Roosevelt Boulevard in Philadelphia reopens after church fire
A church fire forced part of Roosevelt Boulevard to close Wednesday, but it has since reopened.
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A church fire forced part of Roosevelt Boulevard to close Wednesday, but it has since reopened.
A fatal crash near the Broad Street overpass shut down Roosevelt Boulevard early Friday morning. Josh Sanders has the latest from the Pulse Desk and Kim Hudson brings you alternative routes to get around the backup.
Videos shared on social media showed a large crowd of teenagers gathering near the Skate Plex in Somerton. Police said officers from multiple districts tried to get the situation under control, and Wawas along Roosevelt Boulevard temporarily closed as a precaution.
Police say the suspects carjacked a man at a gas station then fled in his car before being chased by officers.
Family and friends gathered to celebrate the life of Kevlin Williams. He was a father, a grandfather, a brother, and a husband. The 57-year-old was killed last Sunday when his pickup truck was hit on the Boulevard near Adams Avenue. Josh Sanders reports how his loved ones are relying on their faith in the midst of loss.
Kelvin Williams, a 57-year-old from Philadelphia, died in a hit-and-run on Roosevelt Boulevard. Police are searching for the driver wanted in the deadly crash.
One person died and two others were hurt when a crash caused a pickup truck to flip in Philadelphia Sunday, police said.
Philadelphia police are searching for a dark SUV after a hit-and-run on Roosevelt Boulevard on Sunday left Kelvin Williams dead. "We lost a good one," Tasha Williams, the victim's wife, said.
Philadelphia police are looking for a dark SUV that they say was involved in a deadly hit-and-run on Roosevelt Boulevard on Sunday morning.
Police say the driver of a Dodge Durango fled the scene after hitting a Ford pickup truck Sunday morning.
Philadelphia leaders will officially launch a speed camera program along Broad Street to make the critical roadway, which is considered one of the city's busiest and most dangerous roads, safer.
Chopper 3 was over a fatal crash on the Roosevelt Boulevard in Northeast Philadelphia. Police say two men were hit by a van. One of them died and the second is in extremely critical condition. The driver of the van also died. It's still unclear what led to the crash.
A man was killed and another is in extremely critical condition after being hit by a van on Roosevelt Boulevard, police say.
The crash happened on Roosevelt Boulevard near Comly Road just before 9 p.m., according to police.
The bus driver who pushed a red SUV down Roosevelt Boulevard in Philadelphia said he hit the gas instead of the brake, a SEPTA spokesperson said. The driver quit shortly after the incident, according to SEPTA.
Police said the suspect allegedly stole a car in North Philadelphia and shot a man before leading police officers on a chase.
A carjacking suspect was shot and killed by Philadelphia police in Crescentville after firing shots at officers and leading them on a chase on Monday night, authorities said.
This was a frightening scene along Roosevelt Boulevard late Friday afternoon. A SEPTA bus pushing an SUV on the boulevard near Sanger Street around 4 p.m. SEPTA officials said the bus made contact with the vehicle that had two people inside and pushed it down the street through traffic. The occupants in the SUV and five people on the bus suffered minor injuries. SEPTA police are investigating.
The county's plan suggests installing speed cameras on roads like MacDade Boulevard in Ridley Township, similar to the ones on Roosevelt Boulevard in Philadelphia.
A 14-year-old was struck by a car near the Swanson Arts & Technology High School in Northeast Philadelphia on Tuesday. Chopper 3 was over the scene in the area of Red Lion Road near Roosevelt Boulevard and we are being told the teen is in stable condition. The police are investigating.
The Roosevelt Mall will reopen Wednesday afternoon, days after a medical jet crashed near Roosevelt Boulevard and Cottman Avenue and killed seven people. Later tonight, the city will hold a town hall meeting for residents impacted by the crash. CBS News Philadelphia's Ross DiMattei has the latest on the investigation.
Roosevelt Mall, along with several mom-and-pop shops near the site of impact, have been unable to open since the night of the crash. Philadelphia's Department of Commerce is assisting businesses affected.
The search for a shooter is underway in North Philadelphia. Officers found the 18-year-old shot several times along Roosevelt Boulevard in the Feltonville neighborhood. He was rushed to the hospital where he later died. So far, no arrests have been made.
Philadelphia's annual Vision Zero report shows Roosevelt Boulevard is getting safer but Broad Street is getting more dangerous.
Philadelphia's 2024 Vision Zero report shows Roosevelt Boulevard is getting safer, but traffic deaths are increasing on Broad Street.
South Philly residents are calling on city officials to shut down a property they say is the home of a package theft ring.
The Morris Animal Refuge hosts its annual Fur Ball in South Philadelphia, to help homeless pets find new homes.
Toronto illustrator Nneka Myers helped bring to life Jalen Hurts' new children's book, "Better Than A Touchdown."
Security has been increased at synagogues around the Delaware Valley after Thursday's attack at a synagogue in Michigan.
After years of being misdiagnosed, Mary Schneider is raising awareness about narcolepsy and other sleep disorders.
South Philly residents are calling on city officials to shut down a property they say is the home of a package theft ring.
The Roots Picnic is returning to Philadelphia with a new venue and several upgrades after fan complaints following a less-than-ideal 2025 show.
