Philadelphia prepares to launch illegal dumping task force
Illegal dumping is a significant problem in Philadelphia, costing taxpayers approximately $2 million every year.
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Illegal dumping is a significant problem in Philadelphia, costing taxpayers approximately $2 million every year.
Three men were arrested for allegedly stealing more than $2 million in a Brinks truck robbery outside a Home Depot in Port Richmond in June, according to Philadelphia's top federal prosecutor and police.
Two sanitation workers who were on the picket line in the ongoing District Council 33 union strike were hit by a vehicle in Philadelphia's Port Richmond section.
Two sanitation workers who were on the picket line in the ongoing District Council 33 union strike were hit by a vehicle in Philadelphia's Port Richmond section Thursday night.
The search is on for two men who robbed an armored truck in Port Richmond. This video from Citizen shows police on the scene Saturday morning. Police said this happened just after 8 a.m. on the 2500 block of Castor Avenue. They said two armed men wearing black clothing and ski masks took money and a firearm from a Brinks truck. They then took off in a black Hyundai southbound on Thompson Street.
A Philadelphia man, straddling two cultures, is finding his place in the world of design.
A Philadelphia man, straddling two cultures, is finding his place in the world of design. Madeleine Wright reports.
Good food is part of the Good Friday holiday tradition for families in Philadelphia's Port Richmond neighborhood this Easter weekend.
Easter weekend is upon us with families and loved ones gathering to celebrate. Josh Sanders reports how this Good Friday ... good food is part of the holiday tradition.
Benjamin Davis and his twin survived a crash that killed their two brothers on I-95 in the Port Richmond section of Philadelphia.
Eighteen-year-old Benjamin Davis, who was injured in a crash with his three brothers on I-95 in Philadelphia Saturday, described the aftermath to CBS News Monday night. Two of his brothers died in the accident.
Two men died and two other men are in critical condition after a car lost control and landed underneath I-95 in Philadelphia Friday night.
Two men died and two other men are in critical condition after a car lost control, and landed underneath I-95 in Northeast Philadelphia Friday night. Siafa Lewis reports.
Philadelphia Police Inspector D F Pace gave updates Friday night on the fatal crash in Northeast Philadelphia. Pace confirmed one car lost control and went off I-95 in Port Richmond.
Philadelphia dispatch said black smoke coming from Port Richmond Sunday afternoon was from a tire fire near Richmond and Cambria streets.
Black smoke from a fire in Philadelphia's Port Richmond section could be seen from miles away Sunday. Tires, brush and other debris burned, and no one was injured, officials say.
A sinkhole that opened in the city's Port Richmond neighborhood on Feb. 25. left about 30 properties temporarily without water.
Water was restored to customers impacted by the sinkhole that swallowed up a car in Philadelphia's Port Richmond neighborhood on Tuesday.
The sinkhole opened up at the 2700 block of Birch Street in Port Richmond on Tuesday afternoon.
Chopper 3 was over the scene of a sinkhole in Port Richmond, Philadelphia. You can see a car had fallen into the sinkhole and an additional car behind it partially had.
A big sinkhole opens up in Port Richmond, swallowing one car and nearly swallowing another. Chopper 3 is live over the 2700 block of Birch Street Tuesday afternoon. Officials shut off a six-inch water main in that area meaning about 30 properties are without water as crews assess the damage and begin repairs. Right now, Birch Street is closed between Salmon and Edgemont streets.
Tralee Hale-Ringo, the mother of Eagles cornerback Kelee Ringo, had her dog returned to her after it was stolen from a Target in Port Richmond.
Tralee Hale-Ringo, the mother of Eagles cornerback Kelee Ringo, was reunited with her dog after it was stolen from a Target in the city's Port Richmond neighborhood in December.
City leaders say Philadelphia neighborhoods are safer now that a Port Richmond firehouse has its pumper truck back.
Residents in the Port Richmond, Fishtown and Kensington neighborhoods in Philadelphia say they feel safer and more comfortable after their firehouse got a new pumper truck.
Members of the Gloucester Township Police Department in New Jersey are visiting with parishioners impacted by the tragic catholic school shooting in Minnesota.
The central bank's Monetary Policy Committee may decide to lower rates at its next meeting in September. Here's what it could mean for your money.
Hayden Richard, a Chester-based painter, began a bold piece long before the Eagles lifted the Lombardi Trophy — envisioning a massive bald eagle bringing the championship home.
The price Philadelphians pay for water is set to increase in September, according to the water department.
Most retail stores, grocery chains and fast-food chains will be open on Labor Day. Here's what to know.
The price Philadelphians pay for water is set to increase in September, according to the water department.
Members of the Gloucester Township Police Department in New Jersey are visiting with parishioners impacted by the tragic catholic school shooting in Minnesota.
A judge granted a temporary injunction, preventing SEPTA from enacting further planned cuts to the transit system, including Regional Rail cuts and fare hikes set to take effect next week.
The central bank's Monetary Policy Committee may decide to lower rates at its next meeting in September. Here's what it could mean for your money.
Hayden Richard, a Chester-based painter, began a bold piece long before the Eagles lifted the Lombardi Trophy — envisioning a massive bald eagle bringing the championship home.
The central bank's Monetary Policy Committee may decide to lower rates at its next meeting in September. Here's what it could mean for your money.
