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After the 4.8 magnitude earthquake with an epicenter in New Jersey struck Friday morning, students and a professor at St. Joseph's University in Philadelphia say class came to a halt. Meanwhile in Pennsylvania there was minor damage like items falling off store shelves. Nikki DeMentri reports more on what people felt and what scientists said about the April 5, 2024 Pa. earthquake. READ MORE
The kids who've been in a battle themselves but outside of the ring were filled with joy on Friday to meet some of their favorite WWE superstars.
Millions of people felt the ground shake Friday morning. People CBS Philadelphia talked to said they've never felt anything like it. Ryan Hughes continues our team coverage talking to an expert to find out how rare earthquakes are in the northeast.
The son of the late Congressman William H. Gray III was in Philadelphia. He paid tribute reminiscing about his father's commemoration and namesake adorning 30th Street Station. CBS Philadelphia Photojournalist Brad Nau revisits Justin Gray's speech at SEPTA headquarters and shares that the William H. Gray III 30th Street station is more than just a train hub. It's a platform for opportunity.
A 4.8 magnitude earthquake, although jarring, didn't cause any damage to City Hall or other nearby buildings in Philadelphia, officials said. The shaking did, however, cause a wave of about 200 911 calls.
A 4.8 magnitude earthquake shook homes all over the northeast Friday morning. The epicenter was near Whitehouse Station, New Jersey in Hunterdon County. Even though earthquakes are rare in our area, all modern buildings in Philadelphia are built with earthquake safety in mind. Derrick Pitts from the Franklin Institute talks more about the earthquake. READ MORE: https://cbsloc.al/4cKhOJ6
Several families of local Tuskegee Airmen will honored by the Greater Philadelphia Chapter of Tuskegee Airmen Friday evening. The Tuskegee Airmen were the first African American military aviators in the U.S. armed forces and were praised for their success in protecting bombers during World War II. They're revered as the Red Tails — nearly 1,000 Black pilots who made history during World War II.
Derrick Pitts, the chief astronomer at The Franklin Institute, joined CBS News Philadelphia to discuss the 4.8 magnitude earthquake centered in Whitehouse Station, New Jersey, and felt throughout the Philadelphia region.
Friday is partly cloudy in the Philadelphia region, and right now we're expecting decent conditions for viewing the 2024 solar eclipse.
High school wrestling titleholders Conwell-Egan sophomore Julia Horger and Neshaminy sophomore Grace Nesbitt are making history on the mat. Horger won a gold medal at the PIAA State Tournament while Nesbitt won the silver. Now, as Wakisha Bailey highlights in Focusing on the Future, Horger and Nesbitt are ready for more young women to join the sport.
Wondering where to drink or things to do in Philadelphia before or after the Wrestlemania 40 events? You could check out the wrestling-themed drinks and decor at Taqueria Amor in Manayunk or the new WWE-themed gear at Art History 101 on Frankford Avenue.
The Philadelphia Phillies will unveil their new Nike MLB City Connect jerseys later this week at their team store at Citizens Bank Park.
Two people were taken to the hospital after being attacked by a raccoon at Hersheypark last week.
While WrestleMania 40 will take at Lincoln Financial Field April 6-7, WWE World kicked off on Thursday at the Pennsylvania Convention Center in Center City, Philadelphia.
Dozens of people gathered in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania, Thursday for a rally against antisemitism after recent vandalism in the region.
Excitement is building for WrestleMania in Philadelphia this weekend, and for many fans, the festivities started Thursday with WWE World at the Pennsylvania Convention Center. Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson made an appearance and took the opportunity to troll Philadelphia Eagles fans and quarterback Jalen Hurts.
A special reunion happened at Bryn Mawr Rehab on Thursday. A former patient who has a new lease on life was back to give thanks.
Damon Thorn lost his leg to a diabetic infection and at Bryn Mawr Rehab he learned to live with a prosthetic.
CBS News Philadelphia introduces an eclipse chaser from the area and the lengths he's going to ensure he experiences totality.
All lanes of I-95 north in Chester, Pennsylvania have reopened after the pursuit of a stolen police car ended in a crash Thursday morning. Part of the highway was closed and disrupted the Thursday morning commute.
Peter Detterline, an astronomy professor in Berks County, explains what's so exciting about Monday's eclipse for viewers in the United States.
The Philadelphia International Airport is viewing WWE's WrestleMania 40, one of the biggest sporting and entertainment attractions of 2024, as a kickoff for a big sporting year for the city in 2026.
Of the millions of people expected to watch Monday's solar eclipse, a small group of them are known as "eclipse chasers." They plan years in advance to travel to places located in an eclipse's path of totality. Brandon Goldner introduces a local eclipse chaser and the lengths he's going to ensure he experiences totality.
