Philly celebrating '52 Weeks of Firsts' all 2026 as U.S. turns 250
Officials revealed the full list of 52 Weeks of Firsts for 2026 as Philly prepares to celebrate America's semiquincentennial.
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Officials revealed the full list of 52 Weeks of Firsts for 2026 as Philly prepares to celebrate America's semiquincentennial.
A Delaware County couple's private love letters took an unexpected detour, and it's all because of a book they donated to a free little library. CBS News Philadelphia reporter Madeleine Wright reports.
From the nation's first hot air balloon flight to the first hospital and first cheesesteak to the first pencil with an attached eraser, Philadelphia will celebrate the innovations that make the city unique in the American story as part of the country's 250th anniversary celebrations in 2026.
Some fans have been camping out for days ahead of Thursday night’s Billie Eilish concert. This is a video from this morning down at Xfinity Mobile Arena. All the fans were wrapped in blankets and lined up around part of the building. Eilish's Hit Me Hard and Soft tour stops in Philly. Some people have been in line since Tuesday morning. The show is completely sold out.
Injuries have impacted Eagles left guard Landon Dickerson's play in 2025, but just how injured is the Pro Bowl O-lineman?
Kada Scott, the woman found dead at an abandoned Philadelphia school after being reported missing, was killed by a gunshot wound to her head, a spokesperson for the city medical examiner's office confirmed Thursday. CBS News Philadelphia Chief Investigative Reporter Joe Holden reports.
People in Pennsylvania are being alerted to a new scam targeting those who receive SNAP benefits.
Court documents that detail what surveillance video shows about the investigation into Kada Scott's death also say accused killer Keon King may have been working with more than once accomplice. Brandon Goldner breaks it down.
Thursday in the Philadelphia region will be mostly sunny and cool with a high of 63 degrees, and colder weather is on the way.
Wawa is recalling three bottled drinks: whole milk, strawberry lemonade and lowfat strawberry milk sold in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware and Maryland over possible foreign object contamination.
Philadelphia leaders and residents packed a town hall in East Germantown Wednesday to discuss safety issues in the wake of the disappearance and death of Kada Scott.
A shooting in Chester, Delaware County, has left one man dead and another injured Wednesday night, police said.
The discovery of 23-year-old Kada Scott's body near the grounds of a long-abandoned middle school in East Germantown is reigniting community outrage and putting new pressure on the School District of Philadelphia.
Easton-based Crayola is crowning the winner of the world's most coveted colors. The company surveyed over 180 countries, breaking down top colors by location, generation, and state. In Pennsylvania, the favorites are cerulean, robin's egg blue and a stunning shade of wild strawberry. Across the river in New Jersey, various shades of blue top the list. One of Delaware's top three colors differs from all the other states.
While their daughter underwent surgery at CHOP, a Connecticut family found hope at the Philadelphia Ronald McDonald House. Ray Strickland reports.
Geno's Steaks is going from South Philly to south of the Mason-Dixon line. A new location is set to open in the city of Hampton. That's about 35 miles from Virginia Beach. The VA Geno's will have a full bar, arcade games and waterfront views. You may remember it as the home of Sixers legend Allen Iverson. No word on the opening date, but the posting said it will happen very soon.
Chester firefighters were training, but they're not battling flames. Instead, they were simulating rescues where every second counts.
The distressed fox has been spotted in Broomall and Havertown, GoodBoy Dog Recovery said.
A Delaware County nonprofit is asking for residents' help to save a fox with a plastic tube stuck around its neck.
Chester firefighters were training, but they’re not battling flames. Instead, they were on the Delaware River, simulating rescues where every second counts. Madeleine Wright goes on a journey.
The person struck was taken to the hospital by a medical helicopter with serious injuries, according to Montgomery County emergency officials.
Philadelphia preschools could be forced to shut down because of delays in state funding.
A person was struck by a vehicle on the Pennsylvania Turnpike in Fort Washington, Montgomery County, emergency officials said.
With state funding delayed because of the Pennsylvania budget impasse, two Philadelphia preschool owners say they could be forced to close or scale back their programs.
Al-Ashraf Khalil and Isaam Jaghama, convicted of setting fire to a North Philadelphia pizza shop in 2022, ultimately leading to the death of a Philadelphia firefighter, will each spend decades in prison, a federal judge ruled Wednesday. CBS News Philadelphia's Dan Snyder reports.
Residents in Philadelphia's Nicetown neighborhood are coming together to mark one year since a gas explosion killed one woman and injured two other people.
Tony Maglione, who is blind, says American Airlines had effectively "forgotten" him after his flight was canceled in Philadelphia.
The Supreme Court on Monday ruled that states can count mail ballots that are cast by Election Day but arrive later, rejecting a GOP challenge to a Mississippi law.
Multiple first responders are at the scene of a house explosion on Highview Road in Bucks County, Pennsylvania.
A unanimous federal jury found that a preponderance of evidence supported Carroll's claim that Mr. Trump sexually abused her.
Multiple first responders are at the scene of a house explosion on Highview Road in Bucks County, Pennsylvania.
Residents in Philadelphia's Nicetown neighborhood are coming together to mark one year since a gas explosion killed one woman and injured two other people.
Tony Maglione, who is blind, says American Airlines had effectively "forgotten" him after his flight was canceled in Philadelphia.
The Supreme Court on Monday ruled that states can count mail ballots that are cast by Election Day but arrive later, rejecting a GOP challenge to a Mississippi law.
