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Filming for the movie "Hershey," following the rise of the iconic chocolate empire, is taking place in Pittsburgh with the help from the Hershey company.
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Filming for the movie "Hershey," following the rise of the iconic chocolate empire, is taking place in Pittsburgh with the help from the Hershey company.
Gov. Josh Shapiro's administration on Friday announced a $224,000 investment in agriculture grants that would reimburse nonprofits up to half their costs for projects that boost sales and exports of Pennsylvania agricultural products. The announcement was made at Waltz Estate Winery and Family Farm in Manheim, Lancaster County.
An early morning rowhome fire that left three people dead was, according to police, intentionally set. Flames tore through the home on the 2500 block of Corlees Street in Strawberry Mansion. The family of the victims identified them as Ashley Thompson, who was seven months pregnant, and her two children, 6-year-old Assad and 4-year-old Alaya.
A West Philly community came together to remember a 16-year-old boy who was shot and killed early Thursday morning. His family says he just celebrated his birthday and went to his prom. Kerri Corrado talked with family members about their message to the person who did this.
Mayor of Philadelphia, Cherelle Parker, joined the community as they splashed into summer at Hunting Park Pool.
Philadelphia police said three people died in a fire at a Strawberry Mansion rowhome on Corlies Street Friday morning.
Thousands are expected to pack the parkway for the "No Kings" protest. Organizers said they believe Philadelphia's demonstration will be among the largest in the country.
Thousands of people are expected to pack the parkway for the “No Kings” protest in less than 24 hours. Some businesses have decided to close in anticipation of the thousands of protesters expected. The New Balance store at 16th and Walnut confirms they boarded up windows as a precaution and will be closed on Saturday. Josh Sanders reports.
A house fire in Philadelphia's Strawberry Mansion neighborhood killed a pregnant woman and her two children Friday morning.
Park rangers in Chester County, Pennsylvania, found an invasive snakehead fish in the Schuylkill River this week.
After an invasive northern snakehead fish was found in the Schuylkill River in Phoenixville, Pennsylvania, officials are spreading awareness to fishers about what they have to do: kill snakeheads on sight.
Carson DeMartini is quickly ascending the Phillies' minor-league system, following the footsteps of other promising prospects.
The budget includes investments of more than $26 million to fund critical infrstructure and $30 million for anti-violence grants.
An adult and two children were killed and another adult and child were taken to a hospital after a fire broke out at a home in Philadelphia's Strawberry Mansion neighborhood on Friday morning. Brandon Goldner reports.
Philadelphia's "No Kings" protest will be one of the largest in the nation, organizers say. Jan Carabeo walks through how the city is preparing for a crowd of potentially tens of thousands of people speaking out against the Trump administration on the same day of the president's scheduled military parade on Saturday, June 14.
It will be a bit cooler on Friday in the mid to upper 80s in the Philadelphia region with increasing clouds and a chance of isolated storms.
Philadelphia is among five Democratic-led cities where President Trump is preparing to send ICE tactical teams ahead of nationwide protests.
Crews responded to Wyalusing Avenue and North 52nd Street just after 3 a.m. for reports of a crash Friday morning.
Organizers believe the Philadelphia demonstration will be one of the largest in the nation. They said the city could see between 60,000 and 80,000 people rally against the Trump administration's deportation efforts and the military parade scheduled in Washington, D.C.
Members of Philadelphia's largest municipal union said they're prepared to strike at the end of the month if they don't get a contract extension from the city. District Council 33 spoke out after its members voted to authorize a strike. The union, representing more than 9,000 public sector employees in Philadelphia, said it's been negotiating with the city for months.
Police are investigating after a teenager was shot and killed in West Philadelphia. The shooting happened around 1:30 a.m. on the 4100 block of Lancaster Avenue. The family identified the victim as 16-year-old Izir Williams.
A person has died after police said he fell from a train on SEPTA's Broad Street Line. It happened just before 5:30 a.m. at the Fern Rock Station. Philadelphia police said a 68-year-old man was crossing between train cars when the train started to move. They say the man slipped and fell. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
Just in time for summer, the city of Philadelphia will begin to open its outdoor public pools. The openings will start on a rolling basis, starting June 13 with the Hunting Park Pool.
Huge crowds are expected in Philadelphia and cities across the U.S. on Saturday as part of the "No Kings Day" protest.
It’s a scam you’re probably not prepared for: You receive an incoming call that your cellphone says is from a family member, but it turns out to be someone threatening your loved one and demanding money. Investigative reporter Liz Crawford shares tips for staying safe.
After an unseasonably cold Saturday, warmer temperatures will return to the Philadelphia area next week.
Parts of Ocean City and Strathmere are due for a beach replenishment project, but there's no timeline and uncertainty over federal funding.
A South Jersey basketball coach has been developing the next generation of basketball players for over half a century.
Eight people were hospitalized after a March 4 explosion at Savita Naturals in Logan Township, New Jersey.
Tacony Academy Charter High School junior Jaheim Warner helped save a woman who appeared to be having a seizure in her truck.
After an unseasonably cold Saturday, warmer temperatures will return to the Philadelphia area next week.
