2nd teen charged with setting Jones Road Wildfire in New Jersey
The teenager was not identified, but Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley Billhimer announced he is facing charges of aggravated arson, arson and hindering apprehension.
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The teenager was not identified, but Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley Billhimer announced he is facing charges of aggravated arson, arson and hindering apprehension.
Joseph Kling, the N.J. man facing arson charges in the Jones Road Wildfire, remains in custody in Ocean County.
The Jones Road Wildfire in Ocean County, N.J. is still burning, despite hopes the weekend rain might bring it under control.
Joseph Kling, 19, is charged with arson in the Ocean County, N.J. wildfire that has scorched more than 15,000 acres.
Neighbors in Ocean County, New Jersey, brought drinks and snacks to the command center for firefighters battling the Jones Road Wildfire. The fire is about 50% contained after spreading across roughly 15,200 acres, according to the New Jersey Forest Fire Service.
The Jones Road Wildfire in Ocean County, N.J. is now considered a case of arson sparked by an unattended bonfire, authorities say.
The wildfire smoke from New Jersey is affecting people around the region and can make health issues worse. Health reporter Stephanie Stahl shares tips for protecting your heart health.
The fire has burned over 13,000 acres of land and is now 50% contained, New Jersey Forest Fire officials said in an update early Thursday morning. CBS News Philadelphia's Brandon Goldner reports from a business that was destroyed in Lacey Township, NJ.
The Jones Road Wildfire in Ocean County, N.J. is approximately 50% contained after burning through 13,250 acres.
The Jones Road Wildfire in Ocean County, New Jersey, is approximately 50% contained after burning through 13,250 acres. Evacuations were lifted for some 5,000 residents in Ocean and Lacey Townships on Wednesday.
The Jones Road Wildfire in Ocean County, New Jersey, forced thousands to evacuate their homes, but the evacuation orders were lifted Wednesday morning.
Firefighters in New Jersey are making progress battling a wildfire in Ocean County, and officials now say a major disaster has been averted.
A fast-spreading wildfire in Ocean County, New Jersey prompted mandatory evacuations in Ocean Township, Lakewood and Lacey Township.
Thousands of people have been forced to leave their homes in Ocean Township, Lakewood and Lacey Township, New Jersey, as a fast-spreading wildfire burns in Ocean County.
Six Flags Great Adventure's Wild Safari is welcoming back visitors. The safari is reopening for the season with some brand new additions. One addition is "Coral," the new baby giraffe at the safari. The Base Camp at the safari has also been remodeled. The Savannah Sunset Resort & Spa is also opening for its first full season.
The Flash: Vertical Velocity coaster is the first "super boomerang" roller coaster in North America.
The Marine Mammal Stranding Center in Brigantine, New Jersey, welcomed a big new patient last week. A 154-pound harp seal was hauled out of Brant Beach in Long Beach Island on March 8.
A Rowan University senior and her boyfriend were killed over the weekend in a car crash in Toms River. Her twin sister, a Temple University senior, survived the crash but remains hospitalized, as does her boyfriend.
The Ocean County Prosecutor said a juvenile driver was seen speeding by multiple police officers before he crashed at the intersection of Route 37 and Route 166.
Roller coaster Kingda Ka was imploded at New Jersey's Six Flags Great Adventure on Friday morning.
Four people were injured after a small plane crashed at the Lakewood Airport in Ocean County, New Jersey, on Thursday, police said.
Multiple sightings of drones have been reported in New Jersey, Pennsylvania and four other states since mid-November.
The "Big Rusty" wildfire continues to burn Tuesday evening in Hainesport, Burlington County. The blaze has burned 40 acres and is 50% contained. Firefighters are also making progress battling a wildfire burning in Lakewood, Ocean County by the Lakewood Country Club. As of Tuesday morning, it has burned 35 acres and is also about 50% contained.
The New Jersey Forest Fire Service said a wildfire burning near Pine Park and the Lakewood Country Club is 75% contained as of Tuesday evening.
The New Jersey Forest Fire Service is getting a handle on two wildfires burning in the state, the Big Rusty Wildfire in Hainesport, NJ and the Country Club Wildfire in Lakewood, NJ.
VJ Edgecombe had 22 points and 13 rebounds to lead the Philadelphia 76ers to a 126-116 victory over the Utah Jazz.
A cold front is approaching, with a few waves of showers and storms — some which may become severe.
Travelers express concern and support for the potential use of ICE agents assisting TSA officers at airports as the partial government shutdown continues.
Princeton women's basketball, the last Philadelphia-area team in the NCAA Tournament, falls to Oklahoma State in the first round.
One person is in custody as Delaware State Police search for another suspect in an alleged armed robbery at Christiana Mall.
A cold front is approaching, with a few waves of showers and storms — some which may become severe.
Travelers express concern and support for the potential use of ICE agents assisting TSA officers at airports as the partial government shutdown continues.
VJ Edgecombe had 22 points and 13 rebounds to lead the Philadelphia 76ers to a 126-116 victory over the Utah Jazz.
Princeton women's basketball, the last Philadelphia-area team in the NCAA Tournament, falls to Oklahoma State in the first round.
One person is in custody as Delaware State Police search for another suspect in an alleged armed robbery at Christiana Mall.
