Would Seat Belts Have Made A Difference In Amtrak Tragedy?
One question that many people are asking after Tuesday's tragedy: why don't people wear seat belts on trains?
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One question that many people are asking after Tuesday's tragedy: why don't people wear seat belts on trains?
Derrick Griffith, dean of student affairs and enrollment management at Medgar Evers College, has been identified as the fifth person killed in the crash.
The missing CEO of a Philadelphia technology firm is among one of those killed in Tuesday night's deadly train derailment in Port Richmond, according to a statement from her family.
A midshipman was one of those killed in the Amtrak train derailment in Philadelphia, the Naval Academy announced Wednesday.
Eight people are dead and more than 200 injured following the derailment of Amtrak train 188 in Philadelphia's Frankford neighborhood late Tuesday night.
Police say a CSX train jumped the tracks around 3 a.m. Saturday near 11th Street and Pattison Avenue.
The National Transportation Safety Board has released its final report on systemic flaws leading up to a 2012 train derailment that leaked a dangerous gas in southern New Jersey.
Investigators are probing what caused a train to derail in South Jersey early Monday morning.
Only CBS 3 cameras were there as a 17-year-old suspect was arrested by SEPTA police detectives and charged with driving an SUV onto the tracks of SEPTA's West Trenton Regional Rail line, where it was rammed by a train filled with scores of rush-hour riders.
A minor train derailment caused a major traffic nightmare on a heavily traveled road in a Philadelphia neighborhood early Wednesday morning.
KYW's Hadas Kuznits was on a bridge tour hosted by the councilman pointing out the bridge problems in the city's Grays Ferry/Point Breeze neighborhoods.
Investigators are probing what caused a train derailment in Chester County Wednesday morning.
A Pennsylvania truck driver is being cited for a suburban Chicago crash that caused a commuter train derailment.
Officials in New Jersey say an empty train has derailed in Paulsboro, NJ.
Fifteen first responders have filed a lawsuit claiming Conrail was negligent in the aftermath of a train derailment and chemical spill in southern New Jersey last year.
Officials in Delaware are investigating what caused a freight train carrying stones to derail in Sussex County Sunday morning.
Conrail employees told the NTSB they did everything by the book that day. A vinyl chloride leak forced evacuation of half the town.
Officials say six cars of a CSX train carrying an industrial chemical derailed in south Philadelphia, but no injuries were reported.
Both Galloway Township and New Jersey Transit police are investigating a fatal pedestrian accident in Galloway, Atlantic County that occurred shortly after 10 p.m. Saturday night.
A railroad is offering parents in southern New Jersey a settlement stemming from a derailment that would make it difficult for their children to sue if they get sick in the future.
Authorities say a pedestrian was killed Tuesday night after they were struck by an Amtrak train in Croydon, Pa.
Officials are on the scene of an accident where a person was hit by a SEPTA regional rail line train.
Students leave Paulsboro high school after a full day of classes. Traffic in town seems to be at its normal pace. But almost five weeks after the train derailment and vinyl chloride leak that kept people in their homes or forced evacuations, many are trying to recoup what they say the derailment cost them.
Officials announced Sunday that the final car containing vinyl chloride has been successfully removed from scene of a train derailment in Paulsboro, New Jersey.
An Atlantic City police officer is being praised for his bravery after diving into chilly bay waters to save an injured dog.
The Eagles acquired cornerback Michael Carter II in a trade with the Jets ahead of next week's NFL trade deadline, a league source says.
Pierre Robert, the longtime radio host on 93.3 WMMR in Philadelphia, has died, the Beasley Media Group said Wednesday.
SNAP benefits could stop Nov. 1 leading to a need of volunteers and donations at food banks and organizations.
About one year after evidence was sent to a Texas lab for DNA analysis, DA Jennifer Schorn discussed the 1962 murder of 9-year-old Carol Ann Dougherty.
If the federal government shutdown continues, there will be a pause in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits come Saturday, Nov. 1.
An Atlantic City police officer is being praised for his bravery after diving into chilly bay waters to save an injured dog.
The Eagles acquired cornerback Michael Carter II in a trade with the Jets ahead of next week's NFL trade deadline, a league source says.
Pierre Robert, the longtime radio host on 93.3 WMMR in Philadelphia, has died, the Beasley Media Group said Wednesday.
SNAP benefits could stop Nov. 1 leading to a need of volunteers and donations at food banks and organizations.
Pierre Robert, the longtime radio host on 93.3 WMMR in Philadelphia, has died, the Beasley Media Group said Wednesday.
SNAP benefits could stop Nov. 1 leading to a need of volunteers and donations at food banks and organizations.
