The Pulse of CBS Philadelphia: Dec. 18-22
This week, flooding impacted roads and families around Philadelphia, the "Rosie Girls" program changes the faces of a male-dominated industry, the Joy of Sharing Toy Drive and much more.
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This week, flooding impacted roads and families around Philadelphia, the "Rosie Girls" program changes the faces of a male-dominated industry, the Joy of Sharing Toy Drive and much more.
Delaware Blue Coats staff and fans are helping spread holiday cheer this season by donating to the Joy of Sharing campaign. CBS Philadelphia is partnering with the Salvation Army and Mothers in Charge to give toys to children this holiday season.
After collecting payment for custom headstones, New Castle County Police said Gregory Stefan would tell scam victims that his business had gone bankrupt and he couldn't uphold their contract.
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.
Police said Gregory Stefan is wanted for scamming multiple people out of headstones after their relatives died.
Plenty of sun Wednesday afternoon with high temperatures in the upper 40s. A dry weather stretch continues into the weekend and through Christmas Day.
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.
Wilmington police say a 46-year-old man has been charged with drunken and inattentive driving after hitting President Joe Biden's motorcade in Wilmington, Delaware, Sunday night. The man was not considered a serious threat, a Secret Service spokesperson said.
Some roadways were still closed Monday afternoon after heavy rainfall caused flooding.
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.
Two Eagles fans who now live hundreds of miles away from home are showing their love for the Birds with a special nutcracker Christmas decoration.
The couple are now living in Florida, but their love for the Birds remains strong.
A car crashed into a parked Secret Service SUV that was shielding President Joe Biden's motorcade in Wilmington, Delaware, on Sunday evening.
A fire in Delaware that killed 200,000 chickens and caused an estimated $1 million in damage is under investigation, according to the state fire marshal.
Sunday's widespread, long-term rain event moves into Monday. Heavy rain and wind gusts up to 30-50 mph could lead to localized flooding and possible power outages.
Tune in Saturday at 6 p.m. to watch Delaware Blue Coats home games on PHILLY57.
Temperatures return to the 50s Saturday before another strong storm system arrives Sunday into Monday
Giovanni Hamilton asked his social media followers and podcast listeners to help him collect stuffed animals for kids in hospitals in Wilmington and Indianapolis.
Giovanni Hamilton, an Eagles superfan and podcaster, got help from his listeners and social media followers to donate 500 stuffed animals for the young patients at Nemours Children's Hospital in Wilmington, Delaware, and Riley Children's Health in Indianapolis.
Thursday will be the coolest day of the week with highs in the low 40s, but warmer temperatures in the 50s return Friday.
If you win the Powerball jackpot, you could take the annuity of $500 million or a lump sum of $240.7 million.
Another sunny day Wednesday before a front passes ushers in colder air Thursday, when temps will struggle to make it to 40.
Tuesday and Wednesday will be seasonable days with temperatures in the mid-to-upper upper 40s, though a breeze will make it feel a little cooler. The coldest day of the week comes on Thursday, with highs only in the 30s.
Wakisha Bailey and Brandon Goldner were in Quakertown and South Jersey to see how they're holding up after a wild weather Sunday.
Tune in Saturday at 6 p.m. to watch Delaware Blue Coats home games on PHILLY57.
The Philadelphia Flyers have set a franchise record by scoring three goals in just 26 seconds against New Jersey.
CBS News Philadelphia joined the celebration in Love Park as the Salvation Army kicked off its 2025 Red Kettle Campaign.
Tatiana Schlossberg, who has been married to doctor George Moran since 2017, has two young children.
It was a wild sight to see Friday morning in a Gloucester County neigh-borhood after a horse led police on a chase through the area.
Runners can expect a rainy start to the Philadelphia Marathon on Saturday.
The Philadelphia Flyers have set a franchise record by scoring three goals in just 26 seconds against New Jersey.
CBS News Philadelphia joined the celebration in Love Park as the Salvation Army kicked off its 2025 Red Kettle Campaign.
Three people are dead after a Pennsylvania State Police pursuit and crash in Avondale, Chester County, early Friday morning.
Road closures and parking restrictions will be in place for Philadelphia Marathon Weekend.
It was a wild sight to see Friday morning in a Gloucester County neigh-borhood after a horse led police on a chase through the area.
The Philadelphia Flyers have set a franchise record by scoring three goals in just 26 seconds against New Jersey.
CBS News Philadelphia joined the celebration in Love Park as the Salvation Army kicked off its 2025 Red Kettle Campaign.
