ahead of Fourth of July. Many people are getting a jump start on the holiday later this week.
The Ocean City Beach Patrol said about a dozen lifeguards saved nine people, including two children who were caught in a strong rip current at the 9th Street beach.
Crowds packed the boardwalk in Ocean City, New Jersey, days before the Fourth of July later this week.
Streets in Ocean City, Margate and Sea Isle, New Jersey, flooded after torrential rain early Sunday morning, and another round of potentially severe storms later in the evening could create more flooding.
Wednesday's storms are gone and the weather is getting more comfortable Thursday and Friday, with decreasing humidity and high temperatures only in the 80s. Friday will be a wonderful day whether you're in the city or at the Shore, Grant Gilmore reports.
Police say a juvenile suspect is charged with attempted murder and other charges after a 15-year-old was stabbed on the Boardwalk in Ocean City, New Jersey over Memorial Day Weekend.
The Cape May County Prosecutors Office said a juvenile suspect accused of stabbing a teenager in Ocean City, New Jersey, has been charged with attempted murder, aggravated assault and weapons violations.
Wildwood police pushed back against the accusation that a lack of police was the reason for mayhem on the boardwalk on Memorial Day weekend.
Beachgoers talked about whether or not they still feel safe coming back to the Ocean City boardwalk in New Jersey after what officials described as a chaotic Memorial Day weekend.
After a 15-year-old was stabbed in Ocean City and a state of emergency was issued in Wildwood over the weekend, New Jersey police union president Peter Andreyev said "more needs to be done to allow police to protect our communities."
Ocean City officials said at a press conference that more seasonal police officers are on the way, and 20 of them will be assigned to the boardwalk.
Leaders from Cape May County and Ocean City, New Jersey, gathered for a news conference to discuss recent a recent fight on the boardwalk and other safety concerns heading into the summer tourism season.
Cape May County officials shared a stern warning after a chaotic Memorial Day weekend at the Jersey Shore, including in Ocean City and Wildwood. The Ocean City mayor said 20 additional seasonal police officers will be on the boardwalk.
After a taste of summer on Monday, many Jersey Shore business owners and managers are still looking for summer workers.
Ocean City, New Jersey is home to many family-run businesses, and in the heart of downtown, the Asbury Avenue shopping district is ushering in a new summer season.
Families and business owners told CBS News Philadelphia they've seen teens get out of control in Wildwood before, but nothing like the chaos that ensued over Memorial Day weekend. The city and police said a state of emergency was issued early Monday morning to "ensure public safety and maintain law and order" after being inundated with calls related large crowds of young people throughout the weekend.
Ocean City Police Department said a 15-year-old was stabbed after a fight broke out on the boardwalk just before 9:15 p.m. on Saturday, May 25.
Police in Wildwood, New Jersey, have ended a state of emergency that temporarily restricted access to the entire boardwalk after responding to "numerous incidents of civil unrest."
Officials in Ocean City and Wildwood, New Jersey, say large crowds of juveniles caused disruptions on the Jersey Shore boardwalks over the Memorial Day weekend. Wildwood closed the boardwalk and declared a brief state of emergency early Monday morning.
Wildwood Police issued a state of emergency order and shut down the boardwalk overnight out of an abundance of caution due to "civil unrest." At 6 a.m. Monday, police lifted the order and reopened the boardwalk. Meanwhile in Ocean City, police are investigating after a teen was stabbed on that city's boardwalk Saturday night.
Witnesses said chaos unfolded after police say a fight on the Ocean City, New Jersey, boardwalk ended with a 15-year-old boy stabbed.
A 15-year-old boy was stabbed when a fight broke out on the boardwalk Saturday night in Ocean City, New Jersey, police said Sunday. "If you don't want to behave, don't come," Mayor Jay A. Gillian said in a statement.
FloatLab is settling into its permanent home on the Schuylkill River in Philadelphia Wednesday after a decades-long process.
Members of the Black Panther Party for Intercommunal Solidarity are challenging the loss of their gun licenses amid an investigation of Philadelphia police by the U.S. Department of Justice.
Thursday will be similar to Wednesday, just hotter, more humid, and a greater risk of severe storms.
The first wave of extended-hours permits allowing Philadelphia bars to stay open until 4 a.m. have been approved just in time for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Alec Bohm hit a three-run home run, Kyle Schwarber and Bryce Harper also went deep, and the Philadelphia Phillies beat the Toronto Blue Jays 7-4.
More than 300 school-based positions in the School District of Philadelphia are being preserved after the city committed $48 million to the district.
FloatLab is settling into its permanent home on the Schuylkill River in Philadelphia Wednesday after a decades-long process.
Police released surveillance footage Wednesday of two suspects wanted in the fatal shooting of a Penn State student in South Philly.
Members of the Black Panther Party for Intercommunal Solidarity are challenging the loss of their gun licenses amid an investigation of Philadelphia police by the U.S. Department of Justice.
