Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker says city plans to clean every block this summer
Mayor Cherelle Parker's administration announced Friday during a news conference that it plans to clean every block in the city over 13 weeks this summer.
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Mayor Cherelle Parker's administration announced Friday during a news conference that it plans to clean every block in the city over 13 weeks this summer.
A vacant motel in Absecon is coming back to life with the help of some volunteers. The organization has spent the past year transforming the space for veterans experiencing homelessness or in need of housing.
After experiencing female athlete triad herself, medical student Hanna Blankemeier is working to raise awareness.
Starting Monday, the city of Philadelphia is cracking down on drivers who park on streets in the 14 neighborhoods being cleaned as part of the Mechanical Street Cleaning program.
Qualified lifeguard candidates who apply by April 15 and work through the entire 2024 summer season could be eligible for a $1,000 end-of-season bonus.
State Rep. Kevin Boyle has openly disclosed seeking treatment at mental health facilities over the years. Officials are still waiting for him to turn himself in following an arrest warrant.
The American Dairy Association is looking for its first honorary chief ice cream officer for this summer.
Vote for Lucy the Elephant on the USA Today website.
Emergency officials in Montgomery County are hoping more candidates apply to be 911 operators to fill a stubborn staffing shortage.
Finally, WWE's WrestleMania has come back to Philadelphia. Here's everything you need to know about 2024's WrestleMania 40 at Lincoln Financial Field this weekend.
A Philadelphia Phillies fan is looking for the people who found his lost phone on Opening Day.
Visit Philadelphia is distributing thousands of cheer card posters to help Phillies fans show their team spirit headed into Opening Day and the new season. Here's how to get one.
For some people, going over large bridges brings a sense of fear, but help is available.
There will be a meeting on Tuesday, April 2, in response to the feedback of the December 2023 meeting.
The director of breast health at Main Line Lankenau Hospital said the risk assessment tool is based on a woman's family history, prior breast biopsies, the age of her first period and when her first child was born.
James May will stop making the Jason Kelce Mummers hat on April 30.
A 1-year-old Goldendoodle from Yardley, Pa. advanced to the next round, Creme 16, of being a Cadbury Bunny.
The Alzheimer's Foundation is offering scholarships to high school seniors affected by the disease or other dementia-related illnesses.
CBS News Philadelphia got a behind-the-scenes look at what it took to flip the switch earlier this week at Boathouse Row along the Schuylkill River.
Jason Kelce will have his likeness and autograph featured on the new Campbell Chunk Co. "Legend Edition" soup can.
Voting is now open for The Liberty Bells, the first-ever celebration of the people, places and things beloved by Philadelphians and visitors.
Two previously banned books by women authors will now be added at all 14 locations.
A family in Chester County pushed for the DOMinate Epilepsy Law that passed in Pennsylvania to train teachers how to recognize and respond to epileptic seizures.
Closures are coming to I-95 South in Philadelphia this weekend, as part of PennDOT's $329 million CAP project.
PennDOT crews will repair potholes on more than 40 state highways next week, the transportation department announced Friday.
Sunday will have plenty of sunshine and light southerly breezes. However, several Pennsylvania counties will be under an air quality alert.
A video from witnesses shows a suspect walking away with a gun still in hand in the aftermath of a shooting after a concert in Center City.
The Phillies are 30-13 when scoring at least two runs in road games.
Pat Dugan announced that he will be back in the race running for the Philadelphia district attorney as a Republican in the general election.
Jen Pawol has made history as the first female umpire to work a regular-season game in the major leagues.
Sunday will have plenty of sunshine and light southerly breezes. However, several Pennsylvania counties will be under an air quality alert.
A video from witnesses shows a suspect walking away with a gun still in hand in the aftermath of a shooting after a concert in Center City.
The Phillies are 30-13 when scoring at least two runs in road games.
A busy weekend at the Sports Complex is bringing massive crowds, tight traffic and star-studded entertainment to the City of Brotherly Love and Sisterly Affection.
Pat Dugan announced that he will be back in the race running for the Philadelphia district attorney as a Republican in the general election.
Pat Dugan announced that he will be back in the race running for the Philadelphia district attorney as a Republican in the general election.
A Philadelphia man was arrested in connection with a shooting outside the Oxford Valley Mall in Langhorne, Pennsylvania, on June 19.
There will be plenty of sunshine and comfortable conditions as temperatures on Saturday morning start in the upper 50s and low 60s.
Two months after a deadly electric scooter crash claimed the life of 12-year-old Abby Gillon, her family is pushing for a new law they hope will prevent another tragedy.
Philadelphia police are asking for help with finding a man wanted in connection with the Grays Ferry mass shooting that left three dead and nine injured on July 7.
Federal prosecutors in New Jersey say Michael Takacs, of Bucks County, drove to his ex-boss's house with an explosive and then set it off.
