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The New Jersey Forest Fire Service shared their experiences helping on the front lines as firefighters battle those wildfires in California.
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The New Jersey Forest Fire Service shared their experiences helping on the front lines as firefighters battle those wildfires in California.
Resources from the Tri-State Area are ready to respond – if needed – in California as firefighters continue the battle. Nikki DeMentri talks with the New Jersey Forest Fire Service about their experiences in the Golden State helping on the front lines.
In Southern California, the death toll is rising and the flames are still spreading. "The new fire shows that we are absolutely not out of this extreme weather event," LAFD Chief Kristin Crowley said. Danya Bacchus joins CBS News Philadelphia's Janelle Burrell with a live update.
Volunteers from the Philadelphia region are deploying to help with relief efforts from at least five fires in Southern California.
Volunteers from Pennsylvania and New Jersey are headed to California to help those affected by the wildfires burning in Los Angeles County, California. Plus, Chief Meteorologist Bill Kelly explains how the winds are affecting conditions there.
Meteorologist Tammie Souza is with Natasha Brown in the Hyundai NEXT Weather Sphere to talk about the wildfires burning in Los Angeles County, California, and the challenges facing firefighters there.
Grace and Brian Isaacs, who live in California, described what they saw on their flight from Los Angeles to Philadelphia as fires rage.
A South Philadelphia native who now calls Los Angeles home said she's not sure how to feel as wildfires rage around Southern California. Meanwhile, CBS News Philadelphia reporter Josh Sanders has the latest from Los Angeles.
What are the Santa Ana winds, and how are they affecting the wildfires in California? Chief Meteorologist Bill Kelly is in the Hyundai NEXT Weather Sphere to explain.
Christine Sheller was born and raised in West Chester but now calls Granada Hills in the San Fernando Valley home.
The Screen Actors Guild Awards nominations canceled an in-person announcement planned for Wednesday morning due to devastating wildfires and winds in the Los Angeles area.
Restrictions on fire and grilling are in place across the Philadelphia region as a means to prevent wildfires.
New Jersey State Police say the "Big Rusty" wildfire that burned in Hainesport, New Jersey is under investigation as suspicious.
Burn bans in New Jersey have been lifted after significant rainfall in the state.
Wildfires are still raging and water storage levels are dropping. Farmers in Gloucester County are sharing their stories about the dry weather. Ryan Hughes reports more on the impact.
A second teenager was charged with arson for their role in sparking a wildfire in Evesham, New Jersey, that burned 52 acres.
The New Jersey Forest Fire Service says a 40-acre wildfire in Hainesport, Burlington County, is 100% contained.
Evesham Police said they believe a 14-year-old boy intentionally started the Oct. 30 wildfire in Burlington County, New Jersey.
As of Tuesday evening, the fire is 75% contained and no structures are threatened or evacuated in Hainesport, Burlington County.
The "Big Rusty" wildfire continues to burn Tuesday evening in Hainesport, Burlington County. The blaze has burned 40 acres and is 50% contained. Firefighters are also making progress battling a wildfire burning in Lakewood, Ocean County by the Lakewood Country Club. As of Tuesday morning, it has burned 35 acres and is also about 50% contained.
The New Jersey Forest Fire Service said a wildfire burning near Pine Park and the Lakewood Country Club is 75% contained as of Tuesday evening.
The New Jersey Forest Fire Service is getting a handle on two wildfires burning in the state, the Big Rusty Wildfire in Hainesport, NJ and the Country Club Wildfire in Lakewood, NJ.
The fire, dubbed the "Big Rusty Wildfire," is burning in the area of Bancroft Lane and Cove Court in Hainesport.
The cause of the fire in Hainesport, Burlington County, is under investigation.
The last three months in our region have barely had over 1.08" of rain. Chief Meteorologist Bill Kelly explains what this means for fire risks.
The 18th annual Pink Invitational is raising money to help women with breast and ovarian cancer.
Conwell-Egan Catholic High School wrestler Julia Horger is seeking her third straight state championship this weekend.
At Archie's Corner, archaeologists and township leaders are using new technology to protect the legacy of a trailblazing Black preacher.
Bobby Brink is heading home, and the Flyers are acquiring 6-foot-4 right-handed defenseman David Jiricek from the Wild.
After losing the ability to walk, Onaliese Cosme fought her way back onto the soccer pitch at Deptford High School in New Jersey.
The 18th annual Pink Invitational is raising money to help women with breast and ovarian cancer.
Conwell-Egan Catholic High School wrestler Julia Horger is seeking her third straight state championship this weekend.
At Archie's Corner, archaeologists and township leaders are using new technology to protect the legacy of a trailblazing Black preacher.
Bobby Brink is heading home, and the Flyers are acquiring 6-foot-4 right-handed defenseman David Jiricek from the Wild.
After losing the ability to walk, Onaliese Cosme fought her way back onto the soccer pitch at Deptford High School in New Jersey.
