Odunde Festival brings a piece of African culture to streets of Philadelphia
The streets of Philadelphia were filled with festivalgoers eager to celebrate 50 years of Odunde, one of the largest African street festivals in the country.
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The streets of Philadelphia were filled with festivalgoers eager to celebrate 50 years of Odunde, one of the largest African street festivals in the country.
The first Odunde Festival in 1975 occupied one city block — today it spans 16 across South Philadelphia.
Chefs from across the country gathered in South Philadelphia to support the Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation for childhood cancer.
The energy is building in South Philadelphia as organizers prepare to celebrate a golden milestone: the 50th anniversary of the ODUNDE Festival — one of the largest and longest-running African American street festivals in North America. Wakisha Bailey speaks with CEO Oshunbumi Fernandez-West and her son Adeniyi Ogundana.
Work is finally underway to fix a sinkhole that's been plaguing a street in Philadelphia's Point Breeze neighborhood for more than a month.
The Philadelphia Water Department came out Tuesday morning to inspect the sinkhole on Sigel Street near South 20th Street. The sinkhole isn't just an eyesore blocking the road. It's also affecting the residents' sewer system.
The honors keep rolling in for Saquon Barkley. On Monday morning, the Philadelphia Eagles' star running back was named the cover athlete for Madden 26 , and he celebrated in South Philly.
Drivers are navigating around a road closure after a sinkhole opened up in Philadelphia's Point Breeze neighborhood more than a month ago.
A morning apartment fire in South Philadelphia has claimed the lives of two people and seriously injured another.
An investigation is underway into the cause of a fire that killed two people and seriously injured another person in South Philadelphia’s Bella Vista neighborhood. It happened at an apartment building early this morning in the 900 block of South 8th Street. Ray Strickland reports the latest information.
A shooting in South Philadelphia has left one man dead and two others wounded on Thursday night, police said.
The seven-block stretch street festival features more than 100 vendors offering everything from cultural culinary creations, refreshing beverages, live music, special services, arts, crafts, jewelry and so much more.
The beloved Italian Market Festival in South Philadelphia returns Saturday and Sunday.
For a limited time, Italian food and cocktail lovers have a chance to get into an exclusive club in South Philadelphia.
Palizzi Social Club was founded in 1918 by a group of Italian immigrants – and today is still a members-only club, but for the first time in two years, 100 new members will be allowed to join. Chandler Lutz reports.
Now, to an update on a story all of us were hoping for. After a week of heartache and uncertainty, Artie, the beloved cat from South Philadelphia, is finally home. Artie’s family said CBS News Philadelphia helped bring him home. Josh Sanders shares their message of thanks.
Ahead of the 2025 South 9th Street Italian Market Festival, three new murals will be unveiled depicting some founders who helped shape it since the beginning. Howard Monroe shares more about the people in the murals and other efforts to revitalize the South Philadelphia landmark.
A South Philadelphia community is coming together to find a cat that was allegedly taken.
A man and woman in South Philadelphia are looking for their beloved cat, Artemis, who they say was stolen on Saturday. Neighbors are chipping in for a reward.
Residents in Bella Vista say the crowds at Angelo's Pizzeria are disrupting their South Philadelphia neighborhood.
Some residents in the Bella Vista section of Philadelphia say the crowds at Angelo's Pizzeria are disrupting their neighborhood. They shared their concerns during a community meeting Wednesday. The owner is taking steps to manage the situation, his lawyers say.
Crowds lining up at Angelo's Pizzeria in the Bella Vista section of Philadelphia — and then staying to enjoy their food in the area — are disrupting the neighborhood, residents say.
Several people were hit by a car near the South Philly Easter Carnival Saturday night after a driver had a medical emergency, Philadelphia Police said.
The Southeast Asian Market features over 70 vendors on Saturdays and Sundays until October in FDR Park in South Philadelphia. There are vendors from Laos, Vietnam, Thailand, Cambodia and Indonesia – and lots of food, Eva Andersen reports.
Philadelphia firefighters found a male's body in a basement on the 2200 block of South Street after responding to a fire Wednesday night, according to police.
Expect mixed skies, light winds and just a slight chance of an afternoon or evening shower on Sunday.
Commuters in the Philadelphia region are bracing for a week of disruption as SEPTA service cuts are set to take effect Sunday.
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Edmundo Sosa hit a three-run homer, Trea Turner also went deep and Aaron Nola earned his first win since early May as the Philadelphia Phillies defeated the Washington Nationals 6-4.
Thousands of people came together for a Community Appreciation Day in South Philadelphia that also helped kids prepare for school.
SEPTA riders will start to feel the cuts on Aug. 24, when dozens of bus routes are eliminated or shortened, among other changes.
Expect mixed skies, light winds and just a slight chance of an afternoon or evening shower on Sunday.
The city has announced a heap of road closures and parking restrictions for the Philly 10K that residents planning to leave their homes on Sunday will want to be aware of.
With Labor Day weekend just around the corner, the pressure is on to soak up these last few weeks of summer. Luckily, Philly has a stacked lineup of end-of-summer fun for this weekend.
