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Boardwalk Empire has captivated viewers, taking them on a wild ride through history back to the bootlegging days on the boardwalk. The HBO hit TV series focuses on Atlantic City during the prohibition era and has been nominated for 18 Emmy Awards.
Veronica Dudo is an award-winning journalist who has covered everything from breaking news to red carpet celebrity interviews.
By Seth Everett: If you are reading this on Monday, July 18, 2011, then there are 16 days left until the Trade Deadline.
With 17 days left until the trade deadline, I had the pleasure of speaking exclusively with the assistant general manager of the Phillies, Scott Proefrock, Sunday morning on Sportsradio 610 WIP.
Senator McConnell's proposal to raise the U.S. debt ceiling reaches a new low in Congressional profiles in cowardice.
By Seth Everett: Let's just play already! I feel like I'm on Spring Break. The Phillies haven't played since that drubbing of the Braves on Sunday.
Well, the All-Star game did have low ratings, & I'm sure Philly folks stopped after Cliff Lee was taken out, but nonetheless, I wanted to present my 1st exclusive podcast.
The 14-1 torching of the Atlanta Braves in one of the recent games at The Bank calmed a lot of nerves in Phillies Nation. While five Phillies have traveled toPhoenixto take part in All Star Game festivities, only two figure to play: Roy Halladay and Cliff Lee.
This week, Philadelphia Union midfielder Brian Carroll talks with co-hosts Greg Orlandini and Eli Pearlman-Storch.
If you have young children and are overwhelmed by all the "stuff" you seem to "need" to keep them busy and happy and safe, you should check out this link. Apparently you only "need" 5 things for your toddler.
As I write this, it is Monday night, and the Home Run Derby is on. That's a switch for me, as for most of the last decade, I was there. I covered the Derby from 2001-2009, and now I find myself constantly searching for the remote as the "drama" simply isn't there.
Our fourth heat wave of the year is well underway today and will continue through Tuesday.
I have to give the team credit for being a better meteorologist than me or anyone in the WPHT studios.
Congresswomen Michele Bachman's candidacy for the Republican nomination was given a boost by her performance at the recent New Hampshire Debate.
As the Phillies get set to play the Braves, I've been talking about the series on many CBS Stations. Last night, I sat down with Reuben Frank on Sportsradio 610 WIP. We talked Phillies, but I also set him straight on Derek Jeter.
I got to talk to Venus and was amazed by how down to Earth she was.
Welcome to the new blog! I'm thrilled to have partnered with CBSPhilly.com, and hope that baseball fans both in Philly and across the country dig what we are putting together.
By Bill Campbell: This is one of those multiple choice weeks when so many people and topics are worthy of comment. Broadcasters don't usually face the problem of choosing a subject until they decide to put their thoughts on paper.
The Philadelphia Flyers saw an early three-goal lead vanish in a 5-4 overtime loss to the Utah Mammoth on Wednesday night.
Villanova is closing for the day due to an unspecified "threat of violence" that targeted an academic building.
The 2025 national homicide rate might be the lowest recorded in the U.S. since 1900.
The nominees for the 98th annual Academy Awards were announced Thursday morning, and though "One Battle After Another," "Marty Supreme," "Frankenstein" and "Hamnet" were all nominated for plenty, it was "Sinners" that broke through with a record-smashing 16 nominations.
Milder Thursday in Philadelphia region before snowstorm this weekend. Here's the weather forecast.
Milder Thursday in Philadelphia region before snowstorm this weekend. Here's the weather forecast.
The Philadelphia Flyers saw an early three-goal lead vanish in a 5-4 overtime loss to the Utah Mammoth on Wednesday night.
Villanova is closing for the day due to an unspecified "threat of violence" that targeted an academic building.
The 2025 national homicide rate might be the lowest recorded in the U.S. since 1900.
The new owners of the shuttered Crozer-Chester Medical Center plan to bring back essential health care services to thousands in Delaware County.
Villanova is closing for the day due to an unspecified "threat of violence" that targeted an academic building.
The man was electrocuted and died inside the Brith Sholom Apartments in West Philadelphia, officials said.
The new owners of the shuttered Crozer-Chester Medical Center plan to bring back essential health care services to thousands in Delaware County.
Penn Medicine has a new way to reduce hospital noise, as monitors and alarms can be stressful for patients, especially premature babies.
The Lower Merion Police Department donated hours to help detective Dan Gilbert after he received news that his wife had cancer.
A town hall hosted by DataOne, the company behind a proposed data center, sought to reassure the community about the project's potential impact on Vineland.
A Mansfield Township landlord allegedly used chloroform when he molested two of his tenants, officials said.
A 42-year-old Millville man was charged with attempted murder after allegedly firing multiple gunshots at New Jersey State troopers, state police said.
Ahead of a major weekend winter storm, many airlines are dropping change fees so travelers can rebook their flights.
A Luzerne County man was arrested for vandalizing a Humpty Dumpty statue at a mini golf course in Cape May, police said.
Philadelphia could see the heaviest snow of the season this weekend, but it all depends on the storm's track. Here's what we know.
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.
Penn Medicine has a new way to reduce hospital noise, as monitors and alarms can be stressful for patients, especially premature babies.
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.
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.
The Philadelphia Flyers saw an early three-goal lead vanish in a 5-4 overtime loss to the Utah Mammoth on Wednesday night.
San Francisco Giants outfielder Jung Hoo Lee was detained by Customs and Border Protection agents at LAX on Wednesday.
George Raveling, a former Villanova star player and coach, might be best known as the guy who helped bring Michael Jordan to Nike in the 1980s.
Devin Booker scored 27 points as the Suns beat the 76ers 116-110 on Tuesday night in a matchup of teams playing the second game of a back-to-back.
Phillies legends Chase Utley, Cole Hamels and Jimmy Rollins each fell short of making the Hall of Fame.
The nominees for the 98th annual Academy Awards were announced Thursday morning, and though "One Battle After Another," "Marty Supreme," "Frankenstein" and "Hamnet" were all nominated for plenty, it was "Sinners" that broke through with a record-smashing 16 nominations.
George Raveling, a former Villanova star player and coach, might be best known as the guy who helped bring Michael Jordan to Nike in the 1980s.
The 2026 Songwriters Hall of Fame inductees were revealed on "CBS Mornings" on Wednesday. See the full list.
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.
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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.
Some business owners in Philadelphia's Manayunk neighborhood say the impending weekend snow storm might help bring in some foot traffic... or the snow and cold will keep patrons away.
Villanova University is closed Thursday as police and the FBI investigate a potential threat that was made toward an academic building. Students and staff are being asked to stay off campus.
We're getting a closer look at possible timing and totals as a system looks to bring a major snowstorm to the Philadelphia region Sunday. NEXT Weather Meteorologist Kate Bilo breaks down what's looking likely and says 8-12 inches is not out of the question for some of the Philly area.
A dog was rescued by police in Upper Chichester Township, Delaware County after partially falling into an icy, frozen pool. Video of the rescue was captured on the officer's body-worn camera.
Connecticut Sen. Richard Blumenthal says a whistleblower has made public a memo that told ICE agents to enter people's homes without a judge's warrant. Blumenthal said the practice ignores the Fourth Amendment, which protects against unreasonable searches and seizures. Now he's demanding answers from Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem.