Darrell Clarke signs off as Philadelphia City Council president during Mayor Parker's inauguration
Clarke was first elected to City Council in 1999, representing the 5th District seat formerly held by John Street.
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Clarke was first elected to City Council in 1999, representing the 5th District seat formerly held by John Street.
Philadelphians are hopeful Cherelle Parker and her new police commissioner will take charge and make the city safer.
Brown, a Democrat, defeated Republican Brian Burke to become the first Black mayor of the municipality.
Bethel most recently served as chief of school safety for the School District of Philadelphia
Pastor Carl Day and other activists battling gun violence want the new Philadelphia mayor and police commissioner to engage with community leaders and groups and develop neighborhood safety plans.
After her official swearing in, Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker will sign three executive orders related to her first term priorities, including declaring a public safety emergency for the city, making local government more visible and responsive, and removing college degree requirements as a prerequisite for city employment. READ MORE
During her tenure as mayor, Cherelle Parker says her goal is to make Philadelphia the "safest, cleanest, greenest big city in the nation."
Expect sunshine and highs in the 40s Tuesday and Wednesday, but a potentially significant snow and rain event is on the way this weekend.
When she's inaugurated on Jan. 2, 2024, Cherelle Parker will make history as the first woman and first Black woman to run the City of Philadelphia as its mayor. A Philadelphia native, Parker served 10 years as a state representative and was elected to Philadelphia City Council in 2016, eventually becoming council majority leader. https://www.cbsnews.com/philadelphia/news/cherelle-parker-philadelphia-mayor-inauguration/
Investigators are working to determine what caused a fire to break out at the Evangelical Lutheran Church of the Advent on South Broad Street early Tuesday morning in Trenton. Officials said the fire did not spread to the interior of the building and the damage is minimal.
The Mummers Parade might only be for one day, but it takes months of preparation. Kerri Corrado has a look behind the scenes at the Philly tradition.
Parker will be sworn in as Philadelphia's 100th mayor on Tuesday.
The Volstead is part of the Unity Recovery organization, a Philly-based group that aims to find unique approaches for those with mental health or substance use disorders.
While many are celebrating the turn of a new year, a close-knit community in Philadelphia's Port Richmond neighborhood is still searching for answers after last year's New Year's Day rowhome explosion.
The Mummers strutted down Broad Street on New Year's Day in Philadelphia to ring in the New Year on Monday.
St. Luke's Hospital - Anderson Campus welcomed a baby boy, Miles Tillinghast at 2:52 a.m. Jan. 1, 2024
A more than 120-year-old tradition continues on New Year's Day with Philadelphia's annual Mummers Parade. Marcella Baietto reports from the Pennsylvania Convention Center, where crews are headed to compete in the 26th annual Fancy Brigade Finale after strutting down Broad Street in Center City. https://www.cbsnews.com/philadelphia/news/mummers-parade-2024-philadelphia-route-road-closures/
Cherelle Parker, the first woman and first Black woman to lead the city, will be sworn in as Philadelphia's 100th mayor on Tuesday, Jan. 2, 2024. Parker, a democrat, replaces Jim Kenney, who served as Philadelphia's mayor for the last eight years. https://www.cbsnews.com/philadelphia/news/cherelle-parker-blueprint-safer-philadelphia-press-conference/
While we're all entering 2024 with a fresh start, some local couples are starting their year with a new bundle of joy. Leonardo, Emma, Sapphire and La'Dia were all born on Jan. 1 at Pennsylvania Hospital.
Baby Matias arrived just minutes into the new year at the Hospital at the University of Pennsylvania, and another four babies were born Monday morning at Pennsylvania Hospital.
A Tesla crashed into a building near Snyder Avenue and South 18th Street in South Philadelphia early New Year's Day. It's unknown what led up to the crash, but the Philadelphia Fire Department said two people were taken to the hospital.
Who wants to start 2024 as a multi-millionaire? The Powerball jackpot has jumped again to a whopping $810 million ahead of the drawing on Jan. 1, 2024, New Year's Day.
Before the Mummers start their strut down Broad Street, performers are busy getting into their costumers, donning makeup and prepping for a busy day in Center City. Wakisha Bailey caught up with the crew at the Quaker City String Band Club House just hours before the 2024 Mummers Parade stepped off. https://www.cbsnews.com/philadelphia/news/mummers-parade-2024-philadelphia-route-road-closures/
Want to work on your health and fitness goals in the new year, but are intimated by the gym? Aly Licopoli, gym manager at Planet Fitness in Pottstown, shares tips for starting your workouts at home, and how to overcome that gym-timidation. https://www.cbsnews.com/news/new-years-resolutions-experts-skip-tweak-for-success/
We're ringing in 2024 with a mostly cloudy Monday with highs in the mid-40s. There are chances for light passing rain showers, but no major impacts are expected.
After the torrential rain Thursday afternoon, the hot and humid air will remain in place for Friday in the Philadelphia region.
Jesús Luzardo allowed two hits in seven innings and struck out 11; Justin Crawford's base hit in the eighth inning drove in the game's only run, and the Phillies beat the Reds 1-0 in a pitcher's duel.
