How Russia's Wagner group exploits Africa to fund the Ukraine war
Yevgeny Prigozhin's Wagner army has been key to Putin's war on Ukraine. CBS News' has discovered how it's paid for by "profiteering" in Africa.
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How a heist of $1.65 million of gold coins unfolded in 9 minutes
Officials say there are "parallels" between the heist of Celtic treasure in Manching and the theft of $1 billion in jewels in Dresden.
Mobster Joey Merlino Headed Back to Prison For Parole Violations
A judge in Philadelphia has ruled that Merlino violated the terms of his supervised release by meeting with a convicted felon and a former co-defendant inside the Havana Nights Cigar Bar, in Boca Raton.
Feds Drop Case Against Joseph Ligambi
Joseph Ligambi could have faced a third trial after jurors acquitted him last week of witness tampering while deadlocking on three other charges.
Ligambi Acquitted Of One More Count in Philly Mob Retrial; Borgesi Ordered Freed
After weeks of off-and-on deliberations, a federal court jury in Philadelphia has acquitted Joseph Ligambi on one count and confirmed it was deadlocked on three others against him. The jury also acquitted co-defendant George Borgesi of the one count against him.
EXCLUSIVE: 'Mafia Prince' Speaks For The First Time
Phil Leonetti, a longtime leader in the Philly mob, talks about the murder and mayhem that he was a big part of to CBS 3 reporter Walt Hunter.
After Two Re-Starts, Jury Deliberations Resume In Ligambi Organized Crime Trial
Jury deliberations, which began two weeks ago, have not gone smoothly. Two jurors have been removed, one for illness, the other because the juror reportedly knew a witness and reported it during deliberations. Each time the jury had to start over.
Jury Deliberations Resume In Ligambi's Organized Crime Trial
A federal jury is now considering the alleged mob racketeering case against alleged boss Joseph Ligambi and 6 others.
Admitted Philadelphia Mobster Takes Stand Against Former Colleagues
Admitted mob associate Louis Monacello testified that he collected "street tax" or "tribute" for defendant and alleged mob boss Joseph Ligambi and others.
Testimony Begins Today In Ligambi Racketeering Trial
After a full day of opening statements yesterday, testimony is scheduled to begin this morning in the federal racketeering conspiracy trial of alleged mob boss Joseph Ligambi and six other men.
Trial Opens For Accused Philadelphia Mob Leader Joseph Ligambi
Cold-blooded mobsters, or victims targeted by overzealous and desperate authorities? That's the choice laid out for the jury.
Corbett Signs Bill To Help Shut Down Internet Café Gambling Operations
Governor Corbett has signed a bill aimed at helping law enforcement shut down so-called "Internet Café" gambling operations in Pennsylvania.
International Luxury Car Theft Ring Smashed in Southeastern Pa.
Pennsylvania state police say 57 cars worth more than $2.3 million disappeared.
Philadelphia Mob, Once Written Off, Has Bounced Back
A federal grand jury report unsealed Monday, announcing charges against the top two reputed Philadelphia mobsters and 11 others, paints a picture of La Casa Nostra as alive and well.
Feds Arrest Philadelphia Reputed Mob Head, Others
The reputed boss of the Philadelphia mob and a dozen others are facing charges following a series of arrests by federal authorities.
Movie Review: 'Kill The Irishman'
"Kill The Irishman" is a ho-hum crime biodrama about a mob war that seems so grindingly familiar that you're almost sure you've sat through it before.
Former Mob Boss 'Skinny' Joey Merlino To Be Released From Prison
"Skinny" Joey Merlino is reportedly going to be released from federal prison later this month, apparently to a halfway house and under supervised parole.
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Interboro HS grad fatally shot by police on I-95 had "kindest soul ever"
Anthony Allegrini Jr., 18, was fatally shot by Pennsylvania State Police along Interstate-95 near Penn's Landing early Sunday morning after he allegedly crashed his car into two troopers.
Who's running for president in 2024? Meet the candidates — and likely candidates — vying for your vote
Eight Republicans have announced their candidacies for president so far. And President Biden announced in April that he'd run for reelection.
Delaware scientists find potential solution to invasive spotted lanternflies
Researchers in Delaware want to fight the invasive spotted lanternflies with a couple of natural predators from China with major potential.
Former Eagles QB Michael Vick on College Football Hall of Fame ballot for 1st time
Former Eagles quarterback Michael Vick is among the college football stars who will be considered for induction to the Hall of Fame for the first time this year.
4 dead in Cessna Citation plane crash near D.C. Here's what we know.
The Federal Aviation Administration said a pilot and three passengers were killed in the crash. The plane was destroyed.
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Interboro HS grad fatally shot by police on I-95 had "kindest soul ever"
Anthony Allegrini Jr., 18, was fatally shot by Pennsylvania State Police along Interstate-95 near Penn's Landing early Sunday morning after he allegedly crashed his car into two troopers.
Who's running for president in 2024? Meet the candidates — and likely candidates — vying for your vote
Eight Republicans have announced their candidacies for president so far. And President Biden announced in April that he'd run for reelection.
