The Pulse of CBS Philadelphia: Jan. 1-5
This week, Cherelle Parker made history by becoming the first female mayor of Philadelphia, the region is preparing for the first winter storm of 2024 and much more.
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This week, Cherelle Parker made history by becoming the first female mayor of Philadelphia, the region is preparing for the first winter storm of 2024 and much more.
Camden County officials said they're ready for a potential winter storm after two mild winters.
Quiet weather continues midweek, but the first weekend of 2024 has the potential to bring the Philadelphia region a significant winter storm.
Expect sunshine and highs in the 40s Tuesday and Wednesday, but a potentially significant snow and rain event is on the way this weekend.
A strong storm system expected to arrive during the first weekend of 2024 shows the possibility of being a significant winter weather event.
We're ringing in 2024 with a mostly cloudy Monday with highs in the mid-40s. There are chances for light passing rain showers, but no major impacts are expected.
Highs Sunday will be in the mid-40s before temps drop to the mid-30s as we ring in the New Year. The chance for an isolated sprinkle of rain or flurries is possible late tonight, and then lingers through the first half of Monday. Grant Gilmore has your end-of-the-year forecast. https://www.cbsnews.com/philadelphia/news/next-weather-a-quiet-end-to-2023/
Partly sunny skies and seasonable temperatures spread across the region for the last day of 2023. A chance for isolated sprinkles or flurries moves in late and continues through Monday.
Saturday, Dec. 30 is cloudy with a chance of a light sprinkle in the Philadelphia region.
High temperatures will reach the 50s in the Philadelphia region on Friday, Dec. 29, 2023.
The Schuylkill River is forecast to crest around 1 p.m., which could lead to flooding and road closures along Kelly Drive and MLK Drive. A Flood Watch remains in effect until 7 p.m.
The Philadelphia region can expect rain for most of the day Wednesday, with heaviest showers late in the day and into the night.
For the third time in December 2023, a daily rainfall record is expected to be broken in Philadelphia.
High temperatures will be in the 50s Tuesday afternoon despite generally cloudy and humid conditions. Widespread rain and possibly heavy downpours move in Wednesday, which could result in some minor flooding.
Christmas Day will be partly cloud and sunny but unseasonably warm with a high of 54 before an unsettled weather pattern moves in Tuesday through Thursday.
It's calm with a wind chill, and skies are sunny and clear for Friday, Dec. 22, 2023. Sadly there is no chance of snow on Christmas Day.
Temperatures warm to a high around 46 degrees with mostly sunny skies, but the winter solstice means Thursday will be the shortest day of the year.
Except for a possible stray shower Saturday night, it'll be a mix of sun, clouds and dry conditions through Christmas Day around the region. Enjoy plenty of sun Thursday as your holiday travel gets underway. Tammie Souza has your forecast, and when our next big weather maker moves in.
Plenty of sun Wednesday afternoon with high temperatures in the upper 40s. A dry weather stretch continues into the weekend and through Christmas Day.
Temperatures will feel like the 20s with wind chills Wednesday morning, but we'll see sun and a seasonable high of 47 degrees in the afternoon. Kate Bilo has your morning forecast, and what to expect from the weather as your holiday travel gets underway. https://www.cbsnews.com/philadelphia/weather/
A cold and blustery afternoon is on the way with wind chills at 32 degrees or below, but sunny skies and more seasonable temperatures return Wednesday and Thursday.
Some sunshine is on the way Tuesday with highs in the low 40s, but wind chills will make temperatures feel closer to freezing. Kate Bilo has your forecast, and what to expect this week as holiday travel ramps up.
The storm was hitting the Northeast with bring gusty winds and heavy rain as it tracked northward.
The heaviest of the rain has ended across the Philadelphia area, but light to moderate showers will be possible through midday before some drier air begins to move in.
Poor travel conditions have been reported across Montgomery and Bucks counties, and multiple roads are closed Monday morning due to flooding and ponding. https://www.cbsnews.com/philadelphia/news/flooding-power-outages-pennsylvania-new-jersey-delaware-rain/
It's an early Christmas present for many Eagles fans as the Birds clinched another playoff berth and division title.
Winter will ironically feel more like Fall with highs in the mid to upper 40s.
Tyrese Maxey scored 38 points, including seven during a key fourth-quarter stretch as the 76ers defeated the Mavericks 121-114.
For the first time in more than 20 years, the NFC East has a back-to-back division winner after the Eagles defeated the Commanders Saturday night.
Seventy-five residents were displaced from their homes after a deadly fire tore through an apartment building in Drexel Hill.
Winter will ironically feel more like Fall with highs in the mid to upper 40s.
For the first time in more than 20 years, the NFC East has a back-to-back division winner after the Eagles defeated the Commanders Saturday night.
It's an early Christmas present for many Eagles fans as the Birds clinched another playoff berth and division title.
Tyrese Maxey scored 38 points, including seven during a key fourth-quarter stretch as the 76ers defeated the Mavericks 121-114.
Seventy-five residents were displaced from their homes after a deadly fire tore through an apartment building in Drexel Hill.