VJ Edgecombe had 22 points and 13 rebounds to lead the Philadelphia 76ers to a 126-116 victory over the Utah Jazz.
Travelers express concern and support for the potential use of ICE agents assisting TSA officers at airports as the partial government shutdown continues.
Friday night, the Xfinity Mobile Arena was packed for the first round of the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament.
The Villanova Wildcats were eliminated from the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament in their first appearance in four years.
All five students had their ankle bracelets removed on Friday and have been released from house arrest.
Princeton women's basketball, the last Philadelphia-area team in the NCAA Tournament, falls to Oklahoma State in the first round.
A fire on a residential block in Camden, New Jersey, could be seen from Philadelphia.
After hitting delays because of snow and ice, crews are now working to rebuild a large portion of Ventnor, New Jersey's boardwalk.
Gov. Mikie Sherrill accused ICE of ignoring the concerns of Roxbury residents after it bought the vacant warehouse on Route 46.
Route 73 is back open in Marlton after a fatal crash closed the road for several hours Friday morning.
One person is in custody as Delaware State Police search for another suspect in an alleged armed robbery at Christiana Mall.
Three people died in a car crash involving a drunk driver early Saturday morning in Wilmington, Delaware, police say.
An EF-1 tornado touched down in Kent County, Delaware, Monday night as severe storms hit the Philadelphia region, the National Weather Service said Tuesday.
Thousands of people spent the night without electricity around the Philadelphia area after Monday's storms.
With the region under a tornado watch through 7 p.m., several school districts have announced closings and early dismissals.
The Philadelphia Phillies play regular-season baseball next week. Before then: a race around Citizens Bank Park.
A popular national brand has joined a Philadelphia kidney patient and advocate to raise awareness and save lives.
Earl Jones is thriving after receiving a heart transplant at Temple University Hospital decades ago.
After years of being misdiagnosed, Mary Schneider is raising awareness about narcolepsy and other sleep disorders.
New Jersey Sen. Andy Kim is opening up about his father's Alzheimer's diagnosis in hopes of helping others struggling like him to care for their loved ones.
The Franklin Mall in Northeast Philadelphia is set to reopen Friday after being because of a fire, a spokesperson said.
The Franklin Mall in Northeast Philadelphia is closed until further notice following a fire, a mall security official said.
Move over, Wawa, "there's a new player in town." Customers shed light on Pennsylvania's heated rivalry as Sheetz opened its first store in Montgomery County.
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.
Route 73 is back open in Marlton after a fatal crash closed the road for several hours Friday morning.
The Walt Whitman Bridge is back open Wednesday after it was closed in both directions Tuesday night because of police activity.
Additional security checkpoints at PHL are closed as a partial government shutdown affecting TSA drags on.
Fire crews were called to the Valley Forge Service Area on the Pennsylvania Turnpike for a truck fire Friday morning.
Construction in Upper Darby and Newtown Square has frustrated drivers. PennDOT says work is set to be completed at the end of the year.
VJ Edgecombe had 22 points and 13 rebounds to lead the Philadelphia 76ers to a 126-116 victory over the Utah Jazz.
Princeton women's basketball, the last Philadelphia-area team in the NCAA Tournament, falls to Oklahoma State in the first round.
Christian Dvorak scored a tiebreaking goal early in the third period and added an assist, Dan Vladar made 24 saves and the Philadelphia Flyers beat the San Jose Sharks 4-1 to complete a three-game West Coast sweep.
DraftKings pushed back on the accusation, saying in a statement that it is not engaging in trademark infringement.
Sánchez will throw out the first pitch of the season for the Phillies on Thursday, and Painter will be the No. 5 starter.
Chuck Norris' family said his death at 86 was sudden, but did not share any details on the cause.
Michael B. Jordan's best actor win at Sunday night's Academy Awards resonated at his alma mater, Arts High School in Newark.
A West Philadelphia hip-hop artist is using his music to inspire others and bring people together.
"One Battle After Another" took home several big awards, including Best Picture, Best Director and the newly created Best Casting.
Watch scenes from the performances nominated for best supporting actress at the 98th annual Academy Awards, as well as interviews with the nominees.
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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.
Robert Mueller, a former FBI director who led the investigation into allegations of Russian meddling in the 2016 election, has died, his family confirmed to CBS News on Saturday. He was 81.
With the 2026 MLB season set to kick off in just a few days, the Phillies and Fox Chase Cancer Center hosted the Phillies Charities 5K. Ray Strickland talks with a runner who is battling cancer, and meets the winner of the race, who made it through the Navy Yard and around the sports complex in about 15 minutes.
With the 2026 MLB season set to kick off in just a few days, the Phillies and Fox Chase Cancer Center hosted the Phillies Charities 5K. Ray Strickland talks with a runner who is battling cancer.
This first weekend of spring is a wonderful one, with high temperatures in the 60s around the Philadelphia area, and even hitting the 70s in the city on Sunday. But NEXT Weather Meteorologist Tammie Souza is also tracking storms that could arrive Sunday night.
Saturday will be a better day to do that as we are tracking showers/storms moving in Sunday evening, overnight and into early Monday morning. Bill Kelly has the forecast.