Hayden Richard, a Chester-based painter, began a bold piece long before the Eagles lifted the Lombardi Trophy — envisioning a massive bald eagle bringing the championship home.
The price Philadelphians pay for water is set to increase in September, according to the water department.
Bristol Township Police are asking for the public's help in a possible hit-and-run crash on Sunday involving a minor.
Families enjoyed summer treats and activities at Penn's Landing as the season unofficially winds down.
Members of the Gloucester Township Police Department in New Jersey are visiting with parishioners impacted by the tragic catholic school shooting in Minnesota.
The boardwalk was packed in Ocean City as thousands of families flocked to the shore to celebrate the unofficial end of summer.
Prosecutors said a man lost control of his vehicle after he was shot in Trenton, New Jersey, late Friday night, causing him to crash into a police car and hit another person.
The bat tossed in the air by a 12-year-old Marco Rocco that earned him a suspension later lifted by a judge has sold for nearly $10,000 at auction.
Three people were arrested after a stolen car led police on a chase from New Jersey and crashed into multiple other vehicles while trying to get away.
Fifth grader Trey Harrison, who was critically injured in a car crash five months ago, is finally heading home from the hospital.
Former employees at Currie Hair, Skin & Nails are demanding answers and unpaid wages following the sudden closure of the salon chain.
For thousands of students and parents in the Philadelphia region, Monday was a day of big smiles and bigger memories.
Actor Aubrey Plaza wore a shirt that says "Philly is a women's sports town" at a WNBA game in Brooklyn.
Two Philadelphia-area public schools made the top 25, with several more in the Top 500 on U.S. News' annual rankings.
A Philadelphia group is collecting plants to bring to CHOP patients.
New Jersey government agencies are urging precautions against the mosquito-borne illness after multiple positive cases in humans.
Millions of strangers are wrapped up in Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's engagement. The question is why? Here's the psychology of parasocial relationships.
Cancer survivors, doctors and advocates are calling on Congress to protect cancer research funding from cuts by President Trump.
Philadelphia Phillies ace Zack Wheeler is set to have surgery for thoracic outlet syndrome. A surgeon explains the procedure.
Former employees at Currie Hair, Skin & Nails are demanding answers and unpaid wages following the sudden closure of the salon chain.
Businesses along the boardwalk in Ocean City are hoping for nice weather and lots of foot traffic this Labor Day weekend.
The Lansdowne Theater, a historic landmark, is making a grand return for its next act for the first time in almost four decades.
Some Reading Terminal Market vendors fear the SEPTA service cuts could leave both their employees and customers stranded.
Pennsylvania recently launched an online application for pardons, becoming one of the first states to digitize the process for people seeking to clear their record of criminal convictions.
A judge granted a temporary injunction, preventing SEPTA from enacting further planned cuts to the transit system, including Regional Rail cuts and fare hikes set to take effect next week.
Cars packed the roadways Thursday evening as families headed to the Jersey Shore for Labor Day weekend.
PATCO trains between Philadelphia and New Jersey will stop running overnight on weekdays for six months starting Monday, officials say.
Some SEPTA bus routes are being restored as the transit agency faces a budget deficit of more than $200 million.
With more SEPTA service cuts slated for after Labor Day, the Archdiocese of Philadelphia says thousands of families will be impacted.
Hayden Richard, a Chester-based painter, began a bold piece long before the Eagles lifted the Lombardi Trophy — envisioning a massive bald eagle bringing the championship home.
Drake Baldwin broke a ninth-inning tie with a two-run homer and the Atlanta Braves avoided a four-game sweep with a 3-1 win over the Philadelphia Phillies.
The Philadelphia Eagles waived Kenyon Green last week during cutdown day, but then brought him back on the practice squad.
Walker Buehler joins the Phillies after he was released by the Boston Red Sox last week amid a rocky 2025 season.
Trea Turner hit a two-run single with two outs in the 10th inning to lift the Phillies to a 3-2 win over the Braves on Saturday.
Hayden Richard, a Chester-based painter, began a bold piece long before the Eagles lifted the Lombardi Trophy — envisioning a massive bald eagle bringing the championship home.
Whether you're about to throw something on the grill for a BBQ or simply enjoy the long holiday weekend, here's a list of things to do in the Philadelphia region.
Pop star Sabrina Carpenter spoke exclusively to "CBS Mornings" co-host Gayle King about her new album, "Man's Best Friend," her songwriting process and more.
Fans have been eager to learn everything they can ever since Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce announced their engagement in a joint post.
Philadelphia's Kimmel Center will host the 2025 Michelin Northeast Cities reveal in November.
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.
Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell hinted that interest rates could finally come down in September, marking the first time in nearly a year. Consumer reporter Josh Sidorowicz is In Your Corner with what it could mean for your money.
Aziza Schuler has your top headlines in the Philadelphia area, and Meteorologist Grant Gilmore has the latest forecast on this Labor Day.
Philadelphia police are investigating a shooting in Philadelphia's Frankford neighborhood that left a juvenile injured overnight on Monday.
The unofficial end of summer is officially here. Meteorologist Grant Gilmore has your Labor Day forecast and more on possible rain later this week.
Members of the Gloucester Township Police Department are visiting with parishioners impacted by the tragic catholic school shooting in Minnesota. The team will offer support for those impacted by the shooting.