Biden, Harris welcome home Americans released in Russia prisoner swap
A plane carrying Evan Gershkovich, Paul Whelan and Alsu Kurmasheva landed at a military base in Maryland after they were freed by Russia in a prisoner exchange.
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A plane carrying Evan Gershkovich, Paul Whelan and Alsu Kurmasheva landed at a military base in Maryland after they were freed by Russia in a prisoner exchange.
The Biden administration announced the release of three U.S. citizens from Russia, including Evan Gershkovich, Paul Whelan and Alsu Kurmasheva, as part of a complex 24-person prisoner swap.
Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich went on trial behind closed doors in Russia on espionage charges he, the Journal and Washington vehemently deny. A conviction is considered almost certain.
"You understand when I say that I can't do an interview, which means that I can't answer any questions," Whelan told a Russia Today reporter.
Trevor Reed, released in 2022 in a U.S.-Russia prisoner swap, was injured recently while fighting for Ukraine in the east of that country, CBS News has learned.
Following comments from the Kremlin, US officials recently confirmed that quiet discussions are underway with Russia to try to secure the release of Gershkovich and fellow wrongfully detained American Paul Whelan.
Griner hit the court at Fort Sam in Houston, where she is undergoing medical evaluations and spending time with family, her agent said.
Her plane landed in San Antonio, Texas. Griner was freed from Russia in exchange for notorious international arms dealer Viktor Bout.
"No more days. She's coming home," the Mercury, Griner's WNBA team, said.
Griner has been sentenced for drug possession after vape canisters containing cannabis oil were found in her luggage.
The swap of the Americans, including five oil executives held for nearly five years, is the largest trade of detained citizens ever carried out by the Biden administration.
Bringing Hope Home recently marked a major milestone in their mission: Since 2008, the Malvern, Pennsylvania-based nonprofit has supported more than 10,000 families.
The Cherry Hill Public Library in New Jersey will let you pick up a new Halloween costume for free or trade in a used one.
President Biden is expected to campaign with Sen. Bob Casey in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania Tuesday night.
A beautiful, seasonable October stretch is in the forecast this week in the Philadelphia area.
The Philadelphia region remembered the victims of Hamas' horrific terror attack in Israel one year later on Monday.
Classes for all grades will be canceled on Tuesday at St. Francis of Assisi School in Springfield, Delaware County, after a massive fire.
Bringing Hope Home recently marked a major milestone in their mission: Since 2008, the Malvern, Pennsylvania-based nonprofit has supported more than 10,000 families.
The Cherry Hill Public Library in New Jersey will let you pick up a new Halloween costume for free or trade in a used one.
President Biden is expected to campaign with Sen. Bob Casey in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania Tuesday night.
A beautiful, seasonable October stretch is in the forecast this week in the Philadelphia area.
Bringing Hope Home recently marked a major milestone in their mission: Since 2008, the Malvern, Pennsylvania-based nonprofit has supported more than 10,000 families.
President Biden is expected to campaign with Sen. Bob Casey in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania Tuesday night.
Philadelphia Phillies fans are looking forward to cheering their team on in New York.
Cleanup is underway in Francisville after part of a three-story building collapsed into the street.
Philadelphia International Airport was busy Monday, and many travelers were seeking refuge from Hurricane Milton.
The Cherry Hill Public Library in New Jersey will let you pick up a new Halloween costume for free or trade in a used one.
Panera Bread reached a settlement in the wrongful death lawsuit involving former Penn student, Sarah Katz.
Representatives from the New Jersey Department of Transportation discussed long and short-term solutions for what they call one of the most dangerous stretches in Collingswood.
Looking for a scare? Spooky season has officially commenced in the Philadelphia area and this weekend comes bearing thrills and chills.
This week marks 10 years since the Salvation Army Kroc Center in Camden opened, providing numerous services for people young and old.
Ticketmaster is claiming some of its customers' digital tickets are being stolen through email scams. Here's what they told CBS News Philadelphia after we reached out.
Dockworkers began picketing at the Port of Philadelphia Tuesday after the International Longshoremen's Association announced the union would go on strike.
It's officially spooky season! Check out our list of haunted houses in the Philadelphia area. Happy haunting.