Parts of Ocean City and Strathmere are due for a beach replenishment project, but there's no timeline and uncertainty over federal funding.
A South Jersey basketball coach has been developing the next generation of basketball players for over half a century.
Eight people were hospitalized after a March 4 explosion at Savita Naturals in Logan Township, New Jersey.
Tacony Academy Charter High School junior Jaheim Warner helped save a woman who appeared to be having a seizure in her truck.
Tacony Academy Charter High School junior Jaheim Warner helped save a woman who appeared to be having a seizure in her truck.
A 15-year-old boy was found shot multiple times in North Philadelphia on Friday afternoon, police said.
After a long winter, many speed cushions in Philadelphia are in dire need of repair, and some have even damaged car tires.
Gov. Josh Shapiro signed a bill into law allowing Philadelphia bars to stay open until 4 a.m. for about a month this summer.
Starting Sunday, bus service will replace trains between Bridgeport Station and Norristown Transit Center until May 9.
Parts of Ocean City and Strathmere are due for a beach replenishment project, but there's no timeline and uncertainty over federal funding.
A South Jersey basketball coach has been developing the next generation of basketball players for over half a century.
Eight people were hospitalized after a March 4 explosion at Savita Naturals in Logan Township, New Jersey.
About 35% of adults in a recent study reported getting less sleep than they needed, a habit that can have serious health impacts.
Strathmere has been one of the hardest hit Jersey Shore towns by erosion, and it remains under a local state of emergency.
TSA officer and union representative LaShanda Palmer says several members are missing car payments and struggling to care for their families.
Two people were killed and two others were wounded in a shooting in Wilmington Tuesday afternoon, police said.
A 17-year-old is in custody and another person is wanted by police in connection with an armed robbery outside the Christiana Mall in Newark, Delaware.
Three people died in a car crash involving a drunk driver early Saturday morning in Wilmington, Delaware, police say.
An EF-1 tornado touched down in Kent County, Delaware, Monday night as severe storms hit the Philadelphia region, the National Weather Service said Tuesday.
About 35% of adults in a recent study reported getting less sleep than they needed, a habit that can have serious health impacts.
The Philadelphia Phillies play regular-season baseball next week. Before then: a race around Citizens Bank Park.
A popular national brand has joined a Philadelphia kidney patient and advocate to raise awareness and save lives.
Earl Jones is thriving after receiving a heart transplant at Temple University Hospital decades ago.
After years of being misdiagnosed, Mary Schneider is raising awareness about narcolepsy and other sleep disorders.
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.
Former Sheetz president and CEO Steve Sheetz has died at age 77, the Altoona-based company announced on Monday.
After a long winter, many speed cushions in Philadelphia are in dire need of repair, and some have even damaged car tires.
Starting Sunday, bus service will replace trains between Bridgeport Station and Norristown Transit Center until May 9.
SEPTA will roll out a special addition to select bus stops this spring: real-time digital displays showing you when your bus will arrive.
One week after the United States celebrates its 250th anniversary, the Benjamin Franklin Bridge will close to car traffic to commemorate its 100th anniversary.
After 20 years of planning and six years of construction, a reimagined Ardmore train station is back open.
A South Jersey basketball coach has been developing the next generation of basketball players for over half a century.
Alex Bump and Sean Couturier scored in the first three minutes of the game and the Philadelphia Flyers used the fast start to cruise to a 5-1 win over the Chicago Blackhawks.
Justin Crawford lined the first pitch he ever saw in the major leagues straight up the middle to get his first career hit out of the way in a matter of seconds.
Philadelphia Phillies third baseman Alec Bohm is suing his parents for millions of dollars.
Kyle Schwarber and Alec Bohm both went yard, and Cristopher Sánchez struck out 10 batters as the Philadelphia Phillies beat the Texas Rangers, 5-3, on Opening Day.
Chuck Norris' family said his death at 86 was sudden, but did not share any details on the cause.
Law enforcement sources told CBS News that additional images were obtained from surveillance cameras installed at Guthrie's Tucson home, but they showed nothing suspicious.
Michael B. Jordan's best actor win at Sunday night's Academy Awards resonated at his alma mater, Arts High School in Newark.
A West Philadelphia hip-hop artist is using his music to inspire others and bring people together.
"One Battle After Another" took home several big awards, including Best Picture, Best Director and the newly created Best Casting.
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.
A new app called "Access Philly" is designed to help residents, community groups and businesses be prepared for Philadelphia's 250 celebrations.
A high school basketball coach in New Jersey has been making a difference and working hard to develop the next generation of ballers for over half a century. CBS News Philadelphia's Krystle Rich reports.
CBS News Philadelphia New Jersey reporter Ryan Hughes has the details on the effort to get beaches at the Jersey Shore ready for the summer.
Body camera video shows the moments first responders rushed to the rescue after an explosion at an industrial facility in Logan Township, New Jersey, earlier this month.
Bars and restaurants in Philadelphia can stay open two hours later than normal this summer as the city hosts a slew of America 250 events, FIFA World Cup matches and MLB All-Star Game festivities.