Residents Of The Delaware Valley Wait For Flood Waters To Recede
Heavy rain hammered streets and stopped at least one driver in his tracks.
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Heavy rain hammered streets and stopped at least one driver in his tracks.
There was a dramatic rescue Thursday morning near Boathouse Row, after a car skidded off Kelly Drive and plunged into the Schuylkill River.
All proceeds from the second annual "Walk for Water, Walk for Life" event will go toward the construction of pipelines to bring clean drinking water to schools in the Rift Valley of Kenya.
Groundbreaking ceremonies were held this morning along Kelly Drive for a million-dollar project to improve the "Fairmount Bikeway," along the Schuylkill River between Falls Bridge and Ridge Avenue.
Many are celebrating Saint Patrick's Day early at area waterholes this weekend. The day started early for hundreds a benefit run along the Schuylkill river and then to an after-run gathering in Old City.
Businesses on the lower end of Manayunk along the banks of the Schuylkill River are keeping an eye on the raising water level.
Flooding is expected along the Delaware and Schuylkill Rivers but also along the region's moderately-sized creeks. In central Montgomery County, that means all eyes are on the Perkiomen and Skippack creeks.
Mayor Michael Nutter says the idea of putting duck boats on the Schuylkill River simply does not float. The Nutter administration announced Tuesday that it is rejecting a plan to allow the amphibious tour vehicles on the Schuylkill.
We could know in about two weeks whether "Ride the Ducks" will ever be allowed to carry tourists on the Schuylkill River. The company stopped operations on the Delaware after last summer's fatal collision with a barge.
Two steps forward, one back for drivers near the north end of the City Avenue bridge over the Schuylkill River.
Philadelphia's managing director got an earful last night when he met with residents about a plan that could put Duck Boats in the Schuylkill.
"What we're looking for is the best possible solution for the city of Philadelphia," says Philadelphia managing director Rich Negrin.
Remains of some the six dragon boats are still on and around the back deck of the Manayunk Brew Pub, near where they were docked during a destructive storm last September 30th.
This weekend, only, a cutting edge art exhibit is on view in Center City on the Schuylkill River. It's called "Light Drift," and it's the latest project of the Mural Arts Program.
The Ducks are back on the streets of Philadelphia, three months after the fatal collision on the Delaware. But they're not yet taking passengers.
Delaware wrapped up its first season in the FBS with a 20-13 win over the Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns in the 68 Ventures Bowl.
Sherrill and Lt. Gov.-elect Dale Caldwell said their inauguration will take place in New Jersey's largest city.
Testimony in the crucial evidence hearing in Mangione's New York murder case ended and the outcome is now in the hands of a judge.
A carjacking at a gas station led police on a pursuit through Fairmount Park late Wednesday night.
Thursday will be warmer in the Philadelphia region, but rain moves in at night, which will stretch into Friday and impact the morning commute.
Delaware wrapped up its first season in the FBS with a 20-13 win over the Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns in the 68 Ventures Bowl.
Sherrill and Lt. Gov.-elect Dale Caldwell said their inauguration will take place in New Jersey's largest city.
A carjacking at a gas station led police on a pursuit through Fairmount Park late Wednesday night.
Three kids were hospitalized Wednesday after falling into a frozen lake in Mount Holly, New Jersey, police said.
Testimony in the crucial evidence hearing in Mangione's New York murder case ended and the outcome is now in the hands of a judge.
A carjacking at a gas station led police on a pursuit through Fairmount Park late Wednesday night.
The Fillmore was packed Wednesday night for an emotional, sold-out tribute concert honoring the life and legacy of rock radio icon Pierre Robert.
Mothers In Charge hosted a toy giveaway for Philadelphia families affected by gun violence.
A shooting in Northwest Philadelphia early Wednesday morning left one man dead and another critically injured, police said.
The Collingdale Police Department was down to only three officers a year ago — now, it has 11 full-time officers on the job.
Sherrill and Lt. Gov.-elect Dale Caldwell said their inauguration will take place in New Jersey's largest city.
Three kids were hospitalized Wednesday after falling into a frozen lake in Mount Holly, New Jersey, police said.
Atlantic City Mayor Marty Small is accused of beating his daughter with a broom and knocking her unconscious last year.
The remains of Dulce Maria Alavez, who went missing in 2019, have not been found, despite a fake report on social media, officials said Wednesday.
