Wrong Text Turns Into Heartwarming Invite To Thanksgiving Dinner
A young man got a text from "grandma" this week but it's not what either of them expected.
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A young man got a text from "grandma" this week but it's not what either of them expected.
Rich discussed Donald Trump being compared to Stalin, security measures around Trump Towers and Jim Webb's thoughts on the Democrats problem with the white working class. He also discussed Trump's possible new makeover, term limits and the possibility of Trump pardoning Hillary Clinton. Rich spoke with Philadelphia Inquirer Reporter David O'Reilly regarding his article, Pope Francis Surprise: Newark, N.J., Gets Cardinal, Philly Doesn't at 3:30pm.
AAA-Mid-Atlantic projects the roads will be the busiest in nine years.
Going gluten free this Thanksgiving? Check out these eight recipes that taste great and are easy to make!
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The nation's largest shopping mall has taken a stand against the growing trend of Thanksgiving shopping.
I think my Thanksgiving experience was much more that of the average American.
Sales tracker 'Abode' estimates more than one billion dollars was spent online yesterday.
Fishtown native John Dooley took advantage of the beautiful day, popping the question to his longtime girlfriend Amy McCord.
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In the true spirit of Thanksgiving, CBS 3 came together to surprise a deserving family.
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A chilly morning gave way to a warm and sunny day adding to the good feelings shared by the thousands of people that lined the Ben Franklin Parkway, enjoying the marching bands, floats and other entertainers.
Two grocery bags containing all of the necessary items for a Thanksgiving feast will be delivered to each family.
For these volunteers, their Thanksgiving Day starts while most are in bed. Many of the volunteers gathered in center city around 4:00 a.m. preparing the floats for their stroll through Philadelphia.
Visit Bucks County says they see museum attendance double or even triple the day after Thanksgiving.
It's vital to choose who comes to your Thanksgiving feast wisely, so be sure to avoid these seven sports personalities.
Come Turkey Day, there is no shortage of viewing options for the sports fan.
Folks who hit the road early tell KYW Newsradio they were pleasantly surprised with their Thanksgiving road trip.
It's estimated that 30 million homes will serve up the dish this holiday.
The New Jersey Licensed Beverage Association and its members are teaming up with Uber and the John R. Elliott HERO Campaign for Designated Drivers to provide safe rides home for thousands.
It's been a full year since 21-year-old Shane Montgomery disappeared from a Manayunk bar after a night of celebration with friends. His body was later found in the Schuylkill River. Now, an effort to prevent similar tragedies this Thanksgiving eve has stalled in Philadelphia City Council.
Getting around safely, a concern for many trying to get to their Thanksgiving destination.
Philadelphia Police are all set to make sure Thursday's 96th annual Thanksgiving Day Parade is a safe and fun for everyone who attends.
At Pennsauken High School, one football player is embarking on a new journey after overcoming some tough days on the grid-iron.
"It's as definitive as we're going to get," CBS News medical contributor Dr. Céline Gounder said of the new research, which found no connection between Tylenol and autism or ADHD.
Point Breeze residents woke up Friday morning to shattered car windows after a series of overnight break-ins.
Many families in Delaware County are feeling the pressure of rising heating bills as they try to stay warm this winter.
Delaware State Corp. Matthew Snook was shot and killed inside a Wilmington DMV in late December 2025.
At Pennsauken High School, one football player is embarking on a new journey after overcoming some tough days on the grid-iron.
"It's as definitive as we're going to get," CBS News medical contributor Dr. Céline Gounder said of the new research, which found no connection between Tylenol and autism or ADHD.
Point Breeze residents woke up Friday morning to shattered car windows after a series of overnight break-ins.
Many families in Delaware County are feeling the pressure of rising heating bills as they try to stay warm this winter.
Delaware State Corp. Matthew Snook was shot and killed inside a Wilmington DMV in late December 2025.
Point Breeze residents woke up Friday morning to shattered car windows after a series of overnight break-ins.
Many families in Delaware County are feeling the pressure of rising heating bills as they try to stay warm this winter.
Rendell Hoagland pleaded guilty Friday in the first-degree murder case of his own daughter, 12-year-old Malinda.
A Lehigh County couple says they were misled into paying nearly $30,000 to exit their timeshare contract — only to learn the deal wasn't what they expected.
Crews were called out to a burning restaurant on the 4200 block of Whitaker Avenue on Friday morning.