About one year after evidence was sent to a Texas lab for DNA analysis, DA Jennifer Schorn discussed the 1962 murder of 9-year-old Carol Ann Dougherty.
AG Dave Sunday said that through September, law enforcement has seized more than 50 million doses of the powerful opioid.
The Federal Reserve announced its second interest-rate cut of 2025 Wednesday, lowering its benchmark rate by 0.25 percentage points.
An Atlantic City police officer is being praised for his bravery after diving into chilly bay waters to save an injured dog.
SNAP benefits could stop Nov. 1 leading to a need of volunteers and donations at food banks and organizations.
Cathedral Kitchen in Camden, New Jersey, has broken its record for most meals in a day, and could break that record again if SNAP is not funded.
Winslow Township Middle School hasn't had in-person learning since Sept. 24, and it will be a while longer before the school can reopen.
South Jersey native Jihaad Campbell brought some Eagles cheer to families staying at the Ronald McDonald House.
SNAP benefits could stop Nov. 1 leading to a need of volunteers and donations at food banks and organizations.
Gov. Matt Meyer says Delaware should have enough money to fund SNAP benefits in the state through November.
Here's a list of resources for SNAP recipients who are at risk of not receiving benefits in the Delaware Valley come Nov. 1.
Expect a pleasant and seasonable Sunday with sunshine returning by the afternoon and highs in the upper 50s to low 60s.
A Delaware bus driver died after a crash in a school parking lot, police say.
A desperate family turned to the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, where the team created a first-of-its-kind intervention.
LVHM is moving to drop UnitedHealthcare beginning in January, claiming United has been paying less than its negotiated rates.
A growing number of people are turning to medical marijuana instead of opioids for pain control.
The company voluntarily issued the recall on September 23.
A growing number of people are getting genetic testing for breast cancer, which has become more comprehensive and cost-effective.
Steve DeFrank, chairman of the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission, says there's a right way and a wrong way when it comes to data centers.
The beloved Delaware County pizza spot is moving to a new location in Broomall.
The company voluntarily issued the recall on September 23.
The next generation of business owners showed off their passions during the NOMO Foundation's Small Business Expo in West Philadelphia.
By HughE Dillon.
Philadelphia International Airport air traffic controllers are working without pay as the government shutdown stretches into its fourth week.
A spokesperson said there's no indication SEPTA will be ordered to shut down Regional Rail service for failing to meet the deadline.
The Philadelphia City Council just passed a bill that paves the way for the city to move forward with its bike lane safety project.
SEPTA is delaying several purchases and projects because of its ongoing funding crisis.
A crash on I-76 eastbound in Conshohocken, Pennsylvania, is slowing down traffic Thursday morning.
The Eagles acquired cornerback Michael Carter II in a trade with the Jets ahead of next week's NFL trade deadline, a league source says.
Winners of the MLBPA's 34th annual Players Choice Awards were exclusively revealed on "CBS Mornings" on Wednesday.
Tyrese Maxey scored 39 points with 10 assists, and the Sixers stormed back with Joel Embiid on the bench, beating the Wizards 139-134 in overtime to remain unbeaten.
The Philadelphia Flyers defeated the Pittsburgh Penguins 3-2 in a shootout on Tuesday night.
Tyrese Maxey scored 43 points and rookie VJ Edgecombe added 26 as the Philadelphia 76ers defeated the Orlando Magic 136-124.
June Lockhart, the actor best known for her role as the matriarch in the TV series "Lassie", has died, her family spokesperson said Saturday.
From Friday through Sunday, Philly has an action-packed lineup of events just waiting for you to attend. Here's what you'll want to check out this weekend.
The legendary rockers will play on July 7, 9, 12 and 14 in New York City -- before heading to Edinburgh, Scotland; Dublin and London.
Philadelphia's theater scene is buzzing with energy, and there's a way to enjoy the spotlight without the steep ticket prices.
By HughE Dillon.
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.
Pennsylvania Attorney General Dave Sunday announced that through September of this year, law enforcement has seized more than 50 million doses of the powerful opioid. CBS News Philadelphia reporter Dan Snyder reports.
An Atlantic City police officer is being praised for his bravery after diving into chilly bay waters to save an injured dog earlier this month. CBS News Philadelphia reporter Ross DiMattei reports.
Pat Gallen and CBS News Philadelphia contributor Eliot Shorr-Parks grade the Eagles at the bye week — and ESP checks in with what he thinks the Birds could do at the trade deadline.
Gov. Matt Meyer has declared a state of emergency in Delaware to allow state funding for SNAP recipients on a weekly basis.
As part of the newly adjusted cellphone policy, students lock up their phones when entering the building, and the area is monitored during school hours. So far, both students and staff are seeing positive results. CBS News Philadelphia's Chandler Lutz reports.