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Actor Anthony Ippolito was at the Philadelphia Art Museum Wednesday to re-create Rocky Balboa's iconic run up the stairs for a new movie about Sylvester Stallone called "I Play Rocky."
Actor Anthony Ippolito was at the Philadelphia Art Museum Wednesday to re-create Rocky Balboa's iconic run up the stairs for a new movie about Sylvester Stallone called "I Play Rocky."
Police say a man was shot at the corner of Broad and Spring Garden streets, near the Giant food store and SEPTA Broad Street Line entrances.
Jury deliberations were halted Wednesday in the trial of two men accused of killing a Philadelphia police officer and wounding his partner at the airport in 2023. Sources say the jury foreperson got sick and had to leave the Criminal Justice Center.
Middle schoolers in Philadelphia turned into critics at the school district's annual food show Wednesday.
Amazon's Northeast Philadelphia facility expects to see about 10,000 more packages per day during the holiday peak.
With early Black Friday deals launching Thursday, Amazon's facility in Northeast Philadelphia is preparing for a surge in online orders.
A day after three Philadelphia restaurants received the city's first Michelin stars, hundreds of students participated in their own version of the Michelin Guide on Wednesday at their annual food show. Ray Strickland reports.
Lawrence Arata, executive director of Opioid Opioid Crisis Action Network in Upper Darby, Pennsylvania, is accused of paying clients who relied on the organization to survive for sexual favors, officials say.
The Phillies' 2026 schedule includes the Field of Dreams game and impacts from the FIFA World Cup. Here's what to know.
Jordan Davis is the first player in Eagles history to win NFC Defensive and Special Teams Player of the Week in the same season.
Philadelphia Youth Network hosted an event aimed at connecting educators and community members to create educational opportunities and jobs for young people. Siafa Lewis served as emcee at the event in Carpenters' Hall.
Philadelphia's WMMR is holding a concert on Dec. 17 at The Fillmore featuring The Hooters and more in honor of Pierre Robert, who died last month.
Tickets for "Pierre Robert: A Show of Life" at The Fillmore in Philadelphia go on sale Friday, Nov. 21.
The School District of Philadelphia is surveying the community to get feedback on which schools should be modernized, merged or closed.
Rain tapers off around the Philadelphia area, leaving a cloudy and chilly Wednesday.
At CBS News Philadelphia, we're working to help make the season brighter for families in our area. Our annual Spreading the Love: Joy of Sharing campaign is officially underway, benefitting the Salvation Army and Mothers in Charge, which supports families impacted by gun violence.
Consumers' Checkbook executive editor Kevin Brasler warns that many Black Friday sales might not actually save you money.
Closing arguments have been made and the jury will begin deliberating in the case of Yobranny Martinez Fernandez and Hendrick Pena Fernandez. Brandon Goldner reports.
The U.S. Department of Energy says it's loaning $1 billion to help finance the restart of the nuclear power plant on Pennsylvania's Three Mile Island.
Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley was at the East Norriton, Pennsylvania, Acme on Tuesday night handing out turkeys and sides and greeting customers.
The Philadelphia Department of Revenue is warning residents that scammers have created a fake website that imitates the city's official water bill site.
Active-duty police officers and other emergency responders who exemplify courage, integrity and leadership were honored Tuesday night.
Her Place Supper Club, Friday Saturday Sunday, and Provenance in Philadelphia received their first Michelin stars at a ceremony Tuesday night.
Walnuttown Fire and Rescue in Berks County, Pennsylvania, is back in service following the deaths of Chief Jeff Buck and Assistant Chief Robert Shick.
King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima will meet with Gov. Josh Shapiro and First Lady Lori Shapiro, along with Mayor Cherelle Parker, while in Philadelphia.
Demolition and recovery operations resumed Sunday morning at the site of the parking garage that partially collapsed in Grays Ferry.
Sean Couturier had two goals and an assist and Noah Cates added a short-handed goal and two assists as the Flyers rout the Winnipeg Jets
A mass shooting at Chick-fil-A in Union Township, New Jersey, left one person dead and six others wounded, officials said.
Walnuttown Fire and Rescue in Berks County, Pennsylvania, is back in service following the deaths of Chief Jeff Buck and Assistant Chief Robert Shick.
King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima will meet with Gov. Josh Shapiro and First Lady Lori Shapiro, along with Mayor Cherelle Parker, while in Philadelphia.
High temperatures will climb into the mid-60s Sunday under mostly sunny skies before potentially record-breaking heat moves in this week.
Demolition and recovery operations resumed Sunday morning at the site of the parking garage that partially collapsed in Grays Ferry.
Sean Couturier had two goals and an assist and Noah Cates added a short-handed goal and two assists as the Flyers rout the Winnipeg Jets
Walnuttown Fire and Rescue in Berks County, Pennsylvania, is back in service following the deaths of Chief Jeff Buck and Assistant Chief Robert Shick.
King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima will meet with Gov. Josh Shapiro and First Lady Lori Shapiro, along with Mayor Cherelle Parker, while in Philadelphia.
