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Upper Darby police say they're investigating an alleged altercation between a Drexel Hill Middle School student with autism and a worker.
The scam comes just weeks after the Pennsylvania Turnpike's switch to open road tolling.
A text message scam that first appeared in April has resurfaced claiming drivers owe money for unpaid tolls.
You can expect these temperatures to get even more brutal next week. Nikki DeMentri talked with experts about what you can do now to prevent any damage to your car and your house.
Police in Chester County are being called heroes after body camera video captured them saving two dogs from an icy pond.
TikTok is facing a possible ban in the United States, and Philadelphia-area content creators are bracing for the fallout. Meanwhile, an expert says the app poses a national security risk.
Body cams caught the moment police officers in Easttown Township, Pennsylvania, rescued two dogs from a freezing pond.
A Trenton man is facing homicide charges after police say he shot and killed his girlfriend inside a Bensalem, Pennsylvania hotel room.
The Pennsylvania Horticultural Society offered a sneak peek of the 2025 Philadelphia Flower Show. Here's what to know.
Two decades after watching his dad at the Linc, Jeremiah Trotter Jr. could get the chance to etch his name in Eagles lore.
Thursday will remain chilly in the Philadelphia area with temperatures in the 30s and cold windchills.
The Girl Scouts of Eastern Pennsylvania are launching their 2025 cookie program today, so you'll see cookie booths popping up throughout our communities.
The Department of Environmental Protection is urging radon testing as Pennsylvania is one of the most radon-prone states in the U.S.
REAL ID is the card everyone knows they need, but many keep putting off.
The nonprofit Strike It Strong teaches women self defenses classes and practical techniques to help in keep them safe in any situation. CBS News Philadelphia's Wakisha Bailey stopped by the gym to learn more about the classes and why it's so important for women to feel empowered and take control of their self defense.
In April 2024, 12-year-old Frankie Knowles died after a six-year battle with astrocytoma, a type of brain tumor. But even today, his life continues to offer inspiration.
In April 2024, 12-year-old Frankie Knowles passed away after a six-year battle with astrocytoma, a type of brain tumor. But even after his death, Frankie's life continues to officer inspiration to those who knew and loved him.
Dozens rallied in front of Allentown City Hall Monday afternoon in a show of unity after a small item resembling a noose was found on a city employee's desk Friday.
PATCO is phasing out its Freedom fare cards this summer and shifting to contactless fare payment. Under the new system, riders will be able to tap their credit cards or use Google Pay or Apple Pay to pay their fares. Riders should begin to see this change at the fare gates in June or July. Also, new ticket vending machines will be installed.
Nearly 900 doctors at Jefferson Health have voted to unionize. The resident physicians and fellows are the fourth group of doctors in Pennsylvania to unionize. They are now part of the committee of interns and residents union. Leaders said they plan to secure a fair contract that prioritizes safe patient care and improved training.
A Columbia County, Pennsylvania homeowner is facing an uphill battle to keep a refurbished roller coaster in his backyard. Michael Chorba created the at-home amusement park for his grandkids but it’s been a bumpy ride. He owns the land the coaster sits on but it's zoned as agricultural, violating Mount Pleasant Township's zoning laws.
Jewish and Muslim community leaders in the Philadelphia area share their relief after news of a ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas broke.
Marking a solemn milestone at a Sharon Hill Park. Fanta Bility would have celebrated her 12th birthday today. Fanta was shot and killed in August 2021 by police after gunfire started outside of a high school football game. Nikki DeMentri shows how her family continues to give back to their community and honor her legacy.
Philadelphia leaders on Wednesday celebrated the opening of a new community engagement center in Kensington that will provide health care and services such as tax prep.
A Pennsylvania lawmaker is pushing for a bill giving bank employees more authority to protect cyberfraud victims.
The jackpot is the eighth-largest Powerball prize ever.
The Battleship New Jersey is receiving the largest capital investment since it opened in 2001.
Many retirees are too conservative with their spending, cutting back more than they need to and enjoying retirement less than they could.
Cheltenham school board members say the district is reviewing its safety practices and that football will not return until hazing has been addressed.
Clouds are breaking for sunshine and it'll turn out bright and comfortable on Wednesday in the Philadelphia region.
The jackpot is the eighth-largest Powerball prize ever.
The Battleship New Jersey is receiving the largest capital investment since it opened in 2001.
Seamus Coffey, 8, caught two catfish and a red-bellied piranha at Ridley Park Lake in Delaware County over the weekend.
Many retirees are too conservative with their spending, cutting back more than they need to and enjoying retirement less than they could.
