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Fare evasion has become a costly problem for SEPTA as the transportation agency faces a $213 million budget shortfall.
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Fare evasion has become a costly problem for SEPTA as the transportation agency faces a $213 million budget shortfall.
Hours after protests in Philadelphia and around the country, Lewelyn Dixon, a 64-year-old woman, has been released from ICE custody.
The Fourth of July parade is back on in Whitemarsh Township, weeks after officials said the tradition would be canceled in 2025.
The Whitemarsh Township Fourth of July parade is back on after it was canceled because of security concerns. Residents say they're looking forward to the celebration.
Police in Montgomery County are looking for this rollerblading bandit. Abington police say this man committed an armed robbery at the Lukoil on Old York Road, not far from Willow Grove Mall. Police say he had a handgun and a knife in his waistband. If you have any information, you're being asked to call Abington police.
Mayor Parker got a closer look at Amazon's delivery station in the city. She toured the 140,000 square foot facility in Southwest Philly Thursday morning. It handles up to 25,000 packages a day and is the last stop for packages delivered to Delaware County, Philadelphia and parts of Montgomery County.
Philly's music scene was celebrated in City Council. A new declaration names Philadelphia as America's Original Music City. There were cheers as speakers urged councilmembers to vote yes. The unofficial designation not only highlights the city's important music history, such as the “Philly Soul” sound.
CBS News Philadelphia rode along a SEPTA bus to get a behind-the-scenes look at its fare evasion task force.
Penn Medicine said it will no longer provide gender-affirming surgery to patients under the age of 19. This is the result of an executive order from President Trump that bars federal funding for gender-affirming care. The therapy helps patients have a body that matches their gender identity and has wide acceptance within the medical community.
Police believe five guns were fired in the incident late Monday night at Lemon Hill in the city's Fairmount Park, Deputy Police Commissioner Frank Vanore told CBS News Philadelphia on Thursday.
A prisoner was recaptured and taken into custody after briefly escaping from the Delaware County Courthouse in Media, Pennsylvania.
Taqwa Wilson was taken back into custody on 4th and Broomall in Media, Pennsylvania, two hours after escaping police custody.
Bryce Harper missed the Phillies' doubleheader vs. the Braves on Thursday, but manager Rob Thomson said he's feeling better.
Philadelphia police say a gunman robbed Shauna's Restaurant's owner in front of her three children last weekend in Olney. Josh Sanders reports.
Philadelphia police released surveillance footage from an Olney restaurant showing an armed man holding the owner at gunpoint in front of her children and taking money from the cash register. Anyone with information on the masked person's identity should contact police.
Escaped prisoner Taqwa Wilson was recaptured and taken into custody after briefly escaping from the Delaware County Courthouse in Media, Pennsylvania, on Thursday morning. Now authorities will review how Wilson escaped, Madeleine Wright reports.
Friends and people just eager to help showed up at the House of Wiggle Goats in Lansdale, Pennsylvania, after a fire broke out.
After a cold, dreary Wednesday, Thursday in the Philadelphia region will be warmer. Here's the forecast.
Dozens of animals were killed and others were injured after a fire broke out at the House of Wiggle Goats in Lansdale. But the local community is rallying around the rescue, Brandon Goldner reports.
Lines are growing longer outside Greater Goods Grocery Store in Kensington. The community pantry is facing a rising need while bracing for the impact of federal funding cuts, Wakisha Bailey reports.
Officials say the Goodwill Fire Company in Glenolden, Delaware County, is temporarily shut down because it did not have enough trained and certified operators and engineers.
The Fourth of July parade is back on in Whitemarsh Township, weeks after officials said the tradition would be canceled in 2025 due to an "unnecessary risk to the community."
Dr. Damone Jones, a Philadelphia pastor who works with teens involved with the criminal justice system, said he was heartbroken by the mass shooting on Lemon Hill in Fairmount Park on Memorial Day.