Thursday will be similar to Wednesday, just hotter, more humid, and a greater risk of severe storms.
FloatLab is settling into its permanent home on the Schuylkill River in Philadelphia Wednesday after a decades-long process.
Members of the Black Panther Party for Intercommunal Solidarity are challenging the loss of their gun licenses amid an investigation of Philadelphia police by the U.S. Department of Justice.
The first wave of extended-hours permits allowing Philadelphia bars to stay open until 4 a.m. have been approved just in time for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
A man was shot and killed in Philadelphia's East Germantown neighborhood over a parking dispute Wednesday night, police said.
A motorcyclist died in a crash on Henry Avenue in Philadelphia's Roxborough neighborhood Wednesday, police said.
Crews have found the body of Davoris Carter, the 14-year-old who went missing while swimming in Wildwood earlier this month, police said Wednesday.
Cristian Custodio-Aquino faces 30 years in prison for killing Dr. Michael Anthony, who owned Haddon Vet.
More than 50 shots were fired in a shooting that hurt seven people in Trenton, New Jersey, Tuesday night, local officials say.
Four high school seniors will be awarded scholarships in honor of Danielle Kousoulis, a South Jersey woman who died on 9/11.
The City of Camden ordered EMR Recycling to cease operations after a number of scrap yard fires broke out at the facility.
Anticipation grows in Delaware's West African community as the Ivory Coast's national soccer team settles into its Wilmington hotel ahead of the World Cup.
A teenager was arrested after she allegedly stabbed her hairdresser and another person inside a Wilmington hair salon, Delaware State Police said.
Gordon Turner was convicted of murder and other charges after hitting and killing a University of Delaware student with a U-Haul van last year.
A star high school lacrosse player in Delaware is back on the field after a mysterious condition in his jaw turned out to be something much more serious.
Delaware State troopers found the young girl dead in her bedroom after her father allegedly hit her multiple times with a belt.
Dr. Peter Stafford was working with a missionary group in the Congo when he came down with the virus last month.
A star high school lacrosse player in Delaware is back on the field after a mysterious condition in his jaw turned out to be something much more serious.
Researchers at Penn Medicine say the revolutionary cancer treatment CAR-T therapy may also help patients with kidney failure.
Preliminary research out of Penn Medicine indicates that GLP-1 drugs could prevent breast cancer, but more study is needed.
ChristianaCare Hospital, Aston — Delaware County's first micro-hospital — is expected to treat 15,000 patients annually.
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.
Organizers say they want the FIFA Fan Festival in Philadelphia to be "soccer Coachella" for fans from around the world.
SEPTA says it's making improvements to the train station in the South Philadelphia Sports Complex.
A new website helps visitors and residents check traffic conditions before heading to events in Philadelphia this summer.
PennDOT is replacing a bridge built in 1950 that carries State Road across the Darby Creek, linking Upper Darby and Springfield townships.
SEPTA's South Broad Concourse links 15th/City Hall and Walnut-Locust stations and reopened after being closed for six years.
Alec Bohm hit a three-run home run, Kyle Schwarber and Bryce Harper also went deep, and the Philadelphia Phillies beat the Toronto Blue Jays 7-4.
Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Adolis García left the game vs. the Blue Jays in the seventh inning after making consecutive throws to home plate on sacrifice flies.
The Eagles added some depth to their defensive line by signing A.J. Epenesa, who spent the last six seasons with the Buffalo Bills.
Philadelphia International Airport is also on alert, especially with an increased number of travelers for the six World Cup matches in South Philly.
The U.S. Coast Guard is one of the agencies monitoring safety and security during World Cup matches in South Philadelphia.
Taylor Swift attended Game 4 of the NBA Finals between the Knicks and Spurs at Madison Square Garden on Wednesday.
The Godmother of Soul — Philly's own Patti LaBelle — received a Lifetime Achievement Award during the college's Rhythm and RISE celebration.
"Schmigadoon!" — which was tied for the most nominations, with 12 — won Best Musical, and "Liberation" took home the honor of Best Play at the 2026 Tony Awards.
"LUZIA" showcases Mexican culture under the Big Top at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center in Oaks through June 7.
The American Music Awards celebrate fan favorites in the music world and feature performances from multiple artists.
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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.
Police identified the motorcyclist as 30-year-old Ian Patrick Quigg of Philadelphia.
Bill Kelly says Thursday in the Philadelphia region will be hot and humid with a chance of severe storms. Here's the NEXT Weather forecast.
Philadelphia leaders say they've found a way to fund the school district and protect jobs.
Crews have found the body of Davoris Carter, the 14-year-old who went missing while swimming in Wildwood, New Jersey, earlier this month, police said Wednesday.
The shooting happened on the 6100 block of Magnolia Street at around 7:30 p.m., according to Philadelphia police.