Delaware scientists find potential solution to invasive spotted lanternflies
Researchers in Delaware want to fight the invasive spotted lanternflies with a couple of natural predators from China with major potential.
Former Eagles QB Michael Vick on College Football Hall of Fame ballot for 1st time
Former Eagles quarterback Michael Vick is among the college football stars who will be considered for induction to the Hall of Fame for the first time this year.
4 dead in Cessna Citation plane crash near D.C. Here's what we know.
The Federal Aviation Administration said a pilot and three passengers were killed in the crash. The plane was destroyed.
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Interboro HS grad fatally shot by police on I-95 had "kindest soul ever"
Anthony Allegrini Jr., 18, was fatally shot by Pennsylvania State Police along Interstate-95 near Penn's Landing early Sunday morning after he allegedly crashed his car into two troopers.
Delaware scientists find potential solution to invasive spotted lanternflies
Researchers in Delaware want to fight the invasive spotted lanternflies with a couple of natural predators from China with major potential.
Northbound lanes of I-476 reopen in Lower Merion after multi-vehicle crash
Officials said a deadly multi-vehicle crash had a significant impact on the Monday morning commute on the Blue Route.
Popular recreation destination in Philadelphia receives funding for improvements
The funding will enable the organizations to complete projects to extend the Delaware River Trail north of Penn Treat Park.
Patti LaBelle, Philadelphia's "Godmother of Soul," coming to The Met in December
Patti LaBelle, Philadelphia's "Godmother of Soul," is playing a holiday homecoming show this December.
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NEXT Weather: Mostly sunny, warm Monday
Monday is expected to be mostly sunny and warm, with highs in the 80s.
Water pressure in Central Jersey fully restored, Aqua says
The Robbinsville School District will resume a regular schedule Monday.
Bass River State Forest fire in New Jersey is 100% contained
The Allen Road fire in New Jersey's Bass River State Forest is 100% contained as of Saturday afternoon.
Wildfire in Medford, NJ, fully contained, fire officials say
The New Jersey Forest Fire Service says a wildfire that broke out in Medford, Burlington County overnight is 100% contained.
SummerFest 2023: Walking on the wild side at Cape May County Park & Zoo
For more than four decades, the Cape May County Park & Zoo has been welcoming visitors.
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Delaware scientists find potential solution to invasive spotted lanternflies
Researchers in Delaware want to fight the invasive spotted lanternflies with a couple of natural predators from China with major potential.
NEXT Weather: Mostly sunny, warm Monday
Monday is expected to be mostly sunny and warm, with highs in the 80s.
The Pulse of CBS Philadelphia: View the top stories of May 29-June 2
This week on the Pulse of Philadelphia, Summer is in full force in the region, a Delaware school's senior prank is going viral and a decorated Army surgeon is making military history by becoming the first Asian American and the first woman to lead the New Jersey Army National Guard.
Air quality alerts issued in Del., N.J. due to wildfire smoke
Code orange quality alert: Smoke from Nova Scotia wildfires lingers over the region, and Delaware has an air quality alert after a N.J. wildfire.
"They were everywhere": Senior prank at Delaware boarding school goes viral
The video posted to St. Andrew's Instagram account has now gone viral with nearly 2 million likes and more than 9,000 comments.
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What is HMPV? How to know if you have human metapneumovirus
Unlike COVID-19 and the flu, there's no vaccine for HMPV or antiviral drugs to treat it. Instead, doctors care for seriously sick patients by treating their symptoms.
Buffalo safety Damar Hamlin launches CPR Tour to raise awareness at Bills stadium
The launch event included free CPR training for more than 1,000 people.
CHOP gets $100,000 donation to Center for Celiac Disease
The research at CHOP's Center for Celiac Disease is aimed at finding a treatment for the disease.
Last Mental Reset canceled Wednesday, May 31 due to air quality alert
Today's Mental Reset series at Love Park has been canceled due to an air quality alert in the Philadelphia region.
Delaware man is first Penn Medicine patient to receive robotic kidney transplant
The Delaware musician didn't want to wait on a transplant list instead he turned to Facebook and a day later a stranger came forward to offer her kidney.
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When does student loan pause end? Here's how to prepare for when payments restart
A three-year pause on student loan payments will end this summer regardless of how the Supreme Court rules on the White House plan to forgive billions of dollars in student loan debt.
Debt Ceiling: The impact on seniors, people who rely on social security
Many in our area have strong feelings when talking about the gridlock in Washington over the debt ceiling fight.
Tastykake recall: some products may contain peanut allergens
Some Tastykakes containing peanut butter were improperly labeled, sparking a recall due to allergy concerns.
How raising nation's debt limit could reduce spending of some coronavirus relief funds
Proposals to raise the nation's debt limit include spending cuts to coronavirus relief funds that haven't been used.
Hey seniors! Krispy Kreme is giving free donuts to the Class of 2023
Hey, high school grads! Krispy Kreme shops in our area are giving away a free dozen donuts on Wednesday.
