Center City Philadelphia goes car-free on Sundays in September
A portion of Philadelphia's Center City neighborhood will be closed to vehicles each Sunday in September as part of Center City District's "Open Streets: West Walnut."
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A portion of Philadelphia's Center City neighborhood will be closed to vehicles each Sunday in September as part of Center City District's "Open Streets: West Walnut."
Police said Thomas Riceman, 34, of University City was charged with attempted murder, aggravated assault, ethnic intimidation and other related charges for stabbing a city park ranger Sunday.
A City Park Ranger was stabbed in the head during a scuffle with another man in Rittenhouse Square on Sunday afternoon, Philadelphia police said.
A City Park Ranger is among four people injured in three stabbing incidents across Philadelphia on Sunday.
Advocates gathered Thursday to demand more protections for cyclists on the streets of Philadelphia.
Bicyclists demand the city take action to protect those who ride to work, school or for fun. This call to action follows the death of Barbara Friedes, who was hit and killed while riding her bicycle in Rittenhouse Square last month.
The Center City District is closing 18th Street from Locust to Chestnut and Walnut streets from 15th to 19th streets on four Sundays in September.
In a statement, the parents of Barbara Friedes, who was killed while riding a bike in Philadelphia, thanked Philadelphia police and the district attorney's office for their work so far on the investigation. They said they will work with the district attorney's office for accountability.
Philadelphia DA Larry Krasner said the driver accused of hitting and killing CHOP doctor Barbara Friedes turned himself into police and faces homicide charges.
Community members gathered at a vigil Sunday morning to honor traffic victims and call for changes to make bike lanes safer.
A 30-year-old woman who was hit and killed while riding her bike in Rittenhouse Square was identified by family as Barbara Friedes, a doctor at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.
Some advocates say the popular bike lane on Spruce Street is too dangerous for cyclists.
Barbara Friedes was killed while riding a bike on Spruce Street in Center City Wednesday. Advocates for bicyclists in Philadelphia say the safety measures on the popular bike lane aren't enough to keep riders safe.
A 30-year-old woman who was hit and killed while riding her bike in Rittenhouse Square was identified by her family as Barbara Friedes, a doctor at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. "Barbara was a beacon of light," Dr. Jeanine Ronan, attending physician and program director of the Pediatrics Residency Program, said in a statement.
A 30-year-old woman riding a bike was fatally struck in Rittenhouse Square and two other crashes in Philadelphia left a person dead and another critically injured, police said.
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The temperature in Philly hit 90 degrees just at the start of happy hour on Monday and Rittenhouse Square was buzzing with al-fresco aficionados.
A 1-year-old boy was stabbed outside a synagogue Saturday afternoon near Rittenhouse Square. Police said the child was stabbed in his left forearm at around noon near the Temple Beth Zion-Beth Israel on South 18th Street. People in the community say they were surprised by this incident.
Firefighters were called to Parc Restaurant in Rittenhouse at around 1 a.m. for reports of a fire.
This week, police in Philadelphia are searching for another escaped prisoner, our own Aziza Shuler shared her journey with alopecia and much more.
This week, the city dealt with another prison escape, CBS News Philadelphia's Aziza Shuler opened up about her journey with alopecia and more.
Kate was joined by none other than Santa himself. Old Saint Nick even dished out who's going to be on the nice list this year from CBS Philadelphia.
Author Pari Docktor and a tortoise named Radha overcome hardship with a new book, "Tortoise Goes to the Vet."
The Ball on the Square is the Friends of Rittenhouse Square's largest fundraiser of the year.
Law enforcement in New Jersey is investigating a post on social media threatening schools in Camden and Gloucester Counties.
Through Sept. 21, foodies can enjoy three-course prix-fixe dinners for just $40 or $60. Or if you're hungry for an early dinner, restaurant-goers can grab a two-course lunch for just $20.
Only 29 minutes passed between the two World Trade Center towers falling. CBS News photojournalist Mark LaGanga captured the eerie scene up close
Hundreds of mourners passed through D'Anjolell Memorial Homes in Delaware County Sunday to remember Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau.
Pearl Jam paid tribute to the Gaudreau brothers during a Saturday night show in Philadelphia at the Wells Fargo Center.
Law enforcement in New Jersey is investigating a post on social media threatening schools in Camden and Gloucester Counties.
Hundreds of mourners passed through D'Anjolell Memorial Homes in Delaware County Sunday to remember Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau.
Through Sept. 21, foodies can enjoy three-course prix-fixe dinners for just $40 or $60. Or if you're hungry for an early dinner, restaurant-goers can grab a two-course lunch for just $20.
Residents could experience traffic and lane closures near the National Constitution Center starting Saturday ahead of the debate.
Pearl Jam paid tribute to the Gaudreau brothers during a Saturday night show in Philadelphia at the Wells Fargo Center.
Through Sept. 21, foodies can enjoy three-course prix-fixe dinners for just $40 or $60. Or if you're hungry for an early dinner, restaurant-goers can grab a two-course lunch for just $20.
Hundreds of mourners passed through D'Anjolell Memorial Homes in Delaware County Sunday to remember Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau.
Pearl Jam paid tribute to the Gaudreau brothers during a Saturday night show in Philadelphia at the Wells Fargo Center.
