Mayor-elect Cherelle Parker plans to name Philadelphia police commissioner before Thanksgiving
Parker announced her transition team and said she plans to hire a commissioner who knows the city well, Josh Sanders reports.
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Parker announced her transition team and said she plans to hire a commissioner who knows the city well, Josh Sanders reports.
The Regional Rail station in Conshohocken, Pa. was a $15 million project that began in 2019.
The '90s Eagles letterman jacket made famous by Princess Diana is making a comeback. The jacket goes on sale Thursday.
Thanksgiving is two weeks away, but Philadelphia is already getting ready for Christmas.
A new episode of "Frasier" is now available to stream on Paramount Plus. Philly's own Kelly Park directed the latest episode and recently shared what it's like working on the reboot.
During the weekend, volunteers can lend a hand with a number of clean-up activities, including planting trees, collecting leaves and preparing parks for the winter season.
Shapiro said his team and Parker's team are beginning to formalize some of the conversations they had during the campaign.
Gritty is giving out 100 free passes to FDR Park's Tinseltown Holiday Spectacular.
CBS News Philadelphia's Jim Donovan emceed the 19th annual Awards of Valor event at the National Liberty Museum sponsored by Chevrolet.
Hersheypark's holiday experience, Christmas Candylane, also features holiday lights, a Christmas tree and much more.
Tropical Storm Isaias flooded the Eastwick section of Southwest Philadelphia in 2020. The Corps says a dam could help protect the neighborhood.
Mayor Jim Kenney is expected to sign a bill that would allow SEPTA buses to be equipped with cameras and enforce ticketing for vehicles blocking bike lanes.
A Philadelphia pizza shop employee said he's worried about his safety after a group of young men attacked and robbed him as he was closing his shop.
Kevin Saint Clair, a former J.R. Masterman School teacher, dean and coach, died after he was struck in a multi-vehicle crash while biking Monday evening.
Multiple intercity bus transportation providers, including Greyhound, will be moving from 6th and Market Streets to another location in Philadelphia, the city announced.
A tattoo reveal goes viral and is now helping raise awareness about Alzheimer's disease and the walk that's coming up this Saturday.
A tattoo reveal goes viral and is now helping raise awareness about Alzheimer's disease. Stephanie Stahl reports this special story of love.
Voters elected the first Black woman to the board of commissioners and the first Asian person to serve on the board.
Philadelphia community members joined CBS News Philadelphia on Wednesday to discuss what they expect from Mayor-elect Cherelle Parker.
What can we take away from Tuesday night, as the countdown begins for the 2024 presidential election next year?
Governor Shapiro said he looks forward to working with mayor-elect Parker and the city "made a great choice." Shapiro visited Drexel University on Wednesday.
Voters made history by electing the first Black woman to the board of commissioners and the first Asian person to serve on the board. Kim Hudson reports.
A day after election day, the focus turns to the 2024 presidential election. Experts believe Pennsylvania will remain an important swing state for both parties. Nikki DeMentri reports.
A nationwide campaign kicked off in November aiming to highlight the disparities in drug overdose rates among the Black and Hispanic communities. CBS News Correspondent Elise Preston caught up with those offering resources to these communities in Pennsylvania.
The annual tree lighting event will take place on Thursday, Nov. 30 with a performance by Jordan Sparks.
A Chester police officer was rushed to the hospital Tuesday after he was assaulted by a suspect, law enforcement sources said.
Philly Pride 365 will honor music icon Patti LaBelle during the 2026 festival on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway on June 7.
New Jersey's six-day early voting period in the 2026 primary election is underway. Here's a guide with what you need to know.
Neighbors say this is the second time they've dealt with a water main break in the past few months.
Sandy Sovann, 34, was diagnosed with a rare lung disease, pulmonary alveolar proteinosis, or PAP.
Organizers say they want FIFA Fan Festival in Philadelphia to be "soccer Coachella" for fans from around the world.
A Chester police officer was rushed to the hospital Tuesday after he was assaulted by a suspect, law enforcement sources said.
Philly Pride 365 will honor music icon Patti LaBelle during the 2026 festival on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway on June 7.
Residents in North Philadelphia said a crew provided a metal plate to cover a sinkhole on their street.
New Jersey's six-day early voting period in the 2026 primary election is underway. Here's a guide with what you need to know.
A Chester police officer was rushed to the hospital Tuesday after he was assaulted by a suspect, law enforcement sources said.
Philly Pride 365 will honor music icon Patti LaBelle during the 2026 festival on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway on June 7.
Neighbors say this is the second time they've dealt with a water main break in the past few months.
Sandy Sovann, 34, was diagnosed with a rare lung disease, pulmonary alveolar proteinosis, or PAP.
Organizers say they want FIFA Fan Festival in Philadelphia to be "soccer Coachella" for fans from around the world.