Cheltenham school board members say the district is reviewing its safety practices and that football will not return until hazing has been addressed.
Cheltenham school board members say the district is reviewing its safety practices and that football will not return until hazing has been addressed.
Seamus Coffey, 8, caught two catfish and a red-bellied piranha at Ridley Park Lake in Delaware County over the weekend.
With its family atmosphere, famous snapper soup and cozy dining room, Kelly's became a beloved neighborhood gathering place in Northeast Philadelphia.
Kadafi Fleming, the brother of the suspect charged in the killing of a Penn State student who was wanted in an attempted carjacking of an off-duty Philadelphia police officer, turned himself in to police.
One Philadelphia mom who didn't trust organ donation changed her mind after she watched what happened with her son, "Jimmy Jam."
The Battleship New Jersey is receiving the largest capital investment since it opened in 2001.
A former South Jersey mayor who pleaded guilty to DUI and child endangerment charges is accused of using fake signatures to get her name on the Democratic primary ballot.
New Jersey State Police troopers were called to Trenton City Hall on Tuesday morning to collect evidence for an investigation.
A 36-year-old man was charged with attempted murder after stabbing two people in Egg Harbor Township Sunday morning, police said.
An emergency curfew will go into effect in the city of Trenton Friday night after multiple violent crimes happened in recent months, city officials said.
The shooting drew a large police presence in Wilmington, Delaware, Tuesday morning.
Two teenagers were injured in a stabbing in New Castle County Sunday afternoon, police said.
William Simpler Jr. is charged with fatally shooting Jason Paoletti in a road rage shooting in Delaware.
Electronic speed cameras are now in place along a busy residential road in Delaware.
Two crews from the Delaware Forest Service traveled to assist fire crews in Minnesota working to contain wildfires sparked by lightning.
One Philadelphia mom who didn't trust organ donation changed her mind after she watched what happened with her son, "Jimmy Jam."
An incredible story of luck, bravery and medical expertise after a Glassboro dad gets impaled with a tree branch.
Temple University alum Dr. David Hartman was the first blind person to graduate from an American medical school.
Measles cases have spread to the Lehigh Valley in Pennsylvania, as a big jump in outbreaks is happening in other parts of the state.
The Chick Mission, a nonprofit, rolled into Montgomery County on Monday. It aims to save fertility for young women who have cancer by providing grants.
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
New Jersey is set to charge companies whose workers have Medicaid health coverage.
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.
A major rail injection saw service suspensions and delays after a SEPTA Regional Rail train derailed Wednesday in Philadelphia.
Andre Pallante gave up four hits over six innings, and Everson Pereira homered to help the St. Louis Cardinals beat the Philadelphia Phillies 2-0.
LeBron James will return to Los Angeles on Christmas Day in 2026, and the Sixers will open the season in New York against the Knicks.
Edmundo Sosa drove in three runs and Kyle Schwarber reached base four times as the Philadelphia Phillies beat the St. Louis Cardinals 6-5 on Monday night.
Congress is asking MLB to prohibit promotional deals with betting operators after Phillies star Bryce Harper was featured in a video for a FanDuel VIP reward customer.
Kensington native and MMA legend Eddie Alvarez is thrilled to see UFC 330 come to Philadelphia this weekend.
The Philadelphia theater program created for Black girls returns with an original production exploring identity, immigration and the stories often left untold.
Vincent Pastore played Salvatore "Big Pussy" Bonpensiero on all six seasons of "The Sopranos," which aired from 1999 to 2007.
The Regal movie theater in King of Prussia said its IMAX 70mm projector is working again after an outage that affected screenings of "The Odyssey."
A warmup jacket worn by Wilt Chamberlain during the 1972 NBA finals that was found in an Oregon thrift store could fetch more than $150,000 in an auction closing Monday.
The actor's agent said he was providing more information following news reports "which contain inaccuracies and outright falsehoods."
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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.
Emily Whitehead, now 20 years old, was the first child to get a breakthrough cancer treatment — CAR-T cell therapy. The medical breakthrough, which saved her life, happened at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.
Pennsylvania offers assistance to students disenrolled from Howard University last month.
Mural Arts Philadelphia Executive Director Jane Golden is concluding her tenure with the public art organization after more than four decades. Josh Sanders chats with Emily Mello, the new executive director.
Daisy, an emotional support cat, went missing after breaking out of her crate on a SEPTA train platform.
A 27-year-old who admitted to robbery and attempted robbery connected to armored trucks has been sentenced to 11 years in prison.