Philadelphia-area families hit the road early for Labor Day weekend
Many are squeezing in one more weekend of fun before the unofficial end to summer with Labor Day weekend around the corner.
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Many are squeezing in one more weekend of fun before the unofficial end to summer with Labor Day weekend around the corner.
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Weather including the coming arrival of post-tropical cyclone Debby is causing flight delays across the country including at Philadelphia International Airport.
The Dallas-based airline is putting an end to its open seating policy, will begin offering premium seating and is introducing redeye flight options.
A group of Boy Scouts from Camden County is on the way home Saturday after being stranded in Saint Croix because their flight to Philadelphia got canceled due to the global tech outage.
Problems continue at airports, including Philadelphia International Airport, after the cybersecurity failure that has grounded thousands of flights and paralyzed operations worldwide.
Multiple airlines at Philadelphia International Airport are reporting system outages that are causing delays and cancellations.
Norwegian Cruise Line will begin offering trips out of the Port of Philadelphia starting in 2026, the cruise line announced Wednesday.
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Saturday is expected to be the second-busiest travel day at Philadelphia International Airport - over the week the airport could welcome as many as 700,000 travelers, numbers not seen since the COVID-19 pandemic. Ross DiMattei reports.
Philadelphia International Airport expects nearly 700,00 people to travel during the July 4th holiday weekend. Ray Strickland reports.
Low gas prices are something for drivers to celebrate this July 4th, with costs at the pump expected to hit their lowest levels for this time of year since 2021. The average price of gasoline on Independence Day is expected to be $3.50 per gallon nationwide, the lowest price it's been on the busy travel holiday in three years. Ross DiMattei reports from the Farley Service Plaza on the Atlantic City Expressway where many drivers will be passing through on the way to the Jersey Shore.
Passengers said they waited in long lines and dealt with long waits on the tarmac at Philadelphia International Airport Monday.
Doctors are warning that COVID spreads easily in crowded conditions like those expected during the busy Fourth of July holiday, and cases are rising in many states. Stephanie Stahl reports.
USA Today has named Philadelphia the most walkable city in the United States on a new list.
Severe weather stranded hundreds of travelers at Philadelphia International Airport over the weekend, and some are still figuring out how to get home and when they can get their bags.
Travelers expressed frustration after hundreds of flights in and out of Philadelphia International Airport were delayed or canceled Sunday and Monday.
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Philly pride was on display in London, fans said, during the Philadelphia Phillies' games against the New York Mets in the UK.
Many Phillies fans returning to Philadelphia from watching the team in London said Philly pride was on display in the United Kingdom over the weekend.
The Philadelphia International Airport announced a new employee service excellence program called PHL Works. Here is what passengers need to know as PHL prepares for a possible record-breaking summer.
With more than half a million people from the Philadelphia area expected to travel over the holiday weekend, here's what you need to know about traffic on the roads and at the airport through Memorial Day.
Wet weather and traffic slowed travel as the Memorial Day weekend wound down Monday evening. "A little wet, lots of traffic," one traveler on the Pennsylvania Turnpike said.
The Transportation Security Administration said more than 2.95 million individuals were screened at airport checkpoints on Friday.
A special art show at Bryn Mawr Rehab Hospital aims to raise community awareness about cognitive and physical disabilities.
The 20th annual Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation Lemon Ball will raise awareness and funds for critical research and recognize amazing childhood cancer heroes.
The 2026 Philadelphia Flower Show, which coincides with country's 250th birthday, will celebrate the people, places and legacies that have shaped gardening throughout American history.
Nearly a century later, Girl Scout cookies are still going strong — and they have their origins in Philadelphia, the "birthplace of cookies."
Regina McCann Hess, a certified financial planner, says divorce can be one of the biggest financial transactions of your life.
A four-alarm fire broke out at a high-rise building in Atlantic City, New Jersey.
A special art show at Bryn Mawr Rehab Hospital aims to raise community awareness about cognitive and physical disabilities.
The 20th annual Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation Lemon Ball will raise awareness and funds for critical research and recognize amazing childhood cancer heroes.
The 2026 Philadelphia Flower Show, which coincides with country's 250th birthday, will celebrate the people, places and legacies that have shaped gardening throughout American history.
The Eagles have fired offensive coordinator Kevin Patullo, two days after the Birds' loss to the 49ers in the wild-card round.
A special art show at Bryn Mawr Rehab Hospital aims to raise community awareness about cognitive and physical disabilities.
The 20th annual Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation Lemon Ball will raise awareness and funds for critical research and recognize amazing childhood cancer heroes.
The 2026 Philadelphia Flower Show, which coincides with country's 250th birthday, will celebrate the people, places and legacies that have shaped gardening throughout American history.
Regina McCann Hess, a certified financial planner, says divorce can be one of the biggest financial transactions of your life.
Officials in Philadelphia say they're working to reopen the Center City bus terminal in time for celebrations of America's 250th birthday.
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.
New Jersey is suing a recycling company over a series of fires at scrap metal yards in Camden.
The Paterson School District says the teacher accused of giving special needs students hot sauce as a form of discipline has been relieved of her duties.
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.
Hundreds of people gathered for a final farewell to Delaware State Trooper Matthew "Ty" Snook after he was shot and killed inside a Wilmington DMV.
Delaware State Police Cpl. Matthew "Ty" Snook will be laid to rest on Monday, nearly two weeks after he was shot and killed inside the Wilmington DMV.
Lawmakers who represent the Philadelphia area gave their opinions on the U.S.' military operation in Venezuela on Saturday.
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.
A potentially deadly and drug-resistant fungus is spreading nationwide, including New York and New Jersey.
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.
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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.
One person was killed after a crash involving a horse and buggy in the 4000 block of Strasburg Road in Salisbury Township.
Brian Daboll and Todd Monken are some of the candidates who could become the next offensive coordinator of the Philadelphia Eagles.
The Phillies acquired Chase Shugart in a trade with the Pirates, days after Pittsburgh designated the pitcher for assignment.
The Eagles have fired offensive coordinator Kevin Patullo, two days after the Birds' loss to the 49ers in the wild-card round.
Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin has informed the team that he is stepping down from his position.
Temple University assistant men's basketball coach Bill Courtney has died suddenly, the school announced Tuesday. He was 55.
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."
Ukee Washington 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.
Temple University assistant men's basketball coach Bill Courtney has died suddenly, the school announced Tuesday. He was 55.
Firefighters described the hazardous but ultimately successful firefight at the Brighton Towers high-rise building in Atlantic City after a fire broke out Wednesday morning. Wakisha Bailey reports.
Over the last two decades, CBS News Philadelphia has been honored to share the incredible work of the Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation in the fight against childhood cancer. This month, Alex's will host its 20th annual Lemon Ball to raise awareness and funds for critical research, and recognize amazing childhood cancer heroes and their families.
The National Transportation Safety Board has released new information on a deadly helicopter crash in Hammonton, New Jersey. The crash happened Dec. 28, 2025.
Girl Scout cookie season is here – a nearly century-old tradition that has its origins in Philadelphia. It all started 94 years ago, when Girl Scouts baked and sold cookies in the windows of the Philadelphia Gas and Electric Company. A historical marker stands today where it all happened near Arch and North Broad streets.