New Jersey's six-day early voting period in the 2026 primary election is underway. Here's a guide with what you need to know.
Six people were hurt, including two critically, when a boat struck a day marker in Barnegat Bay Monday evening, New Jersey State Police said.
Protests escalated outside Delaney Hall, an ICE detention center in Newark, after DHS denied Gov. Sherrill's request to enter the facility.
It's estimated that as many as one in three veterans experience financial stress within the first year or two after leaving the military.
Travelers in New Jersey said rain and high gas prices put a damper on their Memorial Day weekend plans this year.
Families turned to indoor activities such as shopping, visiting museums and bowling on Monday in the Philadelphia area.
Just a week after a fire destroyed the Mother African Union Church in Wilmington, its congregation now has a temporary place to worship.
A historic Black church in New Castle County is making a powerful comeback after a pair of hit-and-run crashes left the sanctuary heavily damaged.
The historic Mother African Union Church in Wilmington, Delaware, was destroyed in a fire early Sunday morning.
A Delaware man is in custody after he barricaded himself and started a fire inside a Wawa store on Limestone Road, police say.
Sandy Sovann, 34, was diagnosed with a rare lung disease, pulmonary alveolar proteinosis, or PAP.
A patient at Jefferson Moss Magee Rehab is the first person in Philadelphia to use new technology allowing people who are paralyzed to use their hands.
Patients of the Smiles at Rittenhouse Square clinic are being urged to get tested after possible exposure to hepatitis and HIV.
The heart-lung machine was a groundbreaking invention that took place in Philadelphia and has saved millions of lives.
The Philadelphia region is facing a double whammy of record-breaking heat mixed with the area's poor air quality.
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill declared a state of emergency because freezing temperatures this spring damaged crops at local farms.
The 2026 PGA Championship at Aronimink Golf Club is a huge boost for Pottstown, Pennsylvania-based Lessen the Loads.
Bars and restaurants in Newtown Square are gearing up for an influx of customers as the 2026 PGA Championship is here.
If you dine out in Philadelphia during the 2026 FIFA World Cup events, you could end up paying more.
Bimbo Bakeries USA employs over 20,000 people and has been headquartered in Horsham, Pennsylvania, for the past 17 years.
Organizers say they want FIFA Fan Festival in Philadelphia to be "soccer Coachella" for fans from around the world.
Travelers in New Jersey said rain and high gas prices put a damper on their Memorial Day weekend plans this year.
SEPTA is preparing for large crowds as Philadelphia celebrates America's 250th birthday on July 4.
Five people were injured after a car and an NJ Transit River Line train collided Tuesday in Delran, a spokesperson for the transportation provider said.
A crash involving a tractor-trailer in Chester County shut down the Route 30 Bypass Monday night.
Organizers say they want FIFA Fan Festival in Philadelphia to be "soccer Coachella" for fans from around the world.
Kyle Schwarber hit his major league-leading 21st home run to send Jesús Luzardo and the Philadelphia Phillies to a win against the San Diego Padres.
After months of speculation, a critical day in A.J. Brown trade talks is one week away.
The Phillies lost to the Cleveland Guardians Sunday, with Brandon Marsh scoring Philadelphia's only run.
Zack Wheeler pitched six shutout innings as the Phillies defeated Cleveland, ending the Guardians' seven-game winning streak.
The American Music Awards celebrate fan favorites in the music world and feature performances from multiple artists.
Patti LaBelle said she's "having fun living it down" as the legendary singer marks her 82nd birthday.
Rob Base, the MC whose lyrics lit up the dancefloor classic "It Takes Two" and got countless people moving worldwide, passed away Friday.
Pop star Britney Spears said she was "totally fine" to drive and had not had a drink for about six hours when she was pulled over by the California Highway Patrol.
Philadelphia natives Will Smith and Jill Scott will perform at the 2026 Wawa Welcome America concert on the Ben Franklin Parkway.
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Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
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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.
A Chester police officer was taken to the hospital after a dangerous encounter with a suspect. Ross DiMattei has more on the investigation.
Residents in the Mount Airy section of Philadelphia say they weren't able to shower or run water before school and work Tuesday morning after a water main break. Ray Strickland reports.
For the next two months, roads around Lemon Hill in Philadelphia's Fairmount Park will be closed as the area is transformed into the site of the FIFA Fan Festival, a massive watch party and fan-activation experience for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Brandon Goldner reports.
After a soggy Memorial Day Weekend, Tuesday brings us clouds and warmer temperatures with no rain. Just a day late! Meanwhile, NEXT Weather Meteorologist Kate Bilo is tracking the return of showers for Wednesday.
Voters in the Garden State head to the polls on Monday as the early in-person voting period begins ahead of the June 2, 2026 primary election. Polls are open May 26-May 31 before Election Day.