Demolition and recovery operations resumed Sunday morning at the site of the parking garage that partially collapsed in Grays Ferry.
Joint funeral services for Jeffory Buck and Robert Shick Jr., who were killed last weekend in a crash while searching for a missing woman.
Demolition work will resume Sunday morning at the parking garage that partially collapsed in the Grays Ferry section of Philadelphia.
A mass shooting at Chick-fil-A in Union Township, New Jersey, left one person dead and six others wounded, officials said.
Crews contained a wildfire in West Deptford, New Jersey that can be seen from Philadelphia.
Kishan Patel, who was shot by a former NYPD officer in 2024, has returned home after more than a year of rehab.
A suspect was linked to the murders of 24-year-old Marebeth Welsh in 1993 and 16-year-old Jennifer Persia in 1994, prosecutors said.
Leaders in New Jersey are getting ready to welcome visitors for a series of events for America's 250th anniversary.
Months after a propane explosion, Refuge Nation Church in Bear, Delaware, will welcome members back this weekend.
A 17-year-old girl was taken to the hospital after she was shot on North Walnut Street in Wilmington, police said.
A meteor spotted across multiple states Tuesday afternoon traveled more than 100 miles before disintegrating, NASA said.
An Acme Markets store in Middletown, Delaware, sold the lottery ticket that won the $230.8 million Powerball jackpot.
Wawa is recalling four popular 16-ounce drinks sold at a number of stores in Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey and Virginia.
An exhibit called Revolutionary Botany at the Mütter Museum explores the origins of the American pharmacy and Philly's role.
The Be Still Foundation is hosting a nationwide pickleball tournament during National Parkinson's Awareness Month.
Wawa is recalling four popular 16-ounce drinks sold at a number of stores in Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey and Virginia.
Officials said access is an issue for many in Burlington County, home to almost half a million residents.
Ariana Ugarte is among about 500 children who have had kidney transplants at St. Christopher's Hospital for Children in Philadelphia.
Gas prices are climbing, putting a strain on the transportation industry and its workers in the Philadelphia area.
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.
SEPTA said a person was struck at the Girard Avenue B line station on Wednesday morning, leading to service disruptions.
Residents along Germantown Avenue in Philadelphia say speeding cars in the area have been a consistent problem.
Interstate 78 eastbound is back open on Saturday after a plane made an emergency landing.
All TSA security checkpoints at Philadelphia International Airport have reopened after weeks of staffing shortages due to a partial government shutdown.
SEPTA said it has bought 24 used Bombardier Comets railcars from the Montreal public transportation system, Exo.
Sean Couturier had two goals and an assist and Noah Cates added a short-handed goal and two assists as the Flyers rout the Winnipeg Jets
Kyle Schwarber hit a go-ahead, three-run homer in the third inning to boost the Phillies over the Diamondbacks, ending a three-game losing streak.
Tyrese Maxey scored 32 points, Paul George had 21 as the 76ers beat the Pacers to snap a three-game skid.
Trea Turner leaves tying run at third baseas the Phillies lose to the Diamondbacks after starting the game with a 4-0 lead.
The Eagles are acquiring Dontayvion Wicks in a trade with the Green Bay Packers, according to multiple reports.
The city of Chester is honoring Grammy Award-winning R&B artist Avery*Sunshine during an emotional homecoming ceremony.
Artists like Lady A, Nelly, The Avett Brothers and Third Eye Blind will headline a free concert series throughout Pennsylvania.
Philadelphia's Southeast Asian Market is back for 2026, opening April 4 and returning nearly every weekend through the end of October.
In Center City, Chris' Jazz Cafe draws crowds each Tuesday through Saturday for live performances. But behind the scenes, another kind of performance unfolds each night.
Philadelphia's renowned restaurant scene has scored seven finalists for the 2026 James Beard Foundation Awards in Chicago.
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.
Sunshine will prevail Sunday in the Philadelphia area with slightly above average temperatures in the mid-60s. The NEXT big weather change will bring potentially record-breaking, summerlike heat to the region with temps in the 80s and 90s.
Chopper 3 caught the moment part of the partially collapsed parking garage in Grays Ferry crashed to the ground Sunday morning. Wrecking ball crews first began demolition on Saturday so first responders can try to recover the bodies of two construction workers that are still missing following the collapse on April 8.
His Majesty King Willem-Alexander and Her Majesty Queen Máxima of the Netherlands will visit Pennsylvania on Monday, April 13, during their working visit to the United States. The royals will meet with Gov. Josh Shapiro and First Lady Lori Shapiro in Philadelphia.
Some people love letting their pets sleep in the bed – and others don't! On this week's Pet Project, Pennsylvania SPCA animal advocate Carol Erickson looks at what letting animals sleep in your space says about you.
Demolition on a parking garage in Grays Ferry resumed Sunday after the structure partially collapsed last week. One construction worker was killed and two more are presumed dead, though their bodies have not yet been recovered. CBS News Philadelphia's Ray Strickland has the latest from the site.