Pennsylvania SPCA animal advocate Carol Erickson explains why your dog might have trouble sleeping, and what to do to help you both get a better night of rest.
Eagles running back Saquon Barkley surprised two Pennsylvania youth football teams on Saturday, less than 24 hours after making his Eagles debut in Brazil.
Law enforcement in New Jersey is investigating a post on social media threatening schools in Camden and Gloucester Counties.
Hundreds of mourners passed through D'Anjolell Memorial Homes in Delaware County Sunday to remember Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau.
After a cloudy Saturday, Philadelphia and the Delaware Valley were treated to a spectacular sunset and double rainbow at the end of the day.
Temperatures over the next few days and nights may be the chilliest since last May, and highs Sunday only reach reach the low 70s in Philadelphia.
Alexis Rodriguez, a 30-year-old mother and nursing student at Chamberlain University in New Jersey, was awarded the Dedication and Persistence Award during a ceremony Friday.
Temperatures over the next few days and nights may be the chilliest since last May, and highs Sunday only reach reach the low 70s in Philadelphia.
Grab your umbrella before heading out in the Philadelphia area on Saturday; there's rain in the forecast.
A tractor-trailer crash near Airport Road is blocking multiple lanes of I-95 southbound on Friday morning.
High pressure continues to be our dominant weather feature as we head through Friday in the Philadelphia region, but then things start to change a bit.
Wilmington police said a man was shot outside the Sunoco gas station, near 30th and Market streets, Wednesday afternoon.
Alexis Rodriguez, a 30-year-old mother and nursing student at Chamberlain University in New Jersey, was awarded the Dedication and Persistence Award during a ceremony Friday.
A Chester County woman's journey to motherhood had a gigantic roadblock. She beat cervical cancer and is now planning on having another baby.
Nearly 134,000 cases of multiple brands of apple juice are now being recalled because of of potential contamination.
A nationwide listeria outbreak blamed for nine deaths is turning into a potential legal nightmare for food maker Boar's Head.
The catalyst for the initiative was the death of Army veteran Brian Sharif Taylor, who had a heart attack in Upper Darby.
Through Sept. 21, foodies can enjoy three-course prix-fixe dinners for just $40 or $60. Or if you're hungry for an early dinner, restaurant-goers can grab a two-course lunch for just $20.
Aramark food service workers at Lincoln Financial Field voted to authorize a strike on Friday, the same evening the Eagles kicked off the 2024 season against the Packers in São Paulo, Brazil.
Months after pharmacy chain Rite Aid filed for bankruptcy and got fresh financing amid struggling sales and opioid-related lawsuits, the company says it has completed its restructuring.
Opera Philadelphia is offering $11 tickets with the goal of making their art more accessible to everyone.
A decision about the proposed Philadelphia 76ers arena in Market East could come this fall, Councilmember Squilla said.
Kamala Harris and Donald Trump will take the stage at the National Constitution Center in Philadelphia on Tuesday night as preps are underway around the city.
Residents could experience traffic and lane closures near the National Constitution Center starting Saturday ahead of the debate.
A tractor-trailer crash near Airport Road is blocking multiple lanes of I-95 southbound on Friday morning.
New Jersey State Police say two people were killed in an accident on Route 55 Thursday in Mantua Township, Gloucester County.
SEPTA says a Key card will no longer get riders a $0.50 discount and Regional Rail discounts will also be eliminated.
Hundreds of mourners passed through D'Anjolell Memorial Homes in Delaware County Sunday to remember Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau.
Pearl Jam paid tribute to the Gaudreau brothers during a Saturday night show in Philadelphia at the Wells Fargo Center.
Edward Cabrera pitched seven scoreless innings, Connor Norby homered twice and the Miami Marlins beat the Philadelphia Phillies 10-1.
Kendrick Lamar will headline his first Super Bowl Halftime Show at the event in New Orleans next year.
A tribute continues to grow at Conte Forum, the home rink for Johnny Gaudreau, who was known as "Johnny Hockey" when he and his brother Matthew played at Boston College.
Kendrick Lamar will headline his first Super Bowl Halftime Show at the event in New Orleans next year.
Eagles season is taking flight and fall festivals are popping up as the Philadelphia area kicks off the first official weekend in September.
Rich Homie Quan was one of the biggest names in hip-hop in the mid-2010s.
Complete your fall bucket list in one fell swoop at Dalton Farms in Swedesboro, New Jersey, this season.
The teen idol who helped ignite the 1960s surfing craze as a handsome beach boy in the "Gidget" movies, James Darren has died at 88.
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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.
Andrew Kozak has the latest weather forecast for the Philadelphia region.
Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump campaigned in battleground states before their debate Tuesday night in Philadelphia.
Friends, family and community members gathered to remember Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau at a visitation in Delaware County, Pennsylvania, Sunday.
John Gonzalez of CBS Sports joined Pat on Gallen of Questions to discuss the Sixers signing nine-time All-Star Paul George and the team's other moves in the offseason.
After a cloudy and at-times gloomy Saturday, parts of the Delaware Valley were treated to a spectacular sunset and double rainbow at the end of the day. Drone video from CBS News Philadelphia photographer Will Kenworthy and reporter Madeleine Wright in Upper Chichester captured the stunning views.