South Philly Fire Displaces Family In Freezing Temperatures
The blaze was placed under control shortly before 3:20am.
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The blaze was placed under control shortly before 3:20am.
Fire crews responded shortly before 5:30am Saturday morning after reports of a fire in the 3rd floor of a house on West Lehigh Avenue.
At least five people were displaced and three homes were badly damaged in a fire Thursday morning in the Kingsessing section of Philadelphia.
Firefighters battled a blaze in a three story house Saturday morning on the 3000 block of Frankford Avenue.
The fire was reported around 11:45 p.m. Thursday at the unit block of S. 62nd Street.
A large fire in North Philadelphia damaged five houses and put 18 people out of their homes.
A 10-year-old was injured when a wall came tumbling down in North Philadelphia Sunday afternoon.
The Southern Shore Chapter of the American Red Cross and volunteer disaster responders arrived at the inn around 4:30 am to provide assistance for those displaced by the fire, including food, transportation, and clothing.
Firefighters in Upper Dublin Township, Montgomery County battled a blaze at an apartment complex early Friday morning.
Three firefighters were injured battling a blaze that broke out Monday evening at several homes in the Olney section of Philadelphia.
There are a number of roads here in New Castle County that are still closed this evening because of flooding, Airport Road included.
Over the weekend, eight volunteers with the Red Cross of Southeastern PA helped out with the agency's storm response in Dallas.
Even though Dallas, Texas and Philadelphia are nearly 1,500-miles apart, 8 volunteers with the South Eastern Pennsylvania Chapter of the Red Cross are on the front lines, helping out with the storm response down there.
Dozens of residents were forced to evacuate St. Matthews Manor in West Philadelphia Saturday.
The Borough of Bellmawr keeps close figures on much they spend each time there is a snow storm and this year budgets are getting busted.
As of late yesterday afternoon, no PECO customers in Yardley had power and many residents say it is a nightmare revisited.
More than a hundred people spent the night at the Lionville Middle School before a larger shelter opened at West Chester University.
The Red Cross has been busy this winter. The organization is helping dozens of families get back on their feet and their resources are starting to stretch thin.
Nine people were displaced after a late night fire ripped through a set of row homes in the Kingsessing section of the city.
The organization assisted a family of four after a house fire in the 100 block of Sheridan in Pottstown.
The Red Cross worked with Penn Veterinary hospital for the content of the app.
The two-alarm fire broke out at a rowhome in Norristown, Montgomery County Saturday afternoon and spread to as many as seven other homes.
The fire was reported at about 10 p.m. at Blackbird Circle and Red Tail Road in Lower Providence Township.
Luther lost his sight 30 years ago and has relied on guide dogs. Monday night it was two-year-old Yates that woke him up from a dead sleep.
Fire personnel responded to the scene of a fire on the 2300 block of Firth Street around 6:21 p.m. Friday night.
The 90s will likely remain through Sunday and slightly higher humidity across the Philadelphia region this weekend.
One person is dead and three firefighters were injured in a house fire in Strawberry Mansion, officials said.
A newly installed protected bike lane on Third Street is generating both praise and criticism from residents, cyclists and drivers in Society Hill and Old City.
Pride celebrations in Philadelphia are underway as the city gears up for the Sunday's 2026 Pride March and Festival.
Brandon Marsh hit his first homer off a left-handed starter in nearly four years as the Phillies defeated the White Sox Friday night.
The 90s will likely remain through Sunday and slightly higher humidity across the Philadelphia region this weekend.
One person is dead and three firefighters were injured in a house fire in Strawberry Mansion, officials said.
A newly installed protected bike lane on Third Street is generating both praise and criticism from residents, cyclists and drivers in Society Hill and Old City.
Pride celebrations in Philadelphia are underway as the city gears up for the Sunday's 2026 Pride March and Festival.
Brandon Marsh hit his first homer off a left-handed starter in nearly four years as the Phillies defeated the White Sox Friday night.
A newly installed protected bike lane on Third Street is generating both praise and criticism from residents, cyclists and drivers in Society Hill and Old City.
Pride celebrations in Philadelphia are underway as the city gears up for the Sunday's 2026 Pride March and Festival.
Despite receiving $48 million without the ride-hailing tax being passed, the School District of Philadelphia is still cutting over 300 positions.
