Doctor who opened one of the region's first burn centers credits MLK's legacy
A renowned burn surgeon shares how Martin Luther King's legacy had a profound impact on his career. Meet Dr. Linwood Haith of Crozer-Chester Medical Center.
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A renowned burn surgeon shares how Martin Luther King's legacy had a profound impact on his career. Meet Dr. Linwood Haith of Crozer-Chester Medical Center.
A double murder of Richard and Rita Zajko in December 2022 has been linked to the fatal shooting of a Border Patrol Agent in Vermont.
Former Upper Darby Township Council President Brian Burke believes there is deeper criminal conduct, not just incompetence.
A Bucks County man is charged with torturing and stabbing to death his two dogs. The two dogs are seven-year-old Blake, a Beagle-lab mix and nine-year-old Shyla, a Beagle-Collie mix. Prosecutors say George Ash killed the dogs inside his Newtown Township home on Jan. 18. The district attorney says they have determined the motive.
Upper Darby Township will create an $800,000 fund to repay drivers who received parking tickets over nearly two years.
Chester, Pennsylvania Police Commissioner announced his retirement after he was placed on leave pending the outcome of a traffic investigation.
A home was damaged but no one was hurt after a fire broke out in Aldan, Pennsylvania on Wednesday.
Chester, Pennsylvania police commissioner Steven Gretsky retired this week after the city announced an investigation into a traffic incident involving Gretsky. Now the newly retired chief is facing multiple motor vehicle charges.
Upper Darby Police are searching for two men in connection with a shooting that happened after an argument at a Wawa on Wednesday.
Archbishop Nelson Perez says he has a plan to address the priest shortage in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia.
Your future furry friend may not be too far out of reach. The Eagles are waiving adoption fees at three shelters in Pennsylvania through the rest of the playoff season.
Jesse Allen Jr. was charged with first-degree murder in the shooting death of Chester High School football player Zaheem Sabree.
Robert Ferguson, who wears many hats at Calvary Baptist in Chester, is the last living parishioner to have witnessed Martin Luther King Jr. speak at the historic church.
There were about 20 members who boarded the bus to Washington, D.C. Monday morning. While the members were hoping to watch the inauguration outside, the ceremony was moved inside days ago due to winter weather conditions.
Upper Darby police say they're investigating an alleged altercation between a Drexel Hill Middle School student with autism and a worker.
The Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation hosted its 19th annual Lemon Ball on Saturday. The event recognizes childhood cancer heroes and their families. Guests filled the Springfield Country Club dressed in their very best yellow outfits. Our Janelle Burrell and Kate Bilo emceed tonight's event. CBS Philadelphia is a proud sponsor of the Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation.
Who says you have to stay inside this winter? Bundle up and head out this weekend to one of the many events happening in the Philadelphia area.
The new coming-of-age dramedy “Delco the Movie” is hitting the silver screen. Its long-awaited world premiere kicks off Friday in no other than Delco itself at The Media Theater. The movie is set in 2004 and tells the story of three high school seniors who try to cause mischief in Delaware County. Public screenings will be this Saturday and Sunday.
A jury found 84-year-old David Zandstra not guilty in the 1975 cold case murder of 8-year-old Gretchen Harrington of Broomall.
A Delaware County jury has found an elderly pastor accused in the 1975 cold case murder of 8-year-old Gretchen Harrington of Broomall, Pennsylvania, not guilty.
An officer who was recently hired to help ease a police shortage in Collingdale resigned on Thursday.
A police officer who was sworn in over the weekend to help ease a police shortage in Collingdale, Pennsylvania, already resigned. The police chief says he was facing criminal charges.
Upper Darby police say they're investigating an alleged altercation between a Drexel Hill Middle School student with autism and a worker.
Quron Banks, who was allegedly involved in an illegal car meetup, was charged for striking a Philadelphia police officer. He was also shot by a Philly police officer after the incident.
Fanta Bility's family continues to give back to their community and honor her legacy. She would have celebrated her 12th birthday today.
Weather in the Philadelphia area will be dry and seasonable Thursday and Friday.
Earlier in the season, Max Kepler's future with the Philadelphia Phillies was in doubt. But since the trade deadline, a switch has been flipped.
Max Kepler homered and drove in five runs and Bryce Harper also went deep as the Philadelphia Phillies defeated the New York Mets 11-3.
A fire devastated St. Francis of Assisi School in Springfield Township nearly a year ago. Help in the multi-million dollar reconstruction brought the community together.
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The curfew will now apply beyond Kensington to Fairhill, Germantown, Nicetown, Hunting Park, Frankford and Mount Airy.
Charlie Kirk died Wednesday after he was shot in the neck while speaking at an event at Utah Valley University.
Weather in the Philadelphia area will be dry and seasonable Thursday and Friday.
Philadelphia leaders will officially launch a speed camera program along Broad Street to make the critical roadway, which is considered one of the city's busiest and most dangerous roads, safer.
Earlier in the season, Max Kepler's future with the Philadelphia Phillies was in doubt. But since the trade deadline, a switch has been flipped.
A fire devastated St. Francis of Assisi School in Springfield Township nearly a year ago. Help in the multi-million dollar reconstruction brought the community together.
