Former pastor, Georgia man admits to killing 8-year-old Delco girl in cold case: officials
Prosecutors say David Zandstra, the Georgia man, was a family friend and even helped search for her as hundreds aided to help find the little girl.
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Prosecutors say David Zandstra, the Georgia man, was a family friend and even helped search for her as hundreds aided to help find the little girl.
David Zandstra, 83, was charged with multiple offenses, including criminal homicide and first-degree murder, in the killing of 8-year-old Gretchen Harrington in Marple Township in 1975.
The Lansdowne Theater, which was formerly a movie theater, will now be turned into a concert venue.
The rail lines affected by this construction are critical to connecting riders between Delaware County, Southwest Philly and Center City
Democratic Sens. John Fetterman and Bob Casey want patients to be able to purchase a full year of contraception at once.
Delaware County native Kevin McGonigle signed with the Tigers, forgoing his collegiate commitment to the Auburn University.
Bridget Flynn has two service dogs that help her manage her disabilities at work.
Bridget Flynn teaches a small group of summer school students and brings the dogs to work every day.
In Delco, a $1 million Powerball ticket was sold in Garnet Valley.
A Delaware County girl is on the mend after being bitten by a shark in Florida. It happened last month and she's now sharing her remarkable story of survival.
The ticket was sold at Bethel Food Market in Garnet Valley.
Magnolia Woodhead shared her story of survival with CBS News Philadelphia.
Three winning Powerball tickets were sold in Pennsylvania, with a $1 million ticket sold in Garnet Valley, Delaware County.
Police from dozens of departments across the area are cracking down on aggressive driving through August 20th.
A Delaware County community is coming together to honor and bring awareness to one of their own who died by suicide.
CBS News Philadelphia reporter Howard Monroe reports.
Mental health officials in Philadelphia say the city's suicide crisis hotline is helping hundreds of people a day and now they are planning on expanding the call centers. At the same time, an area swim club is raising awareness about mental health in its own way. Howard Monroe reports.
An 1874 rectory at Saint Thomas the Apostle Parish in Glen Mills will be demolished over the objections of hundreds who signed a petition to save the structure.
The alligator was spotted at Penn Pines Park near Providence Road and swam off in the direction of Yeadon.
Neighbors in Upper Darby are concerned after they say sinkholes are expanding around their properties.
Neighbors reached out to CBS News Philadelphia about sinkholes around their properties.
The last sighting was in the 800 block of Lewis Lane in Rosemont, according to a tweet from police.
From Delco to the big leagues? Kevin McGonigle, an Auburn commit, has to decide to go to college or sign with Detroit after being selected 37th overall in the 2023 MLB draft.
Michael Garr, 15, was fatally stabbed almost three months ago. But there have been no arrests and few answers over what happened.
A murder mystery continues in Delaware County.
Clouds increase in the Philadelphia area Monday and highs will reach the upper 70s or low 80s.
Jalen Hurts and Saquon Barkley led the Philadelphia Eagles to a 20-17 victory over the Kansas City Chiefs in a Super Bowl rematch.
Netflix's "Adolescence" won big at the 77th Annual Primetime Emmy Awards on Sunday, earning six awards, including best limited series.
Relatives and friends gathered to remember Temple University Police Sgt. Christopher Fitzgerald and rename a Philadelphia post office in his honor.
One person died and two others were hurt when a crash caused a pickup truck to flip in Philadelphia Sunday, police said.
The Philadelphia Phillies clinched their fourth straight postseason berth despite a loss to the Kansas City Royals Sunday.
Clouds increase in the Philadelphia area Monday and highs will reach the upper 70s or low 80s.
Jalen Hurts and Saquon Barkley led the Philadelphia Eagles to a 20-17 victory over the Kansas City Chiefs in a Super Bowl rematch.
Netflix's "Adolescence" won big at the 77th Annual Primetime Emmy Awards on Sunday, earning six awards, including best limited series.
Relatives and friends gathered to remember Temple University Police Sgt. Christopher Fitzgerald and rename a Philadelphia post office in his honor.
Relatives and friends gathered to remember Temple University Police Sgt. Christopher Fitzgerald and rename a Philadelphia post office in his honor.