"Task," the hit HBO series, is filming parts of its second season in Manayunk, and it's hard to miss the production's presence in the Philadelphia neighborhood.
Pennsylvania Sens. Dave McCormick and John Fetterman have formed a joint fundraising committee.
A viral social media trend involving squishy toys is sending a growing number of children to hospital burn units.
After the torrential rain Thursday afternoon, the hot and humid air will remain in place for Friday in the Philadelphia region.
CBS News Philadelphia is proud to celebrate a momentous milestone in anchor Ukee Washington's career as he marks 40 years with the station.
Yahnae Clegg-Brown and Naiyr Sanders are charged with neglecting and abusing a young woman with Down syndrome in their care in Delaware County.
Jesús Luzardo allowed two hits in seven innings and struck out 11; Justin Crawford's base hit in the eighth inning drove in the game's only run, and the Phillies beat the Reds 1-0 in a pitcher's duel.
"Task," the hit HBO series, is filming parts of its second season in Manayunk, and it's hard to miss the production's presence in the Philadelphia neighborhood.
"Task," the hit HBO series, is filming parts of its second season in Manayunk, and it's hard to miss the production's presence in the Philadelphia neighborhood.
Tree House Books will receive money from MLB and the Phillies to upgrade its literary center in North Philadelphia.
Eugene Horsch, whose Olney home was searched in June after his arrest in Old City, was indicted on federal charges this week.
Leonard Abramson, 93, was "a true friend" and major donor to Penn Medicine and cancer care initiatives.
Yahnae Clegg-Brown and Naiyr Sanders are charged with neglecting and abusing a young woman with Down syndrome in their care in Delaware County.
The man who pleaded guilty to killing a veterinarian from Cherry Hill in 2024 was sentenced Thursday afternoon.
Leaders in Camden, New Jersey, are working to prevent a repeat of Monday's devastating flooding as more rain moves in.
EMR Recycling in Camden, which has been the site of more than a dozen fires, will be able to reopen under certain conditions, a judge ruled.
A rare but dangerous tick-borne virus called Powassan can attack the central nervous system and lead to memory loss.
To celebrate 100 years, the Ben Franklin Bridge will completely close to vehicles on Saturday, July 11 and allow pedestrians to walk across the main traffic lanes.
A viral social media trend involving squishy toys is sending a growing number of children to hospital burn units.
The family of a 19-year-old man who was shot and killed by Wilmington Police last month is calling for body camera video of the incident to be made public.
Chopper 3 was over the fire, showing firefighters on the roof battling the blaze in the 1500 block of Clayton Road in Wilmington.
Communities in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware are planning fireworks and other celebrations to mark America's 250th birthday.
City council members in Wilmington, Delaware, want Kadir Skinner's family to be able to review bodycam footage within the next 72 hours.
A viral social media trend involving squishy toys is sending a growing number of children to hospital burn units.
Leonard Abramson, 93, was "a true friend" and major donor to Penn Medicine and cancer care initiatives.
A rare but dangerous tick-borne virus called Powassan can attack the central nervous system and lead to memory loss.
The FDA is urging parents and caregivers to immediately stop using a Nara Organics-brand formula after several infants contracted botulism.
New Jersey is set to charge companies whose workers have Medicaid health coverage.
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.
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.
A major rail injection saw service suspensions and delays after a SEPTA Regional Rail train derailed Wednesday in Philadelphia.
Three men died in a plane crash in Maryland Saturday night, police said.
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.
Jesús Luzardo allowed two hits in seven innings and struck out 11; Justin Crawford's base hit in the eighth inning drove in the game's only run, and the Phillies beat the Reds 1-0 in a pitcher's duel.
Philadelphia Phillies first baseman Bryce Harper will compete at next week's Home Run Derby at Citizens Bank Park.
Tree House Books will receive money from MLB and the Phillies to upgrade its literary center in North Philadelphia.
Renowned 3D pop artist Charles Fazzino is creating unique handmade pieces for Philly's MLB All-Star Game.
Christian Pulisic was diagnosed with a fractured right leg, the U.S. Soccer Federation announced Thursday.
The nominations for the 78th annual Primetime Emmy Awards were announced Wednesday morning in Los Angeles, with the final season of HBO Max's "Hacks" setting a new record for the most nominations in a single year for a comedy series.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce were married as they celebrated their wedding with hundreds of guests Friday at Madison Square Garden in New York City.
Victor Willis, lead singer of the disco group Village People, whose hit "Y.M.C.A." became a fixture at rallies for President Trump, has died at the age of 74, his wife and the band said.
There appear to be new clues about the location of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding.
Clive Davis helped shape the careers of music stars including Janis Joplin, Bruce Springsteen and Whitney Houston.
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.
Grant Gilmore says there will be a small chance of storms on Friday in the Philadelphia region. Here's the latest NEXT Weather forecast.
Eugene Horsch, the man whose Philadelphia home was the last known location of a woman who disappeared a decade ago, was indicted on federal charges this week.
Some residents in the Philadelphia region saw their streets get flooded again for the second time this week.
The hit HBO series is filming parts of its second season in the neighborhood, and it’s hard to miss the production’s presence.
Ukee Washington thanked his family, loved ones and God for hitting 40 years at CBS Philadelphia.