The Pulse of CBS Philadelphia: Dec. 11-15
This week, we got behind-the-scenes footage at USPS during the holiday season, Camden students explored new medical opportunities, the Adventure Aquarium's Christmas Underwater and much more.
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This week, we got behind-the-scenes footage at USPS during the holiday season, Camden students explored new medical opportunities, the Adventure Aquarium's Christmas Underwater and much more.
Sammy was part of a new study from Nemours Children's Health that found congenital abnormalities in babies born to mothers who used fentanyl.
Coca-Cola's recall impacts 12-pack cans of soda distributed in Alabama, Mississippi and Florida, the FDA said in a filing.
The CDC is worried about the dangers of antibiotic overuse which can make treating infections difficult.
Retailing giants move amid calls for a nationwide ban on the products hazardous to young kids and potentially deadly if swallowed.
A partner between Camden City School District and Virtua Health is giving students hands-on experience in the medical field and a head start on their careers.
This holiday season a family is celebrating a birthday that doctors said would never happen.
"I have great news, which is that I am cancer-free," Micucci said in a TikTok video.
From holiday cookies to cakes, and all the other yummy carbs, overdoing it on holiday treats can be the gift that keeps on giving.
CHOP pioneered a gene therapy that's already helping patients who have sickle cell disease, an inherited blood disorder.
Sickle cell disease affects approximately 100,000 people in the U.S., predominantly people of color.
Health officials say the "urgent crisis" in antibiotic resistant bacteria must be addressed, even during a war.
Project CASK is holding an online art auction to raise money for research into the rare genetic disorder that affects fewer than 300 people worldwide.
Casual dining chain faces another wrongful death suit related to its Charged Lemonade after cardiac arrest of Florida man.
With the holiday travel season upon us, a new Easterseals campaign aims to make air travel more accessible to people with disabilities.
Orion Kerkering made a wild throw past home after mishandling Andy Pages' comebacker, leading to the Phillies' elimination from the playoffs.
Jack Ciattarelli plans to sue his opponent, Rep. Mikie Sherrill, over claims she made during their debate Wednesday, his campaign says.
The Giants' rookies shined in prime time as New York handed the defending Super Bowl champions their second straight loss.
Six New Jersey fire chiefs warn that the volunteer firefighter shortage could soon lead to delayed response times and worse.
The Philadelphia Flyers lost to the reigning Stanley Cup champion Florida Panthers 2-1.
A fundraiser was held in Northeast Philadelphia Thursday for an officer who was shot in the line of duty back in May.
For servicemembers with roots in the Philadelphia area, this week marks a personal homecoming, too.
A Montgomery County father is turning grief into purpose by supporting Black breast cancer survivors in honor of his late wife and daughter.
One man died and another was wounded in a shooting at Broad Street and Packer Avenue, Philadelphia police say.
Eagles' DT Jalen Carter will miss Thursday night's game vs. Giants with an ankle injury, reports say.
Jack Ciattarelli plans to sue his opponent, Rep. Mikie Sherrill, over claims she made during their debate Wednesday, his campaign says.
Atlantic City police rescued a man stranded in a marsh with drones. Here's how the technology is helping save lives.
Prosecutors said a 14-year-old has been charged with the murder of 25-year-old Andre Ross near Mill Dam Park in Mount Holly.
Six New Jersey fire chiefs warn that the volunteer firefighter shortage could soon lead to delayed response times and worse.
A 16-year-old has died following a head-on collision on Wednesday night in Jackson Township, New Jersey.
A shooting in Wilmington, Delaware, has left a 16-year-old boy dead and another injured Wednesday night, police said.
The family of 12-year-old Keyonna Calloway says Ronald McDonald House Delaware has made a huge difference in her recovery.
Pennsylvania AG Dave Sunday says customers with unused Iron Hill Brewery gift cards should dispute the purchases.
Symptoms of Lyme disease can range from fever, headaches, fatigue and occasionally serious heart complications.
Philadelphia-area businesses are helping you celebrate the release of Taylor Swift's 12th album with listening parties, release parties, watch parties and more.
Students at Memphis Street Academy in Port Richmond can get all kinds of health care without leaving school or waiting for a doctor's appointment.
Symptoms of Lyme disease can range from fever, headaches, fatigue and occasionally serious heart complications.
Nobel Prize committee chair says discoveries by the trio of researchers were "decisive for our understanding of how the immune system functions."
Juan Namnun, the baseball coach at Frankford High School, is in the small group of men diagnosed with breast cancer each year.
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro signed an executive order meant to protect access to vaccines for people in the commonwealth.
It's the age-old question for Pennsylvanians: Sheetz or Wawa?
Philadelphia Phillies fans are supporting small businesses as Red October excitement heats up.
Nike Inc.'s first U.S.-based Jordan Brand World of Flight store in Philadelphia has an opening date: Friday, Oct. 10, 2025.
Some fans say they've experienced their tickets disappearing from their MLB Ballpark app, and ticketholders have been warned.
Three women in the local food industry are being honored this weekend at the annual Heritage Dinner hosted by Les Dames d'Escoffier.
SEPTA GM Scott Sauer says the Philadelphia-based transit authority has a handle on how the fires started but hasn't uncovered what could connect them.
SEPTA says all Regional Rail service was temporarily suspended Thursday due to signal power issues.
SEPTA is facing a lawsuit that alleges its fare increases on public transportation in Philadelphia were illegal.
SEPTA says Regional Rail riders could face possible cancellations, delays and crowded trains after last week's federal emergency order.
A fire on the train tracks stopped multiple trains on SEPTA's Manayunk/Norristown Line on Friday.
The Philadelphia Flyers lost to the reigning Stanley Cup champion Florida Panthers 2-1.
The Giants' rookies shined in prime time as New York handed the defending Super Bowl champions their second straight loss.
Orion Kerkering made a wild throw past home after mishandling Andy Pages' comebacker, leading to the Phillies' elimination from the playoffs.
Eagles' DT Jalen Carter will miss Thursday night's game vs. Giants with an ankle injury, reports say.
Lincoln High School's football program has been suspended for the rest of the season after a brawl broke out last weekend.
Dolly Parton's spokesperson told CBS News that she was filming the video to address fans' concerns.
Thirty paintings by Bob Ross are set to be auctioned to support public television stations after federal funding cuts.
Taylor Swift's new album, "The Life of a Showgirl," became Spotify's most-streamed album in a single day this year. The company said it only took 11 hours to hit that mark.
Red October baseball is back in Philadelphia, Taylor Swift just dropped her 12th studio album and the Eagles are 4-0; can we really ask for anything more?
A sugar artist is putting her love for Taylor Swift into each and every cookie she makes
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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.
Bryn Mawr College is waiving its $67,000 tuition for students from families with income under $175,000.
A fundraiser was held in Northeast Philadelphia Thursday for an officer who was shot while breaking up a large crowd outside Overbrook High School in May. Ray Strickland reports.
One man died and another was wounded in a shooting near the intersection of Broad Street and Packer Avenue Thursday night, Philadelphia police say.
The Philadelphia area can expect a great fall day Friday before rain on Sunday and Monday. Chief Meteorologist Bill Kelly has the forecast.
Phillies fans watching the game in South Philadelphia on Thursday were optimistic — until they weren't. Some are already looking ahead to next year after the Phils lost to the Los Angeles Dodgers in Game 4 of the NLDS.