The Morris Animal Refuge hosts its annual Fur Ball in South Philadelphia, to help homeless pets find new homes.
Toronto illustrator Nneka Myers helped bring to life Jalen Hurts' new children's book, "Better Than A Touchdown."
Security has been increased at synagogues around the Delaware Valley after Thursday's attack at a synagogue in Michigan.
South Philly residents are calling on city officials to shut down a property they say is the home of a package theft ring.
The Morris Animal Refuge hosts its annual Fur Ball in South Philadelphia, to help homeless pets find new homes.
Toronto illustrator Nneka Myers helped bring to life Jalen Hurts' new children's book, "Better Than A Touchdown."
After years of being misdiagnosed, Mary Schneider is raising awareness about narcolepsy and other sleep disorders.
The Roots Picnic is returning to Philadelphia with a new venue and several upgrades after fan complaints following a less-than-ideal 2025 show.
Security has been increased at synagogues around the Delaware Valley after Thursday's attack at a synagogue in Michigan.
Police and bomb-sniffing dogs were called out to West Deptford High School on Friday for a reported bomb threat.
New Jersey Sen. Andy Kim is opening up about his father's Alzheimer's diagnosis in hopes of helping others struggling like him to care for their loved ones.
Philadelphia police and a security provider for South Jersey Jewish communities say they have stepped up patrols.
High gas prices and travel uncertainty are on the minds of many travelers as they try to book their vacations locally and overseas.
Up-and-coming bands are sharing their sound in between the aisles at Fiesta Fresh Farmers Market.
A barge hauling scrap metal caught fire in the Delaware Bay on Tuesday.
Mortgage rates have fallen to a three-year low, prompting some homeowners to ask whether now is the right moment to refinance.
Delaware residents can now schedule appointments at the Wilmington DMV, which will reopen on Tuesday, March 10, 2026.
New Castle County police fatally shot a man armed with knives after a standoff on Ramsey Road.
After years of being misdiagnosed, Mary Schneider is raising awareness about narcolepsy and other sleep disorders.
New Jersey Sen. Andy Kim is opening up about his father's Alzheimer's diagnosis in hopes of helping others struggling like him to care for their loved ones.
New owners say Springfield Hospital could reopen as soon as this year, bring much-needed health care to Delaware County.
Yentli Soto Albrecht, who is a genetic carrier of ALS, is working on research at Penn that could one day prove life-saving.
The 18th annual Pink Invitational is raising money to help women with breast and ovarian cancer.
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.
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.
Fire crews were called to the Valley Forge Service Area on the Pennsylvania Turnpike for a truck fire Friday morning.
Construction in Upper Darby and Newtown Square has frustrated drivers. PennDOT says work is set to be completed at the end of the year.
TSA workers are impacted by the government shutdown and the agency is dealing with staffing constraints, including at PHL.
Service on SEPTA's Market-Frankford Line between 30th Street and Spring Garden stations resumed Wednesday night after an underground fire.
The Philadelphia St. Patrick's Day Parade returns to Market Street Sunday.
Travis Konecny scored the lone goal in a shootout to give the Philadelphia Flyers a 3-2 victory over the Minnesota Wild on Thursday night.
The Philadelphia Eagles are signing former Atlanta Falcons edge rusher Arnold Ebiketie to a one-year contract Thursday night, according to multiple reports.
Duncan Robinson scored 19 points and the Eastern Conference-leading Detroit Pistons beat the Philadelphia 76ers 131-109 on Thursday night for their second straight victory after a season-worst four-game losing streak.
If you were inspired by the figure skating artistry at the 2026 Winter Olympics, you may want to keep your eye out for two local skaters.
The Philadelphia Eagles made multiple moves Thursday, including signing former Commanders and Patriots cornerback Jonathan Jones.
The Ministry of Awe on 3rd Street in Philadelphia features five floors of art installations, interactive exhibits and more.
A woman was arrested on Sunday for firing multiple shots at the Beverly Hills home of Rihanna, Los Angeles Police Department officials say.
Streaming giant Netflix declined to match Paramount Skydance's $31 per share offer for Warner Bros. Discovery.
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame has announced its 2026 list of nominees, including Phil Collins, Mariah Carey, Wu-Tang Clan and more.
Barry Manilow announced Friday he needs to reschedule several more concerts as he continues to recover following surgery after he was diagnosed with lung cancer.
Ukee Washington reports.
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Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
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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.
Residents in South Philadelphia say package theft has surged in their neighborhood, and some believe squatters are responsible for the majority of disappearing packages. Ross DiMattei reports.
The Roots Picnic is returning to Philadelphia this summer with a new location and several upgrades after fan complaints following a less-than-ideal 2025 show.
Millions of Americans are living with sleep disorders, which can cause a variety of serious health problems. And while insomnia can be easy to diagnose, other sleep disorders are more complicated. Stephanie Stahl reports.
Security has been increased at synagogues around the Delaware Valley after Thursday's attack at a synagogue in Michigan. Ryan Hughes reports.
Toronto illustrator Nneka Myers helped bring to life Jalen Hurts' new children's book, "Better Than A Touchdown." Krystle Rich reports.