One person died and two others were hurt when a crash caused a pickup truck to flip in Philadelphia Sunday, police said.
At least seven people were taken to the hospital after a multi-vehicle crash Sunday morning in Philadelphia's Kensington neighborhood, police said.
Philadelphia police said a girl is recovering after she was shot at a recreation center in the city's Fox Chase neighborhood Saturday night.
Crowds filled the Kimmel Center on Saturday for the Philadelphia Fall Arts Festival.
The Bayada Regatta gives athletes with physical and intellectual disabilities the opportunity to be their best on and off the water.
Since 2013, The Camden County Police Department has emphasized unity policing — using community engagement events to build trust and reduce crime.
Camden County leaders canceled a town hall scheduled for Friday after the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.
From Phishtown Fest and Philly's 3rd Annual Black Wine & Spirits Fest to Ocean City's Air Show weekend, there's something in the Delaware Valley for everyone to choose from.
This weekend, athletes with disabilities will take to the Cooper River for the 42nd annual Bayada Regatta, the nation's longest-running adaptive rowing competition.
A teenage boy was killed and another was injured after the two were riding an e-bike and crashed into the side of a school bus in Dover, Delaware, on Friday, state police said.
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.
Left fielder Brandon Marsh and relief pitcher Matt Strahm met with Lincoln Hanson, a Delco boy battling cancer, on Friday.
If you've ever wondered where the happiest places in Philly are, Drexel University's Happiness Lab has already done the research for you.
The warning comes days after a Delco township passed an ordinance requiring children to wear helmets on e-scooters and e-bikes.
Adam Saltzman, of Trenton, suffers from PTSD and credits his service dog for helping him become a better husband and father.
State health officials say the executive directive eliminates barriers to access for New Jersey residents.
For businesses that sell imported goods in Philadelphia, trade policy and tariffs bring an extra layer of uncertainty this year.
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.
Some cyclists in Philadelphia fear the court order is a step in the wrong direction for street safety.
SEPTA fares will increase on Regional Rail, subways, buses and trolleys Sunday as service is restored following the reversal of the cuts.
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.
Jalen Hurts and Saquon Barkley led the Philadelphia Eagles to a 20-17 victory over the Kansas City Chiefs in a Super Bowl rematch.
The Philadelphia Phillies clinched their fourth straight postseason berth despite a loss to the Kansas City Royals Sunday.
The Philadelphia Eagles will play the Kansas City Chiefs at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium in Week 2 of the NFL season today. Here's where you can watch.
Kyle Schwarber hit his 51st home run, Brandon Marsh also went deep and the Philadelphia Phillies won their sixth straight game with an 8-6 victory over the Kansas City Royals on Saturday.
Left fielder Brandon Marsh and relief pitcher Matt Strahm met with Lincoln Hanson, a Delco boy battling cancer, on Friday.
Netflix's "Adolescence" won big at the 77th Annual Primetime Emmy Awards on Sunday, earning six awards, including best limited series.
Don't miss a moment of the 2025 Emmys. Here's how to watch the action live, from the red carpet to the awards show.
From Phishtown Fest and Philly's 3rd Annual Black Wine & Spirits Fest to Ocean City's Air Show weekend, there's something in the Delaware Valley for everyone to choose from.
Polly Holliday, the last surviving member of the principal cast of the long-running sitcom "Alice," has died at 88. Linda Lavin, who played the title character, died last year.
Tyson Foods is debuting three new NFL team-themed chicken nuggets, including nuggets shaped like the Philadelphia Eagles logo.
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.
The Philadelphia region can expect cloudy weather Monday and rain later this week. Meteorologist Andrew Kozak has the forecast.
Philadelphia Eagles fans celebrated as the Birds defeated the Kansas City Chiefs Sunday in a rematch of Super Bowl LIX. Reporter Eva Andersen talked to fans in Northern Liberties.
Many drivers buy electric vehicles to save money on gas, but a new fee in Delaware is eating away at those savings.
The last week of summer in the Philadelphia area begins with highs in the low 80s. Meteorologist Andrew Kozak has the forecast.
The Bustleton Post Office in Northeast Philadelphia was renamed to honor Temple University Police Sgt. Christopher Fitzgerald, who died in the line of duty in 2023.