Several former Wawas are now up for sale. Three are in South Jersey. Two are in Pennsylvania. The asking price is between a half-million and $800,000. We checked the fine print. The new owners of the old Wawas aren't allowed to use the buildings for anything resembling a convenience store.
The community is helping an animal rescue owner recover after dozens of animals were killed in a barn fire in Montgomery County.
The Philadelphia Wings announced on social media Monday they would be ceasing operations at the end of this season.
The average household spends about $70 a month on streaming services, according to Deloitte. If you're looking to cut back, consumer advocates say start with "streaming spring cleaning."
On this week's Spreading the Love, Wakisha Bailey introduces us to a man who turned his pain into purpose and is now using his voice to lift others.
Energy markets remain volatile as Trump threatens Iran with an invasion to seize its oil while also suggesting a deal could soon end the war.
Police said the shooting happened inside an unauthorized hookah lounge on the bottom floor of the Temple Crossing apartment building that serves as off-campus housing for some Temple students.
The Philadelphia Wings announced on social media Monday they would be ceasing operations at the end of this season.
The average household spends about $70 a month on streaming services, according to Deloitte. If you're looking to cut back, consumer advocates say start with "streaming spring cleaning."
On this week's Spreading the Love, Wakisha Bailey introduces us to a man who turned his pain into purpose and is now using his voice to lift others.
Energy markets remain volatile as Trump threatens Iran with an invasion to seize its oil while also suggesting a deal could soon end the war.
Police said the shooting happened inside an unauthorized hookah lounge on the bottom floor of the Temple Crossing apartment building that serves as off-campus housing for some Temple students.
The Philadelphia Wings announced on social media Monday they would be ceasing operations at the end of this season.
The average household spends about $70 a month on streaming services, according to Deloitte. If you're looking to cut back, consumer advocates say start with "streaming spring cleaning."
On this week's Spreading the Love, Wakisha Bailey introduces us to a man who turned his pain into purpose and is now using his voice to lift others.
Police said the shooting happened inside an unauthorized hookah lounge on the bottom floor of the Temple Crossing apartment building that serves as off-campus housing for some Temple students.
Many people in the Philadelphia region received an emergency alert Sunday night for a dispersal order stemming from a gathering at Bridgeport Speedway.
Many people in the Philadelphia region received an emergency alert Sunday night for a dispersal order stemming from a gathering at Bridgeport Speedway.
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.
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.
The Philadelphia Wings announced on social media Monday they would be ceasing operations at the end of this season.
Trevor Zegras wristed a sharp-angle shot past Casey DeSmith with 1:33 remaining in overtime, leading the hard-charging Philadelphia Flyers to a 2-1 victory over the Dallas Stars.
After being down by as many as 19 on Sunday, Braylon Mullins retrieved a loose ball near midcourt in the waning seconds against Duke and hit a three-pointer from 35 feet away to take the lead.
Bruce Cassidy is out as coach of the Vegas Golden Knights, who fired him Sunday and replaced him with former Philadelphia Flyers head coach John Tortorella.
Brandon Nimmo and Andrew McCutchen both homered to lead the Texas Rangers to an win over the Phillies in Philadelphia.
The price hike raises the cost of the standard plan with ads by $1 per month and the cost of the standard and premium plans by $2.
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.
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.
The Williamstown Fire Department sent one of their ladder trucks to get the skydiver down.
Josh Sidorowicz has the top headlines for the Philadelphia area and Grant Gilmore has the latest forecast for Monday, March 30.
Warmth builds across the Philadelphia region this week, but it comes with an almost daily chance of rain. NEXT Weather meteorologist Grant Gilmore has the forecast to help you plan.
On this week's Spreading the Love, Wakisha Bailey introduces us to a man who turned his pain into purpose and is now using his voice to lift others.
The average household now spends about $70 a month on streaming. So, if you are looking for ways to cut costs, consumer reporter Josh Sidorowicz is In Your Corner with a checklist to help you do some streaming spring cleaning.