The 18th annual Pink Invitational is raising money to help women with breast and ovarian cancer.
At Archie's Corner, archaeologists and township leaders are using new technology to protect the legacy of a trailblazing Black preacher.
A child shot and killed a man who was fighting with the boy's mother inside a Southwest Philadelphia home Thursday night, according to police sources.
A crash involving an SUV and a SEPTA Trolley has left one man dead and two others injured early Friday morning.
Three people were sent to the hospital following a fire at an apartment building in Horsham, Pennsylvania, late Thursday night.
After losing the ability to walk, Onaliese Cosme fought her way back onto the soccer pitch at Deptford High School in New Jersey.
There are several challenges in the investigation into the March 4 explosion at a Logan Township cocoa processing facility, officials say.
Camden County officials celebrated the opening of a new reentry release center designed to help people leaving jail as they return to the community.
New Jersey E-ZPass users could soon be able to ditch the tags mounted to their windshields to pay tolls.
At least three people remain hospitalized after an explosion in Swedesboro, Gloucester County, that also damaged nearby businesses.
Delaware residents can now schedule appointments at the Wilmington DMV, which will reopen on Tuesday, March 10, 2026.
New Castle County police fatally shot a man armed with knives after a standoff on Ramsey Road.
Gas prices are spiking just days into the U.S.-Israel war with Iran, with the nationwide average already up 22 cents per gallon in the last week, AAA says.
Operation Epic Fury sparked swift reaction from lawmakers in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware.
After a nor'easter dumped snow on the Philadelphia area, some schools have announced closings and virtual learning days for Tuesday, Feb. 4.
The 18th annual Pink Invitational is raising money to help women with breast and ovarian cancer.
A micro-hospital that aims to help Delaware County after Crozer Health's collapse last year is inching closer to opening in Aston.
HHS Secretary RFK Jr. wants the popular coffee chains to prove their surgery drinks are safe for teens and suggested the Trump administration could place limits on your cup of coffee.
Tests of dozens of baby formulas by Consumer Reports found that nearly half contained potentially dangerous chemicals.
One Montgomery County woman spoke with CBS News Philadelphia to detail how she found treatment that saved her life.
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.
A person is dead, and another was critically injured in a crash in Southwest Philadelphia involving a SEPTA bus Wednesday afternoon, police said.
The same technology the PPA started using last year to ticket illegally parked drivers from cameras on SEPTA buses will soon be used on trolleys.
A stretch of Route 202, also known as DeKalb Pike, will be closed until late fall as work to prevent sinkholes gets underway.
A major winter storm blanketed southeastern Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware with snow Sunday night and Monday.
Martin Luther King Jr. Drive in Philadelphia has reopened following emergency repairs, according to the city.
Conwell-Egan Catholic High School wrestler Julia Horger is seeking her third straight state championship this weekend.
Bobby Brink is heading home, and the Flyers are acquiring 6-foot-4 right-handed defenseman David Jiricek from the Wild.
After losing the ability to walk, Onaliese Cosme fought her way back onto the soccer pitch at Deptford High School in New Jersey.
Vitek Vanecek stopped 16 shots and Dylan Guenther assisted on two Utah goals as the Mammoth beat the Philadelphia Flyers 3-0.
Philadelphia Phillies catcher J.T. Realmuto got two strikeouts without Jesús Luzardo having to throw extra pitches, or face another batter in the first inning of his spring debut.
Streaming giant Netflix declined to match Paramount Skydance's $31 per share offer for Warner Bros. Discovery.
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame has announced its 2026 list of nominees, including Phil Collins, Mariah Carey, Wu-Tang Clan and more.
Barry Manilow announced Friday he needs to reschedule several more concerts as he continues to recover following surgery after he was diagnosed with lung cancer.
"Jersey Shore" star Nicole "Snooki" Polizzi said in a TikTok video that her results at a post-op appointment for a cone biopsy showed stage 1 cervical cancer.
In April 2025, Eric Dane announced he had been diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or ALS.
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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 is known as the "Mural Capital of the World," so as America celebrates its 250th year, artists and the community are coming together to create another piece.
Julia Horger three-peated at a top-level tournament, and now, the Conwell-Egan Catholic High School senior is seeking to three-peat as a state champion.
Thousands of gymnasts from all over the country are in Philadelphia for the 18th annual Pink Invitational. The event helps raise money for women with breast and ovarian cancer. Stephanie Stahl reports.
The switch to Daylight Saving Time increases the risk for heart attacks and car crashes. Some doctors say it's mainly due to disrupted sleep and thats a growing issue for children. Stephanie Stahl reports.
Investigators are looking into what caused an explosion at a Logan Township, New Jersey, business on Wednesday. The blast rocked South Jersey and even parts of Delaware County and northern Delaware. New Jersey reporter Ryan Hughes has the latest information from emergency officials.