Local Theologian Sees Pope Francis' Visit to Cuba Conforming With Pontiff's Pastoral Views
William Madges, a theology professor at St. Joseph's University, says he wasn't really surprised to hear of the pope's plans to visit Cuba before coming here.
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William Madges, a theology professor at St. Joseph's University, says he wasn't really surprised to hear of the pope's plans to visit Cuba before coming here.
The list is a tightly guarded secret, at least for now.
The Vatican says Pope Francis is thinking about adding Cuba to his itinerary during his September journey.
U.N. Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon will open a key Vatican meeting this month on Pope Francis' highly anticipated teaching document on climate change.
"I think we have an extraordinary group of people organizing this," says Chaput.
CBS 3's Pat Ciarrocchi sat down with Philadelphia's Archbishop Charles Chaput for an Eyewitness News one on one interview.
In March, mom and dad ditched their jobs, drained their savings, and told their three girls and one boy that they were about to embark on the trip of a lifetime.
Women with the Southeastern Pennsylvania Women's Ordination Conference stood across the street from the Basilica of Ss. Peter and Paul, calling for the ordination of women as priests in the Catholic Church.
Volunteers from business and community groups are working behind-the-scenes on the logistics for the visit of Pope Francis and the World Meeting of Families in Philadelphia in September.
Pope Francis' visit to Philadelphia is expected to draw millions of people to the Benjamin Franklin Parkway in September.
If you are interested in volunteering during Pope Francis' visit to the city of Brotherly Love, the Archdiocese of Philadelphia is looking for you.
So far, corporate and community fundraising has netted more than $30 million of the $45 million goal.
Parishioners and priests of St. Peter the Apostle church in North Philadelphia believe Pope Francis might briefly stop by to honor America's first saint when he visits Philadelphia in September.
"Rock Star Status." That's not the way Vatican analysts usually describe a Pope. But after two years of a Pope Francis papacy, "Rock Star" seems to be part of his early legacy.
Pope Francis' late September visit to Philadelphia is prompting scheduling changes, including moving this year's Fall Restaurant week to a different season.
Today the Pope marks the second anniversary of his election as leader of the world's of more than one-billion Roman Catholics.
The head of the World Meeting of Families Philadelphia organization says the federal government has declared the visit by Pope Francis and activities leading up to his arrival a "national security special event."
When Pope Francis comes to Philadelphia this September for the World Meeting of Families a high-level member of his advance team says a visit to the symbol of the nation's liberty will be on his agenda.
Archbishop Vincenzo Paglia, President of the Vatican's Pontifical Council for the Family, spent Monday in Philadelphia and brought his sweet tooth.
The Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia says Pope Francis has been invited to take part in a September 27 program at the Institute for Jewish-Catholic Relations at St. Joseph's University.
Many people are thinking of making some quick money during the Papal visit in September by renting their home or a room, and KYW's John McDevitt spoke with a local expert on advice for temporary landlords.
The Archdiocese of Philadelphia says there is an urgent need for the public's help and it's asking for Catholics and the generous to rent a room or property at a reasonable fee to visitors of the World Meeting of Families.
In his weekly column, Archbishop Chaput asked Catholics and other residents across the archdiocese to consider opening their homes and offer lodging to those visiting Philadelphia during the World Meeting of Families in September.
Nearly two million people are expected to swarm Philadelphia for the Pope's visit in September. Many will want to share the events from their phones in real-time. But will cell networks be able to handle all that traffic?
With about seven months to go before Pope Francis arrives in Philadelphia for the World Meeting of Families, the Archdiocese confirmed its fundraising is on track to its $45 Million goal.
Microsoft services are down for thousands of users, according to tracking service Downdetector.
Eagles Autism Foundation benefit hosted by Steven Singer Jewelers
The NEXT Weather team breaks down four types of precipitation and what conditions create each one.
Attorneys representing five children ages 4 and 5 allege the kids were physically abused by a Malvern School pre-K teacher.
Police rescued a dog from a partially frozen pool over the weekend and are using it as a reminder about ice-covered water.
A major winter storm is headed to the Philadelphia region, forecast to bring at least 6 inches to the area. Here's what to know.
Microsoft services are down for thousands of users, according to tracking service Downdetector.
The NEXT Weather team breaks down four types of precipitation and what conditions create each one.
Attorneys representing five children ages 4 and 5 allege the kids were physically abused by a Malvern School pre-K teacher.
Police rescued a dog from a partially frozen pool over the weekend and are using it as a reminder about ice-covered water.
Attorneys representing five children ages 4 and 5 allege the kids were physically abused by a Malvern School pre-K teacher.
Police rescued a dog from a partially frozen pool over the weekend and are using it as a reminder about ice-covered water.
During a snow emergency in Philadelphia, drivers will need to move their vehicles off of the city's snow emergency routes.
Villanova University lifted orders for students to remain indoors and off campus after assessing a threat that was made to the campus Thursday morning.
