Swimming prohibited at Ocean City, N.J. beaches Saturday
Former Hurricane Lee created bigger waves and a rip current risk at Jersey Shore
Former Hurricane Lee created bigger waves and a rip current risk at Jersey Shore
Post-Tropical Cyclone Lee is hundreds of miles off the New Jersey and Delaware coasts, but it's leading to dangerous swimming conditions.
Strong ocean rip currents along the mid-Atlantic coast created hazardous swimming conditions in the aftermath of two hurricanes.
The head of the beach patrol here in Ocean City told CBS Philadelphia lifeguards had at least 13 rescues yesterday alone.
The head of the beach patrol here in Ocean City told CBS Philadelphia lifeguards had at least 13 rescues yesterday alone.
Belmar Police said lifeguards rescued five people in the water Sunday at the 6th Avenue Beach in Monmouth County, New Jersey.
Rip currents account for 80% of all rescues at the beach
ACBP warns residents about rip currents as we are now in storm season where waves can be larger this time of year.
Tens of thousands will be spending the Fourth of July holiday weekend at the beach and there's a chance of rip currents all weekend along the Jersey Shore. Stephanie Stahl reports important safety tips
Panama City Beach saw the highest number of deadly incidents linked to rip currents in the U.S. in June, according to the National Weather Service.
Drowning is the leading cause of death in children ages 1 to 4 in the United States. Knowing how to stay safe around water and what to do in case of an emergency can prevent people from drowning.
Here's how to spot — and escape — these narrow channels of fast-moving water, also sometimes called riptides.
Lifeguards are reminding everyone it's not worth the risk don't swim at an unguarded beach.
Brandon Goldner reports.
Along the Jersey Shore, there's a High Surf Advisory and High Rip Current Risk through the weekend.
Lifeguards in Ocean City are urging swimmers to be cautious with Hurricane Chris off the coast.
The rain and winds won't affect the Jersey Shore, but Chris will kick up the surf, causing potentially dangerous rip currents this week.
Jersey shore towns have reported a total of ten drownings this summer season, and rip currents are to blame for at least half of those.
As the peak of Hurricane season approaches, there are several tropical systems spinning in the Atlantic.
Officials in Wildwood were warning swimmers about a moderate risk of rip currents again Sunday after the near drowning of four people one day earlier.
The rip current risk is easing along the New Jersey coast as Hurricane Cristobal moves deeper into the North Atlantic after a week that saw the death of a swimmer.
Another sultry day is in store for the Delaware Valley on Wednesday. Under mostly sunny skies, temperatures are once again expected to reach 90.
High pressure is firmly in control across the northeast, and we expect to see lots of sunshine this week.
Beach patrol in Atlantic City reported 48 rescues Tuesday, but they do note that today wave size is decreasing.
Swimmers were being urged Saturday to remain along beaches protected by life guards and to follow their instructions.
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Tyrese Maxey scored 46 points to lead the Philadelphia 76ers to a thrilling 112-106 overtime victory over the New York Knicks and force a Game 6 on Tuesday night at Madison Square Garden.
The Franklin Institute's iconic Giant Heart will temporarily close this spring, but it will be back and better than ever in the fall.
Police in New Castle County are warning that criminals are putting tracking devices on people's cars, following drivers to their homes and attempting to steal the cars at night.
The NYPD took protesters at Columbia University into custody Tuesday night. This comes after demonstrators forced their way into a university building and locked themselves inside.
Tyrese Maxey scored 46 points to lead the Philadelphia 76ers to a thrilling 112-106 overtime victory over the New York Knicks and force a Game 6 on Tuesday night at Madison Square Garden.
The NYPD entered Columbia University campus Tuesday night amid ongoing protests. This comes after demonstrators forced their way into a university building and locked themselves inside.
Two Pennsylvania State Police vehicles crashed while pursuing a shoplifting suspect in Delaware County on Tuesday afternoon, police sources told CBS News Philadelphia.
The Franklin Institute's iconic Giant Heart will temporarily close this spring, but it will be back and better than ever in the fall.
Dozens of pro-Palestinian demonstrators are calling for Penn leadership to disclose where endowment dollars are coming from and for the school to separate from companies advancing Israel's military efforts in Gaza.
The Franklin Institute's iconic Giant Heart will temporarily close this spring, but it will be back and better than ever in the fall.
Good Buy Supply, the sustainable general store in East Passyunk, Philadelphia, called for a pause in eclipse glasses donations Tuesday after receiving more than 3,500 pairs.
Dozens of pro-Palestinian demonstrators are calling for Penn leadership to disclose where endowment dollars are coming from and for the school to separate from companies advancing Israel's military efforts in Gaza.
A woman was killed and three men were injured in two separate shootings in Southwest Philadelphia on Tuesday, police said.
Cassie Donahue and her mom Jane are lacing up their sneakers for Sunday's Broad Street Run and it's all for a good cause. The duo is helping raise money for cancer research in honor of their late father and husband.
Video released by New Jersey Transit police shows officers rescuing a 3-year-old who was choking on a bus in Trenton, New Jersey.
Tuesday will be warmer than normal with highs in the low 80s. The morning stays quiet, but clouds move later this afternoon along with the chance for thunderstorms mostly north of the city.
On Monday, Philadelphia had a high temperature of 90 degrees, marking the first time the area experienced a 90-degree or higher temperature this year and tying the record for the day, last set in 1974.
Atlantic City's main casino workers union and the state's attorney general want a judge to dismiss a lawsuit brought by a different union that seeks to ban smoking at the city's nine casinos.
Before heading outside to enjoy Philadelphia's warm weather, know the differences between heat stroke and heat exhaustion and what to do if you or someone you know is experiencing symptoms.
Police in New Castle County are warning that criminals are putting tracking devices on people's cars, following drivers to their homes and attempting to steal the cars at night.
Tuesday will be warmer than normal with highs in the low 80s. The morning stays quiet, but clouds move later this afternoon along with the chance for thunderstorms mostly north of the city.
On Monday, Philadelphia had a high temperature of 90 degrees, marking the first time the area experienced a 90-degree or higher temperature this year and tying the record for the day, last set in 1974.
Wilmington police are asking for the public's help identifying an unknown man they found in a Delaware landfill in 1978.
Seventeen-year-old Kayla Kosmalski is breaking barriers and making history as the first contestant with Down syndrome to be crowned Miss Delaware Teen USA.
Cassie Donahue and her mom Jane are lacing up their sneakers for Sunday's Broad Street Run and it's all for a good cause. The duo is helping raise money for cancer research in honor of their late father and husband.
Recall involves shelled walnuts distributed in 19 states and sold in bulk bins at natural food and co-op stores.
California is partnering with a New Jersey-based pharmaceutical company to purchase a generic version of Narcan, the most well-known version of naloxone that can save a person's life during an opioid overdose.
Before heading outside to enjoy Philadelphia's warm weather, know the differences between heat stroke and heat exhaustion and what to do if you or someone you know is experiencing symptoms.
Dutch medical device maker Philips says it's reached a $1.1 billion deal in the United States to settle lawsuits over faulty sleep machines in a case that's rocked the company.
California is partnering with a New Jersey-based pharmaceutical company to purchase a generic version of Narcan, the most well-known version of naloxone that can save a person's life during an opioid overdose.
Regulators have closed Republic First Bank's 32 branches in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and New York and they will be taken over by Fulton Bank.
For the second time in a month, Aramark union workers will go on strike, this time during Game 3 of the Philadelphia 76ers-New York Knicks playoff series at the Wells Fargo Center.
From a new Taylor Swift to an exclusive Pearl Jam "Dark Matter" vinyl, Record Store Day 2024 will be a big one for record stores in the Philadelphia area and worldwide.
Wawa is officially in central Pennsylvania.
A driver and passenger on Route 202 were killed after their vehicle crossed into oncoming traffic and struck a car-carrier truck in North Wales, Pennsylvania on Monday, according to police.
Starting Monday, the city of Philadelphia is cracking down on drivers who park on streets in the 14 neighborhoods being cleaned as part of the Mechanical Street Cleaning program.
The fatal crash in Boothwyn shut down Route 322 from Chelsea Parkway to Creek Parkway for several hours on Wednesday afternoon.
"Intercity bus carriers" will be relocating from the Spring Garden Street area of the city as soon as Labor Day, Philadelphia transportation officials told a Northern Liberties neighborhood group.
Three construction workers died on I-83 in York County, Pennsylvania after a truck struck their vehicle in an active work zone, Pennsylvania State Police said.
Tyrese Maxey scored 46 points to lead the Philadelphia 76ers to a thrilling 112-106 overtime victory over the New York Knicks and force a Game 6 on Tuesday night at Madison Square Garden.
Boston Scott, the former Philadelphia Eagles running back known for dominating the New York Giants, reached an agreement on a one-year deal with the Los Angeles Rams on Tuesday.
Until Friday, May 3 at 11 p.m., the Philadelphia Convention and Visitors Bureau is auctioning off nearly 60 WrestleMania 40 banners that lined the city's streets before and during the event.
Philadelphia Sixers star Joel Embiid is listed as questionable for Tuesday night's game against the New York Knicks, a must-win for the 76ers as they battle to stay alive in the NBA playoffs.
The Los Angeles Angels were able to rally from a three-run deficit and beat the Philadelphia Phillies Monday night in Anaheim, California.
By HughE Dillon.
See who's nominated for the 77th annual Tony Awards. The Tonys will air live on CBS and Paramount+ on Sunday, June 16.
Paramount said long-time CEO Bob Bakish will leave the company, which is in discussions to explore a sale or merger.
Billie Eilish on Monday announced a world tour for her third studio album, "Hit Me Hard and Soft," that will see the nine-time Grammy Award-winning singer stop in Philadelphia this fall.
The vinyl sales alone were monumental, Billboard said, with "the largest sales week for an album on vinyl in the modern era."
Ukee Washington reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Ukee Washington reports.
Great Valley High School senior Lucca Ruggieri is already working his dream job: campaign manager for Republican Neil Young's run at Pennsylvania's 6th Congressional District.
While students aren't using real tattoo machines, an elective class at West Philadelphia High School is teaching students the techniques to create intricate tattoo designs.
William Bodine High School's robotics team is one of a few schools in the area set to represent Philadelphia at the FIRST Robotics Competition World Championship in Texas.
Two Bucks County girls wrestling medal winners are hopeful more young women will get involved in the male-dominated sport.
Students in Philadelphia's Law Pathway program are learning more about a possible legal career with help from Penn's law school and the Troutman Pepper law firm.
The newest and largest Amazon delivery station in the Philadelphia area is hitting the ground running. CBS News Philadelphia was invited inside to get a closer look at the state-of-the-art facility. This Amazon delivery warehouse in Southwest Philadelphia processes tens of thousands of packages per day and over a million per month.
Montgomery County commissioners held a ribbon cutting this afternoon for the re-opening of Mill Creek Bridge in Lower Merion Township.
The Franklin Institute's iconic Giant Heart will temporarily close starting May 6. It will reopen in the fall as part of a new exhibit.
Bill Kelly has the latest weather forecast for the Philadelphia region.
At the beginning of April, we showed you where you could donate your eclipse glasses for a good cause. After a few weeks, our Marcella Baietto returned to the South Philly business that began collecting glasses and now has close to 4,000 pairs.