Philadelphia veterans receive awards, haircuts and bicycles at Vet Fest 2024
Philadelphia leaders honored military veterans, and vendors were on hand to provide support.
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Philadelphia leaders honored military veterans, and vendors were on hand to provide support.
Eugene Richardson, 98, and one of the few surviving members of the Philadelphia chapter of the Tuskegee Airmen, always knew he wanted to fly.
Communities across the Philadelphia region will remember those who died serving in the United States military with ceremonies and parades Monday.
Laurel Hill Cemetery was the first site in Philadelphia to celebrate Memorial Day, and the tradition continued Sunday.
Laurel Hill Cemetery hosted a Memorial Day ceremony to honor those who died serving the United States. The cemetery was the first site in Philadelphia to celebrate the holiday in 1868, when it was known as "Decoration Day."
John C.G. Kerr, originally from Florida, was 35 when he was reported missing in 1967.
Now in its fifth year, Operation Yellow Ribbon's annual fundraising event aims to collect donations to provide comfort and essential items to United States military personnel serving abroad.
U.S. military veterans and ROTC members gathered to honor World War II veteran Benjamin Barry in Philadelphia Monday.
Family, friends and military colleagues are gathering in Georgia for the funerals of Staff Sgt. William Jerome Rivers, Sgt. Kennedy Sanders and Sgt. Breonna Moffett, who were killed in a drone attack on a U.S. base in Jordan.
Sgt. William Jerome Rivers was one of the three United States Army Reserve soldiers who was killed in a drone attack in Jordan
Sgt. William Jerome Rivers, who went to Germantown High School in Philadelphia, was one of three United States Army Reserve soldiers killed in a drone attack in Jordan.
One of three U.S. Army Reserve soldiers killed in a drone attack over on Sunday in Jordan is from the Philadelphia region.
Dustin Unger, a New Jersey Air National Guard Tech Sergeant, surprised his two kids at school after missing the holidays due to his deployment to Saudi Arabia.
U.S. Air Force 2nd Lt. Madison Marsh is the first active-duty service member to win the Miss America competition.
The service members were identified as Stephen R. Dwyer, Shane M. Barnes, Tanner W. Grone, Andrew P. Southard and Cade M. Wolfe.
The Eagles gave a special honor to the men and women of the armed forces who serve and have served our country in their Salute to Service Game presented by Toyota.
CBS News analysis of data compiled by The Violence Project shows 26% of mass shooters since 1966 have military experience — a much higher share than the general U.S. population.
The Osprey aircraft, which was conducting a training exercise, was carrying 23 personnel, the U.S. Marines said.
The F-16 training program is being supported by a coalition of 11 NATO countries and requires official US approval because the jets are American technology.
A former military intelligence officer-turned-whistleblower told House lawmakers that Congress is being kept in the dark about unidentified anomalous phenomena.
While King's decision to make a dash into North Korea may have some propaganda value for Kim Jong Un, the soldier also poses a problem for a regime.
The United States Marine Corps does not have a Senate-confirmed leader for the first time in more than a century after Commandant of the Marine Corps General David Berger retired after more than 40 years of service Monday.
The new data, shared exclusively with CBS News, covers the years from 1980 until the federal courts lifted the ban against gay and lesbian service members in 2010.
CBS News Philadelphia was there at the National Constitution Center for a flag-raising ceremony.
Madalyn Crackel and Carol Kovacs are known around Masonic Village at Burlington as Happy Hookers.
Crews have found the body of Davoris Carter, the 14-year-old who went missing while swimming in Wildwood earlier this month, police said Wednesday.
A motorcyclist died in a crash on Henry Avenue in Philadelphia's Roxborough neighborhood Wednesday, police said.
The Eagles added some depth to their defensive line by signing A.J. Epenesa, who spent the last six seasons with the Buffalo Bills.
More than 300 school-based positions in the School District of Philadelphia are being preserved after the city committed $48 million to the district.
Philadelphia International Airport is also on alert, especially with an increased number of travelers for the six World Cup matches in South Philly.
More than 300 school-based positions in the School District of Philadelphia are being preserved after the city committed $48 million to the district.
Crews have found the body of Davoris Carter, the 14-year-old who went missing while swimming in Wildwood earlier this month, police said Wednesday.
Police released surveillance footage Wednesday of two suspects wanted in the fatal shooting of a Penn State student in South Philly.
A motorcyclist died in a crash on Henry Avenue in Philadelphia's Roxborough neighborhood Wednesday, police said.
Wednesday in the Philadelphia region will come with two noticeable changes — an increase in humidity and a few storms that pass by the area.
A motorcyclist died in a crash on Henry Avenue in Philadelphia's Roxborough neighborhood Wednesday, police said.
More than 300 school-based positions in the School District of Philadelphia are being preserved after the city committed $48 million to the district.
Philadelphia International Airport is also on alert, especially with an increased number of travelers for the six World Cup matches in South Philly.
The U.S. Coast Guard is one of the agencies monitoring safety and security during World Cup matches in South Philadelphia.
Police released surveillance footage Wednesday of two suspects wanted in the fatal shooting of a Penn State student in South Philly.
Crews have found the body of Davoris Carter, the 14-year-old who went missing while swimming in Wildwood earlier this month, police said Wednesday.
Cristian Custodio-Aquino faces 30 years in prison for killing Dr. Michael Anthony, who owned Haddon Vet.
More than 50 shots were fired in a shooting that hurt seven people in Trenton, New Jersey, Tuesday night, local officials say.
Four high school seniors will be awarded scholarships in honor of Danielle Kousoulis, a South Jersey woman who died on 9/11.
The City of Camden ordered EMR Recycling to cease operations after a number of scrap yard fires broke out at the facility.
Anticipation grows in Delaware's West African community as the Ivory Coast's national soccer team settles into its Wilmington hotel ahead of the World Cup.
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.
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.
Target is voluntarily recalling two types of baby wipes due to concerns that the products may be contaminated with bacteria that may cause "serious and life-threatening infections," the U.S. Food and Drug Administration said on Friday.
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.
Organizers say they want the FIFA Fan Festival in Philadelphia to be "soccer Coachella" for fans from around the world.
SEPTA says it's making improvements to the train station in the South Philadelphia Sports Complex.
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.
The Eagles added some depth to their defensive line by signing A.J. Epenesa, who spent the last six seasons with the Buffalo Bills.
Philadelphia International Airport is also on alert, especially with an increased number of travelers for the six World Cup matches in South Philly.
The U.S. Coast Guard is one of the agencies monitoring safety and security during World Cup matches in South Philadelphia.
Organizers say they want the FIFA Fan Festival in Philadelphia to be "soccer Coachella" for fans from around the world.
Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Johan Rojas will miss the rest of the season because of a ligament tear that requires surgery.
The Godmother of Soul — Philly's own Patti LaBelle — received a Lifetime Achievement Award during the college's Rhythm and RISE celebration.
"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.
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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.
Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker and other city leaders on Wednesday said they have a plan to protect 340 school-based jobs in the district for five years.
Cristian Custodio-Aquino, of Oregon, pleaded guilty to the 2024 murder of Dr. Michael Anthony, a popular veterinarian in South Jersey, prosecutors say.
Police released surveillance footage Wednesday of two suspects wanted in the fatal shooting of Penn State student Billy Schmidt in South Philadelphia.
Bill Kelly has the latest NEXT Weather forecast for the Philadelphia region on a humid Wednesday night.
With multiple World Cup matches in Philadelphia, the FBI said human trafficking is on its radar.