At Pennsauken High School, one football player is embarking on a new journey after overcoming some tough days on the grid-iron.
A woman went to the Eagles' playoff game in Philadelphia and now can't find her car. Was it a courtesy tow or stolen? No one knows.
A four-alarm fire broke out at a high-rise building in Atlantic City, New Jersey.
Minor league hockey returns to Trenton, New Jersey, in 2026-27 for the first time in 13 years: meet the Ironhawks of the ECHL.
The New Jersey governor highlighted his achievements during his eight years in office in his final State of the State address.
Delaware State Corp. Matthew Snook was shot and killed inside a Wilmington DMV in late December 2025.
New Castle County Police are searching for Richard Kirchner, of Elkton, Maryland, after he allegedly ripped off several homeowners.
U.S. Army Lt. Col. Louis E. Roemer, who died as a POW during World War II, has been officially accounted for.
A flock in Kent County, Delaware, tested presumptive positive for avian influenza, officials say.
The Delaware Farm Bureau has announced the 10 winners of its annual amateur photography contest.
A Philadelphia doctor said some chatbots can be dangerous for children.
A special art show at Bryn Mawr Rehab Hospital aims to raise community awareness about cognitive and physical disabilities.
A special group of students in West Philadelphia received a surprise celebration on Friday before heading to college Monday.
New Jersey has confirmed its first pediatric flu death of the 2025-26 season, which health leaders warn has been seeing cases spread at alarming rates.
Whether you have COVID or the common cold, doctors say it's important to know what you have so you get the right kind of treatment.
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.
With product return fraud on the rise, an emerging company is using AI to help spot issues.
Here are mall opening and closing hours for the Christmas and Christmas Eve holidays around the Philly region.
Through Amazon Now, customers can get household items, cosmetics, electronics, groceries and more delivered in about 30 minutes or less.
A multi-vehicle crash on Lincoln Drive in Philadelphia left one person dead and four other people injured Thursday night.
Officials in Philadelphia say they're working to reopen the Center City bus terminal in time for celebrations of America's 250th birthday.
Morning express trains on SEPTA's Regional Rail will resume Monday, Jan. 12, after months of delays and commuter frustrations.
A crash on Chester Pike knocked out power in Norwood and Prospect Park early Thursday morning.
Motorists running the red light at the intersection of Kelly Drive and Eakins Oval in Philadelphia will start getting $100 fines on Jan. 8.
At Pennsauken High School, one football player is embarking on a new journey after overcoming some tough days on the grid-iron.
The Phillies agreed to a three-year contract with J.T. Realmuto after losing out on Bo Bichette, according to a source.
Infielder Bo Bichette and the New York Mets have agreed to a $126 million, 3-year contract, a source tells The Associated Press.
In a message Thursday, Cheltenham School District Supt. Brian Scriven said about 19 students witnessed the Sept. 3, 2025, assault and made no attempts to stop it.
Sidney Crosby scored one of Pittsburgh's three power-play goals and the Penguins beat the Philadelphia Flyers 6-3.
Jake Dillon, the musician behind Delco Donny, is using his virality to share his original songs while teaching music to others.
Scott Adams, the cartoonist who created the "Dilbert" comic strip, has died at the age of 68, his first ex-wife revealed on Tuesday.
The 2026 Golden Globes honored the standouts in both film and television from last year. See the full list of winners and nominees.
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Bob Weir wrote or co-wrote and sang lead vocals on Grateful Dead classics including "Sugar Magnolia," "One More Saturday Night" and "Mexicali Blues."
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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.
A Philadelphia police source told CBS News Philadelphia on Friday that the teen has contacted his family and said that he is safe.
At Pennsauken High School, one football player is embarking on a new journey after overcoming some tough days on the grid-iron. Krystle Rich reports.
Fire crews were called to a burning restaurant in the Feltonville section of North Philadelphia on Friday morning. CBS News Philadelphia's Ray Strickland has the latest.
As temperatures plunge across the Delaware Valley, many families are feeling the pressure of rising heating bills as they try to stay warm this winter. Madeleine Wright reports.
After missing out on Bo Bichette, who signed with the Mets on Friday, the Philadelphia Phillies pivoted back to their original plan: bringing back catcher J.T. Realmuto. Paul Boye, the co-host of the "Phillies Therapy" podcast, joined CBS News Philadelphia on Friday to discuss Bichette's contract with the Mets.