The man was electrocuted and died inside the Brith Sholom Apartments in West Philadelphia, officials said.
Attorneys representing five children ages 4 and 5 allege the kids were physically abused by a Malvern School pre-K teacher.
A town hall hosted by DataOne, the company behind a proposed data center, sought to reassure the community about the project's potential impact on Vineland.
A Mansfield Township landlord allegedly used chloroform when he molested two of his tenants, officials said.
A 42-year-old Millville man was charged with attempted murder after allegedly firing multiple gunshots at New Jersey State troopers, state police said.
Ahead of a major weekend winter storm, many airlines are dropping change fees so travelers can rebook their flights.
A major winter storm is headed to the Philadelphia region, forecast to bring at least 6 inches to the area. Here's what to know.
Delaware State Corp. Matthew Snook was shot and killed inside a Wilmington DMV in late December 2025.
New Castle County Police are searching for Richard Kirchner, of Elkton, Maryland, after he allegedly ripped off several homeowners.
U.S. Army Lt. Col. Louis E. Roemer, who died as a POW during World War II, has been officially accounted for.
A flock in Kent County, Delaware, tested presumptive positive for avian influenza, officials say.
Penn Medicine has a new way to reduce hospital noise, as monitors and alarms can be stressful for patients, especially premature babies.
A Philadelphia doctor said some chatbots can be dangerous for children.
A special art show at Bryn Mawr Rehab Hospital aims to raise community awareness about cognitive and physical disabilities.
A special group of students in West Philadelphia received a surprise celebration on Friday before heading to college Monday.
New Jersey has confirmed its first pediatric flu death of the 2025-26 season, which health leaders warn has been seeing cases spread at alarming rates.
Former Sheetz president and CEO Steve Sheetz has died at age 77, the Altoona-based company announced on Monday.
The post-Christmas return rush was underway at shops and malls across the Philadelphia area.
With product return fraud on the rise, an emerging company is using AI to help spot issues.
Here are mall opening and closing hours for the Christmas and Christmas Eve holidays around the Philly region.
Through Amazon Now, customers can get household items, cosmetics, electronics, groceries and more delivered in about 30 minutes or less.
A multi-vehicle crash on Lincoln Drive in Philadelphia left one person dead and four other people injured Thursday night.
Officials in Philadelphia say they're working to reopen the Center City bus terminal in time for celebrations of America's 250th birthday.
Morning express trains on SEPTA's Regional Rail will resume Monday, Jan. 12, after months of delays and commuter frustrations.
A crash on Chester Pike knocked out power in Norwood and Prospect Park early Thursday morning.
Motorists running the red light at the intersection of Kelly Drive and Eakins Oval in Philadelphia will start getting $100 fines on Jan. 8.
The Philadelphia Flyers saw an early three-goal lead vanish in a 5-4 overtime loss to the Utah Mammoth on Wednesday night.
San Francisco Giants outfielder Jung Hoo Lee was detained by Customs and Border Protection agents at LAX on Wednesday.
George Raveling, a former Villanova star player and coach, might be best known as the guy who helped bring Michael Jordan to Nike in the 1980s.
Devin Booker scored 27 points as the Suns beat the 76ers 116-110 on Tuesday night in a matchup of teams playing the second game of a back-to-back.
Phillies legends Chase Utley, Cole Hamels and Jimmy Rollins each fell short of making the Hall of Fame.
The nominees for the 98th annual Academy Awards were announced Thursday morning, and though "One Battle After Another," "Marty Supreme," "Frankenstein" and "Hamnet" were all nominated for plenty, it was "Sinners" that broke through with a record-smashing 16 nominations.
George Raveling, a former Villanova star player and coach, might be best known as the guy who helped bring Michael Jordan to Nike in the 1980s.
The 2026 Songwriters Hall of Fame inductees were revealed on "CBS Mornings" on Wednesday. See the full list.
Jake Dillon, the musician behind Delco Donny, is using his virality to share his original songs while teaching music to others.
Scott Adams, the cartoonist who created the "Dilbert" comic strip, has died at the age of 68, his first ex-wife revealed on Tuesday.
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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.
Temple University men's basketball coach Adam Fisher talked to CBS News Philadelphia about the legacy assistant coach Bill Courtney leaves behind in college hoops. Courtney recently died at 55.
Villanova University has lifted orders for students to remain indoors in residence halls after assessing a threat that was made to the campus Thursday morning. CBS News Philadelphia's Joe Holden has the latest.
A major winter storm is on track to dump upwards of 10 inches of snow around Philadelphia and the Delaware Valley this weekend. Meteorologist Grant Gilmore has the latest snow totals, and reporter Ray Strickland has what the PPA is doing to prepare for parking in the city.
Some business owners in Philadelphia's Manayunk neighborhood say the impending weekend snow storm might help bring in some foot traffic... or the snow and cold will keep patrons away.
Villanova University is closed Thursday as police and the FBI investigate a potential threat that was made toward an academic building. Students and staff are being asked to stay off campus.