School closings, early dismissals for Monday, March 16, 2026
With the region under a tornado watch through 7 p.m., several school districts have announced closings and early dismissals.
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With the region under a tornado watch through 7 p.m., several school districts have announced closings and early dismissals.
A baby girl died and her mother remains in critical condition after a crash involving a private ambulance in Philadelphia's Frankford neighborhood early Sunday morning. Investigators said the ambulance driver, identified by police sources as the baby's grandfather, ran a red light and crashed into another vehicle.
A West Philadelphia hip-hop artist is using his music to inspire others and bring people together.
Arsin, a self-taught writer, producer and performer from West Philadelphia, is using his music to inspire others and bring people together. Through his music, and his latest album "When the Sun Falls," he hopes to remind people that no matter where they come from, their story matters.
Pope Leo XIV will be honored with the National Constitution Center's 38th Liberty Medal on the eve of the United States' 250th anniversary. The first U.S.-born pope, who attended Villanova University, will deliver an acceptance speech virtually from the Vatican during a public ceremony outside the National Constitution Center on Independence Mall on July 3.
A rowhome fire in West Philadelphia that sent two people to the hospital is under investigation.
Investigators said the ambulance driver ran a red light and crashed into another vehicle with the mother and her baby inside in Frankford. The ambulance driver now faces DUI charges.
ACCT Philly helped get a trapped dog down from a support beam at a SEPTA station in West Philadelphia.
The long-running tradition dates back to 1771, making it older than the United States itself.
CBS News Philadelphia reporter Ray Strickland is reporting from the scene of a serious crash involving an ambulance in Philadelphia's Frankford neighborhood on Sunday.
It will be a pleasant Sunday with mild temperatures in the Delaware Valley before severe storms arrive Monday, the NEXT Weather team says.
A mild, mostly quiet weekend gives way to the possibility of severe storms Monday in the Philadelphia area.
There were more troubles for travelers on Saturday as impacts from the partial government shutdown continue to impact Philadelphia International Airport. Ray Strickland reports.
Irish Taoiseach Micheál Martin is speaking at Villanova University's Center for Irish Studies Saturday, and will appear in the Philadelphia St. Patrick's Day Parade on Sunday.
The Morris Animal Refuge hosts its annual Fur Ball in South Philadelphia, to help homeless pets find new homes. Kerri Corrado reports.
Residents in South Philadelphia say package theft has surged in their neighborhood, and some believe squatters are responsible for the majority of disappearing packages. Ross DiMattei reports.
The Roots Picnic is returning to Philadelphia this summer with a new location and several upgrades after fan complaints following a less-than-ideal 2025 show.
Millions of Americans are living with sleep disorders, which can cause a variety of serious health problems. And while insomnia can be easy to diagnose, other sleep disorders are more complicated. Stephanie Stahl reports.
Toronto illustrator Nneka Myers helped bring to life Jalen Hurts' new children's book, "Better Than A Touchdown." Krystle Rich reports.
Jonathan Gerlach is accused of hoarding more than 100 sets of human remains from graves he robbed.
The preliminary court hearing for a man charged with stealing bones from graves at the Mount Moriah Cemetery was postponed on Friday. Sources say Jonathan Gerlach is expected to face new charges. CBS News Philadelphia reporter Joe Holden has the latest on the case.
As gas prices surge, one crew in Bucks County is making sure you actually get the amount you pay for at the pump. CBS News Philadelphia's Dan Snyder has the story.
The countdown to Philadelphia's 2026 St. Patrick's Day Parade is on — and among the participants will be 10 newly minted members of the Ring of Honor.
The Ministry of Awe on 3rd Street in Philadelphia features five floors of art installations, interactive exhibits and more.
The countdown continues to the 2026 Philadelphia St. Patrick's Day Parade. Members of the Ring of Honor will be amongst those marching and reporter Joe Holden caught up with some of this year's inductees.
A fire broke out Wednesday morning on the 300 block of Hewitt Street in Trenton, New Jersey.
Wednesday will be another beautiful late August day with dew points in the mid-50s and low 60s, so humidity will be nice and low.
Glenn Pysher was trying to find his friends when he accidentally knocked on the door of the wrong house. The homeowners called 911 to report an attempted break-in.
U.S. Marshals say 22-year-old Zymire Hughes was arrested Tuesday night in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Interactive exhibits and some artifacts dating back more than 100 years help detail the transformation of the Mother African Union Church.
U.S. Marshals say 22-year-old Zymire Hughes was arrested Tuesday night in Las Vegas, Nevada.
A fire broke out Wednesday morning on the 300 block of Hewitt Street in Trenton, New Jersey.
Wednesday will be another beautiful late August day with dew points in the mid-50s and low 60s, so humidity will be nice and low.
Pennsylvania has recorded its first two deaths connected to measles in 35 years.
Glenn Pysher was trying to find his friends when he accidentally knocked on the door of the wrong house. The homeowners called 911 to report an attempted break-in.
Wednesday will be another beautiful late August day with dew points in the mid-50s and low 60s, so humidity will be nice and low.