Loved ones gathered in North Philadelphia to honor Sgt. Jaime Roman, who died from a gunshot wound he sustained on the job.
Three Iron Hill Brewery and Restaurant locations have closed in the Philly area as part of a "changing business landscape."
Philadelphia leaders will officially launch a speed camera program along Broad Street to make the critical roadway, which is considered one of the city's busiest and most dangerous roads, safer.
An American Airlines flight departing PHL landed back at the airport after striking multiple birds.
The former Chelsea Beach Bar in Atlantic City is moving to a new location next summer after years of a feud with a nearby condo complex.
New Jersey's fall wildfire season is off to an early start with the ignition of the Buckabear Wildfire last Wednesday.
State health officials say the executive directive eliminates barriers to access for New Jersey residents.
A growing community of women is finding their voice on Instagram and TikTok after dealing with difficult deliveries.
Trenton makes, now the hockey world takes! New Jersey's capital city is becoming a hockey town once again.
Authorities are investigating after a plane reportedly crashed in Dover, Delaware, on Tuesday afternoon, police said.
Showers will slowly clear out of the area, and temperatures will increase as the day continues, before we head into a mostly sunny work week.
Mendy and Dan Orlando said they really only fight during football season. That's because Mendy is an Eagles fan and Dan is a Cowboys fan.
A 17-year-old was killed and three other people were injured in separate shootings in Wilmington on Labor Day, police said.
Fifth grader Trey Harrison, who was critically injured in a car crash five months ago, is finally heading home from the hospital.
State health officials say the executive directive eliminates barriers to access for New Jersey residents.
A growing community of women is finding their voice on Instagram and TikTok after dealing with difficult deliveries.
Since January, Richard Cornish has been operating a mobile bedside salon, Restore Salon Services, for patients undergoing long-term treatment and hospital stays at Penn Medicine.
According to new research, suicide has increased among children, and it is linked, in part, to over-the-counter medications.
It's vaccine season, and guidelines on the new COVID-19 shot continue to change.
The curfew will now apply beyond Kensington to Fairhill, Germantown, Nicetown, Hunting Park, Frankford and Mount Airy.
The agreement takes effect on July 1, 2026.
Philadelphia boutiques and clothing shops are going all in for the Eagles as the 2025 NFL season starts vs. the Cowboys on Thursday.
A free grocery store in Philadelphia's Kensington neighborhood is once again bustling with customers after a nearby fire forced it to close weeks ago.
Former employees at Currie Hair, Skin & Nails are demanding answers and unpaid wages following the sudden closure of the salon chain.
Philadelphia leaders will officially launch a speed camera program along Broad Street to make the critical roadway, which is considered one of the city's busiest and most dangerous roads, safer.
The Martin Luther King Jr. Bridge in Philadelphia is expected to open to pedestrians and cyclists next week.
Months after Abby Gillon was killed in a crash on an e-scooter, a nearby town is passing a new law to make those vehicles safer.
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro approved SEPTA's plan to use capital project money to fund operations for the next two years.
Pending approval by PennDOT, SEPTA expects service to be fully restored on Sunday, Sept. 14.
Earlier in the season, Max Kepler's future with the Philadelphia Phillies was in doubt. But since the trade deadline, a switch has been flipped.
Max Kepler homered and drove in five runs and Bryce Harper also went deep as the Philadelphia Phillies defeated the New York Mets 11-3.
Eagles tight end Dallas Goedert missed Wednesday's practice with a knee injury before Week 2's Super Bowl rematch against the Chiefs.
Steve Donahue was named the 16th men's basketball coach at Saint Joseph's University after Billy Lange stepped down to take a job with the Knicks.
Months after getting a double lung transplant, Kevin Christ, who couldn't take a breath without help for most of his life, threw out the first pitch at the Phillies game.
Tyson Foods is debuting three new NFL team-themed chicken nuggets, including nuggets shaped like the Philadelphia Eagles logo.
The Philadelphia Fashion Incubator is helping new designers turn their creativity into a thriving business.
From incredible musical performances to vibrant community festivals, Philadelphia has it all. Here's a list of things to do in Philly this weekend.
The NFL season opened with the defending champ Philadelphia Eagles edging the Dallas Cowboys, 24-20 in a game with a rare, hour-long lightning-related delay.
"Saquon," a feature-length documentary five years in the making produced by Martin Scorsese, will premiere on Oct. 9, 2025.
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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.
The curfew was first enacted in Kensington in March 2024 after council members and local leaders said it was needed to curb violent crime.
The Philadelphia area can expect warm and sunny weather Thursday and a nice weekend. Meteorologist Tammie Souza has the forecast.
Authorities said a boy opened fire with a handgun Wednesday at a high school near Denver, Colorado, wounding two students, before fatally shooting himself.
College students in Philadelphia reacted to the fatal shooting of Charlie Kirk, a conservative activist who co-founded Turning Point USA and helped rally young people in support of President Trump.
The governor of Delaware has just taken action to broaden access to COVID shots in the First State. This follows the New Jersey Health Department, which lifted all restrictions on the vaccine. Pennsylvania made its move last week. All three states are now bucking the FDA recommendation that only people in high-risk groups can get the vaccine. Stephanie Stahl reports.