Former Phillies star makes pitch for Negro Leagues museum expansion
Former Phillies slugger Ryan Howard wants to help the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum with its 30,000-square-foot expansion.
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Former Phillies slugger Ryan Howard wants to help the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum with its 30,000-square-foot expansion.
The 12th Annual Sports Awards at the Katz Jewish Community Center honored four community members recognized for their outstanding contributions
Kyle Schwarber homered on Joe Musgrove's fourth pitch and Bryce Harper also had one of the Philadelphia Phillies' five home runs in a 9-3 victory over the San Diego Padres on Friday night.
CBS News Philadelphia Sports Director Don Bell got a chance to talk to former Philles slugger Ryan Howard, where they discuss all things Phillies, including Trea Turner's big game against the Kansas City Royals. “The Big Piece" also reveals what he misses the most about Philadelphia.
Ryan Howard believes Phillies fans' support of Trea Turner this past weekend will lead to a "blow-up September" for the shortstop.
Howard spoke exclusively with CBS News Philadelphia sports director Don Bell about Turner and a plethora of other topics. The full interview will be streaming this weekend.
Appearing on "The Chris Rose Rotation" podcast, Howard was asked, "Was Burrell as weird as he seemed?"
World Series Champions Jimmy Rollins and Ryan Howard are on the ballot for the first time.
Former Phillies closer Jonathan Papelbon is also a first-time candidate for the Class of 2022.
World Series Champion Ryan Howard stepped up to the plate to read to children virtually Wednesday night.
The Phillies honored another member of the 2008 World Series championship team on Sunday.
Ryan and his wife Krystle are expecting a baby girl.
Ryan Howard is still setting records after his playing days.
All three were also part of the 2008 World Series champion team.
Howard, nicknamed "The Big Piece" played for the Phillies from 2004 to 2016.
Former Philadelphia Phillies superstar Ryan Howard surprised some Middle Township police officers on Friday.
Howard was released Monday after hitting .184 with one homer and five RBIs.
Chris discussed Donald Trump's decision to launch missile strikes against Syria with foreign policy analyst Ed Turzanski at 6:20 and Face The Nation Moderator John Dickerson at 8:20. He also spoke with economist Chris Butler on Finance Friday at 7:00 about the market reaction to missile strikes in Syria, Secretary of the Senate, Kelly Johnston at 7:20, about Senate Republicans using the nuclear option to confirm Supreme Court nominee Neil Gorsuch and Phillies Announcer Scott Franzke at 8:00 in advance of today's home opener.
Howard spent his entire 13-year career in Philadelphia winning the NL MVP in 2006 and the World Series in 2008.
Slugger Ryan Howard got an official Philadelphia send-off on Thursday, when City Council presented him with a resolution recognizing his contributions on, and off, the field.
Chris discussed the New York Times publishing Donald Trump's state tax returns from 1995 showing a $916 million loss, the season premiere of Saturday Night Live and threats against Philadelphia schools posted online from clowns. He spoke with Michael Bronstein and Colin Hanna at 7:00 on the Monday Morning Matchup about Hillary Clinton's comments on Bernie Sanders supporters and the release of Donald Trump's tax returns and to 94 WIP's Ike Reese at 8:00 about the end of the Ryan Howard era in Philadelphia and Ben Simmons fracturing a bone in his foot.
"I want to thank you because I've grown with all of you," he said.
The Phillies win over the New York Mets on October 2, 2016 was likely Ryan Howard's last game as a Phillie.
It's an end of an era in South Philadelphia. The last member of the 2008 World Series Champions is expected to play his final game today as a Phillie.
Chris discussed yesterday's NJ Transit crash in Hoboken, the Phillies plan to honor Ryan Howard and Donald Trump's latest rant against Alicia Machado. He spoke with economist Chris Butler on Finance Friday about the testimony of Wells Fargo's CEO before Congress at 7:00, comedians Justin Willman and Simon Taylor, who will be performing at Helium Comedy Club this weekend at 7:20 and CSN Philly's Ray Didinger to assess the Eagles 3-0 start at 8:00.
Saturday brings a noticeable change. Clouds stick around for most of the day, and we'll be dodging showers and a few thunderstorms.
On Friday, new details surfaced in the case of 3-year-old Nola Dinkins, the young girl who was reported missing Tuesday night in New Castle County, Delaware.
A West Philly community came together to remember 16-year-old Izir Williams. His family said he just celebrated his birthday and went to prom.
The Philadelphia Phillies beat the Toronto Blue Jays 8-0 Friday night.
Philadelphia Phillies shortstop Trea Turner already won an NL batting title and a World Series championship ring in his 11-year MLB career.
Saturday brings a noticeable change. Clouds stick around for most of the day, and we'll be dodging showers and a few thunderstorms.
On Friday, new details surfaced in the case of 3-year-old Nola Dinkins, the young girl who was reported missing Tuesday night in New Castle County, Delaware.
A West Philly community came together to remember 16-year-old Izir Williams. His family said he just celebrated his birthday and went to prom.
Thousands are expected to pack the parkway for the "No Kings" protest. Organizers said they believe Philadelphia's demonstration will be among the largest in the country.
The "No Kings" protest and march happening in Philadelphia on Saturday coincides with hundreds of rallies scheduled to take place across the country.
Park rangers in Chester County, Pennsylvania, found an invasive snakehead fish in the Schuylkill River this week.