An 84-year-old man was struck and killed by a vehicle Friday evening in Bensalem, police said.
Karlie Kisha is a special athlete who has competed on an international stage while also being a cancer patient.
The Philadelphia International Airport unveiled its newest Rocky statue Friday morning.
It was a wild sight to see Friday morning in a Gloucester County neigh-borhood after a horse led police on a chase through the area.
A shooting inside a Cherry Hill recording studio Thursday left a 36-year-old man injured, officials said.
A New Jersey family says they've seen significant progress in their son's autism symptoms after using a medication supported by the Trump administration.
Federal prosecutors say Natalie Greene, a former staffer for a New Jersey congressman, fabricated a story about being attacked.
A South Jersey community is gathering to send a powerful message that hate has no place in their streets, schools, homes or hearts.
A severe geomagnetic storm that hit the Earth's magnetic field Tuesday night made the northern lights visible across a large swath of the U.S., including in the Delaware Valley.
Veterans Day is today, and across the Philadelphia region, events are being held to honor those who served.
Police say Isiah Worthy of Dover stole cash and a state government-owned SUV, which he crashed into two parked cars.
A 12-hour Dungeons & Dragons fundraiser supporting the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia happens live on Twitch this Sunday.
Emmy Reim's family brings donations to the Ronald McDonald House in Delaware after it became a home away from home for them.
Karlie Kisha is a special athlete who has competed on an international stage while also being a cancer patient.
A New Jersey family says they've seen significant progress in their son's autism symptoms after using a medication supported by the Trump administration.
After 90% of his body was burned in the Northeast Philadelphia plane crash, 10-year-old Ramesses is close to getting out of the hospital.
The threat of flu season has arrived with a new strain that could lead to hospitalization numbers and potential deaths that surpass last year's totals.
The Turtle Back Zoo in New Jersey joined the relatively few in the U.S. that routinely give the public a view of veterinary care.
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.
Andrew Cosenza, owner of The Bistro at Cherry Hill, is accused of failing to pay more than $271,000 in sales tax to the state.
The U.S. Commerce Department has launched an antidumping review targeting Italian pasta, claiming it's sold below market prices.
Road closures and parking restrictions will be in place for Philadelphia Marathon Weekend.
A person was stabbed on the platform of SEPTA's 5th Street Station Monday night in the area of Independence Mall in Philadelphia.
SEPTA says trains on the Chestnut Hill West and Fox Chase lines will be canceled in the morning and later in the day Tuesday.
All 223 railcars have been inspected, but over 150 need to be outfitted with thermal protection circuits, a safety measure.
Starting Friday, drivers going 11 mph or more over the posted 25 mph speed limit on Broad Street will receive fines ranging from $100 to $150.
The Philadelphia Flyers have set a franchise record by scoring three goals in just 26 seconds against New Jersey.
Former Temple guard Hysier Miller was declared permanently ineligible for betting on and against his own team, the NCAA says.
Former Sports Illustrated cover athlete and Philadelphia Taney Dragons teammate Mo'ne Davis is headed to the pros.
Phillies royalty gathered at Citizens Bank Park to help raise awareness and critical funds for homeless youth as part of Covenant's House National Sleep Out.
Tyrese Maxey scored a career-high 54 points in the Philadelphia 76ers' 123-114 overtime victory over the Milwaukee Bucks on Thursday.
"Task," the Delaware County crime drama series, will return for a second season, HBO announced Thursday.
Philadelphia Mummers Parade organizers are discussing plans for the Jan. 1, 2026, event.
Tourists at the Philadelphia Art Museum got an unexpected surprise: a film crew re-creating Rocky Balboa's sprint up the steps.
The "Home for the Holidays" concert will feature Opera Philadelphia and the Wanamaker Organ, and tickets start at $11.
The 100,000-square-foot Netflix House is free to guests and allows fans to interact with their favorite streaming shows.
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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.
CBS News Philadelphia producer Monica Avery was into the Broadcast Pioneers Hall of Fame Friday night.
Here's the best time to travel if you haven't left yet for Thanksgiving. Andrew Kozak has the forecast.
CBS News Philadelphia joined the celebration in Love Park as the Salvation Army kicked off its 2025 Red Kettle Campaign. Eva Andersen reports.
Pennsylvania State Police announced two programs to help drivers stay sage on the roads this Thanksgiving holiday. Jan Carabeo has your latest morning headlines with weather from Meteorologist Grant Gilmore.
Court documents say a woman stabbed a man on the Pennsylvania Turnpike in Franklin County, telling state troopers the man and another man were trying to sell her for $1,000.