CBS News Philadelphia is taking you beyond Philly's Gayborhood and into welcoming communities across the Delaware Valley in this year's Pride special, "Small Town Pride."
This year's Delco Pride celebrations kick off Saturday with a parade in Media.
Four former employees of the now-shuttered Gillian's Wonderland Pier are working to preserve the nostalgia that once lined the Ocean City boardwalk.
From newsroom to taproom, the new lager is launching just in time for America's 250th anniversary.
The NTSB released a preliminary report Thursday on the school bus crash in Gibbstown that left a child dead in May.
A 25-year-old man has been arrested after he doused his workplace in gasoline in a series of arsons in South Jersey Thursday, officials said.
After a controversial paid parking ordinance was recently repealed and rescinded, Diamond Beach residents are taking a stand again.
A star high school lacrosse player in Delaware is back on the field after a mysterious condition in his jaw turned out to be something much more serious.
Delaware State troopers found the young girl dead in her bedroom after her father allegedly hit her multiple times with a belt.
This weekend's rare blue moon may be visible in the Philadelphia area this Saturday and Sunday.
Now that the 2026 U.S. Men's National Team soccer roster is out, here's a look at the Philly ties across the lineup.
Families turned to indoor activities such as shopping, visiting museums and bowling on Monday in the Philadelphia area.
A star high school lacrosse player in Delaware is back on the field after a mysterious condition in his jaw turned out to be something much more serious.
Researchers at Penn Medicine say the revolutionary cancer treatment CAR-T therapy may also help patients with kidney failure.
Preliminary research out of Penn Medicine indicates that GLP-1 drugs could prevent breast cancer, but more study is needed.
ChristianaCare Hospital, Aston — Delaware County's first micro-hospital — is expected to treat 15,000 patients annually.
Penn is the official medical provider for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Philadelphia, and the city has been preparing for the event for years.
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.
Sportswear brand Mitchell & Ness is opening a new three-story flagship store in Center City Philadelphia.
Caesars Entertainment is being acquired for almost $6 billion by Fertitta, the company that owns Las Vegas' Golden Nugget and chains like Rainforest Cafe and Morton's.
Pennsylvania and Philadelphia officials announced an investment that could impact the city's sports teams located in South Philly.
PennDOT is replacing a bridge built in 1950 that carries State Road across the Darby Creek, linking Upper Darby and Springfield townships.
SEPTA's South Broad Concourse links 15th/City Hall and Walnut-Locust stations and reopened after being closed for six years.
A police pursuit that started in Philadelphia's Kensington section ended with a car fire along I-95 Friday afternoon, sources said.
SEPTA's board voted to approve its annual service plan Thursday, including the transit authority's first-ever comprehensive bus redesign.
Pennsylvania and Philadelphia officials announced an investment that could impact the city's sports teams located in South Philly.
Brandon Marsh hit his first homer off a left-handed starter in nearly four years as the Phillies defeated the White Sox Friday night.
Adolis García hit his first home run in nearly a month as the Phillies beat the Padres 6-4 Thursday to complete a season sweep.
Cristopher Sánchez's historic scoreless streak ended, but J.T. Realmuto and Kyle Schwarber homered as the Philadelphia Phillies defeated the Padres, 3-2, at Citizens Bank Park.
Cristopher Sánchez's historic scoreless innings streak ended Wednesday night vs. the San Diego Padres in the top of the seventh inning.
Some Philadelphia city councilmembers are urging event organizers to get training about immigration enforcement before the World Cup.
"LUZIA" showcases Mexican culture under the Big Top at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center in Oaks through June 7.
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.
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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.
As a front approaches we may be tracking strong to severe storms Saturday evening. Bill Kelly has the forecast.
A newly installed protected bike lane on Third Street is generating both praise and criticism from residents, cyclists and drivers in Society Hill and Old City. Ross DiMattei reports.
Eagles offensive lineman Jordan Mailata and his wife, Niki, are launching the Mailata Family Foundation to help young people pursue their dreams. Pat Gallen reports.
Pride celebrations in Philadelphia are underway as the city gears up for the 2026 Pride March and Festival on Sunday. Kerri Corrado reports.
A house fire in Philadelphia's Strawberry Mansion neighborhood killed one person and injured three firefighters Friday night, officials said.