Wind pushes SS United States' departure from Philadelphia back again
The ship will now leave Philly on Wednesday, not Tuesday, to begin its journey of becoming the world's largest artificial reef.
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The ship will now leave Philly on Wednesday, not Tuesday, to begin its journey of becoming the world's largest artificial reef.
After delays and more delays, the SS United States is scheduled to leave Philadelphia on Tuesday, Feb. 18, after part one of the moving operations began Friday.
We have another update on the SS United States. If everything goes as planned, the ship will move from Pier 82 to 80 on Friday afternoon during high tide. Then on Monday, the SS United States will leave Pier 80 and begin the two-week journey to Mobile, Alabama. The historic ship, which was built in 1952, has been docked in Philly since 1996.
Valentine's Day may be Friday but on Wednesday, senior citizens in South Philly danced the night away with their sweethearts.
Philadelphia seniors celebrated Valentine's Day a few nights early at a dance hosted by Pennsylvania State Rep. Jordan Harris.
Philadelphia Eagles fans welcomed the Birds back home Monday after the team beat the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LIX in New Orleans.
Philadelphia Eagles fans lined up at the team's Pro Shop in South Philly early Monday morning to stock up on gear commemorating the Super Bowl win over the Kansas City Chiefs.
Philadelphia Eagles fans packed Chickie's and Pete's in South Philly Sunday to cheer on the Birds in Super Bowl LIX.
The journey of the SS United States to Florida to become an artificial reef has been delayed again. The ship was supposed to move from Pier 82 to Pier 80 Thursday evening around 8:30 before it travels out of South Philly. Apparently, there was a problem with the plan for tonight and that will push back Saturday's planned departure from Philadelphia. No word yet on how things may be rescheduled.
One woman is dead after a home in South Philadelphia erupted into flames on Wednesday. Firefighters rushed to the 2700 block of South Darien Street before 11 a.m. after getting word that people were possibly trapped inside. Fire crews were able to put out the flames, but found the woman dead inside the home. The cause of the fire is under investigation.
A Philadelphia woman says her car was ticketed and towed for blocking a bike lane that didn't exist. After months of trying to fight the ticket herself, it was finally dismissed.
The Philadelphia Eagles are hosting a send-off party at Lincoln Financial Field starting at 9 a.m. Sunday.
These Philadelphia parents were concerned when they got a letter from the water department about lead pipes. Here's what you need to know.
For two decades, Joe Lattanzio has been the man behind the pristine uniforms of the Philadelphia Eagles. His mother and father opened the business in 1947.
At Lattanzio's Linn Cleaners, the jerseys, pants, jackets and coats worn by players and Eagles staff on game day undergo a meticulous cleaning process to ensure they look as good as they play.
The FBI is searching for two suspects wanted in connection with shooting and robbing a Brink's truck driver in South Philadelphia in 2023.
Philadelphia Eagles fans poured into the streets to celebrate the team's win in the NFC championship game Sunday and look ahead to the Super Bowl in two weeks.
There are parking restrictions and potential road closures to know about ahead of the Eagles' NFC title game on Sunday.
President Trump's promise of mass deportation is making many people in the immigrant community nervous. That includes one man who came to South Philadelphia from Indonesia when he was 9 years old.
A Philadelphia police officer was taken to the hospital after being struck by a vehicle at the South Philly Sports Complex on Sunday.
A suspected burglar hit Termini Brothers Bakery on Packer Avenue in South Philadelphia late Thursday night.
With more snow headed our way this weekend. PennDOT, NJDOT and DelDOT are all ready to treat the roads. PennDOT has a special eye out in South Philly for the game. Kerri Corrado reports on how the city and state are prepping for Sunday’s snowfall.
A beloved South Philly bakery is hit by a burglar, now police need help finding him. Termini Brothers shared this surveillance video. You can see the man prying open the door to the bakery on Packer Avenue late Thursday night. After he got in, he rifled through some equipment and drawers. Workers spent the morning cleaning up the store before they opened again a few hours later.
Five city councilmembers shared with CBS News Philadelphia how they found out about the new Sixers arena plans being scrapped and what lessons they've since learned.
Many are still processing the Sixers arena bombshell. It was this past Sunday that we learned that the plan for a Center City arena was being ditched and the Sixers were instead going to build in South Philly.
After the hottest May day ever recorded in Philadelphia history, Wednesday may be a repeat with record highs in the mid-to-upper 90s in spots.
Chris Rabb won a competitive Democratic primary for the U.S. House of Representatives seat representing part of Philadelphia.
Jefferson Methodist Hospital in South Philadelphia remains closed Wednesday because of a power outage.
Former teacher Bob Harvie won the Democratic primary in Pennsylvania's 1st Congressional District, CBS News projects.
Bob Brooks won the Democratic primary for a U.S. House seat representing the Lehigh Valley, CBS News projects. He will attempt to flip the seat blue in the general election.
After the hottest May day ever recorded in Philadelphia history, Wednesday may be a repeat with record highs in the mid-to-upper 90s in spots.
Chris Rabb won a competitive Democratic primary for the U.S. House of Representatives seat representing part of Philadelphia.
Jefferson Methodist Hospital in South Philadelphia remains closed Wednesday because of a power outage.
Former teacher Bob Harvie won the Democratic primary in Pennsylvania's 1st Congressional District, CBS News projects.