A dangerous heat wave arrives in Philadelphia and the surrounding suburbs this week, where each day temps could surpass 100 degrees.
Residents in Philadelphia's Nicetown neighborhood are coming together to mark one year since a gas explosion killed one woman and injured two other people.
Tony Maglione, who is blind, says American Airlines had effectively "forgotten" him after his flight was canceled in Philadelphia.
Multiple first responders are at the scene of a house explosion on Highview Road in Bucks County, Pennsylvania.
Greater Goods, a free grocery store in Philadelphia's Kensington neighborhood, is partnering with ACME as part of its "Nourish the American Dream" campaign to raise $25,000.
Thousands gathered on Independence Mall Sunday evening for Gospel on Independence before severe weather brought the event to an abrupt end.
A car went up in flames after crashing into a building along NJ 47/Delsea Drive in Vineland, New Jersey, around 1 a.m. Monday.
Aiden Logrande, 19, was arrested in connection with two vehicle arsons and multiple acts of criminal mischief in Washington Township, police said.
Police said a girl was shot and two boys were hit by a car after shots were fired outside a graduation party in Deerfield Township, Cumberland County.
Table to Table is on a mission to make sure nothing goes to waste at 2026 FIFA Men's World Cup celebrations in New Jersey.
A major procedural hurdle has been cleared for the future of the shuttered Wonderland Pier amusement park in Ocean City, New Jersey.
Delaware Sen. Chris Coons was injured in a crash that involved several vehicles in Sussex County Sunday afternoon, he announced on social media.
Police say a 19-year-old pointed a gun at a crowd and then fled from police, and an officer shot him during a foot pursuit.
Prosecutors allege John Wallace-Bey got into an argument with two co-workers, left work and later came back and shot them.
A man from New Jersey was charged after he allegedly hit and killed two teen pedestrians in Townsend, Delaware, over the weekend.
A 66-year-old woman who was riding an e-bike in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, died in a crash Saturday morning, state police said.
At Jefferson Moss-Magee Rehabilitation Center, dogs are being used to help aphasia patients.
Janaylon Wright's cancer symptoms were overlooked for months. Her story, featured in a new report, reflects broader disparities in cancer care.
Vets emphasize that marijuana edibles often contain other highly poisonous ingredients like chocolate or artificial sweeteners, which can worsen the toxicity for dogs.
New research from Rutgers University says there could be a new connection between popular diet drugs and violent behavior.
Josie Selke was diagnosed with a rare pediatric leukemia at just 5 months old. But thanks to a grant from the Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation, today she's in remission.
Target is voluntarily recalling two types of baby wipes due to concerns that the products may be contaminated with bacteria that may cause "serious and life-threatening infections," the U.S. Food and Drug Administration said on Friday.
The Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board says it will begin approving the extended-hours permits for Philadelphia businesses within the next week.
Two top-rated and critically acclaimed restaurants in the Philadelphia area are receiving a new honor.
Sportswear brand Mitchell & Ness is opening a new three-story flagship store in Center City Philadelphia.
Caesars Entertainment is being acquired for almost $6 billion by Fertitta, the company that owns Las Vegas' Golden Nugget and chains like Rainforest Cafe and Morton's.
Three men died in a plane crash in Maryland Saturday night, police said.
Organizers say they want the FIFA Fan Festival in Philadelphia to be "soccer Coachella" for fans from around the world.
SEPTA and its police union have tentatively agreed to a new contract, averting a strike during a busy summer in Philadelphia.
Traffic is backed up on I-95 North in Philadelphia because of a crash near East Allegheny Avenue.
SEPTA says it's making improvements to the train station in the South Philadelphia Sports Complex.
Kyle Schwarber became the first major leaguer to reach 30 homers this season with a two-run shot in the seventh inning that sent the Phillies to a 5-4 win over the Mets on Sunday.
Fans from Ghana and Croatia keep the festivities going in Philadelphia, with one World Cup match left before the city's monthlong celebration ends.
The New York Mets defeated the Philadelphia Phillies 6-2 on Saturday to stop their seven-game losing streak.
Croatia has earned a spot in the World Cup knockout round by defeating Ghana on Saturday.
The Philadelphia Phillies beat the reeling New York Mets 2-1 on Friday night.
There appear to be new clues about the location of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding.
Clive Davis helped shape the careers of music stars including Janis Joplin, Bruce Springsteen and Whitney Houston.
Over 80 costumes by award-winning costume designer Ruth E. Carter are on display at the African American Museum in Philadelphia.
Brazilian fans visiting Philadelphia for the World Cup are avoiding dressing the Rocky statue in their team colors.
"The Sound of America," an original production set to world-premiere July 1 at FringeArts, reimagines Benjamin Franklin's life as a rock-and-roll spectacle.
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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.
A blind man traveling through Philadelphia International Airport says he was effectively "forgotten" by airline staff after his flight was canceled.
June 29, 2026 marks one year since a gas explosion destroyed and damaged multiple rowhomes in Philadelphia's Nicetown neighborhood. CBS News Philadelphia's Brandon Goldner spoke with neighbors in the area about the tragedy continues to impact their lives even 365 days later.
As dangerous heat is set to impact a busy week in Philadelphia, numerous events celebrating the Fourth of July and America's 250th birthday are getting underway.
Chopper 3 was over the home on Highview Road in Sellersville where debris was scattered everywhere.
After a warm and sunny Monday, our next heat wave begins Tuesday with temps in the low 90s. After that, the heat and humidity ramps up for three to four days, and the NEXT Weather team says it could feel like 110 degrees at times.