U.S. Marshals say 22-year-old Zymire Hughes was arrested Tuesday night in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Bats may be beneficial to the environment, but health officials are urging residents to take encounters seriously. Here's why.
Pottstown Councilmember Andrew Monastra is urging the borough manager to find a quick solution for installing banners honoring veterans of color.
Police say Ionut Adrian Oprea and another man targeted EBT users in a card skimming scam in Bristol Borough, Pennsylvania.
A fire broke out Wednesday morning on the 300 block of Hewitt Street in Trenton, New Jersey.
Wednesday will be another beautiful late August day with dew points in the mid-50s and low 60s, so humidity will be nice and low.
Tuesday will be another beautiful day in the Philadelphia region with sunshine, low humidity and highs near 82 degrees.
The search has ended for a Burlington County, New Jersey, woman who saved a young girl's life Monday afternoon.
Spectacular start to the work week with low humidity, bright sunshine, and comfortable highs in the low 80s.
Wednesday will be another beautiful late August day with dew points in the mid-50s and low 60s, so humidity will be nice and low.
Interactive exhibits and some artifacts dating back more than 100 years help detail the transformation of the Mother African Union Church.
Tuesday will be another beautiful day in the Philadelphia region with sunshine, low humidity and highs near 82 degrees.
A man was arrested after allegedly crashing his car into a pub in Newark, Delaware, while allegedly driving drunk earlier this month, police said.
Spectacular start to the work week with low humidity, bright sunshine, and comfortable highs in the low 80s.
Pennsylvania has recorded its first two deaths connected to measles in 35 years.
The trial at Temple's Fox Chase Cancer Center is testing the experimental treatment in patients with myelofibrosis who aren't responding to traditional therapies.
Parents should start preparing their children now to adjust to a school schedule, according to one sleep expert.
A Chester County teenager is getting ready to go back to school after recovering from a special kind of brain surgery.
An experimental treatment being tested in Philadelphia could offer new hope for people with ALS.
New Jersey floral designer Alisha Simone Bell said she puts her "whole heart" into every arrangement and every detail.
On Tuesday, Pennsylvania took a major step in the fight against the negative impacts of social media, particularly on children.
Thieves are smashing windows and targeting trading card stores looking for valuable Pokémon cards, police in South Jersey say.
Customers lined up to support Somerdale Cold Cuts as it reopened after a copper theft.
While some assume landlords are required to provide air conditioning, the law is not nearly as clear-cut as it is for heat in the winter
Beginning Sunday, several bus routes in Philadelphia are changing, including the addition of two new routes.
A deadly crash in Warminster is under investigation Sunday, police said.
PennDOT is advising drivers about an overnight closure on the Schuylkill Expressway westbound in West Philadelphia between 30th Street and the interchange with I-676 East.
Pennsylvania State Police are investigating two crashes, one of which was fatal, that happened hours apart on I-95 and I-76 in Philadelphia.
An overturned tractor trailer blocked traffic on the southbound lanes of Route 55 after a crash early Monday morning in Gloucester County, New Jersey.
Powered by three Cal Raleigh homers, the Seattle Mariners snapped Philadelphia's season-best nine-game winning streak Monday night.
While East Side's Little League World Series run ended Monday, the West Chester community says the kids "already won."
Kyle Schwarber's MLB-leading 39th homer of the season was a two-run moonshot to lift Phillies from a four-run deficit and beat the St. Louis Cardinals Sunday.
Patriots' backup quarterback Tommy DeVito tossed a 69-yard touchdown pass to Kyle Williams and New England beat Philadelphia 24-21 in a preseason game.
West Chester's East Side Little League team lost its first game in Williamsport but will get another chance to play.
Kids in eligible zip codes in Philadelphia receive free books every month through Dolly Parton's Imagination Library.
Dolly Parton became an icon over her six-decade career as a Grammy-winning singer-songwriter, movie and TV star and theme park owner who donated millions to help others.
Hayden Panettiere, who starred in "Remember the Titans" as a child actor and rose to fame in the series "Heroes," has died at the age of 36. The coroner's office says she was found in cardiac arrest.
Emily Mello is joining Mural Arts Philadelphia and will replace Jane Golden, who is leaving after more than 40 years with the organization.
The Philadelphia theater program created for Black girls returns with an original production exploring identity, immigration and the stories often left untold.
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.
Humidity surges back on Thursday and periods of showers and storms will move through the Philadelphia region. NEXT Weather Meteorologist Kate Bilo has the latest forecast.
Wednesday will be another beautiful late August day with dew points in the mid-50s and low 60s, so humidity will be nice and low. CBS News Philadelphia Chief Meteorologist Bill Kelly has the weather forecast.
Tuesday night felt like a game day at the Linc, but it was only practice. CBS News Philadelphia's Kerri Corrado reports from the Eagles' open practice at Lincoln Financial Field.
As fans mourn Dolly Parton, two longtime Philadelphia radio personalities are remembering the country music icon for an influence that stretched far beyond her songs. CBS News Philadelphia's Eva Andersen reports.
A man accused of terrorizing at least a half dozen people while wearing a Chucky-style mask near Philadelphia City Hall earlier this month was arrested in Las Vegas, authorities said Tuesday.