Phoenixville, Pennsylvania gearing up for another Blobfest Weekend
The setting of horror classic "The Blob," Phoenixville is once again gearing up for Blobfest Weekend, celebrating the 1958 film and other greats.
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The setting of horror classic "The Blob," Phoenixville is once again gearing up for Blobfest Weekend, celebrating the 1958 film and other greats.
Concerned residents gathered at a community center in Philadelphia's Grays Ferry neighborhood following Monday's mass shooting on South Etting Street that left three dead and nine others injured.
AFSCME District Council 33 President Greg Boulware said the union is set to vote on that tentative agreement early next week.
Six people were saved from their cars during water rescues in Chadds Ford, Pennsylvania, on Wednesday night.
The murals on Front Street between Oxford and Columbia avenues represent the people of Philadelphia.
State Sen. Sharif Street introduced a bill on Thursday that would legalize cannabis for adults 21 and older.
Justin Mohn, 33, is accused of killing his father and posting video of his severed head online.
AFSCME District Council 33 President Greg Boulware said the union is set to vote on that tentative agreement early next week.
It’s not hard to find a smoke shop these days. Many sell e-cigarettes, vape products, cigars and nitrous oxide, also known as whippets. That’s why a concerned father reached out to CBS News Philadelphia after his son became addicted to whippets. He wants to know how it’s legal to sell the drug in smoke shops. Liz Crawford reports on the possible loophole in the law.
Flood waters are subsiding after Wednesday's rain, but there are more storm chances in the Philly region on Thursday.
While we track more heavy rain, storms triggered flooding in parts of Delaware and Chester counties. Madeleine Wright reports the dangerous conditions in Chadds Ford and how first responders sprang into action.
Maurice Hill was accused of shooting six Philly police officers during a 2019 standoff at a home in the Nicetown-Tioga section of the city.
Early Thursday morning, emergency response agencies in the area reported being aware of the odor and were investigating the matter. Turns out the smell was coming from the refinery in Trainer, Pennsylvania.
A man convicted of shooting six officers during an hours-long standoff in Philly's Nicetown-Tioga section was sentenced to 120 to 240 years in prison. Maurice Hill fired a gun and shot officers who were serving a narcotics warrant in 2019. He then barricaded himself inside a home with a handgun and AR-15 rifle, leading to a standoff. Hill's case concluded in May with jurors finding him guilty of attempted murder, aggravated assault and assault on an officer.
Thousands of District Council 33 workers are back on the job for the second day. Now that the strike is over, city services like pools and public libraries are slowly returning to normal.
On Wednesday evening, the Phillie Phanatic surprised dozens of children and families at Uncle Dave's Ice Cream in Yardley.
On Wednesday evening, the Phanatic surprised dozens of children and families at Uncle Dave's Ice Cream in Yardley.
Chandler Lutz has more on what's trending on social media from a viral video of an officer saving children from a hot car and another viral video of a bath time showtime.
Many city services are still coming back online a day after a deal was reached to end AFSCME DC 33's strike. Jan Carabeo reports.
The flash flood warnings have expired, but on Wednesday night, water quickly pooled on some roads, and drivers needed to be rescued from their cars. Reporter Brandon Goldner is in Chadds Ford, Pennsylvania, where three people had to be rescued.
Severe weather moved through the Philadelphia region on Wednesday night and caused flooding all across the Delaware Valley.
Strong storms moved through the Philadelphia area Wednesday night.
A Pennsylvania man accused of killing and beheading his father testified in his defense.
A landmark diner in Northeast Philadelphia could soon be under new ownership. The Mayfair Diner in the city's Holmesburg neighborhood is officially for sale, according to a recent listing. The iconic 1950's style diner on Frankford Avenue has been feeding customers since 1932 and was even visited by Presidents Clinton and Obama during their campaigns.
A woman continues to fight for her life after she was shot in North Philadelphia. The shooting happened just after 2:30 a.m. Wednesday on North 19th Street near Monument Street. The woman was shot at least twice and is in critical condition at the hospital. A car at the scene had bullet holes on the driver side window. Police have not made any arrests in the shooting.
A man from New Jersey died after a crash on the Atlantic City Expressway in Hamilton Township Saturday night, police say.
Police in Philadelphia are investigating two fatal crashes that happened Saturday in the city.
Sunday is a nice summer day in Philadelphia, but the NEXT Weather team is tracking storms on Monday.
