Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal begins with release of hostages, prisoners
The first three Israeli hostages were released after the ceasefire officially began. Hours later, Israel released 90 Palestinian prisoners and detainees.
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The first three Israeli hostages were released after the ceasefire officially began. Hours later, Israel released 90 Palestinian prisoners and detainees.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office announced that Israel's negotiating team had finalized a deal on the release of hostages held in Gaza.
Jewish and Muslim community leaders in the Philadelphia area share their relief after news of a ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas broke.
A ceasefire in Lebanon between Israel and the Iran-backed militant group Hezbollah appeared to be holding several hours after it began.
The death of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar "is an important landmark in the decline of the evil rule of Hamas," Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said.
Rabbi Beth Kalisch of Beth David Reform Congregation in Gladwyne led her community in prayer Wednesday for the beginning of Rosh Hashana, the Jewish new year.
As Rosh Hashana begins, Jews in Philadelphia are praying for peace and reflecting on a difficult year.
Hassan Nasrallah, the longtime leader of Iran-backed Hezbollah, was killed in an airstrike in Lebanon's capital Beirut.
Israel's biggest union goes on strike as Benjamin Netanyahu faces a surge of anger and demands to nail down a cease-fire with Hamas.
Macklemore said he canceled a concert in Dubai over the United Arab Emirates' role "in the ongoing genocide and humanitarian crisis" in Sudan.
Antony Blinken returns to Israel at a "decisive moment" amid negotiations to secure a cease-fire with Hamas and avert a wider war.
The Pope stressed that sport also has "a great social power, capable of peacefully uniting people from different cultures."
The Wall Street Journal calls reporter Evan Gershkovich's conviction on spying charges in Russia "bogus," but it may clear the way for a prisoner swap.
Four Israeli hostages taken by Hamas were rescued during an operation in Gaza, but Hamas officials say hundreds of Palestinians were killed in the raid.
In France to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the Allied forces' pivotal D-Day landings in Normandy, President Biden honors WWII troops who freed Europe from tyranny.
The International Criminal Court's top prosecutor is seeking arrest warrants for Israel's prime minister, defense minister and 3 top Hamas leaders.
Israeli forces took "operational control" of the Gaza side of the vital Rafah border crossing as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu dismissed the latest cease-fire proposal.
College campus protests in solidarity with Palestinians amid Israel's war with Hamas in the Gaza Strip are spreading far beyond the U.S.
Hamas says it received the cease-fire proposal from Israel after a high-level Egyptian delegation wrapped up a visit to Israel.
Protesters nationwide are demanding that their schools divest from companies they say are enabling the Israel-Hamas war as officials say outside agitators "spew hate and antisemitism."
In an exclusive interview with CBS News' Norah O'Donnell, Pope Francis called for "negotiated peace" in Ukraine and Gaza, noting the devastating effects war has on children.
Families gathered in New Jersey Monday night to mark the start of Passover, the annual celebration of the Israelites' exodus from slavery in Egypt.
Antisemitic chants and even threats against Jewish students have brought the tension of the Middle East onto U.S. college campuses.
Papua New Guinea's Prime Minister James Marape has accused President Biden of disparaging the South Pacific island nation by implying that an uncle had been eaten by "cannibals" there during World War II.
They spoke with CBS3, recapping their trip and its impact on Philadelphians.
Spring officially begins Friday morning in the Philadelphia region ahead of a warmer weekend.
David Mirkovic had 29 points and 17 rebounds, and No. 3 seed Illinois dominated No. 14 seed Penn 105-70 on Thursday night in the first round of the NCAA Tournament.
Five Philadelphia men were convicted in connection with a violent carjacking ring, where they would allegedly ship the stolen cars to Africa for resale.
Terrence Hill Jr. made a stepback 3-pointer in overtime, and No. 11 VCU erased a 19-point second-half deficit to stun North Carolina in the first round of the NCAA Tournament.
Last year, electricity rates in New Jersey spiked more than almost any other state, according to a new congressional report.
Outrage is growing after a school crossing guard was attacked on the job in Darby Borough, Pennsylvania.
Spring officially begins Friday morning in the Philadelphia region ahead of a warmer weekend.
David Mirkovic had 29 points and 17 rebounds, and No. 3 seed Illinois dominated No. 14 seed Penn 105-70 on Thursday night in the first round of the NCAA Tournament.
Additional security checkpoints at PHL are closed as a partial government shutdown affecting TSA drags on.
Six NCAA Division I men's basketball tournament games will be played in Philadelphia. Here's what to know as March Madness returns for the first time since 2022.
Five Philadelphia men were convicted in connection with a violent carjacking ring, where they would allegedly ship the stolen cars to Africa for resale.
Terrence Hill Jr. made a stepback 3-pointer in overtime, and No. 11 VCU erased a 19-point second-half deficit to stun North Carolina in the first round of the NCAA Tournament.
A Pennsylvania man was sentenced to decades behind bars for a 2024 shooting near the Dominican festival in Allentown.
Outrage is growing after a school crossing guard was attacked on the job in Darby Borough, Pennsylvania.
An attorney for one of the teens said the students have hearings and expects the charges against his client to be dismissed.
Last year, electricity rates in New Jersey spiked more than almost any other state, according to a new congressional report.
Police in South Jersey are looking for two people caught on camera stealing a high-performance Dodge Charger Daytona from a driveway in Washington Township.
A South Jersey nonprofit is teaching women how to defend themselves while also launching a new effort to support those recovering from difficult situations.
Crews are working around the clock in Medford Township after Monday night's powerful storm knocked down telephone poles and more.
A Cherry Hill couple is trying to find the origin of the peacock who's now wandering around near their home.
An EF-1 tornado touched down in Kent County, Delaware, Monday night as severe storms hit the Philadelphia region, the National Weather Service said Tuesday.
Thousands of people spent the night without electricity around the Philadelphia area after Monday's storms.
With the region under a tornado watch through 7 p.m., several school districts have announced closings and early dismissals.
A teenager in Newark, Delaware is being charged with first degree murder after stabbing a rideshare driver multiple times, police say.
Up-and-coming bands are sharing their sound in between the aisles at Fiesta Fresh Farmers Market.
A popular national brand has joined a Philadelphia kidney patient and advocate to raise awareness and save lives.
Earl Jones is thriving after receiving a heart transplant at Temple University Hospital decades ago.
After years of being misdiagnosed, Mary Schneider is raising awareness about narcolepsy and other sleep disorders.
New Jersey Sen. Andy Kim is opening up about his father's Alzheimer's diagnosis in hopes of helping others struggling like him to care for their loved ones.
New owners say Springfield Hospital could reopen as soon as this year, bring much-needed health care to Delaware County.
The Franklin Mall in Northeast Philadelphia is set to reopen Friday after being because of a fire, a spokesperson said.
The Franklin Mall in Northeast Philadelphia is closed until further notice following a fire, a mall security official said.
Move over, Wawa, "there's a new player in town." Customers shed light on Pennsylvania's heated rivalry as Sheetz opened its first store in Montgomery County.
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.
The Walt Whitman Bridge is back open Wednesday after it was closed in both directions Tuesday night because of police activity.
Additional security checkpoints at PHL are closed as a partial government shutdown affecting TSA drags on.
Fire crews were called to the Valley Forge Service Area on the Pennsylvania Turnpike for a truck fire Friday morning.
Construction in Upper Darby and Newtown Square has frustrated drivers. PennDOT says work is set to be completed at the end of the year.
TSA workers are impacted by the government shutdown and the agency is dealing with staffing constraints, including at PHL.
David Mirkovic had 29 points and 17 rebounds, and No. 3 seed Illinois dominated No. 14 seed Penn 105-70 on Thursday night in the first round of the NCAA Tournament.
Terrence Hill Jr. made a stepback 3-pointer in overtime, and No. 11 VCU erased a 19-point second-half deficit to stun North Carolina in the first round of the NCAA Tournament.
The Philadelphia Eagles and veteran running back Dameon Pierce, 26, agreed to a one-year contract on Thursday.
Philadelphia Soccer 2026 announced more details about the FIFA Fan Festival tied to the city's World Cup matches.
Noah Cates scored on a deflection off goalie Lukas Dostal's skate at 2:17 of overtime and — after a review for offsides on the play — the Philadelphia Flyers beat the Anaheim Ducks 3-2 on Wednesday night.
Michael B. Jordan's best actor win at Sunday night's Academy Awards resonated at his alma mater, Arts High School in Newark.
A West Philadelphia hip-hop artist is using his music to inspire others and bring people together.
"One Battle After Another" took home several big awards, including Best Picture, Best Director and the newly created Best Casting.
Watch scenes from the performances nominated for best supporting actress at the 98th annual Academy Awards, as well as interviews with the nominees.
The Ministry of Awe on 3rd Street in Philadelphia features five floors of art installations, interactive exhibits and more.
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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.
Bill Kelly says Friday in the Philadelphia region will be mostly sunny, but then rain showers move into the area.
Penn was knocked out of March Madness after losing to Illinois, but students are already looking forward to next season.
Maria Popol was found dead inside her Telford Borough apartment last weekend, according to Bucks County officials.
A homicide investigation is underway after a 23-year-old woman was found dead inside her Telford Borough apartment last weekend, Bucks County officials announced Thursday.
Bill Kelly has the latest NEXT Weather forecast for the Philadelphia region on Thursday night.