South Jersey family shares struggle to get 85-year-old grandmother out of Ukraine
Galina Kovalska was living in Zhytomyr, Ukraine when Russian troops invaded the country.
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Galina Kovalska was living in Zhytomyr, Ukraine when Russian troops invaded the country.
The medal is presented to those who work to secure liberty for people around the world.
Hope Community Church in Ridley Park gathered supplies on Sunday.
As seasons change, volunteers are now revamping their efforts to help the people of Ukraine as the war continues.
Jasmine Payoute reports.
CBS News foreign correspondent Debora Patta has been on the front lines of the war giving us a first-hand look at the devastation.
Two members of the Jewish Federation of Southern New Jersey are on their way to Poland.
It's safe and quiet here at the church. It's a stark contrast to the violence and destruction Alla Pukhtetska and Veronika Matviienko left behind.
Tears welled up in Petryk's eyes as she recounted the harrowing moment she realized her country was under attack.
It's not going to the Ukrainian army, but to humanitarian and emergency workers.
"We may not be Ukrainian and we may not be from over there, but we still feel for them," Geller said.
"You are seeing the very best of humanity and then you're seeing what the very worst of humanity can do to other people," he said.
Volunteers say while they may be far in distance, their hearts and hands are of service to the people of Ukraine.
They're now teaming up with Pravda Brewery in Ukraine. At the start of the invasion, they were put on the world stage when they stopped producing beer and started producing Molotov cocktails.
Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick acknowledges that while, at least for now, this ban will cost Americans, he says it is the only way to break Russia's grip on our wallets.
Several hundred boxes will be picked up on Wednesday en route to the Poland-Ukraine border, and it can't arrive soon enough.
Services were held all day at the Ukrainian Catholic Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception. The Philadelphia area is home to thousands of people of Ukrainian descent.
Leaders across the Philadelphia region are speaking out against Russia's attack on Ukraine, with many condemning the action.
Heinzen says a possible Russian invasion could prompt a spike in energy prices. This means even higher prices at the pump.
They are closely watching developments as Russia deploys tens of thousands of troops to the border with Ukraine for a possible invasion.
At the direction of Pope Francis, a so-called marathon prayer service was held here and at other Ukrainian churches around the world.
Manor College was founded by the Ukrainian Sisters of Saint Basil the Great 75 years ago. The college has a Ukrainian Heritage Center on campus and holds events throughout the year to celebrate and educate the public on Ukrainian culture.
As tensions rise on the Ukrainian border with Russia, local Ukrainians in our region are banding together.
Senator Pat Toomey said Russia's efforts to intimidate a Navy ship are part of Vladimir Putin's to regain dominance in the Baltic Sea and predicted the White House will take no action in response.
Chris discusses the happenings over the weekend regarding Russia's involvement in a rocket attack that downed a Malaysian Airlines plane last week and Israel's invasion into Gaza, as well as Rory McIlroy stating he is "proud of himself" following his win at the British Open. He talks to Jeff Roe and Chaka Fattah Jr. on the Monday Morning Matchup at 7:00 and Phillies Manager Ryne Sandberg at 8:20.
Mika Zibanejad became the Rangers' all-time leader in power-play goals in New York's 6-3 win over Philadelphia.
Have your winter gear ready and try to lay down some salt to help melt any of the slushy snow.
Thousands of dollars worth of high-demand GLP-1 weight loss drugs were stolen from a pharmacy in Bucks County.
Jaylon Tyson scored a career-high 39 points, as the short-handed Cleveland Cavaliers completed a two-game sweep of the Philadelphia 76ers Friday night.
Pennsylvania's two sitting senators, Republican Dave McCormick and Democrat John Fetterman, told CBS News they do not support a U.S. military takeover of Greenland.
Mika Zibanejad became the Rangers' all-time leader in power-play goals in New York's 6-3 win over Philadelphia.
Have your winter gear ready and try to lay down some salt to help melt any of the slushy snow.
Thousands of dollars worth of high-demand GLP-1 weight loss drugs were stolen from a pharmacy in Bucks County.
Point Breeze residents woke up Friday morning to shattered car windows after a series of overnight break-ins.
Jaylon Tyson scored a career-high 39 points, as the short-handed Cleveland Cavaliers completed a two-game sweep of the Philadelphia 76ers Friday night.
Thousands of dollars worth of high-demand GLP-1 weight loss drugs were stolen from a pharmacy in Bucks County.
A police source told CBS News Philadelphia Friday that Jahmez Cartwright, 18, has contacted his family and said he is safe.
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.
The Atlantic County Prosecutor's Office is moving to dismiss all pending indictments against La'quetta Small.
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.
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.
Mika Zibanejad became the Rangers' all-time leader in power-play goals in New York's 6-3 win over Philadelphia.
Jaylon Tyson scored a career-high 39 points, as the short-handed Cleveland Cavaliers completed a two-game sweep of the Philadelphia 76ers Friday night.
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.
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.
Here is everything you need to know about how to watch and stream the 2026 Golden Globes.
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.
Several cars were hit overnight on Ellsworth Street near Chew Playground in Philadelphia's Point Breeze neighborhood, according to police. Jan Carabeo has your latest morning headlines with weather from Meteorologist Tammie Souza.
Expect more snow in the northwest on Saturday, with rain in South Jersey and Delaware; then on Sunday, South Jersey and Delaware could see some more significant snowfall as a coastal storm arrives. Meteorologist Tammie Souza has the latest on this double dose of winter weather hitting the Philadelphia region this weekend.
Have your winter gear ready and try to lay down some salt to help melt any of the slushy snow. Bill Kelly has the forecast.
Thousands of dollars worth of high-demand GLP-1 weight loss drugs were stolen from a pharmacy in Bucks County. Ross DeMattei reports.
A Philadelphia police source told CBS News Philadelphia on Friday that the teen has contacted his family and said that he is safe.