Saturday will be filled with gray skies and patchy fog with scattered showers. Temperatures sit in the mid-70s before dropping into the 60s later tonight.
Friday morning fog has moved out before bands of showers from Tropical Depression Helene hit Friday night into Saturday.
Bringing Hope Home recently marked a major milestone in their mission: Since 2008, the Malvern, Pennsylvania-based nonprofit has supported more than 10,000 families.
Many hospitals in the Philadelphia region are experiencing a shortage of IV fluid and have implemented conservation measures.
Panera Bread reached a settlement in the wrongful death lawsuit involving former Penn student, Sarah Katz.
Team IMPACT with a connection to Villanova helps children find hope and strength from new connections with college sports teams.
A Montgomery County woman received an organ donation for her second lung transplant with help from the FBI.
Volunteers in Havertown launched a grassroots effort to help those affected by collecting donations to send to survivors in North Carolina.
The parent company of Philadelphia's Chart House says construction in the area "cut off visibility and access for our customers."
Delco Original Trading Company in Broomall is seeing an uptick in business as fans stock up on new merch ahead of the Phillies' first playoff game this Saturday.
Grocers in Pennsylvania and New Jersey say the dockworker strike could affect the supply chain and cause prices to rise.
The union representing 45,000 dockworkers from Texas to Maine could go on strike on Tuesday, which could halt operations at the Port of Philadelphia.
Philadelphia International Airport was busy Monday, and many travelers were seeking refuge from Hurricane Milton.
Representatives from the New Jersey Department of Transportation discussed long and short-term solutions for what they call one of the most dangerous stretches in Collingswood.
Pennsylvania state troopers are accompanying PennDOT workers in some construction zones to stop unsafe drivers.
A FedEx delivery tractor-trailer jackknifed on the New Jersey Turnpike in Burlington County on Thursday morning.
Scheduled bridge deck repairs on part of I-76 East will have to wait another weekend because of the Phillies' playoff games.
Philadelphia Phillies fans are looking forward to cheering their team on in New York.
After being benched for Game 2, Phillies All-Star third baseman Alec Bohm will be back in the lineup for Game 3 in New York.
On his birthday, Bryson Stott delivered a big hit and rewarded Philadelphia Phillies manager Rob Thomson's belief in him for Game 2 of the NLDS.
Jett Luchanko, one of the youngest players selected in the 2024 NHL draft, has made the Philadelphia Flyers' opening-day roster.
Nick Castellanos experienced the complete roller coaster of Philadelphia sports, ending with being the hero in Game 2 of the NLDS.
Cissy Houston performed alongside superstar musicians like Elvis Presley and Aretha Franklin.
The mother of Sean "Diddy" Combs released a statement Sunday defending her son against the federal charges and multiple allegations of sexual misconduct he is currently facing.
Christopher Ciccone spent most of his life in Madonna's shadow - as her back-up dancer, personal assistant, dresser, decorator, art director and tour director.
Keanu Reeves finished 25th in the Toyota GR Cup at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
Looking for a scare? Spooky season has officially commenced in the Philadelphia area and this weekend comes bearing thrills and chills.
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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.
Hurricane Milton downgraded to a Category 4 but is expected to restrengthen to a Category 5 as it travels over very warm water in the Gulf of Mexico. NEXT Weather Meteorologist Kate Bilo is tracking the storm and has the latest forecast for the Philadelphia region here.
Florida is bracing for a direct hit from Hurricane Milton, a major Category 4 storm. For the second time in two weeks, PECO workers are deploying to Florida to help restore power and service to customers after the storm hits. CBS News Philadelphia reporter Howard Monroe has the latest from Delaware County.
Philadelphia Police said Detective Christopher Sweeney is on administrative leave after he shot and killed Robert Jones in Northeast Philadelphia last week. Investigators said the shooting happened after Sweeney and Jones were stopped near Willits Road and Holme Avenue, and Jones got out of his car and approached Sweeney's personal vehicle.
After supporting more than 10,000 families during their cancer battles, Pennsylvania nonprofit Bringing Hope Home is ready to help even more people with their annual Ella Bella fashion show fundraiser.
As the Phillies continue their postseason run, Kay Kay's bakery in South Philadelphia is whipping up cookies and cupcakes to celebrate Red October.