Joseph Kokulo, JROTC member, identified as 18-year-old killed in Trenton fire
The 18-year-old who died in the Trenton fire that destroyed several row homes Friday night has been identified as Joseph Kokulo.
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The 18-year-old who died in the Trenton fire that destroyed several row homes Friday night has been identified as Joseph Kokulo.
We're learning more about what happened when a deadly fire ripped through rowhomes in Trenton. The fire erupted on North Olden Avenue. It destroyed seven rowhomes, displacing 22 people. Ray Strickland reports on the young man who died in the fire.
A fire broke out around 10:30 p.m. at one home on the 1200 block of North Olden Avenue in Trenton, New Jersey and quickly spread to other homes. Eva Andersen reports.
A fire that broke out Friday night damaged multiple homes on Olden Avenue in Trenton and displaced about 20 people. Eva Andersen has the latest.
A three-alarm fire has engulfed several rowhomes in Trenton, New Jersey. Chopper 3 was over the 1200 block of Olden Avenue. Fire fighters are on the scene, working to get the fire under control. The block is being evacuated. No word yet on any injuries, or what caused the fire.
Adam Saltzman, an Air Force veteran, was paired with a service dog through the K9s For Warriors program, which provides veterans with a service dog to help them cope with mental health issues.
Trenton makes, now the hockey world takes! New Jersey's capital city is becoming a hockey town once again.
Trenton is bringing professional ice hockey back to the Garden State capital ahead of the 2026-2027 season. A new minor league team will play in the ECHL starting in 2026 and feature players hoping to eventually reach the NHL.
Prosecutors said a man lost control of his vehicle after he was shot in Trenton, New Jersey, late Friday night, causing him to crash into a police car and hit another person.
Officials confirmed to CBS News Philadelphia that a shooting happened along the 700 block of Ohio Avenue in Trenton, New Jersey.
Tensions were high Thursday morning in Trenton's Chambersburg neighborhood as ICE agents surrounded a home in an attempt to detain a man without showing a warrant.
Tensions were high Thursday morning in Trenton's Chambersburg neighborhood as ICE agents surrounded a home in an attempt to detain a man without a warrant.
Neighbors noticed the winds picking up very quickly as a massive tree fell on two homes along Newell Avenue in Trenton Friday night.
Strong winds left behind quite a bit of damage. Large trees came down on houses in Trenton. Kerri Corrado reports on how neighbors noticed the winds picking up very quickly.
The mayor of Trenton authorized an emergency curfew in response to public safety concerns. It's for businesses on East State Street, between Carroll Street and South Broad Street, and it runs from 10 p.m. to 7 a.m., starting Friday. The mayor says there has been ongoing violence in this area, so the city is taking action to protect the community. The curfew will be removed on August 17.
Police are investigating after four people were shot on Passaic Street in Trenton.
One person died and three others were injured in a shooting in Trenton, New Jersey, Thursday night, the prosecutor's office said.
The city of Trenton is making moves to keep the community cool on Day 3 of the heat wave.
Capital Health is closing its emergency department and outpatient clinic at Bert and Hamilton avenues in East Trenton, New Jersey.
Capital Health is shutting down its campus at Bert and Hamilton avenues in Trenton, New Jersey — the former St. Francis Medical Center — because of structural issues in an adjoining building. As of 7 a.m. on Thursday, patients requiring emergency or acute care will be diverted to Capital Health Regional Medical Center in Trenton and Capital Health Medical Center-Hopewell in Pennington, Capital said.
The fire in Trenton displaced 24 people. The Red Cross is assisting people who were displaced by the blaze.
Three people and a dog were rescued from a fire in Trenton that displaced 24 people on Monday, a spokesperson for the city said.
NJ Transit train engineers are preparing for a possible strike as the deadline to negotiate a new contract with the agency looms.
There are several cancellations impacting rail service on NJ Transit's River Line on Thursday morning.
What's sluggball? Ruben Amaro Jr. says sluggball is a 4-on-4 competition that unfolds over a series of fast-paced rounds.
A collaboration between Triple Bottom Brewing, Philly Pride 365 and artist Kah Yangni was designed to celebrate community, visibility and belonging.
Visitors at the Highmark Mann Center for the Performing Arts in Philadelphia this summer will be greeted by a dramatically different experience.
Students are encouraged to trade an item of clothing they don't want for a new piece at the student-run thrift store at Girls' High.
Carlos Gil-Reyes, known by friends as Carlos Manuel, was on the river just after midnight on June 5 at a large social gathering near Hawks Island.
Tuesday in the Philadelphia region will be the nicest day for the remainder of the week before the temps heat up again.
A collaboration between Triple Bottom Brewing, Philly Pride 365 and artist Kah Yangni was designed to celebrate community, visibility and belonging.
Visitors at the Highmark Mann Center for the Performing Arts in Philadelphia this summer will be greeted by a dramatically different experience.
Students are encouraged to trade an item of clothing they don't want for a new piece at the student-run thrift store at Girls' High.
Carlos Gil-Reyes, known by friends as Carlos Manuel, was on the river just after midnight on June 5 at a large social gathering near Hawks Island.
Tuesday in the Philadelphia region will be the nicest day for the remainder of the week before the temps heat up again.
A collaboration between Triple Bottom Brewing, Philly Pride 365 and artist Kah Yangni was designed to celebrate community, visibility and belonging.