Police say a driver was arrested on a football field in West Deptford, New Jersey, after driving onto the field.
A new law in Gloucester Township, New Jersey, means parents and guardians could go to jail or be fined if their child breaks the law.
There will be plenty of sunshine and comfortable conditions as temperatures on Saturday morning start in the upper 50s and low 60s.
For a beautiful weekend to head down the shore, there is a danger in the water and lifeguards have an important warning.
There will be plenty of sunshine and comfortable conditions as temperatures on Saturday morning start in the upper 50s and low 60s.
A Philadelphia man told CBS News Philadelphia that he's sharing his story to warn others about this terrifying situation.
Delaware legalized recreational marijuana in April 2023, and now its first sales will take place more than two years later.
A 13-year-old boy was arrested after trying to steal a Ford Transit van from an elementary school in New Castle, Delaware, on Tuesday.
Weather aside, this weekend is going to be a hot one, Philly! Here's what's happening around the Philadelphia region this weekend.
The scientific community is criticizing Robert F. Kennedy Jr. after he announced he's cutting millions from mRNA vaccine research.
The Upper Darby School District has agreed to purchase Delaware County Memorial Hospital. Here's what it wants to do with it.
Air quality alerts are in effect in the Philadelphia area, fueled by smoke from wildfires that are burning thousands of miles away.
A young patient from Panama got a special trip to see the Phillies, thanks to the kindness of strangers.
The lawsuit claims that restrictions on gender-affirming care through an executive order are unlawful.
In downtown Haddonfield, you can take a culinary trip around the world without ever leaving South Jersey.
The Black Reserve Bookstore on Main Street in Lansdale, Pennsylvania, is a celebration of Black voices, history and resilience.
DuPont and two other companies will pay New Jersey up to $2 billion to settle environmental claims stemming from PFAS, commonly referred to as "forever chemicals."
At Wax N Scent Studio in New Hope, Pennsylvania, guests make their own candles and sweet memories with their loved ones.
Rising beef prices are putting pressure on cheesesteak shops in Philadelphia.
Barring an increase in state funding to address a budget gap, SEPTA is two weeks away from cutting service on more than 100 lines across its system.
A crash in Northampton Township, Pennsylvania, on Tuesday afternoon left one person dead, a spokesperson for the Bucks County District Attorney's Office said.
SEPTA is set to cut service in Philadelphia later this month as Pennsylvania lawmakers debate new funding for public transit.
Starting Monday, part of Market Street in Old City will be closed, and traffic will be detoured as the city begins construction aimed at making the road safer.
Paving work will close Kelly Drive from Aug. 4 through Aug. 29 from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m.
Jen Pawol has made history as the first female umpire to work a regular-season game in the major leagues.
Detroit Lions safety Morice Norris Jr. is in stable condition after suffering a serious injury during Friday night's preseason game against the Atlanta Falcons, the team said.
The victory over Maryland sends Glenmoore to the Little League World Series, marking Pennsylvania's fifth straight trip to the tournament.
Jalen Hurts, Saquon Barkley, and most of the starting lineup for the Super Bowl champion Philadelphia Eagles took a night off.
South Philadelphia was buzzing during Thursday's Eagles game, even though it's still the preseason.
A busy weekend at the Sports Complex is bringing massive crowds, tight traffic and star-studded entertainment to the City of Brotherly Love and Sisterly Affection.
At JBJ Soul Kitchen, Jon and Dorothea Bongiovi offer a unique pay-it-forward model.
In the lawsuit filed in February 2024, "Mandalorian" actress Gina Carano argued that she was wrongfully terminated and discriminated against following controversial posts made on social media.
Brandon Blackstock battled cancer for more than three years, his family said.
Lady Gaga tops the list of nominees for the 2025 Video Music Awards. Here are all the VMA nominations, and how you can vote for your favorite artists.
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Natasha Brown reports.
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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.
You might think you know your own pet very well, but how much do you know about their species? Did you know that cats are the only mammals that do not taste sweetness? Or that they're also nearsighted, but their peripheral and night vision is far better than humans. Pennsylvania SPCA animal advocate Carol Erickson is enlightening us on this week's Pet Project with some fun feline facts.
A Philadelphia man was arrested in connection with a shooting outside the Oxford Valley Mall in Langhorne, Pennsylvania, on June 19.
Sunday will be gorgeous — plenty of sunshine, light southerly breezes, and highs in the mid to upper 80s. However, several Pennsylvania counties are under an air quality alert as light winds and stagnant air could lead to higher ozone levels.
The fire broke out around 11 p.m. Saturday night at a building near the intersection of Ontario and I streets. Fire officials say that the building features a business on the bottom and apartments above. It's unclear where the victims were when the flames broke out or where the fire first started.
If you're heading to the Philadelphia Sports Complex for the Eagles Open Practice or Chris Brown's Breezy Bowl XX, our Ross DiMattei has some travel advice for you.