It's an early Christmas present for many Eagles fans as the Birds clinched another playoff berth and division title.
Seventy-five residents were displaced from their homes after a deadly fire tore through an apartment building in Drexel Hill.
A 54-year-old man riding a bicycle died early Saturday in a hit-and-run in Overbrook, police say.
Eight puppies are in the care of a rescue organization after they were found outside a Philadelphia Target store on Friday.
Philadelphia and South Jersey residents were left shaken after powerful winds sent massive trees onto homes and vehicles Friday.
Philadelphia and South Jersey residents were left shaken after powerful winds sent massive trees onto homes and vehicles Friday.
A man and his baby are safe after a tree fell onto their home in Washington Township, police said.
Mayor Marty Small, who was accused of physically and emotionally abusing his teenage daughter, was found not guilty Thursday.
Sherrill and Lt. Gov.-elect Dale Caldwell said their inauguration will take place in New Jersey's largest city.
Three kids were hospitalized Wednesday after falling into a frozen lake in Mount Holly, New Jersey, police said.
Several inches of snow fell across the Philadelphia region Sunday as a winter storm moved through the Delaware Valley.
The snow has moved out of the Delaware Valley Sunday after dropping inches of snow in communities around the region.
From packing your car to driving safety, here's a few tips to help you stay safe once the snow starts falling.
South Jerseyans are preparing for what could be a significant winter blast of snow this weekend.
The 68 Ventures Bowl announced that Delaware football will take on the Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns in Mobile, Alabama, on Dec. 17, 2025.
Hearing technology helps deaf and hard-of-hearing students perform at the annual holiday show in Overbrook.
A Pennsylvania man visited Penn to thank the surgeon who saved his life during a stroke.
There are encouraging early signs the angel advocate approach is helping people find organ donors.
Children with critical illnesses and their families can visit the Wishing Place in Bala Cynwyd to start their wish journeys.
An early Christmas present came to some people from Tanzania visiting South Jersey for life-altering interventions.
Through Amazon Now, customers can get household items, cosmetics, electronics, groceries and more delivered in about 30 minutes or less.
San Francisco officials said Tuesday that the city has filed a lawsuit against leading manufacturers of ultra-processed foods, accusing them of producing products linked to serious health issues and alleging that the companies knowingly made the foods addictive.
Amazon's Northeast Philadelphia facility expects to see about 10,000 more packages per day during the holiday peak.
The U.S. Department of Energy says it's loaning $1 billion to help finance the restart of the nuclear power plant on Pennsylvania's Three Mile Island.
Her Place Supper Club, Friday Saturday Sunday and Provenance each received a prestigious Michelin star, the first for any Philadelphia restaurants.
SEPTA's largest workers' union voted to ratify its new contract with the Philadelphia-based transit agency Wednesday night.
SEPTA offered a glimpse inside the Center City trolley tunnel as crews work to fix problems that have shut down service for weeks.
NJDOT is raising awareness about speeding, drunk driving and distracted driving while using humor and some holiday puns.
Residents say the icy conditions on side streets in Manayunk and Roxborough need more attention from the city.
Road closures and parking restrictions will be in effect in Philadelphia Monday and Tuesday for Officer Andy Chan's funeral.
It's an early Christmas present for many Eagles fans as the Birds clinched another playoff berth and division title.
Tyrese Maxey scored 38 points, including seven during a key fourth-quarter stretch as the 76ers defeated the Mavericks 121-114.
For the first time in more than 20 years, the NFC East has a back-to-back division winner after the Eagles defeated the Commanders Saturday night.
The Rangers killed off two penalties in overtime on the way to beating the Flyers 5-4 in a shootout on Saturday.
The 76ers became just the second visiting team to win at Madison Square Garden this season, beating the Knicks 116-107 on Friday night.
Albert Brooks said he's still in shock over the death of his friend Rob Reiner, whom he met at 14 years old.
The Oscars ceremony is moving to YouTube starting in 2029, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced on Wednesday.
Sylvester Stallone reflects on his iconic roles as Rocky Balboa and John Rambo, his rough upbringing, and the legacy he hopes to leave in a touching "CBS Mornings" interview.
Known as a popular Hollywood director, Rob Reiner also had a lengthy record of political and civic activism, especially in California.
Nick Reiner, a son of director Rob Reiner and his wife Michele, has been arrested on murder charges following their deaths, police said.
Ukee Washington reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Ukee Washington reports.
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.
Eight puppies are in the care of a rescue organization after they were found outside a Philadelphia Target store on Friday.
Pretty average weather week ahead. Andrew Kozak has the forecast.
A large fire tore through an apartment building in Upper Darby Township on Saturday, killing one person and sending several others to the hospital, according to township officials. Eva Andersen reports.
Workers with LSG Sky Chefs who provide meals for flights at Philadelphia International Airport will be picketing Saturday for higher wages and lower health care premiums. The members of the Unite Here Local 274 union say there hasn't been a new contract since 2018.
The New Jersey Department of Transportation has changed the digital signs on highways to holiday-centric safety messages, including "the weather outside is frightful, but safe driving is so delightful."