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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.
Jamie Foxx brought a double dose of entertainment to Atlantic City over the holiday weekend, hosting the Foxxhole Comedy Jam at Caesars Casino and performing a concert at the House of Blues in Showboat Casino.
The holiday weekend has remained hot with high temperatures in the upper 80s to around 90 so far. There will not be much change for the holiday itself as the heat continues. An approaching cold front tonight has triggered off some showers and thunderstorms across the region.
So, with Mike Richards and Jeff Carter gone,the Flyers were going to need some help in the scoring department. Today they got it, in the form of Jaromir Jagr.
A key issue in Washington this week is the political conflict on raising the federal debt ceiling. If Congress does not act by August 2nd, the federal government will not be able to borrow additional funds resulting in a default on its' obligations.
I just finished shooting THE TALK. I was invited to guest co-host the hour long show in LA with Sharon Osbourne, Leah Remini, Sara Gilbert and Philly girl, Holly Robinson Peete. I was sitting in for Julie Chen who is on vacation.
For those who follow the NBA closely, the lockout isn't a surprise. It's unfortunate for NBA fans, especially with the fun season that just ended with an incredible Finals between the Mavs and the Heat.
Last year, as we know, was a record-setting year for days above the 90 degree mark and the 4th of July was no different - we hit 96 last year, went on to 98 the following day, and then "enjoyed" two straight days in the triple digits! That's the kind of heat where you just want to relax in a nice pool filled with ice cubes!
The KYW Philly Socccer Show talks this week with Steven Goff of the Washington Post.
A bomb squad was called out to a Philadelphia home after a grenade was thrown inside. The explosive was found to be inert.
Darby Borough's official social media pages said Mayor Joar Dahn was injured in a hit-and-run that occurred Tuesday.
A CBS News Philadelphia investigation found Trenton police use-of-force incidents have increased in 2026 despite the department earning state accreditation.
Thursday will be a fairly decent day to spend time outside in the Philadelphia region.
As restoration work continues at Lemon Hill Park following FIFA Fan Fest, some neighbors said they're concerned about debris and the condition of the park.
Cheltenham High School canceled the 2026 football season due to the hazing investigation involving multiple students and coaches.
A bomb squad was called out to a Philadelphia home after a grenade was thrown inside. The explosive was found to be inert.
Darby Borough's official social media pages said Mayor Joar Dahn was injured in a hit-and-run that occurred Tuesday.
A CBS News Philadelphia investigation found Trenton police use-of-force incidents have increased in 2026 despite the department earning state accreditation.
Thursday will be a fairly decent day to spend time outside in the Philadelphia region.
A bomb squad was called out to a Philadelphia home after a grenade was thrown inside. The explosive was found to be inert.
Darby Borough's official social media pages said Mayor Joar Dahn was injured in a hit-and-run that occurred Tuesday.
As restoration work continues at Lemon Hill Park following FIFA Fan Fest, some neighbors said they're concerned about debris and the condition of the park.
Honesty Hood died in a crash on Columbus Boulevard in South Philadelphia last weekend. The crash also injured five others.
The FBI was investigating the Dane Fine Art gallery in Ardmore Wednesday.
A CBS News Philadelphia investigation found Trenton police use-of-force incidents have increased in 2026 despite the department earning state accreditation.
Norma Yates, who lived on a Winslow Township farm, vanished in 2023. Her family is still searching for answers.
A 33-year-old man was shot and killed in Winslow Township Wednesday afternoon, Camden County officials said.
Severe storms in New Jersey brought lightning and heavy rain, with several towns experiencing flash flooding Tuesday.
Two businesses in Maple Shade are temporarily closed after a lightning strike sparked a fire, causing thousands of dollars worth of damages.
Electronic speed cameras are now in place along a busy residential road in Delaware.
Two crews from the Delaware Forest Service traveled to assist fire crews in Minnesota working to contain wildfires sparked by lightning.
A 13-year-old boy accused of assaulting two people with fireworks earlier this month in Wilmington faces attempted murder charges, police say.
The Wilmington Blue Rocks officially has a new owner, and with it comes new hope for the future of the ballpark.
New reward announced seven years after Susan Ledyard's body was recovered from the Brandywine River.
Delaware County health officials hope a mobile clinic will help get more residents vaccinated against measles.
Since May, more than 11,000 cases of illness caused by the parasite cyclospora have been reported in 41 states. This comes after the Trump administration drastically cut FDA and CDC staff, prompting one expert to call this summer's outbreaks "a national wake-up call."
The camp, hosted by Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, is designed for children with differences affecting their hands, arms or legs.
People who buy their healthcare coverage in Pennsylvania through the Affordable Care Act are expected to see their premiums skyrocket.
Pennsylvania is one of four more states now part of a cyclospora outbreak linked to shredded iceberg lettuce from central Mexico.
Customers lined up to support Somerdale Cold Cuts as it reopened after a copper theft.
While some assume landlords are required to provide air conditioning, the law is not nearly as clear-cut as it is for heat in the winter
New Jersey is set to charge companies whose workers have Medicaid health coverage.
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.
PennDOT is advising drivers about an overnight closure on the Schuylkill Expressway westbound in West Philadelphia between 30th Street and the interchange with I-676 East.
Pennsylvania State Police are investigating two crashes, one of which was fatal, that happened hours apart on I-95 and I-76 in Philadelphia.
An overturned tractor trailer blocked traffic on the southbound lanes of Route 55 after a crash early Monday morning in Gloucester County, New Jersey.
A major rail injection saw service suspensions and delays after a SEPTA Regional Rail train derailed Wednesday in Philadelphia.
Three men died in a plane crash in Maryland Saturday night, police said.
HBCU football is returning to South Philadelphia this fall with an expanded slate of games at Lincoln Financial Field.
LeBron James has sold the most jerseys ever for a player joining a new team across all sports in the first 48 hours, surpassing Shohei Ohtani.
Fans stocked up on Sixers and Flyers merch at the annual summer sale at Xfinity Mobile Arena in South Philadelphia.
The Philadelphia Eagles have opened their sixth training camp under coach Nick Sirianni, but the spotlight is on LeBron James.
Griffin Conine hit a go-ahead pinch-hit homer in the eighth, Otto Lopez, Heriberto Hernández and Xavier Edwards each had two RBIs, and the Miami Marlins rallied to beat the Philadelphia Phillies 8-6.
The Regal movie theater in King of Prussia said its IMAX 70mm projector is working again after an outage that affected screenings of "The Odyssey."
A warmup jacket worn by Wilt Chamberlain during the 1972 NBA finals that was found in an Oregon thrift store could fetch more than $150,000 in an auction closing Monday.
The actor's agent said he was providing more information following news reports "which contain inaccuracies and outright falsehoods."
Will Ferrell stopped in the Philadelphia area Monday to promote his new Netflix comedy series.
New Zealand actor Sam Neill, known for "Jurassic Park" and "The Piano," died Monday at 78, his family says.
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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.
Actor and recording artist Jared Leto is facing more accusations of sexual misconduct from four women in a BBC documentary.
Thursday is a milder day with highs in the low 80s, a breeze and a chance of some scattered showers in the afternoon. NEXT Weather Meteorologist Kate Bilo has the latest forecast.
A new AP/NORC poll on President Trump's handling of the Iran conflict shows about two-thirds of Americans now say the war has not been worth fighting. Josh Sanders has the latest from the Pulse Desk.
SEPTA says serious crimes have dropped over 20% compared to this time last year, and fare evasion enforcement is up.
The Philadelphia police bomb squad was called to a home on Courtland Street on Thursday morning after a suspicious device was found.