Hundreds leave Gaza for first time during Israel-Hamas war
Hundreds leave Gaza for first time during Israel-Hamas war through Rafah border crossing into Egypt.
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Hundreds leave Gaza for first time during Israel-Hamas war through Rafah border crossing into Egypt.
Armstrong said his future as a professional basketball player in Israel is still uncertain, but he’s now using his newfound time to devote to his nonprofit where he hopes to educate the youth on anti-Semitism.
The Saturday night rally was peaceful, and people on both sides of the issue hope that in the coming days, any future demonstrations will be the same.
The rally Saturday night was peaceful, and people on both sides of the issue hope that in the coming days, any future demonstrations will be the same.
Many Palestinian Americans are concerned that they can't reach their family members and friends abroad due to an internet blackout in Gaza.
Crowds gathered at an empty Shabbat table at Independence Mall to honor over 200 hostages captured from Israel by Hamas militants.
The faces of missing people are plastered on wall near Israel's military and defense headquarters.
The war between Israel and Hamas is now in its third week. Today, the border between Gaza and Egypt reopened for the first time. This comes less than a day after the release of two American hostages who were captured by Hamas.
Leaders in Philadelphia believe the incident is part of a rise in anti-Muslim feelings since the attack in Israel.
That type of support is something the Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia says they're thankful for.
More than a hundred Jewish Americans are taking a hard stance against Israel's tactics in its war against Hamas.
Biden said in a speech that the initial attack by Hamas on Oct. 7 was the deadliest day for the Jewish people since the Holocaust.
President Joe Biden landed in Israel on Wednesday morning to meet with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Israel's war cabinet. CBS News Correspondent Ian Lee reports from Tel Aviv.
Schlesinger's Restaurant and Delicatessen will donate 100% of Monday's sales to the Philly Stands with Israel Fund.
It comes as Israel is preparing for a ground war.
As war between Israel and Hamas continues, President Biden said he does not believe the two-state solution is dead.
The pro athlete shares how he's thankful to be back with family. He was in southern Israel when the attacks began.
The exhibit is open until November 11 but the photographer and activist hope visitors will continue to educate themselves and be aware of the impact of this conflict on all of those involved.
Sen. Cory Booker, a Democrat serving on the Foreign Relations Committee, was in Jerusalem when Hamas launched its attack on Israel.
Avie Laurie, who went to high school in Philadelphia, was drafted to reserve duty in the Israel-Hamas war.
The Gaza Strip is a densely populated stretch of land. More than 2 million people live in the territory. It has been under the control of Hamas since 2007.
More than 1,200 people have been killed in Israel, including 27 Americans, and over 1,500 have been killed in Gaza, according to officials.
Philadelphia-based Israeli Chef Michael Solomonov is helping to raise money for those injured in the war in Israel by donating 100% of his restaurant sales from Thursday.
A psychiatrist with Main Line Health said being constantly surrounded by reminders of the war on news outlets and social media can have a range of impacts on mental health.
Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro ordered the Commonwealth flags to fly at half-staff across Pennsylvania to honor the lives lost in Israel.
Demolition and recovery operations will resume Sunday morning at the site of the parking garage that partially collapsed in Grays Ferry.
Sean Couturier had two goals and an assist and Noah Cates added a short-handed goal and two assists as the Flyers rout the Winnipeg Jets
The Artemis II astronauts flew back to the Johnson Space Center in Houston Saturday to cheers and applause from family members and hundreds of NASA workers.
Joint funeral services for Jeffory Buck and Robert Shick Jr., who were killed last weekend in a crash while searching for a missing woman.
Kyle Schwarber hit a go-ahead, three-run homer in the third inning to boost the Phillies over the Diamondbacks, ending a three-game losing streak.
After a beautiful Saturday, expect more of the same Sunday, with windier conditions in the afternoon.
Demolition and recovery operations will resume Sunday morning at the site of the parking garage that partially collapsed in Grays Ferry.
Sean Couturier had two goals and an assist and Noah Cates added a short-handed goal and two assists as the Flyers rout the Winnipeg Jets
Demolition work began Saturday at the parking garage that partially collapsed in the Grays Ferry section of Philadelphia.
Joint funeral services for Jeffory Buck and Robert Shick Jr., who were killed last weekend in a crash while searching for a missing woman.
Demolition and recovery operations will resume Sunday morning at the site of the parking garage that partially collapsed in Grays Ferry.
Joint funeral services for Jeffory Buck and Robert Shick Jr., who were killed last weekend in a crash while searching for a missing woman.
Demolition work will resume Sunday morning at the parking garage that partially collapsed in the Grays Ferry section of Philadelphia.
Tyrese Maxey scored 32 points, Paul George had 21 as the 76ers beat the Pacers to snap a three-game skid.
Trea Turner leaves tying run at third baseas the Phillies lose to the Diamondbacks after starting the game with a 4-0 lead.
Crews contained a wildfire in West Deptford, New Jersey that can be seen from Philadelphia.
Kishan Patel, who was shot by a former NYPD officer in 2024, has returned home after more than a year of rehab.
A suspect was linked to the murders of 24-year-old Marebeth Welsh in 1993 and 16-year-old Jennifer Persia in 1994, prosecutors said.
Leaders in New Jersey are getting ready to welcome visitors for a series of events for America's 250th anniversary.
Officials say Jason Howe, who was a teacher at Sterling High School, was arrested after having a sexual relationship with a student.
Months after a propane explosion, Refuge Nation Church in Bear, Delaware, will welcome members back this weekend.
A 17-year-old girl was taken to the hospital after she was shot on North Walnut Street in Wilmington, police said.
A meteor spotted across multiple states Tuesday afternoon traveled more than 100 miles before disintegrating, NASA said.
An Acme Markets store in Middletown, Delaware, sold the lottery ticket that won the $230.8 million Powerball jackpot.
Wawa is recalling four popular 16-ounce drinks sold at a number of stores in Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey and Virginia.
An exhibit called Revolutionary Botany at the Mütter Museum explores the origins of the American pharmacy and Philly's role.
The Be Still Foundation is hosting a nationwide pickleball tournament during National Parkinson's Awareness Month.
Wawa is recalling four popular 16-ounce drinks sold at a number of stores in Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey and Virginia.
Officials said access is an issue for many in Burlington County, home to almost half a million residents.
Ariana Ugarte is among about 500 children who have had kidney transplants at St. Christopher's Hospital for Children in Philadelphia.
Gas prices are climbing, putting a strain on the transportation industry and its workers in the Philadelphia area.
FIFA officials have canceled hundreds of hotel rooms in Philadelphia previously booked for this summer.
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.
SEPTA said a person was struck at the Girard Avenue B line station on Wednesday morning, leading to service disruptions.
Residents along Germantown Avenue in Philadelphia say speeding cars in the area have been a consistent problem.
Interstate 78 eastbound is back open on Saturday after a plane made an emergency landing.
All TSA security checkpoints at Philadelphia International Airport have reopened after weeks of staffing shortages due to a partial government shutdown.
SEPTA said it has bought 24 used Bombardier Comets railcars from the Montreal public transportation system, Exo.
Sean Couturier had two goals and an assist and Noah Cates added a short-handed goal and two assists as the Flyers rout the Winnipeg Jets
Kyle Schwarber hit a go-ahead, three-run homer in the third inning to boost the Phillies over the Diamondbacks, ending a three-game losing streak.
Tyrese Maxey scored 32 points, Paul George had 21 as the 76ers beat the Pacers to snap a three-game skid.
Trea Turner leaves tying run at third baseas the Phillies lose to the Diamondbacks after starting the game with a 4-0 lead.
The Eagles are acquiring Dontayvion Wicks in a trade with the Green Bay Packers, according to multiple reports.
The city of Chester is honoring Grammy Award-winning R&B artist Avery*Sunshine during an emotional homecoming ceremony.
Artists like Lady A, Nelly, The Avett Brothers and Third Eye Blind will headline a free concert series throughout Pennsylvania.
Philadelphia's Southeast Asian Market is back for 2026, opening April 4 and returning nearly every weekend through the end of October.
In Center City, Chris' Jazz Cafe draws crowds each Tuesday through Saturday for live performances. But behind the scenes, another kind of performance unfolds each night.
Philadelphia's renowned restaurant scene has scored seven finalists for the 2026 James Beard Foundation Awards in Chicago.
Ukee Washington reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Ukee Washington reports.
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.
We turn the temperature on high with a taste of summer. All next week our highs will be in the 80s and possibly a few records in the 90s mid-week. Andrew Kozak has the forecast.
Demolition and recovery operations will resume Sunday morning at the site of the parking garage that partially collapsed in Grays Ferry. Ryan Hughes reports.
The Philadelphia Ironworkers Local 401 has identified the worker killed and the two presumed dead after a parking garage partially collapsed on Wednesday in the Grays Ferry section of Philadelphia. Ryan Hughes reports.
Hundreds of community members and firefighters gathered Saturday at Fleetwood Area High School to honor Walnuttown Fire Company Chief Jeffory Buck and Assistant Chief Robert Shick Jr., who were killed last weekend in a crash while searching for a missing woman in Berks County. Eva Andersen reports.
Sunshine will prevail with slightly above-average temperatures in the mid-60s. Nights will be comfortable as well with lows in the 40s. Tammie Souza has the NEXT Weather forecast.