Kyle Schwarber homered three times and Bryce Harper hit for the cycle as the Phillies routed the Mets 15-3 in Philadelphia.
Several fire companies from surrounding area of Barnegat Township responded to a fast moving fire at Sun Retreat RV Park on Saturday morning
A man from New Jersey died after a crash on the Atlantic City Expressway in Hamilton Township Saturday night, police say.
Police in Philadelphia are investigating two fatal crashes that happened Saturday in the city.
Sunday is a nice summer day in Philadelphia, but the NEXT Weather team is tracking storms on Monday.
Organizers say they want the FIFA Fan Festival in Philadelphia to be "soccer Coachella" for fans from around the world.
Kyle Schwarber homered three times and Bryce Harper hit for the cycle as the Phillies routed the Mets 15-3 in Philadelphia.
Police in Philadelphia are investigating two fatal crashes that happened Saturday in the city.
A rideshare driver waiting to pick up a passenger was shot in an attempted robbery Saturday in Philadelphia's Fairmount neighborhood.
Dozens gathered in Philadelphia's Old City neighborhood to not only celebrate Juneteenth but also its history.
Ahead of Haiti's first Men's World Cup match in five decades, fans in Philadelphia say Friday is a moment to show their pride.
The third Philadelphia police officer injured in a shooting in the Wynnefield section of the city this week was released from the hospital.
A man from New Jersey died after a crash on the Atlantic City Expressway in Hamilton Township Saturday night, police say.
After 99 years of educating students in Camden, Holy Name School has officially closed its doors.
This year, the Barefoot Country Music Fest in Wildwood is also celebrating America's 250th birthday.
New research from Rutgers University says there could be a new connection between popular diet drugs and violent behavior.
Sgt. Christian Ivanov was shot while serving a search warrant in Atlantic City earlier this month.
Every year, the August Quarterly Festival Choir lifts so many spirits at the oldest Black religious gathering in the country.
With the MLB All-Star Week coming to Philly next month, two HBCU standouts will have a chance to showcase their talents on a national stage.
This year's August Quarterly Festival comes on the heels of a devastating fire at Mother African Union Church in Wilmington.
New surveillance video shows the arrest of the ChristianaCare employee accused of shooting two coworkers inside Wilmington Hospital Tuesday.
Staff members at Wilmington Hospital in Delaware remain shaken up one day after an employee shot two coworkers, killing one.
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.
Alex Scott's wish was that her lemonade stands could help raise money to find cancer treatments and cures, and that's what's happening.
Cooper's LGBTQ+ clinic in Collingswood, New Jersey, is empowering the community to get the best inclusive healthcare possible.
Dr. Peter Stafford was working with a missionary group in the Congo when he came down with the virus last month.
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.
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.
A new website helps visitors and residents check traffic conditions before heading to events in Philadelphia this summer.
Kyle Schwarber homered three times and Bryce Harper hit for the cycle as the Phillies routed the Mets 15-3 in Philadelphia.
Vinícius Júnior showed why he's the most valuable player for five-time World Cup champion Brazil.
In front of a roaring Seattle crowd, the U.S. men's soccer team on Friday defeated Australia in its second World Cup match, clinching a spot in the Round of 32 in the process.
Ahead of Haiti's first Men's World Cup match in five decades, fans in Philadelphia say Friday is a moment to show their pride.
Organizers say they want the FIFA Fan Festival in Philadelphia to be "soccer Coachella" for fans from around the world.
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.
Taylor Swift became the youngest woman ever inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame Thursday night, at the age of 36.
Taylor Swift attended Game 4 of the NBA Finals between the Knicks and Spurs at Madison Square Garden on Wednesday.
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.
Music, Black-owned small businesses and history got to be in the spotlight Saturday at the Juneteenth Festival on Germantown Avenue.
Philadelphia police are investigating two fatal crashes that happened on Saturday in the city. An e-bike rider and a pedestrian were struck and killed in separate incidents, according to police. Drivers in both cases remained at the scenes.
An investigation is underway after a fire destroyed five RVs at a park near the Jersey Shore over the weekend, fire officials say.
A driver for Uber is expected to be OK after she was shot in the Brewerytown section of Philadelphia early Saturday morning, not far from the FIFA Fan Festival at Lemon Hill, police said. Reporter Ray Strickland has the story.
A new mural in Philadelphia honors legendary CBS News journalist Ed Bradley. Another mural honoring the Philadelphia native was blocked by new construction.