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Northbound lanes of I-476 reopen in Lower Merion after multi-vehicle crash
Officials said a deadly multi-vehicle crash had a significant impact on the Monday morning commute on the Blue Route.
Philadelphia Pride Festival 2023: Road closures, parking restrictions & more
Philadelphia city officials announce road closures, parking restrictions, and what to expect for this year's Pride festival.
Memorial Day Weekend 2023: What to do in Philadelphia
If you're not going down the shore, there are still plenty of fun things to do in the Philadelphia area during Memorial Day Weekend.
Memorial Day Weekend 2023: Your guide to travel around Pa., N.J., Del.
Here's everything we know about traveling for this Memorial Day Weekend.
Free Crabfries, tolls for Memorial Day Weekend 2023 travelers in NJ
Chickie's and Pete's is offering free Crabfries and free tolls eastbound on the Atlantic City Expressway on May 26.
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Former Eagles QB Michael Vick on College Football Hall of Fame ballot for 1st time
Former Eagles quarterback Michael Vick is among the college football stars who will be considered for induction to the Hall of Fame for the first time this year.
Former Phillies pitcher Roger Craig dies at 93
Roger Craig, who pitched for three championship teams during his major league career and then managed the Giants to the 1989 World Series that was interrupted by a massive earthquake, has died.
By the numbers: Phillies' Kyle Schwarber dominates June
Schwarber has hit 49 home runs in June in his career - the most out of any month in the baseball calendar.
Sam Cassell to join Boston Celtics' coaching staff: report
It still remains unclear who will be on Nick Nurse's coaching staff, but one of Doc Rivers' assistants isn't staying in Philly.
Schwarber, Ellis homer twice as Phillies beat Nationals
Kyle Schwarber hit a pair of three run homers, Drew Ellis hit his first two home runs of the season, and the Phillies defeated the Nationals 11-3 to take the rubber game of the series.
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Directors Guild of America reaches "truly historic" deal with studios
The tentative three-year agreement addresses wages, streaming residuals, working hours and more.
Taylor Swift shares powerful Pride month message during Chicago "Eras Tour" concert
Taylor Swift kicked off the Chicago leg of her "Eras Tour" Friday night with a powerful Pride month message in support of the LGBTQ community.
Roots Picnic 2023: Everything you need to know
As the wave of Memorial Day weekend wears off, CBS News Philadelphia has everything you need to know as the Roots Picnic return for the first weekend of June.
Jacky Oh, Wild 'N Out cast member, dead at 32
The star of the improv show and longtime partner of DC Young Fly reportedly died in Miami on Wednesday.
Former Playboy model accuses Bill Cosby of drugging and sexually assaulting her in 1969
In her lawsuit, Victoria Valentino, 80, says she was an actress and singer 54 years ago, when she met Cosby, now 85.
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Local nonprofit delivers early Christmas gift to man battling congenital heart disease
Ukee Washington reports.
Camden woman made it her life's mission to help her community after losing husband to gun violence
Natasha Brown reports.
Brotherly Love: Saving Grace Ministry helps children and their families coping with trauma
Natasha Brown reports.
Fairhill nonprofit's youth artist program "empowers" teens
Natasha Brown reports.
Sinister Mopar to host car show with a cause at Clementon Lake Park in South Jersey
Ukee Washington reports.
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With Falcon Tank, Liguori Academy turns students into entrepreneurs
With an event similar to "Shark Tank," Liguori Academy is turning students into entrepreneurs overnight.
Camden pharmacy part of unique program for New Jersey students
Eight Camden high school students are getting experience as pharmacy technicians at the locally owned Bell Rexall Drugs.
West Philadelphia coffee shop helping young people earn diplomas
At Stomping Grounds Social Justice Cafe, young people are getting work experience while working toward their diploma.
Focusing on the Future: Philadelphia high school robotics team supporting teams citywide
On this week's Focusing on the Future Wakisha Bailey speaks with the team and finds out how they are making a difference with other high schoolers.
Youth group with "incredible passion" holding Philadelphia politicians accountable
PhillyBOLT consists of young Philadelphians who are keeping a close eye on the race to become Philadelphia's 100th mayor.
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Blue Route reopens in Montgomery County after hours-long closure due to crash investigation
The northbound lanes of the Blue Route between Villanova and I-76 have reopened to traffic.
NEXT Weather: Tracking Tuesday showers
Meteorologist Kate Bilo has the latest forecast.
Annual Juneteenth flag raising held outside Philadelphia City Hall
The event marks the start of Philadelphia's annual Juneteenth celebration which runs through June 19.
Former Philadelphia Eagles player help give local library a boost
Eagles alumni Irving Fryar and Hollis Thomas were on hand for the donation of 23 refurbished laptops to the Pennsauken Free Public Library.
Delaware River Trail receives funding to extend trail, increase safety
Over $1.7 million was awarded to the Delaware River Waterfront Corporation and to the Fishtown Kensington Area Business Improvement District.