Edmundo Sosa hit a three-run homer, Trea Turner also went deep and Aaron Nola earned his first win since early May as the Philadelphia Phillies defeated the Washington Nationals 6-4.
Commuters in the Philadelphia region are bracing for a week of disruption as SEPTA service cuts are set to take effect Sunday.
Thousands of people came together for a Community Appreciation Day in South Philadelphia that also helped kids prepare for school.
An American Airlines flight from Philadelphia had an emergency landing at Washington Dulles International Airport due to reports of smoke from a customer's device.
Two teens were arrested after a SEPTA bus was struck by gunfire in Frankford following an argument Friday evening, a spokesperson for the transit agency said.
When SEPTA's 31 bus is cut, riders say getting into Center City Philadelphia will take longer and be more inconvenient.
A Hudson County resident who tested positive for measles used public transit while potentially infectious, health officials say.
After days of stormy weather and flash flooding, Friday brought sunshine back to the Jersey Shore.
Welcome to Steel Pier on Atlantic City's iconic boardwalk, a thrill seeker's paradise and a family-favorite spot down the shore.
A South Jersey community is coming together to honor the lives of Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau, who were tragically killed in a cycling crash last year.
At Pickle Juice Pickleball Club in Ventnor, New Jersey, players can find one of the fastest-growing sports, juice and community.
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.
Some beaches in the Delaware Valley have prohibited swimming as a precaution as Hurricane Erin moves closer to the East Coast.
Former Delaware Gov. Mike Castle has died at 86, politicians say.
Two 18-year-old men were arrested after a police chase that started in Wilmington ended in a crash on I-95 in Chester on Thursday, police said.
The Philadelphia Phillies said RHP Zack Wheeler has been diagnosed with venous thoracic outlet syndrome.
A Hudson County resident who tested positive for measles used public transit while potentially infectious, health officials say.
Back-to-school means getting back on a regular sleep schedule, which isn't so easy after a summer of fun.
Upper Darby High School closed on the sale of the former Delaware County Memorial Hospital campus, a spokesperson said.
A new program at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia is helping kids with cancer while also honoring Dr. Barbara Friedes.
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.
Maleek Jackson owns a boxing gym, coaches adults, and offers free year-round training for children, but the boxer himself had to overcome some heavyweight battles before he could give back.
Minor Details, a Philadelphia shop known for its Taylor Swift-related inventory, is entering a new era and expanding to a new location.
Commuters in the Philadelphia region are bracing for a week of disruption as SEPTA service cuts are set to take effect Sunday.
When SEPTA's 31 bus is cut, riders say getting into Center City Philadelphia will take longer and be more inconvenient.
SEPTA leaders are speaking to the media as schedules incorporating service cuts are set to take effect Sunday, Aug. 24.
One person died in a crash on the Atlantic City Expressway in Hamilton Township Thursday night, New Jersey State Police said.
Philadelphia families are worried about getting students to and from school when SEPTA cuts service and raises fares.
Edmundo Sosa hit a three-run homer, Trea Turner also went deep and Aaron Nola earned his first win since early May as the Philadelphia Phillies defeated the Washington Nationals 6-4.
The Philadelphia Phillies said RHP Zack Wheeler has been diagnosed with venous thoracic outlet syndrome.
The Eagles held on for a 19-17 victory over the Jets in a mostly sluggish preseason matchup of backups Friday night.
Daylen Lile hit a tying single in the ninth inning and dashed home with the go-ahead run on a throwing error by J.T. Realmuto.
A South Jersey community is coming together to honor the lives of Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau, who were tragically killed in a cycling crash last year.
With Labor Day weekend just around the corner, the pressure is on to soak up these last few weeks of summer. Luckily, Philly has a stacked lineup of end-of-summer fun for this weekend.
The Who concerts in Philadelphia and Atlantic City, part of the band's "The Song Is Over — North American Farewell Tour," have been postponed.
Actor Aubrey Plaza wore a shirt that says "Philly is a women's sports town" at a WNBA game in Brooklyn.
The Lansdowne Theater, a historic landmark, is making a grand return for its next act for the first time in almost four decades.
A Maryland ticket broker is accused of illegally purchasing and reselling hundreds of thousands of tickets for profit, including thousands to Taylor Swift's highly-sought Eras Tour.
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.
After a spectacular Saturday, our very-noticeable temperature-changing front will be on our doorsteps Sunday. Andrew Kozak has the forecast.
The sunny skies made for perfect weather for a festival. Thousands of people came together for a Community Appreciation Day in South Philadelphia. Ray Strickland reports how the event also helped kids prepare for school.
We are now in the final hour before sweeping SEPTA service cuts because of a funding crisis. Trains and buses will run less frequently, and some bus routes are disappearing altogether. Eva Andersen reports the latest.
Meteorologist Andrew Kozak has the latest forecast.
An energizing run through the Philadelphia Zoo on Saturday morning raised over $100,000 for a good cause. Madeleine Wright reports.