A fire led to the collapse of a structure in Camden County, New Jersey Wednesday morning.
Several inches of snow fell across the Philadelphia region Sunday as a winter storm moved through the Delaware Valley.
The snow has moved out of the Delaware Valley Sunday after dropping inches of snow in communities around the region.
From packing your car to driving safety, here's a few tips to help you stay safe once the snow starts falling.
South Jerseyans are preparing for what could be a significant winter blast of snow this weekend.
The 68 Ventures Bowl announced that Delaware football will take on the Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns in Mobile, Alabama, on Dec. 17, 2025.
There are encouraging early signs the angel advocate approach is helping people find organ donors.
Children with critical illnesses and their families can visit the Wishing Place in Bala Cynwyd to start their wish journeys.
An early Christmas present came to some people from Tanzania visiting South Jersey for life-altering interventions.
A community event in Germantown gave away free hearing aids, letting attendees reconnect with the world through sound.
A stomach bug sickened several students at a Camden County elementary school, the health department announced Friday.
Through Amazon Now, customers can get household items, cosmetics, electronics, groceries and more delivered in about 30 minutes or less.
San Francisco officials said Tuesday that the city has filed a lawsuit against leading manufacturers of ultra-processed foods, accusing them of producing products linked to serious health issues and alleging that the companies knowingly made the foods addictive.
Amazon's Northeast Philadelphia facility expects to see about 10,000 more packages per day during the holiday peak.
The U.S. Department of Energy says it's loaning $1 billion to help finance the restart of the nuclear power plant on Pennsylvania's Three Mile Island.
Her Place Supper Club, Friday Saturday Sunday and Provenance each received a prestigious Michelin star, the first for any Philadelphia restaurants.
SEPTA's largest workers' union voted to ratify its new contract with the Philadelphia-based transit agency Wednesday night.
SEPTA offered a glimpse inside the Center City trolley tunnel as crews work to fix problems that have shut down service for weeks.
NJDOT is raising awareness about speeding, drunk driving and distracted driving while using humor and some holiday puns.
Residents say the icy conditions on side streets in Manayunk and Roxborough need more attention from the city.
Road closures and parking restrictions will be in effect in Philadelphia Monday and Tuesday for Officer Andy Chan's funeral.
Delaware wrapped up its first season in the FBS with a 20-13 win over the Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns in the 68 Ventures Bowl.
Penn State wideout Trebor Peña is one of about 22 Nittany Lions who are out of eligibility, while two players already have said they're entering the NCAA's transfer portal.
Ani Kilambi is joining the Washington Nationals as their new general manager, a source told the Associated Press.
The Phillies and right-handed reliever Brad Keller agreed to a two-year contract on Wednesday, according to multiple reports.
Tyson Foerster, one of the Flyers' top forwards, will be out for the rest of the regular season after undergoing surgery.
The Oscars ceremony is moving to YouTube starting in 2029, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced on Wednesday.
Sylvester Stallone reflects on his iconic roles as Rocky Balboa and John Rambo, his rough upbringing, and the legacy he hopes to leave in a touching "CBS Mornings" interview.
Nick Reiner, a son of director Rob Reiner and his wife Michele, has been arrested on murder charges following their deaths, police said.
Rob Reiner was the son of a comedy giant who became one himself with movies such as "The Princess Bride," "When Harry Met Sally…" and "This is Spinal Tap."
Director Rob Reiner and wife, Michele, were found dead in their Los Angeles home, sources told CBS News, in what police called an apparent homicide.
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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.
Mayor Cherelle Parker surprised CBS Philadelphia anchor Jim Donovan, who is retiring, with a mayoral proclamation celebrating his 25 years of serving the city and his lasting impact.
Police in Burlington County helped rescue three kids who fell into a frozen lake. The kids were walking on Woolman Lake in Mount Holly on Wednesday afternoon when the ice they were on broke.
You probably know that CBS Philadelphia's Jim Donovan started what we called "3 On Your Side." Jim and his team would help viewers with all kinds of consumer issues. Take a look at how he made an impact on so many and on the community as a whole.
Laurie McGarvey with Morgan Properties joined CBS News Philadelphia to talk about how they're helping during the Joy of Sharing campaign.
Leslie Patterson-Tyler joined CBS News Philadelphia on Thursday to discuss what the season of giving means to her and Ensemble Arts Philly.