Philadelphia police said three people died in a fire at a Strawberry Mansion rowhome on Corlies Street Friday morning.
A local woman received a call she thought was from her sister, but it turned into a scary scam and demand for money.
Residents of the Mt. Eyre neighborhood say they are worried about their water and soil after jet fuel leaked into the area.
A student says Lower Merion High School forced them to remove a keffiyeh during last week's graduation ceremony.
For the Gehman family, the Sea Isle City Beach Patrol is a family affair.
Tim McNamara is entering his 24th year of running Bubba Dogs, a hot dog vendor that caught the attention of Jason Kelce.
Authorities say hidden cameras looking like pens were found in public bathrooms located on Ocean City, New Jersey's Boardwalk.
Four detainees escaped when tensions boiled over at the ICE facility known as Delaney Hall in Newark, the Department of Homeland Security said.
Yoga instructor Teri O'Connor has been guiding students through sunrise and sunset sessions since 2007.
Delaware State Police say a train derailment is impacting travel near Old Porter Road in Bear, New Castle County.
For this Delaware developer, a plan to build affordable homes in Wilmington is deeply personal.
Darrian Randle and her boyfriend have been charged in the death of her 3-year-old daughter, Nola Dinkins, who went missing Tuesday night.
Police say a 97-year-old woman had to be airlifted to the hospital after a car crashed into a Dollar Tree and struck her in Milford, Delaware.
Temperatures will hover near normal on Saturday with highs near 80, before a cold front crosses the region Saturday night.
A 29-year-old man from Switzerland is back in Philadelphia at Penn Medicine months after having a life-changing double-hand transplant.
While gun violence is down in Philadelphia, advocates say there are still too many children being caught in the crossfire.
AJ Tantala, a lifelong Phillies fan in need of a kidney transplant, is making a pitch to Philadelphia to help save his life.
Jeffrey Lurie is donating $50 million to Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and Penn Medicine to boost research into autism's impact across the lifespan.
ChristianaCare has announced Springfield as its second location for a micro-hospital in Delaware County.
Amazon says it will spend $20 billion on two data center complexes in Pennsylvania, including one it is building alongside a nuclear power plant that has drawn federal scrutiny.
Many beach towns on the Jersey Shore require you to purchase a beach tag, also referred to as a beach badge, to gain access.
A long time coming – that's what officials are saying about the prestigious Michelin Guide arriving in Philadelphia.
Citadel CEO Ken Griffin will lend his copies of the Constitution and Bill of Rights to the National Constitution Center.
Philadelphia is joining Michelin Guide's upcoming Northeast Cities edition, which highlights the best restaurants with stars.
SEPTA's Chestnut Hill East Line will close from June 15 to Sept. 2 while bridges on the line are repaired.
New Jersey Transit's train engineers have overwhelmingly approved the tentative deal that ended their three-day strike last month.
In Philadelphia's Strawberry Mansion neighborhood, half the residents don't own cars. For them, public transportation is essential, not a choice.
A portion of I-95 South will close Sundays through Thursdays from 11 p.m. through 5 a.m. so crews can work on the CAP project.
Eileen Miller has spent the last 12 years fighting for Paul Miller's Law, which bans drivers from holding handheld devices.
The Philadelphia Phillies beat the Toronto Blue Jays 8-0 Friday night.
Philadelphia Phillies shortstop Trea Turner already won an NL batting title and a World Series championship ring in his 11-year MLB career.
Carson DeMartini is quickly ascending the Phillies' minor-league system, following the footsteps of other promising prospects.
Eagles' defense player Jalen Carter was on hand as a nonprofit that supports grandparent-led households kicked off summer vacation.
Pop superstar Taylor Swift and boyfriend Travis Kelce were at Amerant Bank Arena to watch Game 4 of the Stanley Cup Final.
Philadelphia Phillies shortstop Trea Turner already won an NL batting title and a World Series championship ring in his 11-year MLB career.
Pop superstar Taylor Swift and boyfriend Travis Kelce were at Amerant Bank Arena to watch Game 4 of the Stanley Cup Final.
Brian Wilson was one of the world's most influential recording artists.
Aaron Rodgers said after his first practice with the Pittsburgh Steelers that he got married "a couple months ago."
Sly Stone, the musician known for his own brand of funk with Sly and the Family Stone, has died at 82.
Ukee Washington reports.
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Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Ukee Washington reports.
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.
Chief Meteorologist Bill Kelly has the latest forecast.
A major wildfire burning in South Jersey has exploded in size. The New Jersey Forest Fire Service said the fire has burned over 3,200 acres and is 30% contained. New video from Chopper 3 shows smoke billowing out of the Wharton State Forest in Shamung Township, Burlington County. The fire was first spotted by a private plane. Officials said fighting the fire has been a challenge.
An early morning rowhome fire that left three people dead was, according to police, intentionally set. Flames tore through the home on the 2500 block of Corlees Street in Strawberry Mansion. The family of the victims identified them as Ashley Thompson, who was seven months pregnant, and her two children, 6-year-old Assad and 4-year-old Alaya.
Journalist and former Philadelphia resident, Hadas Kuznits, now living in Israel, talked to CBS News Philadelphia from her concrete fortified safe room in Tel Aviv. Siafa Lewis reports.
A West Philly community came together to remember a 16-year-old boy who was shot and killed early Thursday morning. His family says he just celebrated his birthday and went to his prom. Kerri Corrado talked with family members about their message to the person who did this.