Bob Brooks won the Democratic primary for a U.S. House seat representing the Lehigh Valley, CBS News projects. He will attempt to flip the seat blue in the general election.
Chris Rabb won a competitive Democratic primary for the U.S. House of Representatives seat representing part of Philadelphia.
Jefferson Methodist Hospital in South Philadelphia remains closed Wednesday because of a power outage.
Former teacher Bob Harvie won the Democratic primary in Pennsylvania's 1st Congressional District, CBS News projects.
Bob Brooks won the Democratic primary for a U.S. House seat representing the Lehigh Valley, CBS News projects. He will attempt to flip the seat blue in the general election.
As America prepares to celebrate its 250th birthday, one historian is marking the occasion with a journey along the Underground Railroad.
Five people were injured after a car and an NJ Transit River Line train collided Tuesday in Delran, a spokesperson for the transportation provider said.
The Philadelphia region is facing a double whammy of record-breaking heat mixed with the area's poor air quality.
A jury found Paul Caneiro guilty in February of murdering his brother, sister-in-law, niece and nephew before setting their New Jersey mansion on fire in 2018.
Crews are searching for a swimmer who went missing in Ocean City, New Jersey, on Monday night, the Coast Guard said.
Scientists are buzzing about Triantha x novacaesariensis, a newly identified plant found in New Jersey's Pine Barrens.
The historic Mother African Union Church in Wilmington, Delaware, was destroyed in a fire early Sunday morning.
A Delaware man is in custody after he barricaded himself and started a fire inside a Wawa store on Limestone Road, police say.
A New Castle County, Delaware, refinery is starting repairs that could increase its sulfur dioxide emissions levels past permitted limits.
At 108 years old, Susan Young Browne still exercises, drives and visits the Dover, Delaware, senior center she's been a member of for more than 50 years.
Delaware State University students are taking off from Chandelle Airport in Dover as they work to become future Army aviators.
The Philadelphia region is facing a double whammy of record-breaking heat mixed with the area's poor air quality.
Research from Thomas Jefferson University could help ID a new way to improve poor sleep and reduce the risk of Alzheimer's disease.
Life is back to normal for 21-year-old Gianna Parrillo-Shennard, whose life was saved by Jefferson Health's mobile stroke unit.
At least 80 deaths have been reported in a new Ebola disease outbreak in Congo and Uganda, authorities said.
NAMI Montgomery County is hosting a mental health awareness and fundraising walk for the organization's free mental health programs.
The 2026 PGA Championship at Aronimink Golf Club is a huge boost for Pottstown, Pennsylvania-based Lessen the Loads.
Bars and restaurants in Newtown Square are gearing up for an influx of customers as the 2026 PGA Championship is here.
If you dine out in Philadelphia during the 2026 FIFA World Cup events, you could end up paying more.
Bimbo Bakeries USA employs over 20,000 people and has been headquartered in Horsham, Pennsylvania, for the past 17 years.
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Five people were injured after a car and an NJ Transit River Line train collided Tuesday in Delran, a spokesperson for the transportation provider said.
A crash involving a tractor-trailer in Chester County shut down the Route 30 Bypass Monday night.
SEPTA on Monday announced its plans to get fans to and from six World Cup matches in Philadelphia and the fan festival at Lemon Hill.
A Delaware woman died in a multi-vehicle crash on I-95 in South Philadelphia Tuesday night while her 4-year-old daughter was in the backseat, state police said.
A serious crash in Hainesport, New Jersey, forced Route 38 to close Thursday night.
Chase Burns shines for the Cincinnati Reds, striking out nine in six innings during a 4-1 victory over the Philadelphia Phillies.
Bryson Stott hit a two-run homer with two outs in the eighth inning and Jhoan Duran worked a 1-2-3 ninth as the Philadelphia Phillies extended their winning streak to five games with a 5-4 win over the Cincinnati Reds.
SEPTA on Monday announced its plans to get fans to and from six World Cup matches in Philadelphia and the fan festival at Lemon Hill.
On Monday, May 18, the merchandise tent at Aronimink Golf Club is open to the public for one day of last-minute shopping, where all remaining items are 50% off.
The 2026 PGA Championship at Aronimink Golf Club brought roughly 200,000 golf fans to Newtown Square, Delaware County.
Uzo Aduba and Darren Criss announced the 2026 Tony nominees for select categories on "CBS Mornings" on Tuesday.
If you dine out in Philadelphia during the 2026 FIFA World Cup events, you could end up paying more.
Call Your Mother, a Washington D.C. based bagel and deli chain, now has the keys to Metropolitan's Rittenhouse Square location.
The Philadelphia Museum of Art is embracing a statue it once kept at arm's length.
The "Dog Days Are Over" for the Flyers, but their return to the playoffs comes at the cost of the Florence + the Machine concert.
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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.
Bill Kelly says there's a chance of severe storms in the Philadelphia region on Wednesday. Here's the latest NEXT Weather forecast.
No one was injured when an explosive device detonated near a polling place in Catasauqua, Pennsylvania, during Tuesday's primary election, police said.
Democrats Bob Harvie and Bob Brooks are both looking to flip seats blue in November's general election.
Voters in parts of Philadelphia have selected Chris Rabb to represent them in the U.S. House of Representatives, CBS News projects.
Sources tell CBS News Philadelphia the temperature inside the hospital was 88 degrees during the outage.