Visitors at the Highmark Mann Center for the Performing Arts in Philadelphia this summer will be greeted by a dramatically different experience.
Students are encouraged to trade an item of clothing they don't want for a new piece at the student-run thrift store at Girls' High.
Carlos Gil-Reyes, known by friends as Carlos Manuel, was on the river just after midnight on June 5 at a large social gathering near Hawks Island.
A 5-year-old boy riding an e-bike was hit by a car near Truman High School in Levittown Sunday, police said.
Carlos Gil-Reyes, known by friends as Carlos Manuel, was on the river just after midnight on June 5 at a large social gathering near Hawks Island.
While many LGBTQ+ couples have historically chosen to live in big cities, more are now moving to the suburbs across the Philadelphia region.
Four former employees of the now-shuttered Gillian's Wonderland Pier are working to preserve the nostalgia that once lined the Ocean City boardwalk.
From newsroom to taproom, the new lager is launching just in time for America's 250th anniversary.
The NTSB released a preliminary report Thursday on the school bus crash in Gibbstown that left a child dead in May.
A teenager was arrested after she allegedly stabbed her hairdresser and another person inside a Wilmington hair salon, Delaware State Police said.
Gordon Turner was convicted of murder and other charges after hitting and killing a University of Delaware student with a U-Haul van last year.
A star high school lacrosse player in Delaware is back on the field after a mysterious condition in his jaw turned out to be something much more serious.
Delaware State troopers found the young girl dead in her bedroom after her father allegedly hit her multiple times with a belt.
This weekend's rare blue moon may be visible in the Philadelphia area this Saturday and Sunday.
Dr. Peter Stafford was working with a missionary group in the Congo when he came down with the virus last month.
A star high school lacrosse player in Delaware is back on the field after a mysterious condition in his jaw turned out to be something much more serious.
Researchers at Penn Medicine say the revolutionary cancer treatment CAR-T therapy may also help patients with kidney failure.
Preliminary research out of Penn Medicine indicates that GLP-1 drugs could prevent breast cancer, but more study is needed.
ChristianaCare Hospital, Aston — Delaware County's first micro-hospital — is expected to treat 15,000 patients annually.
The Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board says it will begin approving the extended-hours permits for Philadelphia businesses within the next week.
Two top-rated and critically acclaimed restaurants in the Philadelphia area are receiving a new honor.
Sportswear brand Mitchell & Ness is opening a new three-story flagship store in Center City Philadelphia.
Caesars Entertainment is being acquired for almost $6 billion by Fertitta, the company that owns Las Vegas' Golden Nugget and chains like Rainforest Cafe and Morton's.
Pennsylvania and Philadelphia officials announced an investment that could impact the city's sports teams located in South Philly.
A new website helps visitors and residents check traffic conditions before heading to events in Philadelphia this summer.
PennDOT is replacing a bridge built in 1950 that carries State Road across the Darby Creek, linking Upper Darby and Springfield townships.
SEPTA's South Broad Concourse links 15th/City Hall and Walnut-Locust stations and reopened after being closed for six years.
A police pursuit that started in Philadelphia's Kensington section ended with a car fire along I-95 Friday afternoon, sources said.
SEPTA's board voted to approve its annual service plan Thursday, including the transit authority's first-ever comprehensive bus redesign.
Philadelphia Union and Ivory Coast fans filled the stands at Subaru Park for a friendly Monday night match ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Cristopher Sánchez struck out 10 and allowed two runs in seven innings to win for the sixth time in seven starts, Adolis García hit a two-run homer and the Philadelphia Phillies beat the Toronto Blue Jays 5-2.
Mike Gansey acknowledges that the Sixers are not currently a championship-caliber team.
Restaurants in Philadelphia are preparing to welcome visitors from around the world with the FIFA World Cup starting this week.
Sean Mannion is still months away from calling plays in an NFL game for the first time, but Jordan Mailata had high praise for the Eagles' new offensive coordinator.
"Schmigadoon!" — which was tied for the most nominations, with 12 — won Best Musical, and "Liberation" took home the honor of Best Play at the 2026 Tony Awards.
"LUZIA" showcases Mexican culture under the Big Top at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center in Oaks through June 7.
The American Music Awards celebrate fan favorites in the music world and feature performances from multiple artists.
Patti LaBelle said she's "having fun living it down" as the legendary singer marks her 82nd birthday.
Rob Base, the MC whose lyrics lit up the dancefloor classic "It Takes Two" and got countless people moving worldwide, passed away Friday.
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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.
Fire crews were called to I-95 northbound in Bensalem on Tuesday morning after a 6,000-gallon tanker truck caught fire. Traffic is now moving again and lanes have reopened.
During Pride Month, Philadelphia's Triple Bottom Brewery has teamed up with Philly Pride 365 and a local artist to create its Pride Pale Ale, a collaboration that combines, art, advocacy and local flavor.
The three winners of Herr's "Flavored by Philly: Taste the 250" campaign are loaded cheese fries, hickory barbecue and jalapeno cream cheese.
The Highmark Mann Center for the Performing Arts is set to unveil a multimillion dollar renovation as it celebrates three major milestones in the iconic venue's history.
Tuesday will warm to the 80s with a mix of sun and clouds before humidity, temperatures and threats of storms increase later this week. NEXT Weather Meteorologist Kate Bilo has the latest forecast.