In Bristol Township, Pennsylvania, the Delaware River broke over its banks, inundating homes and businesses with water. How much higher will it go?
The Philadelphia Eagles' busy offseason continued Thursday as the team extended starting left tackle Jordan Mailata and brought back slot cornerback Avonte Maddox on a one-year deal.
A heavy coat will be needed Tuesday morning in the Philadelphia region as temperatures will be in the 20s and 30s.
The Sixers Youth Foundation is gearing up to host its annual fundraising gala Thursday at The Fillmore in Fishtown.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 22 points, Jalen Williams added 18 in his return to the lineup and the Thunder won their 12th game in a row with a 123-103 victory over the short-handed 76ers.
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The Community College of Philadelphia celebrated the first graduates of a program that trains students to support the Navy.
Mayor Cherelle Parker wants to add a $1-per-ride tax on ride-hailing services to help fund the Philadelphia School District.
A heavy coat will be needed Tuesday morning in the Philadelphia region as temperatures will be in the 20s and 30s.
ICE agents were deployed to Philadelphia International Airport to assist with TSA shortages due to the partial government shutdown, sources say.
Kermit Gosnell, the West Philadelphia doctor convicted of multiple murders, has died, officials say.
The Sixers Youth Foundation is gearing up to host its annual fundraising gala Thursday at The Fillmore in Fishtown.
The Community College of Philadelphia celebrated the first graduates of a program that trains students to support the Navy.
Kermit Gosnell, the West Philadelphia doctor convicted of multiple murders, has died, officials say.
Vernon Baker was sentenced to prison for sexually assaulting a woman seated next to him on a Philadelphia-bound flight, officials said.
Mayor Cherelle Parker wants to add a $1-per-ride tax on ride-hailing services to help fund the Philadelphia School District.
Philadelphia Police Officer Meika Bell was arrested for stealing from a store in Radnor, officials say.
Vernon Baker was sentenced to prison for sexually assaulting a woman seated next to him on a Philadelphia-bound flight, officials said.
A new historic marker has designated Timbuctoo as one of only about eight recognized Black historic sites in South Jersey.
Princeton women's basketball, the last Philadelphia-area team in the NCAA Tournament, falls to Oklahoma State in the first round.
A fire on a residential block in Camden, New Jersey, could be seen from Philadelphia.
After hitting delays because of snow and ice, crews are now working to rebuild a large portion of Ventnor, New Jersey's boardwalk.
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.
Thousands of people spent the night without electricity around the Philadelphia area after Monday's storms.
With the region under a tornado watch through 7 p.m., several school districts have announced closings and early dismissals.
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.
New Jersey Sen. Andy Kim is opening up about his father's Alzheimer's diagnosis in hopes of helping others struggling like him to care for their loved ones.
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 20 years of planning and six years of construction, a reimagined Ardmore train station is back open.
Route 73 is back open in Marlton after a fatal crash closed the road for several hours Friday morning.
The Walt Whitman Bridge is back open Wednesday after it was closed in both directions Tuesday night because of police activity.
Additional security checkpoints at PHL are closed as a partial government shutdown affecting TSA drags on.
Fire crews were called to the Valley Forge Service Area on the Pennsylvania Turnpike for a truck fire Friday morning.
The Sixers Youth Foundation is gearing up to host its annual fundraising gala Thursday at The Fillmore in Fishtown.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 22 points, Jalen Williams added 18 in his return to the lineup and the Thunder won their 12th game in a row with a 123-103 victory over the short-handed 76ers.
FIFA officials have canceled hundreds of hotel rooms in Philadelphia previously booked for this summer.
The Phillies have agreed to a six-year contract with opening day starter Cristopher Sánchez. The deal begins in 2027 and runs through 2032 with a club option for 2033.
VJ Edgecombe had 22 points and 13 rebounds to lead the Philadelphia 76ers to a 126-116 victory over the Utah Jazz.
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.
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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.
Bill Kelly says Tuesday in the Philadelphia region starts colder. He's also tracking rain for later this week. Here's the latest NEXT Weather forecast.
The charity event helps raise money for the Sixers Youth Foundation, a nonprofit started back in 2015.
Mayor Cherelle Parker wants to increase her proposed tax on ride-hailing services like Uber and Lyft to $1 per ride to help address the School District of Philadelphia's $300 million budget deficit.
In 2016, Forty was stolen from his family's home in Philadelphia's Mayfair neighborhood.
Mayor Cherelle Parker wants to increase her proposed tax on ride-hailing services like Uber and Lyft to $1 per ride to help address the School District of Philadelphia's $300 million budget deficit.